A new lithium-manganese semi-solid-state battery promises more than 600 miles of CLTC range. Chinese automaker FAW claims to have installed the battery in a production vehicle already. Still, the cost and launch timeline remain unclear. Even though traditional lithium-ion batteries are firmly in the lead as the default power source for electric vehicles, alternative chemistries … Continue reading “How Does This Chinese EV Offer 620 Miles Of Range? The Secret Is A New Battery Chemistry”
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Ford’s future hybrids may use batteries from Chinese behemoth BYD. The automaker is reportedly planning to import BYD batteries for its models made overseas. In the U.S., Ford’s EV plans took a step back last year after the end of the tax credits. Ford wants to strengthen its hybrid lineup in the U.S. and overseas … Continue reading “Ford Hybrids May Use Cutting-Edge Batteries From China's BYD: Report”
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There’s no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to batteries, especially those used in automotive applications. For electric vehicles, automakers use different chemistries, cell formats and pack designs based on trade-offs around cost, range and performance—much like how engines range from small naturally aspirated four pots to turbocharged V8s. But if you’re a casual EV enthusiast … Continue reading “All Major EV Battery Chemistries, Explained”
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Toyota has priority to receive the all-important cathode material for solid-state batteries from a supplier starting in 2028. It already has a deal with another company for the solid electrolyte, the other key component for a solid-state battery. Toyota says its first solid-state-powered EVs could hit the market as early as 2027. Solid-state batteries promise … Continue reading “Toyota Just Struck A Key Deal To Make Solid-State Batteries”
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ACME stock soars on today’s cartoonishly silly episode of Quick Charge, we watch Tesla Autopilot crash into a wall with a painting on it, make the Elon stans look silly when they point out shady behavior from their fearless leader, and toss out the notion that some franchise dealers might help the troubled EV brand … Continue reading “Cartoonish Tesla crashes, Toyota battery deals, and new Chinese hotness”
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Toyota’s first electric SUV is getting a major overhaul. The new bZ4X now has a bigger battery for more range, faster charging, dedicated EV features, a stylish facelift, and much more. Here’s our first look at the new Toyota bZ4X. Toyota unveils new bZ4X with significant improvements The bZ4X launched in 2022 as Toyota’s first … Continue reading “Toyota just gave the bZ4X the glow-up it deserves: Check out the new electric SUV”
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While Toyota says it’s committed to a future with many different efficient powertrains, the world’s largest automaker has long been accused of not taking the electric vehicle revolution seriously. The ultimate proof may be the Toyota bZ4X. While others are racing ahead with more range, better tech, EV-specific software and faster charging times, Toyota’s original … Continue reading “The Toyota bZ4X Just Got Way, Way Better. Here's What's New”
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Toyota Battery Manufacturing North Carolina (TBMNC), Toyota’s first in-house battery manufacturing plant outside Japan, will start shipping batteries for North American EVs in April. The nearly $14-billion battery facility, Toyota’s 11th manufacturing plant in the US, will produce batteries for hybrid vehicles and EVs. The new plant is part of the company’s strategy to invest … Continue reading “Toyota starts battery production at new North Carolina automotive battery plant”
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More than 50% of U.S. sales in 2025 are likely to be “electrified” (hybrids, PHEVs, and EVs) Same exec previously suggested 2025 sales topping 50% from hybrids alone North Caroline battery sourcing may help in the electrified push While it’s still struggling with sales of all-electric vehicles, Toyota has seen substantial growth in hybrids and … Continue reading “Toyota expects half its new car sales to be electrified in 2025”
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Sixth Generation Brings New Styling, Hybrid, Same Off-Road DNA Clean Fleet Report is a big fan of adding a hybrid option to any existing gasoline-powered vehicle, so the 2025 Toyota 4Runner Hybrid is welcome news. Consumers have the choice of gas-only or gas-electric hybrid powertrain, rear-wheel (RWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), and part-time or full-time … Continue reading “Flash Drive: 2025 Toyota 4Runner”