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2017 Chrysler Pacifica wins Altair Enlighten Award for weight reduction in full vehicle category; Toyota, Faurecia and AP&T module, technology winners

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Toyota’s carbon fiber closure panels for the 2017 Prius Prime and Lexus LC500 ( earlier post ), and Faurecia’s Adaptive Valve for exhaust systems employed on the 2017 Chevrolet Silverado took the top honors for the module category. 2017 Chrysler Pacifica. pounds (12 kilograms). Enabling Technology category.

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GM reports strong Q1 Earnings, prepares to navigate semiconductor shortage

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We introduced BrightDrop, a business created to help commercial delivery fleets maximize productivity, improve safety and reduce their carbon footprint. brand, and one for the Acura brand. We continue to expand the availability and capabilities of Super Cruise, the industry’s first true hands-free driver-assistance system.

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News: 2024 Acura ZDX A-Spec and ZDX Type S EV

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News: 2024 Acura ZDX A-Spec and ZDX Type S EV Gets Pebble Beach Debut at the Monterey Car Week One year ago Acura teased its first electric vehicle ; this week it rolled-out the production intent version of that vehicle—the 2024 ZDX EV. It will be part of 30 Honda/Acura EVs hitting the market worldwide.

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2025-2035: Rewriting The Automotive History

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Ford is investing $22 billion in battery electric vehicles through 2025 and wants to be carbon neutral by 2050, but hybrids with gas engines will continue to play a role. GM plans to be carbon neutral by 2040, 5. Toyota’s pickup trucks will be electrified as well, with Toyota aiming to be carbon neutral by 2050.