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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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2019 Toyota Corolla XSE Hatchback review

Take a test drive in one of Toyota’s latest cars and it’s easy to feel like you’re in the Upside Down from Stranger Things. Out of all the cars in the Japanese brand’s lineup, no other car highlights just how much has changed as the 2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback.
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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.
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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.
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Toyota’s E-volution continues with 2021 Mirai and 2021 RAV4 Plugin

Toyota revealed the second-generation 2021 Mirai hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle in Greensboro, North Carolina. Toyota also used the occasion to tease images of the 2021 RAV4 plug-in hybrid, and to introduce an extended battery warranty for model year 2020 hybrid, plug-in, and fuel cell electric vehicles.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The best cars for small businesses in 2019

Looking for a new car or truck for your small business? We've got you covered. From hatchbacks to minivans, these are the five best cars for small businesses. Each vehicle has the capability, durability, and tech to take any small business to the next level. They're not too bad to drive, either.
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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.
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Digital Trends Live: Alexa crowdsources, Walmart expands delivery, and more

On this episode of Digital Trends Live, hosts Greg Nibler and Parker Hall discuss the biggest trending stories in tech, including crowdsourcing Alexa answers, Walmart expanding its delivery service, testing a solar-powered Prius, our Between the Streams segment, and more.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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2020 Toyota GR Supra 3.0 Premium first drive review

The Toyota Supra makes a triumphant return as a joint project with BMW, to the delights of driving enthusiasts, racing fans, and aftermarket tuners alike. We were among the first group of lucky individuals to give it a proper spin on the road and on the track at Summit Point Raceway in West Virginia.
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2019 Toyota Prius Prime Advanced review: Serious mileage

Thanks to a plug-in hybrid powertrain, the 2019 Toyota Prius Prime offers better gas mileage than a standard Prius. But how does Toyota's effort compare to other plug-in hybrids? Should you put a Prius Prime in your driveway instead of a Honda Clarity or Kia Niro plug-in?
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Toyota raises the curtain on 2020 Corolla Nightshade Editions

The 2020 Toyota Corolla SE sedan and hatchback with a CVT (continuously variable transmission) will be available in Nightshade Editions, joining four other vehicles in the lineup with the blacked-out trim option. For 2020, the Toyota 4Runner, Camry, Highlander, and Sienna also feature Nightshade Editions.