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Nissan gives Japan version of Infiniti Q50 hands-free upgrade, more hp

The sporty Skyline sedan – the Japanese market version of the Infiniti Q50 – is receiving a high-tech, midcycle update with more power and true hands-free highway driving with the next-generation of Nissan's semi-autonomous technology as standard equipment.

 
Hyundai, Kia roll out valve-timing innovation

The Korean automakers will soon roll out a fresh take on valve timing it promises will improve both engine power and fuel economy.
Lexus confirms LC convertible

One of the Japanese premium brand's sexiest cars is about to get a convertible option. Lexus says it's coming "in the near future," but judging by the prototype, it looks set to arrive very, very soon.
Honda batteries used on scooters, e-bikes

As part of a new mobility push, the company is deploying a milk jug-sized battery pack for small vehicles.
Honda hatches a modular EV plan for the U.S.

The automaker is readying a dedicated platform for bigger, better electric cars for America and beyond. It's part of a technology blitz executives just announced.
Trump hails recent Japanese auto investments in the U.S.

Although the president has labeled Japan's automakers a looming national security threat, he is now hailing them for their sizable spending on "magnificent plants" across the U.S.
Toyota tries sun power to boost Prius

How can the Prius become even greener? Cover the top with solar panels and run it on sun power.
Toyota to soup up Supra for race fans

Toyota will introduce a souped-up version of its Supra sports car for racing teams next year. But exactly when and where it will arrive is still being hammered out.
Renault chief endures Nissan shareholders' fury

Jean-Dominique Senard says his top priority is mending relations with Nissan. But a raucous backlash by investors shows just how deep the bad blood runs.
Amid shareholder shouts, Saikawa hangs on

Still, Nissan's embattled CEO faces a monumental balancing act leading Japan's No. 2 automaker.
Ghosn stymied in second attempt to tell his tale

Indicted former Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn planned to tell his side of the story at a snap press conference, then something went wrong.
Renault chairman ‘begs’ for trust of skeptical Nissan shareholders

Renault Chairman Jean-Dominique Senard begged skeptical Nissan shareholders to believe that he has the company’s best interests at heart, while arguing that the scrubbed merger between Renault and FCA also would have delivered big benefits to the Japanese partner.
Saikawa wins reforms at Nissan, signals handover of power

Nissan shareholders approved sweeping reforms to improve corporate governance at the automaker following last year’s arrest and ouster of former chairman Carlos Ghosn, while embattled CEO Hiroto Saikawa signaled he is preparing to step aside.
Mitsubishi chief says 3 partners are stronger as 1

Mitsubishi's chairman defends his company's alliance with Nissan and Renault amid a barrage of shareholder skepticism, saying the carmaker needs the expertise and scale of its larger partners.
Behind the scenes, Subaru races to boost quality

Internal documents from Japan reveal finger-pointing at workers, suppliers and designers amid a scramble to get the house in order.