# Toyota defends a multi-energy strategy and new internal combustion engines

> Toyota announces the development of a new generation of internal combustion and hybrid engines, which it also plans to sell to other manufacturers, and defends a multi-energy approach led by its president Akio Toyoda. The group supports this strategy with launches and updates of hybrid models, particularly in Indonesia, Japan, and the United States, as well as investments in hydrogen in Thailand and North America. Sub-events show different national focuses: Japan concentrates on launches and statements from the executive, the United States highlights sales of plug-in hybrids and the Crown Signia, while Europe and other markets mainly relay strategic announcements and electrification news.

**In brief**: Ongoing story bringing together 16 events involving Toyota and Toyota Motor, in 10 countries (Japon, États-Unis, Brésil and 7 more), followed from 30 October 2026 to 5 November 2026. 65 articles from 16 sources (electric and batteries, plants, jobs and earnings, launches and reviews and 1 more); last updated on 5 November 2026 at 03:50.

- Status: ongoing
- Scope: International
- Category: Electric and batteries, Plants, jobs and earnings, Launches and reviews, Sales and market
- Countries: Japon, États-Unis, Brésil, Allemagne, Danemark, Indonésie, Inde, Italie, Mexique, Thaïlande
- Brands: Toyota, Toyota Motor
- First detected: 30 October 2026 at 14:00
- Updated: 5 November 2026 at 03:50
- Web page: https://mecapress.com/stories/19-toyota-defends-a-multi-energy-strategy-and-new-internal-combustion-engines

## National stories (11)

- Japan — 2 country-specific events, 6 articles
- United States — 1 country-specific event, 10 articles
- Italy — 0 country-specific event, 6 articles
- Brazil — 0 country-specific event, 5 articles
- Germany — 0 country-specific event, 4 articles
- Vietnam — 0 country-specific event, 4 articles
- France — 0 country-specific event, 3 articles
- Russia — 0 country-specific event, 2 articles
- Switzerland — 0 country-specific event, 2 articles
- India — 0 country-specific event, 2 articles
- Denmark — 0 country-specific event, 2 articles

## Reported figures

- 500 millioner euro
- 3,7 milliarder kroner
- 1,5 milliarder euro
- 11 milliarder kroner
- 1.49 Billion Baht

## What is established

_“Confirmed” = reported by at least two independent outlets (outlets of the same group count as one). AI cross-check of the collected headlines and extracts._

