Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) has announced the renaming of its Research and Development office in California to the North American Hydrogen Headquarters (H2HQ). This change reflects Toyota’s ongoing commitment to hydrogen fuel cell technology and its applications across a range of products. The newly named H2HQ will focus on everything from research and development […]

Now that every automaker has committed to the SAE J3400 charging connector (also knows as the NACS or Tesla connector), Tesla CEO Elon Musk has terminated the executive in charge of the Supercharger business. Rebecca Tinucci has been terminated, according to Reuters, along with Daniel Ho, who is responsible for Tesla’s new vehicles program. Musk […]

Ford Pro has announced the opening of order banks for the enhanced-range version of the E-Transit, which is currently the best-selling electric van in the United States. The latest version of the E-Transit offers a 32% increase in range, allowing for up to 159 miles on a single charge. This improvement, along with faster charging […]

Polestar and StoreDot have recently completed a successful demonstration of StoreDot’s Extreme Fast Charging (XFC) technology in a vehicle, specifically a Polestar 5 prototype, marking the first application of this technology in a car. The demonstration showed that the prototype could be charged from 10% to 80% in just ten minutes, achieving charging rates from […]

Honda has announced the launch of a new electric vehicle (EV) series tailored for the Chinese market, named the 烨 (yè) Series, or Ye Series. The reveal includes the first look at the Ye P7 and Ye S7 models, along with a concept vehicle for future models, the Ye GT CONCEPT. These models were introduced […]

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. announced its plans to establish a comprehensive electric vehicle (EV) value chain in Canada with a projected investment of approximately CAD$15 billion (USD$11 billion), which includes contributions from joint venture partners. This investment aims to bolster Honda’s EV supply system and capabilities in anticipation of rising demand for EVs in North […]

At the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition (Auto China 2024), the luxury automotive brand Genesis introduced the redesigned Electrified G80 and three models from its Magma program, marking a significant update in its offerings, especially for the Chinese market. The event highlighted Genesis’s ongoing commitment to innovation and localization in China. The Electrified G80, a luxury […]

The new Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology introduces the first fully electric variant of the iconic G-Class, merging classic design elements with cutting-edge technology. The vehicle features a ladder frame construction modified to accommodate electric drive components, including four independently controlled electric motors positioned near the wheels, offering a combined output of 579 hp […]

Honda is gearing up to produce electric vehicles right in America’s heartland. Late last week, the Japanese automaker announced it’s creating a new EV Hub in Ohio, which will help train workers in the vagaries of electric vehicles, so they’ll be ready to build the company’s upcoming range of modern EVs. This new industrial center […]

Ford has announced the opening of online orders for its 2024 F-150 Lightning trucks, now available from the Rouge Electric Vehicle Center. The 2024 model introduces several technological enhancements, including a Vapor Injection Heat Pump System designed to optimize energy use in various weather conditions. This new system improves performance by adjusting to different ambient […]

WiTricity, a company based in Massachusetts, has announced its role as one of the founding members of the Japanese EV Wireless Power Transfer Council. This newly established council also includes notable organizations such as Daihen Corporation, Kansai Electric Power Co., Inc., Mitsubishi Research Institute, Ltd., and Sinanen Corporation. The aim of this initiative is to […]

The 2025 Toyota 4Runner introduces the i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain, marking a significant development in the vehicle’s performance capabilities. As part of Toyota’s latest generation of rugged off-road vehicles, the new 4Runner is built on the TNGA-F global truck platform, enhancing its strength, ride comfort, and handling. This model is constructed from the ground up, […]