2020 Toyota Camry vs. 2020 Honda Accord
Although neither is a crossover, the 2020 Toyota Camry and the 2020 Honda Accord remain some of America's bestselling cars. Here's how they compare on paper.
SUVs vs. crossovers: What’s the difference?
There are several key differences that keep SUVs and crossovers on opposite sides of the same room. They're normally built differently for different purposes.
The cars, trucks, and SUVs with the best resale value
The average new car will retain about 37% of its original value after five years and 75,000 miles. These are the five new cars that beat the odds.
2020 Honda Civic vs. 2020 Toyota Corolla
From fuel efficiency to performance, the decades-old competition between the Toyota Corolla and the Honda Civic is fiercer than ever. Here's how they compare.
Volkswagen joins list of automakers closing factories due to coronavirus
Automakers are temporarily closing factories due to the coronavirus pandemic. This is response both to the spread of the virus and an anticipated drop in sales.
Electric SUV co-developed by Subaru, Toyota may not appear until 2025
Subaru and Toyota are working together on an electric SUV, but Subaru indicated that it may not appear for several more years. Subaru also isn't too keen on selling electric cars in the United States, citing lack of customer interest. Toyota will also continue to provide hybrid tech to Subaru under the partnership.
Toyota just invested $394M in a secretive startup that makes flying taxis
Toyota has shown it is serious about flying taxis with a $394 million investment in California-based Joby Aviation, which is working on an all-electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The current version can reach 200 mph and fly around 150 miles on a single charge. It’s also super-quiet in flight.
Toyota to recall nearly 700,000 newer vehicles that could stall mid-drive
Toyota is recalling nearly 700,000 vehicles across multiple models. The recall due to a faulty fuel pump, which, if it fails, could lead to a stall and potentially an accident. The recall affects 2018-2019 vehicles, with affected owners set to be contacted by first-class mail in March 2020.
Toyota’s smart city will be full of autonomous cars, smart homes, robots
Toyota plans to build an entire city to test out different technologies. Called Woven City, it will house 2,000 people in sustainable buildings, with streets crisscrossed by self-driving cars. Toyota also plans to integrate robots and smart home tech in Woven City, which will be located in Japan.
Behind the horsepower: Papadakis shares the secrets of his 1000hp Supra
A couple months ago, award-winning engine builder Stephan Papadakis gave himself a challenge: to get 1,000 horsepower out of the new Toyota-BMW B58 engine found in the 2020 Toyota Supra. We talked to Papadakis after his successful run to see what's next.
2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime adds fuel efficiency and power in equal measure
The 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime is a plug-in hybrid version of the popular RAV4 crossover. It may also be the best version. The Prime is the most powerful, quickest accelerating, and most fuel-efficient RAV4, Toyota claims. The RAV4 Prime debuts at the 2019 Los Angeles Auto Show and goes on sale in 2020.
Toyota partners with weather firm to use wiper blade data to predict weather
Japanese weather forecaster Weathernews has teamed up with Toyota to utilize its data communication module technology to pinpoint windshield wiper usage and therefore low-level rain that does not appear on weather radar. This technology will help drivers prepare for wet roads.
With newly added AWD, Toyota’s Camry and Avalon are ready to battle winter
The Toyota Camry and Toyota Avalon are getting optional all-wheel drive, which should make both sedans a more practical option in snowy regions of the country. The all-wheel drive system from the Toyota RAV4 was modified to work in the Camry and Avalon, which are currently front-wheel drive only.
Toyota takes the tuning world by storm with eight Supra-based builds
The Toyota Supra lineup shown at SEMA 2019 ranges from tame to wild; one merely gets a redesigned body kit, while another receives a 750-horsepower evolution of the stock model's straight-six engine. Toyota hasn't revealed what the future holds for most of these concepts, but we're hoping they reach production.
