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It will affect almost 73,000 cars The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on November 29 began investigating 72,926 second-generation Chevrolet Volt hybrid vehicles for a variety of issues including loss of power, reduced energy consumption and inability to restart. The US auto safety regulator said a preliminary assessment of 2016-2019 Chevrolet Volts was conducted after receiving 61 complaints. They report a loss of driving force associated with the vehicle's battery energy management module. According to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), the suspected failure "may cause loss of motive power, including stalling, a reduced power condition, or failure to start." Loss of motive power can occur at various speeds, and "the vehicle may not be able to subsequently restart." Some complaints allege that blackouts or blackouts occurred with little or no warning. [caption id="attachment_85491" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Chevrolet Volt a[/caption] Loss of power, reduced energy consumption and inability to restart make Chevrolet Volt a “moving target”. According to Reuters, a Los Angeles owner said his Volt “suddenly and unexpectedly lost power while driving. The vehicle can no longer start or move.” Another owner complained that the Volt couldn't go faster than 60 km/h on the highway and would "stop driving on electric." “ODI is beginning a preliminary assessment (PE) to determine the scope and severity of the potential problem and to fully evaluate potential safety concerns,” the agency said in a document. “A stalled vehicle, along with its operator and passengers, becomes a stationary target,” the ODI document states. GM told Reuters it was cooperating with NHTSA's investigation and said it believed it had "taken appropriate actions to address customer concerns related to the battery energy monitoring module." The automaker added that it "will continue to support the agency's review of this matter."

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It will affect almost 73,000 cars The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on November 29 began investigating 72,926 second-generation Chevrolet Volt hybrid vehicles for a variety of issues including loss of power, reduced energy consumption and inability to restart. The US auto safety regulator said a preliminary assessment of 2016-2019 Chevrolet Volts was conducted after receiving 61 complaints. They report a loss of driving force associated with the vehicle's battery energy management module. According to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), the suspected failure "may cause loss of motive power, including stalling, a reduced power condition, or failure to start." Loss of motive power can occur at various speeds, and "the vehicle may not be able to subsequently restart." Some complaints allege that blackouts or blackouts occurred with little or no warning. [caption id="attachment_85491" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Chevrolet Volt a[/caption] Loss of power, reduced energy consumption and inability to restart make Chevrolet Volt a “moving target”. According to Reuters, a Los Angeles owner said his Volt “suddenly and unexpectedly lost power while driving. The vehicle can no longer start or move.” Another owner complained that the Volt couldn't go faster than 60 km/h on the highway and would "stop driving on electric." “ODI is beginning a preliminary assessment (PE) to determine the scope and severity of the potential problem and to fully evaluate potential safety concerns,” the agency said in a document. “A stalled vehicle, along with its operator and passengers, becomes a stationary target,” the ODI document states. GM told Reuters it was cooperating with NHTSA's investigation and said it believed it had "taken appropriate actions to address customer concerns related to the battery energy monitoring module." The automaker added that it "will continue to support the agency's review of this matter."

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Unlike the “big brother”, this version is single-wheel drive Last year, Lexus launched the RZ 450e battery-powered all-wheel drive crossover, and now the company has introduced a simplified version called the RZ 300e. Interestingly, all the differences come down to range and powertrain. [caption id="attachment_85338" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Lexus RZ 300e[/caption] If the Lexus RZ 450e is all-wheel drive, then the Lexus RZ 300e is single-wheel drive: a motor producing 204 hp is installed on the front axle. The capacity of the traction battery is the same 71.4 kWh as that of the “big brother”, but due to the weight reduced by 100 kg and the absence of all-wheel drive, the range of the younger version is greater - 600 km. [caption id="attachment_85339" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Lexus RZ 300e[/caption] 204 hp, 600 km range and all the same options as the Lexus RZ 450e. Lexus RZ 300e introduced As for the rest, there are no differences. The dimensions of the Lexus RZ 300e (4805 x 1895 x 1635 mm with a wheelbase length of 2850 mm) are exactly the same as the RZ 450e. And in terms of equipment, there are also no special differences: the Lexus RZ 300e has a Mark Levinson speaker network, wireless charging for a smartphone, 20-inch wheels, and a set of Lexus Safety System driver assistance systems. [caption id="attachment_85340" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Lexus RZ 300e[/caption] The cost of the Lexus RZ 300e is 7% lower than that of the RZ 450e: in Japan the car was priced at the equivalent of 52.2 thousand euros.

