Global Auto News BMW Group and Toyota agree to Mid-to-long-term Research Collaboration BMW Group and Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announced on December 1 that they signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) concerning a mid-to-long-term collaboration on next-generation environment-friendly technologies. Under the MOU, the two companies agreed on a collaborative research in the field of next-generation lithium-ion battery technologies. They have also agreed to identify and discuss other possible collaborative projects. In addition, Toyota Motor Europe (TME), TMC’s European subsidiary, and BMW Group have entered into a contract under which BMW Group is to supply 1.6 liter and 2.0 liter diesel engines to TME starting in 2014. The engines will be installed in certain Toyota-produced vehicles planned for sale in the European market. Through this agreement, Toyota plans to expand its European lineup and sales of fuel-efficient, low CO2-emission diesel-powered vehicles.
Here is walk around footage I took of the all-new Lexus CT200h hybrid during the kick off party at the Skylight West in New York, NY. “The Darker Side of Green” is the latest ad campaign for the all-new Lexus CT200h hybrid. The CT which debuted in Geneva a few months ago makes its North American debut in New York City. Guests of “The Darker Side of Green” kick off party got an up close, sneak preview of the new CT200h prior to the press days of the 2010 New York Auto Show. The event also featured an engaging debate between eco-friendly journalist Amanda Little and anti-eco Phelim McAleer. Comedienne Sarah Silverman moderated the debate and added some comical sense into the very pertinent environmental matter. Some of the celebrities that came to the event included but not limited to Tyson Beckford, Kevin Bacon, wife Kyra Sedgewick and rapper hall-of-famer Rev. Run of Run DMC just to name a few!!! This is Lexus’ fifth hybrid vehicle since the introduction of the RX400h hybrid luxury utility vehicle in 2005. More photos here: www.flipside909.com
Video footage from the DUB section of the 2011 New York International Auto Show featuring some cars from Martino Auto Concepts. Vehicles include a widebody and Active Autowerke supercharged E92 M3 with a custom Lambo green paint job, Ferrari Enzo, two Nissan GTR’s, a matte gray Cadillac, and a few others. Please watch in full 1080P High Definition for best video and sound quality! Martino Auto Concepts: www.martinoautoconcepts.com Rate, comment, subscribe!
Walk-Around Video of the Scion FR-S Concept Car at the 2011 New York International Auto Show in Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. Watch at the end of the video where the guy uses the “remote control” to back it up!