Toyota gives its sweet, race-ready Supra the green flag for production
At the 2019 Geneva Motor Show, Toyota unveiled a racing version of the 2020 Supra. Initially called a concept car, the Supra race car has now been confirmed for production. Toyota will start Supra sales to race teams in Europe, North America, and Asia 2020. The Supra will run in the GT4 class.
Toyota leapfrogs competition: Level 4 self driving due next summer
Toyota Research Institute (TRI) announced in a press release today that its Platform 4 (P4) automated driving test vehicle will be available for public demonstration rides next summer in Tokyo. The P4 is based on a Lexus LS sedan.
Toyota is about to unveil a race car-like Supra concept inspired by the 1990s
Toyota's next concept will be a tribute to a limited-edition variant of the fourth-generation Supra introduced in 1994. The 3000GT -- no relation to the eponymous Mitsubishi -- is expected to receive a full body kit, and we're hoping Toyota dialed more power into the straight-six. It debuts November 5.
Toyota has a new electric car for you — and it’s about the size of a golf cart
The Toyota Ultra-Compact BEV is a bite-sized electric car designed for short trips. Toyota believes there is a market for tiny cars like this in cities. Toyota is shifting more attention to battery-electric cars, but remains committed to hydrogen fuel cell vehicles as well.
Toyota’s LQ concept has A.I. tech that knows when you’re stressed
Toyota's latest concept car tries to use technology to create an emotional connection with its users. Capable of autonomous driving, the LQ features an artificial intelligent personal assistant called Yui. Toyota plans to give public test drives of the LQ in Japan in 2020.
Toyota is extending warranties on EV batteries because they’re lasting so long
Toyota has announced that starting with its 2020 line up of seven hybrid vehicles and one fuel cell model it is extending warranties on the hybrid battery. Previously covered for eight years and 100,000 miles the new warranty is extended to 10 years and 150,000 miles.
BMW recalls 257,000 cars to ensure owners can’t turn off the rearview camera
You'll know what BMW owners are experiencing if you've ever turned your phone's brightness all the way down before stepping out in broad daylight. Motorists are reducing the rearview camera screen's brightness and can't turn it back up. Numerous BMWs, two Rolls-Royces, and a Toyota are included in the recall.
Exclusive: Papadakis tells us the parts he needs to make a 1000 horsepower Supra
Award-winning engine builder Stephan Papadakis set out to wrest 1,000 horsepower out of the new Toyota-BMW B58 engine found in the 2020 Toyota Supra. In the third episode, Papadakis shows us how he assembles a high performance racing engine.
Smarter and sharper-looking, the Toyota C-HR now plays nice with Android phones
Toyota resisted Android Auto for years due to privacy and safety concerns, but it settled its differences with Google. The 2020 C-HR comes standard with Android Auto. It also offers Apple CarPlay and Amazon Alexa compatibility. Minor visual changes round out the list of updates for the 2020 model year.
Next-gen Toyota Mirai confirmed despite continuing issues with hydrogen tech
The Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel cell car will live on for another generation, Toyota chairman Takeshi Uchiyamada said at a recent conference on hydrogen. Toyota remains a champion of fuel cells, but lack of hydrogen infrastructure has slowed the rollout of the technology.
Subaru and Toyota will keep working together to create sports cars and hybrids
Subaru and Toyota are renewing their partnership, and that means the Subaru BRZ and Toyota 86 sports cars will live on for another generation. More Subaru models will get Toyota hybrid tech, too. The two automakers also plan to work together on electric cars and autonomous driving.
Toyota uses hydrogen fuel cells to power one of its Japanese factories
Toyota took components from its Mirai hydrogen fuel cell car and used them to make a generator to power one of its factories. If testing goes well, Toyota plans to add hydrogen power at more factories. Toyota is one of the main proponents of hydrogen fuel cells vehicles, which still face many obstacles.
