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Toyota aims to sell US made vehicles in Japan from 2026
On December 19, Toyota Motor announced that it is considering introducing three models produced in the United States―the Camry sedan, Highlander SUV, and Tundra pickup truck―to the Japanese market from 2026. Toyota has decided to reintroduce Camry and Highlander (known as Kluger in Japan), which were previously sold
Toyota to introduce several new models in Argentina in 2026
On December 17, it was reported that Toyota plans to introduce several new models in Argentina in 2026, expanding its portfolio as well as Lexus’.
The announcement was made by Toyota Argentina President Gustavo Salinas, who detailed the rollout schedule during a press conference. The most significant launch will be t
New-gen Toyota Hilux pickup expected to arrive in Vietnam in January 2026
Reported on December 16, 2025, Toyota Vietnam has unveiled its first teaser of an upcoming next-generation pickup, following the model’s global premiere in Thailand in November, and confirmed its arrival in Vietnam in early 2026.
Although the official model name has not been announced ahead of the launch, the teaser
Toyota launches all-new RAV4 in Japan
On December 17, Toyota Motor launched the all-new RAV4 in Japan.
The 6th generation RAV4 is a compact SUV built on the idea that "Life is an Adventure". While maintaining the RAV4's signature solid and powerful design and packaging, it has been developed around the keywords Diversification, Electrification, and Intel
Toyota invests in FirstElement Fuel to bolster U.S. hydrogen infrastructure
On December 12, Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) announced a strategic investment in FirstElement Fuel, Inc., (FEF) the largest retail hydrogen fueling infrastructure provider in California, with 92 retail fueling positions across 38 locations. TMNA and FEF aim to strengthen infrastructure for current and future ge
MNRE launches NISE–Toyota pilot to test Mirai hydrogen fuel‑cell car on Indian roads
On December 11, 2025, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) launched a pilot project to test hydrogen fuel‑cell mobility in India, under a memorandum of understanding between the National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE) and Toyota Kirloskar Motor centered on real‑world trials of the Toyota Mirai fuel‑cell
Toyota elevates Arizona Proving Ground to higher level
On December 10, Toyota Motor North America celebrated the completion of new construction and updated offerings at its Arizona Proving Ground (TAPG).
The updates are part of a previously announced investment, and feature an all-new 5.5-mile oval track available for vehicle mileage accumulation, stop-and-go testing, an
Aisin investing CAD 11 million in Ontario to build panoramic sunroofs for Lexus NX
Aisin Canada, Inc. will invest CAD 11 million over the next year to localize production of panoramic sunroofs for the Lexus NX, built at Toyota’s plant in Cambridge, Ontario, Production of sunroofs will begin in Ontario in late 2026.
The investment in new equipment will bring work currently done in Asia to North Amer
Wolfspeed supplies MOSFET systems for Toyota’s BEV onboard charger systems
On December 9, Wolfspeed Inc., a leader in innovative silicon carbide power solutions, announced that its automotive MOSFETs will power onboard charger systems for Toyota’s battery electric vehicles (BEV). This silicon carbide device adoption reflects Toyota’s confidence in Wolfspeed’s ability to meet the automaker’s
Three Japanese OEMs release November 2025 new car sales figures in China, with Nissan seeing growth y/y for six consecutive months
Three Japanese OEMs recently announced their November 2025 new car sales results in China.
Toyota sold 154,600 units in November, down 12.1% year-over-year (y/y). FAW Toyota and GAC Toyota accounted for 71,200 units and 64,905 units, down 20.9% y/y and 3.8% y/y, respectively. Year-to-date (YTD) sales volume totaled 1
Toyota Vietnam reports sales of 7,953 cars in October 2025 (including Lexus)
Announced on December 4, 2025, Toyota Motor Vietnam (TMV) reported November sales of 7,953 vehicles, including Lexus models. Toyota-branded vehicles accounted for 7,731 units, comprising 2,617 domestically assembled and 5,114 imported units.
TMV’s hybrid portfolio also continued to gain momentum, with HEV sales risi
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