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Like a mechanical shadow, Toyota’s new robot mimics your movements in real time

Toyota's latest, third-generation humanoid robot is capable of exactly mimicking its operator’s movements.
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The Toyota Hilux becomes an RC car for grown-ups (batteries not required)

Starting with a modern-day Toyota Hilux, the company has built a remote-controlled car for grown-ups with a surprisingly accurate design.
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Toyota to produce more hybrid electric vehicles in China and India

Toyota announced its plan to accelerate electric vehicle initiatives in China and India, with ambitious plans for 2020.
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Electric car, or electrified car? We decode this obnoxious industry jargon

An electric car is electrified, but an electrified car isn't electric. Confused? Let us explain the difference between the two.
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Toyota to put its driverless car through ‘extreme’ testing in California

Toyota is gearing up to put its latest autonomous vehicle technology through "extreme" testing on a closed driving course in California.
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From microcars to pickups to hybrids, here are the best cars for new drivers

What are the best cars for new drivers? From SUVs to hatchbacks, and even electric cars, here are 10 possibilities.
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2018 Toyota Corollas are competition for the only slightly larger Camry sedan

The 2018 Toyota Corollas are the value leaders in their classes with a full array of safety, comfort, and convenience features.
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Mazda, Toyota hold hands as they surf the industry’s electric car wave

Mazda, Toyota, and Denso will jointly develop modular electric car components capable of power a wide selection of electric cars.
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Is a more emotional design enough to make the new Toyota Camry exciting?

More stylish than ever before, the 2018 Toyota Camry stands out with a head-turning design and an available sport package.
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1,400-horsepower Toyota Supra gets us excited for the next-gen model

Really fast in stock form, the Toyota Supra is of the most tuner-friendly cars of the past couple of decades.
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Toyota patents a device that could make car pillars transparent

Toyota patented a system that uses mirrors to let drivers see around car roof pillars, effectively rendering them "invisible."
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Toyota will use the 2020 Tokyo Olympics to showcase self-driving cars

Toyota will bring a fleet of self-driving cars to the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, according to an executive.
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Toyota’s latest robot can help the disabled with tasks around the home

Watch Toyota's video showing the debut outing of its Human Support Robot designed to carry out everyday tasks for those with disabilities.
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Would you buy a new Toyota just for automatic emergency braking?

By the end of 2017 most Toyota and Lexus models will include automatic emergency braking (AEB), lane departure detection, and automatic high beams.
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Did Toyota lose the 24 Hours of Le Mans because of a simple thumbs-up?

Toyota's TS050 Hybrid was widely expected to win this year's 24 Hours of Le Mans, but it dropped out of the race due to a clutch failure

Become a 24 Hours of Le Mans expert with this quick primer

The 24 Hours of Le Mans is arguably the most prestigious event on the racing calendar, but what’s it really all about? We’ve got the full story on this epic endurance race right here.
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Toyota is researching heart-monitoring cars that could prevent crashes

Toyota is looking to embed technology into cars that can predict drivers' medical emergencies and bring the vehicle to a quick and safe stop.

Toyota has its eye on the sky as it backs ambitious flying car project

Toyota is showing in an interest in flying cars after it backed a local group of engineers currently developing their own dual-use vehicle.
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Watch a giant, star-spangled mech destroy a Prius, because ‘Murica

Ever wonder how a giant star-spangled mech trains to do battle? You won't any more after you watch it punch a Prius to death.
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General Motors and Toyota are rolling into the car-sharing space

Major auto brands focus even more on car sharing as GM expands Maven brand to Los Angeles and Toyota invests in U.S. car-sharing company GetAround.
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An abandoned Toyota Supra haunts the mountains of Japan

An A70 Toyota Supra was found abandoned in the mountains of Japan. It likely ended up in the valley during a race or drift session.
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Toyota’s 2,000-horsepower Land Speed Cruiser hits a supercar-rivaling 230 mph

The Toyota Land Speed Cruiser reached a top speed of 230.2 mph in the hands of recently-retired NASCAR driver Carl Edwards.
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Your next car will change color, take directions like a NASA rover, and wink

CES 2017 has finally come to a close, and in an automotive context, there’s plenty to digest.
Toyota 86 vs. Chrysler Pacifica drag race

Would you bet on a Chrysler minivan to outrun a Toyota sports car?

A Chrysler Pacifica with a 287-horsepower V6 recently smoked Toyota's acclaimed 86, and the drag race was caught on video.
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Our favorite interactive and unique exhibits at the New York Auto Show

Some of the most unique exhibits and booths at the 2017 New York Auto Show.
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Toyota unveils robotic leg brace to help give paralyzed patients their mobility back

Toyota unveiled a new robotic leg brace at its head office in Tokyo today, which may help bring mobility back to partially paralyzed people.
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Toyota’s FT-4X concept is ready for adventure so you don’t have to be

Developed for millennials who live and work in the city, it previews what a successor to the rugged FJ Cruiser could look like.
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Toyota’s hybrid boat will begin testing in the Port of Tokyo in 2018

Toyota's Ponam-28V is the first leisure craft with a parallel hybrid drive system. The Tokyo government will begin testing it in 2018.
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Hydrogen cars are here, but should you put one in your driveway?

Several automakers now offer cars powered by hydrogen-generated electricity. We took a look at the pros and cons of using hydrogen as an automotive fuel source. Hydrogen is a wonderful green fuel, but it does have a few problems.
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Toyota turns the HiLux pickup into a Tonka truck for the young at heart

Toyota's Tonka truck gains six additional inches of ground clearance and a rugged new design, but the concept won't spawn a production model.
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Toyota announces 2017 Mirai pricing and a range of incentives

The Toyota Mirai FCV returns for its second model year with a new color, support program, incentives, and pricing structure.
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New Toyota Mirai billboards in California help clear the air

These new eco-billboards in California feature the Toyota Mirai FCV and help clean the air by operating like a catalytic converter.
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Microsoft is licensing its tech to car firms, with Toyota first to jump on board

Microsoft has announced a new program intended to help automobile manufacturers embed technology into their vehicles.
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2018 Toyota C-HR first drive

The Toyota C-HR is the Japanese automaker’s first subcompact crossover and enters a highly competitive field. To stand any chance, its out-there looks must be backed by class-leading technology, fuel economy, and versatility.
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Toyota’s updated Yaris democratizes safety features, and looks good doing it

The changes only apply to the Euro-spec Toyota Yaris, but the U.S.-spec variant is expected to receive the same upgrades.
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Now that's a sunroof: Toyota Prius Prime features Panasonic-built solar panels

The Toyota Prius Prime plug-in hybrid is now available with a solar roof, but only in Japan. The roof is supplied by Panasonic.
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Watch the Toyota C-HR kick M. Bison's butt in new Japanese commercial

Toyota's C-HR subcompact crossover invades the world of Street Fighter II to showcase testimonials from Capcom's world warriors.
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Change the rules so we can test more self-driving cars, automakers tell feds

Auto manufacturers need to test self-driving cars in much greater numbers than currently allowed by NHTSA rules to advance the technology.