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Toyota has unveiled a new concept for its popular HiLux model, featuring a hydrogen fuel cell powertrain for zero-emission driving. The dual-cab concept, revealed in Thailand, is part of Toyota's vision for a sustainable future. It borrows components from a series of extra-cab prototypes trialed in the UK and incorporates hydrogen fuel cell technology from Toyota's Mirai sedan. While it's unclear if the hydrogen-powered HiLux will enter mass production, limited numbers may be produced for trials in Thailand and the UK. The concept is based on the 2024 facelift of the diesel HiLux range but features design elements such as a body-colored grille, 'FCEV' decals, and blue accents on its alloy wheels and mirror caps. Inside, the concept is similar to the standard HiLux, with the addition of 'FCEV' lettering and a gear selector shared with the Mirai sedan. Notably, the gear shifter includes an automatic electric handbrake, a feature not currently available in Toyota's HiLux range. The Toyota presentation indicates that the company aims to target long-range logistics in the commercial sector with limited numbers of the HiLux FCEV concept. However, the towing capacity of the FCEV concept is lower than the diesel HiLux, rated at 1500kg compared to 3500kg for the diesel variant. The HiLux FCEV concept shares its fuel cell powertrain technology with the Mirai sedan, featuring three hydrogen cylinders with a total capacity of seven liters, providing a claimed driving range of up to 600km. The hydrogen fuel cell stack under the bonnet converts hydrogen into electricity, powers the electric motor mounted on the rear axle. While the concept shares technology with the Mirai, it's uncertain if it has the same power outputs of 134kW/300Nm. Nonetheless, Toyota's foray into hydrogen-powered vehicles signals a commitment to sustainable mobility solutions. NewsCredit Tech Explorers #toyotahilux #Toyota #hydrogen #electricvehicles #car

This is a very intelligent move by Toyota that may make it world leader in energy supply and transportation at the same time. Toyota CEO says electric vehicle market share may most probably not be more than 30%, however, I think it has a little more room. Should Toyota's and other similar efforts in transportation sectors shine, I expect electric vehicles may go near perpetual and it could easily be done cost effectively as I described in my articles and named it as BAEV (Battery Assisted Electric Vehicles) utilizing regeneration from movement itself such as vibration, solar and breaking. All in all, both perspective transformations should aid in drastically reducing carbon emissions. What makes even more interesting is the emergence of super conducting magnets utilizing cheap iron itself recently. We are very near to achieving high speed rail transportation implementation replacing tracks with new superconducting tracks and corresponding retrofits to rail engines. This transformation, though, longer it could potentially cut the market share of road transportation elements by a wide margin. One may not be able to predict how this may end up in market share, but the end result is good for humanity moving towards pollution free living within a reasonable period of time. These engines being brought forth by Toyota consortium are multi fuel ready having higher power and smaller in volume and height reducing weight and as well improve aerodynamics increasing the overall efficiency further. Notwithstanding, they may most probably all hybrids. BYD coming out with 1200 miles hybrid at 14000 us dollars should be a wakeup call for all auto manufacturers which is just a starting point and I believe they all reach near perpetual category soon with very long life, maybe million miles, and pocket friendly for everybody. At this juncture, one has to think, are we reaching Type I civilization status rapidly? #climatechange #hybrids #transporatation #carbonneutral

Toyota has unveiled a new concept for its popular HiLux model, featuring a hydrogen fuel cell powertrain for zero-emission driving. The dual-cab concept, revealed in Thailand, is part of Toyota's vision for a sustainable future. It borrows components from a series of extra-cab prototypes trialed in the UK and incorporates hydrogen fuel cell technology from Toyota's Mirai sedan. While it's unclear if the hydrogen-powered HiLux will enter mass production, limited numbers may be produced for trials in Thailand and the UK. The concept is based on the 2024 facelift of the diesel HiLux range but features design elements such as a body-colored grille, 'FCEV' decals, and blue accents on its alloy wheels and mirror caps. Inside, the concept is similar to the standard HiLux, with the addition of 'FCEV' lettering and a gear selector shared with the Mirai sedan. Notably, the gear shifter includes an automatic electric handbrake, a feature not currently available in Toyota's HiLux range. The Toyota presentation indicates that the company aims to target long-range logistics in the commercial sector with limited numbers of the HiLux FCEV concept. However, the towing capacity of the FCEV concept is lower than the diesel HiLux, rated at 1500kg compared to 3500kg for the diesel variant. The HiLux FCEV concept shares its fuel cell powertrain technology with the Mirai sedan, featuring three hydrogen cylinders with a total capacity of seven liters, providing a claimed driving range of up to 600km. The hydrogen fuel cell stack under the bonnet converts hydrogen into electricity and powers the motor mounted on the rear axle. While the concept shares technology with the Mirai, it's uncertain if it has the same power outputs of 134kW/300Nm. Nonetheless, Toyota's foray into hydrogen-powered vehicles signals a commitment to sustainable mobility solutions. #Toyota #Hydrogen #HiLux #ZeroEmission #FuelCell #SustainableDriving #ConceptCar #AutomotiveTechnology #FutureMobility #EnvironmentalImpact

