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Toyota's new baby EV was caught testing in the wild. Is the bZ Compact SUV concept ready for prime time?

Looking just like the C-HR Prologue concept that was shown in December, Toyota will reveal the new crossover this year.

[The larger bZ4X](https://www.carscoops.com/2022/03/eu-spec-toyota-bz4x-offers-321-mile-wltp-range-more-than-expected/), meanwhile, offers a WLTP range of up to 321 miles (516 km) for the front-wheel-drive variant. [the current C-HR](https://www.carscoops.com/tag/toyota-c-hr/) is offered as an EV in China, delivering a range of up to 249 miles (400 km). [in these spy shots](https://www.carscoops.com/tag/scoops/), its profile is all but identical to the concept’s, featuring the same roof-mounted spoiler and aggressive hood as the show car. Assembly of the new C-HR is expected to take place in Turkey, where the current model is made. [in Europe](https://www.carscoops.com/tag/europe/), this camouflaged test vehicle’s silhouette is notably similar to that of the C-HR Prologue concept, which was revealed in December. [Toyota’s followup](https://www.carscoops.com/tag/toyota/) to the popular C-HR small crossover, the automaker confirmed that the new model would get hybrid, and plug-in hybrid variants.

The former Toyota Camry factory in Melbourne has been transformed to pre-deliver new cars on an industrial scale to trim wait times.

At the moment, most dealers are moving (pre-delivery specialists) into their service areas.” When we’ve got this up to Toyota quality we then can expand,” said Mr Hanley. In addition to the pre-delivery mega centre and new parts warehouse, Toyota Australia has so far invested in a new design studio, a new technical training centre, a hydrogen hub, a test track, and a new dedicated facility for the final assembly of the Toyota HiLux Rogue and upcoming Toyota HiLux GR Sport ute. “As we progress to more connected and electrified vehicles … Customers can still fit non-genuine accessories to their vehicles after taking delivery, or if the dealer is prepared to do so. The Toyota Australia executive said the company has been working on the idea of a pre-delivery mega centre since 2016 – a year before the closure of the Camry assembly line.

While we're not quite sure what it is, it does seem this test mule takes much from previous Toyota EV concept cars.

In addition to the in-production BZ4X and Small SU EV Concept mentioned in this post, also in the hopper is a BZ Compact SUV Concept, shown at the Los Angeles Auto Show just a couple of months ago. Peep the alternate design in the second test mule in these photos, suggesting there may be EV and PHEV variants of this machine. This time, our eagle-eyed spies have spotted a new EV from Toyota plying the streets of continental Europe.

There's really nothing else like the 2023 Crown full-size hybrid sedan. The ancient Chrysler 300 (from around $35K) has space, but not the fuel efficiency. The ...

Toyota has confirmed that a plug-in hybrid variant of the Crown is coming to the U.S. The new Crown full-size sedan is almost 4 inches taller than the familiar Toyota Camry midsize sedan. These are standard across the Crown lineup and come with power adjustment as well. The Platinum trim with the Hybrid Max powertrain once again amplifies the Crown driving experience by directing more power to the rear wheels than the standard hybrid, giving the Hybrid Max a livelier handling feel. The 2023 Toyota Crown is a full-size sedan with a few twists. The Toyota Crown has a pleasant, well-rounded driving spirit. For the Max, Toyota The outgoing Toyota Avalon, which the Crown effectively replaces in the Toyota lineup, starts at $36,825. The Crown accelerates eagerly from a stop thanks to the standard hybrid powertrain’s prompt electric torque. There’s really nothing else like the 2023 Crown full-size hybrid sedan. Perhaps this is the beginning of the end of the SUV craze. Just when it seems there are no new ideas under the sun, Toyota unveils the Crown, a raised hybrid sedan with AWD.

While the plan is to have a whole family of Crown-badged models at home in Japan, only a lifted sedan will be available in North America. After pricing was ...

With every conceivable option added to the build, you're looking at spending over $56,500 after factoring in the $1,095 destination, processing, and handling fee. One way to splurge more on your build is by opting for a swanky two-tone paint. While the plan is to have a whole family of Crown-badged models at home in Japan, only a lifted sedan will be available in North America.

