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Toyota Manufacturing UK (TMUK) is heading a consortium to assess the viability of a lightweight battery electric vehicle (BEV) prototype that meets the L6e light quadricycle classification. The initiative has received financial backing from the UK government’s DRIVE35 program through the Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing zero-emission technologies and innovative mobility solutions. Toyota states that the feasibility study reflects its dedication to investigating next-generation mobility solutions, particularly as numerous European cities redesign their infrastructure to promote low-carbon transition. The initiative seeks to deepen insights into the changing needs of urban communities and support the transition…

Honda Motor has revealed an additional investment in Helm ai, a U.S.-based company specializing in autonomous driving software. While the exact amount has not been disclosed, the funding is intended to support the advancement of end-to-end (E2E) autonomous driving technologies and enhanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS). “Through collaboration with Helm ai, we will accelerate the development of AI technologies that enhance the practicality of our next-generation AD/ADAS, delivering mobility experiences that will offer surprise and inspiration to our customers,” Honda Motor operating executive and head of SDV Business Development Unit Mahito Shikama stated. Founded in November 2016, Helm ai has been…

Stellantis has declared a $13 billion investment over the next four years to strengthen its position in the vital U.S. market and boost domestic production. According to the company, this marks the biggest investment in its 100-year history in the United States. The funding will facilitate the launch of five new vehicles across major segments, the production of a newly developed four-cylinder engine, and the creation of over 5,000 jobs at facilities in Illinois, Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana. The investment also aims to boost annual vehicle production in the U.S. by 50% over current levels. Stellantis noted that the upcoming…

General Motors reported a $1.6 billion loss in the third quarter, tied to its EV investments, according to a government filing, while simultaneously preparing to ramp up production of gasoline-powered cars at multiple assembly facilities across the U.S. In an 8-K filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Tuesday, the Detroit automaker stated that $1.2 billion of the loss came from unused equipment originally intended for electric vehicle production. The remaining $400 million was tied to contract termination fees owed to suppliers. “Following recent U.S. government policy changes, including the termination of certain consumer tax incentives for EV…

BYD has launched a revolutionary Super Hybrid vehicle compatible with biofuels in Brazil, marking the production of its 14 millionth new-energy vehicle. The newest powertrain technology debuts in the special edition SONG PRO COP30, which the company plans to donate to the upcoming UN climate summit in Brazil. The latest Super Hybrid version was revealed during the official launch of BYD’s final assembly facility in Camaçari, Brazil—the same plant where the SONG PRO is manufactured. The vehicle is equipped with DM-i (Dual Mode Intelligent) technology, similar to the systems used in popular European models, such as the SEAL U DM-i…

Ford has reduced the price of its electric F-150 Lightning by as much as $4,000 to make up for the loss of the federal EV tax credit. The 2026 F-150 Lightning now delivers increased driving range at a more affordable cost. To maintain sales momentum, Ford has lowered prices on the 2026 F-150 Lightning by up to $4,000. Company spokesperson Martin Günsberg confirmed that the Flash trim is seeing a $4,000 price cut, while the Lariat is reduced by $2,000. The updated lineup will now begin with the STX trim, which replaces the outgoing XLT but retains the same starting…

The budget-friendly 2026 Tesla Model Y Standard, which trims features from the current version to reduce costs, is now available in Europe. Tesla has begun offering its more affordable Model Y Standard in Europe, just three days after its U.S. debut. While the U.S. version faced criticism over a long list of removed features that didn’t justify the modest price drop, the European version retains more features and comes with a greater price difference, a more appealing deal in a market where Tesla sales have recently declined sharply. Manufactured in Germany for specific markets rather than in the U.S., the…

Australia may soon see a reduction in the default speed limit on unmarked country roads, currently set at 100 km/h. The Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport, and the Arts is reviewing the current limit as part of a broader initiative to reduce fatalities and serious injuries on regional roads. Under federal law, any road located outside urban zones that lacks speed limit signage is automatically assigned a default speed of 100 km/h, irrespective of whether the surface is paved or unpaved. Unpaved roads often consist of loose gravel or dirt, while even paved roads can still be…

Hino Motors, Toyota Motor’s truck division, and Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus, a subsidiary of Daimler Truck, have declared plans to merge manufacturing operations in Japan. The decision serves as an initial step toward the upcoming merger and the establishment of a new holding company named Archion. The consolidation will cut the number of truck manufacturing sites in Japan from five to three, concentrating operations at the Kawasaki Plant in Kanagawa Prefecture, the Koga Plant in Ibaraki Prefecture, and the Nitta Plant in Gunma Prefecture. As part of the restructuring plan, Mitsubishi Fuso will close its Nakatsu facility in Aikawa,…

General Motors declared on Friday that it is abandoning plans for a factory in Detroit as part of a larger move to discontinue the development of hydrogen fuel cell technology for mainstream vehicles. The company stated that “it will stop work on next-generation hydrogen fuel cell development through its HYDROTEC brand,” but noted that its partnership with Honda in Brownstown Township, Detroit, will continue with an emphasis on powering data centers. GM spokesperson Stuart Fowle stated that the decision was driven by shifts in policy and a reevaluation of the company’s portfolio. He also highlighted the limited hydrogen infrastructure and…