Toyota's 2GR-FE V6 engine has been a workhorse for the company, powering a wide range of vehicles over the years. This 3. 5-liter V6 engine first appeared in the 2005 Toyota Avalon and has since been used in various models, including the Camry, RAV4, and even the Lotus Evora. The 2GR-FE engine is known for its reliability and has been a popular choice for Toyota. It...
The world of cars is always changing. Right now, electric cars and big SUVs are all the rage. But there's a group of cars that's been around for a while and still has a lot of fans. These are the small, sporty cars that put the fun back into driving. Two of these cars are the Toyota GR86 and the Mazda MX-5 Miata. They're both popular, but which one is better? Let's d...
The Toyota Supra is a well-known sports car that has been around since 1979. It started as the Celica Supra and has gone through five different versions. The fourth generation, known as the MK4, is particularly famous. It was produced from 1993 to 2002 and became a favorite among car enthusiasts and tuners. The MK4 Supra is loved for its design, driving experience, a...
In a big shift, Toyota has announced that the 2026 RAV4 SUV will be available only as a hybrid or plug-in hybrid. This means no more traditional gas engines for this popular model. The change is part of a major redesign that includes updates to both the interior and exterior, as well as performance improvements. Toyota is betting big on hybrids, even as the industry ...
Japan's stock market had a thrilling day recently. Shares in many companies skyrocketed. Why? Because Toyota, the giant carmaker, announced a massive plan. They want to take their parts-making subsidiary, Toyota Industries, private. This move could be worth a staggering 42 billion dollars. It's a huge deal, and it's got everyone talking. Akio Toyoda, the grandson of...
You know, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) can't check every car out there. They trust manufacturers to give them honest emissions data. But Hino Motors, a part of Toyota, didn’t play fair. They were hiding stuff that the EPA found out about when they did their own checks. In a statement, Hino said they told the U. S. authorities about these issues back in ...
Almost two years ago, a Texan started hunting for a replacement for their aging 2010 Lexus RX350. The SUV was getting old, with 22 miles per gallon and nearing 200, 000 miles. The Toyota RAV4 Prime hybrid seemed perfect, but none were available at reasonable prices. After a frustrating search, the driver turned their attention to electric vehicles (EVs). They test-dr...
Can you imagine getting ready for your dream job, but feeling like you're missing some key skills? That's where Jay-Z's Shawn Carter Foundation comes in. They've teamed up with the Wharton School of Business and Toyota North America to launch the Champions for Financial Legacy (CFFL). This program aims to help students at historically Black colleges and universities ...
California's push for electric vehicles (EVs) has raised concerns among automakers like Toyota. The Golden State's plan to require 35% of new vehicles sold in 2026 to be zero emission has left Toyota's Jack Hollis feeling skeptical. "We simply don't see this happening, " he said. Toyota worries that such mandates might restrict customer choices, as the demand for EVs...
Toyota's dedication to hybrid vehicles has long been hailed as an eco-friendly triumph, but a recent International Council of Clean Transportation (ICCT) study might make you think twice about patting the Japanese automaker on the back. The ICCT report uncovers some unsettling facts about hybrids' life-cycle greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, particularly in relation t...