These spy shots taken at Toyota's European design center show a crossover coupe that looks very similar to both the C-HR Prologue and the Small SU EV ...

Given that the Small SU EV concept does share striking similarities to the bold C-HR Prologue (see them both in the photos below), it's not entirely out of the question that we're actually looking at the new Toyota C-HR. As these spy shots taken at Toyota's European design center show, the prototype looks very similar to the Small SU EV Concept, despite the heavy camouflage. Despite that, Toyota appears to have already started testing a prototype based on the Small SU EV in Europe.

Prototype for reborn crossover hits the road ahead of expected launch in late 2023.

That's a 40bhp boost over the current (2.0-litre parallel-hybrid) C-HR. Autocar’s spy photographer claimed this test car is a pure-EV proposition, suggesting Toyota’s [Toyota Prius](/car-news/new-cars/new-2023-toyota-prius-phev-makes-show-debut-los-angeles), underpinned by the same TNGA platform and offered with the same mix of parallel-hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains.

Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) has been conducting extensive research and development into the enhancement of its vehicle security systems on these ...

For all the other models using keyless entry, but not mentioned above, customers are recommended to purchase a Faraday Pouch for their keys (available at dealers). I would also like to add that vehicle owner will not negate the warranty on their vehicles should they elect to fit an aftermarket security device – provided these are installed correctly by a reputable fitment centre.” He concluded that new vehicles as well as those arriving at dealers for servicing will automatically receive these enhancements.

Toyota is working on an electric subcompact crossover to sit alongside a fully hybrid next-generation C-HR.

The new C-HR will also likely use this platform. will likely be the production version of the The E3 combines elements of Toyota's TNGA platform for ICE vehicles and e-TNGA platform for dedicated EVs, enabling it to support both ICE and electric powertrains. will also miss out on the redesigned C-HR which Toyota has confirmed will be offered with regular hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrain options. It will likely prove too small for the U.S. Toyota's smallest electric crossover for the U.S.

It is common knowledge that Toyota Hilux bakkies, Fortuners, and Land Cruisers are favourites among car thieves. Toyota has decided to address these ...

For all the other models using keyless entry, but not mentioned above, customers are recommended to purchase a Faraday Pouch for their keys (available at dealers). I would also like to add that vehicle owner will not negate the warranty on their vehicles should they elect to fit an aftermarket security device – provided these are installed correctly by a reputable fitment centre.” He concluded that new vehicles as well as those arriving at dealers for servicing will automatically receive these enhancements.

It is common knowledge that Toyota Hilux bakkies, Fortuners, and Land Cruisers are favourites among car thieves. Toyota has decided to address these ...

For all the other models using keyless entry, but not mentioned above, customers are recommended to purchase a Faraday Pouch for their keys (available at dealers). I would also like to add that vehicle owner will not negate the warranty on their vehicles should they elect to fit an aftermarket security device – provided these are installed correctly by a reputable fitment centre.” He concluded that new vehicles as well as those arriving at dealers for servicing will automatically receive these enhancements.

Toyota showed the Small SU EV concept briefly in 2021, and now we see a camouflaged model that looks like a production version of that crossover.

[bZ4x](https://uk.motor1.com/toyota/bz4x/) and [C-HR](https://uk.motor1.com/toyota/c-hr/) already in the lineup so Toyota isn't a stranger to weird branding. When that happens, it may replace the C-HR in Toyota's lineup. This is our first sighting of an SU EV test vehicle. When you match it up to Small SU EV photos, the resemblance becomes clear. It's important to note that at this time, we have no hints as to the name. Now, our spy photographers in Europe caught a heavily camouflaged test vehicle on public roads matching the SU EV's shape.

Total electrified vehicle sales – battery, hybrids, plug-ins and fuel cells – make up nearly one-quarter of total sales volume · 20 electrified vehicle options ...