From Volvo’s fossil-free steel to Tesla’s transparency, automakers are making significant progress. 🌿 Read the latest updates in this article from Supplychaindive. #AutomotiveProgress #EcoFriendlySteel

Hydrogen cars and pickups and SUVs have all lost the fight with electric vehicles. It's ridiculous any serious auto maker would put out a vehicle that's inferior to its electric vehicle counterpart in EVERY single respect that matters to either consumers, policy makers or anyone who cares about the climate. Normally to be competitive, a new technology has to be clearly superior in one respect that matters to customers, and not clearly inferior in any respect that matters. That is an utterly insurmountable hurdle for any hydrogen technology that has to compete head to head with any viable electric technology. BTW, I'm not angry at hydrogen, and I don't criticize hydrogen because hydrogen is a very wonderful and important element and without it well, we wouldn't have the universe or water or complex living things, including us. Hydrogen knows what it does well. And it knows what it sucks at. (I keep reading articles saying that every atom in the universe could be sentient. I'm kind of skeptical myself, but it's certainly more plausible than hydrogen suddenly changing its physics, and becoming a good energy carrier). Don't make hydrogen try to be something that it can't. Hydrogen is perfect just the way it is

Toyota's "1:6:90 Rule", or the Ugly Truth about EV's What happens when Engineers and Analysts evaluate EV automobiles vs. Politicians and Environmental Activists... The true math emerges, and math doesn't lie. Also noted Mercedes is now backing away from all electric car commitment along with other manufacturers now looking to hydrogen. Toyota: A leaked document reveals the automaker told its dealership network that the lithium and other rare materials required to build an EV could also be enough for six plug-in hybrids. Or, it could make 90 hybrids. What’s more, swapping 90 internal combustion cars for hybrids is much better for the environment than building one full EV. Much, much better. Toyota: “The overall carbon reduction of those 90 hybrids over their lifetimes is 37 times as much as as single battery EV.” I assume once other manufactures align to the math, they will also be backing away from vehicles that cost more and pollute more - politicians will be the last to realize this if ever.

I think hybrids could actually be the stepping stone to successfully transitioning consumer choice in transportation. Toyota is following an interesting strategy, holistic and practical, it seems. It also largely follows how consumers adopt new technology as well. Moving consumers to new products and services sometimes requires nudges, shifts over time; it is difficult to create wholesale and immediate change. How to get consumers on board? We need a marketing solution for this one!! #marketing #sustainablebusiness #consumerbehavior #consumerresearch

As electric vehicles (EVs) surge in popularity, Toyota finds itself at a pivotal moment, navigating the complexities of its legendary supply chain. The recent introduction of next-generation internal combustion engines (ICEs) reaffirms Toyota's dedication to hybrid technology. However, this move also sparks important discussions about the company's long-term strategy in an industry that's rapidly shifting towards full electrification. #Toyota #EVs #Sustainability #Innovation #AutomotiveIndustry

Volvo Group announced the FH Electric with a 600 km reach. This is made possible e.g. by a newly designed edrive axle which saves space for a bigger battery. For comparison Tesla Semi claims 800 km reach, but is more likely to be 640 km, Mercedes eActros 600 is said to have a reach of 500 km. Depending on the Volvo version, 4 to 6 batteries sum up to an overall capacity of 540 kWh. With charging power of up to 250 kW, this means the truck will need 2.5 hours for charging. The truck's charge will last for a working day. For comparison: High-end EVs have batteries with approximately 100 kWh. Another step forward to #decarbonization. https://lnkd.in/d9-yJUVa

https://lnkd.in/gDzBUKJF Interesting read and research on impact of EV and approach Toyota has taken