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Nissan LEAF on Deck as Bullpen Car for Yokohama Baseball Team

Nissan LEAF on Deck as Bullpen Car for Yokohama Baseball Team

Some of the electricity in the air at the Yokohama DeNA BayStars baseball stadium is courtesy of Nissan. With the electric Nissan LEAF as the baseball team’s bullpen car, a new Nissan billboard with the words, “EVs made with Nissan technology,” featured at Yokohama Stadium, and Nissan’s 2017 sponsorship of the team, Nissan is ready […]

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Nissan’s Super-Compact EV Drives Car Sharing Service in City of Yokohama

Nissan’s Super-Compact EV Drives Car Sharing Service in City of Yokohama

“Choimobi Yokohama,” a round-trip car-sharing service, made possible by the Nissan Motor Corporation and the City of Yokohama, makes traveling around Yokohama easier and much more adorable. The Nissan New Mobility Concept car, a pint-sized electric vehicle (EV), is the wheels driving this car-sharing service. According to Nissan, Japanese-licensed drivers need a Japanese-issued credit card as […]

 Ben Parker

VW Debuts Alluring New Atlas Cross Sport GT Concept

VW Debuts Alluring New Atlas Cross Sport GT Concept

Every once in a while, Volkswagen lets superfans design and modify its models to showcase to the world. This initiative furthers VW’s idea that everyday drivers can enjoy and appreciate Volkswagen cars while still making them their own. The latest enthusiast-inspired model is the new Atlas Cross Sport GT Concept designed by Jamie Orr. In […]

 DeAnn Owens

Nissan GT-R NISMO Special Edition Debuts This Fall

Nissan GT-R NISMO Special Edition Debuts This Fall

This fall, the Nissan GT-R NISMO Special Edition will make its stylish debut in North America. Nissan’s flagship vehicle previewed in Yokohama, Japan, on Tuesday. If you are interested in the sleek sedan, be aware that the Nissan GT-R NISMO Special Edition will only be available in a limited quantity in North America. Take Care: […]

 Kimiko Kidd

Infiniti Teams Ups with Marketing Partner Publicis Groupe

Infiniti Teams Ups with Marketing Partner Publicis Groupe

Much like Nissan, its mass-market sibling, Infiniti has been on a bit of a rebranding kick lately. Part of that makeover will include partnering with a marketing firm called Publicis Groupe, which prides itself on offering “unique integrated global creative solutions.” Here’s a look at what that might entail. Take a Peek Into Infiniti’s Future: […]

 Whitney Russell

Tel Aviv Launches an Electric Road Pilot

Tel Aviv Launches an Electric Road Pilot

Israel is planning on making it easier to maintain green public transportation. Per CNN’s Alexis Benveniste, Tel Aviv is launching a pilot that will install an electric road from Klatzkin Terminal to Tel Aviv University Railway station. Here’s what you should know about the project. Go Green: Meet the 2020 RAV4 Prime PHEV More details […]

 Kimiko Kidd

INFINITI Canada Slated to Receive the QX60 Monograph

INFINITI Canada Slated to Receive the QX60 Monograph

The newly revealed 2021 INFINITI QX60 Monograph gives us a glimpse into the future of the luxury automaker’s lineup. When the three-row SUV was unveiled in Yokohama on Sept. 25, it garnered praise for its fresh new design. Here’s a look at what all the buzz is about — and when it could arrive in […]

 Whitney Russell

Some US Cities Will Need Upgrades to Handle EV Surge

Some US Cities Will Need Upgrades to Handle EV Surge

While the U.S. has made some progress with increasing the country’s electric vehicle infrastructure, it still has a ways to go. According to a new study from the United States Department of Energy’s Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, certain cities will soon need to upgrade to accommodate the influx of EVs. Smart Owner: Schedule a service […]

 Kimiko Kidd

Pay for Parking with Electricity at the Nissan Pavilion

Pay for Parking with Electricity at the Nissan Pavilion

The Nissan Pavilion is an eco-friendly new attraction in Yokohama. From the moment you park, you’re greeted by its forward-thinking ideas. Instead of paying for parking with pocket change, this innovative attraction lets you pay for your parking with electricity from your vehicle’s battery pack. Here’s a look at the program, and the cool exhibits […]

