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Miami Herald
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
Nissan's Plan To Avoid Tariffs? Take Over a Ford Plant
Though not fully implemented, the specter of tariffs looms large over the auto industry. After decades of building global supply chains and leaning into overseas manufacturing, automakers are growing concerned that tariffs will hit hard and fast. Like many, Nissan is looking to stateside production and procurement to avoid tariffs (should they arrive) and is now partnering with Ford to help in one critical way. The Wall Street Journal reports that a Ford plant in Kentucky will now be used by Nissan to manufacture batteries for its EVs. Though the report doesn't detail Nissan's production plans, expect that batteries for the Ariya and Leaf, Nissan's only two fully electric vehicles, will come from this Kentucky plant. In 2021, Ford built two factories in Kentucky as part of a larger $7 billion investment in production and electrification. The two plants were a joint venture with SK On, a battery maker in Korea that produces EV batteries and power storage solutions. The Wall Street Journal notes that weaker-than-expected demand for EVs caused one of the Kentucky facilities to sit dormant. That low demand eventually met with high production costs and looming tariffs, creating a slowdown in Ford's battery manufacturing. Nissan's choice to utilize this defunct factory helps it avoid tariffs on imported EV batteries, which promise to be a substantial additional cost to EV buyers that they are unlikely to tolerate. In Q1, Nissan reported a $4.5 billion loss and canceled a planned battery factory in Japan. SK On and Nissan already have a deal in place, too; in March, Nissan said SK On would provide batteries for electrified SUVs in production at its Canton, Mississippi, plant. It seems reasonable that this defunct Ford plant in Kentucky-that was built in partnership with SK On-will serve as the production point for SK On and Nissan's efforts. Details of the deal between SK On and Ford are unknown, but this development is significant for Ford. It either recoups losses by leasing the factory to Nissan or avoids any potential breach of contract with SK On as the factory sits dormant. If SK On owns and operates the factory, but Ford can't satisfy a production agreement, Nissan stepping in may ease Ford's accountability. Nissan continuously struggles to gain footing in the U.S. market despite making respectable SUVs and a great EV SUV. If this deal with SK On keeps Ariyas (and Leafs, maybe?) on its lots, EV buyers may give its vehicles a closer look. Many other automakers, like BMW, are in a holding pattern with electrified vehicles, so the time might be right for Nissan to gain market share. It's a tenuous time for Nissan. A spiked deal with Honda had many wondering if the brand would survive, and as EV demand wanes and tariffs loom on the horizon, Nissan must thread the needle on electrification to gain market share. Partnering with SK On to produce EV batteries domestically is smart, but whether it results in more sales remains to be seen. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Miami Herald
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
You Could Lease This EV For as Little as $129 Per Month
The 2025 model year marks the Nissan Ariya's third year on the market, and there's never been a better time to get behind the wheel. Nissan is offering an almost unbelievable lease deal on the Ariya through June 2nd. Depending on your location, you could lease an Ariya EV for as little as $129 per month on a 36-month lease term. This deal requires a $4,409 down payment and up to 10,000 miles allowed per year. EVs have waxed and waned over the years, but the Nissan Ariya has kept pace fairly well. With a maximum range of 289 miles, the Ariya leans towards the middle of its segment. Capable of charging from 10% to 80% in 35 to 40 minutes depending on battery size, Nissan's electric crossover can be great as a daily driver and weekend road trip warrior. In terms of performance, the Ariya's electric motors deliver 214 to 389 horsepower, depending on configuration. All Nissan Ariya models ride on athletic 19-inch wheels that pair well with LED headlights. A heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel comes standard, as do heated front seats. In terms of tech, the Ariya EV boasts a standard wireless smartphone charger, 12.3-inch touchscreen display, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. Like all Nissan models, the Ariya comes with a full suite of standard safety systems. Nissan is offering a sweet lease deal through June 2nd, but just how good of a deal you can get largely depends on your location. The lease term runs 36 months with an allowance of 10,000 miles per year. Keep in mind that Nissan is also offering $1,000 in loyalty cash for current Nissan and Infiniti lessees and owners that can be applied to a new Ariya lease. Those located in the Denver area can get one of the best Ariya EV deals in the country, with a $129 monthly lease payment and just $929 due at signing. In Los Angeles, you can get behind the wheel of a new Ariya for as little as $129 per month and $4,409 due at signing. Residents of the Seattle, Washington, area can get a similar