0 For more information about Toyota, visit [www.toyotanewsroom.com](https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3748258-1&h=2099412860&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.toyotanewsroom.com%2F&a=www.toyotanewsroom.com). Toyota has created a tremendous value chain and directly employs more than 36,000 in the U.S. [www.TourToyota.com](http://www.TourToyota.com) with an immersive experience and chance to visit many of our U.S. It's expected to start production in 2025 and provide 2,100 new jobs "In 2022, we further solidified our leadership position in electrified vehicles, and through our 20 electrified options, we're giving customers a choice that fits their lifestyle and needs," said Jack Hollis, executive vice president, Sales, TMNA. fourth quarter 2022 sales of 536,740 vehicles, an increase of 13.1 percent on a volume basis and DSR basis compared to the fourth quarter of 2021. sales of 2,108,458 vehicles, a decrease of 9.6 percent on a volume basis and a decrease of 9.9 percent on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis compared to 2021. December 2022 sales totaled 180,147 vehicles, an increase of 3.5 percent on a volume basis and DSR basis compared to December 2021. The hub also includes a series of free STEM-based lessons and curriculum through Toyota USA Foundation partners, virtual field trips and more. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) today reported year-end 2022 U.S.

General Motors Co on Wednesday posted a 2.5% rise in U.S. new vehicle sales in 2022, outselling Toyota Motor Corp , helped by an easing of inventory ...

auto sales from rival Toyota Motor Corp [(7203.T)](https://www.reuters.com/companies/7203.T) in 2022 as it was able to better meet strong demand for cars and trucks despite industry-wide supply disruptions. Register for free to Reuters and know the full story "We're optimistic our inventory levels will continue to improve in the first quarter and for the remainder of the year," said Andrew Gillel, senior vice president of automotive operations at Toyota. Shares of GM rose 2.7% in afternoon trade on Wednesday to $34.75, after the company posted a 2.5% rise in 2022 sales to 2,274,088 vehicles, higher than Toyota's 2,108,458 units, in a closely watched race. [(GM.N)](https://www.reuters.com/companies/GM.N) reclaimed the top spot in U.S.

One year after losing the title it held for nearly a century as the top car seller in America, General Motors is back on top.

There are a number of factors supporting new car sales in the coming year, even if the economy stumbles. And uncertainty about what will happen to the economy is making the outlook for car sales far more uncertain than in years previous, they say. That would be the lowest sales total since the country was just climbing out of the Great Recession more than a decade go. Most forecasts say the supply chain problems are getting better, and that should allow automakers to increase production in 2023. Strong fourth quarter sales, up 41% from a year ago, allowed it to end the year with sales up nearly 3% from the 2.2 million US vehicles it sold in 2021, when it suffered a 13% decline. Total US new vehicle sales are expected to be down to just less than 14 million vehicles when the final sales results are reported across the industry later this week.

PRNewswire/ -- Mapbox, the leading maps and location platform powering a new generation of location-aware applications, announced a partnership with Toyota.

With this spirit, we are very excited to partner closely with Mapbox to deliver a modern and always up to date navigation experience that is Toyota branded and enables continuous enhancements in line with the true nature of a digital product." Mapbox is the leading maps and location platform powering a new generation of location-aware applications. Toyota Motor Europe NV/SA (TME) oversees the wholesale sales and marketing of Toyota, GR (Gazoo Racing) and Lexus vehicles and parts and accessories, as well as Toyota's European manufacturing and engineering operations. Instead of data and a user interface (UI) that ages with the vehicle, customers who purchase vehicles from Toyota Motor Europe with Mapbox Dash will always be using up-to-date data from the cloud. Mapbox is the only platform that equips organizations with the full set of tools to power the navigation for people, packages, and vehicles everywhere. We enable auto manufacturers globally to deliver both safety and a differentiated in-vehicle experience that is an extension of their brand." Today, there are approximately 16.5 million Toyota, GR and Lexus vehicles on European roads, whose drivers are supported by a network of 28 National Marketing and Sales Companies and around 2,800 retail sales outlets in 53 countries (EU, UK, EFTA countries + Russia, Israel, Turkey and other Eastern European countries). The SaaS form factor enables car makers to leverage the customizability of the Mapbox platform while minimizing the need for engineering resources. This includes fuel and parking payments in select cities and countries. In addition, their vehicles will receive feature updates to continuously optimize the user experience (UX) throughout its lifetime. Mapbox Dash is built on the cloud-based Mapbox platform that enables automobile manufacturers to launch complex in-car integrations in as little as 3 to 6 months, rather than the typical 12 to 36 months. In addition to lane-level navigation, drivers have access to parking search including real-time parking availability, speed limit and speed camera warnings.

