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Toyota closed 2025 on a historic high. The Japanese automaker sold a record 11.3 million vehicles globally, securing its position as the world's best-selling automaker for the sixth year in a row. That momentum, however, has run straight into 2026 with an asterisk attached. Toyota reported a 3.9 per cent decline in global production for February 2026, marking its fourth consecutive month of contraction, with worldwide output totaling 749,673 units for the month. Global sales followed suit, easin

RAV4 Mania Continues American car buyers can't get enough of the Toyota RAV4, so much so that even 2025 model years are selling out at no discount. A couple of factors are allowing this to happen: Toyota can't make the 2026 models fast enough, leading to a shortage; the remaining pool of 2025 models is still getting bought up, regardless. The outright demand for the RAV4, as well as the transition to the new model, is causing 2025 model-year vehicles to be sold without discounts. One of the oth

The GR Sport Isn’t the Ceiling—It’s Just Where Toyota Stopped The current Toyota RAV4 GR Sport already pushes the badge further than most expected. With its plug-in hybrid setup making 320 horsepower, it’s the most powerful RAV4 so far, and it finally gives the name some real performance to back up the looks. It’s quick, composed, and genuinely fun to drive – something older RAV4s never really aimed for. But this isn’t the limit for the RAV4. Toyota hasn’t hit the ceiling yet – it's just chosen

Ownership Isn’t Always Straightforward Car ownership can be challenging, especially when buying pre-owned, as vehicles may come with underlying issues. That’s why dealerships offer Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) programs, designed to give buyers added confidence that a vehicle has been thoroughly inspected and is in excellent condition. However, the owner of a Certified Pre-Owned 2019 Toyota RAV4 now finds himself in a difficult position after his SUV suffered a catastrophic engine failure – with ne

Apple Car Key, Now With a Toyota Badge Apple’s digital car key first appeared in 2020, and, really, it just made sense. If your car already unlocked itself when you got close, swapping the fob for your phone was the next logical step. Since then, Apple Car Key has quietly spread to more brands – Audi, BMW, Hyundai, Kia, Genesis, Mercedes-Benz, and Volvo are all on board. Toyota is finally joining the party, but there’s a catch: right now, only the 2026 RAV4 (and only certain trims) in the US get

The Unlikely New GR Power Leader It’s easy to miss, but Toyota’s performance lineup in North America is about to change. With the GR Supra on its way out, the first-ever RAV4 GR Sport quietly steps in as the most powerful GR-badged Toyota you can buy here. The GR Corolla still leads for track focus and driver feel, but when it comes to pure output, the RAV4 now takes the top spot. Well, at least until the upcoming GR GT arrives. The RAV4 GR Sport gets its advantage from a plug-in hybrid setup: a

Getting Smarter About Aerodynamics Most cars get aerodynamic add-ons for one of two reasons: performance or efficiency. Sports cars use splitters, wings, and diffusers to stay glued to the road at speed. But for hybrids and EVs, it’s all about squeezing out more range by cutting drag wherever possible. Apparently, one of the latest vehicles to receive an active aerodynamic trick is also one of the world’s best-selling SUVs: the new-generation Toyota RAV4. Hidden under the RAV4’s front bumper is

A Supposedly Repair Turns Into a $6,600 Shock A recent case involving an older-generation Toyota RAV4 owner has sparked debate online after a dealership quoted roughly $6,600 to repair what was described simply as an “airbox.” The story surfaced on Reddit, where the owner asked fellow users whether the estimate sounded reasonable. Notably, no specific symptoms or failure details were mentioned, leaving commenters to interpret the quote based solely on pricing and terminology. The confusion large

Hybrid-Only in America, but Not Everywhere By now, you should already know that the RAV4 gone fully electrified in the US. Buyers still have options, but those options are now limited to hybrid or plug-in hybrid setups – much like what happened with the Camry when it dropped its pure combustion models. But that’s not the case everywhere. In places like the Middle East and China, you can still buy a RAV4 with a traditional gasoline engine. Toyota seems to be reading the room in each market, adjus

Toyota RAV4 in Three Flavors The latest-generation Toyota RAV4 is now available in three flavors: Core, Rugged, and Sport. Each one gets its own look and powertrain setup, resulting in a diverse lineup with distinct styling. For a nameplate that needs to win over various types of customers – be it daily drivers, weekend explorers, and those who want a bit more on-road performance – it’s a deliberate move. Even before Toyota’s own show cars (from its forklift maker, nonetheless) hit the spotlight

Déjà Vu, Toyota Toyota has joined Nissan and Ford on the 2026 recall list after pulling back 162,000 vehicles over a rearview camera display issue. The Japanese marque said on Friday that the display may become stuck on the camera view or show a black image, a condition that violates a federal safety standard requiring all new vehicles to be equipped with a backup camera since 2018. The vehicles affected include the 2024–2025 model-year Tundra and its hybrid variant. Given the full-size truck’s

A Few Units Affected The Toyota Corolla has long built its reputation on reliability, affordability, and ease of ownership. For decades, the compact sedan and hatchback have been popular choices thanks to dependable engineering, efficient drivetrains, and relatively low maintenance costs. That formula has helped make the Corolla one of the best-selling nameplates in automotive history, and the latest generation continues to offer practical, competitively priced transportation for everyday drive

