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 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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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 ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/13

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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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 America, and make Aisin Canada’s plant in Stratfo...

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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 rising to 831 units in November, up roughly 37% YoY. Th...

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Toyota releases 2025 North American Environmental Sustainability Report On December 3, Toyota Motor North America announced the publication of its 2025 North American Environmental Sustainability Report, highlighting company initiatives across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. The report outlines Toyota’s environmental strategy and advancements in four priority areas—Carbon, Circular Economy, Water and Biodiversity, and includes highlights such a...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/06

Toyota world premieres three flagship sports car models On December 5, Toyota announced that TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) and the Lexus brand held the world premiere at Woven City in Susono city, Shizuoka prefecture, of TGR’s prototype models—the GR GT and GR GT3—as well as Lexus’ Lexus LFA Concept, a concept model for an electric sports car. Toyota is positioning these three newly unveiled models as its next flagship sports cars following t...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/05

o 20,577 units (8.2% share), Audi increased 9.5% to 19,102 units (7.6% share), SEAT jumped 14.2% to 13,413 units (5.4% share) and Opel fell 2.0% to 11,398 units (4.5% share). Tesla's German car sales continued to decline in November, down 20.2% to 1,763 units (0.7% share). Among Japanese carmakers, Toyota, excluding Lexus, dropped 17.7% to 8,449 units (3.4% share), while Chinese EV maker BYD soared 834.1% to 4,026 units (1.6% share). Sales of gas...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/04

posted 102 days among European brands, while Hyundai had 67 among Korean automakers. Brands with tighter inventory included Chrysler (26 days) and Mitsubishi (31). Other major brands stood at: Chevrolet (63), Cadillac (61), Dodge (51). Among Japanese brands, Honda (58), Infiniti (58), Subaru (45), Lexus (33), Toyota (33). Among European brands, Audi (40), Mercedes-Benz (37), BMW (35), Volvo (32) and Korean brands Genesis (63) and Kia (32). U.S. ...

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New vehicle sales in Japan in November 2025: sales fell below last year's record for 5 consecutive months The new-vehicle market is experiencing little growth. New-car sales volume in Japan in November dropped 5.1% to 369,721 units, marking the 5th straight month of decline. Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd. (Daihatsu) and Toyota’s Lexus brand saw growth, but all the other seven passenger vehicle brands saw declines in their sales volume from the previo...

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Toyota launches comprehensive EV charging ecosystem in Europe On November 27, Toyota Motor Europe announced the launch of a comprehensive EV charging ecosystem across several European markets. The initiative aims to deliver an intelligent, seamless, and customer-focused charging experience for Toyota and Lexus PHEV and BEV users, whether at home, at work, or on the road. To achieve this, Toyota has formed strategic partnerships with leading energ...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/29

under the theme “The Magnificent Motor Expo” (Press/VIP Day: November 28). Participating international automotive brands include Aion, Audi, AVATR, BMW, BYD, Carryboy, Chery, Deepal, Denza, DFSK, Farizon, Ford, GAC, Geely, Geely Riddara, GWM, Honda, Hyptec, Hyundai, Isuzu, Jeep, Kia, Leapmotor, Lexus, Maxus, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, MG, MINI, Mitsubishi, NEX, Nissan, Omoda & Jaecoo, Pocco, Porsche, Suzuki, Tesla, Toyota, Volvo, Wuling, Xpeng, an...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/28

in key Southeast Asian markets as Chinese EV specialists push in with aggressive pricing and fast model cycles. The strategic pressure is obvious, but the response in Tokyo is still cautious and layered rather than dramatic. “Multi-pathway” thinking on stage That caution was most visible on the Toyota and Lexus stands. Their hero concepts looked ready to star in showrooms or video games, with long bonnets, dramatic lighting signatures and hig...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/27

31,844 units. VAMA members passenger car sales were down 14.2%, commercial vehicles were up 8.7% and special purpose vehicles were down 81.1%, and hybrid vehicles were down 3.1% to 1,397 units. Battery electric vehicles were 8 units. By brand sales in October based on MarkLines Data Center figures, Toyota (excluding Lexus) was down 11.1% y/y to 7,768 units with a 20.5% market share. Ford was up 3.0% to 5,206 units with a 13.7% market share. Mitsu...

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Toyota recalling Tundra trucks, Lexus GX and LX for potential engine failure in U.S. On November 6, Toyota announced it is conducting a safety recall involving 2022-2024 Toyota Tundra, 2022-2024 Lexus LX, and 2024 Lexus GX vehicles in North America, affecting approximately 127,000 conventional gas only models of the two brands in the U.S. The engine in question is a 3.5-liter twin-turbo i-Force V6 engine. Toyota acknowledged that there is a possi...

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TAV Group launches Toyota Corolla Cross in Iran On November 5, multiple sources reported that TAV Economic Group introduced the Toyota Corolla Cross hybrid crossover in Iran. The car is powered by a 2-liter naturally aspirated engine and an electric motor. TAV Economic Group also introduced accessories for Toyota and Lexus cars in Iran.  Based on multiple sources ...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/06

22,225 units (8.9% share), Audi increased 15.5% to 19,091 units (7.6% share), Opel edged up 0.8% to 13,345 units (5.3% share) and SEAT increased 12.6% to 13,246 units (5.3% share). Tesla's German car sales more than halved in October, down 53.5% to 750 units (0.3% share). Among Japanese carmakers, Toyota, excluding Lexus, dropped 20.0% to 7,310 units (2.9% share), while Chinese EV maker BYD soared 866.3% to 3,353 units (1.3% share). Sales of gas...

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Toyota H1 FY2025 operating income down 18.6%, makes upward revision to full-year forecast On November 5, Toyota announced its consolidated sales revenues for the first half of fiscal year ending on March 31, 2026 increased by 5.8% year-on-year (YoY) to JPY 24,631 billion. Operating income decreased by 18.6% YoY to JPY 2,006 billion. Operating income was negatively impacted by JPY 390 billion due to exchange rate fluctuations and by JPY 900 billio...

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Toyota recalls 1.1 million North American vehicles for rearview camera issue On November 4, Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing issued a recall for 1,024,407 vehicles in the U.S. because of a rearview camera image that may not display,  according to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Transport Canada says in a recall notice that 99,178 vehicles are affected in Canada. Toyota is recalling 102 Toyota and Lexus mo...

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