Toyota

HINO MOTORS MANUFACTURING, U.S.A. ANNOUNCES NEW MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE

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Tuesday, February 14, 2023

NOVI, Mich., Feb. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hino Motors Manufacturing U.S.A., Inc. announces a new management structure that places emphasis on North American expertise and a refined focus on responsibilities.

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  • NOVI, Mich., Feb. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hino Motors Manufacturing U.S.A., Inc. announces a new management structure that places emphasis on North American expertise and a refined focus on responsibilities.
  • Most recently and since 2019, Mr. Mizukoshi served as Chief Operating Officer of Hino Motors Manufacturing U.S.A.
  • Previously, Mr. Mizukoshi served as Managing Officer for Hino Motors Ltd. Mr. Mizukoshi succeeds Mr. Takashi Ono, who served as President for Hino Motors Manufacturing U.S.A. since 2017, is appointed to Chief Toyota Business Officer.
  • The company is thankful to Mr. Ono for his service and leadership of Hino Motors Manufacturing U.S.A.

Parks Associates: Seven Percent of US Internet Households Own Solar Panels, And Five Percent Own an Electric Vehicle (EV)

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Tuesday, February 14, 2023

DALLAS, Feb. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Parks Associates' research reveals that 7% of US internet households now own solar panels and 5% own an EV, with purchase intentions increasing for both solutions. The research is hosting leading energy players today at its 14th annual Smart Energy Summit: Engaging the Consumer this week at the Omni Austin Downtown Hotel in Austin, Texas. The executive conference features keynotes from Austin Energy, CPS Energy, Electrify America, EnergyHub, GAF Energy, and Generac Grid Services. Executives and research analysts will gather to examine the integration of energy services and smart home solutions, the necessary infrastructure changes to accommodate changing consumer behavior, and strategies to drive the adoption of distributed energy resources.

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  • The executive conference features keynotes from Austin Energy, CPS Energy, Electrify America, EnergyHub, GAF Energy, and Generac Grid Services.
  • "Our research shows nearly 20% of US internet households plan to buy an EV in the next 12 months."
  • Smart Energy Summit is sponsored by CSA - Connectivity Standards Alliance, Rapid Response Monitoring, Calix, Google, Resideo, Schneider Electric, Austin Energy, Questline Digital, and Copper Labs.
  • Parks Associates will feature its latest consumer and industry insights throughout the event, featuring data from its ongoing quarterly surveys of 10,000 internet households.

'I'm in Love With My Car': The Road Ahead in the Green Transition

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Tuesday, February 14, 2023

Twenty-one per cent say they are willing to spend $50,000 to $74,999 on a new vehicle.

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  • Twenty-one per cent say they are willing to spend $50,000 to $74,999 on a new vehicle.
  • Only 54 per cent of respondents intend to buy a ZEV that's the same brand as their current make.
  • They also believe consumer buying decisions in the next five years will focus on the importance of driving performance and brand image.
  • Note: some figures may not add up to 100 per cent due to rounding.

Toyota Moves into Top Five of Intellectual Property Owners Association Rankings

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Tuesday, February 14, 2023

In addition, Toyota moved up the ranks in overall patents being awarded to a single company, to fourth overall this year.

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  • In addition, Toyota moved up the ranks in overall patents being awarded to a single company, to fourth overall this year.
  • "Our engineers, researchers and scientists are responding with technology that puts Toyota in the best position both now and for years to come."
  • "At Toyota, we nurture invention, and it shows in our performance on the IPO's listing year after year," said Frederick Mau, intellectual property counsel and director of Patent Licensing for Toyota Motor North America.
  • "This not only benefits Toyota, but industry and society as a whole, since some of our intellectual property is available for others to license and discover new applications."

Alexis DeJoria unveils the Bandero Premium Tequila 2023 NHRA Funny Car

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Monday, February 13, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bandero Premium Tequila was conceived, designed and crafted by serial entrepreneur and philanthropist Jonathan Kendrick and is co-owned by Alexis DeJoria.

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  • Alexis DeJoria revealed her stunning 2023 Bandero Premium Tequila Toyota GR Supra on February 9th in Gainesville, Florida.
  • LOS ANGELES, Feb. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bandero Premium Tequila was conceived, designed and crafted by serial entrepreneur and philanthropist Jonathan Kendrick and is co-owned by Alexis DeJoria.
  • We are all tremendously proud to continue our highly successful relationship with Alexis, a 6 times Funny Car winner, in the NHRA this year.
  • Alexis is the only woman competing in the Funny Car category and is in hot pursuit of becoming the first female Funny Car world champion.

Luxury Share of U.S. Market Sets New Record in January, as Transaction Prices Remain Up 5.9% Year Over Year, According to Kelley Blue Book

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Monday, February 13, 2023

Luxury brand sales jumped to a record 19.6% share of total sales, propping up the overall industry ATP.

