The winner of the three-year Mobility Unlimited Challenge has now been announced with Phoenix Instinct from the UK receiving $1 million to further develop their intelligent ultra-light carbon fiber wheelchair, bring it to market, and ultimately, transform millions of lives in the disability community for the greater good. Go to Source
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Aurora sends offers to majority of Uber ATG employees, but not the R&D lab
Autonomous vehicle company Aurora Innovation sent offers Thursday to more than 75% of employees at Uber Advanced Technologies Group, just a week after announcing plans to acquire the self-driving subsidiary, according to a source familiar with the post-merger integration plans. Uber ATG Toronto, which employs about 50 people where the subsidiary conducted its research and… Continue reading Aurora sends offers to majority of Uber ATG employees, but not the R&D lab
Report: Toyota CEO claims EVs worsen CO2 emissions, pushes back on proposed ICE bans
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@Toyota: Toyota & Lexus Ahead of Schedule When It Comes to Delivering Latest Safety Technology
We’ve all had close calls behind the wheel. Maybe another driver was to blame, or something distracted you at the wrong time. It happens to almost every driver at one time or another, and it’s why Toyota has made its industry leading accident avoidance technology standard equipment on almost all its vehicles. Since being announced… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota & Lexus Ahead of Schedule When It Comes to Delivering Latest Safety Technology
@Toyota: UK Company Wins $1 Million in Toyota Mobility Unlimited Challenge with new Intelligent Wheelchair
Toyota Mobility Foundation, in partnership with Nesta Challenges, announces winner of $4 million global Mobility Unlimited Challenge in virtual event Phoenix Instinct from the UK wins $1 million prize to help bring its Phoenix i wheelchair to market Winner’s announcement is the culmination of the three-year Mobility Unlimited Challenge which saw innovators from around the… Continue reading @Toyota: UK Company Wins $1 Million in Toyota Mobility Unlimited Challenge with new Intelligent Wheelchair
@Toyota: Toyota Motor Europe Strengthens Strategic Alliance with CaetanoBus and Finlog in Fuel Cell Bus Business
Toyota Caetano Portugal (TCAP) has become the direct shareholder of two Portuguese companies to accelerate the spread of hydrogen mobility: bus manufacturing and sales company CaetanoBus, and Finlog, a passenger car financial services company. The announcement of transport de-carbonisation policies by more European countries and cities is expected to lead to the rapid electrification of… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota Motor Europe Strengthens Strategic Alliance with CaetanoBus and Finlog in Fuel Cell Bus Business
Chipmaker Renesas extends China reach with FAW research lab
TOKYO — Japanese chipmaker Renesas Electronics has established a joint research center in China with local automaker FAW Group to develop technologies for electric and self-driving cars in the world’s biggest auto market. The partnership “will drive further development and innovation for China’s automotive industry,” Tomomitsu Maoka, chairman of Renesas Electronics China, said in a… Continue reading Chipmaker Renesas extends China reach with FAW research lab
@Toyota: Toyota Introduces Second-Generation Mirai Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle as Design and Technology Flagship Sedan
Striking, Elegant New Coupe Design on Premium RWD Platform Upgraded FCEV Powertrain with Enhanced Performance 30-Percent Increase in Range up to 402 Miles on XLE Grade More Luxury, Safety and Tech Features Up to $15,000 of Hydrogen Fuel Included with Mirai Purchase or Lease Starting MSRP of $49,500; More Than $9,000 Less Than Outgoing Model… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota Introduces Second-Generation Mirai Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle as Design and Technology Flagship Sedan
Working with comma: A Guide for Car Companies
After Consumer Reports tested our product, we’ve seen a big uptick in reach outs from car companies. Some have understood us better than others. Our mission is to solve self driving cars while delivering shippable intermediaries, and we are very focused on this mission. By solve self driving cars, we mean develop software that’s capable of… Continue reading Working with comma: A Guide for Car Companies
@Toyota: Every Step Counts – Toyota Releases its 2020 North American Environmental Report
PLANO, Texas (December 15, 2020) – Toyota endeavors to help address major environmental issues facing the global community, such as climate change, water scarcity, resource depletion and habitat loss. To minimize environmental impact across its business and maximize positive outcomes, Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) has focused its 2020 environmental sustainability efforts on five key areas –carbon,… Continue reading @Toyota: Every Step Counts – Toyota Releases its 2020 North American Environmental Report