Toyota launches new Corolla Cross crossover in Thailand, heading global

Toyota Motor Thailand has unveiled a new crossover-SUV, the Corolla Cross. The new vehicle fits in the Corolla lineup as a hatchback-style crossover option that capitalizes on Corolla branding in many markets.Continue ReadingCategory: Automotive, Trans… Continue reading Toyota launches new Corolla Cross crossover in Thailand, heading global

Yanmar prepares to put a Toyota Mirai hydrogen powertrain in a boat

Japanese Diesel engine manufacturer Yanmar has signaled its intention to bring hydrogen fuel cells to the consumer marine market, collaborating with Toyota to develop the technology and prototype it in a small boat by the end of the year.Continue Readi… Continue reading Yanmar prepares to put a Toyota Mirai hydrogen powertrain in a boat

Scandit raises $80M as COVID-19 drives demand for contactless deliveries

Enterprise barcode scanner company Scandit has closed an $80 million Series C round, led by Silicon Valley VC firm G2VP. Atomico, GV, Kreos, NGP Capital, Salesforce Ventures and Swisscom Ventures also participated in the round — which brings its total raised to date to $123M. The Zurich-based firm offers a platform that combines computer vision […] Continue reading Scandit raises $80M as COVID-19 drives demand for contactless deliveries

Toyota turns the Yaris into a mini-SUV crossover hybrid with AWD

The world, it seems, needs more compact crossovers. Toyota has deemed it so, and taken its hugely popular Yaris out bush to learn to look after itself. Jacked-up, lengthened and fitted with an AWD hybrid powertrain, it’ll make its debut in 2021.Continu… Continue reading Toyota turns the Yaris into a mini-SUV crossover hybrid with AWD

Solarized Land Cruiser 4×4 camper could be the Outback’s sweetest rig

Two famed “Cruisers” of off-roading are about collide in a new Extreme expedition vehicle. EarthCruiser’s Australian HQ will be putting a wedge-top camper atop a Toyota chassis, combining the Land Cruiser’s legendary capability with added cab comfort, … Continue reading Solarized Land Cruiser 4×4 camper could be the Outback’s sweetest rig

BMW hops on Toyota’s hydrogen bandwagon with fuel cell powertrain

It appears clear at this stage that while most of the developed world is moving toward battery-electric vehicles, Japan and South Korea are pushing hard for hydrogen, which will allow them to import energy from around the world in a green delivery form… Continue reading BMW hops on Toyota’s hydrogen bandwagon with fuel cell powertrain