Toyota is preparing to reduce its electric vehicle (EV) production goals for next year, revising its original target of producing 1.5 million EVs by 2026 to 1 million. A Toyota spokesperson clarified that this figure isn’t a strict target but rather a guideline aimed at improving the company’s infrastructure and supply chain for battery electric vehicles (BEVs).
However, Toyota isn’t alone in reassessing its EV ambitions. Other major automakers like Volvo, Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, General Motors, and Ford have also scaled back their EV production plans.
Recently, Volvo revealed it would no longer aim to be fully electric by 2030. Instead, it plans to retain some hybrid models, targeting 90-100% of its sales to be from fully electric or plug-in hybrids by 2030. Similarly, Porsche announced in July that its goal of achieving 80% EV sales by 2030 depends on market demand and technological advances.
BMW berjaya menerajui pasaran kenderaan elektrik bateri (BEV) di Eropah buat pertama kalinya pada Julai 2024, mengatasi Tesla dalam pencapaian penting ini. Berdasarkan data dari JATO Dynamics, BMW berjaya menjual 14,869 unit BEV pada bulan tersebut, melebihi Tesla dengan kira-kira 300 unit. Peralihan ini menandakan kejayaan yang semakin meningkat bagi pembuat kereta tradisional dalam pasaran kenderaan elektrik, yang sebelum ini didominasi oleh Tesla.
Pencapaian ini dicapai di tengah-tengah trend yang menunjukkan jenama kereta tradisional, yang disokong oleh dasar kerajaan dan kesetiaan pelanggan yang kuat, mula mengejar pengeluar kenderaan elektrik tulen seperti Tesla. BMW melaporkan peningkatan sebanyak 35% dalam jualan BEV berbanding tahun sebelumnya, sementara Tesla menyaksikan penurunan sebanyak 16% dalam pendaftaran kenderaan mereka.
BMW led the European battery electric vehicle (BEV) market for the first time in July 2024, surpassing Tesla in a significant milestone. According to data from JATO Dynamics, BMW sold 14,869 BEVs during the month, edging out Tesla by approximately 300 units. This shift underscores the growing success of traditional automakers in the electric vehicle (EV) space, despite Tesla’s dominance.
BMW’s achievement comes amid a broader trend where traditional car brands, bolstered by government policies and strong customer loyalty, are beginning to catch up to pure electric vehicle manufacturers. BMW reported a 35% jump in BEV sales from the previous year, while Tesla saw its registrations fall by 16%.
Lexus Malaysia telah melancarkan model baharu Lexus RZ 450e Luxury, kenderaan elektrik bateri (BEV) pertama yang tersedia secara global dari jenama tersebut. Ini adalah langkah penting dalam perjalanan elektrifikasi Lexus, yang bertujuan untuk mencapai 100% BEV di seluruh dunia menjelang 2035.
Lexus Malaysia has made a bold entrance into the electric vehicle (EV) market with the launch of the all-new, all-electric Lexus RZ 450e Luxury. This model represents Lexus’ first globally available, purpose-built battery-electric vehicle (BEV), merging sustainability with personalised Luxury and exceptional craftsmanship.
As the first BEV developed from the start to be fully electric, the Lexus RZ draws on the brand’s long experience in electrified mobility. The new model aligns with the global Lexus electrification journey, which is contributing to a carbon-neutral society by aiming to offer 100% BEVs globally by 2035. Lexus’ “More Than Electric” emphasises this promise, setting the precedence for a range of Luxury EVs and HEVs from the brand that will make a positive impact on the planet and society.
Dinamikjaya Motors Sdn Bhd secara rasmi melancarkan Kenderaan Bateri Elektrik (BEV) keduanya di Malaysia di The Exchange TRX. Kia EV9 kini boleh ditempah pada harga bermula RM368,888.00. Pelancaran ini menandakan peristiwa penting dalam dunia automotif, diadakan di destinasi gaya hidup bertaraf dunia di tengah-tengah daerah kewangan antarabangsa Kuala Lumpur, Tun Razak Exchange.
