Right-Hand-Drive Nissan Patrol Enters Production for Early-2027 Australian Deliveries
Nissan has started right-hand-drive Patrol production in Japan, keeping Australian deliveries on track for early 2027 with a 317-kW V6 and 3,700-kg towing maximum.
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Opel Completes 6,000 Formula E Test Kilometres Ahead of Jarama Debut
Opel says its GSE 27FE has completed more than 6,000 test kilometres and FIA homologation, with a November shakedown before Formula E’s collective Jarama test.
Volvo and NVIDIA Expand Automated-Driving Plan for Future Electric Cars
Volvo plans to combine NVIDIA Hyperion hardware and driving software with its safety engineering in a future electric car. Timing and market availability remain open.
Porsche Mission S Previews a Permanent Supercar Line Above the 911
Porsche’s Mission S previews a mid-engine supercar platform above the 911, with physical controls and historic design cues. Production details remain unannounced.
At 96, Rally Legend Sobiesław Zasada Returns to Argentina in a Porsche
Rally legend Sobiesław Zasada returned to Argentina at age 96 in a tribute-liveried Porsche 911 Dakar, 59 years after his landmark 1967 victory.
All-New Mazda CX-5 Cuts Wire-Harness Variants by 80%
Mazda and Yazaki say the all-new CX-5 uses about 80% fewer wire-harness variants after a joint redesign of the component and its production process.
Hyundai and Genesis Recall 94,622 Sedans Over Seat-Motor Fire Risk
Hyundai and Genesis are recalling 94,622 sedans because a stuck power-seat switch may overheat a motor and start a fire. NHTSA says owners should park outside until repaired.
Nissan Expands Kobe Autonomous Shuttle Pilot Ahead of 2027 Paid Service
Nissan is expanding its Level 2 autonomous-mobility pilot in Kobe with smartphone booking and centralized monitoring, targeting paid service in 2027.
Honda Recalls 4,804 Hybrids After Faulty Repair Parts Reach Dealers
Honda is recalling 4,804 Accord Hybrid, CR-V Hybrid and CR-V Fuel Cell vehicles after defective parts entered the replacement supply for an earlier recall.
Volkswagen Recalls 22,524 ID.4 EVs Over Battery Fire Risk
Volkswagen is recalling 22,524 ID.4 EVs because charging above 80% may trigger battery thermal propagation. The root cause and final repair remain under investigation.