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And there are only two chief inspectors dealing with it The expensive Toyota Century SUV is produced in small batches, so the company carries out strict quality control at the output. The company spoke about this in its corporate magazine Toyota Times. [caption id="attachment_84999" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Toyota[/caption] If in the classic case dozens of people evaluate the final assembly of cars, then in the case of the Century there are only two. And to do this job, chief inspectors had to go through a rigorous training program. [caption id="attachment_85000" align="alignnone" width="780"] Toyota[/caption] Toyota explained how the Century luxury SUV is checked after assembly. Inspection of a car released from the assembly line includes 17 stages. It all starts with assessing the color and fit of the body panels: there should be no gaps or unevenness at the joints. Pictured below is Moriaki Higa, one of the two chief inspectors. According to him, the Century SUV has stricter "acceptance" standards than the Lexus. For example, while at Lexus, paint quality testing is usually carried out on a sample of cars, in the case of Century, each car is thoroughly inspected. [caption id="attachment_85001" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Toyota[/caption] If the paint and body are OK, the Century is sent on its own to another inspection station to check the mechanical parts. At the same time, it moves on pure electricity (Century, we remind you, is a rechargeable hybrid). After this, the SUV is sent to a special test track, where it is tested on uneven surfaces to identify suspicious noises or knocks. All procedures take the chief inspector about 3.5 hours. But given that they produce only 30 cars a month, Toyota can afford to take its time.

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900 thousand cars were produced in a month In October of this year, production and sales volumes of the leading Japanese automaker Toyota reached record values, as noted in the company's official press release. Production amounted to 900 thousand cars, which is 16.7% higher than the same period last year. At the same time, sales volumes increased by 7%, reaching 890 thousand units. [caption id="attachment_84808" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Toyota[/caption] Toyota is back on the horse According to the Kyodo agency, the positive dynamics are associated with growing consumer demand for Toyota products, especially in the markets of Europe and North America. Last year, Toyota, along with its subsidiaries Daihatsu and Hino, maintained their leadership in global car sales for the third year in a row, selling 10.48 million vehicles.

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The icon has been replaced with a blue dot Since 2009, Toyota has used a blue halo on its T-badge on vehicles equipped with hybrid powertrains. The new Camry doesn't have that badge, even though it's a hybrid. [caption id="attachment_84782" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Toyota[/caption] Instead of a blue accent on the badge, the Toyota Camry gets a blue dot on the trunk next to the letters HEV. Toyota confirmed that the new circle is intended to symbolize "the happiness of people living on earth and the desire to pass it on to the next generation." The new blue circle will replace the previous prominent badge on new Toyota hybrids, plug-in hybrids, battery electric vehicles and fuel cell electric vehicles, a company representative who spoke with Motor Trend confirmed. Those changes start with the Camry, Crown and the automaker's best-known hybrid, the Prius. [caption id="attachment_84783" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Toyota[/caption] Toyota abandoned its corporate logo on cars equipped with hybrid power units Other electrified vehicles like the RAV4, Venza and Corolla have retained the blue badges, but only because they haven't been updated. Soon a blue dot will also appear on them. [caption id="attachment_84784" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Toyota[/caption] It's all part of the automaker's "Beyond Zero" marketing campaign, which involves using electrified vehicles to "go beyond carbon neutrality with its products" and "have a positive impact on our planet and society."

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The new car will hit the track in February The new Toyota Camry will hit the race track before it even reaches dealers. The automaker today unveiled the Camry XSE Next Gen, which will compete in the NASCAR Cup Series next year. It will make its racing debut in early February, but the regular new Camry won't go on sale in the United States until March 19. [caption id="attachment_84656" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Toyota Camry XSE[/caption] Toyota designed the new race car to look like the regular version, and that's the only thing they have in common. The Camry XSE Next Gen features a front fascia and a wide lower grille surrounded by C-shaped corner vents. [caption id="attachment_84657" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Toyota Camry XSE[/caption] Presented 700-horsepower Toyota Camry XSE Next Gen with V8 engine The car received characteristic fender flares. The Toyota badge is located above the Camry lettering between the taillights. The standard front-wheel drive Toyota Camry combines a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with two electric motors for a combined output of 225 hp. All-wheel drive versions receive a third electric motor on the rear axle producing 232 hp. Camry XSE Next Gen will receive a V8 engine with approximately 700 hp. [caption id="attachment_84658" align="alignnone" width="780"] Toyota Camry XSE[/caption] The Camry XSE Next Gen, which replaces the racing Camry TRD, will compete with the new Ford Mustang Dark Horse.