Kia EV9, yang memulakan kerjayanya pada Mac 2023, telah menerima pengiktirafan antarabangsa, memenangi anugerah berprestij seperti 2024 World Car of The Year dan Best of the Best Award dalam kategori Kereta dan Motosikal oleh Red Dot Award: Product Design 2024.
Dinamikjaya Motors Sdn Bhd has officially unveiled its second Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) in Malaysia at The Exchange TRX. The Kia EV9, now available for booking at a starting price of RM368,888.00, marks the first automotive launch at this world-class experiential lifestyle destination located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur’s international financial district, the Tun Razak Exchange.
The Kia EV9, which debuted in March 2023, has already earned international acclaim, winning prestigious awards such as the 2024 World Car of The Year and the Best of the Best Award in the Cars and Motorcycle category by Red Dot Award: Product Design 2024.
Isuzu has announced the forthcoming arrival of the electric D-Max ute in Australia, introducing the ‘D-Max EV concept’ ahead of the Bangkok International Motor Show. This concept serves as a preview of the production ‘D-Max BEV’ model scheduled to launch in mainland Europe in 2025, with an anticipated arrival in Australia around 2026.
Based on the current D-Max ute introduced in 2020, the EV concept boasts a 66.9kWh lithium-ion battery, full-time 4X4 capability, dual electric motors generating 174hp and 325Nm, a 1,000kg payload capacity, and a 3,500kg braked towing capacity. It achieves a maximum speed of over 130km/h.
While specific technical details such as driving range and charging speed are yet to be confirmed, Isuzu emphasises that the D-Max BEV maintains the rugged performance expected of pickup trucks, excelling on rough terrain with a smooth, linear acceleration characteristic of electric vehicles.
Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Toyota, Ted Ogawa, berkata dia tidak pasti kenderaan elektrik akan menjadi sangat popular di Amerika menjelang 2030. Walaupun kerajaan mahukan banyak kereta elektrik di jalan raya, Toyota masih lebih berminat untuk membuat kereta hibrid.
Ogawa berkata Toyota akan terus membuat apa yang orang mahukan, dan sekarang, itu kebanyakannya kereta hibrid. Toyota membelanjakan banyak wang untuk membuat kereta hibrid di Amerika Utara.
Kerajaan mahu lebih separuh daripada semua kereta baharu menjadi elektrik menjelang 2030, tetapi Toyota menyasarkan hanya 30%. Ogawa berkata Toyota mungkin hanya membeli kredit untuk memenuhi peraturan kerajaan dan bukannya mengubah rancangannya.
Toyota’s CEO, Ted Ogawa, has expressed a conservative outlook regarding the penetration of electric vehicles (EVs) in the US market by 2030. Despite targets set by the EPA, Toyota aims to leverage its position as a hybrid advocate rather than heavily investing in battery electric vehicles (BEVs).
Ogawa emphasised Toyota’s commitment to aligning with customer demand, which currently leans towards various forms of electrification, predominantly hybrids with internal combustion engines. Toyota’s strategy revolves around meeting this demand while maintaining its hybrid-centric approach.
Toyota’s investment in a $13.9 million battery complex in North Carolina underscores its commitment to hybrid and EV production in North America. The company has poured approximately $17 billion into its US manufacturing operations since 2021, with a particular focus on hybrid production.
While the EPA’s 2030 regulations push for over half of new cars to be BEVs, Toyota’s plan targets only 30%. Ogawa acknowledges the regulatory gap and hints at potential credit purchases to meet compliance while prioritizing customer demand over regulatory pressures.
Despite being a top-selling automaker, Toyota’s EV sales lag behind competitors like Tesla. Ogawa admits the company’s technological gap in battery technology but asserts active efforts to catch up, emphasising not only product development but also creating a supportive ecosystem for BEVs, including charging infrastructure and energy management solutions.
Toyota’s strategy in the evolving EV market reflects a cautious yet adaptive approach, prioritising customer demand and leveraging its expertise in hybrid technology. While the company faces challenges in meeting regulatory targets and competing with established EV manufacturers, its investments and commitment to innovation signal a proactive stance in navigating the transition towards electrification.
