article thumbnail

Toyota to launch two new plug-in hybrid models in China; Corolla and Levin

Green Car Congress

On the eve of the 2016 Beijing International Automobile Exhibition, Toyota announced that it will launch plug-in hybrid versions of the Corolla and Levin—two mass-market models, both of which have conventional hybrid variants—in China during 2018. Click to enlarge. and Sinogy Toyota Automotive Energy System Co.,

Plug-in 150
article thumbnail

GAC Group begins construction of $6.5B industrial park for electric and intelligent vehicles

Green Car Congress

The planning and construction of this industrial park is a concrete step to implement the Chinese government’s green development goals for Guangdong and the national ‘Made in China 2025’ strategy. The move will help promote the development of the automobile industry and drive economic growth.

article thumbnail

China publishes plan to boost fuel-efficient and new energy vehicles and domestic auto industry; targeting 500K PHEVs and EVs in 2015, rising to 2M by 2020

Green Car Congress

China’s State Council has published a plan to develop the domestic energy-saving and new energy vehicle industry, which includes battery-electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid vehicles and fuel cell vehicles. 2012 Chinese Auto Industry Development Report. —Energy-saving and new energy vehicle plan.

article thumbnail

Toyota keeps world’s top-selling automaker crown in 2023, sells 1.12 crore cars

Baua Electric

With this, the auto manufacturer became the world’s top car manufacturer for a fourth consecutive year. The Japanese automobile giant’s global sales, including those of its subsidiaries Daihatsu and Hino, increased by 7.2 crore units last year, as compared to 2023, claimed the auto company. lakh units. per cent to 1.12

Toyota 52
article thumbnail

Europe’s biggest EV market is about to hit a perfect storm of problems

Baua Electric

Germany is Europe’s biggest auto market, and it’s been one of the main drivers of EV growth. Germany’s VDA, an interest group for the country’s automobile industry, says that battery-powered vehicles are likely to see a decline from 524,000 units last year – more than any other European market – to 451,000 units this year.

Market 52
article thumbnail

Use of onboard chargers in EVs: Enhancing consumer experience | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

Moreover, EVs offer accessibility by allowing users to plug into any standard outlet for charging. The familiarity of plugging in, akin to charging other electronic devices, renders the process intuitive for most users. Dinesh Arjun is the CEO and Co-founder of Raptee Energy.

Grid 40
article thumbnail

Use of onboarding chargers in EVs: Enhancing consumer experience | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

Moreover, EVs offer accessibility by allowing users to plug into any standard outlet for charging. The familiarity of plugging in, akin to charging other electronic devices, renders the process intuitive for most users. Dinesh Arjun is the CEO and Co-founder of Raptee Energy.

Grid 40