2020 Toyota Prius hybrid finally adds Apple CarPlay compatibility
The 2020 Toyota Prius gets an important feature that was missing from the hybrid's 2019-model-year update: Apple CarPlay. Aside from a new infotainment system that supports CarPlay, Toyota's bestselling hybrid is largely unchanged for the new model year.
Toyota is actively testing a solar-powered Prius to cut the cord
Toyota covered a Prius Prime plug-in hybrid in solar panels in an attempt to stretch its range. Tests showed a maximum range improvement of 35 miles. But high costs mean Toyota likely won't put a solar array like this one into production. A smaller-scale solar roof is currently available from Toyota.
2020 Toyota 4Runner goes off road with more safety and tech features
For an old school SUV, the 2020 Toyota 4Runner has a lot of tech features. The 4Runner already offered a bundle of off-road driving aids, and for 2020 it gets an updated infotainment system and new safety features as well. Toyota now offers both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on the 4Runner.
Exclusive: 1000 hp Supra could be six-figure project Papadakis says
Stephan Papadakis has released the second installment of his quest to squeeze 1,000 horsepower from the new Toyota Supra engine. We sat for an exclusive interview as he delves into the hard parts he has to find or make to achieve his goal.
The 2020 Toyota Tacoma goes under the knife to look and feel younger
Toyota wants to keep its No. 1 position in the midsize pickup truck segment. It updated the hot-selling Tacoma to keep it fresh as more modern rivals arrive on the market. Changes include a new-look front end and more comfort features in the cab of the evergreen Toyota truck.
Someone is already flipping a new 2020 Toyota Supra on Bring a Trailer
That was fast. A 2020 Toyota GR Supra Launch Edition is already up for auction on Bring a Trailer. But should you bid on it, or just head to a Toyota dealer? Bring a Trailer has a reputation for inflating the prices of cars, so this Supra could end up selling for much more than its sticker price.
Toyota partners with Chinese autonomous-driving startup Pony.ai
Toyota is teaming up with Chinese autonomous-driving startup Pony.ai to continue the development of self-driving cars. Partnerships are becoming the norm in the world of autonomous driving, and Toyota is also working with Uber and Chinese tech firm Baidu on the technology.
Toyota’s long-awaited FJ Cruiser replacement could arrive in 2020 with a twist
Toyota will allegedly fill the void created by the FJ Cruiser's demise by bringing the 2017 TJ Cruiser concept to production. It will be a completely different kind of car developed with a far smaller focus on off-road prowess. Rumors indicate the TJ Cruiser will make its debut in late 2019 or early 2020.
A self-driving Toyota will escort the 2020 Olympic flame in Tokyo
Toyota will use the 2020 Tokyo Olympics to show off its zero-emission vehicle technology. The automaker will have everything from electric scooters to hydrogen fuel-cell buses on hand. Toyota expects to deploy about 3,700 vehicles, most with fuel-cell, battery-electric, or hybrid power.
In exclusive interview, legendary racer tells us his plans for 1,000hp new Supra
The 2020 Toyota Supra is barely off the trucks at dealerships, but award-winning engine builder Stephan Papadakis is already tearing into it to find more power. He thinks 1,000 horsepower is possible from the new BMW/Toyota joint venture. Best of all, he’s capturing the whole process on a series of four videos. We caught up with him to ask him how he plans to tackle this challenge.
Here’s why your Uber or Lyft car always seems to be a Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is one of the most popular cars sold in the United States, and not just with retail buyers. Uber and Lyft drivers love the Camry for its reliability, according to a new report. The Toyota Camry made up 38% of rideshare vehicles in New York City in 2018.
Digital Trends Live: Apple wants Intel’s modems, Toyota’s Olympic robots
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, we discuss the biggest trending stories in tech, including Apple’s plan to buy Intel’s modem business, Uber’s monthly subscription plan, flying over the English Channel on a flyboard, Toyota’s line of Olympics robots and autonomous cars, and more.