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SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 11, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 11, 2024 – NISMO is coming back to Europe and the Ariya NISMO is the chosen model for its reintroduction to the region. As the globe celebrates World EV Day, Nissan reveals product specs of the Europe-bound Ariya NISMO.  

“This technology we will bring to customers is a potential game-changer for how we think of EVs.  

The Ariya NISMO: A High-Powered All-Electric Sensation

The Ariya NISMO breaks the mold as a high-powered all-electric sensation that doesn’t compromise on providing cleaner mobility, alongside all the features that have made the NISMO models so renowned across the globe. Nissan ignited the electrification of the automotive industry, and this latest addition to the European lineup offers a faster, more exhilarating drive, that pushes the boundaries of performance and expectations of electric mobility.  

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 11, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 11, 2024 – In a celebration of heritage and innovation, Nissan today launched the all-new Nissan Patrol, marking a new chapter for the iconic nameplate. The seventh-generation model was unveiled at an exclusive event in Abu Dhabi that saw royals, VIPs, global Nissan executives, dealers, partners, media, customers and employees in attendance.  

The all-new Patrol introduces several groundbreaking advancements including a striking new design, a powerful V6 twin-turbo engine, a 9-speed automatic transmission and adaptive air suspension for enhanced all-terrain capability. Equipped with intuitive technologies including Nissan Connect 2.0 powered by Google built-in, ProPILOT Assist, and Klipsch Premium Audio System, it delivers a superior driving experience, complemented by exceptional comfort.  

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 11, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 11, 2024 – Alpine, the French sports car manufacturer, has unveiled the A390_β show car, a 100% electric sports fastback that previews the brand's upcoming production model. This innovative vehicle marks the second stage in Alpine's "Dream Garage," a trio of electric sports cars that represent the brand's commitment to sustainable performance.  

Exterior Design: A Blend of Aerodynamics and Alpine Identity

The A390_β's design is heavily inspired by the Alpine A110, featuring a minimalist aesthetic with a distinctive lighting signature. The car's silhouette is both fluid and dynamic, resembling a "monolithic bubble" for optimal aerodynamics. Its iconic "Bleu Specular" paint highlights the car's sharp lines and multifaceted design.  

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 11, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 11, 2024 – Renault Group and the United Nations, via the UN Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE), have entered into a two-year strategic partnership agreement to support the work of the UN Secretary-General's Special Envoy for Road Safety, Jean Todt.  

With this partnership, Renault Group has become the first automobile manufacturer to take a stand alongside the Special Envoy's Secretariat and is stepping up its long-standing commitment to increasingly safe and accessible mobility in all its markets.  

The partners will take action together to promote road safety by providing training, raising awareness and deploying innovation, with a view to benefiting everyone on roads.  

Road Safety is Central in Renault Group's Development Strategy

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 11, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 11, 2024 – Fiat has announced that its new electric city car, the Grande Panda, is now available for order in France and the Netherlands. The Grande Panda is a small, stylish, and affordable electric car designed for urban driving. It has a range of 320 km (WLTP combined) and can be recharged from 20% to 80% in just 33 minutes using a 100 kW DC fast charger.  

The Grande Panda is available in two versions: the top-of-the-range Grande Panda “La Prima” and the (Grande Panda)RED. Prices start at less than €25,000.  

“We are excited to open orders for the Grande Panda Electric in France and the Netherlands,” said a Fiat spokesperson. “This is a car that is perfect for city dwellers who are looking for a stylish, affordable, and practical electric car.”  

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 11, 2024 – Prior to its official reveal later this fall, the all-new 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport will make its competition debut at the 2024 Rebelle Rally, a grueling eight-day off-road challenge through the unforgiving desert conditions of the American Southwest from October 11-19.  

The most adventure-ready and capable Honda SUV ever will take on the all-women off-road event without major modifications, competing in the X-Cross class.  

Wearing a special Rebelle Rally wrap featuring the TrailSport logo, the early-production Passport TrailSport will be driven by two Ohio-based Honda associates and Rebelle rookies. Adia Raya, a commercial quality product engineer at the Honda East Liberty Auto Plant, and Madison Russell, a quality engineer at the Honda North American Quality Center, will compete as team #208, the “TrailSport Trekkers”.  

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 11, 2024 – FIAT, in the year of its 125th Anniversary, is a proud partner of “Turin 2024 Capital of Business Culture” and today attended the “Cinema: che impresa!” convention organized by the Turin Industrial Union.  

During the conference held at the Heritage Hub in Turin, personalities from the cinema and Stellantis worlds discussed the film industry’s evolution and transformation over the last 125 years.  

On the occasion of FIAT’s 125th Anniversary of its founding, FIAT celebrates the intertwined bond with the Piedmontese Capital through the partnership with “Turin Capital of Business Culture 2024,” promoted by the Turin Industrial Union. Within this partnership, FIAT supported the “Cinema: che impresa!” conference at the Heritage Hub. The conference was centered around Industrial Cinema history and reflected on its evolution since the beginning of the twentieth century through images and videos.  

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 6, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 6, 2024 – Honda is hosting Manufacturing Day (MFG Day) activities for students and teachers at 11 of its U.S. production facilities, promoting the exciting career opportunities in modern manufacturing.

MFG Day 2024 is officially held on Friday, Oct. 4, but Honda actually began welcoming students to several plants in late September and activities will continue through October at some facilities. Students have the opportunity to meet Honda associates and participate in hands-on activities that highlight different manufacturing areas and career paths. Honda MFG Day events will reach over 1,700 students from 45 different schools in Alabama, Georgia, Indiana, Ohio, and the Carolinas.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 6, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 6, 2024 – Honda was honored Sept. 25 as #1 in brand loyalty among mainstream SUV owners by J.D. Power. The award is based on the combined performance of Honda SUVs in the J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Automotive Brand Loyalty Study, including the Honda HR-V, CR-V, Passport, Pilot and all-electric Prologue.

“Owner loyalty is the most cherished measure of success in the auto industry which makes the J.D. Power Brand Loyalty award a special honor for Honda and our dealers nationwide,” said Jessika Laudermilk, assistant vice president of Honda Auto Sales. “Based on the efforts of Honda associates who create and build our rugged SUVs in America and our Honda dealers, we will continue to set the standard for exceptional value, sales and service that earn the loyalty of our customers.”

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 6, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 6, 2024 – Fortified with a new, more powerful DOHC 3.5-liter V6 engine, high-strength 10-speed automatic transmission and best-in-class torque vectoring i-VTM4™ all-wheel drive system standard, the all-new Passport TrailSport is the most adventure-ready and capable Honda SUV ever.

From the red rocks of Moab to the sandy dunes of western Michigan to the muddy trails of Appalachia, Honda engineers are putting the next-generation Honda Passport TrailSport through the very highest level of testing validation on challenging trails all over America.

The 2026 Passport and Passport TrailSport will be revealed this fall ahead of arrival at dealers early next year.

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