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
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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
@Toyota: TMC Announces Changes to Executive Structure, Senior Professional/Senior Management Employees
Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announced today that it intends to implement changes to its executive structure, senior professional/senior management employees as described below effective January 1, 2022. Go to Source
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
@Toyota: Sales, Production, and Export Results for October 2021
Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announces its sales, production, and export results for October 2021 as well as the cumulative total from January to October 2021, including those for subsidiaries Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd. and Hino Motors, Ltd. Go to Source
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…
Nissan invests 15 billion euros over five years to accelerate the electrification of its cars
Posted on Nov 29, 2021, 6:49 AM After have rebalanced their accounts and regained some profitability , Nissan announced on Monday that it would deploy a vast investment plan to accelerate the electrification of its vehicles. “Now that Nissan is out of the crisis, the time has come to change gears,” repeated Makoto Uchida, the… Continue reading Nissan invests 15 billion euros over five years to accelerate the electrification of its cars