Toyota’s New bZ4X Is Now Japan’s Longest-Range EV — But That’s Not Saying Much
Toyota’s updated bZ4X finally gives Japan’s biggest automaker a serious EV contender — with up to 746 km of WLTC range, faster 150 kW charging, and a lower starting price. But in a market where few domestic EVs exist, calling it the “longest-range EV” might not mean as much as it sounds.
Toyota Expands Dealership Fast Chargers — But Still Miles Behind Nissan and Mitsubishi
Toyota will add 500 new fast chargers to its Japanese dealerships by March 2026 — but most are locked behind Toyota-only apps and membership systems. Nissan and Mitsubishi already offer faster, easier charging for everyone.
Toyota Brings Electric and Hydrogen Power to Japan’s Most Watched Road Race
Toyota will supply EVs, FCVs, and hybrid models — including the e-Palette and Crown FCV — for Japan’s iconic New Year road race, cutting emissions by 60 percent while continuing to push both electric and hydrogen technologies.
Toyota’s Best-Selling Car May Finally Go Electric: The Corolla EV Could Be a Game Changer
Toyota’s best-selling car is finally going electric. The automaker has previewed a fully electric Corolla ahead of its debut at the Japan Mobility Show 2025. After years of focusing on hybrids, this marks a major shift for Toyota — and the Corolla EV could be the car that finally brings Toyota into the modern EV era.