Nearly a decade ago, Toyota Motor Corp. dethroned General Motors Co. as the world’s largest car company, leaving some GM executives wringing their hands. Mary Barra wasn’t among them. When she took the CEO job in early 2014, she inherited a company that for decades was so large and unwieldy executives sometimes didn’t know whether… Continue reading The Incredible Shrinking GM: Mary Barra Bets That Smaller Is Better – The Wall Street Journal
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As Ford pays owners thousands in Focus, Fiesta transmission case, deadline for payout looms
Ford Focus and Fiesta owners say the money is flowing. And for others who have struggled with defective transmissions, deadlines are fast approaching to apply for financial relief. More than 2 million consumers who may qualify for compensation ranging from a $20 inconvenience payment to a total buyback that may exceed $20,000 received postcards in April alerting them… Continue reading As Ford pays owners thousands in Focus, Fiesta transmission case, deadline for payout looms
Suzuki launches new Swace estate in Europe
Suzuki Motor Corp has launched the new Swace, an estate car and the second vehicle to be supplied to Suzuki by Toyota Motor Corporation under a collaborative business agreement between the two companies. Sales are set to start in Europe later this year. Designed with a low centre of gravity, the Swace has a wide stance… Continue reading Suzuki launches new Swace estate in Europe
Kia launches Sonet, starting at Rs 671,000
Kia Sonet, the much-awaited compact crossover from the Korean car manufacturer has been launched in India, starting at an introductory price tag of Rs 671,000, ex-showroom. The crossover comes in six trim levels, spread across Tech Line and GT Line variants, and while the diesel trims are priced between Rs 805,000 to Rs 1,199,000, ex-showroom,… Continue reading Kia launches Sonet, starting at Rs 671,000
@Toyota: Denyo and Toyota Jointly Develop and Start Verification Tests for Fuel Cell Power Supply Vehicle that Uses Hydrogen to Generate Electricity
Many of the current generation of power supply vehicles use diesel engines to provide power to the vehicle on the road and when generating electricity. Using fossil fuels as energy, they emit substances of environmental concern when driving and generating electricity, including the greenhouse gases, carbon dioxide (CO2) and nitrogen oxide (NOx). Fuel cell power… Continue reading @Toyota: Denyo and Toyota Jointly Develop and Start Verification Tests for Fuel Cell Power Supply Vehicle that Uses Hydrogen to Generate Electricity
@Toyota: Toyota and Denyo Develop a Fuel Cell Power Supply Vehicle that Generates Electricity from Hydrogen
Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) and Denyo Co. Ltd. (Denyo) have jointly developed a fuel cell power supply vehicle that generates electricity from hydrogen. The electrified vehicle can deliver electricity when and where it’s needed, for a range of scenarios, including disaster-stricken areas without power, and entertainment venues such as outdoor concerts. The zero-emission vehicle will… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota and Denyo Develop a Fuel Cell Power Supply Vehicle that Generates Electricity from Hydrogen
Amazon buying Aurora could be the next big move in the self-driving-car industry’s wave of consolidation, an expert says (AMZN, UBER)
The autonomous-vehicle industry has seen a number of big investments, partnerships, and acquisitions in recent years. Aurora Innovation and Uber ATG are the firms most likely to be bought next, according to analyst Sam Abuelsamid. Amazon could use Aurora’s tech to build self-driving heavy-duty trucks, while Toyota could add Uber ATG to its research division,… Continue reading Amazon buying Aurora could be the next big move in the self-driving-car industry’s wave of consolidation, an expert says (AMZN, UBER)
GM’s Barra talks flying cars and transforming the automaker
The idea of flying cars is back on the table at General Motors in its pursuit of zero crashes, zero emissions and zero congestion. The automaker is considering options in the aerial taxi market. Yeah, that’s right, flying cars. Those options could include making the air taxis or partnering with another firm to make them, a spokesman for GM confirmed. … Continue reading GM’s Barra talks flying cars and transforming the automaker
@Toyota: Join Our Portfolio Company May Mobility in Developing Autonomous Shuttles
Photo courtesy of May Mobility Based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, our portfolio company May Mobility is transforming transportation by developing and deploying autonomous shuttles that get people where they need to go, safely and easily. Led by CEO and co-founder Edwin Olson, May Mobility’s self-driving shuttle service is currently operating in Grand Rapids, Michigan. May Mobility… Continue reading @Toyota: Join Our Portfolio Company May Mobility in Developing Autonomous Shuttles
@Toyota: Toyota to Launch New Companies for Marketing and for Creating Mobility Businesses
Toyota City, Japan, September 16, 2020―Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota), Dentsu Group Inc. (Dentsu Group), and Dentsu Inc. (Dentsu), together with Toyota subsidiary Delphys Inc. (Delphys), announced today their intention to launch a new business structure, effective from January 2021 (scheduled), for innovating marketing and creating mobility businesses. Due to the rapid proliferation in recent years… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota to Launch New Companies for Marketing and for Creating Mobility Businesses