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Tesla Model S Battery Charging at Supercharger

By Al Castro Aug 17 2018 - 7:37am

The Worldwide Car Battery Shortage and is Your New Car Order Affected?

With the growing rapid output of worldwide EV production, the glaring reality of supply and demand becomes more obvious as to which key players in the auto industry are prepared for battery shortages and which ones are not. Regardless, if the company you buy a BEV from is not one of “the big three,” you should expect you car order to be delayed because of battery shortages by the factory.

By Marc Stern Sep 26 2017 - 12:47am

Why Are Automakers Turning To 48-Volt Mild Hybrids? Emissions One Reason

In interviews with leaders of the auto industry, it turns out that mild hybrid technology has a place at the automotive table as it replaces diesel technology in the product mix.

Nissan LEAF, Mitsubishi Mirage, Mitsubishi Outlander

By Denis Flierl G+ Dec 26 2016 - 8:53am

Here’s How Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance Will Save You Money

With Nissan now owning 34 percent of Mitsubishi, it will benefit consumers in a big way. You could save 20 percent on a new vehicle.

French Officials Are Now Looking Closely At Renault's Use Of Emission-Altering Devices

By Marc Stern Nov 10 2016 - 11:46am

Here Is How European Automakers Have Not Learned From VW’s Mistakes

Renault is now under the microscope of investigators who are looking into its use of devices that reset diesel emissions. Volkswagen was the first on this hot seat.

2017 Nissan Rogue, Nissan Altima, Nissan Frontier

By Denis Flierl G+ Jul 7 2016 - 10:08am

4 Ways You Will be Affected by Nissan Shaking Up the Car Industry

The Nissan and Renault alliance is producing new synergies. How will this affect you, as a car buyer?

By Aaron Turpen G+ Mar 19 2016 - 5:03pm

Renault Unveils New F1 Livery On a Paddleboard

What's the best way to unveil new Formula One racing livery? How about with bikinis, wetsuits, and a paddleboard?

By Aaron Turpen G+ Mar 19 2016 - 4:45pm

Renault Twizy Electric Car Arrives in Canada

The all-electric quadricycle known as the Twizy, which has become popular in Europe, is now available in Canada.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Dec 11 2015 - 11:25am

Infiniti, Red Bull Racing Part Ways, Renault Making 100% F1 Comeback in 2016

The title-taking Infiniti Red Bull Racing team is breaking up a year ahead of schedule. Meanwhile, Renault has committed to being a 100% factory team starting with the 2016 season.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Nov 24 2015 - 2:09pm

What Do You Do When EV Users Don't Know How To Properly Use Chargers

Electric car owners are really frustrated when new EV owners don't understand how to use the public chargers and don't show respect to other users who are behind them. Here is what one Nissan LEAF owner says.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Apr 26 2015 - 1:03pm

Carlos Ghosn Talks China and Its Importance to the Renault-Nissan Alliance

The four brands within the Nissan-Renault Alliance are all converged in China and with a new factory opening its doors this year, CEO Ghosn says that the Alliance is expecting the Chinese market to be its biggest growth sector. Find out details in video here.

By Armen Hareyan G+ Nov 29 2014 - 8:50pm

Pope arrives in a humble Renault Clio

Journalists, standing at the front of the Blue Mosque in Istanbul, were surprised today by seeing Pope Francis arriving in a humble Renault Clio.

By Luke Ottaway G+ Sep 18 2014 - 12:05pm

Will the Renault Eolab – a 282 MPG hatchback of the future – make it to the U.S.?

Step aside, Volkswagen with your landmark XL1. The Renault Eolab achieves similar efficiency benefits in the form of a more practical hatchback – though it may be a while before a similar version hits the States.

By Luke Ottaway G+ Sep 15 2014 - 4:00pm

Nissan may outsource batteries to LG Chem – what does it mean for Leaf?

Reports from Renault-Nissan sources suggest that the company is rethinking the battery supply for its electric vehicles. It is reported that Nissan may shift to LG Chem to provide superior cells for its next-generation battery packs. What are the implications?

By Luke Ottaway G+ Mar 25 2014 - 9:19am

Star Wars fans will love Formula E racing

A new breed of motorsport is coming later this year, and it’s powered by electricity. Critics say it will lack excitement without the tremendous noise of high-speed combustion engines, but the man in charge thinks its unique sound will capture fans around the globe.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Jan 26 2014 - 1:04am

Renault, Nissan combine manufacture and R&D. Is Renault coming to America?

Nissan and Renault, long partners who share the same CEO, is finally combining its research and development as well as some of its manufacturing lines in Europe and Asia. So does this mean that Renault vehicles might come to the U.S.?