deal: $149 per month with a $4,879 down payment. Meanwhile, Austin, Chicago, Charlotte, and Miami all have a similar Nissan Ariya lease deal: $289 per month with a $4,909 initial payment. Head over to New York City, and a 2025 Nissan Ariya lease will cost you $149 monthly, with $5,679 due at signing. The Nissan Ariya may have shed a few trim levels, but it gained more standard equipment, like a wireless smartphone charging pad, across the board for the 2025 model year. Available from $39,770 MSRP, Nissan's family-sized EV is already a better value than many of its rivals. If you've been considering making the switch to an EV, now could be the best time to get behind the wheel of a Nissan Ariya. Lease offers can vary based on location, vehicle configuration (trims, options), and are subject to credit approval. Advertised monthly payments don't necessarily include taxes, title, registration, and other potential fees. To get the full official details on the 2025 Nissan Ariya lease offers, including cash back incentives, visit the Nissan Ariya webpage. *Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only. The information presented herein is based on manufacturer-provided lease offer information, which is subject to frequent change and may vary based on location, creditworthiness, and other factors. We are not a party to any lease agreements and assume no liability for the terms, conditions, availability, or accuracy of any lease offers mentioned. All terms, including but not limited to pricing, mileage allowances, and residual values, require direct verification with an authorized local OEM dealership. This article does not constitute financial advice or an endorsement of any particular lease or vehicle. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Researchers make game-changing breakthrough in fight against hidden health risk lurking in air and water: 'Highly accurate and affordable'
A team of researchers at McGill University has developed an innovative and affordable way to detect microplastics and nanoplastics in air and water. The technique, called HoLDI-MS (short for hollow-laser desorption/ionization mass spectrometry), was recently profiled in a study published in the Nature journal Communications Chemistry. It allows scientists to detect even the tiniest plastic particles without needing a bunch of complicated lab prep. It's designed to work on samples taken from both indoor and outdoor environments, including water, soil, and air. "With HoLDI, we provide a method that is effective, quantitative, highly accurate, and affordable, making it accessible to researchers worldwide," chemistry professor and lead author Parisa Ariya said. "It requires little energy, is recyclable and costs only a few dollars per sample." Plastic pollution, especially once it breaks down into microplastics, is notoriously hard to detect, but it's everywhere. These tiny particles can be inhaled or ingested by people, and research has linked them to a range of long-term health concerns, including higher risks for cancer, respiratory problems, and cardiovascular diseases. Microplastics in the environment also pose threats across entire ecosystems, harming soil health, water quality, food webs, and wildlife. "Until now, there have been no established universal protocols for nanoplastic detection within the complex environment," Ariya said. The new platform changes that, allowing scientists around the world to analyze samples with consistent, comparable results. As part of the study, researchers identified particles including polyethylene and polydimethylsiloxanes in indoor air and outdoor contaminants such as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. The U.N. Environment Programme has been calling for better monitoring tools to help address the global plastic crisis, and this innovation is a major step forward. The discovery follows other promising breakthroughs in the fight against plastic, including the University of British Columbia's portable detection tool and remote technology for detecting plastic in waterways. You can join the fight against plastic pollution by using less plastic, educating yourself on how to recycle, and supporting brands with plastic-free packaging. Do you worry about air pollution in and around your home? Yes — always Yes — often Yes — sometimes No — never Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Join our free newsletter for weekly updates on the latest innovations improving our lives and shaping our future, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
The Advertiser
20-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
How emissions laws finally forced Nissan Australia to launch another EV
