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Nissan has announced a series of leadership changes to help the brand stay afloat during this critical period. The changes will focus on China, one of the crucial markets for the Japanese automaker. Firstly, Nissan’s current CFO, Stephen Ma, will step down and take on the role of Chairman of the China Management Committee. Jeremie Papin, the current Chairman of the Americas Management Committee, will replace Ma as the new CFO. Christian Meunier, the current Chairman of the China Management Committee, will assume Papin’s role as Chairman of the Americas Management Committee. Nissan has also appointed a new Performance Director, Guillaume Cartie, who officially started his duties on December 1st. The leadership overhaul doesn’t stop there. Asako Hoshino, Nissan’s current Brand and Customer Director and Chairman of the Japan/ASEAN Management Committee, will relinquish her role in overseeing Japan/ASEAN operations to focus solely on her Brand and Customer Director position. Shohe...

Toyota has done it again! As of January 30, 2025, the automotive giant announced it sold an impressive 10.8 million vehicles to consumers worldwide in 2024. This figure includes sales from its subsidiaries, Daihatsu and Hino Motors. With these remarkable numbers, Toyota claimed the title of the world’s best-selling automotive group for the fifth consecutive year. Despite a challenging market, they managed to maintain their dominance in the industry. Toyota remains the top-selling automotive brand globally in 2024. According to Toyota, their global sales declined by 3.7% compared to the previous year. This drop was mainly due to a significant decline in sales in their home market of Japan. The company faced challenges due to management issues related to certification inspection processes, particularly affecting the Daihatsu brand. In 2024, Toyota sold 1.2 million vehicles to Japanese customers, a 12.3% decrease from 2023. Daihatsu also experienced a substantial drop, selling 235,...

Japanese tuning firm DAMD is set to showcase a range of exciting retro-style modified cars at the 2025 Tokyo Auto Salon. Ahead of the exhibition, DAMD has revealed some of its upcoming projects, with the most impressive being the Honda WR-V Reverb , styled after the iconic Jeep Cherokee XJ. The Honda WR-V Reverb boasts a bold exterior with a distinctive Jeep Cherokee grille, a squarish bonnet, and an aggressive front bumper. The doors feature wooden panels with aluminum accents, and the car rides on black steel wheels wrapped in BF Goodrich M/T tires. DAMD will also present the Toyota Sienta Stuart at the show, a MINI-inspired creation with a unique grille and classic round headlights. Another vehicle expected to be on display is the Taft Lucky , based on the Daihatsu Taft kei car. It features a boxy design, square headlights, and impressive classic alloy wheels. These modified creations will be exhibited at the Tokyo Auto Salon from January 10-12, 2025 . TH (Tuoitrethud...

Just before noon on January 28, 2025, the 29th day of the Lunar New Year, a hypercar enthusiast’s Porsche 918 Spyder was spotted cruising through the streets of District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. Interestingly, after being missing for 2 years, this Porsche 918 Spyder has been seen out and about a few times just within the past week. The owner of this Porsche 918 Spyder also possesses a collection of other supercars and luxury vehicles, but it seems that on this last day of the year, they felt like taking out something special, and so the Porsche 918 Spyder was chosen for a spin. The Porsche 918 Spyder Makes an Appearance on the 29th Day of the Lunar New Year This particular Porsche 918 Spyder sports a sleek gray paint job, with a two-part removable carbon fiber roof that can be conveniently stowed away in the front trunk when not in use. This million-dollar hybrid supercar was produced in a limited run of just 918 units worldwide, each with its unique serial number, and priced from $...

Harley-Davidson Unveils New and Enhanced 2025 Models Notable new models include the fully-loaded touring bike, Street Glide® Ultra , and the Pan America® 1250 ST, a capable adventure sport bike that excels on paved roads. The 2025 Harley-Davidson® Cruiser collection comprises six new models with improved performance and technology. Meanwhile, the suspension on the powerful Sportster® S will be adjusted for a smoother ride. Finally, the Custom Vehicle Operation (CVO ) family will introduce three new limited-production models. These new models complete Harley-Davidson’s® 2025 American Touring, Cruiser, Sport, and Adventure Touring line-ups. They are all showcased in detail on H-D.com and will be available at authorized Harley-Davidson® dealers worldwide. The New 2025 Cruiser Models The refreshed Cruiser 2025 collection includes six exceptionally distinctive models, each equipped with new technology, enhanced performance, and bolder styling. Every Cruiser model boasts the new Mi...

There are approximately 10 McLaren 720S vehicles in Vietnam, including both the Coupe and Spider variants. Among them, only one McLaren 720S Coupe stands out with its unique Ceramic Grey exterior from MSO. This one-of-a-kind grey McLaren 720S first arrived in Vietnam around early last year. According to sources, as soon as it entered the country, this supercar was given a new look by its owner – a striking black and orange livery with a honeycomb pattern sticker right in the middle of the hood. Now, the car has returned to its original exterior color, the Ceramic Grey from MSO. To add a touch of personalization, the owner of this McLaren 720S Coupe has accentuated it with a few red lines on various parts of the car. Many components are made from carbon fiber to enhance aerodynamics and reduce drag, such as the air vents, front and rear bumpers, and hood. The car also boasts black multi-spoke wheels with bright orange brake calipers. Additionally, the 720S features a new act...