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🌎 Green NCAP proves all powertrains need greener objectives 🌎 Today, Green NCAP releases the assessment results of seven vehicles with a range of powertrains: three electric vehicles from Tesla, Renault, and MG, three hybrid cars from Mazda, Mitsubishi, and Alfa Romeo, and one purely petrol-powered car from BMW, all recently introduced onto the European market. Green NCAP reveals with the results that unless manufacturers strongly commit to sustainability by lowering emissions, fuel consumption, and increasing efficiency, cars may not be as green as they claim to be, independent of the powertrain. Green NCAP Technical Manager Aleksandar Damyanov explains, "The label of ‘hybrid’ does not automatically mean it outperforms a well-managed combustion-engine vehicle. Manufacturers offer various levels of hybridisation to cater to different objectives. At the same time, in some cases, more power does not necessarily result in more impact on the environment." 🍃 Read the press release here 👉 https://lnkd.in/e8sG4bax 🚗 Tesla MG Motor Europe Renault Mazda Motor Europe BMW Group Alfa Romeo Mitsubishi Corporation #forgreenercars #cars #sustainability #lifecycleassessment #futuremobility #greenmobility #cleanair #vehicletesting #zeroemissions #LCAtool #LCAAward #LCA #hybrid #starratings #fivestars #EV #electric #diesel #petrol #combustion #engine #greenerchoice #hybrid #mildhybrid #pluginhybrid #greenstars #Tesla #MG #Renault #MAZDA #BMW #AlfaRomeo #Mitsubishi

Forget fuel cells, Toyota says hydrogen ICE is the best option for its off-road SUV. By ERIN KILGORE The automaker believes zero emissions can be achieved with internal combustion engines. Clean transportation goes beyond electric batteries, fuel cells, and synthetic fuels, and Toyota is demonstrating this by testing hydrogen ICE (internal combustion engine) in its vehicles, including its HiAce and, it hopes, eventually an H2 Land Cruiser. The Japanese auto giant is working on adapting ICEs to work with hydrogen. Toyota recently revealed it’s scaling back its hydrogen fuel cell passenger vehicle goals in favor of pursuing H2 commercial vehicles. That said, this hasn’t stopped the automaker from exploring the possibility of adapting the traditional internal combustion engine and converting it to run on hydrogen. So far, the company has tested hydrogen ICE in motorsport events, including in the GR Carolla and the turbocharged 1.6-liter engine of the GR Yaris. Moreover, Toyota has modified its HiAce ICE to run on a hydrogen-burning internal combustion engine instead of one powered by gasoline or diesel. https://lnkd.in/dRrZabp6

This KDH engine uses a fuel predicted 100 years ago: It has experts shocked with zero-emission combustion This engine should not run and turns on its own fuel: It has no cylinders or pistons, and no logic Hawking predicted this fuel, and they’ve created the first engine: It’s not electric, not hydrogen, not gasoline Toyota, one of the leaders in auto technology, is stirring things up again with its rather radical solution for the mainstream electric car. Due to the polarization of the industry around battery electric vehicles, Toyota is now considering many routes to reach the desired carbon neutrality, and hydrogen combustion technology appears to be one of the solutions. There have been recent revelations of the Corolla Cross Hydrogen Concept, and this proves that Toyota has embarked on a different line to produce environmentally friendly cars. This brave step evidences Toyota’s long-term vision to respond to global environmental issues and its commitment to contributing to the development of sustainable mobility following the markets and customers’ demands worldwide. #innovation #environment #globaleconomy #transportation #sustainability #mobility #climateaction #climatechange  https://lnkd.in/eVj3ykCC

Toyota and Yamaha's Hydrogen Engine 🔧 Here's what you need to know 👇 Toyota and Yamaha have announced a strategic partnership to develop a high-performance hydrogen engine. The collaboration combines Toyota's expertise in hydrogen fuel cells with Yamaha's proficiency in high-performance engines. This project aims to create a powertrain solution that reduces environmental impact and outperforms traditional engines. The partnership has already produced five products, including a V8 hydrogen engine for the Lexus RC F. Hydrogen engines offer several advantages over internal combustion engines and electric vehicles: ▶ Zero carbon dioxide emissions during operation ▶ Driving experience similar to internal combustion engines  ▶ Faster refueling compared to electric vehicles  ▶ Potentially longer driving range, depending on hydrogen reservoir size While currently focused on high-performance applications, the technology can be adapted to various vehicles. Toyota Motor Corporation has even demonstrated the feasibility of hydrogen engines in endurance racing. As the project progresses, hydrogen engines could become a viable alternative to battery electric vehicles. This advancement could transform the global automobile market, combining zero-emission propulsion with traditional driving characteristics. Want to know more? ⏬ https://lnkd.in/d8SPcUfp

