The fastest selling new cars: January 2026

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The fastest-selling new cars in America right now These are the fastest-selling new cars in the U.S. based on market day supply, which measures how quickly vehicles are selling relative to available inventory. Low day-supply figures indicate models that are consistently moving off dealer lots almost as soon as they arrive. Unlike raw sales volume … Read more

Toyota brings new Mapbox-based navigation system to 2026 RAV4

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Toyota and Mapbox are extending their technology partnership to support Toyota’s next-generation in-vehicle navigation experience, beginning with the 2026 Toyota RAV4. The new navigation software will be part of the Toyota Audio Multimedia system and is designed to deliver more detailed maps and deeper integration with Toyota’s digital vehicle interfaces. The system will debut on … Read more

Are the Toyota bZ4X and Subaru Solterra the same? Explained

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If you have looked at the Toyota bZ4X and Subaru Solterra side by side, you might think you are seeing the same electric SUV with two different badges. The resemblance is not accidental. These EVs were developed jointly by Toyota and Subaru, share most of their underlying hardware, and roll off the same production line. … Read more

Are Toyota bZ4X models reliable? What owners should know

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If you’re shopping for an electric SUV, you’ve probably wondered: Is the Toyota bZ4X reliable? Toyota vehicles are known for durability, and many shoppers expect the brand’s first dedicated EV to follow suit. The truth is more balanced. The bZ4X isn’t unreliable, but it also isn’t the bulletproof benchmark people associate with Toyota. A new … Read more

Why the humble kei car is actually the most important EV on the planet right now

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The automotive landscape in Japan is undergoing a quiet yet significant transformation, reshaping how the country moves. For decades, the kei car has been the backbone of Japanese transportation. Strict physical dimensions and engine-displacement regulations constrain these light automobiles, yet they account for roughly 40% of all new cars sold in the country. They are … Read more

The fastest selling new cars: December 2025

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Fastest-selling cars in America, December 2025 This slideshow highlights the new vehicles with the lowest market days’ supply in December 2025. Market days supply measures how long it would take dealers to sell all current inventory at the model’s recent sales pace, with lower figures indicating stronger demand and faster turnover. The list is dominated … Read more

Base 2026 RAV4 Hybrid starts at $33,350 including destination

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Toyota has released pricing for the 2026 RAV4 Hybrid, outlining the model’s structure for the upcoming model year. The hybrid lineup continues with multiple trim levels and a choice between front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive configurations in the lower and mid-level grades. For 2026, the destination charge for the RAV4 Hybrid is $1,450, and it applies across … Read more

Electrification branding when there are many types of electrified vehicles

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When it comes to electrified vehicles, I’ve seen a litany of ways to describe them. Though essentially, there are five ways to describe an electrified vehicle (as long as you don’t include hydrogen). There’s a 48-volt mild hybrid (which isn’t a real hybrid), there’s a standard hybrid, there’s a plug-in hybrid, there’s a range-extended electric … Read more

Toyota opens first U.S. battery factory in North Carolina

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Toyota has begun production at its new battery manufacturing plant in Liberty, North Carolina, marking the company’s first battery facility in the United States and its only one outside Japan. The new site represents a $13.9 billion investment and is expected to create up to 5,100 jobs as part of the company’s ongoing efforts to … Read more

Inside the 2025 Toyota Hilux BEV: A work truck gone electric

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A modern, purpose-built cabin for a new generation The cabin of the 2025 Toyota Hilux BEV has been reimagined to align with its electrified platform, blending functional design with modern technology. The dashboard features clean, horizontal lines that emphasize width and strength, while the materials maintain a utilitarian but refined look consistent with Toyota’s commercial … Read more