ed CAMPI–TMA sales edged down 1.0% YoY to 420,776 units. Passenger car sales declined 23.3% to 84,917 units, while commercial vehicle sales increased 6.8% to 335,859 units. Electrified vehicle sales over the 11-month period reached 28,102 units, including 22,027 HEVs, 4,261 BEVs, and 1,814 PHEVs. Toyota Motor Philippines led the market, followed by Mitsubishi, Ford, Suzuki, and Nissan. For CAMPI, the November slowdown has not dampened its outlo...

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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 in the Japanese market until 2023 and 2007 respectively. Camry, a top se...

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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 the Yaris Cross, which has already secured more than 2,000 reservations...

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Toyota Tsusho’s ASR-derived recycled plastic adopted for all-new Toyota RAV4 Toyota Tsusho Corporation (Toyota Tsusho) announced that recycled plastic derived from ASR (Automotive Shredder Residue) manufactured by its Group Company, K.K. Planic (Planic, Omaezaki City, Shizuoka Prefecture), has been adopted for the underbody cover of the all-new RAV4 by Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota). This is the first time that recycled compound pellets (pla...

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tonomous Driving Truck Implementation Guidebook (tentative name)” and “Road Map for Level-4 Autonomous Driving Truck Introduction (tentative name) and to promote wider adoption through the standardization of specifications and rules. The project is joined by commercial vehicle manufacturers and Toyota Tsusho Corporation (Toyota Tsusho). It will focus on the practical implementation of highway transportation using autonomous driving technology...

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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 indicates it is the 2026 Toyota Hilux. Several dealers h...

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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 Intelligence. Under Diversification, three distinct styles are offered: the sophisticatedly styled ...

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[JMS 2025 Exclusive Interview] Toyota Industries Corporation's strengths are analyzing and developing bipolar nickel-metal hydride batteries The Japan Mobility Show (JMS) was held from October 29, 2025. During the show, MarkLines conducted exclusive interviews with several companies. We interviewed four employees working at Toyota Industries Corporation. Q1. Have you made any improvements to the bipolar nickel-metal hydride battery that you also...

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not something we can overcome on our own, so we are counting on OEMs to find ways to increase sales/exports. At the same time, the company is expanding its customer base. Previously, sales to Nissan accounted for over 80% of total sales. Now, however, that percent is around 60% because our sales to Toyota, Honda, and other OEMs are increasing. In particular, we are working to increase sales to the Toyota Group, with the goal of achieving a sales ...

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, it is equipped with a pop-up fender that is designed to respond to accidents occurring with bicycles. The car, when assessing that it will collide with a bicycle, will stretch its body around the tire area and that stretched parts will work as a cushion to absorb the impact and protect the rider. Toyota Gosei exhibited smart-ware also, which is a product using perovskite solar cells. Additionally, perovskite solar cells were installed on the ro...

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Nippon Kinzoku applies for patent on fuel-cell battery separator jointly with Toyota Nippon Kinzoku Co., Ltd. (Nippon Kinzoku) announced that it has jointly applied for patents on their fuel cell battery separator and its production method with Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota). With their original surface treatment technology, the newly developed separator realizes low contact resistance. Fuel-cell batteries have a structure of multiple layers o...

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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 generations of fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) drivers. ...

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are as follows: Maruti Suzuki sales of 174,593 units increased 21.0% in November compared to the same month in 2024. Tata sales of 90,189 units increased 23.1% from last year. Mahindra sales of 81,179 units increased 20.5% from last year. Hyundai sales of 50,340 units decreased 4.3% from last year. Toyota sales of 30,085 units increased 19.5% from last year. Honda sales of 5,204 units increased 4.0% from last year. Kia sales of 25,489 units incre...

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Automaker group warns Congress that China poses threat to U.S. auto industry On December 11, the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, which represents General Motors, Ford, Toyota Motor, Volkswagen, Hyundai, Stellantis and other major OEMs, urged Congress and the Trump administration to prevent Chinese government-backed automakers and battery manufacturers from opening U.S. manufacturing plants, warning the industry’s future is at stake. “Chi...

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Subaru tops Consumer Reports 2026 Automotive Brand Report Card On December 4, Consumer Reports revealed the top auto brands in its 2026 Automotive Brand Report Card. Subaru is the top brand in CR’s 2026 Overall Brand Report Card Rankings for the second year in a row, and the third time in five years. BMW is once again the runner-up by less than a point, followed by Porsche, Honda, Toyota, Lexus, Lincoln, Hyundai, Acura, and Tesla, which round ...

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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 electric vehicle (FCEV). As part of t...

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2025, the 42nd Thailand International Motor Expo, which ran through December 10, recorded 75,246 car bookings (a 38.0% increase YoY) and 5,263 motorcycle bookings (down 34.1% YoY). According to data from the organizer, Inter-Media Consultant Co., Ltd. (IMC), the top five car brands by bookings were Toyota (10,872 units), Honda (6,278), BYD (6,212), Omoda and Jaecoo (5,217), and GAC (5,019). Among motorcycles, LAMBRETTA (785 units), YAMAHA (680), ...

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Three Japanese OEMs announce November 2025 new vehicle sales in China New vehicle sales by three Japanese OEMs in China for November fell 12.9% year-on-year (y/y) to 275,524 units, a decrease for the third consecutive month. In addition to price competition, the impact of the termination of subsidies for replacing old cars with new models is spreading. New vehicle sales by Toyota Motor Corporation decreased by 12.1% y/y to 154,600 units. It was t...

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Four Japanese OEMs’ November sales in U.S. decline y/y for first time in five months It was reported that four Japanese automakers’ new vehicle sales in the U.S. in November totaled 400,586 units, a year-over-year (y/y) decrease of 4.6% for the first time in 5 months. Sales of three automakers other than Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) declined. Especially. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) reported a 15.3% y/y decrease. The decline was affecte...

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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, and high speed evaluations. Significant new off-road facilities offer test area...

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