Toyota introduced a fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV), the 2024 Toyota Mirai, which has an estimated range rating of 402 miles on the XLE grade. In essence, the Mirai is a “plug-less” electric vehicle. Instead of having to charge a battery in a BEV which can take several hours, the FCEV driver fills the tank…

Electric vehicles are getting popular, so you need to understand the inner workings of their cooling systems. Unlike traditional internal combustion engines, EVs rely on a complex cooling system to regulate the temperature of various components, such as the battery, motor, and power electronics. These systems play a…

Hyzon Motors (Hyzon), a global supplier of zero-emission heavy-duty fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), delivered four FCEVs to food distributor and supplier Performance Food Group (PFG) in a joint ceremony. The event, held at PFG’s Vistar facility in Fontana, CA, was attended by local government leaders, company leaders and PFG associates, and showcased the new…

Canoo announced the U.S. Postal Service will purchase six battery-electric Canoo vehicles. The Postal Service will take delivery of these six right-hand drive versions of the LDV 190 in Q1 2024. This electrification effort is part of the USPS’s $40 billion investment strategy to upgrade and improve the organization’s processing, transportation and delivery networks, it…

Milwaukee Tool introduced its new M12 Auto Technician Borescope. The M12 Auto Technician Borescope enables users to diagnose hairline cracks with high-definition front and side cameras and a 4.3-inch display that provides enhanced application viewing, according to Milwaukee Tool. With its 4-level zoom capabilities, users can zero in on points of interest. Featuring five-millimeter access,…

Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Corporation unveiled Active Air Skirt (AAS) technology that minimizes the aerodynamic resistance generated during high-speed driving, effectively improving the driving range and stability of EVs, the companies said. AAS is a technology that controls the flow of air entering through the lower part of the bumper and effectively controls the…

As the nation works tirelessly to bring about a mass transition from traditional, combustion engine cars to electric vehicles (EVs), battery development is going to need to advance quite quickly to meet demand. As of now, the United States is far behind other countries in battery development. …

Toyota recently introduced the 2024 bZ4X, a battery electric vehicle (BEV) available in XLE and Limited grades. Its SUV package comes in a choice of front or all-wheel drive, has seating for up to five, rear cargo space and premium touches throughout, the manufacturer said. A dual–voltage charging cable capable of Level 1 and Level…

Last year, Honda said sales of its electrified models grew more than three-fold to set an all-time sales record with CR-V and Accord hybrid trims combining for 293,640 units – representing over one-quarter of total Honda brand sales. Cumulative sales of Honda electrified vehicles now top the one million mark, as Honda prepares to begin…

Mustang Advanced Engineering (MAE) developed a research and development test stand for Magna International. Magna approached MAE about developing a testing system for its recently developed autonomous three-wheeled delivery vehicle. With the 100% electric, robotic vehicle, Magna said it has the goal of reducing last-mile delivery costs and carbon emissions in urban environments. Traveling at…