DENSO Launches Redesigned Automatic Data Capture Website

LONG BEACH, Calif., Dec. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — DENSO ADC, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of mobile data capture systems, has launched a new version of its website featuring DENSO’s QR Code® technology products, scanners, terminals and software at https://www.denso-adc.com. DENSO ADC is the Americas’ sales arm of DENSO Wave Inc., inventor of the Secure QR… Continue reading DENSO Launches Redesigned Automatic Data Capture Website

China search giant Baidu considers making own electric vehicles: sources

BEIJING: China’s Baidu Inc is considering making its own electric vehicles and has held talks with automakers about the possibility, said three people with knowledge of the matter, the latest move in a race among tech firms to develop smart cars. The search engine leader, which also develops autonomous driving technology and internet connectivity infrastructure,… Continue reading China search giant Baidu considers making own electric vehicles: sources

@Toyota: Stuart Sanders Appointed Director, Communications and Product, at Toyota (GB) PLC

Toyota (GB) PLC is pleased to announce the appointment of Stuart Sanders as Director, Communications and Product. He takes up the role on 1 January 2021, succeeding Andrew Cullis, who has moved to a new position at Toyota Motor Europe. Sanders has the distinction of having been a member of the Toyota (GB) team since… Continue reading @Toyota: Stuart Sanders Appointed Director, Communications and Product, at Toyota (GB) PLC

Elon Musk’s move to Texas is a publicity stunt that reveals how Tesla is maturing as an automaker (TSLA)

Although Tesla is currently the most valuable automaker on the planet, it isn’t doing everything right. Its flagship factory has always been an anomaly, for example. Located in Fremont, CA, the plant has been an economic boon for the San Francisco Bay area, but for the US auto industry, it’s borderline off the grid. So… Continue reading Elon Musk’s move to Texas is a publicity stunt that reveals how Tesla is maturing as an automaker (TSLA)

@Toyota: Toyota Moves Closer to Zero Emission Heavy-duty Fuel Cell Electric Truck Production

Toyota’s next generation fuel cell electric technology is powering a new fleet of heavy-duty trucks. The pre-production prototypes use the same fuel cell system as the forthcoming new Toyota Mirai saloon and are being prepared for testing on short-distance freight haulage (drayage) routes in the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach in California. The… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota Moves Closer to Zero Emission Heavy-duty Fuel Cell Electric Truck Production

Toyota Making Electric Car With “Game-Changing” Solid State Battery

Solid State Japanese carmaker Toyota is set to unveil what the media is calling a “game-changing” solid state battery as soon as next year, Japanese financial newspaper Nikkei reports. Such tech could allow electric cars of the future to drive over 300 miles on one charge and completely recharge in just ten minutes. Toyota, currently… Continue reading Toyota Making Electric Car With “Game-Changing” Solid State Battery

Tesla Third-Quarter Auto Sales Surge

When the coronavirus pandemic forced businesses to close this spring, the auto industry was hit particularly hard. North American auto plants that typically churn out more than a million cars a month produced fewer than 5,000 in April. While airlines and other industries continue to struggle, automakers are now enjoying a clear upswing. Last month,… Continue reading Tesla Third-Quarter Auto Sales Surge

@Toyota: First Heavy Duty Fuel Cell Electric Trucks Set for Delivery to Pilot Program Customers at Ports of L.A. and Long Beach

TMNA R&D Toyota Motor North America Research & Development (TMNA R&D) aims to redefine next-generation vehicles to more than simply a form of transportation.  Since 2003, Toyota has been awarded more patents than any other automaker, including autonomous vehicle patents (more than 1,400). Centered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Toyota TMNA R&D puts the brightest thinkers… Continue reading @Toyota: First Heavy Duty Fuel Cell Electric Trucks Set for Delivery to Pilot Program Customers at Ports of L.A. and Long Beach