to seven months. According to U.S. media, the company attributed the recovery in sales to the progress of its business restructuring. Among Japanese automakers, all posted y/y declines in March. Toyota fell 8.5%, its first decline in 13 months. According to Toyota Motor North America, sales of its RAV4 core compact SUV dropped 47.7% due to preparations for the rollout of a redesigned model (phased launch). Meanwhile, the Corolla Cross (+7.6%), G...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

th consecutive month of growth. Tesla, which turned positive in January for the first time in four months, saw another sharp decline in February, falling by 29.0%. Among Japanese automakers, Toyota's February sales increased 3.4% y/y, marking its 12th consecutive month of growth. While sales of the RAV4 core compact SUV fell 57% due to tight supply of all-new models, sales were supported by pickup trucks and sedans such as the Camry and Corolla. ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/04

Lexus ES production ends in Georgetown, Kentucky On February 5, Toyota Kentucky announced it has ended production of the Lexus ES at its plant in Georgetown, Kentucky, closing a run of 438,133 of the vehicles assembled since production began there in 2015. As Lexus ES production transitions back to Japan, the Georgetown plant is now focused on all-hybrid Camry and RAV4 production, along with future electric vehicles, including the new Highlander ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/20

Toyota to launch RAV4 (PHEV) in Japan On February 19, Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) announced that it will launch the plug-in hybrid vehicle (PHEV) version of the RAV4 compact SUV in Japan on March 9. Two grades of the Z featuring sophisticated styling and the GR SPORT with excellent maneuverability will be available, with prices ranging from JPY 6,000,000 (including consumption tax). The RAV4 (PHEV) features a new-generation plug-in hybrid s...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/19

on brings manufacturing, distribution, sales, and after-sales operations under a single, strengthened entity. The establishment of TTMG strengthens local value creation through vehicle assembly, skills development, employment, and technology transfer.  TTMG is preparing for the introduction of the RAV4 Hybrid, expanding its portfolio of more sustainable mobility solutions. Toyota and Hino brands remain fully supported, offering a wide range of v...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/19

-priced versions of the Model 3 and Model Y last October in response to the expiration of the federal EV tax credit. Among Japanese automakers, Toyota, Honda and Nissan all posted y/y gains. Toyota rose 7.9%, extending its streak of y/y increases to 11 months. Although sales of the core compact SUV RAV4 fell 39% due to preparations for the launch of a redesigned model, other key models posted double-digit gains, including Corolla (+12%), Camry (...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/04

Toyota begins mass production of all-hybrid 2026 RAV4 at Canadian plants On January 23, Toyota held a line-off ceremony for mass production of the sixth-generation 2026 RAV4 at the Woodstock plant in Ontario, Canada, after several weeks of low-volume production. Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada (TMMC) is the sole domestic source of the RAV4, only built in hybrid form for 2026, covering about 75% of sales in Canada and the U.S., with the balance ...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/28

Toyota sold 1,143,963 vehicles, up 1.0% year on year, retaining its position as the second best-selling passenger car brand in Europe for the fifth consecutive year. Demand was driven by core models such as Yaris Cross (with 11% share of the B-SUV segment), Yaris range, Corolla range, Toyota C-HR, RAV4, and Aygo X. Electrified Toyota sales continued to expand, reflecting increased uptake across hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and battery electric offeri...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/15

s volume since beginning operations in the country, reaching 126,358 units and achieving an accumulated market share of 8.2%. HEVs accounted for nearly 37% of total sales, in line with the automaker’s strategy focused on lower-emission technologies. With this performance, Toyota surpassed 200,000 hybrid units sold in Mexico and expanded its hybrid lineup to 12 models, representing most of its available portfolio. Hilux, RAV4, Avanza, Yaris Seda...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/08

, Toyota, Ford, and Mazda, saw decreases of 0.6%, 5.8%, and 4.2% respectively compared to the previous year, while Great Wall Motors (GWM) ranked 7th and BYD ranked 8th saw significant increases of 23.4% and 156.2%, respectively. FCAI Chief Executive Tony Weber said that many consumers are choosing hybrid vehicles (HEV) and plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV) as a practical transition toward lower emissions. While the industry is investing heavily in ...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/08

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