Nissan reveals ransomware attack exposed 53,000 workers’ social security numbers

Nissan North America has revealed that extortionists who demanded a ransom after breaking into its external VPN and disrupted systems last year also stole the social security numbers of over 53,000 staff.

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Photo gallery: 2024 New York International Auto Show

One of the largest automotive shows in the world, the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) happens every year in New York City. For decades, it’s been the home of the World Car of the Year awards and a fulcrum for automotive unveils in North Americ… Continue reading Photo gallery: 2024 New York International Auto Show

The U.S. auto industry’s dirty little secret: plummeting quality

Manufacturing a car involves choreographing hundreds of parts, most of which are created somewhere else, to be at the same spot at the same time for final assembly. Given the widespread adoption of “just in time” manufacturing methodology, it’s underst… Continue reading The U.S. auto industry’s dirty little secret: plummeting quality

Pictorial: Nissan’s “Urban GoKart” EV 20-30 Concept

Nissan has released the first imagery of its 20-30 Concept, a sporty Micra-sized EV with bold sports styling. The plan is that by 2028, Nissan EVs will have solid-state batteries, reducing the cost of electrical energy storage by 65%, and enabling pock… Continue reading Pictorial: Nissan’s “Urban GoKart” EV 20-30 Concept