ferred to Toyota as part of the business integration of Hino and Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation. With a history of more than 60 years, it has played a central role in the production of light commercial vehicles and Toyota’s frame-based vehicles. Currently, it manufactures the Toyota “Land Cruiser 250,” as well as the Toyota/Hino brand light-duty trucks “Dyna” and “Dutro,” and vehicles for the Japan Self-Defense Forces. As...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/03

Toyota Land Cruiser FJ launched in Thailand; 84% local content, exports planned On March 21, 2026, Toyota Motor Thailand launched the Land Cruiser FJ under the “Bold & Unbound” concept, marking the first Land Cruiser to be mass-produced outside Japan. Production at the Ban Pho plant achieves 84% local content, with planned exports of over 40,000 units annually to around 60 countries, including Japan, and a first-year domestic target of 5,000 ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/26

Toyota updates Land Cruiser 250 line-up in Europe On March 24, Toyota announced updates to the Land Cruiser 250 line-up, introducing revised grades to broaden its appeal across lifestyle and off-road-focused customers. The range now features two top-level trims: VX and the new VX-L. The VX emphasizes off-road capability, with 18-inch wheels, electronic locking rear differential, Stabiliser Disconnect Mechanism, Crawl Control, Downhill Assist Cont...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/25

47th Bangkok Motor Show adopts “The Iconic Synchronicity” theme with global lineup From March 25 to April 5, 2026, Thailand's 47th Bangkok International Motor Show (47th BIMS) will be held under the theme “The Iconic Synchronicity” (Press Day/VIP Day: March 23 for vehicle brands and March 24 for motorcycle brands). International automotive brands participating in the show include Chinese marques such as NIO (including Firefly), Zeekr, XPe...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/23

ing a total of 10 automatic guided vehicles of eve autonomy, Inc. (eve autonomy, Iwata City, Shizuoka Prefecture), a joint venture established by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. and Tier IV, Inc. (Tier IV, Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo). Toyota Auto Body aims to automate the transfer of large components such as the Land Cruiser’s body frames. eve autonomy also intends to provide extensive support for labor shortages at automakers and parts suppliers. The compan...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/19

Toyota displays latest locally built Thai Production Champion models Announced on February 17, 2026, the Deputy Secretary-General of the Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) attended Toyota’s “3 Iconics 2 Plants 1 Launch” event held on February 12 at Toyota's Ban Pho plant, Chachoengsao, to celebrate its 3 new models. Toyota showcased key models under its “Thai Production Champion” strategy, including the Hilux Travo, the fully electric...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/18

ich posted 17,542 units in its first full year. Toyota suppliers contributed USD 1.09 billion in exports while TMP sourced PHP 17 billion in local parts, strengthening the domestic supply chain.  Looking ahead, five new models are scheduled for 2026, including three electrified vehicles, the Urban Cruiser BEV, RAV4 HEV, and LC300 HEV, alongside the Land Cruiser FJ and a redesigned Hilux. (From an article of Philstar on January 31, 2026)...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/06

Toyota UK launches Land Cruiser Commercial with 48V powertrain in UK On January 29, Toyota UK announced the introduction of the 2026 Land Cruiser Commercial, adopting a new diesel 48V powertrain. The Land Cruiser Commercial is powered by a 2.8-litre turbodiesel engine combined with an eight-speed Direct Shift automatic transmission and a 48V mild-hybrid system. This setup includes an electric motor-generator, a lithium-ion hybrid battery and a DC...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/30

Toyota to introduce Land Cruiser 300 Hybrid in Europe On January 15, Toyota announced the introduction of the Land Cruiser 300 Hybrid, in selected European markets, marking the first electrified version of the iconic model as part of its long-running lineup and reinforcing its multipath approach to powertrain strategies. The model combines a 3.5-liter V6 twin-turbo gasoline engine with a motor-generator in a parallel hybrid configuration. The sys...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/16

nouncement 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 through its official pre-sale. The launch calendar includes the Land Cruiser 300 GR-S in January, followed by the Yaris Cross in February. In April, Toyota will introduce the bZ4X electric crossover, the new-genera...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/19

