The automotive industry faces evolving mobility trends, shifting preferences, and diverse ownership models. Deloitte‘s “2025 Global Automotive Consumer Study” explores consumer trends impacting electrification, brand loyalty, connectivity, hybrid vehicle interest and mobility-as-a-service (MaaS). Hybrid Vehicle Interest Consumers increasingly choose hybrid vehicles to reduce fuel costs and emissions.…

Published: January 20, 2025 The California Air Resources Board (CARB) withdrew requests for approval of the Advanced Clean Fleets (ACF) rule, part of CARB emissions regulations. The proposal would have implemented stringent emissions requirements for heavy-duty diesel trucks and buses. Though it approves similar legislation for cars, the EPA had yet to grant a…

HORSE has commenced production of its eMotor at its Aveiro facility in Portugal. The new radial flux eMotor is designed to enhance performance and efficiency for next-generation plug-in and hybrid vehicles, the company said. The eMotor will initially power hybrid powertrain architectures using HORSE’s HR12, HR16, and…

Thomas Built Buses has introduced its second-generation electric school bus, the Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley. This new model builds on the original 2017 launch. It was built by customer feedback and advanced technology to improve efficiency, performance, and serviceability. Accelera 14Xe eAxle Enhances Efficiency of Thomas Built Buses…

In 2024, zero-emissions trucks and charging solutions advanced with more sales, longer ranges, and better availability. Challenges remain in charging infrastructure, grid capacity, costs, and sustainability. IDTechEx‘s report, “Electric and Fuel Cell Trucks 2025-2045: Technologies, Markets, Forecasts,” explores the requirements for mass adoption. It includes over 80…

Segway launched its first two electric bikes, the Xyber and Xafari, at CES 2025. The company said it designed these e-bikes to combine technology with performance features. Xyber: Segway’s High-Performance Electric Bike Segway designed the Xyber for riders seeking electrified exploration. This bike features a 6,000-watt direct-drive…

Published: January 7, 2025 Toyota announced that Toyota Engineering & Manufacturing North America (TEMA), including Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) R&D, will receive $4.5 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Energy's Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E). The funding is part of the Catalyzing Innovative Research for Circular Use of Long-lived Advanced Rechargeables…

Published: January 7, 2025 Toyota announced that Toyota Engineering & Manufacturing North America (TEMA), including Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) R&D, will receive $4.5 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Energy's Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E). The funding is part of the Catalyzing Innovative Research for Circular Use of Long-lived Advanced Rechargeables…

Subaru of America announced the pricing for the 2025 Subaru Solterra all-electric SUV. The 2025 model introduces a new trim level and a lower starting price. The 2025 Subaru Solterra will start at $38,495 MSRP, $6,500 less than the 2024 model. This is before applicable federal, state, and local tax credits. The vehicle is expected…

Toyota announced that Toyota Engineering & Manufacturing North America (TEMA), including Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) R&D, will receive $4.5 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E). The funding is part of the Catalyzing Innovative Research for Circular Use of Long-lived Advanced Rechargeables (CIRCULAR) Program. This supports a…