General Motors overtook Japanese carmaker Toyota in US automobile sales last year, according to company figures released Wednesday, reclaiming the top spot ...

Assembly lines took a hit and both companies saw steep sales declines. In the fourth quarter, GM's deliveries in the US surged 41 percent, and sales under the Cadillac brand rocketed 75 percent, the company said. But on Wednesday, GM said its 2022 sales in the United States jumped three percent to around 2.3 million units.

GM said Wednesday it sold 2.27 million vehicles in the U.S. in 2022, up by 2.5% for the year.

Toyota said it sold 2.1 million vehicles in the U.S. GM said Wednesday it sold 2.27 million vehicles in the U.S. The Detroit automaker sold more than 1.1 million mid-size pickups and full-size trucks, including SUVs, in 2022. Sales of Ford's F-Series were off by nearly 13% through November compared with a year earlier, however Ford said Tuesday that last month's sales were anticipated to be the best of 2022 for the F-Series. sales](https://www.cnbc.com/2022/04/06/gm-expects-record-year-of-chevy-bolt-ev-sales-following-fire-recall.html) of 38,120 Chevrolet Bolt EV and EUV models in 2022. The company last year pushed back plans to produce 400,000 EVs in North America through 2023 to mid-2024. EV sales represented less than 2% of its sales in 2022. It's expected to release more mainstream models such as the Chevrolet Blazer and Toyota executives previously said the top sales spot was unattainable, but CEO Akio Toyoda last year told dealers he [did a "happy dance"](https://www.cnbc.com/2022/10/02/toyota-ceo-akio-toyoda-electric-vehicles-happy-dance.html) when he heard the news. Toyota has led those sales for several years. [General Motors](/quotes/GM/) reclaimed its U.S. The company was able to manage supply chain problems, specifically with semiconductor chips, better than others.

Toyota Motor North America finished the year on a positive note in December, with sales up 3.5 percent. But ongoing supply and production constraints left ...

Brands (December): Toyota, up 6.6%; Lexus, down 16%. Average transaction price (Q4): $40,370, up 15% from a year earlier, according to TrueCar. (2022): Toyota, down 8.8%; Lexus, down 15% Incentives (Q4): $640 per vehicle, down 76% from a year earlier, TrueCar says. Notable nameplates (December): Toyota RAV4, down 3.2%; Tacoma, up 7.4%; Camry, up 29%; Lexus RX, down 67%; NX, up 302%; ES, down 16%. [said Wednesday](https://pressroom.toyota.com/toyota-motor-north-america-reports-year-end-2022-u-s-sales-results/).

Security analysts disclosed severe API security flaws impacting numerous car makers, enabling them to access vehicle owner information, take over accounts, ...

We were recently contacted by a cybersecurity researcher regarding potential application vulnerabilities in the auto industry. "When purchasing a used car, make sure that the prior owner's account has been removed. The third impacted entity is Reviver, a digital license plate maker that was vulnerable to unauthenticated, remote access to its admin panel that could have given anyone access to GPS data and user records, the ability to change license plate messaging, and more. Porsche was one of the impacted brands, with flaws in its telematic systems enabling attackers to retrieve vehicle locations and send commands. These vulnerabilities could have also allowed hackers to track cars in real time, introducing potential physical risks and impacting the privacy of millions of car owners. Additionally, they could leverage the SSO flaws to log in as any employee or dealer and access applications reserved for internal use.

Security researchers, including Web application security researcher Sam Curry, discovered severe vulnerabilities in Ferrari, BMW, Toyota, Ford, and other ...

