Category: OEMs

German FAZ: VW is considering stopping production010115

A new chip crisis is overwhelming the entire European auto industry. At Volkswagen, missing chips are likely to have an impact as early as next week. Little by little, the production lines are stopped because the small but important semiconductors are missing from individual parts supplied, such as the vehicle control system. Volkswagen has therefore… Continue reading German FAZ: VW is considering stopping production010115

German FAZ: Driving is becoming more and more expensive 010114

For many Germans, great freedom begins on four wheels. No matter how often the automotive industry uses this image to advertise its vehicles, it cannot be dismissed entirely: life is easier when there is a car right in front of your front door for the journey to work, to the children’s soccer training or a… Continue reading German FAZ: Driving is becoming more and more expensive 010114

German FAZ: Car manufacturers sell too few electric cars010113

Among the major European car manufacturers, only BMW is currently on track to meet the CO₂ emissions limits set by the EU for all new fleet sales. According to a forecast by the market monitoring company S&P Global Mobility, the BMW Group (including the Mini and Rolls-Royce brands) was able to achieve a sales share… Continue reading German FAZ: Car manufacturers sell too few electric cars010113

@Toyota: [Toyota Times] Century as a Brand, Lexus as Innovation: All the Details on Toyota’s New Project!

Nozoe When creating this new brand commercial, we had access to everything, even the parts that are normally kept private within the company, such as the Chairman’s directions that led to the idea of a six-wheeled space, and the discussions that took place. We distilled this into the words “Discover” and “Imitate no one.” In… Continue reading @Toyota: [Toyota Times] Century as a Brand, Lexus as Innovation: All the Details on Toyota’s New Project!

@Toyota: New Land Cruiser “FJ” Makes World Premiere

Oct. 21, 2025 [embedded content] Toyota City, Japan, October 20, 2025―Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) has unveiled the new Land Cruiser FJ, with the Japan launch planned for around mid-2026. Land Cruiser FJ (Prototype) Launched originally as the Toyota BJ in 1951, the Land Cruiser immediately became the first vehicle to climb to the sixth station… Continue reading @Toyota: New Land Cruiser “FJ” Makes World Premiere

@Toyota: Commencement of Demonstration Tests for the Social Implementation of Level 4 Autonomous Driving Trucks- Implementing Comprehensive Demonstration Driving Tests in the Final Fiscal Year of Theme 3 Projects on Shin-Tomei Expressway –

Digital Solutions 2025-10-21 Toyota Tsusho Corporation (“Toyota Tsusho”), Advanced Smart Mobility Co., Ltd. (“Advanced Smart Mobility”), Nippon Koei Co., Ltd. (“Nippon Koei”), and Mizuho Research & Technologies, Ltd. (“Mizuho Research & Technologies”) were contracted by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) in fiscal… Continue reading @Toyota: Commencement of Demonstration Tests for the Social Implementation of Level 4 Autonomous Driving Trucks- Implementing Comprehensive Demonstration Driving Tests in the Final Fiscal Year of Theme 3 Projects on Shin-Tomei Expressway –

@Toyota: Plug-and-Play Resilience: Our Investment in Pila Energy

3 min read · 1 hour ago Homes need batteries more than ever. They provide resilience against increasing power outages from extreme weather events, and they can lower electricity bills by using less grid energy when it costs the most. From the grid’s point of view, home batteries can play a critical role in relieving… Continue reading @Toyota: Plug-and-Play Resilience: Our Investment in Pila Energy

@Toyota: Toyota Accelerates Community Impact: Awards $1.9 Million in Grants

2025 Funding supports education, workforce readiness and community programs across Central Kentucky GEORGETOWN, Ky. (Oct. 21, 2025) – Central Kentucky’s future is looking a little brighter today as Toyota announced $1.9 million in grants benefitting nonprofit organizations across the region in 2025. The company’s annual community grants program reinforces Toyota’s longstanding commitment to education, workforce… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota Accelerates Community Impact: Awards $1.9 Million in Grants

@Toyota: 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Nasu Edition Brings Adventure-Ready Spirit to SEMA

With precision engineering and rugged modifications inspired by Japan’s Mt. Nasu, the concept reflects Toyota’s embrace of the outdoors and active lifestyles. LAS VEGAS (Oct. 21, 2025) – Toyota is exploring the adventurous side of its lineup at the 2025 SEMA Show with the debut of the 2026 Corolla Cross Hybrid Nasu Edition, a bespoke concept… Continue reading @Toyota: 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Nasu Edition Brings Adventure-Ready Spirit to SEMA