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Toyota CEO steps down, opening up possibility of new EV strategy

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Akio Toyoda’s goals within the auto industry were clear. spending spree to develop EV battery tech by 2030 Toyota’s new CEO, Koji Sato, who previously headed the Lexus brand , will be taking the reins, and he has already hinted at a change in direction. Toyota plans $13.6B The road ahead of Toyota is a difficult one.

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Nissan Leaf’s phaseout might be good for the Japanese automaker: Opinion

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According to Automotive News’ sources, Nissan plans to retire its all-electric Leaf model and replace it with a different battery electric vehicle to compete with the more tech-savvy EVs in the market. Phasing out the Nissan Leaf might be a good idea for the Japanese automaker. The Modern-Day EV.

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Tech: Autonomous Vehicles Are Going to Require a New Brain

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A new industry is forming, vehicles are being reimagined, and manufacturing lines will need to be equipped to be just as smart as these new vehicles to ensure profitability, efficiency and safety for the next generation of drivers. The post Tech: Autonomous Vehicles Are Going to Require a New Brain first appeared on Clean Fleet Report.

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Ohio State takes first place in DOE/GM EcoCAR 3 competition

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Teams spent the last four years (2014-2018) harnessing those ideas into the ultimate energy-efficient, high performance vehicle. Teams also spent several days presenting to judges and proving how they have developed into the next generation of engineers and business leaders who are prepared to enter the auto industry and related careers.

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How Self-Driving Cars Will Accelerate Electric Vehicle Adoption

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And while hybrid technology has taken off, drivers have been hesitant to accept fully battery-powered tech for a variety of reasons, including a lack of charging stations. Plus, battery costs are rapidly decreasing and the public is warming up to the idea of electric cars. But things are looking up for electric. The solution?

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Consumer Federation analysis of polling data and tech pricing finds consumer demands aligned with proposed MY 2017-2025 CAFE and GHG regulations for light-duty vehicles

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The CFA report examines historical and current day mileage and pricing data as well as new polling data to determine what consumers want and need, whether or not the auto industry can deliver on those needs, and whether or not fuel economy improvements will be cost prohibitive. Poll Results.

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KPMG study finds autonomous vehicles & mobility services could add one trillion more vehicle miles traveled annually by 2050

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According to KPMG’s Gary Silberg, National Automotive Leader for KPMG, the increasing desire for mobility options will present “huge opportunities for new entrants and business models in the auto industry.”. They’ve grown up not only tech savvy but instinctively trusting in technology. We grossly underestimated that trend.

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