North America’s largest device-independent telematics company Spireon also found itself under the spotlight. The researchers found the full compromise of an undisclosed system used by AT&T. The disclosed vulnerabilities varied based on the manufacturer and their specifics.

General Motors Co. reclaimed its crown as the top-seller in the US, buoyed by steady demand and a rebound in fourth quarter production even as higher ...

[ ](/quote/GM:US) [Toyota Motor Corp.](/quote/7203:JP) both posted double-digit gains in the latest quarter, as many major automakers on Wednesday reported US sales for 2022. [Ford Motor Co.](/quote/F:US) is expected to provide its US sales data Thursday and [Tesla Inc.](/quote/TSLA:US), which provides global numbers, reported its results on Monday. [General Motors Co.](/quote/GM:US) reclaimed its crown as the top-seller in the US, buoyed by steady demand and a rebound in fourth-quarter production even as higher financing costs flash a warning sign for 2023.

After Toyota broke General Motors' 90-year streak in 2021, the Americans took back the top spot this year with 2.2 million units sold to Toyota's 2.1 ...

[Tundra full-size pickup](https://www.caranddriver.com/toyota/tundra), which recorded 104,246 sales, an increase of 27 percent. The Toyota brand was down 9 percent, and the Lexus luxury brand was down 15 percent. GM credited strong demand combined with additional manufacturing capacity for its overall 2.5 percent increase compared with 2021. GM sold 2,274,088 units in 2022, recapturing the number one spot with a winning margin of 165,630 units. Chevrolet sales grew by 6 percent, GMC sales by 7 percent, and Cadillac sales by 13 percent. [Chevy Silverado](https://www.caranddriver.com/chevrolet/silverado-1500) full-size pickup was the top seller, with 513,354 units sold, but other mainstream Chevrolet models including the [Equinox SUV](https://www.caranddriver.com/chevrolet/equinox) (up 28 percent to 212,072 units) and [Malibu sedan](https://www.caranddriver.com/chevrolet/malibu) (up 193 percent to 115,467 units) increased significantly compared with 2021.

General Motors Co on Wednesday posted a 2.5% rise in U.S. new vehicle sales in 2022, outselling Japan's Toyota Motor Corp, aided by an easing of inventory ...

Toyota sales fell by 9.6 percent in the same period due to inventory shortages.

[Toyota knocked GM off](https://www.carscoops.com/2022/01/after-90-years-gm-has-been-dethroned-by-toyota-as-the-usas-best-selling-automaker/) the top of the U.S. Blame for the fall lies squarely with automakers’ lack of inventory. [Toyota downgraded](https://www.carscoops.com/tag/toyota/) its forecast in November and the final official figures reveal it sold 2,108,458 vehicles in 2022, down from 2,332,262 in the preceding 12 months. [GM could be ](https://www.carscoops.com/tag/gm/)one of the few automakers celebrating when full sales figures for 2022 are released for every company selling vehicles in the U.S.. But Asian brands including Toyota and Subaru seem to have borne the brunt of the problems, meaning their sales have fallen more than some of their rivals’. [Ford F-Series Hangs On To Title Of America’s Best Seller In 2022 For The 41st Consecutive Year](https://www.carscoops.com/2023/01/ford-f-series-hangs-on-to-title-of-americas-best-seller-in-2022-for-the-41st-consecutive-year/)

It was a race to the end of the year, but strong final month sales weren't enough to push the auto industry into positive numbers for the whole of 2022.