Toyota Malaysia reports 9,141 units sold in October 2025; YTD sales reach 79,559 units Announced on November 5, 2025, UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) reported sales of 9,141 units in October, bringing YTD figures to 79,559 units in Malaysia. At the Toyota Motor Asia Media Day in Tokyo, Toyota revealed plans to start local BEV production in Thailand and Indonesia by end-2025 and target 30% xEV sales in ASEAN by 2030 under its “30 by 30 Mission.” The e...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/07

notice that 99,178 vehicles are affected in Canada. Toyota is recalling 102 Toyota and Lexus models from the 2022-2026 model years, as well as Subaru Solterra vehicles, equipped with a Panoramic View Monitor (PVM) system. The recall covers certain Toyota bZ4X, Camry, Crown, Crown Signia, Grand Highlander, Highlander, Land Cruiser, Mirai, Prius, RAV4, Sienna and Venza models, as well as the Lexus ES, GX, LC, LS, LX, NX, RX, RZ and TX, and the 202...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/06

on, 42 overseas companies and organizations are taking part. Japanese automakers exhibited as follows: Four Toyota Group brands showcased their latest innovations through booth exhibits and press briefings. Toyota unveiled the world premiere of its next-generation Corolla concept model and the new Land Cruiser FJ, a two-row, five-seater SUV. Daihatsu presented a range of concept vehicles, including the Midget X. Century, newly positioned as the ...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/30

Toyota unveils all-new Land Cruiser FJ off-road SUV On October 21, Toyota unveiled the all-new Land Cruiser FJ off-road SUV, with the Japan launch planned for around mid-2026. The all-new Land Cruiser FJ, with two rows for five passengers, combines a 2.7L 2TR-FE gasoline engine (maximum output 120kW, maximum torque 246Nm) with a 6 Super ECT transmission. The driveline is 4WD (part-time four-wheel drive system). The vehicle measures 4,575mm in len...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/21

t the site, according to a person familiar with the matter. On September 9, Nikkei Asia reported Toyota would consolidate production of Lexus brand cars in the U.S. to a single location. According to a new Nikkei report, the two new EVs to be built at Georgetown will be based on the Toyota RAV4 and Land Cruiser. Meanwhile, the next-gen Lexus ES will be built in Japan and exported to the US, the source said, adding that the shift is not related to...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/11

JMS 2025: Honda to exhibit wide variety of mobility products for land, sea and skies On August 28, Honda Motor announced plans to exhibit a wide variety of Honda mobility products, including automobiles, motorcycles, power products and aircraft, as well as related technologies and concept models at the Japan Mobility Show 2025 (press days: October 29 – 30, public days: October 31 – November 9, 2025). The company also unveiled some of the mode...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/28

its Hamura Plant (Hamura City, Tokyo) to Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota). After transferring the Hamura Plant to the new company, which is owned 100% by Hino, Hino will transfer all the shares in the new company to Toyota. The Hamura Plant produces the Hino Dutro light-duty truck and the Toyota Land Cruiser 250 sports utility vehicle (SUV). The transfer of the Hamura Plant to Toyota is scheduled to be completed on April 1, 2026. (From an arti...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/25

Chuo Spring to develop low-end ODDS stabilizer Chuo Spring Co., Ltd. (Chuo Spring) will increase the product lineup of its “ODDS (on-demand disconnectable stabilizer)”, which features both driving stability and rough-terrain performance. In addition to the high-end type used on the vehicle front side of Toyota Motor Corporation’s 250 Series Land Cruiser SUV, the company will develop a low-price type with a simpler structure. It aims to fost...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/26

Toyota launches Land Cruiser Hybrid 48V in Europe On June 23, Toyota introduced the all-new Land Cruiser Hybrid 48V in Europe. The sales of vehicles will begin shortly, with deliveries starting by the end of 2025. The Hybrid 48V system combines the Land Cruiser’s 2.8-litre engine and 8-speed automatic gearbox with an electric motor, a power converter, and a 48V lithium-ion hybrid battery. The battery features 13 cells with a 4.3 Ah capacity and...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/23

Toyota introduces new Land Cruiser Hybrid in Middle East On June 11, Toyota UAE launched the New Toyota Land Cruiser Hybrid. It is powered by a 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 Hybrid engine that delivers 457 horsepower and 790 Nm of torque. It has a cabin crafted for comfort and control with advanced technology. Based on Toyota UAE press release ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/13