en them exceed 240 miles, making them the longest-range BEVs in DHL's U.S. fleet to-date.   The deployment supports DHL's global Sustainability Roadmap, which includes a target to electrify 66% of its last-mile delivery vehicles by 2030. This effort includes fleet electrification, the expansion of carbon-neutral facilities, and the increased use of sustainable aviation fuels. (DHL release on October 16, 2025)...

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ed to generate approximately 15 million kWh of clean electricity per year, enough to power 1,400 average U.S. homes for a year. The initiative supports Toyota’s broader environmental strategy within its Toyota Environmental Challenge 2050, including the goal of making all its manufacturing plants carbon neutral by 2035. Toyota Kentucky is the company’s largest facility globally, with nearly 10,000 employees assembling the Camry Hybrid, RAV4 H...

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inable tomorrow”, Mazda will hold a world premiere of its latest creation, representing the vision of a world that harmonizes a sustainable society with uplifting experiences through the joy of driving. Also on display will be Mazda’s proprietary CO2 capture technology, as well as algae-derived carbon-neutral fuel. The all-new CX-5 (European specification model), unveiled in Europe in July, will be publicly displayed for the first time in the...

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he Sebeș site. The electric drive unit for the new GLC was designed in-house and consists of three main parts: the electric motor, power electronics, and transmission. These are assembled into complete systems at Sebeș and then shipped to Bremen for vehicle production. The production at Sebeș is carbon-neutral and powered by renewable electricity. A 5 MW solar installation is being considered, and the new hall is heated using a heat pump syste...

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Covestro and EGAT launch carbon-neutral EV charging station in Prachuap Khiri Khan, Thailand On October 2, 2025, Covestro (Thailand) announced a partnership with the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT) to build an eco-friendly EV charging station at the EGAT Learning Center in Prachuap Khiri Khan. The station, officially launched on September 26, follows the “Enlightened EcoCharge” concept, serving both as a charging point and...

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ic motorcycle concept and high-end mountain bike featuring electric assistance function, both being world premieres. Honda will exhibit the actual experimental model of its rocket used in the launch and landing test successfully conducted in Taiki Town in Hokkaido, Japan in June 2025. In pursuit of carbon-neutral society, Honda is working on the development of “sustainable rocket” which will feature technologies that enable reuse of the rocke...

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Bentley opens new Engineering Technical Centre in Crewe plant, UK On September 26, Bentley Motors opened its new Engineering Technical Centre at its carbon-neutral headquarters in Crewe, UK. It is part of a larger investment in future facilities and products. The centre combines virtual and physical development, enabling closer collaboration across teams. Spread over 13,000 sqm. across two floors, it includes a prototype workshop, materials devel...

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around 20% of Mercedes-Benz Group AG’s annual electricity needs in Germany, reinforcing the company’s commitment to renewable energy. Mercedes-Benz highlighted the ecological and economic significance of the project, noting it as a cornerstone of its sustainability strategy and progress toward carbon-neutral production. UKA, as the wind farm owner, will supply electricity to Mercedes-Benz for the next 25 years, positioning the project as a f...

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Toyota Research Institute uses behavioral science to optimize EV charging On September 16, the Toyota Research Institute (TRI) released new research showing that behavioral science-based interventions can significantly improve EV charging habits, helping reduce carbon emissions. The studies, conducted in the U.S. and Japan, tested ChargeMinder, a prototype app developed by TRI’s Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HCAI) division, incorporat...

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and CNF Technologies: The “Super Ene-Charge” system announced last year is being developed as a hybrid system that leverages lightweight vehicle bodies, and it is expected to achieve the targeted performance. Suzuki is refining its high-speed combustion and low-friction technologies. Regarding carbon-neutral fuel (CNF) vehicles, mass production of the flexible fuel motorcycle began in India in January 2025, and Suzuki has adapted various aut...

