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2 days ago
- Automotive
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4 Japanese Cars That Break Down More Than the Average Vehicle
If you're in the market for a reliable vehicle, Japanese automakers typically have good reputations for building cars that will hold up for years. But that doesn't mean all Japanese cars are great bets for reliability. Be Aware: Learn More: Here's a look at four specific new and used cars from Japanese automakers that may give you more headaches than you expect. 2025 Nissan Frontier Price: $32,050 to $45,610 When it comes to unreliable car brands, Nissan has been making a name for itself. Specifically, according to Consumer Reports, the 2025 Nissan Frontier ranks among the least reliable vehicles. Consumer Reports made the rankings based on detailed data from members. The Frontier had a predicted reliability rating of 27/100. Consider These: 2015 Scion IQ Price: $7,725 You may not be surprised to see this tiny hatchback on the list of Japanese cars that may not hold up for a long time. According to Consumer Reports, it's one of the lowest-scoring cars they tested in recent years. Among the complaints are that this vehicle is slow, noisy and pretty uncomfortable. You may also want to put aside a good amount of money for possible repairs. 2016 Honda CR-Z Price: $10,475 to $12,250 While Honda vehicles generally make good choices for reliable rides, you may want to seriously consider if the Honda CR-Z is really the best buy for your next vehicle. The idea of creating a sporty hybrid sounds good, but many reviewers thought the CR-Z failed to live up to the hype. You could not only face reliability issues, but the overall ride and cabin noise are said to be negative factors. 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage Price: $14,600 to $17,175 Mitsubishi has had some success with the cheap car market thanks to the Mirage, but this vehicle leaves much to be desired. In fact, it's probably one of the Japanese cars that's likely to break down more than the average vehicle. Reviewers have noted the weak and very noisy three-cylinder engine that gives drivers sluggish acceleration. More From GOBankingRates Mark Cuban Warns of 'Red Rural Recession' -- 4 States That Could Get Hit Hard The New Retirement Problem Boomers Are Facing 7 Things You'll Be Happy You Downsized in Retirement This article originally appeared on 4 Japanese Cars That Break Down More Than the Average Vehicle
Time of India
20-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Third eye: Scion's romance sparks storm, Congress eyes caste reboot, BJP carries Tulsi in protest
Scion's Love Life Sparks Caste-Political Storm: The latest fraternal feud to spill into the public domain centres on the love life of a high-profile scion and caste dynamics deeply embedded in the state's politics. The scion, often spotted at sports matches, is believed to be in a relationship with a superstar music composer from a prominent family belonging to a caste antithetical to native politics. The composer's family is also perceived to be aligned with a party attempting to make inroads into the Tamil political stronghold . There are concerns that if the alliance materialises, the business house's considerable assets could drift into the rival camp's sphere of influence. Social Justice Pitch to Reflect in PCC Shuffle: Congress plans to walk the talk on social justice with a rejig in Pradesh Congress Committees. Himachal may get a Dalit Pradesh Congress Committee chief, Haryana could see an other backward class ( OBC) face, while Uttarakhand's pick is still being weighed due to existing Dalit leadership in the Congress Legislature Party. 'Tulsi Protest' Over Violence in Bengal: Bengal BJP leaders, including state president Sukanta Majumdar and leader of opposition Suvendu Adhikari, have taken to symbolic protests carrying the sacred Tulsi plant to the assembly and party gatherings. The gesture follows the alleged vandalism of a Tulsi Manch during communal clashes at Maheshtala in South 24 Parganas district.
