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-generation RAV4 including a plug-in hybrid variant, and a hybrid version of the Land Cruiser. Lexus models scheduled for 2026 include the RX BEV and IS HEV in Ma...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/19

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

83 units in November represented a 15.7% decrease from the same period in 2024, SUV sales of 60,728 units represented a 0.2% increase, LCV sales of 21,017 units represented a 2.3% increase and MHCV sales of 3,809 units represented an 11.5% decrease. FCAI Chief Executive Tony Weber said that plug-in hybrid (PHEV)s continue to gain momentum because they give drivers the benefits of electric travel for daily use without range concerns. Petrol’s de...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/05

Toyota to offer hybrid flex-fuel version for every passenger car offered in Brazil On November 25, it was reported that Toyota confirmed its plan to offer at least one hybrid flex-fuel version for every passenger car sold in Brazil starting in 2026. Although Toyota Brazil president Evandro Maggio focused on passenger vehicles, the report suggests that the Hilux and next-generation SW4 may also adopt hybrid powertrains. The Hilux, built at Zarate ...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/28

Auto Guangzhou 2025: FAW Toyota exhibits 6th-gen RAV4 SUV On November 22, at the Auto Guangzhou 2025 motor show (exhibition period: November 21-30), FAW Toyota exhibited vehicle models including the 6th-generation RAV4 SUV and the new Corolla intelligent hybrid sedan. Launched on the eve of the event, the 6th-generation RAV4 is available in six 2.5L hybrid, 2.0L hybrid, and 2.0L gasoline variants, with prices ranging from CNY 151,800 to CNY 210,8...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/27

Toyota Australia to launch new-gen HiLux in December, 6th-gen RAV4 (HEV/PHEV) in 2026 On November 12, 2025, Toyota announced that its new-generation HiLux range will go on sale in Australian showrooms in December. The range includes both 4X4 and 4X2 variants, offered across single, extra, and double cab styles, with five grades starting at AUD 33,990 for the 4X2 WorkMate single cab-chassis manual. The redesigned HiLux features a completely new ex...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/19

l U.S. investment to nearly USD 60 billion since beginning operations here nearly 70 years ago. The state-of-the-art TBMNC plant will house 14 battery production lines and serve as Toyota’s hub for developing and producing lithium-ion batteries for its portfolio of electrified vehicles, including hybrid electric, battery electric, and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. The plant has initially begun shipping HEV modules to both Toyota Kentucky (T...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/13

ada. 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 2023-25 Subaru Solterra, which was a collaboration ...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/06

ollowing the expiration of federal tax credits, but future developments remain to be seen, including whether these changes will be effective. Among Japanese automakers, Toyota's October sales increased 11.8% year-on-year, marking the second consecutive month of double-digit growth. Light trucks and hybrid vehicles (HVs) drove the increase. While sales of models like the RAV4 and Grand Highlander continued to be strong, sales of the EV bZ4X and Le...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/04

Toyota prepares for December launch of 2026 RAV4 in U.S. On October 22, Toyota announced the imminent launch of the 2026 RAV4 models in the U.S. The 2026 RAV4 Hybrid models are expected to start arriving at U.S. Toyota dealerships in December this year, with 2026 RAV4 PHEV models expected to start arriving at U.S. Toyota dealerships in the spring of 2026. The new exterior design of the 2026 RAV4 highlights its SUV proportions, with large tires, a...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/25

iative supports Toyota’s broader environmental strategy within its Toyota Environmental Challenge 2050, including the goal of making all its manufacturing plants carbon neutral by 2035. Toyota Kentucky is the company’s largest facility globally, with nearly 10,000 employees assembling the Camry Hybrid, RAV4 Hybrid, and Lexus ES350. Toyota will begin assembly of its first battery electric vehicle in the U.S. at the plant in 2026. (Toyota relea...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/15

North American Utility Vehicle of the Year Candidates:  Acura ADX  Audi Q5  Cadillac Escalade IQ  Cadillac OPTIQ  Cadillac VISTIQ  Ford Expedition  Genesis GV70  Honda Passport  Hyundai Ioniq 9  Hyundai Palisade  Jeep Cherokee  Lucid Gravity  Nissan Leaf  Polestar 4  Subaru Forester Hybrid  Toyota 4Runner  Toyota RAV4 Hybrid  Volkswagen Tiguan  Volvo EX30 (NACTOY release on September 17, 2025) ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/23

r programming of the combination meter, unnecessary data was repeatedly written to a memory device in the combination meter when it operates, causing the memory device to deteriorate earlier than intended. Recalled models include:      •    2023-2024 Toyota Venza      •    2023-2025 RAV4 Prime, RAV4, Highlander, GR Corolla, and Crown      •    2024-2025 Lexus TX, LS, Toyota Tacoma, and Grand Highlander      •    20...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/20

rease from the same period in 2024, SUV sales of 63,079 units represented an 11.5% increase, LCV sales of 22,437 units represented a 3.3% increase and MHCV sales of 3,635 units represented a 6.6% decrease. FCAI Chief Executive Tony Weber said that with more than 50 models available in 2025, plug-in hybrids have emerged as an important transition technology for many Australians, particularly those in regional areas or those with limited access to ...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/05

Quebec relaxes ZEV mandate, cites ‘new market realities’ On July 3, Environment Minister Benoit Charette said the Quebec government is broadening its definition of zero-emission vehicles to include hybrids, dramatically softening the compliance requirements for OEMs under the province’s ZEV mandate and benefitting models such as the Ford Maverick Hybrid XLT, Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V. Under current legislation, ZEVs must account for 32.5% ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/09

Toyota adding battery pack lines at Ontario assembly plants for 2026 RAV4 Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada (TMMC) plans to install battery pack assembly lines at its assembly plants in Cambridge and Woodstock, Ontario, as it prepares the plants to build the next-generation RAV4 starting in early 2026. Crews at the two plants are currently repurposing floorspace to install the battery pack lines. Until now, the two Ontario plants have received co...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/21

Toyota Australia achieves record May sales with 23,576 vehicles, including 10,734 hybrids Announced on June 10, 2025, Toyota Australia recorded its best-ever May sales, delivering 23,576 vehicles, including 10,734 hybrids. The HiLux led with 4,952 units, followed by the RAV4 Hybrid with 4,002 registrations. Hybrid models made up 45.6% of total sales. Strong hybrid performers included the Corolla, Yaris Cross, Corolla Cross, and Kluger, each excee...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/16

last year. However, Subaru Corporation (Subaru) and Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda), which had been performing strongly so far, saw double-digit declines compared to the same month last year. Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) and Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) saw the strong sales of their flagship hybrid vehicles (HVs). Toyota's sales grew 10.9% to 240,176 units. Its flagship models, the RAV4 and the Camry, continued to sell well sold well. More...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/06

Toyota to revamp hybrid systems and adopt SiC power semiconductors for all-new Lexus ES Hybrid Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) will adopt a next-generation hybrid system for the all-new Lexus ES Hybrid, which is scheduled to be launched in Japan in the spring of 2026. The power control unit (PCU) designed to control electric current and voltage will have silicon carbide (SiC) power semiconductors to dramatically improving energy efficiency. The...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/28

Toyota to adopt Denso’s SiC power semiconductors for all-new RAV4 PHV Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) will adopt Denso Corporation (Denso)’s silicon carbide (SiC) power semiconductors for the all-new RAV4 plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHV). This is the first time Toyota has used SiC power semiconductors in a PHV. Toyota will also use SiC power semiconductors in hybrid vehicle (HV) variants of the all-new Lexus ES and other models. The benefit of ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/28