Spanish passenger car sales increase 11.7% in March On April 1, the automobile manufacturers association of Spain (ANFAC) announced that passenger car registrations of 130,340 units in March 2026 represented an increase of 11.7% over March 2025. Passenger car sales of 300,529 units in the first three months of the year represented a 7.6% increase from the same period in 2025.Toyota sales increased 67.5% to 11,930 units, VW sales increased 6.6% to...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

evels included Lincoln (91 days), Jeep (86), Ram (84), Buick (80), Ford (77), Chrysler (69), Dodge (64) and GMC (64) among U.S. brands; Acura (81) among Japanese brands; Hyundai (69) among Korean brands; and VW (87) among European brands. Brands with tighter inventory included Mitsubishi (17 days), Toyota (26) and Lexus (28) among Japanese brands; and Kia (32) among Korean brands. Other brands were as follows: Chevrolet (54) and Cadillac (48) amo...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

Lincoln (104), Ford (97), Ram (91), Chrysler (86), Buick (71), and GMC (69) among US brands, Acura (98) among Japanese brands, Hyundai (83) and Genesis (70) among Korean brands, and VW (98) among European brands. Japanese brands were the only ones with tighter inventory, with Mitsubishi (25 days), Toyota (28), and Lexus (33). Other brands were as follows: Among US brands, Dodge (60 days), Chevrolet (58), and Cadillac (53). Among Japanese brands...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/04

Toyota Vietnam announces sales of 3,935 cars in February 2026 (including Lexus) Announced on March 1, 2026, Toyota Motor Vietnam (TMV) reported total sales of 3,935 vehicles in February, including Lexus models.  Toyota-branded vehicles accounted for 3,890 units, representing a 25% YoY increase. This total included 1,291 locally assembled vehicles and 2,599 imported units.  HEV models contributed 709 units to Toyota’s February sales, more than...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/02

Toyota officially launches Yaris Cross in Argentina On February 24, Toyota Argentina officially presented the new Yaris Cross in Buenos Aires, Argentina, marking the launch of the brand’s first B-segment SUV in the country. The model will be offered in multiple variants, including two hybrid versions, expanding Toyota’s electrified lineup in Argentina. The launch campaign, under the concept “Tu primer Toyota híbrido,” positions Yaris Cro...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/25

Toyota leads sales, production, and exports in Argentina for fifth year On February 4, Toyota Motor Corporation released its 2025 global results, reporting 10.5 million vehicles sold worldwide and reinforcing its position as the world's top automaker. The best-selling global models included the RAV4, Corolla, Camry, Hilux, and Corolla Cross. Electrified vehicles represented a significant portion of sales, with 4.99 million units delivered.  In A...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/07

Toyota Vietnam records sales of 5,059 units (including Lexus) in January 2026 Announced on February 1, 2026, Toyota Motor Vietnam (TMV) reported total sales of 5,059 vehicles in January 2026, including Lexus models. Toyota-branded vehicles accounted for 4,852 units, representing a 45% YoY increase. This total included 2,202 locally assembled vehicles and 2,650 imported units. HEV models contributed 217 units to Toyota’s January sales. The Yaris...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/06

U.S. auto sales flat in January; Toyota, Honda, Nissan post gains Note: Some figures were updated on February 10. The number of new vehicles sold in the U.S. in January 2026 (preliminary figures including estimates for GM/Stellantis/Tesla, etc.), aggregated by MarkLines as of February 4, was 1,104,953 units, roughly flat year over year (down 0.2%). January had 26 selling days, one more than a year earlier. Light vehicle seasonally adjusted annual...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/04

Toyota begins flex-fuel engine production in Brazil On February 3, it was reported that Toyota began production of its flex-fuel engines for the new Toyota Yaris Cross in a temporary facility in Porto Feliz, Brazil. The production is taking place in a rented warehouse, known as the DRV Galpão, which was initially intended only to store machinery but has now been adapted to sustain engine manufacturing until the plant is rebuilt, a process expect...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/04

Spanish passenger car sales rose 1.1% to 73,103 units in January On February 2, the automobile manufacturers association of Spain (ANFAC) announced that passenger car registrations of 73,103 units in January 2026 represented an increase of 1.1% over January 2025. Toyota sales decreased 5.5% to 7,106 units, Seat sales increased 36.7% to 5,011 units, Peugeot sales increased 43.6% to 4,705 units, VW sales increased 10.6% to 4,204 units, Mercedes-Ben...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/03

Global NCAP rates Toyota Corolla Cross two stars over missing side head protection On January 28, Global NCAP announced a two-star adult occupant protection rating for the Toyota Corolla Cross under its SaferCarsForAfrica campaign, citing the absence of standard side head protection for the South African market. The crash test report noted that while the bodyshell was rated as stable, the footwell area was unstable and unable to withstand additio...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/28

Toyota starts Yaris Cross production in Brazil On January 27, Toyota Brazil announced the start of production of the Yaris Cross at its Sorocaba plant in São Paulo. This is part of Toyota’s BRL11.5 billion investment cycle through 2030 and reflects its Multipathway strategy, combining electrification options adapted to local markets. The Yaris Cross features Toyota’s full flex hybrid system, pairing a self-charging electric drive with a gaso...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/28

Canada’s top-selling passenger car and light truck models in 2025 On January 14, DesRosiers Automotive Consultants released a list of top selling models in Canada in 2025. Even in Canada’s chaotic environment of tariffs and counter-tariffs, automotive sales rose 2.0% in 2025.  Among passenger cars, the Canadian-built Honda Civic retained the top position, with the Toyota Corolla coming in second place despite both models having minor sales ...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/21

Toyota announces all-time record sales in Europe in 2025 On January 14, Toyota Motor Europe announced record combined sales of 1,229,038 Toyota and Lexus vehicles in 2025, up 1.0% year on year, supported by a growing focus on electrification. Electrified vehicles accounted for 77% of total sales, with BEVs volumes rising 46% year on year, alongside strong growth of 76% in PHEVs and 3% in HEVs. Toyota sold 1,143,963 vehicles, up 1.0% year on year,...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/15

Toyota Mexico announces 2025 best sales ever in the country On January 6, it was reported that Toyota de México closed 2025 with its highest sales 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 hybr...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/08

Toyota Vietnam reports sales of 8,719 cars in December 2025 (including Lexus) Announced on January 2, 2026, Toyota Motor Vietnam (TMV) reported December 2025 sales of 8,719 vehicles, including Lexus, bringing total 2025 sales to 74,206 units. Toyota-branded vehicles accounted for 8,329 units in December, comprising 3,597 locally assembled and 4,732 imported vehicles. Full-year Toyota sales reached 71,954 units, representing an 8% YoY increase. HE...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/05

Toyota Philippines xEV sales jump 45% in Jan–Nov 2025; bZ4X BEV launched Reported on December 22, 2025, Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) posted a 45% YoY increase in electrified vehicle (xEV) sales, delivering 16,986 units of Toyota and Lexus models from January to November 2025.  This growth mirrors the rising adoption of electrified vehicles in the Philippines, where HEV, PHEV, and BEV sales reached 41,000 units through September, a 356% incre...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/26

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...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/19

Four Japanese OEMs’ November sales in U.S. decline y/y for first time in five months It was reported that four Japanese automakers’ new vehicle sales in the U.S. in November totaled 400,586 units, a year-over-year (y/y) decrease of 4.6% for the first time in 5 months. Sales of three automakers other than Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) declined. Especially. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) reported a 15.3% y/y decrease. The decline was affecte...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/12

Toyota Vietnam reports sales of 7,953 cars in November 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. ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/08