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Toyota Chairman says full EV transition isn’t the answer, advocates for hybrids

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By: HT Auto Desk | Updated on: 25 Jan 2024, 09:35 AM Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda said electric vehicles will reach a maximum market share of 30% globally. Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda said electric vehicles will reach a maximum market share of 30% globally. “Engines will surely remain,” Toyoda reportedly stated.

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Hybrids vs EVs: where should government put its money

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Meanwhile, Toyota and Maruti Suzuki are of the view for more tax cuts on hybrids. --> In a recent letter to the government, Tata Motors has opposed the further tax cuts on hybrids. Meanwhile, Toyota and Maruti Suzuki are of the view for … In a recent letter to the government, Tata Motors has opposed the further tax cuts on hybrids.

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Toyota’s compact SUV gamble with the Taisor | Autocar Professional

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Despite the dynamic nature of India’s car market, Toyota has managed to orchestrate a remarkable turnaround; the automaker has emerged as a formidable contender after remaining a niche player for years, with their market share hovering a little over 2%. lakh ex-showroom for the Sigma (petrol) variant. But will the gamble pay off?

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Toyota provides some details on Yaris Hybrid-R 420hp powertrain; three 45 kW motors

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At the Frankfurt Motor Show, Toyota will showcase the Yaris Hybrid-R concept, created as a showcase of possible ideas for the development of hybrid technology for maximum performance and increased driving pleasure. Toyota has now provided a few additional details about the powertrain in advance of the show. Click to enlarge.

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Diesel market share in Europe drops below 50%; offset by increased gasoline engine sales; implications for climate targets

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of new car registrations in the first half of 2017, according to the European Association of Automobile Manufacturers (ACEA). Policy makers need to be aware that a sudden shift from diesel technology to petrol will lead to an increase in CO 2 emissions, given that the market penetration of alternative powertrains remains low.”

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Tata Altroz turns four years old, sells over 240,000 units since launch | Autocar Professional

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The Altroz is currently available in as many as 34 variants (22 petrol, 6 diesel and 6 petrol-CNG) with 1.2 turbo petrol and 1.5 petrol Revotron XE manual) through to Rs 12.60 litre petrol engine mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox. Of Tata’s cumulative PV sales of 1.56 diesel engines. XZ+O (S) CNG MT.

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Hybrid hype: types, tech, and the road ahead

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This system is found in Toyota’s Camry and Lexus hybrid cars. Series hybrid vehicles in India include the Honda City Hybrid , Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder , and Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara , among others. Plug-in hybrids are essentially a halfway point between full hybrid and fully electric automobiles.

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