Toyota is exploring a new mobility flightpath through collaboration with Joby Aviation, an aerospace company developing and commercialising an all-electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The new machine has been designed to enable fast, quiet and affordable air transportation services. The collaboration reflects Toyota’s recognition of the long-term potential of the urban air mobility… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota Flies to New Heights with Investment in Joby Aviation
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Subaru Chooses TomTom Navigation for All-New US Vehicles
Amsterdam, The Netherlands, January 16, 2020 TomTom (TOM2), the location technology specialist, has been chosen by Subaru to be the maps and navigation supplier for its all-new 2020 Subaru Outback and Legacy models. TomTom is supplying Subaru’s all-new infotainment platform with TomTom Maps, as well as navigation software and a new navigation user interface, allowing… Continue reading Subaru Chooses TomTom Navigation for All-New US Vehicles
@Toyota: Toyota Releases 2019 North American Environmental Report
PLANO, Texas (Jan. 14, 2020) – Toyota is committed to supporting and fostering a more inclusive and sustainable society. To achieve that goal, the Toyota Environmental Challenge 2050 was developed to address major environmental issues facing the global community, such as climate change, water scarcity, resource depletion and habitat loss. Based on materiality analysis, Toyota has identified… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota Releases 2019 North American Environmental Report
@Toyota: Toyota is conducting a safety recall involving certain Toyota and Lexus vehicles
PLANO, Texas (January 13, 2020) – Toyota is conducting a safety recall involving certain 2018-2019 Model Year Lexus LS 500, LC 500, RC 350, RC 300, GS 350, IS 300, ES 350, LX 570, GX 460, and RX 350; certain 2019 Model Year Lexus NX 300, RX 350L, and GS 300; certain 2018-2019 Model Year Toyota… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota is conducting a safety recall involving certain Toyota and Lexus vehicles
@Toyota: Toyota Announces New Compact SUV for its European Line-Up
New and distinctive B-segment SUV with compact, dynamic design and individual personality Based on the flexible Toyota New Global Architecture GA-B platform New model to be built alongside the Toyota Yaris at Toyota Motor Manufacturing France Toyota today announced plans to introduce a brand new model to its European line-up, a small SUV based on… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota Announces New Compact SUV for its European Line-Up
@Toyota: Toyota Looks Ahead to New Products and Services for 2020 and Beyond
A series of future Toyota products and services are making their European debut this week at Kenshiki, a forum event the company is hosting for European media in Amsterdam. The showcase (kenshiki is a Japanese word for insight) provides a first look at a series of new models due for launch in the coming year.… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota Looks Ahead to New Products and Services for 2020 and Beyond
@Toyota: Toyota Launches Kinto, a Single Brand for Mobility Services in Europe
Kinto is part of Toyota’s strategy for growth from car-maker to mobility company Kinto will provide mobility services to cities, corporate customers and individuals Brand aims to be inclusive and trustworthy, simple and effortless, and sustainable Toyota today announced the launch of Kinto, a new brand dedicated to offering mobility services to users across Europe.… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota Launches Kinto, a Single Brand for Mobility Services in Europe
India Deal Monitor: Shuttl raises $8m from SIG Global and more updates
Premium Gurugram-based app-based bus aggregator Shuttl has raised about $8 million (Rs 57 crore) in its Series C funding round from SIG Global India Fund LLP. Per the company’s filings with the Registrar of Companies (RoC) sourced by paper.vc, Delaware-based SIG Global Fund has been issued 19,341 Series C compulsorily convertible cumulative preference (CCPS) in… Continue reading India Deal Monitor: Shuttl raises $8m from SIG Global and more updates
Press Releases – Getting to the Green Deal: Don’t rule out alternative fuels with a track record of success
Brussels, 14 January 2020 – Vehicle manufacturers and fuel coalition call for consistency in defining alternative fuels that will drive the energy transition. The EU’s long-term energy transition goals depend not just on developing new technologies but also on alternative-fuel solutions that already reduce harmful emissions. As the EU reframes important environment and energy legislation… Continue reading Press Releases – Getting to the Green Deal: Don’t rule out alternative fuels with a track record of success
PA Consulting’s Analysis Shows Top Car Makers Will Face €14.5bn Fines for Missing the EU’s CO2 Emissions Targets
After four years of steady progress, PA’s research has revealed a step backwards. Emissions have increased across the board, mainly due to customers buying SUVs, strong demand for high-powered and heavier cars, lack of low-emission options in showrooms, and shifting preference for petrol cars after the diesel scandal. Some car makers will see penalties high… Continue reading PA Consulting’s Analysis Shows Top Car Makers Will Face €14.5bn Fines for Missing the EU’s CO2 Emissions Targets