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Only three Century are collected daily Toyota's newest luxury car, the Century Toyota, is meticulously handcrafted by a team of 40 skilled workers selected from a workforce of 1,500. To secure a place on the team, these workers had to successfully pass a rigorous exam. Hiroki Tanaka, one of the workers selected for the team, was required to complete a mandatory training course and successfully pass a certification exam. The exam consisted of three modules: an initial assessment of basic skills, a written test covering the history of the Century, vehicle design and related topics, and a practical exam designed to demonstrate skills in creating a luxury series. [caption id="attachment_84604" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Toyota[/caption] “The written exam was harder than the practical exam, with 200 questions, but I aced it by working hard on my textbooks for the first time since I was a student,” he told Toyota Times. — I learned a lot of new things: from the history of Toyota and Century to unique technologies for manufacturing high-quality cars. It was an invaluable experience." The 35-year-old assembler, a graduate of the Technical Skills Academy, has been with Toyota since 2007. He says he was very excited to immediately start working on the Land Cruiser line because it was his dream car. He installs the suspension components on the Century. Toyota technicians spend 12 times longer tightening Century bolts than on other vehicles. [caption id="attachment_84605" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Toyota[/caption] Precision is always a big focus for Toyota, but the luxurious Century puts extra emphasis on it. “On every assembly line except Century, every nut or bolt is tightened in one pass using a fastening tool,” Tanaka said. “However, on the Century assembly line, strict precision requirements mean that we first use a hand-tightening fixture and then re-tighten with a fastening tool to get closer to the target torque. Finally, we use a digital torque wrench whose torque values ​​are fed into computers and work manually to arrive at the final value.” In practice, a worker can spend up to a minute tightening larger parts, which is 12 times longer than the five seconds it takes workers to tighten nuts and bolts on other vehicles. At the same time, Toyota produces only three copies of the Century per day. [caption id="attachment_84606" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Toyota[/caption] On the Century assembly line, these carefully selected workers are divided into four specialized sections: trim, responsible for controlling components such as dashboards and roofs; the chassis, responsible for mounting the engine, suspension and battery integration of the PHEV; final assembly including seats, doors and windows; “tuning/fluids” that control tasks such as engine coolant and brake systems.

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It covers 45,000 vehicles Stellantis is recalling more than 45,000 Jeep Wrangler 4xe hybrid SUVs worldwide because the high-voltage battery pack may catch fire. The company released a statement saying regular checks of customer data led to an internal investigation that resulted in the discovery of eight vehicle fires. All were parked and turned off, and six were plugged into chargers. The recall affects 32,125 model year 2021-2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe vehicles in the United States, 3,856 in Canada, and 9,249 outside North America. Stellantis says the affected vehicles can be driven, but advises owners to "refrain from charging these hybrid vehicles and park them away from structures and other vehicles until the problems are resolved." The fix involves flashing the software, but if a certain error code is detected, the entire battery pack will be replaced. The American automaker estimates that one percent of affected vehicles may have this defect. Customers will be contacted and informed when they can schedule their service appointment. Even unstarted best-selling Jeep Wrangler 4xe lights up. [caption id="attachment_84573" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Jeep Wrangler 4xe[/caption] Introduced in late 2020, the Jeep Wrangler 4xe is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four engine paired with a motor generator integrated into an eight-speed automatic transmission. The hybrid system produces a total output of 375 horsepower, and the high-voltage battery that powers the electric motor inside the transmission has a capacity of 17 kWh, which is enough to give the all-electric vehicle a range of 21 miles on a full charge. In the third quarter of this year, the Wrangler 4xe became the best-selling hybrid passenger car in the United States, with 17,662 units sold. By comparison, Toyota and Lexus combined managed to sell just 12,678 PHEVs in the US in the third quarter.

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Known power The new Ford Mondeo, which received a hybrid power plant based on a 1.5 liter turbocharged internal combustion engine, was declassified before the announcement. [caption id="attachment_84549" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Ford Mondeo 2024[/caption] The car received wheels with reduced aerodynamic drag and tires measuring 235/45 R19. The equipment also includes sports seats with combined upholstery. The vehicle's instrument panel provides information about the operation of the hybrid system. The car will receive a set of electronic driver assistance systems, including adaptive cruise control and automatic parking function. The new Ford Mondeo 2024 was declassified right before the announcement [caption id="attachment_84550" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Ford Mondeo 2024[/caption] [caption id="attachment_84551" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Ford Mondeo 2024[/caption] The turbocharged internal combustion engine is accompanied by an electric motor, and the total power of the hybrid power plant is 188 horsepower. Prices for the car will be revealed on November 30. [caption id="attachment_84552" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Ford Mondeo 2024[/caption] Judging by the photographs, the car has a huge screen that extends from the driver to the front passenger.

