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Yahoo
4 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
CHP probes fatal crash near San Mateo Toll Bridge Plaza with SUV, DOT vehicles
(KRON) — An investigation is underway after a fatal crash near the San Mateo Toll Bridge Plaza in Alameda County on Tuesday morning involving a SUV and multiple Department of Transportation vehicles, according to the California Highway Patrol Redwood Area office. United flight from China to SFO aborted after engine reportedly catches fire CHP said its officers responded to the at 7:12 a.m. after the driver of a Toyota Rav 4 was allegedly speeding eastbound on State Road-92. 'For reasons still under investigation, the Rav 4 failed to enter the toll crossings and entered the Department of Transportation parking lot. A crash occurred between the Rav 4 and several Department of Transportation vehicles. All DOT vehicles were parked and there were no occupants within those vehicles,' said Officer Ojeda of CHP in a news release. CHP said emergency responders determined the driver of the Rav 4 died in the collision. The eastbound lanes of State Road-92 were shut down for just over three hours following the crash. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
RTÉ News
5 days ago
- Automotive
- RTÉ News
Toyota to launch Rav 4 plug-in with extended range
Toyota's latest iteration of the Rav 4 plug-in is to have a significant increase in battery capacity that the company says will allow it to drive in electric mode for up to 100 kilometres. The revised vehicle should be in Ireland by early next year and will be similar in size to the current model. The new car's designers have opted for a more rugged look compared to the softer profile of the current car, with more prominent wheel arches and a boxier, more angular shape overall. There's a new 22.7 kWh battery to increase the electric range to 100 kilometres, which Toyota says will be sufficient to meet most drivers' needs. In addition, a new 50 kWh on-board charger will be able to get the battery from 10 to 80 per cent capacity in about 30 minutes, which will be a welcome development for PHEV drivers used to slower charging times. Non-fast charger times have also been improved. The 150 kWh motor - an increase of 16 kWh - delivers better acceleration, and a new cooling system has been developed to keep the battery operating at optimum efficiency. A full hybrid version, with a 2.5 engine, will also be introduced. In what should be a welcome development, Toyota will introduce a new software package with the new Rav4, and a 12.9" infotainment screen will have better and faster connectivity. The car's standard safety package has also been improved, with an enhanced pre-collision system and better lane-changing capacity. Voice commands will allow the driver to direct navigation, media, in-car temperature, and vehicle control. The driver's screen will be a 12.3" unit. On the EV front, Nissan has revealed its electric version of the Micra - one of the world's enduring city cars. Closely related to the new electric Renault 5, the Micra has some retro touches, such as the front and rear lights, that nod to previous versions of the car, first launched in 1982. The electric Micra will have two battery options - a 40 kWh unit with a claimed range of 310 kilometres and a 52 kWh unit with a claimed range of 408 kilometres. Nissan says the car should be capable of a fast charge capacity of 15 to 80 per cent in 30 minutes. A heat pump, which allows for better efficiency in colder weather, will be standard. Interestingly, the car weighs in at 1,400 kg, which should help significantly with range. The boot capacity is a practical 326 litres. From the mid-range up, the Micra will have a Google-powered infotainment system for its 10.1" screen and the interior has been given a significant upgrade. A comprehensive safety system is also included.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Yahoo
D.A.: Westport couple dead after a head-on crash in Dartmouth
A Westport couple has died following a head-on collision in Dartmouth on Sunday Morning. 76-year-old Jeffrey Moniz and his wife, 76-year-old Diane Moniz, both of Westport, were pronounced dead. According to the Bristol County District Attorney's Office, Dartmouth police were dispatched to the roadway of 422 Old Westport Road around 10:30 AM. Once on the scene, officers found two motor vehicles: a gray Toyota Rav 4, operated by 63-year-old Philip Morris of Dartmouth, and the second, a green Toyota Echo, which was operated by Jeffery Moniz with Diane Moniz in the passenger seat. According to an investigation, it was revealed that Morris' Rav 4 had crossed over the double-yellow line and struck Moniz's Echo, head on. First responders located both Jeffery and Diane Moniz and transported them to a local hospital with traumatic injuries, where they were later pronounced dead. Morris had suffered minor injuries and had been charged with two counts of Motor Vehicle Homicide by Negligent Operation and a Marked Lanes Violation. He will be summoned. Massachusetts State Police Detectives assigned to the Bristol County District Attorney's Office, along with Dartmouth Police, are still investigating the incident. This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available. Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
