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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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.
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.
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.
New Volvo VNX Debuts With 540 HP and Remote Steer
Volvo’s new North American VNX vocational truck offers three cab configurations, up to 540 hp, Remote Steer and heavy-haul ratings above 200,000 pounds.
Hyundai Motor Group Plans $15.5 Billion India Push Through 2032
Hyundai Motor Group says it will invest $15.5 billion in India through 2032, spanning factories, R&D, suppliers, EV charging and recycling.
IEA Warns Diesel Squeeze Could Last Into 2027 Despite Falling Oil Demand
The IEA expects diesel supply to remain tight into 2027 even as world oil demand falls, a warning for fleets and fuel-dependent businesses.
Opel Cuts Astra Entry Price With New Hybrid and Electric Start Trim
Opel’s new Astra Start trim lowers German entry prices for hybrid, diesel and electric models, with the EV starting at €36,490.
Acura Maps Out Three New SUVs, Including Hybrid RDX and Eight-Seater
Acura plans an adventure SUV, a fourth-generation RDX Hybrid and its first eight-seat model, while developing a new V6 hybrid powertrain.