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Toyota has announced it will be developing higher-performance hybrid technology for its core models with an emphasis on a “fun-to-drive” character. The announcement was accompanied by the world debut of a C-HR-based hybrid concept at the Frankfurt Motor Show in Germany. Created by Toyota’s European design studio ED2, the C-HR …

To decipher what a manufacturer values in their models you need look no further than their entry level line-up. It’s a ruthlessly cut-throat segment where every single feature must be justified as not to push up the price and pass scrutiny from an army of potential buyers. The right combination …

What’s a better way to pay homage to the classic Toyota AE86 made famous by the Initial D manga series? Recreate it, of course. And that’s exactly what Toyota UK have done with their customised GT86 concept, the result of a project with the aim of reimagining the world-famous AE86 …

We’ve had the Starlet, the Echo and now we’re more than familiar with the Yaris, Toyota’s pint sized entry into the compact car market which has just been refreshed to remain a valid choice for P platers and Grandma’s alike. I was never a big fan of the original Yaris, …

Drifting has taken on a whole new level with this stunt from South African driver Jesse Adams, who drifted this Toyota 86 to a new Guinness Book of record for the world’s longest drift. The motoring journalist drifted a total distance of 165.04 kilometres around a skid pad in a standard …

As Toyota is busy preparing the final iteration of its new-age Supra sports car concept for October’s Tokyo Motor Show, Japanese publication Clicccar is giving us a glimpse of the final product with this new rendering. Adopting design elements from the Toyota FT-1 concept which was presented in early 2014, Clicccar’s rendering of the next-generation Supra retains …

There’s no question that Toyota knows how to build a solid, reliable and sensible selection of cars. You don’t become top dog in the automotive manufacturing business by taking giant risks on every new design; it’s the conservative well thought out approach that’s proven to sell. The reason behind their …

The Toyota 86 is a tuning magnet, with most tuners having some sort of customisation package for the popular Japanese coupe, with the latest being Kuhl Racing. The tuner’s eye-catching conversion consists of the brand’s 01R-GT wide-body kit, 20-inch Verz alloy wheels shod with Falken FK453 tyres with dramatic camber …

Toyota has announced the preliminary specifications of the all-new 2018 Toyota Camry, which will reach Australian showrooms in November 2017. The eight-generation Camry is the first Toyota sedan to adopt TNGA (Toyota New Global Architecture) and sports a more evocative styling than ever before. This lightweight and high-strength structure improves …

Toyota has expanded the pure driving pleasure of its popular 86 coupe with a limited-edition model that adds an improved dynamic edge and a striking new paint colour. Just 60 examples of the special edition model are available in Australia, enhancing the appeal of the 86 to driving enthusiasts by fitting larger Brembo performance …

Normally in Japan if you’re grabbing a lift in a taxi you’ll be chauffeured around in style in the back of a Toyota Crown Comfort complete with self opening doors. Not the most powerful or exciting of cars which is why the guys from Team Orange offer a more exciting …

Five years after Toyota’s 86 made its acclaimed debut, the popular rear-wheel drive sports coupe has been given a mid-life update that not only brings subtle revision to its styling, but also improved dynamics that will surely resonate with enthusiasts. Prices have increased marginally across the board, with the biggest …

There was no lack of interesting and impressive machines on display throughout the pits and track at Fuji Speedway (see part 1 here) but for a little extra variety it’s definitely worth checking out the surrounding carparks for a few hidden gems. Things started off pretty mild with this rather …

The popular 7 seater Kluger SUV from Toyota has had a refresh for 2017 that boasts improved safety, refinement and performance. These improvements come at an increased cost throughout the three-tier range and the top spec Grande model we’re testing rolls in with a $1,831 increase on the previous year …