

Toyota

Toyota leads global sales race as BYD cracks top five in 2025
Japanese giant stays well ahead globally, but surging Chinese brands and shifting demand signal a changing automotive landscape.

Hybrid HiLux not completely off the table, says Toyota’s Aussie boss
Toyota Australia boss doesn’t completely rule out a hybrid version of its best-selling vehicle of any kind in Australia…

Toyota boss predicts plug-in hybrid will account for a third of new RAV4 sales
Toyota Australia expects plug-in hybrid versions of its best-selling SUV to account for around a third of total RAV4 sales.

World’s largest car show gears up for another year
This year’s Beijing International Auto Show will host 1,400-plus vehicles and a wave of new models from legacy giants and EV newcomers.

Toyota reveals new-look Yaris Cross with design tweaks and hybrid refinement
Updated small SUV brings fresh styling, improved cabin finishes and continued focus on efficiency in new-look European model.

New Toyota RAV4 goes on sale without ANCAP safety rating
Launch delays have resulted in the new Toyota RAV4 needing safety updates in order to achieve a 2026 ANCAP five-star rating.

Pricing confirmed for new flagship Toyota bZ4X Touring electric SUV
New range-topping Toyota bZ4X Touring brings increased boot space and promises 0-100km/h in 4.4 seconds and 488km of driving range.

Toyota recalls more than 13,000 HiLux models due to alarming bullbar fault
A potentially large fault with the genuine accessory bullbar for the Toyota HiLux range has been discovered, leading to the recall of more than 13,000 2025-2026 vehicles.

Read Toyota’s advice to hybrid owners battling recurring flat starter battery issue
Toyota hybrid owners who’ve reported flat starter batteries have been offered timely advice on how the brand’s hybrid system works best.

Toyota HiLux BEV: Australia’s third electric ute goes on sale
The all-electric Toyota HiLux BEV will go on sale in Australia in the second quarter of 2026 priced from $74,990 plus on-road costs.

Toyota RAV4 set to continue as the most fuel efficient plugless medium SUV
The new Toyota RAV4 will continue to be the most fuel efficient plugless mid-size SUV as it’s rated at just 4.5L/100km, according to government data.

Toyota Celica’s return takes shape to join Supra, GRs
With Supra returning to Toyota Australia dealers in late 2019, and GR versions of Yaris and Corolla now well entrenched, Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda’s stated desire to reunite three icons is taking shape with more details on the return of the Celica…

Toyota trademarks ‘TRD Hammer’ in the US as F150 Raptor competitor looms
It’s been rumoured for some time now, and a trademark application in the United States indicates Toyota is serious about taking on the F150 Raptor with a hot version of the Tundra.

Toyota Kluger recalled with 34,000 vehicles affected
Toyota has issued a recall for a fault in 34,377 Kluger SUVs, which could cause the seats in the second row to not latch into position correctly once adjusted, and potentially move in the event of a crash.

New car calendar 2026: All the new cars coming to Australia
Here’s the WhichCar by Wheels guide to all the new cars that will launch in Australia in 2026. Check back in regularly for updates…

US patents hint at Toyota PHEV pickup truck development
Plug-in hybrid technology is on the way for Toyota and uncovered US patents illustrate some of the ways the technology might take shape.

Toyota makes $8.3 billion bid to secure critical chips for EVs through supplier, Denso
Proposed takeover would strengthen Denso’s role in power semiconductors used in electric vehicles and data centres as automakers seek secure chip supply.

The worrying trend for Japanese car brands in Australia
Sales of cars from Japanese brands in Australia are trending downwards in the face of a new-brand-and-model onslaught from China.

VFACTS February 2026: China becomes Australia’s biggest vehicle source for first time in a single month
February sales data shows Chinese-built vehicles overtake Japan as overall market declines.

Toyota to introduce Apple’s secure digital key system to its range
Toyota adopts Apple Digital Key for 2026 RAV4, enabling iPhone and Apple Watch owners to unlock, start and drive their vehicle without a physical key.

Toyota open to deepening alliance with Walkinshaw
Toyota signals potential expansion of Walkinshaw partnership beyond Tundra remanufacturing and GR Supra Supercars program, as both companies flag interest in future performance-focused projects.

Toyota V8 Supercars push ‘not about selling more cars’, says Toyota boss
Toyota says Supercars entry aimed at strengthening GR brand, sharpening engineering expertise and reinforcing performance credentials – rather than directly driving showroom sales growth in Australia.

Toyota Supra lives on as the brand begins huge Supercars campaign
Toyota locks in Supra for five Supercars seasons, with GR GT concept tipped as future halo model as brand ramps up biggest-ever Australian motorsport push.

Next-generation Toyota Yaris to offer petrol, hybrid and electric options
New small car due around 2027–28 as Toyota adopts multi-energy strategy for global markets.
