Toyota News

Toyota has decided to drop the "Prime" name for its plug-in hybrid models

The company announced on Thursday that the RAV4 Prime and Prius Prime will now be called RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid and Prius Plug-in Hybrid in North America.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 27, 2024, 10:11 a.m.
Toyota and Hyundai chairmen reportedly to meet in October for discussion of possible partnership

Toyota and Hyundai chiefs will meet in Seoul at the end of October. The big names in the car world might talk about working together, mostly on hydrogen tech.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 17, 2024, 2:05 p.m.
Here’s Our Best Look Yet at the Production Version of Toyota’s bZ3C EV

The production-spec Toyota bZ3C is closely resembles the prototype shown five months ago, with production slated to begin in late 2024.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 16, 2024, 1:35 p.m.
Toyota Prius Sets Guinness World Record for Highest MPG for a Coast-to-Coast Drive

Wayne Gerdes drove a Toyota Prius LE from Los Angeles to New York City and set a new Guinness World Record title for the lowest fuel consumption across the U.S. The car got 93.158 MPG (2.5 l/100 km) combined, beating the old record in the mid-70s MPG (3.36 l/100 km).

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 12, 2024, 2:55 p.m.
Mysterious Toyota GR Corolla spotted, could be a hint at a facelift or a new special edition

Toyota's got something up its sleeve with the GR Corolla. A lightly covered-up version of the hot hatch was just spotted cruising around Europe, looking almost identical to the current model except for a hidden front bumper.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 10, 2024, 9:51 a.m.
Toyota Slashes EV Production Target By 33%, Report Says

Toyota has cut its electric vehicle production targets by a third. The Japanese automaker will now aim to produce 400,000 EVs in 2025 and 1 million in 2026, down from previous goals.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 9, 2024, 3:04 p.m.
Toyota and BMW Group strengthen hydrogen car cooperation

Toyota and BMW signed an agreement to strengthen collaboration in the hydrogen sector, with a view to creating a hydrogen society and achieving overall carbon neutrality.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 5, 2024, 2:38 p.m.
Toyota Criticized After Poor Crash Test Result

Toyota's Raize subcompact crossover got a low rating in a recent crash test. The Latin NCAP gave it just one star out of five, pointing out big problems with its safety features and structure.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 4, 2024, 2:19 p.m.
Toyota Hilux Champ converted into a traveling hotel with refrigerator, TV and shower

Toyota Hilux Champ owners can now turn their trucks into mobile hotel rooms. Carryboy, a Thai company, has launched a full-spec motorhome conversion for the versatile pickup.

Evgenii Ushakov

Sept. 3, 2024, 10:38 a.m.
BMW and Toyota to expand hydrogen car partnership

Toyota and BMW are teaming up to save hydrogen cars. The two automakers plan to sign a new agreement in early September to strengthen their partnership in fuel cell vehicle development, Nikkei Asia reports.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 29, 2024, 8:45 a.m.
2025 Toyota Camry still with non-hybrid engine in some markets

The redesigned Toyota Camry continues the previous generation's 2.5-liter gasoline engine in select markets, including the Middle East.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 27, 2024, 10:31 a.m.
Toyota confirms that Century GRMN SUV is in the works

Toyota's Century GRMN SUV is moving from concept to reality. Chairman Akio Toyoda has confirmed the high-performance variant of the luxury SUV will go into production, first for Japan and later for China.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 22, 2024, 2:52 p.m.
Toyota could convert its entire North American lineup to hybrids

Toyota Motor might make all its cars in North America hybrids. According to Reuters, the company is looking at changing both Toyota and Lexus models to hybrid engines in the coming years.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 16, 2024, 10:55 a.m.
Toyota's new 2.0-liter turbocharged engine is rumored to have nearly 600 hp

Toyota is working on new gas engines for its future cars. The company is developing 1.5-liter and 2.0-liter engines, with the 2.0-liter turbo rumored to pack a punch of 395 horsepower, with up to 592 hp in racing form.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 15, 2024, 3:31 p.m.
Bulletproof Corolla and Hilux models now available from Toyota Brazil

Toyota Brazil has started offering armoring for its Corolla and Hilux models. The company now lets customers add extra protection to their vehicles, both new and used.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 15, 2024, 9:39 a.m.
Toyota Agrees to $100 Payments for Camry Owners Over Smelly Defect

Toyota has agreed to settle a class action lawsuit over foul odors in some Camry models. The settlement will get final approval on October 30, 2024, in California.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 12, 2024, 11:44 a.m.
South African Toyota Starlet Cross crossover is another example of badge engineering

Toyota has launched the Starlet Cross crossover in South Africa, which is based on the Indian-market Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor and Suzuki Fronx.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 6, 2024, 9:48 a.m.
Toyota GAZOO Racing Adds Direct Automatic Transmission to GR Corolla

Toyota has revealed an updated 2025 GR Corolla featuring an available eight-speed automatic transmission, sharper handling, and increased torque for the three-cylinder engine.

Evgenii Ushakov

Aug. 2, 2024, 10:16 a.m.
Toyota brings production of new hybrid transaxle to the U.S.

Toyota West Virginia has started producing the OEM's fifth-generation hybrid transaxle, a key component of Toyota's electrification strategy, according to a news release.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 29, 2024, 4:07 p.m.
Toyota Will Replace 100,000 Faulty Engines in the American Tundra and Lexus LX Models

A recall in May 2024 stated that the engines could be faulty. The only fix is a new engine.

Evgenii Ushakov

July 29, 2024, 10:46 a.m.

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