The PR newswire says the new battery-electric Nissan Leaf is coming to New Zealand, one of seven Asia-Oceania markets to get the zero-emissions hatchback. What it doesn’t say is that the second-generation Leaf has upwards of twice the range of the current model and comes complete with technological firsts. There’s no mention also of two variants: the introductory model … [Read more...] about New NZ-bound electric Nissan Leaf is good for around 380km
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Renault-Nissan chief Ghosn set to become new boss of Mitsubishi
Renault-Nissan Alliance chief Carlos Ghosn (above) is expected to become the new chairman of Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC), says Japan’s Nikkei news agency. The likely appointment follows Nissan’s 34 per cent stake in MMC, announced back in May and due to be ratified next week. Mitsubishi would then effectively become part of the Nissan group. Nissan spent … [Read more...] about Renault-Nissan chief Ghosn set to become new boss of Mitsubishi
How Nissan’s groundbreaking variable-compression engine works …
Nissan’s premium arm Infiniti has unveiled its 2.0-litre variable-compression petrol engine and tests have shown it is just as efficient as a similar capacity diesel unit, says the company. It is already being hailed in Europe as the ‘most advanced internal combustion engine ever created.’ The turbocharged 2.0-litre VC-T is said to offer the power of a 3.5-litre V6, but with … [Read more...] about How Nissan’s groundbreaking variable-compression engine works …
Nissan Navara for rescue missions
The Nissan Navara EnGuard concept is designed to showcase both the ute’s all-terrain ability and a new life-saving vehicle platform. It comes kitted out with search and rescue equipment, including medical supplies. Batteries from the Nissan Leaf electric vehicles power tools, cutting equipment and aid powerful lights. The EnGuard is on show in Hanover, Germany. See details of … [Read more...] about Nissan Navara for rescue missions
Nissan kits out a Navara for search and rescue duty – see video
Nissan has used the Hanover motor show in Germany to unveil a high-end Navara ute, specially toughened up and equipped for search and rescue operations. It’s called EnGuard, a play on the French preparatory fencing term ‘En Garde’. Based on a standard double-cab Navara, the EnGuard concept is designed to showcase both the ute’s all-terrain ability and a new life-saving … [Read more...] about Nissan kits out a Navara for search and rescue duty – see video