Nissan's local boss has admitted the company held off on launching the Ariya mid-size electric SUV until new emissions laws were introduced. Speaking to media including CarExpert at the Nissan Casting Australia Plant in Victoria, Nissan Oceania boss Andrew Humberstone explained the NVES [New Vehicle Efficiency Standard] played a key factor in the timing of the Ariya to local shores. It's due during the second half of 2025. "For me – when's the right time to bring that car [Ariya] in?" Mr Humberstone said. "I've delayed that [the introduction of Ariya] as much as I could in terms of saying, 'Do I really need to bring in that car yet?'. There comes a point when absolutely you have to offset that from effectively an NVES perspective." 100s of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. "For me it was a conscious decision – you've got to decide when you put your foot on the gas, so to speak." The Ariya was unveiled in July 2020 before production kicked off in October 2021, making its scheduled arrival in Australia later this year, much later than many other markets. The NVES was introduced on January 1, 2025 and sees progressively stricter emission regulations over the next five years for car manufacturers, with failure to meet them resulting in fines being issued. The enforcement of the fines does not come into effect until July 1, 2025. Emissions are calculated as a fleet average across a brand's entire lineup, which means the Ariya's zero tailpine emissions can help offset the Patrol four-wheel drive and Navara ute. Record sales of the V8 Nissan Patrol in Australia came after it was announced the off-roader would follow the rival Toyota LandCruiser by dropping V8 power. The next-generation Y63 Patrol will use a twin-turbocharged six-cylinder petrol engine when it hits showrooms in 2026. "So we've got to manage that and offset that not just with hybrid technology … and our e-Power space, but actually also look at the fully electric and say 'When's the right time to bring it in'?" said Mr Humberstone. Other automakers such as Kia have also said electric models enable petrol/diesel-engine volume sellers – such as the highly anticipated diesel-powered Kia Tasman dual-cab ute – a place in local showrooms under the NVES rules. Pressed if NVES was the reason for the later introduction of Ariya to Australia, Humberstone replied: "Largely, yes." "Because … if you look at our curve of Patrol sales – it's going up and up over 8000 [sales per month] – you've got the new one coming, so there's a massive demand for the [existing] eight-cylinder in the market," he added. "It starts to get to a point when we say, in terms of where NVES is, 'at what stage are we bound to introduce the electrification to offset those?'." Would the Ariya be coming to Australia without the introduction of NVES? "I wouldn't say the car wouldn't be here," Mr Humberstone said. "I'd just say, is the infrastructure? Is the market ready for it? And it depends at what price. We've just had to deal with tariffs from the US [where the Nissan Pathfinder SUV is sourced] we've had to deal with foreign exchange. "You've got to build your business around success, and when you can see the writing on the wall, you need to be strategic." MORE: Everything Nissan Ariya Content originally sourced from: Nissan's local boss has admitted the company held off on launching the Ariya mid-size electric SUV until new emissions laws were introduced. Speaking to media including CarExpert at the Nissan Casting Australia Plant in Victoria, Nissan Oceania boss Andrew Humberstone explained the NVES [New Vehicle Efficiency Standard] played a key factor in the timing of the Ariya to local shores. It's due during the second half of 2025. "For me – when's the right time to bring that car [Ariya] in?" Mr Humberstone said. "I've delayed that [the introduction of Ariya] as much as I could in terms of saying, 'Do I really need to bring in that car yet?'. There comes a point when absolutely you have to offset that from effectively an NVES perspective." 100s of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. "For me it was a conscious decision – you've got to decide when you put your foot on the gas, so to speak." The Ariya was unveiled in July 2020 before production kicked off in October 2021, making its scheduled arrival in Australia later this year, much later than many other markets. The NVES was introduced on January 1, 2025 and sees progressively stricter emission regulations over the next five years for car manufacturers, with failure to meet them resulting in fines being issued. The enforcement of the fines does not come into effect until July 1, 2025. Emissions are calculated as a fleet average across a brand's entire lineup, which means the Ariya's zero tailpine emissions can help offset the Patrol four-wheel drive and Navara ute. Record sales of the V8 Nissan Patrol in Australia came after it was announced the off-roader would follow the rival Toyota LandCruiser by dropping V8 power. The next-generation Y63 Patrol will use a twin-turbocharged six-cylinder petrol engine when it hits showrooms in 2026. "So we've got to manage that and offset that not just with hybrid technology … and our e-Power space, but actually also look at the fully electric and say 'When's the right time to bring it in'?" said Mr Humberstone. Other automakers such as Kia have also said electric models enable petrol/diesel-engine volume sellers – such as the highly anticipated diesel-powered Kia Tasman dual-cab ute – a place in local showrooms under the NVES rules. Pressed if NVES was the reason for the later introduction of Ariya to Australia, Humberstone replied: "Largely, yes." "Because … if you look at our curve of Patrol sales – it's going up and up over 8000 [sales per month] – you've got the new one coming, so there's a massive demand for the [existing] eight-cylinder in the market," he added. "It starts to get to a point when we say, in terms of where NVES is, 'at what stage are we bound to introduce the electrification to offset those?'