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 ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/17

[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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[JMS 2025 Exclusive Interview] Yorozu's Initiatives to Become Carbon Neutral and Increase Its Customer Base The Japan Mobility Show (JMS) was held from October 29, 2025. During the show, MarkLines conducted exclusive interviews with several companies. At the Yorozu booth, we interviewed Tsutomu Hiranaka, President and COO of Yorozu. Q1. Based on your medium-term management plan YSP2026 (Yorozu Sustainability Plan 2026), you are working to improv...

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[JMS 2025 Exclusive Interview] Toyoda Gosei Seeks to Maximize the Potential of Polymers to Deliver Better Mobility and Lifestyles The Japan Mobility Show (JMS) was held from October 29, 2025. During the show, MarkLines conducted exclusive interviews with several companies. We interviewed Shigeaki Kurokawa, Deputy General Manager of the Development Department. Toyoda Gosei’s exhibit was designed to enable attendees to experience four key concept...

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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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Indian passenger vehicle wholesale increase by 18.1% in November 2025 Indian passenger vehicle wholesale in November 2025 were up 18.1% y/y to 354,969 units. Based on the release of carmakers, the available wholesale results of PVs 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 2...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/15

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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42nd Thailand International Motor Expo sees 75,246 car, 5,263 motorcycle bookings Announced on December 11, 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 ...

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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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Toyota Boshoku America opens smart manufacturing facility in Hopkinsville, Kentucky On December 9, Toyota Boshoku America (TBA), Inc. announced the grand opening of its newest manufacturing facility in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, Toyota Boshoku Western Kentucky (TBWK). This marks the company’s first-ever “smart plant,” as a major step forward in innovation, sustainability, and regional economic growth. The new 354,340-square-foot facility, loca...

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Euro NCAP tests 20 new models in final 2025 safety ratings On December 10, Euro NCAP announced that its experts had tested 20 models, in its final batch of testing for 2025. The new Mercedes CLA achieved strong five-star ratings across all four categories. It scored 94% for Adult Occupant Protection and 89% for Child Occupant Protection. The model also performed well in tests for pedestrian, cyclist, and motorcyclist safety. The Deepal S05, Mazd...

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Indonesian sales down 0.8% to 74,252 in November The Association of Indonesia Automotive Industries (GAIKINDO) and other sources reported that Indonesian vehicle sales in November 2025 were 74,252 units, down 0.8% compared to November 2024. By automaker sales in November, Toyota was down 19.8% y/y to 21,642 units and a 29.1% market share. Daihatsu was up 16.5% to 11,684 units with a 15.7% market share. BYD was up 233.6% to 9,481 units with a 12.8...

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sales in November were down 14.9% y/y to 33,689 units. VAMA members passenger car sales were down 19.3%, commercial vehicles were up 0.1% and special purpose vehicles were down 55.7%, and hybrid vehicles were up 4.0% to 1,340 units. By brand sales in November based on MarkLines Data Center figures, Toyota (excluding Lexus) was down 11.1% y/y to 7,731 units with a 19.7% market share. Ford was down 2.6% to 5,446 units with a 13.8% market share. Mit...

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e fair trade practices throughout the supply chain, and published a document calling on the entire automotive industry to thoroughly comply with the Small and Medium-Sized Entrusted Transaction Fairness Act, which will come into effect in January next year. This year, Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus, Toyota Motor East Japan (TMEJ, Ohira Village, Miyagi Prefecture), Tokyo Radiator MFG, Chuo Spring, Aichi Machine Industry (Atsuta Ward, Nagoya City, A...

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