Mobility

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 2, 2024 – Alfa Romeo made a captivating appearance at the seventh edition of “Chantilly Arts & Élégance Richard Mille,” a prestigious Concours d'Élégance held at the Domaine du Château de Chantilly in Hauts-de-France. This exclusive event, which expertly merges the automotive world with art and elegance, has rapidly gained renown among enthusiasts and industry insiders, rivaling the esteemed events held at Pebble Beach (USA) and Villa d’Este (Italy).

Alfa Romeo paid homage to the French event by showcasing three exceptional models: the new Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale, a testament to the Italian brand’s present and future capabilities in style and driving experience; the renowned 1971 33 Spider Cuneo style prototype, typically exhibited at the Alfa Romeo History Museum in Arese; and the all-new Junior, marking Alfa Romeo’s return to the largest segment in Europe.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 2, 2024 – Renault has once again delved into its rich heritage to create a stunning restomod show car, this time in collaboration with renowned French designer Ora Ito. Based on the iconic Renault 17 sports coupé, the R17 electric restomod x Ora Ito is a unique and modern reinterpretation of the classic model launched in 1971.    

This project is the latest in a series of collaborations between Renault and contemporary designers, each offering a fresh perspective on the brand's legendary vehicles. Previous collaborations include the SUITE N°4 concept by Mathieu Lehanneur, a reimagining of the Renault 4; the 5 Diamant prototype by Pierre Gonalons, an electric reinterpretation of the R5; and the Twingo electric show car designed by Sabine Marcelis.    

R17 Electric Restomod x Ora Ito: A Fusion of Heritage and Innovation

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 2, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 02, 2024  – Renault is set to redefine electric mobility with the much-anticipated reveal of its Renault 4 E-Tech electric vehicle. To amplify the excitement and showcase the versatility of this modern classic, the company is embarking on a series of innovative collaborations, aptly named "4 movements." This initiative underscores Renault's commitment to sustainable and accessible electric mobility solutions that extend beyond the traditional automobile.

Building on the success of last year's "5 movements" program for the Renault 5 E-Tech electric launch, the "4 movements" initiative sees Renault partnering with four dynamic French startups. Each startup brings a unique perspective to electric mobility, showcasing its potential across various modes of transportation.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 2, 2024 – Renault has revived one of its most iconic models, the Renault 4, in a new all-electric version. The Renault 4 E-Tech Electric is a versatile and practical car that is perfect for everyday driving. It is also packed with technology, including a host of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).

The original Renault 4 was launched in 1961 and quickly became one of the most popular cars in Europe. It was known for its versatility, practicality, and affordability. The new Renault 4 E-Tech Electric builds on this legacy, offering a modern take on a classic car.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 2, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 02, 2024  – Renault has introduced the Estafette Concept, an innovative electric van designed to meet the evolving needs of urban professionals. This cutting-edge vehicle marks a significant step in the evolution of electric utility vehicles, showcasing Renault's commitment to sustainable and efficient transportation solutions.

The Estafette Concept is built on the FlexEVan platform, developed in collaboration with Flexis, a joint venture between Renault Group, Volvo Group, and CMA CGM Group. This platform is specifically designed to address the challenges of the energy transition and last-mile delivery logistics.

Designed for the City and its Professionals

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 2, 2024 – Renault Group is making significant strides in sustainable mobility, showcasing its commitment to a greener future through innovative technologies like e-POWER and the Emblème demo car.

Nissan's e-POWER: Reaching 1.5 Million Milestone

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., a key member of the Renault Group, recently announced that the cumulative global production of its e-POWER vehicles has surpassed 1.5 million units. This unique technology offers a compelling electric-vehicle driving experience characterized by powerful acceleration and a quiet ride.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 2, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – NOVEMBER 02, 2024 - Renault has unveiled Emblème, a demo car that showcases Ampere's technologies for decarbonization in the automotive industry. Emblème is a family vehicle that emits 90% less greenhouse gases (CO₂e) over its entire life cycle than an equivalent vehicle produced today.

Emblème is based on specifications implementing the principles of eco-design. It features a 70% reduction in the carbon footprint of its components, 50% recycled materials, and almost all of the materials used can be recycled at the end of their life.

The vehicle is powered by a dual-energy electric powertrain that uses electricity and hydrogen, an optimal combination for low-carbon driving over both short and long distances.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 2, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – NOVEMBER 02, 2024 - Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today announced that cumulative global production of its e-POWER vehicles surpassed 1.5 million units as of the end of October.

e-POWER is a unique Nissan technology that uses a small gasoline engine and lithium-ion battery to power an electric motor. The electric motor alone drives the wheels, resulting in an electric-vehicle driving experience characterized by powerful acceleration and quietness.

Nissan launched e-POWER first in Japan in 2016 with the Note e-POWER. Availability of the innovative powertrain has since been expanded to the Kicks and X-Trail sport-utility vehicles and the Serena minivan.

In fiscal year 2023, 42.6% of Nissan vehicles sold in Japan were e-POWER.

In China, e-POWER became available in 2021 with the Sylphy e-POWER sedan, and it is now also available on the X-Trail SUV.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 2, 2024 – SHERIDAN, WYOMING – NOVEMBER 02, 2024 - Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today announced production, sales, and export figures for September 2024 and the six months from April to September 2024.

Production

Global production declined 9.8% from a year earlier.

Production in Japan declined 11.8% from a year earlier.

Production outside Japan declined 9.3% from a year earlier.

April-September 2024

Global production declined 7.8% from a year earlier.

Production in Japan declined 13.4% from a year earlier.

Production outside Japan declined 6.4% from a year earlier.

Sales

Global sales declined 4.2% from a year earlier.

Sales including minivehicles in Japan surpassed year-earlier results by 4.5%.

Sales of registered vehicles in Japan surpassed year-earlier results by 2.5%.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 31, 2024 – Miswa Chemicals UK, a renowned manufacturer of homecare, automotive, and insecticide products, has partnered with Sidel to automate its end-of-line operations with three customized case packing solutions. This collaboration has resulted in a 40% increase in production line efficiency.

Addressing the Need for Automation

Miswa Chemicals UK sought a reliable partner to automate the manual loading of various products, including large metal cans, Jerry cans, and aerosols, into corrugated cases. Sidel, with its extensive portfolio and expertise in secondary packaging, provided three adapted case packers to handle the different product types on three separate lines.