🌍 Green NCAP releases first results of 2024: Family Cars go Green 🌍 Today, Green NCAP releases its first results for 2024, and the year starts with impressive Green Stars in the Large Family and Small Family categories. As with 2023, Chinese and Electric cars loom large in the line-up, delivering high scores in their environmental performance. For this release, Green NCAP made assessments on the electric Hyundai IONIQ 6, BMW i4, BYD DOLPHIN, MG 4, smart #3, and the petrol mild hybrid BMW 2 Series Active Tourer. ‘It is true that many of the vehicles on offer are competitively priced options from the Chinese, but the better-established manufacturers are still making their presence felt with traditional brands such as Hyundai and BMW, delivering vehicles that both spark consumer desire and meet the environmental challenge set by Green NCAP,’ shares Dr. Aleksandar Damyanov, Green NCAP Technical Manager. 🍃 BYD BMW smart Europe GmbH Hyundai Motor Europe MG Motor Europe Read the latest press release here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eK38XjNU 🚗 #forgreenercars #cars #sustainability #lifecycleassessment #futuremobility #greenmobility #cleanair #vehicletesting #zeroemissions #LCAtool #BYD #BMW #smart #Hyundai #MG #greenstars #firstresults #EV #electric #hybrid #petrol #diesel

🌍⚡ Honda's Electric Leap: Accelerating Towards a Greener Future with Electric Motorcycles 🏍️🌿 Honda Motor sets a new environmental benchmark with its ambitious plan to launch over ten electric motorcycle models globally in the next three years, aligning with their carbon neutrality goals. This initiative not only reflects a significant shift in the automotive industry but also marks a crucial step towards sustainable mobility and a cleaner planet. #electricmotorcycles #hondainnovation #sustainablefuture #greenmobility 🚀💚 📖 Full read here: https://lnkd.in/dG-8gtUQ

As fossil fuels become less viable, car companies have begun searching for alternative fuel sources. For the past 20 years, Toyota has been exploring a unique option: hydrogen. While previously it had used the first element to power an electric motor, the automaker is now working on a new technology. Toyota is currently developing a hydrogen combustion engine and seems to be betting big on it. #hydrogeneconomy #sustainabilty https://lnkd.in/e2afdW5u

General Motors (GM) and Honda have introduced their groundbreaking joint venture, Fuel Cell System Manufacturing (FCSM), investing US $85 million in an advanced Michigan facility for large scale hydrogen fuel cell production. The 6,500 square metre facility aims to enhance performance, durability, and cost effectiveness of hydrogen fuel cells. The collaboration positions GM and Honda as leaders in sustainable transportation, with Honda planning to implement the new hydrogen system in its CR-V model by 2024. The hydrogen fuel cell system is expected to cost one-third as much as its predecessor, contributing to broader accessibility of sustainable technology. Toyota announced earlier this year that it aims to sell more than 100,000 hydrogen vehicles annually by 2030. It has higher hopes for fuel cell volume than solid state battery volume by the start of the 2030s. BMW has also committed to hydrogen fuel cell technology for passenger vehicles in a turn away from electric vehicles. Innovation and alternative options are always positive. #cars #transport #innovation #progress #car #freedom #movement #hydrogen #fuel #sustainable #business #community #newzealand #driving #transportation #fuelcell #ev #options #innovate #adapt #invention #future #vehicles #electricvehicle #adaptation #electric #vehicle #sustainability #nz

Very likely to reach a tipping point in China Q1 2025 of greater 50% registrations for new energy vehicles. Add to that the fact China is coming out of a recession and 50% of EVs worldwide are being sold in China = Lithium could make a strong rebound in 2025. Usha Resources Ltd. Arctic Fox Lithium Corp. (CSE: AFX | FSE: 7N4) Volt Lithium Corp. Q2 Metals Corp. Portofino Resources #lithium #ev

Hyundai Kona Electric Vs Hyundai IONIQ 5 Electric ⚡️ Power #electriccars #automobile #evworld #evs #evgreens #EVs #ElectricCars #GreenTech #SustainableMobility #CleanEnergy #ChargingInfrastructure #ZeroEmissions