INNOVATION NEWS
Honda backs hybrid powertrains over electric vehicles
13 Nov 2019 - With many car manufacturers turning to electric vehicles as the future of automotive, Honda CEO Takahiro Hachigo believes hybrid powertrains are the way forward.
Australia gets plugged in as first Evie Network charging station opens in Queensland
13 Nov 2019 - Australia's largest ultra-fast charging network is officially open after the power was turned on at the first charging station at Coochin Creek in Queensland.
Kia invests in self-driving technology start-up CODE42
12 Nov 2019 - South Korean automotive manufacturer Kia have announced a USD$12.5 million investment in Code42, a self-driving transportation service company.
Solar power charging research project gets underway
8 Nov 2019 - A solar charging research project funded by the Victorian Government, in partnership with Nissan, Delta Electronics and the CSIRO, has commenced in Australia.
Nissan Concept EV
8 Nov 2019 - Nissan has unveiled the IMk, an all-electric concept car that the company says is designed for the “ultimate urban commuter.”
Toyota announces production-ready EV
7 Nov 2019 - Toyota has revealed details of a new, production-ready ultra-compact battery-electric vehicle (BEV) ahead of a planned commercial launch in Japan late next year.
The electrifying LF-30 concept from Lexus
7 Nov 2019 - The Lexus LF-30 Electrified Concept is a glimpse into the luxury car manufacturer’s electric future.
Ford to introduce electric vehicle charging network in US
7 Nov 2019 - Ford has announced it is developing an all-electric vehicle charging strategy and the largest network of public charging stations, in the US.
Mitsubishi reveals MI-TECH SUV concept
6 Nov 2019 - Mitsubishi Motors Corporation has unveiled the wild-looking Mi-Tech Concept electrified SUV concept car.
Mazda unveils MX-30 electric vehicle
6 Nov 2019 - Mazda has unveiled the MX-30, the company’s first mass-production electric vehicle.
TOYOTA’S SECOND-GENERATION MIRAI FUEL CELL CONCEPT
6 Nov 2019 - Toyota has revealed the second-generation Mirai hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV).
Hyundai Develops Smart Cruise Control Tech
6 Nov 2019 - Hyundai has announced the development of Machine Learning-based Smart Cruise Control, a technology it says incorporates the driver’s patterns into its self-driving behavior through artificial intelligence
Sweden's Uniti One EV launched for less than $30,000
6 Nov 2019 - Uniti, a Swedish mobility company, has revealed the pricing and specification for its debut vehicle, the fully electric Uniti One.
Could the growing demand for of Mobility as a Service spell the end for private vehicle ownership?
5 Nov 2019 - Roads Australia have released the Future Transport: Smart Cities 2019 Report, predicting that the future of transport in the country will revolve around Mobility as a Service.
Hyundai unveils new-look fuel-cell powered commercial vehicle concept
31 Oct 2019 - As part of Hyundai Motor Company’s Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle 2030 Vision, the auto manufacturer has revealed a concept for its first hydrogen-powered commercial vehicle.
World first two-in-one solar inverter and EV charger to change how Australia recharges
23 Oct 2019 - The Australian electric vehicle market could be on the verge of finally taking off after SolarEdge unveiled the world’s first two-in-one solar inverter and EV charger.
Automated Vehicle testing set to begin in rural Victoria
24 Oct 2019 - Australia are about to move a step closer to seeing automated vehicles on the roads, with automated vehicle trials set to take place from next month in Victoria.
Hyundai positions itself as a global leader in autonomous vehicle development
22 Oct 2019 - In an effort to put South Korea on the map as a world leader in autonomous vehicles, Hyundai Motor Group has invested $35 billion in the future mobility technology.