By David Herron G+ Jul 23 2013 - 11:07pm

Renault-Nissan Alliance sells its 100,000th electric car

That electric cars are starting to become normal in society is underscored by the Renault-Nissan alliance reaching the milestone of 100,000 total sales of electric cars since late 2010.

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By David Herron G+ Jul 12 2013 - 4:33pm

Formula E ready to build electric race cars, adds Berlin to 2014 calendar

The electric race car series due to launch in 2014 reached two significant milestones, showing they're ready to build the race cars, and have a complete calendar for the 2014 season.

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By David Herron G+ May 27 2013 - 9:26am

Renault reaffirms electric car commitment, delivers ZOE to partner company Bouygues

Renault delivered a ZOE electric car to a partner company, as a way to reaffirm the company's commitment to electric cars on a day when that commitment may be called into question.

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By David Herron G+ Apr 25 2013 - 7:54pm

Renault soups up Twizy urban car with Formula 1 racing technology

A souped up Renault Twizy, a small urban focused electric car, featuring a Formula 1 KERS system will be touring major events such as the Barcelona Motor Show.

By David Herron G+ Apr 8 2013 - 6:08pm

Renault concept electric car, Twin'Z, with nature-inspired playful design

The Renault Twin'Z is part of a series of concept cars, demonstrating ‘Love’, ‘Exploration’, ‘the Family’, ‘Work’, ‘Play’, and 'Life'.

By David Herron G+ Feb 26 2013 - 7:52pm

Renault releases details of ZOE electric car ahead of launching sales in March

The Renault ZOE could be a game changing electric car thanks to a low price and fast charging system.

By Aaron Turpen G+ Feb 16 2013 - 11:21pm

Renault releases details on Clio Renaultsport 200 Turbo

Entering the "super mini" class of emerging vehicle types in Europe, the Clio Renaultsport 200 Turbo is a fiery little 200 horsepower goer.

By Don Bain Jan 30 2013 - 1:06am

Nissan Renault join Schwarzenegger's R20 for Vienna Conference

The Renault-Nissan Alliance is backing R20 Regions of Climate Action, the activist group founded by former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger in 2010, under the auspices of the UN, by partnering with the imminent Vienna R20 Conference.

Igor Komarov, Sergey Chemezov, Carlos Ghosn & Ruben Vardanian

By Don Bain Dec 13 2012 - 1:39am

Renault Nissan Alliance announces history making Russian joint venture

The Renault-Nissan alliance announced today it will gain the majority stake in a joint venture with Russian Technologies to accelerate product development and technology with AVTOVAZ, Russia's largest carmaker and owner of the LADA nameplate.

The Renaul-Caterham A110-50 is getting closer to production

By Nicolas Zart Nov 7 2012 - 1:22pm

The Renault Alpine A110-50 Promises To Shake Things Up

The Renault Alpine A110-50 looks great on paper but will it rekindle the original success and passion of the A110? In the meantime the Renault-Caterham duo thinks so.

By David Herron G+ Oct 13 2012 - 8:44pm

Renault ZOE crowned Best Green Car of the 2012 Paris Motor Show

Renault's subcompact electric car, the ZOE, has can recharge in 30 minutes, has an urban driving range of 90 miles, has an affordable price, and was named the Best Green Car of the 2012 Paris Motor Show.

An all electric Lada? Times are a changin'

By Nicolas Zart Sep 10 2012 - 4:23pm

An Electric Lada Is Not So Surprising

You’d think the tough, rugged Lada image we have would continue its happy life with rather inefficient gasoline engine but a project aiming to electrify some Ladas is not that surprising.

By Nicolas Zart Sep 6 2012 - 2:43pm

The Pope Gets An Electric Mobile

The Pope might be more known for his Popemobile but he will soon have to add to his collection an electric one. Renault will give the pontiff an electric vehicle.

By Nicolas Zart Aug 27 2012 - 1:51pm

Two Different Electric Car Strategies With Peugeot And Renault

Traditionally, Peugeot and Renault have been different and have never taken the same path or strategy to building cars. Never has this been more obvious than with the introduction of their respective electric cars.

Lotus could build the Emerg-E and Alpine Renault

By Nicolas Zart Aug 14 2012 - 4:34am

Lotus Is Becoming The Electric Car To Go Team

Lotus is quietly and strategically placing itself as the alternative energy carmaker today. While the Evora 414E certainly shows a lot of potential, the company hasn’t committed to building it on yet but rumors of Infiniti Emerg-E and Alpine Renault abound.

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