FAZ+Renault Twingo E: Cheeky wins November 17, 2025, 2:47 p.m. Reading time: 3 minutes. Expand image description The Twingo in 2026 never has a retractable roof, but otherwise it has a lot of that cheeky genius that made the ancestor so lovable. Now with an electric motor and from 20,000 euros. Go to Source
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German FAZ: A turbo for small electric cars010358
The day after the European Union presented its plans for new emissions rules, the auto industry is clearly looking for guidance. The Volkswagen Group is satisfied and speaks of a “pragmatic design”, especially because small electric cars will soon be particularly promoted. And the Wolfsburg-based company wants to bring out many new models in this… Continue reading German FAZ: A turbo for small electric cars010358
German FAZ: VW starts its own battery production in Salzgitter010357
The Volkswagen Group starts its own battery production. Production has officially started at the battery subsidiary Powerco’s first plant in Salzgitter, as the company announced – just in time for the then announced start of production by the end of 2025. The cell factory on the site of the previous VW engine plant had been… Continue reading German FAZ: VW starts its own battery production in Salzgitter010357
German FAZ: What if VW’s paradigm shift only succeeds in Hefei?010356
FAZ+China strategy: What if VW’s paradigm shift only succeeds in Hefei? Guest article By Andreas Boes, Barbara Langes, Sebastian Stoll17.12.2025, 06:50Reading time: 6 min. Expand image descriptionThe failure of the Cariad reveals the structural weaknesses of the German innovation system. The “second headquarters” in China shows how the change to an information economy can still… Continue reading German FAZ: What if VW’s paradigm shift only succeeds in Hefei?010356
@Toyota: [Toyota Times] Akio Toyoda Teaches at a High School? Answering the Question, “What Is love?”
Aki-chan goes to school! Ehime Prefecture’s FC Imabari High School Satoyama opened in April 2024. Former Japanese national men’s soccer team head coach Takeshi Okada serves as principal of this private high school, which aims to nurture the leaders of a new era. One of the school’s defining features is its diverse curriculum, where learning… Continue reading @Toyota: [Toyota Times] Akio Toyoda Teaches at a High School? Answering the Question, “What Is love?”
@Toyota: Toyota Launches New RAV4 in Japan
Dec. 17, 2025 Toyota City, Japan, December 17, 2025―Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) launched the new RAV4 on December 17, 2025. Z (HEV) (Models with options shown) The all-new 6th generation RAV4 is an SUV built on the idea that “Life is an Adventure,” embodying a go-anywhere, do-anything spirit. While maintaining the RAV4’s signature solid and… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota Launches New RAV4 in Japan
@Toyota: ASR-Derived Recycled Plastic Manufactured by Toyota Tsusho Group Company Planic Adopted in the Underbody Cover of Toyota’s New RAV4
Circular Economy 2025-12-17 Toyota Tsusho Corporation (“Toyota Tsusho”) announced today that recycled plastic derived from ASR (Automotive Shredder Residue) manufactured by its Group Company K.K. Planic (“Planic”) has been adopted in the underbody cover of Toyota Motor Corporation’s new RAV4. This marks the first instance of recycled compound pellets (raw material for plastic), which are… Continue reading @Toyota: ASR-Derived Recycled Plastic Manufactured by Toyota Tsusho Group Company Planic Adopted in the Underbody Cover of Toyota’s New RAV4
@Toyota: 2025 Toyota Year in Review: Celebrating Innovation that Drives Mobility and Electrification Forward
From innovation and product launches to manufacturing announcements and sustainability initiatives, along with a commitment to its people, it was a standout year for Toyota. Here’s a look back at some of the company’s progress in 2025 and features that are sure to attract attention in 2026. Electrified, Diversified and BeyondOne of Toyota’s highlights over… Continue reading @Toyota: 2025 Toyota Year in Review: Celebrating Innovation that Drives Mobility and Electrification Forward
@Toyota: Toyota Recalls Certain Toyota Camry and Corolla Cross Hybrid Vehicles
PLANO, Texas (Dec. 16, 2025) — Toyota is conducting a safety recall involving certain model year 2025-2026 Toyota Camry and 2026 Corolla Cross Hybrid vehicles. Approximately 55,000 Toyota vehicles are involved in this recall in the U.S. A bolt inside the inverter in the hybrid powertrain can become loose and could lead to a loss of… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota Recalls Certain Toyota Camry and Corolla Cross Hybrid Vehicles
@Toyota: [Toyota Times] Akio Toyoda Teaches at a High School? Answering the Question, “What Is love?”
Aki-chan goes to school! Ehime Prefecture’s FC Imabari High School Satoyama opened in April 2024. Former Japanese national men’s soccer team head coach Takeshi Okada serves as principal of this private high school, which aims to nurture the leaders of a new era. One of the school’s defining features is its diverse curriculum, where learning… Continue reading @Toyota: [Toyota Times] Akio Toyoda Teaches at a High School? Answering the Question, “What Is love?”