Toyota Issues Recall for 280,000 Vehicles Over Neutral Gear Safety Concerns

Toyota Issues Recall for 280,000 Vehicles Over Neutral Gear Safety Concerns

Toyota has announced a recall affecting approximately 280,000 pickups and SUVs in the United States due to potential safety issues related to the vehicles’ neutral gear function. In a statement released on Wednesday, the Japanese automaker revealed that certain components of the transmission may not fully disengage when the vehicle is shifted into neutral. This…

Toyota Industries Faces Crackdown for Engine Emissions Cheating – Nikkei

Toyota Industries Faces Crackdown for Engine Emissions Cheating – Nikkei

Japan’s transport ministry is gearing up to take action against Toyota Industries, a subsidiary of Toyota Motor Corp, for allegedly cheating on engine emissions tests, as reported by Nikkei on Monday. According to sources familiar with the matter cited by the newspaper, the ministry is considering various measures, including the possibility of withdrawing certification for…

Toyota Remains World No.1 But its List of Problems is Growing

Toyota Remains World No.1 But its List of Problems is Growing

Toyota has secured its position as the world’s largest automaker for the fourth consecutive year, outperforming its German rival, Volkswagen, despite facing an expanding list of challenges. The Japanese manufacturer announced record sales of 11.2 million vehicles worldwide in 2023, marking a 7.2% increase from the previous year. While Toyota celebrates its sales achievement, the…

Toyota Halts Shipment of 10 Models Amid Diesel Engine Certification Irregularities

Toyota Halts Shipment of 10 Models Amid Diesel Engine Certification Irregularities

In a significant development, Toyota has announced the suspension of shipments for several models, including the popular Hilux truck and Land Cruiser 300 SUV. This decision comes in the wake of irregularities discovered in certification tests for diesel engines developed by Toyota’s affiliate, Toyota Industries. A special investigative committee identified anomalies during horsepower output testing…

Toyota Recalls 1 Million Vehicles Over Airbag Sensor Glitch

Toyota Recalls 1 Million Vehicles Over Airbag Sensor Glitch

In response to a potential safety concern, Toyota has issued a recall affecting approximately 1 million cars and SUVs in the United States. The recall is prompted by a defect that could lead to the failure of the passenger airbag to deploy in the event of a crash. The recall encompasses 15 different models from…

Toyota Announces 2025 Camry Redesign as Hybrid-Only Model
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Toyota Announces 2025 Camry Redesign as Hybrid-Only Model

In a significant move reflecting the growing acceptance of hybrid technology, Toyota has revealed that the redesigned 2025 Camry, America’s best-selling car, will be available exclusively as a hybrid. While the Camry currently offers a hybrid version alongside traditional models, the forthcoming redesign marks a strategic shift for the popular sedan. Toyota, known for its…

Toyota Issues Recall of Over 1.8 Million RAV4 Vehicles Over Fire Risk Concerns
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Toyota Issues Recall of Over 1.8 Million RAV4 Vehicles Over Fire Risk Concerns

Toyota has revealed a recall of more than 1.8 million RAV4 vehicles, according to an announcement made by the company on Wednesday. The recall is specific to certain models from the 2013-2018 model years. The reason behind the recall revolves around a potential fire risk associated with some replacement batteries, as highlighted in Toyota’s statement….

Toyota to Adopt Tesla’s Charging Standard for Electric Vehicles
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Toyota to Adopt Tesla’s Charging Standard for Electric Vehicles

Toyota, one of the world’s leading automakers, has announced its decision to switch to Tesla’s charging standard for its electric vehicles (EVs) sold in the United States. Starting in 2025, all Toyota EVs in the US will be equipped with charging ports compatible with Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS), replacing the current Combined Charging…

6 Reasons Nigerians Love Toyota Cars

6 Reasons Nigerians Love Toyota Cars

Toyota vehicles dominate the Nigerian automotive landscape, constituting the largest share of cars on the country’s roads. In fact, for every five cars you encounter navigating Nigerian streets, at least one proudly bears the Toyota emblem. The affinity that Nigerians hold for Toyota automobiles is unmistakable, and the Japanese automaker has firmly established its presence…

Toyota Recalls Tundra Models in Largest Recall This Year
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Toyota Recalls Tundra Models in Largest Recall This Year

Toyota, a leading automobile manufacturer, has initiated a voluntary recall affecting specific 2022 and 2023 Tundra and Tundra Hybrid trucks, marking its most substantial recall action of 2023. The announcement comes in response to a potential safety concern that affects approximately 168,000 vehicles in the United States. On Thursday, Toyota revealed that the identified vehicles…