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  • Luxury brand sales jumped to a record 19.6% share of total sales, propping up the overall industry ATP.
  • New-vehicle inventory levels are increasing from historic lows in early 2022, but prices remain elevated, according to data released today by Kelley Blue Book, a Cox Automotive company.
  • Luxury Share Hits Record High, While Average Prices Fall in January
    Strong luxury vehicle sales have been a primary reason for overall elevated new-vehicle prices.
  • In January 2021, before the new-vehicle inventory decline, incentives averaged 8.6% of ATP, according to Kelley Blue Book estimates.

CHASM Names Battery Industry Veteran Michael Fetcenko as Board Chairman

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Monday, February 13, 2023

CANTON, Mass., Feb. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CHASM Advanced Materials, Inc. (CHASM) today announced the appointment of Michael Fetcenko as Chairman of the CHASM Board of Directors, effective January 18, 2023. Mr. Fetcenko is CHASM's second independent board member, and his appointment comes at a time of rapid growth for the pioneer in the use of Carbon Nanotubes (CNTs) to develop a new class of advanced materials for safer, more connected and sustainable living.

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  • CANTON, Massachusetts, February 13, 2023 -- CHASM Advanced Materials, Inc. (CHASM) today announced the appointment of Michael Fetcenko as Chairman of the CHASM Board of Directors, effective January 18, 2023.
  • CANTON, Mass., Feb. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CHASM Advanced Materials, Inc. (CHASM) today announced the appointment of Michael Fetcenko as Chairman of the CHASM Board of Directors, effective January 18, 2023.
  • Michael Fetcenko brings extensive experience in the battery industry to CHASM, having served as Chairman of the Board for Sion Power since April 2019.
  • "We are pleased to welcome Mike Fetcenko as CHASM's Chairman of the Board," said David Arthur, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of CHASM.

Global e-Mobility Market Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecasts Report 2022-2030: Increasing Adoption of Solar-Powered EV Charging Infrastructure & Low Cost of Lithium-Ion Batteries Bodes Well

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Friday, February 10, 2023

However, the lack of standardization of EV charging infrastructure facilities associated with the development of EVs is due to the increased installation cost of charging stations; this leads to lower public adoption of EVs, which in turn hampers market growth.

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  • However, the lack of standardization of EV charging infrastructure facilities associated with the development of EVs is due to the increased installation cost of charging stations; this leads to lower public adoption of EVs, which in turn hampers market growth.
  • On the contrary, the demand for electricity is expected to surge as a result of the increase in EVs.
  • Asia-Pacific dominates the global e-mobility industry and is potently expected to remain dominant in the market throughout the forecast period.
  • Ford announced to expand EV partnership with Volkswagen for supplying the EV architecture for a second Ford model for the European market.

Over 56 thousand Hydrogen Passenger Vehicles Sold So Far

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Thursday, February 9, 2023

STERLING, Va., Feb. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Over 56 thousand hydrogen fuel cell passenger vehicles were sold worldwide by the end of 2022, says Information Trends in a study. At the same time, several automakers, both start-ups and established players are vying to enter the fuel cell auto market.

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  • STERLING, Va., Feb. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Over 56 thousand hydrogen fuel cell passenger vehicles were sold worldwide by the end of 2022, says Information Trends in a study.
  • The study, Global Market for Hydrogen Fuel Cell vehicles, 2023 says that more than 30 thousand fuel cell vehicles were sold in the past two years, reflecting a significant traction in the sales of these vehicles.
  • More than half of the fuel cell vehicles sold so far have been in Korea because it has the densest hydrogen fueling infrastructure of any major market, she said.
  • According to the report, Hyundai's Nexo has been a clear winner among fuel cell vehicles rolled out so far.

Toyota and Nintendo Announce the Ultimate Road Trip by providing 500 Grand Highlander Customers with a Nintendo Switch - OLED Model system and a Mario Kart 8 Deluxe game

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Thursday, February 9, 2023

Once on-sale in Summer 2023, 500 customers will receive a Nintendo Switch – OLED Model system and a Mario Kart 8 Deluxe game.

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  • Once on-sale in Summer 2023, 500 customers will receive a Nintendo Switch – OLED Model system and a Mario Kart 8 Deluxe game.
  • The Grand Highlander and the Nintendo Switch are the ultimate duo for families and road trips," said Lisa Materazzo, group vice president of Toyota Marketing.
  • The Nintendo Switch – OLED Model has a similar overall size to the Nintendo Switch system, but with a larger, vibrant 7-inch OLED screen with vivid colors and crisp contrast.
  • With the Nintendo Switch – OLED Model, 500 Grand Highlander customers will also receive a Mario Kart 8 Deluxe game, which allows them to hit the road anytime, anywhere.