Toyota recalls 591,377 Toyota and Lexus vehicles in U.S. for faulty displays On September 17, Toyota announced it is recalling 591,377 vehicles in the U.S. over the 12.3-inch display of the instrument panel that may be blank at startup due to an error in the instrument panel software, failing to display vehicle speed, brake system, and tire pressure warning lights. The defective components were manufactured at Denso Corp. plants in Japan and Noth...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/20

Toyota launches Corolla Gli Hybrid model in Brazil On September 8, Toyota Brazil announced the launch of the Corolla GLi Hybrid. The Corolla GLi Hybrid combines a 1.8-liter Atkinson-cycle flex-fuel engine with two electric motors, delivering a combined output of 122 hp. According to INMETRO, the model achieves up to 17.5 km/l in city driving and 15.2 km/l on highways, with up to 70% CO2 reduction when running on ethanol. Standard safety features ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/11

in August consisted of 172,320 passenger cars; 42,424 light commercial vehicles; 8,916 trucks; and 1,720 buses. Among passenger vehicle sales by brand in the month, FCA sold 36,922 units (21.4% share), VW sold 33,870 units (19.7%), GM sold 17,937 units (10.4%), Hyundai sold 16,616 units (9.6%) and Toyota sold 12,174 units (7.1%). Among light commercial vehicle sales by brand in the month, FCA sold 19,527 units (46.0% share), VW sold 5,361 units ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/10

onsisted of 172,280 passenger cars; 42,210 commercial vehicles; 8,805 trucks; and 2,053 buses. Among passenger vehicle sales manufacturers in August, VW sold 33,859 units (19.7% share), Fiat sold 27,862 units (16.2% share), GM sold 17,933 units (10.4% share), Hyundai sold 16,682 units (9.7% share), Toyota sold 12,053 units (7.0% share), BYD sold 9,749 units (5.7% share), and Jeep sold 9,043 units (5.2% share). Among light commercial vehicle sales...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/05

Spanish passenger car sales increase 17.2% in August On September 1, the automobile manufacturers association of Spain (ANFAC) announced that passenger car registrations of 61,315 units in August 2025 represented an increase of 17.2% over August 2024. Passenger car sales of 769,452 units in the first eight months of the year represented a 14.6% increase from the same period in 2024. Toyota sales increased 19.7% to 6,698 units, VW sales increased ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/02

Toyota to showcase Prius plug-in hybrid flex prototype at fair in Brazil On August 11, it was reported that Toyota Brazil will showcase the prototype of its Prius plug-in hybrid flex at the Fenasucro & Agrocana trade fair in Sertãozinho, São Paulo, from August 12 to 15. This pioneering model can run on gasoline or ethanol and be charged via plug-in, potentially reducing CO2 emissions by up to 90% when using ethanol and battery charging. The ini...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/13

GIIAS 2025: Toyota surpasses 4,000 SPKs; Kijang Innova Zenix Hybrid contributes 25% Reported on August 3, 2025, Toyota Astra-Motor secured approximately 4,250 Vehicle Order Letters (SPKs) over 8 days at the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS 2025). The Kijang Innova Zenix Hybrid accounted for about 25% of these orders. Electrified vehicles accounted for 34% of Toyota’s total orders, marking a 7% increase over GIIAS 2024. Official...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/08

Toyota Vietnam reports sales of 6,841 cars in July 2025 (including Lexus) Announced on August 1, 2025, Toyota Motor Vietnam (TMV) reported July 2025 sales of 6,841 vehicles, including Lexus models. Toyota sales nationwide reached 6,668 units, with 2,397 domestically assembled and 4,271 imported vehicles. Hybrid sales nearly doubled YoY, reaching 755 units in July, reflecting growing consumer preference for fuel-efficient, eco-friendly cars withou...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/05

Spanish passenger car sales increase 17.1% in July On August 1, the automobile manufacturers association of Spain (ANFAC) announced that passenger car registrations of 98,337 units in July 2025 represented an increase of 17.1% over July 2024. Passenger car sales of 708,139 units in the first seven months of 2025 represented a 14.3% increase from the same period in 2024. Toyota sales increased 10.5% to 9,202 units, VW sales increased 15.6% to 6,90...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/04