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driving technology, and Toray Industries, Inc. (Toray) announced on September 10 that they will jointly start joint field transportation testing on major roads using an autonomous truck from September. The test will utilize a framework agreed with seven petroleum companies for expanding the use of carbon neutral (zero greenhouse gas emissions) fuel. The petroleum companies will supply fuels such as renewable diesel fuel. (From an article in the ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/11

edes-Benz invested over EUR 2 billion in its European assembly plants to support the transition. The company expects production costs to fall 10% by 2027 through digital twins, AI optimization, expanded renewable energy use, and increased sourcing from low-cost countries. With all sites already net carbon-neutral since 2022, Mercedes-Benz aims for 100% renewable energy in global production by 2039. (Mercedes-Benz on September 8, 2025)...

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such as steel, aluminium, plastics, copper, and glass will be sorted and reintroduced into production through TSR’s recycling process. The project aims to secure a sustainable and resilient supply of raw materials for the auto industry. It supports Mercedes-Benz’s Ambition 2039, targeting a net carbon-neutral fleet across the entire value chain. Mercedes-Benz wants to increase secondary raw materials to 40% in its cars within the next decade,...

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ectric car at the Volkswagen Autoeuropa Palmela plant. The signing took place after a visit to the factory’s new large press and paint shop. Volkswagen will receive up to EUR 30 million in support, as part of a total EUR 270 million investment (PT2030 program, under the “Energy Efficiency and Decarbonization” scheme). The funding will help the plant stay competitive globally by producing new cost-efficient models while supporting Europe’s...

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T2 and seven oil companies agree to expand use of carbon-neutral fuel for autonomous driving trucks T2 Inc. (T2, Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo) has agreed with seven companies in the oil industry to expand the use of carbon-neutral (CN) fuel. The companies will collaborate to improve refueling operations, for example, aiming to promote the use of CN fuel for autonomous driving trucks, whose broader application is expected due to a shortage of drivers. The ...

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Hungarian Investment Promotion Agency (HIPA)announced that Magyar Suzuki Zrt. has announced an investment of nearly EUR 24.5 million at its Esztergom plant, aimed at plant modernization, enhancing efficiency, fully utilizing existing capacity, adapting flexibly to future demands, and moving toward carbon-neutral operations. The project aims to improve automation and digitalization, expand the use of robotics, and introduce advanced fault-detect...

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MAN Truck & Bus starts full-scale production of electric trucks On June 16, MAN Truck & Bus started the series production of its electric trucks—marking a major step toward its goal of being carbon dioxide neutral by 2050. The trucks are built on the same line as diesel models, improving flexibility and efficiency at Munich plant. MAN has invested nearly EUR 400 million in R&D to add battery-electric versions to its existing truck range. Around...

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VDA unveils 10-point plan for climate-neutral mobility, urges EU to increase EV support and flexibility On June 6, the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) has released a 10-point plan for climate-neutral mobility ahead of EU talks in Brussels. The plan urges policymakers in Berlin and Brussels to create the right conditions for long-term success in electric mobility and to support flexibility and innovation to meet climate goals. ...

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Aisan Industry’s Mirai Plant equipped with carbon-neutral facilities to launch operation in FY2026 The Aisan Mirai Plant, which was under construction in Anjo City, Aichi Prefecture, by Aisan Industry Co., Ltd. (Aisan Industry), was completed on May 29, 2025. It is scheduled to start operation within FY2026 as a state-of-the-art carbon-neutral (virtually zero greenhouse gas emissions) factory. The new plant is the first factory in the Chubu cen...

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Mercedes-Benz targets 45,000 fast-charging points by 2029 On May 22, Mercedes-Benz announced that it is moving steadily toward an all-electric future, aiming for a carbon-neutral new vehicle fleet by 2039. The speed of this shift will depend on customer demand and market conditions. A strong charging network is key to this transition. Expanding public charging infrastructure will help make electric driving easier and more energy-efficient. To sup...

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