Can Porsche’s carbon-neutral ‘e-gas’ save the planet?

Porsche has no plan to make an electric version of its iconic 911 sports cars. So, how to ensure continued sale of its flagship model far into the future, when governments around the world, including California’s, are planning to eventually ban sales of new internal combustion cars? Porsche’s answer: carbon-neutral “synthetic” gasoline that could fuel […]

The Finns’ shared interests with the UAE

The UAE and Finland celebrate their national days almost back to back – on 2 and 6 December respectively. First, the green, white, black and red colours of the UAE flag fly high, followed by the blue and white colours of the Finnish flag. Celebrations might differ but both nations are equally proud of their […]

Nissan leaves Trump’s fight against California car rules

Nissan Motor Co. is dropping out of a federal lawsuit over California’s right to set its own auto emission standards in which it had sided with the Trump administration in the latest sign of the rapidly shifting politics of gas mileage rules since Joe Biden won the 2020 presidential election. Nissan said in a statement […]

Japan plans phase-out of new petrol cars by mid-2030s

All new vehicles sold in Japan by the mid-2030s will be hybrid or electric as the government begins to unveil concrete steps for reaching its goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2050, broadcaster NHK said. Japan’s economy ministry is targeting “100 per cent electrification” over approximately 15 years, a move that would gradually bump gasoline-engine […]

Finland: Looking forward to Expo 2020 Dubai

The relations between UAE and Finland are already excellent, but there is always room for growth and improvement. Finland’s theme for Expo 2020 Dubai is Sharing Future Happiness and we share the fundamentals of happiness between our countries. For example, circular economies and sustainability are clearly areas of mutual interest where the two nations can […]