“This was the best Q4 in retail and total sales for the company. Kia America announced best-ever December sales of 60,422 units, an increase of 11.2% over the previous December record set in 2016 and up 25% year-over-year. SUVs were 74% of retail sales with more than 47,800 units sold. However, Toyota reported an increase of 13.1% for the fourth quarter of 2022 compared to the fourth quarter of 2021. “Like the rest of the industry, we aren’t out of the woods yet with supply issues, but we begin 2023 with roughly double the on-hand inventory of 2022 and the expectation that this will mean a healthy sales increase this year.” reported 56,760 vehicle sales for December 2022, an 11% increase compared with December 2021. Genesis Motor America reported 6,172 units sold in December 2022, representing a best-ever monthly U.S. Retail sales were up 27% in December, marking the fifth consecutive month of record-setting retail sales. “Customers are taking notice that when it comes to electrification, Kia is a brand to watch as we launched six electrified vehicles in 2022.” in 2022, leading the industry in total sales, beating out rival Toyota by more than 165,000 units thanks to a strong fourth quarter to re-claim the sales crown. Honda sales fell by 11.3% in December while Acura sales dipped 5.5 percent. reports sales numbers Thursday and is expected to finish in third place.

General Motors reclaimed its U.S. title for 2022 after losing the crown to Toyota in 2021 for the first time since the 1930s.

Yes, but: Toyota gets the last laugh. in 2022, up 2.5% for the year. Driving the news: General Motors has reclaimed its title as the best-selling automaker in the U.S.

General Motors Co on Wednesday posted a 2.5% rise in U.S. new vehicle sales in 2022, outselling Japan's Toyota Motor Corp, aided by an easing of inventory ...

Despite seeing vehicles sales decline 9.6% last year, executives at Plano-based Toyota Motor North America expressed "cautious optimism" because they ...

However, he said people will still need to buy new cars because the average age of a vehicle in the U.S. Hollis said affordability will be a question throughout the year. With record-high prices and elevated loan rates, the pool of potential new-vehicle buyers is shrinking." "While we still have many of the 2022 challenges carrying into 2023, we're moving in the right direction," Hollis said. Cox Automotive expects the economy to see weak growth as the Federal Reserve tightens monetary conditions and consumers wrestle with high-interest rates. “Given the large improvement in supply levels, it seems likely that rising interest rates are now constraining demand in the retail auto market. Of those, 14 will be under the Toyota brand, and nine will be under Lexus. This year, the company plans to have 23 new, refreshed or special editions hit showrooms. Cox Automotive projects total vehicle sales in the U.S. "It certainly was never a goal where any of us sat around and were like, 'Gee, let's beat GM.'" Detroit-based GM reported sales increased 2.5% last year to 2,274,088 vehicles. sales decreased 9.6% in 2022 to 2,108,458 vehicles.

Toyota said 2022 sales were down due to supply chain issues, preventing it from meeting demand.

In 2023, Toyota expects to release 23 new, refreshed or special edition vehicles, including 14 for Toyota and nine for Lexus. Affordability is an issue across the auto industry as rising costs for making cars are passed down to consumers, leading some to delay buying new. That brings its total investment in the plant that’s expected to start production in 2025 to $3.8 billion. market share to be 15.2%. That means even with demand high right now, there is still pent-up demand from consumers who are waiting for prices to drop. There are slow but steady inventory improvements with prices of commodities and raw materials slowly starting to de-escalate,” he said. Toyota’s volume in 2022 was lower than it was in 2020 when the COVID-19 pandemic hit the U.S., Hollis said. “And fuel prices are expected to be an average of $3.50 this year versus an average of over $4 last year.” Yet demand continues to outpace supply, Hollis said. Most Toyota vehicles hitting the lot are presold. We’re way lower than we’d like to be.” “We’re very much expecting to be No.

TOKYO (Reuters) - Toyota Motor Corp President Akio Toyoda has tested positive for COVID-19 and will be absent from a series of New Year events to be held by ...

General Manager of Canberra Toyota Fyshwick, Don Griffiths has been working for Toyota dealerships since 1982, the past 12 years in Canberra.

It’s managing the customer’s expectations and I think we do that in a very good way. For instance, the computer chips that go into your key to open and close the door, there is very short supply of those. Having only ever worked for Toyota, Don knows he didn’t have to experience any other car brand to see that he struck gold on the first try. For the past 12 years, Don has gone the extra mile, taking on responsibilities and helping those around him. I never had any customer complaints about reliability and people kept coming back buying cars for years and years on end. Curious to see if the salesman’s life was for him, Don soon discovered it was!