I took my inaugural ride in 2013 when I rode inside a self-driving Nissan Leaf alongside Tetsuya Iijima, general manager of intelligent transportation systems engineering at Nissan. As the Leaf found its way around a test course, Iijima told me that on-board sensors would allow tomorrow’s cars to navigate without the need for pre-mapping the […]
Both are slated to arrive at dealerships later this year, as car shoppers warm up to the resurgence of a type of vehicle that provides some of the utility and functionality found in a crossover SUV at a price that is thousands less. SANTA MONICA, California — The hatchback segment is heating up with such […]
A new small Nissan isn’t normally the cause for fanfares and celebration, but the Leaf is one of the most significant cars of recent years–as it’s a competitive, usable electric car. Back in December 2010, an unassuming compact hatchback hit the Japanese and American markets. Whether you love or hate the Leaf, it’s playing a […]
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