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The company is accelerating its entry into a new market With the arrival of new CEO Koji Sato, Toyota has dramatically increased its commitment to electrics as it races to catch up with competitors with a wave of new models and innovative battery technologies. One of the first new electric vehicles will be a three-row SUV that will be built at Toyota's Georgetown, Kentucky plant starting in 2025 and will target the same part of the market as the Kia EV9. Toyota says this new model will use batteries made at its own plant in Liberty, North Carolina, which already employs 2,000 people but plans to increase that number to 5,000. By 2030, Toyota says it will be able to produce a total capacity of 30 GWh of batteries in North Carolina each year, enough for 375,000 80.0 kWh batteries, but production will be split into 10 different lines to produce different batteries. sizes for electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. [caption id="attachment_84537" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Toyota and Lexus[/caption] Toyota and Lexus with solid-state batteries will be able to travel up to 1000 km without recharging Toyota says it aims to produce 3.5 million electric vehicles annually by 2030, including 30 different models under the Toyota and Lexus brands. A significant number of them will be produced in the States. Toyota's battery technology will also develop rapidly. In 2027, a high-performance bipolar unit will be introduced, which will use lithium-ion chemistry and a high-nickel cathode. Such batteries will provide a range of 830 km and will be recharged from 10 to 80% within 20 minutes. In addition, Toyota confirms plans to introduce solid-state batteries in Toyota and Lexus vehicles as early as 2027. Toyota says its first-generation solid-state batteries are designed for a range of about 830 km with the ability to charge from 10 to 80% in 10 minutes, but also says a subsequent version of the battery will increase the range to 1000 km. It was previously reported that Toyota solid-state batteries will appear in tens of thousands of company vehicles by 2030.

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The car will have three exterior design options Despite the fact that Toyota has already unveiled the new Camry , the sales start date has not been disclosed, and there is no information about when pre-orders will begin to be accepted. Meanwhile, the Chinese resource Autohome shared some details on this matter. [caption id="attachment_84270" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Toyota Camry[/caption] The all-new Toyota Camry will go on sale no earlier than March 2024. At least in China In China, sales of the ninth generation Camry are reported to start no earlier than March 2024. Orders will likely begin to be accepted in February during the so-called “Spring Festival” holidays surrounding the Chinese New Year (February 10, 2024). Another interesting point: it is reported that in China the Camry will receive three “faces”, although at the time of the announcement there were two options for external design. It is known that the purely petrol version with a 2-liter engine and the hybrid based on a 2.5-liter engine will have their own design options. And the third option may mean an additional styling package - usually these are offered for an additional fee.

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In this rating, cars are very popular among buyers The Chrysler 300C came out in 2011 and is about to turn 13 years old. However, its platform is even older - from the mid-2000s, it was created in collaboration with Mercedes. Despite this, the brutal sedan is in demand in the USA. And even more: according to Consumer Reports, such a car is sold with a decent markup of 12% relative to the recommended price. [caption id="attachment_83236" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Toyota Prius and Kia Telluride[/caption] Toyota Prius and Kia Telluride included in anti-rating This is attributed precisely to conservatism: the Chrysler 300C is a prominent representative of old-school engineering. Enthusiasts are hunting for special versions with a 485-horsepower V8, and dealers, understanding the value of the car, are ready to raise prices. In second place is the popular small pickup truck Ford Maverick, and in third place as the most overrated new car is the Kia Stinger. The Stinger has never been particularly popular in the United States, but buyers are willing to pay a premium for a model that will soon become history. But with the Kia Telluride and the new Toyota Prius, the story is classic - these cars are very popular in the USA in their own right, so dealers are not averse to making extra money. Finally, in 10th place with an average markup of 6% relative to the retail price is the Toyota Supra. And here the explanation for the increased price is not obvious: perhaps buyers are willing to pay more because of... a manual transmission.