 Kimiko Kidd

Nissan Gears Up to Make Face Masks for Healthcare Workers in Japan

Nissan Gears Up to Make Face Masks for Healthcare Workers in Japan

As the whole world is united in fighting the novel coronavirus, Nissan is pitching in to help frontline healthcare workers and COVID-19 patients in the automaker’s home country. Here’s a look at what Nissan is doing to join the fight, both in Japan and around the world. Stuck at Home and Shopping Online? Here’s how […]

 Kimiko Kidd

Nissan Sponsors the Children’s Storybook and Picture Book Grand Prix

Nissan Sponsors the Children’s Storybook and Picture Book Grand Prix

Nissan is known for its family-friendly SUVs and crossovers, but the automaker’s commitment to families doesn’t stop there. Recently, the Japanese automaker announced the winners of the 36th annual Nissan Children’s Storybook and Picture Book Grand Prix. Furthering children’s literacy This exciting event, hosted by the International Institute for Children’s Literature, is centered on books […]

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Build Your Own Nissan GT-R NISMO with This New LEGO Set

Build Your Own Nissan GT-R NISMO with This New LEGO Set

Recently, Nissan unveiled its first foray into the exciting world of LEGO with the Nissan GT-R NISMO LEGO set. Now, kids (and adults) can built a pint-sized rendition of the iconic Japanese supercar. The LEGO Speed Champions Nissan GT-R NISMO kit debuted at the automaker’s headquarters in Yokohama. Naturally, Nissan’s leadership was pretty excited about […]

 Kimiko Kidd

RodoPot: The Mazda Miata That Doubles as a Food Truck

RodoPot: The Mazda Miata That Doubles as a Food Truck

If you’re familiar with food truck fare, you’ve probably seen their well-branded exteriors, streamlined kitchens, and creative cuisine. But not all mobile food vendors operate out of a giant, well-equipped trucks — sometimes, all you need is an oven strapped to the back of a Mazda Miata, and a whole lot of charisma. That’s how […]

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Carlos Ghosn Assures He Will Stay as Alliance Leader

Carlos Ghosn Assures He Will Stay as Alliance Leader

Carlos Ghosn is one of the most influential automotive executives on the planet. He built the Renault-Nissan Alliance, and later added Mitsubishi to the team for one of the largest auto groups in the world. After Ghosn has done so much, you would think he was tired, especially since he stepped back from his position […]

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US Open Champion Naomi Osaka Is Nissan’s Newest Ambassador

US Open Champion Naomi Osaka Is Nissan’s Newest Ambassador

If you’ve been paying attention to sports news at all in the past week, you have no doubt heard of Naomi Osaka. The young Japanese-Haitian tennis player won the women’s Grand Slam title at the U.S. Open against Serena Williams in a fiery match, bringing her into the spotlight. She is the first Japanese person […]

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Nissan Launches Robotic Taxi Service

Nissan Launches Robotic Taxi Service

When you think of self-driving cars, Nissan is probably one of the first brands that pops into your head. Its Nissan Intelligent Mobility project has developed cars that are aware of the road and can assist the driver in avoiding accidents. However, its vehicles that can totally drive themselves have mostly remained in controlled environments […]

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Nissan Made Self-Parking Slippers for Fun

Nissan Made Self-Parking Slippers for Fun

Several car brands and tech firms are racing to bring self-driving cars to the road, and Nissan is arguably one of the leaders with several pieces of autonomous tech already appearing in production vehicles under the name ProPILOT. Even if you don’t think that Nissan is a technology leader, there’s no question that they are […]

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Nissan Holds 118th General Meeting for Shareholders in Japan

Nissan Holds 118th General Meeting for Shareholders in Japan

It is one thing for a car company to lay out its vision for the future, and it’s another thing entirely to get investments and support for that plan. This month, Nissan held its 118th Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders in Yokohama, Japan and made the case to their existing investors and put several issues […]

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