Toyota News

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  Toyota Teases Potential FJ Cruiser Revival and Mysterious Large SUV at Land Cruiser 250 Debut

  Toyota has potentially teased the revival of the Toyota FJ Cruiser during the debut event of the Land Cruiser 250. The teaser includes the silhouette of two unknown SUVs, one of which is believed to be the FJ Cruiser revival in electric form.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 3, 2023, 2:42 p.m.
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  Toyota to build Subaru's upcoming electric SUV at plant that now makes Camry and RAV4

  Toyota plans to build a new three-row electric crossover for Subaru in 2025 at its plant in Kentucky. This vehicle is expected to be a variant of Toyota's own three-row electric SUV, known as the bZ5X.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 3, 2023, 10:31 a.m.
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  Nearly 40-Year-Old Toyota Land Cruiser 70 Series Gets Upgraded With Fresh Styling And New Turbodiesel

  The 70 Series, which was originally introduced in 1984 as a replacement for the ancient 40 Series, is getting its fourth facelift. Despite the introduction of newer Land Cruiser generations over the years, Toyota has continued to offer the 70 Series in some markets, including Australia and South Africa, with frequent updates to keep it relevant.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 2, 2023, 6:06 p.m.
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  Toyota unveils new Land Cruiser, first of its kind with electric power steering and disconnectable anti-roll bar system

  Hot on the heels of the Toyota Land Cruiser making a triumphant return to the United States, details about the new model have just been announced for Europe and select international markets. It will be sold in some countries as the Land Cruiser Prado, including Australia.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  Aug. 2, 2023, 10:24 a.m.
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  Toyota Corolla GR Sport Impresses in Moose Test with Agile Cornering Qualities

  The Corolla GR Sport performs well in the moose test, a maneuverability test that evaluates a vehicle's ability to avoid an obstacle suddenly appearing in front of it.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  July 31, 2023, 6:35 p.m.
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  Prior Design Unveils Impressive Widebody Kit for Toyota GR Yaris

  Aftermarket tuner Prior Design has released a widebody kit for the Toyota GR Yaris to make its design more aggressive. The kit strikes a balance between aggression and style without being too extreme.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  July 28, 2023, 9:27 p.m.
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  Toyota builds world's first hydrogen-powered autonomous soccer robot

  Toyota has built a new hydrogen-powered robot named "Pixi" that is capable of kicking a soccer ball. The robot's development was led by the Toyota Engineering Society (TES), a group within the company focused on exploring new technologies.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  July 28, 2023, 10:45 a.m.
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  New 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Teased with Classic FJ62 Design Cues

  Toyota is teasing the design of its new Land Cruiser model, which is expected to arrive for the 2024 or (more likely) 2025 model year.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  July 26, 2023, 2:38 p.m.
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  Toyota’s Hydrogen Lunar Cruiser Could Someday Use Moon Ice As Fuel To Prolong Missions

  Toyota's Lunar Cruiser could revolutionize lunar exploration by harnessing the power of water as a source of hydrogen.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  July 24, 2023, 11:31 a.m.
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  100 Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles to be deployed at Edmonton International Airport in Canada

  Edmonton International Airport (YEG) in Alberta, Canada has ordered 100 Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). This order marks the province's first fleet of hydrogen-powered zero-emission vehicles.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  July 19, 2023, 1:24 p.m.
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  Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road: First Real-Life Shots Reveal Off-Roading Potential

  Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road variant has been spotted for the first time, showcasing its off-road capabilities and distinct design features. The TRD Off-Road offers two powertrain options, including a turbocharged engine and a hybrid i-Force Max setup.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  July 18, 2023, 2:49 p.m.
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  Rowan Atkinson drives Hydrogen Powered Toyota GR Yaris at Goodwood

  Rowan Atkinson, known for his roles in Mr. Bean and Johnny English, showed his support for alternative fuels by driving a specially prepared Toyota GR Yaris H2 at Goodwood.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  July 17, 2023, 10:31 a.m.
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  Toyota Recalls 2023 Tundra and Sequoia Models Due to Potential Spare Tire Detachment Risk

  Toyota has issued a recall for certain 2023 Tundra and Sequoia U.S. models due to a potential risk of the spare tires detaching from their carriers. The issue is caused by bad welds on the chains that hold the spare tires in place.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  July 15, 2023, 11:09 a.m.
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  Toyota Launches '86 Refresh Service' to Restore First-Gen Models to Factory Condition

  Toyota has introduced a program called "86 Refresh Service" in Japan, allowing owners of first-generation Toyota 86 models (produced between 2012 and 2016) to restore their cars to their original factory condition.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  July 13, 2023, 3:56 p.m.
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  Toyota claims breakthrough that will lead to 1,199 km EV battery

  Toyota claims it has made a technological breakthrough that will eventually lead to a solid-state battery capable of delivering up to 745 miles (1,199 kilometers) of range, all while completely recharging in 10 minutes.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  July 7, 2023, 10:57 a.m.
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  Toyota teases 2025 Land Cruiser for America

  Following an exciting announcement on social media last month about the return of the Land Cruiser to the US, Toyota is following up with official teaser images of an unnamed mid-size, off-road SUV. Although the automaker didn’t explicitly say these images are of the forthcoming Land Cruiser, it did mention 65 years of off-road history.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  July 6, 2023, 2:24 p.m.
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  Toyota And Hyundai EV Ads Banned In UK And Ireland Over Misleading Charge-Time Claims

  The UK's advertising watchdog, the Advertising Standards Agency (ASA), has recently taken action against Hyundai and Toyota for their misleading claims regarding charge times and availability of fast chargers in their electric vehicle (EV) advertisements. The ASA found that the automakers exaggerated the charge speeds and did not accurately represent the real-world figures that owners could expect. Additionally, the availability of high-speed charging stations was found to be less widespread than claimed.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  June 29, 2023, 12:45 p.m.
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  Toyota To Make 550 GR Corollas For Japan In 2024, But It’s A Lottery To Get One

  The GR Corolla is returning for 2024 in Japan. However, there's a catch: the highly anticipated sports car will be produced in limited quantities, with only 550 examples available. To make matters more exciting, prospective buyers will have to enter a lottery for a chance to purchase one of these vehicles.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  June 29, 2023, 12:06 p.m.
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  2024 Toyota C-HR Debuts With PHEV, Offering Powerful Performance and Enhanced Design

  Toyota has unveiled the highly anticipated 2024 Toyota C-HR, showcasing a new generation of design and performance. With its debut, the C-HR introduces a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) option, elevating its powertrain capabilities.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  June 26, 2023, 10:33 a.m.
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  Toyota Unveils New Generative AI Technique for Vehicle Design

  Toyota Research Institute (TRI) unveiled a generative artificial intelligence (AI) technique to amplify vehicle designers. With TRI’s new technique, designers can add initial design sketches and engineering constraints into this process, cutting down the iterations needed to reconcile design and engineering considerations.

  Evgenii Ushakov

  June 23, 2023, 10:51 a.m.