Even the automaker with the most prized reputation for dependability isn’t immune to recalls. Toyota has announced a voluntary recall of 550,000 Highlanders, its popular three-row crossover, for an issue with its second-row seats; all are U.S. models. This isn’t the first time Toyota has had to recall one of its larger vehicles for second-row seating issues, as 55,000 examples of the Sienna minivan were recalled for such an issue last year. Far more Highlander SUVs are affected, though, so let’s

Toyota is conducting a safety recall involving the Corolla Cross Hybrid crossover in North America. Approximately 74,000 of these vehicles are in the U.S., which excludes non-hybrid models. The problem is linked to the vehicle alert system in affected Corolla Cross Hybrid models, which could increase the risk of a crash with a pedestrian. It’s a similar issue to what Chevrolet experienced with the Equinox EV last year, whereby the silent running of these electrified vehicles poses a safety hazar

Trouble at the Start Ahead of its scheduled discontinuation in March 2026, Toyota has recalled the GR Supra over a starter motor issue. According to BMW, “unexpected wear” on an internal component could cause the motor to fail and, in rare cases, increase the risk of a thermal event or fire. The voluntary recall does not specify which engine variant is affected. However, it appears to be related to a previous safety campaign launched last year that involved approximately 1,500 model-year 2020–20

The fifth-generation Toyota Prius is undoubtedly the most appealing version of the seminal hybrid there’s been yet, still offering all the fuel economy benefits the model’s always brought to the table but with some newfound design flare and driver appeal. Things haven’t all been smooth sailing for the car since it launched in 2022, though – in 2024, it was hit with a recall because a fault was found that might cause the rear doors to open unexpectedly while the car was in motion. Now, it’s facin

All Senses Engaged The roar of an internal combustion engine has been an intrinsic part of the driving experience until now. As the shift to electric mobility accelerates, engine noise is being replaced by near-silent performance, much to the dismay of enthusiasts. Toyota, however, believes that cars are to be experienced with all five senses, and is paying special attention to EV sound design in an effort to keep drivers engaged by engineering a complete sensory experience. 

Toyota is reshaping its leadership at a pivotal time for the global auto industry, placing a seasoned financial executive at the helm as competition from Chinese automakers intensifies, EV strategies remain in flux, and tariffs continue to cloud long-term planning. According to Reuters, Toyota has named current CFO Kenta Kon as its next CEO, while current CEO Koji Sato will step down on April 1 after just three years in the role to become vice chairman and take on a "newly created role of chief

Toyota will race a V8-powered GR Supra in Australia’s V8 Supercars Championship, and now we finally know what it will look like. Ahead of its highly anticipated 2026 Repco Supercars Championship debut, Gazoo Racing has released digital renders of the GR Supra Supercar that will go up against the FordMustang and ChevroletCamaro down under, and it shares many similarities with the FT-1 concept from years ago. A V8 Supra With Aerodynamics in Mind

Toyota reported declining global vehicle sales for the second consecutive month in March, blaming a sharp drop in the Middle East and a model changeover for the RAV4 SUV for dwindling deliveries. The company said global vehicle sales shrank 7.3% from the same month a year ago to 897,871 vehicles, including sales of the Lexus luxury brand. In Japan, Toyota sales fell 7.8% to 142,225 units, while in overseas markets they were down 7.2% to 755,646 units. US Sales Affected by RAV4 Changeover, Tariff

Toyota, as it stands, is arguably the world’s most valuable carmaker. In order to get to that position and have stayed there for as long as it has, Toyota has made better decisions than most other manufacturers. Toyota’s EV strategy is no different. After allowing the market to develop over the years through its teething troubles, while taking a hands-off approach to EVs, Toyota accepted criticism as onlookers claimed that they were missing the EV wave. The Big Picture Fast forward to the presen

The Irony of Toyota's Big Announcement Toyota just dropped an eye-opening postulation about battery electric vehicles with vehicle-to-grid capabilities. The manufacturer says the roughly four million EVs currently on American roads could collectively pump approximately 40,000 megawatts back into the power grid, equalling what 40 nuclear reactors generate. Your idle EV could help stabilize grids by leveling spikes in demand, limit outages, and technically even reduce your energy costs. The only i

Toyota is not a company that panics. This is the company that gave the world Just-in-Time manufacturing, a production philosophy so influential it reshaped industries beyond automotive. It gave us Kaizen, the discipline of relentless, incremental improvement that became a management mantra. For decades, a Toyota on your driveway was a statement of faith in quality and longevity. However, Toyota’s reputation for bulletproof simplicity has been harder to maintain in an era of software-heavy platfo

Toyota is framing its move to the North American Charging Standard as a full ownership upgrade rather than a simple connector swap. The company says the real work sits behind the port, because drivers only feel the benefit when access, payment, and reliability are handled smoothly across different charging networks. What Changes For Drivers In 2026 Toyota says its 2026 battery ele

In October 2025, Toyota recalled certain Sienna minivans for defective second-row seat rails that could prove dangerous in a crash. Over half a year later, a new class action lawsuit has been filed against the automaker for the same issue, alleging that as of April 1, not a single Sienna seat rail has been replaced. One owner of three children says their Sienna has been “unusable” for their family for over 80 days as the automaker is still searching for a resolution, and many more owners have ex