Toyota will build a $1.29 billion electric vehicle battery factory in North Carolina

Toyota will build a $1.29 billion battery factory in North Carolina in an effort to bring some of its electric vehicle supply chain to the US. The news comes on the heels of Toyota’s announcement that it will invest around $13.6 billion in battery tech over the next decade, including a $9 billion investment in… Continue reading Toyota will build a $1.29 billion electric vehicle battery factory in North Carolina

Autos & Transportation · 7:28 PM UTCToyota to build $1.29 billion North Carolina battery plantToyota Motor Corp will build a new $1.29 billion plant i…

WASHINGTON, Dec 6 (Reuters) – Toyota Motor Corp (7203.T) will build a new $1.29 billion plant in North Carolina to build batteries for electric vehicles, the state’s governor and the automaker said Monday. North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper made the announcement at an event Monday. The largest Japanese automaker confirmed it will locate the plant… Continue reading Autos & Transportation · 7:28 PM UTCToyota to build $1.29 billion North Carolina battery plantToyota Motor Corp will build a new $1.29 billion plant i…

@Toyota: Toyota Selects North Carolina Greensboro-Randolph Site for New U.S. Automotive Battery Plant

Plant is first to produce automotive batteries for Toyota in North America, enough battery packs for 1.2 million electrified vehicles per year LIBERTY, N.C. (Dec. 6, 2021) – Today, Governor Roy Cooper of North Carolina and Mayor Filmore York of Liberty, North Carolina, joined Toyota Motor North America’s leaders to announce Greensboro-Randolph Megasite has been… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota Selects North Carolina Greensboro-Randolph Site for New U.S. Automotive Battery Plant

Four wheels and a smartphone: the future of urban mobility?

Downsizing is a major trend having an impact on many aspects of our lives. But is it also an urban mobility solution for expanding, highly populous cities? As populations increasingly migrate to cities, leading to oversubscribed public transportation and greater congestion, something’s got to give. Thankfully, innovative urban mobility solutions are being developed, with new… Continue reading Four wheels and a smartphone: the future of urban mobility?

Exclusive-SEC probes Tesla over whistleblower claims on solar panel defects

SAN FRANCISCO, Dec 6 (Reuters) – The U.S. securities regulator has opened an investigation into Tesla Inc (TSLA.O) over a whistleblower complaint that the company failed to properly notify its shareholders and the public of fire risks associated with solar panel system defects over several years, according to a letter from the agency. The probe… Continue reading Exclusive-SEC probes Tesla over whistleblower claims on solar panel defects

DENSO Announces Organizational Changes in Pursuit of Green, Peace of Mind Causes

Changes are underlined Title  Name  New  Current  Representative Member of the Board, CEO Koji Arima  – – Representative Member of the Board, Executive Vice President Yukihiro Shinohara  CCRO, CQO, Environment Neutral Systems Development Div. CCRO, CQO, Head of Safety,  Quality & Environment Center, Environment Neutral Systems Development Div., FC System Business Development Div., CV&OH Div.… Continue reading DENSO Announces Organizational Changes in Pursuit of Green, Peace of Mind Causes

Toyota commits to 100% zero-emission sales in Europe by 2035, because it essentially has to

During a recent media event in Brussels, Toyota Europe outlined a plan for a 100% CO2 reduction in all-new vehicle sales in the market by 2035. This “goal” will be preceded by a sales mix of at least 50% zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) in Western Europe by 2030. On a broader scale, Toyota Motor Corporation continues… Continue reading Toyota commits to 100% zero-emission sales in Europe by 2035, because it essentially has to

@Toyota: All-New 2022 Tundra Roars to Life at Toyota Texas

Automaker rolls all-new Tundra off the line and readies for first-ever Tundra hybrid; celebrates with $650,000 in donations to community partners SAN ANTONIO, Texas (Dec. 3, 2021) – Texas pride is shining bright in San Antonio as production of the all-new 2022 Toyota Tundra shifts into drive at Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Texas (TMMTX). Together with its 3,200 employees… Continue reading @Toyota: All-New 2022 Tundra Roars to Life at Toyota Texas