Nissan Leaf review: Farewell to the OG electric car The Nissan Leaf was a trailblazer, but with a 2025 model arriving soon the ageing EV is a worse proposition than ever The Independent UK · Jun 3, 2025
Nissan Sees Hope in £5.19 Billion UK Government Loan: What's the Plan To Curb Their Losses? Nissan is negotiating a £1 billion syndicated loan backed by UK Export Finance to support its Sunderland plant. International Business Times UK · May 31, 2025
Shanghai E-Prix: How Guenther played it to perfection It might have appeared like a simple pole position to Shanghai victory conversion for Maximilian Guenther today, but the real story shows a story of anything but simple. In a race packed with intense energy saving, brave battles and a variety of pit boost strategies, DS Penske emerged the winner… Autosport · May 31, 2025
Pride events face budget shortfalls as US corporations pull support ahead of summer festivities After years of sponsoring LGBTQ+ Pride events around the country, some companies are pulling their financial support The Independent UK · May 31, 2025
Google and Home Depot drop Pride Toronto sponsorship amid Trump’s DEI war Organizer points to president’s anti-diversity push as companies join Adidas and Clorox in withdrawing support The Guardian - US · May 30, 2025
We Drove a Ton of SUVs in 2025. These Were the Best People ask us all the time: what’s the best car you’ve ever driven? Considering we published more than 100 first drives and new-car reviews this year alone, it’s not exactly an easy one to answer. Motor1 · May 30, 2025
11 Car Brands Mechanics Secretly Love to Work On I was a mechanic for 15+ years, and while I primarily worked on German cars later in my career, I know there are some car brands mechanics love to work on. This is because they are thoughtfully engineered and typically built with reliable components. As a car owner, it’s good… Clever Dude · May 29, 2025
The Last Five-Speed Manual Is Dead Manual transmissions aren’t as popular as they used to be, and now, buyers will have one fewer option going forward. Nissan has allegedly ended production of the manual-equipped Versa, killing off the cheapest car you can buy in America today, and the last five-speed on the market. Motor1 · May 29, 2025
Audi Went To China To Build Cars. China Rebuilt Audi Instead Today on Critical Materials: Audi learns some lessons in China, Tesla loses its tech crown and Nissan looks to stop the bleed by offering buyouts to employees. InsideEVs · May 29, 2025
This Nissan Z Makes 820 Horsepower With Bolt-Ons There are almost too many choices when it comes to getting more power out of a car. You can spend tens of thousands of dollars tearing open the engine to create something utterly new, or try to keep things simple with bolt-on parts. That’s what AMS Performance did, and the… Motor1 · May 29, 2025
Scared advertisers, flag bans and Trump: the US is in for a troubled Pride 2025 Event organizers in red and blue states have seen an exodus of sponsors amid an anti-LGBTQ+ political climate. They insist the show will go on The Guardian - US · May 29, 2025
Is Your “Reliable” Car Brand Actually the Worst Kept Secret in the Industry? There are some car brands that seem to stand out among consumers as reliable vehicles. However, it’s still important to research individual makes and models before making any purchase. Sometimes, knowing that Toyota or Honda is typically reliable clouds our judgment in making the most informed buying decision. Then, you… Clever Dude · May 28, 2025
10 Best Car Brands for First-Time Buyers (And 5 That Are Total Ripoffs) Buying a car can be exciting, but your first car-buying experience is doubly so. However, it is good to know what you’re getting yourself into. No matter how many cars you have bought, it is always good to do your research and look out for common pitfalls like hidden fees,… Clever Dude · May 27, 2025
Volvo Cars announces that it will be slashing 3,000 jobs to cut costs The majority of the job cuts will affect office-based positions in Sweden. Volvo Cars said the decision would help to build a stronger and more resilient company down the line. Euronews · May 27, 2025
Clever Dude · May 26, 2025 9 Auto Manufacturers That Cut Corners on Crash Tests for Profit When you buy a new car, you expect it to keep you and your loved ones safe. But what if the auto manufacturer behind your shiny new ride cut corners on crash tests just to boost their bottom line? It’s a troubling thought but more common than you might think.
Motor1 · May 26, 2025 Nissan Might Sell Its Home to Survive: Report Drastic times call for drastic measures. Amid a series of cost-cutting efforts in its fight for survival, Nissan may also part ways with its global headquarters. The troubled Japanese automaker moved its base from Tokyo to Yokohama in 2009, following two years of construction. Located in the Minato-Mirai 21 district,…
The Independent UK · May 26, 2025 Japan's troubled automaker Nissan banks on hybrid EV technology Money-losing Japanese automaker Nissan is banking on its latest “e-Power” technology for a turnaround
InsideEVs · May 25, 2025 This Homebuilt Race Car Has A Nissan Leaf Motor And Corvette Suspension “Everybody was laughing at us when we showed up with this electric car.” Now it’s dominating autocross.
Clever Dude · May 25, 2025 7 Popular Auto Companies Still Using Outdated Safety Standards Overseas When you buy a car, you expect it to keep you and your loved ones safe, no matter where you are in the world. But did you know that some of the world’s most popular auto companies are still selling vehicles with outdated safety standards in certain overseas markets? It’s…
Motor1 · May 23, 2025 Nissan: We Have 'People Working' On a New GT-R Nissan is undertaking a massive cost-cutting agenda after losing billions in recent years due to sales falling short of investments. While the new product roadmap centers on the usual suspects, crossovers and SUVs, there’s still hope for fun cars. The Z is soldiering on and could one day be joined…
Clever Dude · May 22, 2025 10 Worst Car Brands for Resale Value (You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner) Your car is going to depreciate as soon as you drive it off the lot. Unfortunately, that’s just a reality of life. While it’s true that every car loses some of its value over time, some depreciate at a much higher rate than others. If you are someone concerned about…
TechRadar · May 21, 2025 The Nissan Micra returns as an EV – but it borrows way too much from the Renault 5 E-Tech for my liking Nissan's famous Micra returns... but not as you know it. The affordable city car has been given the EV treatment and is based on the Renault 5.
Motor1 · May 21, 2025 The New Nissan Micra Is Actually a Reskinned Renault 5 Nissan is trying to bounce back after enduring more than a few rough years. It lost $4.5 billion in the past 12 months and is planning drastic changes to cut costs. The troubled automaker is laying off 20,000 workers and closing seven factories before the decade’s end. But the Re:Nissan…
The Independent UK · May 21, 2025 British design gives new Nissan Micra edge over Renault 5 rival Sixth generation of famous supermini gets electric power courtesy of Renault and a look that’s penned in Paddington
Clever Dude · May 20, 2025 8 Crossover Vehicles That Are More Than Worth The Money When it comes to finding the perfect balance between practicality, comfort, and value, crossover vehicles have become the go-to choice for many drivers. Whether you’re a busy parent, a weekend adventurer, or someone who simply wants a reliable daily driver, crossovers offer a unique blend of SUV capability and car-like…