Toyota investing USD 1 billion in Kentucky, Indiana plants On March 23, Toyota announced it will be spending USD 1 billion at the Georgetown, Kentucky and Princeton, Indiana assembly plants. The investment includes:    •  Toyota Kentucky - USD 800 million to further Toyota’s multi-pathway strategy by preparing the plant for the production of Highlander electric SUV, while also enabling the plant to increase production capacity for the Camr...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/24

PAS’ IVI system adopted for Toyota’s all-new RAV4 Panasonic Automotive Systems Co., Ltd. (PAS, Tsuzuki Ward, Yokohama City) announced that its in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) system has been adopted for Toyota Motor Corporation's all-new RAV4. The system also integrates with the “Arene” software platform, which Toyota is adopting for the first time. The adopted IVI system features a next-generation platform designed to support the transitio...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/23

Toyota to present new RAV4 in April in Brazil and opens pre-orders On March 19, Toyota Brazil confirmed the arrival of the new RAV4 in the country, which will be officially presented in April, and that it will begin the pre-launch campaign allowing customers to register interest and secure priority on the waiting list. The new generation of the SUV, described as the world’s best-selling model in its segment, will be offered in two configuration...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/21

Toyota RAV 4 debuts Panasonic Automotive Systems new in-vehicle infotainment system On March 19, Panasonic Automotive Systems announced that the company's new in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) system has debuted in the 2026 Toyota RAV4, which began arriving in dealerships across North America since February, with other regions to follow. Eventually, it will be available in more than 170 countries. The RAV 4 infotainment system features a large, high-...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/20

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

Renesas Electronics' automotive SoC adopted for Toyota RAV4’s ADAS Renesas Electronics Corporation (Renesas Electronics) announced on February 24 that its “R-Car V4H” system-on-chip (SoC) for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) has been adopted for an ADAS control unit developed by Denso Corporation. The ADAS control unit will be installed in Toyota Motor Corporation's all-new RAV4. The R-Car V4H, which is an SoC used for reliable, h...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/25

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

CFAO Mobility officially launches Toyota Tsusho Manufacturing Ghana (TTMG) On February 12, CFAO Mobility officially launched Toyota Tsusho Manufacturing Ghana (TTMG). The launch follows the successful completion of CFAO Mobility’s acquisition of Toyota and Hino vehicle distribution operations in Ghana from Toyota Ghana Limited, which was concluded on December 31, 2025, after all regulatory and legal requirements were fulfilled. The integration ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/19

Toyota confirms March 2026 arrival of all-new RAV4 HEV in Philippines Announced on February 18, 2026, Toyota confirmed that the all-new RAV4 HEV will officially arrive in the Philippines in March 2026, with the brand teasing that “a Ravolutionized ride is coming this March 2026.” Prospective buyers are also encouraged to visit their nearest dealer for more details. While Toyota Philippines has yet to release full local specifications, oversea...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/19

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 Philippines reports production milestone, strong sales in 2025; 5 models planned for 2026 Reported on January 31, 2026, Toyota Motor Philippines Corp. (TMP) set a new high for its vehicle production in 2025, rolling out 63,804 units at its Santa Rosa plant, a 6% increase over 2024. The Tamaraw, Vios, and Innova are the models manufactured locally, with TMP recognizing the government’s CARS program for supporting the industry. TMP’s tot...

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 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

[Automotive World 2026] Toyota introduces circular economy technologies, aiming for 30% recycled material use by 2030 ・ Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) is exhibiting at the 18th Automotive World (at Tokyo Big Sight, January 21-23) and introducing various circular economy technologies. ・ Toyota has set a new target for the use of recycled materials of "more than 30% by 2030." This means that, on average, at least 30% of its new vehicles afte...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/22

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

Acconeer, Sweden, provides radar sensor for access control for Toyota RAV4 2026 On January 15, Acconeer announced that it is providing A121 Pulsed Coherent Radar sensor for the recently launched Toyota RAV4 2026. Its trunk can be accessed by a kick sensor solution powered by Acconeer. With exceptional accuracy, Acconeer’s A121 radar sensor delivers seamless and reliable trunk access, eliminating false triggers from passing pedestrians or nearby...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/20

l go on sale in the coming months. It will have a starting MSRP of USD 29,990 plus USD 1,495 destination (USD 31,485 total), making it only USD 940 more than the previous generation. With standard all-wheel drive, the 2026 CX-5 is also more than USD 3,000 less expensive than a comparable base-model Toyota RAV4. At launch, the CX-5 is powered by a 2.5-liter SkyActiv-G four-cylinder engine producing 187 hp and 186 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 6-s...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/17

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