Electric Vehicle Transition

Honda and Nissan Merge to Create World’s Third-Largest Automaker

Honda and Nissan have initiated six months of merger talks, aiming to create the world’s third-largest automaker and bolster their competitiveness against Chinese rivals. Mitsubishi, already allied with Nissan, will also participate. This merger follows a trend of auto industry consolidation, though past attempts have yielded mixed results. However, the high costs of electric vehicle transition and intensifying Chinese competition necessitate a strategic alliance to ensure survival and future growth.

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Norway’s EV Revolution: Oil Wealth Fuels Green Transition

In November, Norway registered over 10,000 new electric vehicles (EVs), maintaining a remarkable 93.6% EV market share for new car registrations. This success builds on previous months and surpasses November 2022’s figures, indicating the country’s EV transition is nearing completion. Tesla’s Model Y led sales, while the Volvo EX30 secured second place, highlighting the growing EV model diversity. Norway’s achievement stems from government incentives, though these have been adjusted recently to promote alternative transportation methods and address the high cost of luxury EVs.

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