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ELECTRIC VEHICLES

Japan Times
EDITORIALS
Feb 3, 2023
Technology is forcing drastic change on the auto industry
The auto industry has undergone periods of change, but none as wrenching as the current movement toward EVs and the need for advanced computer technology.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / FOCUS
Feb 3, 2023
Renault and Nissan plan India reboot in test of reshaped alliance
In India, the world's fastest-growing car market, a new investment will be led by Nissan, and the companies are evaluating vehicles they could launch from 2025.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Feb 1, 2023
Norway's Arctic temperatures 'no sweat' for electric cars
Despite biting cold, rugged terrain and long stretches of remote roads, the Scandinavian country is the undisputed world champion when it comes to the zero-emission vehicles.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jan 30, 2023
Germany's Olaf Scholz visits South America in race with China for lithium
Nations like Germany are competing fiercely for increasingly scarce resources, and access to metals and rare earths is crucial for the transition to cleaner and more advanced economies.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jan 27, 2023
Nissan and Hitachi look to charge elevators with EV batteries
Nissan Motor and a Hitachi subsidiary said Friday they plan to roll out a system to keep elevators running during blackouts by drawing power from the batteries of electric vehicles (EVs).
Japan Times
BUSINESS / ANALYSIS
Jan 27, 2023
India's embrace of electric vehicles spurs expectations of earlier fuel-demand peak
EV sales are picking up and investment in the production of new autos and energy infrastructure is accelerating in the nation.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies / FOCUS
Jan 27, 2023
Lexus chief’s ascension comes at make-or-break moment for Toyota
Toyota surprised the market when it announced that Lexus President Koji Sato will take over from Akio Toyoda, the grandson of the venerable carmaker’s founder, effective April 1.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Jan 20, 2023
Tesla uses profits as weapon in EV price war
Tesla, once one of the auto industry's biggest money losers, has over the past year built a commanding lead over most major rivals in profit per vehicle.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jan 17, 2023
Nissan and Renault on track to complete deal to revamp alliance
Final negotiations are under way for Renault to reduce its stake in the carmaker, and for Nissan to invest in Renault's planned electric-vehicle carve-out.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / FOCUS
Jan 14, 2023
‘I feel like I got duped': Tesla price drop angers current owners
The company's more expensive models took the biggest hit, with Model Y base prices down 20% to start at $53,000.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jan 14, 2023
French carmaker Renault offers concessions to strike Nissan deal
Nissan's independent board directors are due to meet early next week to consider several proposals by Renault, including reassurances on intellectual property concerns.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jan 14, 2023
Back to the future: Toyota sets sights on old-car upgrades in zero-emissions drive
In an eye-catching bid to show that cars can be clean while appealing to old-school car fans, Toyota has showcased eco-friendly versions of its 1980s sports range.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jan 13, 2023
Even with the electric car boom, the U.S. need for oil is climbing
U.S. consumption of fossil fuels is heading toward records — even amid the electric-car boom — and plastics are to blame.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jan 11, 2023
Suzuki looks to partner Toyota to learn how to make small EVs
Suzuki said it is learning EV and other technologies from Toyota with a goal to use that to develop cars that are more in line with its own products.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jan 5, 2023
Sony-Honda EV alliance unveils Afeela brand and Qualcomm partnership
The first model under the Afeela brand is expected to be delivered in 2026 in North America and will be based on a prototype debuted at CES in Las Vegas.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Dec 12, 2022
Toyota to outline three-year EV plan changes to suppliers
The leading Japanese automaker is expected to detail EV plan changes through early 2026.
BUSINESS
Dec 9, 2022
Electric minivehicle from Nissan and Mitsubishi named Japan Car of the Year
The micro EV, sold from June as the Sakura from Nissan and the eK X EV from Mitsubishi Motors, marked the first time for a minivehicle to win the award.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Dec 7, 2022
EV battery-makers face emissions challenge, Panasonic unit head says
Customers are now adding carbon footprints as a measurement when assessing batteries, the senior executive said.
Global militaries to study India-Pakistan fighter jet battle
The Indian Air Force's Rafale fighter jets. India and Pakistan aircraft engaged in a dogfight on Wednesday.
Escalation fears rise in Japan following Chinese moves near Senkakus
A Japan Coast Guard vessel sails in front of Uotsuri island, one of the Japanese-controlled Senkaku Islands. Concerns are growing in Tokyo after a Chinese government helicopter violated Japan's airspace around the uninhabited islets.
Ishiba vows Japan will stand its ground, demanding U.S. lift auto tariffs
Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba speaks during a Lower House committee meeting on Friday.
As prices soar, Zen-Noh ships just 32% of government-stockpiled rice
A customer walks past a display of rice, with a sign apologizing to shoppers they must be limited to one bag each due to market conditions, at a branch of Japanese discount retailer Don Quijote in Tokyo's Shibuya Ward on April 21.
Emperor emeritus diagnosed with silent myocardial ischemia
Emperor Emeritus Akihito, 91, rides in a car with Empress Emerita Michiko, 90, after he was discharged from the University of Tokyo Hospital on Saturday following an examination for suspected myocardial ischemia.
Who could become Japan's next prime minister?
Clockwise from top left: Former economic security minister Sanae Takaichi, former economic security minister Takayuki Kobayashi, Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato and Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi
With a new Shibuya studio, Apple Music bets big on Japan
Apple Music personalities (from left) Ebro Darden, Kentaro Ochiai, Zane Lowe and Mino came together for a special recording in late April to discuss music and celebrate the newly opened Apple Music studio in Tokyo.
Kazuki Nagasawa's sustainable designs are rooted in tradition
For centuries, artisans have unraveled strands of the fibrous bark of "shuro" trees to create a medley of everyday objects. Designer Kazuki Nagasawa is now transforming the traditional material into ethereal contemporary pieces.
SusHi Tech Tokyo 2025 expands to become one of Asia's largest startup events
SusHi Tech Tokyo 2025 was bustling with participants of various nationalities Thursday, and multiple languages could be heard around the room as many engaged in conversations throughout the day.
Celebrating Japan’s defeat at Shimoda’s Black Ship Festival
Tatsumi Onose (right), who plays the part of Commodore Matthew Perry in Shimoda's Black Ship Festival, says the historical episode the event is based on should be remembered for its positives more than its negatives.

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