nd strong competition, Toyota expressed gratitude for maintaining market leadership and the trust of Indonesian consumers. In addition to the Innova Zenix Hybrid, Toyota showcased several electrified models at GIIAS 2025, including the Crown FCEV, Corolla Cross Hybrid, Urban Cruiser, and the latest bZ4X. (From an article of Republika in August 3, 2025 and multiple sources)...

News  Updated at: 2025/08/08

horough preparation process for new product launches, ensuring that spare parts are fully stocked at all levels (including warehouses, depots, and dealerships) prior to a model’s market introduction. This approach aims to prevent supply challenges and maintain customer satisfaction. TAM cited the BZ4X EV, which was initially launched as a CBU import. To support this model, Toyota has established 118 charging stations across Indonesia. Building ...

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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

/y for 5 consecutive months. Year-to-date (YTD) sales volume totaled 837,700 units, up 6.8% y/y. Specifically, FAW Toyota took up 377,821 units, including 185,157 electrified models (49%) and up 16% y/y; and GAC Toyota took up 364,218 units, achieving positive growth y/y. The latter will launch the bZ7 battery electric sedan in the second half of the year. On July 8, Honda announced that its June sales volume was 58,468 units, down 15.2% y/y. YTD...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/10

account for 20–25% of Ativ sales, though production can be easily adjusted if demand grows. Currently, xEVs (electrified vehicles) make up 25% of Thailand’s car market, with hybrids representing half of that share.  Starting in October, Toyota will launch the new Hilux pickup, followed by the bZ4X electric SUV, which will be imported from Japan and subject to a 20% import tariff. The company added that it is negotiating with its parent firm...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/07

Rohm’s SiC power module adopted for Toyota’s bZ5 Rohm Co., Ltd. (Rohm) announced that the power module equipped with its fourth-generation silicon carbide (SiC) metal-oxide-semiconductor field-effect transistor (MOSFET) bare chip has been adopted for Toyota Motor Corporation’s new bZ5 crossover electric vehicle (EV). Shanghai Haimosic Semiconductor Co., Ltd. (Haimosic), a joint venture between Rohm and Zhenghai Group Co., Ltd., has started ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/25

multi-path product lineup including the following content. -          The next-generation Highlander and Sienna will be available in range-extended electric (REEV) variants, with competitive high-performance plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) variants under development. -          The bZ series will be further expanded, and solid-state batteries will reach mass production and be equipped in GAC Toyota models as soon as possible. - ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/17

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 exceeding 1,000 units. Toyota recorded an electrified share of 46.2% when accounting for sales of the bZ4X BEV. The new-generation LandCruiser Prado continued its momentum with 2,732 sales in May, while the LandCruiser 300 Series achieved its strongest...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/16

FAW Toyota launches bZ5 electric coupe SUV On June 10, FAW Toyota launched the bZ5 midsize battery electric coupe SUV. The model is available in four variants, with prices ranging from CNY 129,800 to CNY 159,800. It is the first new model developed by FAW Toyota’s China team and a starting model under Toyota’s localization strategy. Adopting a stereoscopic diamond-cutting exterior design, the bZ5 measures 4,780mm long, 1,866mm wide, and 1,510...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/13

0 units in May, up 6.8% year-over-year (y/y) and achieving growth y/y for 4 consecutive months. Year-to-date (YTD) sales volume totaled 680,000 units, up 7.5% y/y. Specifically, FAW Toyota electrified models and TNGA-K platform-based high-end models took up 48% and 61%, respectively. The FAW Toyota bZ5 midsize battery electric SUV launched on June 10 is expected to be a key volume seller. On June 9, Honda announced that its May sales volume was 5...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/12

Toyota UK reveals updated bZ4X electric SUV with better range On June 10, Toyota UK unveiled the updated bZ4X electric SUV, enhancing driving and charging performance, as well as interior and exterior design. The SUV now rides on an upgraded BEV platform with new eAxles, batteries, suspension, and chassis tuning. The vehicle now offers two battery choices: a 57.7 kWh pack (FWD only) and a larger 73.1 kWh option (FWD and AWD). A new 22 kW onboard ...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/11

