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Toyota unveils next-generation hybrid engine, targets over 15 percent fuel economy gain

Toyota is developing a next-generation hybrid engine with a target of improving fuel economy by more than 15 percent. It has unveiled a new 1.5-litre four-cylinder gasoline engine for hybrids and plug-in hybrids, to be offered in naturally aspirated and turbocharged versions. Toyota is designing the engine, motor and control systems as an integrated powertrain to cut losses and improve efficiency. The powertrain will be used on its Multi Pathway platform shared across EVs and hybrids.

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Next-generation transformer development steps up to ease data centre power crunch

As power demand surges with the expansion of AI data centres, solid-state transformers are drawing attention as a way to ease grid bottlenecks because they are smaller and offer better power control than conventional transformers. In the United States, delivery times for some large transformers have stretched to as long as 5 years. Researchers developed a 1 MW prototype and tested it on a 13,200-volt distribution line, while private funding is also increasing.

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Foxconn to buy 50% stake in Mitsubishi Electric Mobility in bid for Japan EV platform

Taiwan\'s Foxconn is buying a 50% stake in Mitsubishi Electric\'s automotive parts business to expand its electric-vehicle push. Hon Hai Precision Industry, through investment unit Lin Yin International Investment, signed a final agreement to acquire 50% of Mitsubishi Electric Mobility for 115 billion yen. The deal values the business at 320 billion yen and is due to close on Oct. 1, 2027, after regulatory reviews.