Toyota, well-known for its hybrid vehicles with the Prius being the most recognizable, seems to be trailing behind other manufacturers in the transition to an all-electric lineup. The brand’s CEO, Akio Toyoda, who is the founder’s grandson, will reportedly step down in April due to this lag. However, as Toyota moves towards its first dedicated electric vehicle platform, it remains steadfast in its belief that a combination of EVs, hybrids, and green technologies is the most sustainable approach for the future, rather than solely relying on battery-powered cars. The carmaker’s Chief Scientist, Gill Pratt, backs this stance with substantial evidence. … Continue reading Toyota’s Chief Scientist Defends Hybrid Cars in the Age of EVs