“We are delighted to be recognized as a global technology leader as evidenced by the many patents issued to Toyota,” said Sandra Phillips-Rogers, general counsel, chief legal officer and chief diversity officer for Toyota Motor North America. “The number of issued patents is a testament to Toyota’s vast R&D efforts and the team members who… Continue reading Toyota Earns Most R&D Patents Among Automakers in Intellectual Property Owners Association Rankings for 8th Consecutive Year
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Sony seeks new partners for transformative EV project -executive
Sony seeks partners to make cars into entertainment spaces Transformation of cars similar to rise of smartphones TOKYO, Jan 21 (Reuters) – Sony Group (6758.T) will likely add new technology partners to its electric vehicle (EV) project to help it forge a mobility business to transform cars from transportation machines to entertainment spaces, a Sony… Continue reading Sony seeks new partners for transformative EV project -executive
Honda CEO says Toyota’s strategy to pursue hydrogen cars ‘doesn’t seem feasible’
Honda CEO Toshihiro Mibe recently spoke to proposals of hydrogen combustion cars by rivals like Toyota, stating his company studied hydrogen’s potential ten years ago. Mibe went on to say that unlike Toyota, Honda doesn’t see hydrogen combustion as feasible for cars. That doesn’t mean the Japanese automaker is abandoning the chemical element, however. Both… Continue reading Honda CEO says Toyota’s strategy to pursue hydrogen cars ‘doesn’t seem feasible’
Van, Go: Pony.ai Unveils Next-Gen Robotaxi Fleet Built on NVIDIA DRIVE Orin
Robotaxis are on their way to delivering safer transportation, driving across various landscapes and through starry nights. This week, Silicon Valley-based self-driving startup Pony.ai announced its next-generation autonomous computing platform, built on NVIDIA DRIVE Orin for high-performance and scalable compute. The centralized system will serve as the brain for a robotaxi fleet of Toyota Sienna… Continue reading Van, Go: Pony.ai Unveils Next-Gen Robotaxi Fleet Built on NVIDIA DRIVE Orin
Toyota to curb more production in Japan as COVID spreads
The Toyota logo is seen at its booth during a media day for the Auto Shanghai show in Shanghai, China April 19, 2021. REUTERS/Aly Song TOKYO, Jan 20 (Reuters) – Toyota Motor Corp (7203.T) is slowing production at as many as 11 plants in Japan because of rising COVID-19 infections among its workers and those… Continue reading Toyota to curb more production in Japan as COVID spreads
Mapping the Future of Autonomous Vehicles Goes Right Through a SPAC
NetworkNewsWire Editorial Coverage NEW YORK, Jan. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Mainstream fully autonomous vehicles are not an if, they are a when. The bigger question is what it is going to take from a technical end to get self-driving cars and trucks safely maneuvering along every side street and highway. As one can imagine, the… Continue reading Mapping the Future of Autonomous Vehicles Goes Right Through a SPAC
Mercedes-Benz acquires stake in lidar maker Luminar, will use its sensors for future autonomous vehicles
Mercedes-Benz announced it will integrate Luminar’s lidar sensors into future production vehicles to enable autonomous driving capabilities. The German automaker is also taking an equity stake in the Orlando, Florida-based company, acquiring a total of 1.5 million shares. Based on Luminar’s share price of $13.45 at market close January 19th, Mercedes-Benz is purchasing approximately $20.2… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz acquires stake in lidar maker Luminar, will use its sensors for future autonomous vehicles
Toyota brings Hilux to Indian market
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@Toyota: Toyota Gazoo Racing North America Expands Motorsports Footprint to NHRA
TGRNA Set to Support NHRA, Formula DRIFT and GT4 in 2022 PLANO, Texas (Jan. 19, 2022) – Toyota NHRA, Formula DRIFT and GT4 series drivers will compete under the Toyota Gazoo Racing North America (TGRNA) banner beginning with the 2022 racing season. TGRNA will serve as the North American arm for Toyota’s global motorsports division,… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota Gazoo Racing North America Expands Motorsports Footprint to NHRA
Toyota Gazoo Racing North America Expands Motorsports Footprint to NHRA
“The opportunity to introduce TGR North America to the NHRA community in 2022 and continue the support in Formula DRIFT and GT4 competition is a big moment for everyone involved in Toyota’s overall motorsports program,” said Paul Doleshal, group manager, Motorsports and Assets for Toyota Motor North America. “The ability to showcase the GR family… Continue reading Toyota Gazoo Racing North America Expands Motorsports Footprint to NHRA