16.4 （Source: Bureau of Economic Analysis: BEA） Total inventory stood at 2.83 million vehicles at the end of June. While this marks a 14.5% increase from early June (2.47 million units), it remains 1.4% lower than a year earlier.Inventory days at the end of June by brand:- Low Inventory: Toyota (26 days), Lexus (34), BMW (34), Kia (36)- High Inventory: Jeep (72 days), Lincoln (70), Ram (69), Ford (68), Cadillac (67), Infiniti (75), Acu...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/04

Toyota Sakarya plant to suspend operations for maintenance from August 4 to August 16, 2025 On July 31, multiple sources reported that Toyota Automotive Manufacturing Turkey (TMMT) will suspend operations at its Sakarya factory from August 4 to 16, 2025, to carry out maintenance and overhauls on the facility’s production lines. This planned shutdown will affect production of the Corolla and C-HR models. Toyota usually plan such breaks well in a...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/01

Toyota launches new Corolla Cross hybrid in Turkiye On July 18, Toyota announced that it has launched the new Corolla Cross Hybrid in Türkiye, with price starting at TL 2,075,000. The new Corolla Cross Hybrid features a refreshed, modern design, it combines a fifth-generation 1.8-liter full hybrid engine with Toyota's T-Mate safety technologies, delivering 140 PS of power and 185 Nm of torque. The vehicle is offered in three trim levels, which...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/28

GIIAS 2025: Toyota debuts Indonesia-made new bZ4X BEV; presents heritage and xEV solutions Announced on July 23, 2025, PT Toyota-Astra Motor (TAM) is participating in GIIAS 2025, showcasing up to 30 vehicles, including two heritage models: the Corolla KE20 (introduced in Indonesia in 1971) and the Toyota Kijang Buaya Generation One, launched in 1977, celebrating Toyota’s 54-year legacy in Indonesia. At the event, Toyota unveiled the locally pro...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/24

Toyota announced updated Yaris to be launched in November in Argentina On July 17, Toyota Argentina announced that the new Yaris Cross will launch locally on November 27. This B-segment compact SUV, manufactured at Toyota’s Sorocaba plant in Brazil, marks the brand’s first hybrid compact model in Argentina. It is set to strengthen Toyota’s leadership in sustainable mobility, with the company already accounting for over 70% of electrified ve...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/19

Toyota Vietnam announces sales of 6,536 cars in June 2025 (including Lexus) Announced on July 1, 2025, Toyota Motor Vietnam (TMV) reported total sales of 6,536 vehicles in June 2025, including Lexus models. Toyota-branded vehicles accounted for 6,213 units, comprising 2,163 domestically assembled units and 4,050 imported ones. Cumulatively, TMV delivered over 29,000 vehicles in H1 2025, representing a 31% increase YoY. With total accumulated sale...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/02

S4.    Tesla Model X5.    Jeep Gladiator6.    Kia EV67.    Honda Ridgeline8.    Honda Odyssey9.    Honda Passport10.    Volkswagen ID.411.    Acura MDX12.    Honda Pilot13.    Jeep Wrangler14.    Acura RDX15.    Honda Accord16.    Acura Integra17.    Kia Sportage18.    Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid19.    Chevrolet Colorado20.    Nissan Pathfinder The index includes vehicles produced at 36 factories across U.S. out ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/18

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

Yokohama Rubber supplies ADVAN FLEVA V701 tires for Toyota Corolla Cross GR SPORT The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd. (Yokohama Rubber) announced that its ADVAN FLEVA V701 tire has been selected as original equipment (OE) for the Toyota Corolla Cross GR SPORT. The tire size adopted is 225/45R19 92W. ADVAN FLEVA V701 is a high-performance tire which provides sporty handling performance in various scenarios including normal urban roads, winding roads, an...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/16

Toyota Philippines maintains optimism despite market headwinds Reported on June 9, 2025, Toyota Motor Philippines remains optimistic about continued growth in the local auto market despite a recent dip in passenger car sales and rising competition. The company downplays the 19.5% drop in local passenger car sales during the first 4 months of 2025, attributing it to seasonal factors and the recent elections, and expects a rebound. Toyota also welc...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/11

Toyota Vietnam announces sales of 5,831 cars in May 2025 (including Lexus) Announced on June 1, 2025, Toyota Vietnam Automobile Company (TMV) posted sales of 5,831 vehicles in May 2025, including Lexus models. Of this total, Toyota-branded vehicles accounted for 5,665 units, comprising 2,080 domestically assembled units and 3,585 imported units. Cumulatively, TMV delivered 23,061 vehicles during the first 5 months of 2025, marking a strong 34% in...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/05