Toyota to drastically cut price of bZ4X Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) plans to reduce the price of its bZ4X electric vehicle (EV) by more than JPY 500,000 in Japan in the second half of 2025. The price after subtracting a subsidy will be around JPY 4 million. Toyota will also add a new version that travels more than approximately 700 km. The company aims to increase the monthly sales of the bZ4X, currently selling less than 100 units, to 1,50...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/10

eaming shopping guidance and online consultation will be concurrently created to promote the establishment of a closed loop from “online order placement to offline deliveries to after-sales services”. To be involved in the campaign are 124 NEV models such as BYD’s Han and Tang, FAW Toyota’s bZ3, Dongfeng Motor Corporation’s Nammi 01, Geely’s Zeekr 7X, NIO’s Onvo L60, and Tesla’s Model Y. From an MIIT press release...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/09

Euro NCAP rates 9 cars on assisted competence and safety backup On May 21, Euro NCAP announced ratings of 9 vehicles based on assistance competence and safety backup. The lineup includes Kia EV3, MAZDA CX-80, MG ZS, Porsche Macan, Renault 5, Tesla Model S, Toyota bZ4X, Volvo EX30, and XPENG G9. Kia EV3 (with 74%), Porsche Macan (with 85%), Renault 5 (with 73%), and Toyota bZ4X (with 83%) all earned a ‘Very Good’ rating in Euro NCAP’s Assist...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/04

any executives say they expect slow but steady growth in U.S. EV sales, but will also look to export those two models to other global markets. The two new models will join the two currently available and three additional imported EVs that Toyota will have in U.S. showrooms in the coming months, the bZ Woodland, C-HR crossover and a version of the Lexus ES sedan. By mid-2027, a total of seven EVs will be in its U.S. dealerships. Toyota is on track...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/30

bZ5 electric SUV rolls off production line at FAW Toyota NEV Plant On May 16, FAW Group announced the roll-off of the bZ5 intelligent electric SUV, an FAW Toyota locally developed key model, at the FAW Toyota NEV Plant. The bZ5 is equipped with: a 1.44-square-meter panoramic glass sunroof with Low-E and Ag2 coatings, offering ultraviolet and infrared ray isolation rates of 99.98% and 99.3%, respectively; the Toyota Space intelligent cockpit with ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/22

Toyota unveils bZ4X Touring electric SUV, set for European launch in spring 2026 On May 15, Toyota unveiled the bZ4X Touring, a new addition to its all-electric bZ4X lineup. The bZ4X Touring is 140 mm longer and 20 mm taller than the standard bZ4X, with overall dimensions of 4,830 mm in length and 1,670 mm in height. The vehicle will be available in front-wheel and all-wheel drive versions, both equipped with a 74.7 kWh (gross capacity) lithium...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/16

Toyota to premiere new bZ Woodland BEV model in North America On May 15, Toyota Motor Corp. announced that it will be expanding its BEV lineup in North America as it continues to address customer needs in each region.  The new bZ Woodland will premiere at a new vehicle launch event hosted by Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) from May 19 to 21. The new bZ Woodland is scheduled to go on sale in North America in early 2026.    •    Toyota is ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/16

in April, up 20.8% year-over-year (y/y) and achieving growth y/y for 3 consecutive months. Year-to-date (YTD) sales volume totaled 530,200 units, up 7.7% y/y. Stimulated by China’s automobile trade-in policies, Toyota’s sales volumes of hybrid vehicles and battery electric vehicles such as the bZ3X both increased. On May 12, Honda announced that its April sales volume was 43,689 units, down 40.8% y/y. YTD sales volume totaled 201,576 units,...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/15

Toyota’s restyled 2026 bZ electric SUV adds range, exterior updates On May 13, Toyota announced its 2026 bZ Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV). For model year 2026, the model makes advancements in range, output, charging performance, restyled exterior with front-end design changes to fascia and lighting, and slimmer dash board inside. The model also receives a name change, switching from the Toyota bZ4X to the Toyota bZ, simplifying the name for c...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/14