In an exhilarating announcement that has the automotive world buzzing, Toyota has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative aimed at revitalizing iconic vintage models that have significantly influenced the car culture landscape. Leading this nostalgic revival are the AE86 Corolla Levin and Sprinter Trueno, which are set to benefit from a new supply of spare parts through …
A significant investor in Toyota Industries Corporation (TIC), the leading global manufacturer of forklift trucks with additional interests in automobiles, textiles, and electronics, has pointed to the complex structure of the Toyota Group as a contributing factor to recent data falsification scandals. GMO, managing assets worth $60 billion and holding shares in TIC for over …
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 …
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 …
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 – …
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 …
Australia is playing a central role in the development testing of the next-generation 2025 Toyota HiLux. The new model, which promises to be larger and more advanced, is currently undergoing tests in Australia. Despite Toyota’s efforts to keep the vehicle under wraps, there is speculation that it may be officially revealed later this year, following …
