Toyota Motor Corp. is planning to launch electric vehicles (EVs) equipped with all-solid-state batteries in 2027-28. These next-generation batteries are expected to enhance EV range and shorten charging times, positioning Toyota to compete more effectively in the EV market currently dominated by Tesla Inc. Unlike the lithium-ion batteries commonly used in EVs and electrical devices, all-solid-state batteries utilize solid electrolytes instead of liquid ones. This new technology offers numerous benefits, including high-power output, extended range, rapid charging times, and potential for miniaturization. However, there are challenges that need to be addressed, such as the limited lifespan of these batteries and the requirement to mass produce them at a low cost.   Toyota's BEV Factory, an electric vehicle-focused unit, will be responsible for integrating these batteries into its upcoming vehicle models. The company's goal is to develop EVs that can be fully charged in unde...

Greg Kelly, the former executive at Nissan Motor Company, was at the center of a financial scandal that led to his arrest in Japan in 2018. The arrest and subsequent charges against Kelly sparked a heated debate about the events that led to his downfall, particularly the role of the Japanese board of directors at Nissan. Kelly joined Nissan in 1999 and held several key positions within the company, including Senior Vice President and Director of Human Resources, before being appointed as the Vice Chairman of the Americas in 2010. He was responsible for overseeing Nissan's operations in North, Central and South America and played a significant role in the company's growth in the region. Kelly's relationship with the board of directors at Nissan became strained for several reasons. Firstly, Kelly was seen as an outsider, as he was born and raised in the United States and had a different cultural background from the rest of the board members. This caused a cultural rift betw...

Carlos Ghosn was a charismatic and innovative CEO of Nissan who was admired and respected globally. However, his success was not received well by the Nissan board of directors and the government of Japan, who held feelings of envy “Netami ( 妬み )” toward him. This envy eventually led to his arrest and downfall. Ghosn's leadership of Nissan marked a turning point for the company, which was on the verge of bankruptcy in the late 1990s. He implemented several reforms, such as cost-cutting measures, reducing debt, and expanding the company's global reach. He also played a significant role in the creation of the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance, which became one of the largest automotive companies in the world. However, despite his successes, the Nissan board of directors and the Japanese government were uncomfortable with his high profile and the influence he held over the company. Ghosn was seen as a foreigner who was taking control of a Japanese company, and his compensation...