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…

The U.S. Department of Energy‘s Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office (HFTO) announced the hydrogen-powered H2Rescue truck set a world record by traveling 1,806 miles on a single hydrogen fill. H2Rescue truck Record-Setting Journey The hydrogen-powered truck completed its journey in California, validated by a Guinness World Records adjudicator. It used a Cummins Accelera fuel…

Massimo Group introduced its new MVR HVAC Golf Cart and MVR HVAC Utility Carts. These are the latest MVR electric carts. They feature enclosed cabs with heating and air conditioning for year-round comfort. Future models will have updated styling and technology. MVR HVAC: Comfort for Recreation and Work The MVR HVAC model is ideal for…

The 3rd Generation Karma Revero, featuring Karma Revero EREV technology, is now available in the U.S. and Europe. Karma Revero EREV technology offers flexibility, letting drivers switch between gasoline and electric power for added convenience. Pricing and Limited Models The Karma Revero starts at $123,100 in the U.S. and €174,463 in Europe. Only 160 units…

Stellantis will adjust the launch timing of its range-extended Ram 1500 Ramcharger. The adjusted date is now ahead of the Ram 1500 REV, the company’s first battery-electric light-duty pickup truck. Earlier, the Ram brand initially planned to launch the Ram 1500 REV in the first half of 2025. …

Jeep is launching a campaign for the new Jeep Wagoneer S, the first global BEV from the brand. It will debut in the U.S. The campaign, “Beautiful Things Can Still Get Dirty,” premiered on Netflix’s Christmas Day football games. A 30-second version will also air on TV, Jeep’s social media, and YouTube. …

IDTechEx reports that the electric vehicle (EV) market encountered difficulties in 2024, especially in Europe. After years of growth, the sector faces challenges such as weakened demand, trade tariffs, and regulatory uncertainty. However, not all electric vehicles face the same issues. While battery electric vehicles (BEVs) have struggled in key markets, PHEV growth in 2024…

Portable sanitary facilities company Diamond Environmental hosted an electric truck showcase event on Dec. 12. The event took place at its San Marcos dispatch facility. The event featured four new Class 4-5 medium-duty, battery-electric RIZON trucks, engineered by Daimler Truck. The trucks were funded through the Short-Haul Zero-Emission Truck Pilot Project. The project is administered…

Mack Trucks announced the addition of 12 new Certified Electric Vehicle (EV) dealer locations, bringing its total to 65 EV-certified locations in North America. The company now has certified EV dealer locations in 29 states and four Canadian provinces, marking a 23% increase in certified locations since May. This certification allows dealerships to provide sales…

David Sickels is the Editor of The Buzz. He has a history of working in the media, marketing and automotive industries in both print and online. Published: December 13, 2024 Mercedes-Benz is researching a new type of solar module that could be seamlessly applied to the bodywork of electric vehicles – similar to a…