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technology7 days ago•9 min saved

Toyota C-HR EV Delivers Surprising Fun at Sub-$40K

Toyota brings back the C-HR as a dual-motor AWD electric crossover with 338 hp, 287 miles of EPA range, and a $38,450 base price. It accelerates to 60 mph in 4.9 seconds and offers a surprisingly lively, sporty driving character for an entry-level EV, aided by a sharp design and a big 14-inch infotainment screen. Interior details are a mixed bag (no glove compartment, varied materials, and bulky wireless chargers), while space is decent but not the highlight, and charging speed is solid but not class-leading. Against rivals like the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Chevrolet Equinox EV, the C-HR trades some practicality for fun and styling, signaling Toyota’s first genuine, engaging mainstream EV in a while—potentially improved further with a GR version in the future.

via The Drive|

#awd #c-hr #electric-vehicle

technology7 days ago•3 min saved

Toyota's C-HR EV kicks off at $38,135 with 338 hp and 287-mile range

Toyota’s C-HR EV, built on the e-TNGA platform, starts at $38,135 (destination included) and will offer hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and hydrogen fuel-cell options. It features a dual-motor AWD with 338 hp and 0-60 mph in 4.9 seconds, with EPA ranges up to 287 miles (SE) or 273 miles (XSE). The 74.7 kWh battery supports about 30-minute 10-80% charging via a NACS port, and the interior includes a 14-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. On sale in March 2026 alongside the bZ Woodland, as Toyota expands its EV lineup.

via The Verge|

#c-hr #electric-vehicle #price

technology7 days ago•5 min saved

Toyota Adds iPhone Wallet Car Keys for Select 2026 RAV4s

Toyota is expanding support for Apple Wallet car keys to select 2026 RAV4 trims in the U.S., enabling passive entry and starting the vehicle with an iPhone or Apple Watch via Ultra Wideband. The feature requires an iPhone 11 or newer (or Apple Watch Series 6+), and a Toyota Remote Connect subscription (from $15/month), with a free one-year trial included on new Toyotas.

via MacRumors|

#apple-wallet #iphone-car-keys #remote-connect

technology8 days ago•6 min saved

Toyota's Rugged bZ Woodland Expands the EV Wagon Club, But Software Lags

Toyota’s 2026 bZ Woodland adds a larger, wagon-style EV to the lineup with 375 hp dual-motor AWD, 8.4 inches of ground clearance, up to 281 miles of EPA range, and a base price of $46,750. It offers strong cargo space (74.9 cu ft) and solid off-road capability via X-Mode, but sacrifices convenience (no frunk or glovebox) and falls short on software features, lacking built-in route planning, advanced navigation, and a more feature-rich interface despite a large 14-inch touchscreen and Apple CarPlay compatibility. The Woodland sits as a distinctive, capable option in a market dominated by smaller EV crossovers, with a Subaru-sourced Trailseeker variant on the way.

via InsideEVs|

#bz-woodland #electric-vehicle #off-road

technology8 days ago•8 min saved

Toyota bZ Woodland: A Rugged Electric Wagon Ready for Snow, Sun, and cargo

Toyota’s 2026 bZ Woodland is a raised electric wagon that aims to replace a do‑it‑all family car with true off‑road and cargo capability: 8.3 inches of ground clearance, 33.8 cu ft of rear cargo space, and a 74.7 kWh pack delivering up to 281 miles of range, with 375 hp and a 0–60 mph time of 4.4 seconds. Powered by a 400‑V system with up to 150 kW DC fast charging and 11 kW AC, it adds Grip Control/X‑Mode off‑road tech, standard roof rack, and optional all‑terrain tires (which reduce range by about 21 miles). Built similarly to Subaru’s Trailseeker, it competes with the Outback‑styled EV space, pricing around $46,750 versus Subaru’s roughly $41k–$46k, and while the interior isn’t the latest, it offers a practical, comfortable ride and strong EV performance—arguably Toyota’s strongest EV to date in a wagon that suits camping, snow, or everyday use.

via Ars Technica|

#bz-woodland #electric-vehicle #off-road

gaming16 days ago•45 min saved

Toyota unveils Fluorite: a console-grade engine for in-car displays

Toyota, in collaboration with Toyota Connected North America and Very Good Ventures, unveiled Fluorite—a console-grade game engine fully integrated with the Flutter SDK to power in-car displays. The engine aims to deliver hardware-accelerated, Nintendo/console-level visuals for features like step-by-step 3D tutorials and environment mapping while remaining efficient on embedded auto hardware, addressing the licensing and resource hurdles seen with Unreal and Unity. Development is early and seeking engineering collaborations, with updates noting contributions from Jamie Kerber and Automotive Grade Linux.

