Renault highlighted the strong performance of its hybrids in Europe where electrified models accounted for 30 percent of sales.

As the Olympics move toward a more sustainable image, Toyota’s all-electric vehicle fleet and prominent on-air advertisements will enhance its brand affiliation.

Europe’s EV shift has faltered due to high sticker prices and the removal of subsidies by a number of governments.

Suzuki will lean on partner Toyota for electrification and software technology as the small-car specialist rolls out a strategy for smaller, lighter and less costly vehicles.

The core group of executives and engineers behind the self-driving efforts of former Russian company Yandex have regrouped and formed a new self-driving car brand called Avride.

Philippe Krief will oversee Renault’s engineering activities in place of Gilles Le Borgne, who moves to a strategic advisory role.