The Verge
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Verge
Toyota's new Rav4 plug-in hybrid lets you fast charge the battery
Toyota is redesigning and 'electrifying' its Rav4 lineup for 2026 with models that aren't quite EVs, but could masquerade as one. The mega popular SUV will come standard with hybrid powertrains, including a plug-in version with a feature you'd expect in only pure EVs: fast charging. That's right, the 2026 Rav4 PHEV can now plug into CCS-compatible DC fast chargers, which means owners can quickly fill up its battery during long road trips — effectively playing imposter amongst all the EVs charging up at rest stops as it secretly conserves its gas tank. Rest stops often lack standard AC level 2 plugs that many plug-in hybrids rely on — the kind you'd have installed at home so you can wake up to a full charge every morning. The new Rav4's on-board AC charger can also charge faster now at 11 kW, an upgrade from the previous 6.6kW. It also features a 6th-generation plug-in powertrain with AWD and up to 320 horsepower output. On a single charge, it can travel up to 50 miles without kicking on the engine — up from 42 miles on the 2025 version, and higher than the Prius' 44 miles. Toyota doesn't say how large the battery is but covers it under warranty for 10 years or 150,000 miles, whichever comes first. Meanwhile the regular Rav4 hybrid runs on a 5th-gen system with a max output of 236 horsepower for the AWD version. The interiors now also come standard with larger 12.3-inch digital cluster panels and 10.5-inch infotainment touchscreens. And the Limited, XSE, and the all-new GR-Sport models come with a bigger 12.9-inch center touchscreen. The hybridization of the Rav4 comes after Toyota decided to switch its Camry sedan to an all-hybrid lineup last year. Toyota has doubled down on building more hybrid options instead of full EVs, although it has recently improved its only full electric that is now known as the bZ. Toyota says it will reveal pricing for the new Rav4 when it goes on sale later this year.
Business Insider
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Business Insider
Toyota RAV4 goes hybrid: See all the changes to America's most popular SUV
The most popular car in the United States that isn't a Ford pickup truck is getting a major overhaul. Toyota's RAV4 SUV will be manufactured only as a hybrid starting in 2026, with an updated design inside and out, the company said Tuesday. This is a major reboot for the sixth-generation vehicle, which first hit the US nearly two decades ago and helped kick-start the compact SUV craze. Here's a look at the new, electrified 2026 Toyota RAV4 and all its updates: The new Toyota RAV4 is still very recognizable There's nothing too radical about the overhaul, but the new Rav4 is getting some fresh work to its front grille with headlights that mimic other Toyota models. The company calls this a "hammerhead" design. Off-road-inspired looks extend to the rest of the body Plenty of SUVs these days have rugged looks, and the new RAV4 is no exception. It also comes in new colors like "sunset orange" and "midnight blue." Sportier trims can get larger wheels up to 20 inches, Toyota says. Fully electric for up to 50 miles Like the Camry, the RAV4 is now fully hybrid. A 320-horsepower electric motor gives up to 50 miles of range, compared to 42 miles previously. Toyota says higher trim levels can fast-charge from 10% to 80% in 30 minutes. The two electric motors work in tandem with a 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder engine. Depending on which of the seven trims you buy, power output varies between front-wheel and all-wheel drive. Interior updates include a new infotainment system The updated RAV4's touchscreen takes center stage, and some trims can get a larger 10.5-inch touchscreen. Toyota says its new software, Arene, is its "first step toward fully software-defined vehicles." But don't worry — there's still Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Bluetooth. Unfortunately for button lovers, air conditioning and heat controls are now integrated into the bottom of the touchscreen. A new customizable gauge cluster shows on a screen in front of the driver. Top trims get a heads-up display, too. Toyota says the new interior 'prioritizes functionality' Between the driver and passenger seats, an organized center stack groups the shifter and drive mode selector, a removable divider, and a storage bin. Sport trims get paddle shifters and aluminum pedals. Seats get either fabric or "SofTex" faux-leather Toyota hasn't revealed pricing
