WardsAuto Engine, Propulsion & Tech Update
 
















NOVEMBER 13, 2023



TEST DRIVES

Everything’s Big in TX

Lexus grows its lineup to include the 3-row TX, including the flagship model featuring a brand-exclusive 3.5L V-6 PHEV system capable of up to 33 miles of electric-only driving.

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Tesla and CATL: A Comparative Analysis of Q3 Financial Reports
Impacted by Tesla’s production-line upgrades at Giga Shanghai, CATL is the only company among China’s top five EV battery makers to experience a reduction in installed volume in September, according to Wards Intelligence’s analysis.
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2023 Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems Winner: BMW M2

This video clip highlighting the BMW M2 was played during the recent ceremony celebrating the 2023 winners.

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WardsAuto Podcast: Federally Funded Hydrogen Hubs Part of $50 Billion Investments

The U.S. government is allocating $7 billion for hydrogen hubs, part of $50 billion-plus in investments going toward building a hydrogen energy revolution.

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Toyota Rolls Out Two BEV Concepts at Japan Show

Toyota brings two BEV concepts aimed at SUV and sportscar consumers.

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Toyota Giveth and Taketh; Affordability from Stellantis, VinFast?; VW and Charging News
Toyota is going bigger on a U.S. battery plant at the same time it slashes its 2023 BEV forecast, while Stellantis and VinFast promise affordable BEVs and Chevy releases pricing for not-so-affordable Equinox.

Volvo Opens 'Flagship' Software Center Boosting SDV Capability

Volvo advances its software-defined-vehicle technological strengths with a new flagship software center in Sweden.

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GM and Honda Break Up, GM Dials Back; Tesla Supercharger; Tokyo Show News
Honda pulls out of an affordable BEV project with GM, as the latter dials back several BEV-related goals.