Toyota
New Pickup Truck Prices Slashed by Bloated Supply
A special set of circumstances has the planets aligned just right to cause North America’s biggest pickup truck suppliers to bludgeon each other’s prices through the floor this fall.
Toyota Matrix May be Axed, Auris Not Viable Successor
Slumping sales over the last couple of years are putting a future for the Toyota Matrix in doubt. Now, the Japanese automaker has ruled out the possibility that its Auris would make its way to America as a Matrix replacement.
Toyota RAV4 EV EPA-Rated 103 Mile Range, 76-MPGe Combined
The Toyota RAV4 EV is getting ready for its California launch, and has now received an official EPA-rated 78-MPGe in the city and 74-MPGe on the highway.
Toyota TS030 Hybrid Race Claims Historic First Win in FIA WEC
After claiming its first-ever pole position, the Toyota TS030 Hybrid race car has scored its first victory in the latest round of the FIA World Endurance Championship in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
Toyota TS030 Hybrid Race Car Claims First Pole Position
After a rough start to the season, the Toyota TS030 hybrid race car has achieved its first pole position as the team gets ready for the fifth round of the FIA World Endurance Championship in Sao Paulo.
2013 Toyota Tacoma ‘Limited’ Misunderstands Luxury
Menu options in the compact pickup truck market are scarcer than ever, leaving Toyota to an essentially uncontested lead with its Tacoma pickup truck which will be offered in a high-end “Limited” trim in 2013.
Toyota, University of Michigan Conduct Teen Driver Distraction Study
Toyota is teaming up with the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI) to conduct a major study of 5,600 teens and adults about distracted driving.
Toyota RAV4 EV Set for California Launch
Offering another electric vehicles to the smog-ridden California coast, the Toyota RAV4 EV is set to go on sale September 24.
2013 Toyota 4Runner Remains Mostly Unchanged
The Toyota 4Runner has been available for 28 years and changes in 2013 model will be minimal .
Toyota Tundra to Tow Space Shuttle Endeavour to California Science Center
As the space shuttle Endeavour nears its final resting place at the California Science Center, a Toyota Tundra full-size pickup truck will be responsible for towing it on the shuttle’s last leg of its journey.
2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser Gets New Color Scheme, Few Changes
The 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will see minimal changes for its new model year, but a new color scheme is available for the Trail Teams Special Edition.
Toyota RAV4 EV Interior Tech Detailed – Video
The fourth video spotlighting the new Toyota RAV4 EV has just been released, focusing on the innovative technology to enhance the driving experience of the electric SUV.
Toyota Adopts New Tagline, “Let’s Go Places”
Toyota is trying to re-invent itself by bringing exciting cars to market, and to signify this change in strategy the Japanese brand has announced the new tagline, “Let’s Go Places.”
Prius Plug-in Hybrid Bests Volt, Leaf in First Six Months of Sales
After six full months on the market, the Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid has sold 6,061 units, outpacing the first six months of sales for the Chevrolet Volt and Nissan Leaf.
Toyota Racing Dream Build Challenge Kicks Off – Videos
Back in late August, Toyota announced its custom vehicle build-off featuring four of its drivers: Kyle Busch, Clint Bowyer, Antron Brown, and Alexis Dejoria. Each driver has now selected their Toyota vehicle and the shop at which it’ll be built, and the customization has begun.
Toyota Paris Motor Show Lineup Includes GT86 TRD, Several New Hybrids
Toyota has a long line of debuts planned for the upcoming Paris Motor Show, including several hybrids and the official debut of the GT86 TRD Performance Line of accessories.
Toyota EV P002 Record Setting Pikes Peak Run – Video
A new EV record at the Pikes Peak hill climb was set this year by Toyota’s TMG EV P002, and now a video has been released of the car making the run.
2013 Toyota Avalon Sheds Weight to Save Gas
Despite being an industry leader in hybrid drivetrain technology, Toyota is taking advantage of more angles to improve its car’s fuel efficiency.
2013 Mark X Revealed as Newest Rear-Drive Toyota
In Japan, Toyota offers the Mark X model that is built off of the Lexus GS platform as a sportier sedan option for its home market. And similar to how the GS was refreshed for the 2013 model, the Japanese automaker has updated its Mark X sedan in Japan.
Toyota Avalon Sports Model Rumored
Toyota’s redesigned Avalon has taken the formerly dowdy model to the top of the class in terms of styling. Now, there is a rumor that a sports-tuned model is on the way.
Toyota Racing Launches Celebrity Dream Build Competition
Toyota’s racing division (TRD) is hosting a custom vehicle build-off to raise money for charity.
Toyota Camry SE Sport Limited Edition Model Released
Toyota has just announced a new limited production model of the four-cylinder, Camry SE, that offers some legitimate sporting upgrades from the base model.
Toyota RAV4 EV Range Explained in Video
One of the biggest hurdles automakers have to overcome with marketing electric vehicles is decreasing range anxiety with its consumers. Toyota recently resurrected its RAV4 EV model, offering an electric crossover with a range of 92 miles, or 113 miles in an extended mode.
Toyota Auris Stars in Japanese ‘Spanking Orchestra’
Toyota’s new Auris campaign in Japan has already spawned a music video featuring a singer who identifies as transgender. The Auris is now also the center of an art display called “Spanking Orchestra.”
