Despite the limited hydrogen fueling infrastructure in California, sales of the Toyota Mirai fuel cell sedan have surpassed 3,000 units in the state.Toyota introduced the Mirai to the U.S. back in October 2015. The Hyundai Tucson Fuel Cell SUV predates the debut of the Mirai, and a little more than a year ago, Honda rolled out the Clarity Fuel Cell. Despite the competition, Toyota says the Mirai makes up more than 80 percent of all hydrogen fuel cell cars in the U.S.Sales of the Mirai seem to line up with earlier estimates. Back in May 2015, Toyota Mirai sales in the U.S. were expected to reach approximately 3,000 through 2017, the automaker said.Unlike other fuel cell vehicles that are only available by lease, customers can opt to purchase the Mirai. However, as we learned last year, the great majority of them had chosen to lease. The Mirai is estimated to offer a range of 312 miles on a tank of hydrogen, below the Clarity’s 366 mile range estimate.In … [Read more...] about Toyota Mirai Sales Exceed 3,000 in California
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Grand Touring Across California in a 2018 Lexus LC 500
CAMBRIA, California — It was probably around the third visit to the Lexus stand when I realized I was staring at one of the most striking, captivating cars I’ve ever seen. This in 2016, at a frigid, snowbound Detroit auto show, when Lexus trotted the stunning LC 500 out for its world debut. I distinctly remember returning to the Lexus show stand multiple times, trying to drink as much of the LC 500 as I could. Fast forward over a year, and I’ve nabbed the keys to a Liquid Platinum 2018 Lexus LC 500 for the weekend. With an evening and two full days cleared out, I’m set to explore what happens when Japan plants its flag in European-held territory.For the record, I never said the LC 500 is beautiful, and after hours of oogling, I’m not sure it is. It’s alluring, engrossing, and unbelievably unique, but I remain unconvinced it’s objectively a beautiful car. In place of conventional good looks we get something incredibly original, and that’s … [Read more...] about Grand Touring Across California in a 2018 Lexus LC 500
California Superbike School India announces 2018 dates
The California Superbike School has announced its dates for 2018. The CSS will run two sessions this year, each spread across three days at the Madras Motor Race Track (MMRT) near Chennai. The first session will be held on February 9, 10 and 11 while the second session will be held on February 16,17, and 18. We suggest that you reserve a slot at the earliest as seats are limited and sell out quickly.The cost for each session is Rs 70,000. The fees include 18 per cent GST, insurance cover, fuel and food. Wearing proper riding gear is a must and candidates will not be allowed to participate without gear. The California Superbike School does not provide riding gear.Each session will be divided into three levels with the focus on helping you ride better and faster. The CSS is not to be mistaken for a racing school, it isn't. It is a riding school with a curriculum that's designed to improve your skills on a motorcycle, which in turn makes you faster and safer on a motorcycle. The CSS … [Read more...] about California Superbike School India announces 2018 dates
Terrifying video shows Toyota swept downhill in California mudslide — UPDATE
It's hard to wrap your brain around the devastation that has befallen Santa Barbara County in California in the wake of the one-two punch of massive wildfires followed by rainfall that triggered widespread mudslides. Rescuers are still combing through the wreckage for survivors two days later.Firefighters from Burbank, in neighboring Los Angeles County, shared footage with the CBS television affiliate in Sacramento Thursday showing what appears to be a gray Toyota Prius navigating — or simply being carried — downhill amid a river of muddy water, rocks and debris.There were no details provided, and it's hard to confirm from the brief clip, but it's highly possible someone was behind the wheel. The car is clearly running, with the headlights on and wipers engaged, and was able to get around the curve in the hill, even as a fresh wave of mud and water engulfed it. We can only hope the driver made it to safety.The search for survivors mudslide that has killed at least 17 people … [Read more...] about Terrifying video shows Toyota swept downhill in California mudslide — UPDATE
Watch a Toyota ‘bobsled’ down a hill in California mudslide
It's hard to wrap your brain around the devastation that has befallen Santa Barbara County in California in the wake of the one-two punch of massive wildfires followed by rainfall that triggered widespread mudslides. Rescuers are still combing through the wreckage for survivors two days later.Firefighters from Burbank, in neighboring Los Angeles County, shared footage with the CBS television affiliate in Sacramento Thursday showing what appears to be a gray Toyota Prius navigating — or simply being carried — downhill amid a river of muddy water, rocks and debris.There were no details provided, and it's hard to confirm from the brief clip, but it's highly possible someone was behind the wheel. The car is clearly running, with the headlights on and wipers engaged, and was able to get around the curve in the hill, even as a fresh wave of mud and water engulfed it. We can only hope the driver made it to safety.Eight people are still missing and 17 are confirmed dead. … [Read more...] about Watch a Toyota ‘bobsled’ down a hill in California mudslide