In a year of record-breaking sales, Toyota has demonstrated that its success is not solely dependent on the burgeoning electric vehicle (EV) market. The automotive giant reported a monumental sales figure of 11,233,039 vehicles in 2023, yet only a fraction of these, specifically 104,018 units, were EVs, accounting for a mere 0.926 percent of total …
In a significant development, Toyota Motor has issued a critical recall notice for approximately 50,000 older vehicles in the United States, citing severe risks associated with Takata air bag inflators. The Japanese automotive giant strongly advises owners of the affected vehicles to seek immediate repair services to prevent potential fatalities. The recall specifically targets certain …
Nissan has released its 2023 sales data, showing a delivery of 898,796 units across 22 model lines. A standout in this lineup is the Nissan GT-R, the all-wheel drive supercar, which saw a remarkable increase in sales. Last year, Nissan sold 390 GT-Rs, marking a 584-percent surge from the mere 57 units sold in 2022. …
Toyota Motor Corp. has announced a temporary suspension of shipments for 10 vehicle models. This decision follows a revelation by supplier Toyota Industries Corp. of certification problems with some diesel engines. During an internal investigation, irregularities were discovered in horsepower-output testing. It was found that the test engines operated on software different from the mass …
The Toyota Crown, a name synonymous with reliability and comfort within the Japanese Domestic Market (JDM), is stepping into a new era. Toyota, a brand known for its dependable and practical vehicles, is now positioning the Crown in the ultra-luxury segment and considering making the badge its own marque, marking a significant shift in its …
Recent insurance data has disclosed a startling statistic for New Zealand’s automobile landscape: the Toyota Aqua, a popular compact hybrid car, was the most frequently stolen vehicle in 2023. In a year marked by a dramatic rise in vehicle thefts, the Aqua found itself at the top of a list no car model wishes to …
Toyota, a dominant force in motorsports like Le Mans and the World Rally Championship, has made a significant move by renewing its commitment to petrol engines. This decision comes at a time when the global automotive industry is increasingly shifting towards electric vehicles (EVs). Akio Toyoda, the company chairman and known car enthusiast, announced this …
Toyota has announced the closure of its São Bernardo Plant in São Paulo, Brazil, a site with over six decades of automotive manufacturing history. This closure not only marks the end of an era for Toyota’s first overseas production facility but also heralds a new chapter for one of the plant’s most historic assets – …
At the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Honda has unveiled two new electric vehicle concepts as part of its ambitious ‘0 Series’. The highlight is a model already slated for production. Meet the ‘Saloon’: A Blend of Nostalgia and Modern Design Named ‘Saloon’, the first concept merges elements of classic 1980s design with modern …
Toyota Motor (7203.T) is gearing up to set a new record in global vehicle production for the year 2024, aiming to manufacture approximately 10.3 million vehicles worldwide. This ambitious goal, as reported by Nikkei, would mark the second consecutive year of record production for the automotive giant. The surge in production is largely attributed to …
