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Infiniti is launching one new model every year for the next four years and the Nissan Sakura gets an extendable solar panel.Links2026 Jeep Grand CherokeeScout may delay EV for EREVPrague lamp post charging2026 Toyota Rav4 first driveGM ForwardToyota Land Cruiser FJRivian lays off 4%, RJ takes over marketingInfiniti to launch 4 vehicles in 4 years, sedan in 2028Nissan Sakura solar extenderEV Theft ratesAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy"},"annotations":[{"startTime":124.5,"endTime":129.9,"type":"concept","title":"Japan Mobility Show","url":"/glossary/japan-mobility-show","quote":"...going to the media day for the Japan Mobility Show, formerly known as the Tokyo Motor Show. 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