." Would the Ariya be coming to Australia without the introduction of NVES? "I wouldn't say the car wouldn't be here," Mr Humberstone said. "I'd just say, is the infrastructure? Is the market ready for it? And it depends at what price. We've just had to deal with tariffs from the US [where the Nissan Pathfinder SUV is sourced] we've had to deal with foreign exchange. "You've got to build your business around success, and when you can see the writing on the wall, you need to be strategic." MORE: Everything Nissan Ariya Content originally sourced from: Nissan's local boss has admitted the company held off on launching the Ariya mid-size electric SUV until new emissions laws were introduced. Speaking to media including CarExpert at the Nissan Casting Australia Plant in Victoria, Nissan Oceania boss Andrew Humberstone explained the NVES [New Vehicle Efficiency Standard] played a key factor in the timing of the Ariya to local shores. It's due during the second half of 2025. "For me – when's the right time to bring that car [Ariya] in?" Mr Humberstone said. "I've delayed that [the introduction of Ariya] as much as I could in terms of saying, 'Do I really need to bring in that car yet?'. There comes a point when absolutely you have to offset that from effectively an NVES perspective." 100s of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. "For me it was a conscious decision – you've got to decide when you put your foot on the gas, so to speak." The Ariya was unveiled in July 2020 before production kicked off in October 2021, making its scheduled arrival in Australia later this year, much later than many other markets. The NVES was introduced on January 1, 2025 and sees progressively stricter emission regulations over the next five years for car manufacturers, with failure to meet them resulting in fines being issued. The enforcement of the fines does not come into effect until July 1, 2025. Emissions are calculated as a fleet average across a brand's entire lineup, which means the Ariya's zero tailpine emissions can help offset the Patrol four-wheel drive and Navara ute. Record sales of the V8 Nissan Patrol in Australia came after it was announced the off-roader would follow the rival Toyota LandCruiser by dropping V8 power. The next-generation Y63 Patrol will use a twin-turbocharged six-cylinder petrol engine when it hits showrooms in 2026. "So we've got to manage that and offset that not just with hybrid technology … and our e-Power space, but actually also look at the fully electric and say 'When's the right time to bring it in'?" said Mr Humberstone. Other automakers such as Kia have also said electric models enable petrol/diesel-engine volume sellers – such as the highly anticipated diesel-powered Kia Tasman dual-cab ute – a place in local showrooms under the NVES rules. Pressed if NVES was the reason for the later introduction of Ariya to Australia, Humberstone replied: "Largely, yes." "Because … if you look at our curve of Patrol sales – it's going up and up over 8000 [sales per month] – you've got the new one coming, so there's a massive demand for the [existing] eight-cylinder in the market," he added. "It starts to get to a point when we say, in terms of where NVES is, 'at what stage are we bound to introduce the electrification to offset those?'." Would the Ariya be coming to Australia without the introduction of NVES? "I wouldn't say the car wouldn't be here," Mr Humberstone said. "I'd just say, is the infrastructure? Is the market ready for it? And it depends at what price. We've just had to deal with tariffs from the US [where the Nissan Pathfinder SUV is sourced] we've had to deal with foreign exchange. "You've got to build your business around success, and when you can see the writing on the wall, you need to be strategic." MORE: Everything Nissan Ariya Content originally sourced from: Nissan's local boss has admitted the company held off on launching the Ariya mid-size electric SUV until new emissions laws were introduced. Speaking to media including CarExpert at the Nissan Casting Australia Plant in Victoria, Nissan Oceania boss Andrew Humberstone explained the NVES [New Vehicle Efficiency Standard] played a key factor in the timing of the Ariya to local shores. It's due during the second half of 2025. "For me – when's the right time to bring that car [Ariya] in?" Mr Humberstone said. "I've delayed that [the introduction of Ariya] as much as I could in terms of saying, 'Do I really need to bring in that car yet?'. There comes a point when absolutely you have to offset that from effectively an NVES perspective." 