Nissan is opposing renewed efforts by alliance partner Renault to merge under a holding company because such a structure won’t help turn the Japanese carmaker around, according to a person with knowledge of the discussions.

Time was when the Nissan Micra was a staple in the supermini segment, competing successfully against the kingpins in the segment and being produced by the zillion — all over the world.

Peter Merrigan shows us around his Porsche 911Turbo.

Nissan Motor is reviving Datsun models in emerging markets, where the biggest growth is expected for affordable stylish vehicles, and has no plans to bring the brand back in developed markets.

The chief executive of Nissan has fuelled speculation that the Japanese car maker may revive its Datsun brand to compete in the low-cost end of the market.