RNZ News
15-06-2025
- Business
- RNZ News
NZ researchers work to turn agricultural waste into packaging
One collaboration included developing moulded fibre trays infused with blueberry pomace, the leftover residue from juicing or processing. Photo: Supplied / Plant and Food Research Scientists from public research organisation Scion are working with farmers and growers to turn all kinds of agricultural waste - from blueberries to avocado stones - into sustainable and compostable packaging. The project is funded by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment's collaborative Bioresource Processing Alliance (BPA). Team leader for sustainable materials Kate Parker said fibre packaging was a "huge growth industry" globally, as researchers looked to come up with viable alternatives to plastic. Parker said Scion 's researchers were exploring whether incorporating agricultural byproducts into moulded fibre trays could enhance their strength and moisture resistance. The researchers were open-minded about where the waste materials was sourced. "We've looked at all sorts of different biomasses out there, across waste streams that are coming out of different New Zealand industries. We've looked at things like the outer leaves of cabbage that the market farmers have a big excess of, we've looked at the hemp fibres that are not used for other applications. Avocado stones is another, left over from the oil industry. Pretty much anything." Among the waste material being looked at are avocado stones left over from the oil industry. Photo: Parker said it was "early days" for the project. Scion was talking to both producers who needed to get rid of waste, as well as businesses who wanted non-plastic packaging. "At this stage researchers are concentrating on producing fibre next stage is definitely talking a lot to industry to figure out what they want, what properties are important, what they need and how we can tailor a product to suit the performance requirements that they have for their product." Developing non-plastic, food-grade packaging products could potentially come later, she added. One collaboration included developing moulded fibre trays infused with blueberry pomace, the leftover residue from juicing or processing the berries at Rotorua grower Mamaku Blue. Owner Michaela Frost says the purple trays were not just eye catching but were an "exciting" opportunity for her business, the sector and the environment. Horticulture used a lot of plastic, she added. "It does make sense because it's easy to use. It's been around for quite a while now and it's just very affordable. But then it goes back into [landfill] where you don't want to have it." Another major benefit was getting rid of the huge amounts of blueberry byproduct - as much as 10 tonnes a year - that Mamaku Blue dealt with, said Frost. "We are already creating some products from byproduct, such as freeze dried berries and oils, but we just can never deal with it all fast enough." Scion's bio-products and packaging portfolio leader Christophe Collet said the work aimed to reduce waste while supporting New Zealand's circular bioeconomy. "We're using waste stream that would go otherwise to landfill. So we use some materials and incorporating them with some wood fibre packaging that is coming also from a renewable resource, being wood. [The new packaging product] replaces traditional plastics which would be produced from the oil industry. At the end of life it is combustible, and will turn back into water and CO2." He said businesses with waste streams should get in touch to see whether Scion could also help them add value to their biomass byproduct. "We can develop new projects, using the funding that is covering most of the cost of the research project."
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Yahoo
One dead and one injured after head-on crash in Smyth County
SMYTH COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) – Virginia State Police is investigating a fatal two-car accident that occurred on Friday, June 6, around 9:34 a.m. on Route 16 near the Intersection with Old Prater Road in Smyth County. According to police, a Toyota Scion was traveling east on Route 16 and crossed the center line. A Dodge Ram 2500 was traveling west on Route 16 and attempted to avoid the Scion, but it crashed into the Dodge head-on. One dead and two injured after crash in Rockbridge County The driver of the Scion died on the scene and has yet to be identified. The driver of the Dodge was taken to the Smyth County Hospital with serios injuries. The crash remains under investigation. WFXR News will update this page when new information becomes available. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
VSP: 1 dead, 1 seriously injured after Smyth County crash
Editor's Note: This story has been updated to reflect new information from Virginia State Police. MARION, Va. (WJHL) — Virginia State Police (VSP) are investigating a fatal crash in Smyth County on Friday morning. According to a news release from VSP, a Toyota Scion was traveling eastbound on Route 16 when it crossed the centerline just after 9:30 a.m. VSP investigating I-81 crash in Bristol 'A Dodge Ram 2500 travelling westbound on Route 16 tried to avoid the Scion, but the Scion struck the Dodge Ram 2500 head-on,' the release stated. The driver of the Toyota died at the scene, VSP reported. The driver of the Dodge was taken to a local hospital with serious injuries. The crash remains under investigation. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
