nt of the work that had previously been required on-site was replaced with digital processes, and labor productivity also tripled. This time, the digital twins were introduced to the production line at the Anjo No. 2 Plant (Anjo City, Aichi Prefecture), which produces e-axles for the all-new Toyota bZ4X. In addition to the three-dimensional models of the equipment, the control panel for controlling the equipment and the operation panel for operat...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/27

Toyota launches all-new bZ4X Touring BEV in Japan On February 25, Toyota Motor launched the all-new bZ4X Touring BEV in Japan, following the bZ4X. The bZ4X Touring is a new wagon-like midsize electric SUV that combines the original bZ4X's defining qualities―the joy of driving, including strong acceleration and off-road capability, and the everyday convenience of ample cruising range―and is suited for a wide range of situations, including outd...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/25

increased by 42.7% year-over-year (y/y) to 6,511 units, while total passenger car sales declined by 6.2% y/y. The ratio of EV sales to total passenger car sales increased by 0.7 percentage points y/y to 2.1%. The robust EV sales have been led by Toyota Motor Corporation’s (Toyota) fully upgraded bZ4X, and imported cars such as Tesla, Inc.’s (Tesla) EVs. The total sales of EVs, hybrid vehicles (HVs), and other electrified vehicles declined by...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/17

First mass-produced bZ4X Robotaxi developed by Pony.ai, Toyota rolls off production line On February 9, the first mass-produced bZ4X Robotaxi rolled off the production line. This marks that Pony.ai’s strategic partnership with Toyota China and GAC Toyota has entered a new stage of mass production and large-scale operations. The bZ4X Robotaxi production line built by GAC Toyota and Pony.ai, where TPS (Toyota Production System) is deeply integrat...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/11

Infineon supplies CoolSiC MOSFETs for the new bZ4X model from Toyota On February 9, Infineon Technologies announced that CoolSiC MOSFETs (silicon carbide (SiC) power MOSFETs) have been adopted in the new bZ4X model from Toyota. Integrated into the on-board charger (OBC) and DC/DC converter, it leverages the material's advantages of low losses, high thermal resistance, and high voltage capability to help extend driving range and reduce charging ti...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/09

New Toyota bZ4X selling strongly, marking three consecutive victories in monthly EV sales ranking in Japan The sales of the bZ4X, an electric vehicle (EV) from Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota), are strong. From the facelift implemented on October 9, 2025, to the end of the year, approximately 11,000 units were ordered. Its sales volume from October to December was 3,448 units, 22 times the 155 units sold in the same period of 2024. It has ranked...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/16

ich did not disclose its figures, is estimated to have sold around 5,600 EVs—an increase of approximately 80%. While EV sales of Nissan, which is leading in the Japanese EV market with its Leaf and Sakura, dramatically declined by 38.3% y/y to 18,968 units, Toyota, which has fully redesigned its bZ4X, sold 4,213 units (a 2-fold y/y increase), and Honda, which launched the new N-One e:, saw a 35-fold y/y increase to 5,257 units. (From an articl...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/14

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

r Co., Ltd., which released new models, sales of EVs by US’ Tesla, Inc. and China’s BYD Co. Ltd. were strong. In 2026, Suzuki Motor Corporation and Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. launch new EV models. There is growing interest in how long this momentum will continue. EV sales were boosted by the Toyota bZ4X (1,580 units), which was fully redesigned in October. The price for the EV was substantially decreased while its driving performance was improved...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/23

ress conference. The most significant launch 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 ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/19

of 205 Nm (front) plus 269 Nm (rear), paired with a 59.2 kWh battery providing an NEDC range of up to 315 km. It supports AC charging up to 10 kW and DC fast charging up to 125 kW. Other models on display include Fortuner Leader G+, Yaris Ativ HEV, Yaris Cross Nightshade, Innova Zenix, bZ4X EV, GR86, GR Corolla, Alphard & Vellfire HEV, and the Camry with Charismo Luxe accessories. (From Toyota Motor Thailand press release (I / II))...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/03

DaikyoNishikawa’s bus bar adopted by Toyota for the first time to give EVs increased power DaikyoNishikawa Corporation (DaikyoNishikawa) announced that its newly developed bus bar, a wiring product that stabilizes current transmission, was adopted by Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) for the bZ4X electric vehicle (EV) recently released as an improved version. It is the first time DaikyoNishikawa’s bus bar has been adopted by Toyota. The newly...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/02

Sumitomo Riko’s cooling pipe hose resin tube adopted for Toyota’s bZ4X EV Sumitomo Riko Co., Ltd. (Sumitomo Riko) announced that its resin tube for cooling pipe hoses has been adopted for Toyota Motor Corporation’s bZ4X electric vehicle (EV). The resin tube is mounted on an underfloor area from the vehicle front to the rear and near the e-axle and other motor parts. The resin tube, which is made of a low-cost, lightweight resin material, ha...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/26

ong performance, excellent fuel efficiency, and easy maintenance through its self-charging hybrid system. Pre-orders are now open with a special introductory price of IDR 299 million for the V Grade until December 2025. TAM also officially began sales of two BEV models: (i) the locally produced New bZ4X, priced from IDR 799,000,000 OTR Jakarta, and (ii) the New Urban Cruiser, previously previewed at GIIAS 2025, priced from IDR 759,000,000.For ove...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/25

90% or higher for adult occupant protection. The top performers were the Leapmotor B10, Mercedes-Benz CLE Coupé, and Hongqi EHS7 i.e., each earning 93% and a 5-star rating. 7 more mid-size SUVs were tested, including Kia EV5, Nissan Qashqai (4-star), Škoda Elroq and Enyaq, Subaru Solterra, Toyota bZ4X, and the updated Tesla Model Y. Among these, the Tesla Model Y stood out, scoring 91% for adult safety, 93% for child safety, 92% for safety assi...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/19

Toyota Australia to launch all-electric C-HR in mid-2027 Announced on November 11, 2025, Toyota confirmed that the all-new C-HR BEV will launch in Australia in mid-2027. The compact electric SUV will join the bZ4X and bZ4X Touring, further expanding Toyota Australia’s BEV lineup.  Developed as a dedicated BEV, the model offers strong range, practical charging options, and the model’s signature styling. Unlike the hybrid C-HR, it uses Toyota...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/18

crease of 2.8%). The ratio of HV sales to total passenger car sales declined by 3.3 percentage points y/y to 50.1%. EV sales increased by 35.4% y/y to 5,858 units, with the ratio of EV sales to total passenger car sales up by 0.5 percentage points y/y to 1.8%. Toyota, which has fully redesigned its bZ4X, sold 1,121 units (a 9.8-fold increase y/y), and Honda, which launched the new N-One e: mini passenger car saw a 285-fold increase to 1,141 units...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/17

n (NHTSA). Transport Canada says in a recall notice that 99,178 vehicles are affected in Canada. 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...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/06

e. 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 Lexus RZ fell by over 90%. Sales of electrified vehicles (Toyota and Lexus combined) fell to 45% of total sales in the same month, down from ...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/04

Toyota announces prices and model range for new bZ4X mid-size electric SUV in UK On October 22, Toyota UK announced prices and updates for the new bZ4X in UK, featuring significant technical upgrades. The model offers two new battery options: 57.7 kWh and 73.1 kWh, paired with revised eAxles for greater power and efficiency, extending the driving range up to 352 miles. Charging improvements include a 22-kW on-board AC charger and a new battery pr...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/23