Featuring second generation direct fuel injection as the fourth BlueEFFICIENCY model in the C-Class. Compared to the current C 350, the new saloon consumes more than ten percent less fuel. At the same time, the innovative V6 engine delivers 15 percent more power and already meets future EU5 emission limits.
GM has latched onto E-85, an 85% blend of corn-based ethanol with regular petroleum, as the way into consumers’ hearts. On paper, it’s perfect. In addition to swaying those who want to be green, E-85 can provide the corn-belt, all-American image that Toyota’s hybrids will never be able to – no matter how many plants they build in the US.
The automaker already has already two tech facilities in the prefecture: the Nissan Technical Center in Atsugi and the Nissan Research Center in Yokosuka. The company is building a new global headquarters in Yokohama.