100s of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. "For me it was a conscious decision – you've got to decide when you put your foot on the gas, so to speak." The Ariya was unveiled in July 2020 before production kicked off in October 2021, making its scheduled arrival in Australia later this year, much later than many other markets. The NVES was introduced on January 1, 2025 and sees progressively stricter emission regulations over the next five years for car manufacturers, with failure to meet them resulting in fines being issued. The enforcement of the fines does not come into effect until July 1, 2025. Emissions are calculated as a fleet average across a brand's entire lineup, which means the Ariya's zero tailpine emissions can help offset the Patrol four-wheel drive and Navara ute. Record sales of the V8 Nissan Patrol in Australia came after it was announced the off-roader would follow the rival Toyota LandCruiser by dropping V8 power. The next-generation Y63 Patrol will use a twin-turbocharged six-cylinder petrol engine when it hits showrooms in 2026. "So we've got to manage that and offset that not just with hybrid technology … and our e-Power space, but actually also look at the fully electric and say 'When's the right time to bring it in'?" said Mr Humberstone. Other automakers such as Kia have also said electric models enable petrol/diesel-engine volume sellers – such as the highly anticipated diesel-powered Kia Tasman dual-cab ute – a place in local showrooms under the NVES rules. Pressed if NVES was the reason for the later introduction of Ariya to Australia, Humberstone replied: "Largely, yes." "Because … if you look at our curve of Patrol sales – it's going up and up over 8000 [sales per month] – you've got the new one coming, so there's a massive demand for the [existing] eight-cylinder in the market," he added. "It starts to get to a point when we say, in terms of where NVES is, 'at what stage are we bound to introduce the electrification to offset those?'." Would the Ariya be coming to Australia without the introduction of NVES? "I wouldn't say the car wouldn't be here," Mr Humberstone said. "I'd just say, is the infrastructure? Is the market ready for it? And it depends at what price. We've just had to deal with tariffs from the US [where the Nissan Pathfinder SUV is sourced] we've had to deal with foreign exchange. "You've got to build your business around success, and when you can see the writing on the wall, you need to be strategic." MORE: Everything Nissan Ariya Content originally sourced from:
7NEWS
20-05-2025
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
How emissions laws finally forced Nissan Australia to launch another EV
Nissan's local boss has admitted the company held off on launching the Ariya mid-size electric SUV until new emissions laws were introduced. Speaking to media including CarExpert at the Nissan Casting Australia Plant in Victoria, Nissan Oceania boss Andrew Humberstone explained the NVES [New Vehicle Efficiency Standard] played a key factor in the timing of the Ariya to local shores. It's due during the second half of 2025. 'For me – when's the right time to bring that car [Ariya] in?' Mr Humberstone said. 'I've delayed that [the introduction of Ariya] as much as I could in terms of saying, 'Do I really need to bring in that car yet?'. There comes a point when absolutely you have to offset that from effectively an NVES perspective.' 100s of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. 'For me it was a conscious decision – you've got to decide when you put your foot on the gas, so to speak.' The Ariya was unveiled in July 2020 before production kicked off in October 2021, making its scheduled arrival in Australia later this year, much later than many other markets. The NVES was introduced on January 1, 2025 and sees progressively stricter emission regulations over the next five years for car manufacturers, with failure to meet them resulting in fines being issued. The enforcement of the fines does not come into effect until July 1, 2025. Emissions are calculated as a fleet average across a brand's entire lineup, which means the Ariya's zero tailpine emissions can help offset the Patrol four-wheel drive and Navara ute. Record sales of the V8 Nissan Patrol in Australia came after it was announced the off-roader would follow the rival Toyota LandCruiser by dropping V8 power. The next-generation Y63 Patrol will use a twin-turbocharged six-cylinder petrol engine when it hits showrooms in 2026. 'So we've got to manage that and offset that not just with hybrid technology … and our e-Power space, but actually also look at the fully electric and say 'When's the right time to bring it in'?' said Mr Humberstone. Other automakers such as Kia have also said electric models enable petrol/diesel-engine volume sellers – such as the highly anticipated diesel-powered Kia Tasman dual-cab ute – a place in local showrooms under the NVES rules. Pressed if NVES was the reason for the later introduction of Ariya to Australia, Humberstone replied: 'Largely, yes.' 'Because … if you look at our curve of Patrol sales – it's going up and up over 8000 [sales per month] – you've got the new one coming, so there's a massive demand for the [existing] eight-cylinder in the market,' he added. 'It starts to get to a point when we say, in terms of where NVES is, 'at what stage are we bound to introduce the electrification to offset those?'.' Would the Ariya be coming to Australia without the introduction of NVES? 'I wouldn't say the car wouldn't be here,' Mr Humberstone said. 'I'd just say, is the infrastructure? Is the market ready for it? And it depends at what price. We've just had to deal with tariffs from the US [where the Nissan Pathfinder SUV is sourced] we've had to deal with foreign exchange. 'You've got to build your business around success, and when you can see the writing on the wall, you need to be strategic.'
