Fixing for the Future: AkzoNobel embarks on three million euro investment into global network of automotive training centres
Toronto, Ontario — AkzoNobel has announced that it is embarking on a multi-million-euro global program aimed at expanding and upgrading the company’s network of automotive training centres (ATC) with the goal of upskilling painters, bodyshop managers and OEM engineers. According to a recent press release, for the initial stage of the investment, AkzoNobel is putting […]
Tuesday Ticker: Jaguar at ‘crossroads’ amid shift to EVs; BMW to produce hydrogen vehicle with Toyota
Toronto, Ontario — This weekly Tuesday Ticker shines a light on moves in the alternative fuel space as Jaguar execs share frustrations regarding its massive shift to luxury EVs, while BMW and Toyota partner to produce hydrogen-powered BMW vehicles. Jaguar jumping through hoops Jaguar’s Managing Director says the OEM is at a “crossroads” amid its […]
EV/AV Report: Teaching cars and unplugged EVs
Toronto, Ontario — In this week’s EV/AV report, scientists teach cars about social cues, Honda releases a hydrogen and electric based CR-V successor, and the Dutch Lightyear 0 solar vehicle enters production. This is the latest in electric and autonomous vehicles. Social Faux Pas German scientists from the city of Karlsruhe have presented a prototype that […]
Fuel Surge: CIB invests $500M to develop Canadian ZEV charging, hydrogen refuelling infrastructure
Toronto, Ontario – Last Wednesday, the Canada Infrastructure Bank announced the launch of the Charging and Hydrogen Refuelling Infrastructure Initiative (CHRI), which will seek to invest $500 million into the installation of zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) chargers across Canada. According to the public interest oriented crown corporation, this project aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, accelerate […]
Honda invests in hydrogen infrastructure
By CRM staff Toronto, Ontario — January 18, 2019 –- Honda Canada has announced a partnership with Toyota Canada and Transition energetique Quebec, to invest in a hydrogen infrastructure project on the south shore of Montreal. The project, which is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2019, will help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions […]
Toyota to highlight hydrogen fuel cell tech at NACE
Anaheim, California — August 4, 2016 — Technology is constantly advancing. Electrics and hybrids were once the cutting edge of propulsion systems, but a new contender is about to step into the ring in North America: the hydrogen fuel cell. Toyota Motor Sales will bring the 2016 Toyota Mirai to NACE in Anaheim, Calif. Attendees […]
