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Toyota's Master Plan for a Low Carbon Future

Toyota Canada CEO defends Toyota's strategy

"But, if overall carbon reduction is our true goal — and we think it should be — then public policy needs to embrace, not discourage lower cost, potentially [more efficient] solutions using already available technology. And here’s why: Carbon reduction can only be achieved by consumers deciding to spend their own money in ways that deliver a practical return for themselves."

Motor Mouth: Toyota’s master plan for a low-carbon future | Driving

Prius Pete Feb 13, 2020 Read More Replies: 140

Data for 2018 is in, EVs continue to get cleaner in the USA

Here is the report from UCS:
https://blog.ucsusa.org/dave-reichmuth/are-electric-vehicles-really-better-for-the-climate-yes-heres-why

There are a number of interesting bullet points. Including that the grid continues to improve, the average EV continues to get more efficient.

Links to the full details of their methodology are available. They are using the governments GREET data.

Zythryn Feb 12, 2020 Read More Replies: 25

Anyone see or drive a new Porsche Taycan?

I had a chance to test drive a Taycan Turbo (non-S) while my other car was in for service. Holy crap. The acceleration on this thing was unreal. Interior was much better quality than the Model S I sat in, and the exterior is subjectively better as well. I could definitely see myself in one of these, if I made 2-3x more money.

Check one out if you get the chance. Looks like there's finally a high-end competitor to the Tesla.

JK919 Feb 11, 2020 Read More Replies: 32