![]() ![]() Toyota is also reimagining how they build cars as they want to embrace giga casting and a “self-propelling assembly line.” The latter would eliminate the need for expensive conveyors as cars would drive themselves down the assembly line after they reach a certain stage.įurthermore, Toyota is working to incorporate a smaller rear eAxle into its vehicles. ![]() If that wasn’t impressive enough, Toyota said they’re already working on a solid-state battery with a “higher-level specification.” This one aims to have 50% more range than the Performance battery, so that’d be a whopping 1,500 km (932 miles).īesides focusing on batteries, Toyota is working on “aerodynamic drag reduction technology based on rocket hypersonic aerodynamics.” The company went on to say “by being able to reduce aerodynamic drag without being restricted by the shape of the car, it is expected to combine an attractive design/packaging with aerodynamic performance (Cd0.1 level in view).” ![]() The battery would also allow vehicles to go from a 10-80% charge in 10 minutes or less, which approaches the speed of refueling an ICE-powered vehicle. The company estimates their solid-state battery will have a 20% increase in range compared to their Performance battery, so that’d be 1,200 km (746 km). In particular, Toyota said we can expect an additional 10% increase in range as well as a 10% reduction in cost.īesides ‘traditional’ batteries, Toyota is aiming to have solid-state batteries ready for commercialization in 2027 or 2028. It’s slated to arrive in 2027 or 2028 and build on the benefits of the standard Performance battery. If that wasn’t enough options, Toyota is also working on a High Performance bipolar lithium-ion battery. The automaker also said the battery will be 20% cheaper than the one found in the bZ4X and will be able to go from a 10-80% charge in 20 minutes or less. Toyota didn’t say too much about it, but the battery will be “square” and have an increased energy density. Those are only part of the equation as the battery plays a big role. ![]()
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