via theverge.com|

#automotive-linux #fluorite #flutter-sdk

technology16 days ago•3 min saved

Toyota Teases Three-Row Highlander EV Ahead of Debut

Toyota confirms the Highlander will become its first dedicated three-row electric SUV, the Highlander EV, with all-wheel drive and a design closely related to the 2021 bZ Large SUV concept. Production specifics remain unknown, but it’s expected to feature a dual-motor AWD setup and around 300 miles of EPA range, with Toyota hinting at future higher-density batteries and faster charging; a full official unveil is set for February 10.

via InsideEVs|

#awd #bz-large-suv-concept #electric-suv

technology16 days ago•5 min saved

Toyota unveils Fluorite, an open-source engine built for car displays, not PC games

Toyota revealed Fluorite, a fully featured open-source game engine from Toyota Connected North America designed to run high-performance 3D graphics and interactive UI on embedded hardware like in-vehicle displays. It uses Dart and Flutter for logic/UI, a C++ ECS core, console-grade 3D rendering via Filament, and Blender-friendly model-defined touch zones, with Hot Reload to speed updates. The move aims to avoid licensing fees from traditional engines and could benefit indie developers, though it isn’t aimed at PC or console games.

via Eurogamer|

#embedded-systems #fluorite #flutter

technology18 days ago•2 min saved

Toyota Logo Revealed: Ovals Symbolize Customer Unity and Tech Progress

Toyota explains that its emblem’s two inner ovals symbolize the unification of customers’ hearts with Toyota’s products, while the surrounding space represents ongoing technological advancement and future opportunities. Rumors that the ovals spell out the brand name are not official; the logo was introduced in 1989 to celebrate Toyota’s 50th anniversary and can also resemble a steering wheel or include a stylized “T.”

via Jalopnik|

#automotive #branding #logo

business18 days ago•3 min saved

Toyota profits fall 43% as CFO Kenta Kon is named CEO

Toyota reports a 43% quarterly profit drop amid tariff pressures and higher costs, as CFO Kenta Kon is named the new CEO and president, replacing Koji Sato who will stay on as vice chairman. The company sticks to its full-year forecast despite weaker nine‑month profits, and shares climbed about 2% on the leadership announcement.

via Euronews.com|

#business #earnings #leadership

business18 days ago•2 min saved

Toyota Elevates CFO to CEO as Profitability Takes Center Stage

Toyota names CFO Kenta Kon as its new CEO starting April 1, with Koji Sato moving to vice chairman and a newly created Chief Industry Officer role. Kon’s finance-focused leadership comes as the automaker pushes services and partnerships to boost margins amid tariff headwinds and competition, while Sato focuses on manufacturing efficiency and cross-industry collaboration. Toyota recently sold 3% more vehicles globally but posted a 1.9% year-over-year drop in operating profit; it projects about $23.3 billion in operating profit for the fiscal year, a roughly 21% decline from the prior year.

via The Drive|

#business #ceo-transition #kenta-kon

business19 days ago•4 min saved

Toyota taps Kenta Kon CEO to navigate tariff headwinds and fierce EV rivalry

Toyota named CFO Kenta Kon its next chief executive, effective April 1, replacing Koji Sato who becomes vice chairman, as the company faces U.S. tariff pressures and rising Chinese competition while pursuing a software-driven strategy and a continued hybrid-and-EV mix; Sato will coordinate with government on supply chains and Akio Toyoda’s influence remains central, and the company lifted its full-year profit outlook.

via The New York Times|

#business #china #evs

technology23 days ago•2 min saved

Toyota Teases Production-Ready, Three-Row Electric SUV Likely from the bZ Large

Toyota previewed a large, three-row electric SUV about the size of the Highlander, likely the production version of its bZ Large concept, featuring a glass roof, second-row captain’s chairs, USB ports by the C-pillar, and a potential 2027 launch alongside a Subaru EV counterpart; the final name could be bZ Highlander or something new.

via Motor1.com|

#bz-large #ev #suv

business23 days ago•1 min saved

Toyota kicks off a fresh adventure ahead of February 10 launch

Toyota announces a new adventure starting February 10, underscoring its commitment to sustainable mobility and highlighting its large U.S. manufacturing footprint and North Carolina battery production for electrified vehicles.

via Toyota USA Newsroom|

#business #electrified-vehicles #feb-10

technology1 month ago•8 min saved

Toyota recalls 162k vehicles over screen defect; check if yours is affected

Toyota is recalling about 162,000 2024–2025 vehicles due to a display/screen defect that could increase crash risk; the recall affects U.S.-bound models and owners can check eligibility using official recall lookup tools.

via The Independent|

#automotive #recall #screen