Nismo will bank its future on electric vehicles and crossovers as the performance sub-brand prepares for a new generation of buyers and the challenges that come with them.
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Lucid Trimming Jobs – And More Cuts Are Coming in the EV Sector
Struggling battery-electric start-up Lucid Group will cut 400 jobs as it tries to slash mounting financial woes. It’s far from the only EV manufacturer responding to slowing sales growth by trimming its workforce, however. And still more cuts are expected to follow in the months ahead.
Nissan Puts Brakes on U.S. Production Plans to Rechart Course
Japanese automaker Nissan halted plans to produce electric vehicles in the U.S. until further notice. The company is rethinking what it wants to do with its first set of next-generation EVs in the U.S. Get details at Headlight.News.
Little Mitsubishi Has Big Plans for the U.S.
Mitsubishi…remember it? Going back a couple decades, it was a rising star in the U.S. market. Now, it hopes to make a real comeback with its 5-year Momentum 2030 North America business plan. That will “start immediately,” the Japanese automaker says, with an assortment of new and completely refreshed vehicles heading to American showrooms — including EVs, plug-ins and conventional hybrids.
Nissan Tells Dealers to Fire Sale Certain 2024 Vehicles
Nissan pushes its dealer network to sell certain 2024 models at a loss as the Japanese car giant scrambles to eliminate massive pool of inventory to make room for key 2025 models.
Looking to Buy a New EV for Cheap? Start with the Nissan Leaf
On average, the price of a new electric vehicle has dropped throughout the year. So if you’re looking for a good deal on a new EV, you’ll want to start with the Nissan Leaf. To see what else is affordable, or less expensive anyway, head over to Headlight.News.
Build It and They’ll Come, Manual Transmission Cars You Can Buy Today
Manual transmission-equipped vehicles are becoming hard to find but while their numbers are continuing to decrease, buyers still have a diverse array of choices to choose from if they focus on certain segments and vehicle models.
2024 Nissan Sentra Brings High Fashion to a Small Package
A reasonably priced, attractive sedan with luxury features you might not expect in a smaller package. The sedan deathwatch continues. The Nissan Maxima died in 2023. And according to Automotive News, the Nissan Versa and Altima will vanish in 2025. Yet the Nissan...
March Auto Sales Look Strong – But Affordability Remains an Issue
After an uncertain start, U.S. auto sales showed solid momentum in March, with big gains by Japan’s big three and record numbers from Hyundai – which was charged up by EV demand. But Tesla posted a rare sales slid and GM lost ground during the first quarter. Meanwhile, high transaction prices continue to keep many buyers out of the market.
Nissan, Mitsubishi Finally Take Advantage Of Their Alliance
Plans call for collaboration on new models for the U.S. market Despite having been part of the same alliance for since 2016, when Nissan acquired a 34% stake in Mitsubishi Motors, there’s been little indication of their alliance in the U.S. market. The exception is...
Q&A: Infiniti Americas’ Craig Keeys – What Comes Beyond the New QX80
The 2025 Infiniti QX80 is the automaker’s most important new entry in decades and, according to some observers, could be its make-it-or-break-it product. Craig Keyes, the head of Infiniti Americas, spoke to Headlight.News about the 3-row luxury sedan as well as future products such as the brand’s first EV. He also discussed the challenges of taking on better-known brands like Mercedes, BMW and Lexus, in this exclusive Q&A.
Nissan Reveals Product Planning Arc Between Biz Plans
Japanese automaker Nissan plans to introduce 30 new vehicles, including seven in the U.S. and Canada as it seeks to bridge the gap between its current organizational plans. It’s dubbed the new plan, The Arc. Get the details at Headlight.News.