For Honda, while building EVs is important, the ultimate goal is reaching carbon neutrality by 2050. In order to do this, electric, hydrogen fuel cell, and even hybrid eVTOL vehicles must be further developed to penetrate each corner of the transportation sector. One of the more interesting concepts discussed, however, is the creation of an environment where various types of vehicles can share a common battery pack. From cars to scooters, mowers, and even houses, doing away with single-purpose batteries would be a win-win for consumers and Honda alike. Read original article here.
90,000 Hummer EVs ordered, may be years until delivery
General Motors announced it has now received over 90,000 reservations for the GMC Hummer EV pickup and SUV. These two large vehicles have generated more interest than most other electric vehicles over the past year and it appears that this …
Qualcomm may have the one system to rule them all
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CADA urges Ottawa to delay luxury tax to avoid “fiasco”
A strongly worded letter has been sent to Minister of Finance Chrystia Freeland urging the government to clarify crucial details of the imminent federal luxury tax on vehicles, slated to begin on September 1st, or delay the implementation of the …
Hyundai IONIQ 5 wins “racer approved” Best New Model in Kelley Blue Book’s Best Buy Awards
Hyundai IONIQ once again drove off with a Kelley Blue Book’s Kelley Blue Book’s Best New Model trophy. The Hyundai IONIQ5 won both Best New Model and Best Electric Vehicle awards. After thorough head-to-head testing, in-depth data analysis and evaluation …
Premium brands strong contenders for highest sales in Canada
Four premium auto brands (Lexus, Genesis, Audi and Cadillac) were among Canada’s top ten sellers in 2022, a year of turmoil for the global auto industry. As supply woes strained the dealer network, the majority of automakers failed to even …
Umicore to build facility in Ontario to produce materials for EV batteries
Umicore Rechargeable Battery Materials Canada plans to build a new manufacturing facility in Loyalist Township, Ont., that will produce materials considered to be critical components for producing electric vehicle batteries. The investment from the company, for the production of active …