Toyota is committed to Carbon Neutrality by 2050 and aims to achieve Net Zero Carbon in Manufacturing Operations by 2035 guided by Toyota Environmental Challenges 2050 (TEC 2050).
Marking the World Biofuel Day, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) reiterates its commitment to sustainable mobility. The company has been advancing greener
mobility solutions by introducing and supporting multiple clean technologies considering various factors such as the current energy mix, unique consumer needs, infrastructure readiness, and the Government’s diversified efforts towards becoming ‘Atma Nirbhar’ in energy by 2047.
This provides a big opportunity for India to tackle energy security concerns, boost economic growth and combat climate change by lowering carbon emissions.
Globally to counter this challenge, Electrified Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFV-SHEVs) are being introduced, as an advanced green technology that has both the flex fuel engine as well as an electric powertrain.
Therefore, as in the case of a Strong Hybrid Electric Vehicle (SHEV), the use of the electric powertrain in combination with the flex fuel engine overcomes this challenge with enhanced fuel efficiency. Towards this, last year, TKM unveiled the prototype of the World’s first BS6 Stage II Electrified Flex Fuel Vehicle. This green vehicle technology has the lowest well-to-wheel carbon emissions, and favourable policy support can establish strong traction with consumers, thereby making mobility sustainable.
Vikram Gulati, Country Head and Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs and Governance, at Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said, “Biofuel can reduce dependence on fossil fuels and yield environmental and economic benefits. In this context, Ethanol, as an Indigenous and clean energy source, holds immense potential for India’s energy security and environmental goals.
By significantly reducing fossil fuel consumption and cutting down on carbon emissions, ethanol not only supports our national agenda of carbon neutrality but also bolsters the agrarian economy by creating jobs and increasing farmer incomes.
At TKM, we are making relentless efforts towards the future of sustainable mobility by adopting a multiple-technology pathway approach which includes biofuel energy-driven vehicle powertrains i.e., Flex Fuel Vehicle (FFV) and Flex Fuel Strong Hybrid Electric Vehicle (FFV-SHEV) technology.
As a frontrunner in electrified vehicle technology and a socially responsible corporate entity, TKM will persistently drive its endeavours and contribute to progressive innovations by disseminating sustainable technological advancements, thereby providing ‘Mobility for All’ and “Leaving No One Behind.”
