Tag: Toyota

Why Toyota is taking a stand against a 100% electric automobile

Posted on Dec. 2021 at 5:10 pm Updated on Dec 2 2021 at 17:16 The fight against CO2 emissions should not lead to only manufacturing 100% electric cars. This is the point of view that the leaders of Toyota Europe have laid out at length this week during their annual seminar with the press, a… Continue reading Why Toyota is taking a stand against a 100% electric automobile

New Lexus ROV is hydrogen-fuelled hint at future 4x4s

Lexus’s hydrogen-fuelled Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle (ROV) concept is designed to demonstrate that “exhilarating driving can co-exist with a carbon-free society”.  The UTV-style two-seater features exposed long-travel suspension, prominent mud-deflecting fenders, a full roll cage and chunky tyres – but Lexus maintains that it’s still “the kind of vehicle that people would expect from a luxury… Continue reading New Lexus ROV is hydrogen-fuelled hint at future 4x4s

Toyota to use solid-state batteries in hybrids before EVs

Toyota has hinted that it will deploy solid-state batteries in its hybrid vehicles before introducing the technology to EVs.  Hybrids will continue to play a core role in the company’s electrification strategy, and powertrain boss Thiebault Pâquet told Autocar the benefits of solid-state technology include quicker charging, quicker discharging and reduced heat generation.  “We can test and… Continue reading Toyota to use solid-state batteries in hybrids before EVs

Lexus showcases hydrogen-powered ROV concept

Luxury vehicle manufacturer Lexus has revealed a new ROV (recreational off-highway vehicle) Concept. The hydrogen-powered vehicle offers near-zero emissions driving combined with extreme off-road capability. The ROV design team has developed a vehicle that would look good in all kinds of natural environments. The car bears all the hallmarks of an off-road vehicle, with exposed… Continue reading Lexus showcases hydrogen-powered ROV concept

Toyota finally launches a 100% electric car, the bZ4x

Posted on Dec. 2021 at 3:00 p.m. Updated on Dec. 2 2021 at 15:07 It looked like an anomaly. Pioneer and undisputed champion of hybrid engines, Toyota had until now refrained from launching a 100% electric car in Europe , in reverse of the eagerness shown for two years by its competitors to occupy this… Continue reading Toyota finally launches a 100% electric car, the bZ4x

BMW combines M legacy and rockstar esthetic into a quick V8 hybrid SUV

BMW couldn’t mark the 50th anniversary of its high-performance M division with any ol’ concept vehicle. Instead, the German automaker tapped into a rock star aesthetic that would make David Lee Roth proud with a plug-in hybrid concept that merges V8 power with next level M design. The XM SUV plug-in hybrid concept — suitably… Continue reading BMW combines M legacy and rockstar esthetic into a quick V8 hybrid SUV

Nissan investing $17.6 billion in EV, battery development

Tokyo — Nissan said Monday it is investing $17.6 billion (2 trillion yen) over the next five years and developing a cheaper, more powerful battery to boost its electric vehicle lineup. The Japanese automaker’s chief executive, Makoto Uchida, said 15 new electric vehicles will be available by fiscal 2030. Nissan Motor Co. is aiming for a 50%… Continue reading Nissan investing $17.6 billion in EV, battery development

Autos & Transportation · 10:01 AM UTCNissan unveils $18 bln electrification push in bid to draw level with rivalsNissan Motor Co announced it will spe…

Spending compares to 1 trln Y over pvs decade on electrification To launch 23 electrified vehicles by 2030, including 15 EVs To introduce all solid-state batteries by March 2029 Shares end down 5.6%, underperforming rivals YOKOHAMA, Nov 29 (Reuters) – Nissan Motor Co (7201.T) announced it will spend 2 trillion yen ($17.59 billion) over five… Continue reading Autos & Transportation · 10:01 AM UTCNissan unveils $18 bln electrification push in bid to draw level with rivalsNissan Motor Co announced it will spe…