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The information was confirmed by Toyota New details have emerged about the ninth-generation 2025 Toyota Camry , which has received significant changes to the powertrain. For the first time in history, the Camry is available exclusively as a four-cylinder hybrid. This means that the legendary Camry three and five, equipped with a 3.5-liter V6 engine, is becoming a thing of the past. Additionally, the lineup also lacks a sporty TRD model. [caption id="attachment_82329" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Toyota Camry 2025[/caption] Toyota has offered a V6 engine option in the Camry for decades. The third generation model introduced the six-cylinder engine to the United States for the 1988 model year. This 2.5-liter powerplant produced about 153 hp, while the base 2-liter four-cylinder engine at the time only made about 114 hp. Since then, the V6 has become the mainstay of the Camry lineup. [caption id="attachment_82330" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Toyota Camry 2025[/caption] Toyota Camry 2025 lost its legendary V6 engine and TRD version The situation changed in 2025. The 2.5-liter four-cylinder hybrid engine produces 225 hp. on the front wheels or 232 hp. with all-wheel drive, which is much less than the 301 horsepower of the outgoing V6. [caption id="attachment_82331" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Toyota Camry 2025[/caption] When asked by Motor1 about the lack of a V6 engine, a Toyota spokesperson said the press release included “all trim levels and powertrains for the 2025 model year.” A Toyota spokesman later added that "the V6 is finished." [caption id="attachment_82332" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Toyota Camry 2025[/caption] The situation is similar with the TRD package, which has disappeared from the lineup. Among the available trim levels, the top-end is the XSE, which is equipped with two-tone paint and 19-inch wheels. Buyers can choose a two-tone color scheme with a Midnight Black Metallic roof and Ocean Gem, Wind Chill Pearl, Heavy Metal or Supersonic Red body.

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Now only a hybrid Toyota, which sells about 300,000 Camrys a year, has unveiled the ninth generation of its popular sedan. The 2025 Toyota Camry is available exclusively as a hybrid, and buyers can choose between front- or all-wheel drive configurations, as well as LE, SE, XLE and XSE trim levels. Its hybrid powertrain combines a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with electric motors. The front-wheel drive version is equipped with two electric motors with a total power of 225 hp. The AWD version adds a third motor-generator to the rear axle, increasing total power to 232 hp. [caption id="attachment_82272" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Toyota Camry 2025[/caption] Both powertrains use an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission (eCVT). The hybrid system uses a lithium-ion battery, but Toyota is not revealing its capacity until after the launch of the new Camry. The ninth-generation Camry is a major update, not a completely new car. The 2025 model is based on the same TNGA-K platform that was used in the eighth generation model. There's a reworked suspension with new shock absorbers and revised tuning. The automaker touts the setup as offering "enhanced responsiveness and agility." [caption id="attachment_82273" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Toyota Camry 2025[/caption] Toyota Camry 2025 presented The 2025 Camry looks similar to the eighth-generation model, with a large lower front grille and thin headlights. The new model received standard LED headlights, running lights and taillights. Ocean Gem and Heavy Metal are new available paint options in addition to the current Camry Ice Cap, Wind Chill Pearl, Celestial Silver Metallic, Underground, Midnight Black Metallic, Supersonic Red and Reservoir Blue. [caption id="attachment_82274" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Toyota Camry 2025[/caption] The XSE model gets a body-color lower fascia, black trunk trim and 19-inch wheels. It is available with a Midnight Black Metallic roof paired with Ocean Gem, Wind Chill Pearl, Heavy Metal and Supersonic Red. The Camry comes with a 7-inch digital instrument cluster and an 8-inch infotainment screen. XLE and XSE feature 12.3-inch displays for instrumentation and multimedia functions. The technology includes support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto wireless networks, as well as a wireless charging pad. Higher-level classrooms also feature a 10-inch head-up display. A nine-speaker JBL stereo system is available. [caption id="attachment_82275" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Toyota Camry 2025[/caption] All 2025 Camrys are equipped with the Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 suite of technologies, including a pre-collision system that detects vehicles and pedestrians, adaptive cruise control, lane departure assist, road sign assist, automatic high beams, monitoring blind spot and rear cross traffic alert. XLE and XSE offer an optional Premium Plus package that adds Traffic Jam Assist, front cross-traffic alert, lane change assist, a panoramic view monitor, and front and rear park assist with automatic braking. [caption id="attachment_82276" align="aligncenter" width="780"] Toyota Camry 2025[/caption] The new Camry will go on sale in spring 2024. Prices are not yet known.