**Confirmed by several sources**

- Toyota is developing a new generation of 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine for its hybrid systems. (18 independent sources: [news.autoscout24.ch](https://news.autoscout24.ch/en/news/toyota-develops-new-1-5-liter-hybrid-engines), [adnkronos.com](https://www.adnkronos.com/motori/toyota-rivoluziona-il-sistema-ibrido-nuovo-motore-15_6JOD5s1pGpBeajM8LjVg8c), [morningoverview.com](https://morningoverview.com/toyota-says-its-next-hybrids-will-use-15-less-gas/), [justdrive.ru](https://www.justdrive.ru/auto-news/2839-toyota-novoe-pokolenie-gibridov-i-platforma.html), [Portal Hortolândia](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMisAFBVV95cUxObFFBcmdQYXE4ZlNnV042blJYdlphT3UwalBNTjhyQ3lVdGstQm9SRC1td1FkbmtmUGxxU1pEOHpPMnRFS1k2em4tZUNqQ2hDNnN5Tk9fVk9HXzZfYXdHa19ranFRaDVfQVJEMUJlckpSWGpka1VqY1RET0NQSmJ2R294NmxWSlJtQlh6NVRmQW1SUTltc1A1alZYNDBTYXg1OG1kUVJBRmEyZUZrcjNYaw?oc=5), [dailysupercars.mx](https://dailysupercars.mx/n/toyota-crea-desde-cero-un-motor-1-5-para-su-nueva-generacion-de-hibridos), [vesti.eu.com](https://vesti.eu.com/toyota-gotovit-novyi-1-5-litrovyi-motor-dlia-gibridnyh-sistem.html), [Infoseek](https://news.infoseek.co.jp/article/motorfan_20261101460/), [autooccase.ch](https://autooccase.ch/toyota-werkt-aan-nieuwe-hybride-met-1-5-liter-viercilinder/), [SpaceMoney](https://www.spacemoney.com.br/noticias/corolla-motor-1-5-quatro-cilindros-consumo/), [somoselectricos.com](https://www.somoselectricos.com/hibridos-enchufables/toyota-presenta-nuevo-motor-hibrido-promete-consumir-mas-15-menos/20261101104559064796.html), [Yahoo!ニュース](https://news.yahoo.co.jp/articles/472b7a6d8679788ffe5c9e493d89dc1cda44931c), [Autohled.cz](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMixAFBVV95cUxNUmJkeGp2RVdJZTN2U05uVkwwVnJIZ0pjekJrQ29NZHJUQmNIX29JMG9wVVI3Y3p2TVFBbjNaSmxnQUFzVndYdHNiUE5EV29RNDVaS3VBMEI3Sm9fbjhDYXBiMFpRN05IOEJKQVd1QzE4aG1FWTBRTUVCM28zNGFIUVA0bXBsd1dFbmxKVDZxWHkzX0lpbWZDa1lRZXkwUG5CVHBOTnhnWk1OWkk4QnQwdTBzYzI3am1UUW45VDZCOEREZldu?oc=5), [newspie.com.tw](https://www.newspie.com.tw/toyota-20261102/), [Newsauto.it](https://www.newsauto.it/notizie/toyota-nuovo-motore-ibrido-4-cilindri-caratteristiche-2026-649346/), [autoblog.it](https://www.autoblog.it/post/toyota-prepara-le-nuova-ibride-motore-1-5-e-una-piattaforma-per-tre-alimentazioni), [auto.timesofindia.com](https://auto.timesofindia.com/news/cars/toyota-develops-new-1-5-litre-four-cylinder-hybrid-targeting-over-15-better-fuel-economy-with-big-implications-for-its-india-hybrid-line-up/articleshow/135462745.cms), [driving.ca](https://driving.ca/auto-news/news/toyotas-next-hybrids-to-be-15-more-efficient-report))
- Toyota announces an efficiency gain of approximately 15% for the new hybrid generation. (16 independent sources: [news.autoscout24.ch](https://news.autoscout24.ch/en/news/toyota-develops-new-1-5-liter-hybrid-engines), [adnkronos.com](https://www.adnkronos.com/motori/toyota-rivoluziona-il-sistema-ibrido-nuovo-motore-15_6JOD5s1pGpBeajM8LjVg8c), [Vietnam.vn](https://www.vietnam.vn/en/toyota-phat-trien-he-thong-hybrid-cho-cac-mau-xe-the-he-moi), [morningoverview.com](https://morningoverview.com/toyota-says-its-next-hybrids-will-use-15-less-gas/), [justdrive.ru](https://www.justdrive.ru/auto-news/2839-toyota-novoe-pokolenie-gibridov-i-platforma.html), [oto.detik.com](https://oto.detik.com/mobil/d-8732413/toyota-siapkan-mesin-hybrid-baru-konsumsi-bbm-15-lebih-irit), [soha.vn](https://soha.vn/toyota-phat-trien-he-thong-hybrid-cho-cac-mau-xe-the-he-moi-198261031144922019.htm), [dailysupercars.mx](https://dailysupercars.mx/n/toyota-crea-desde-cero-un-motor-1-5-para-su-nueva-generacion-de-hibridos), [cnn.gr](https://www.cnn.gr/style/aytokinito/story/559661/i-toyota-etoimazei-nea-yvridika-me-stoxo-15-stin-katanalosi), [somoselectricos.com](https://www.somoselectricos.com/hibridos-enchufables/toyota-presenta-nuevo-motor-hibrido-promete-consumir-mas-15-menos/20261101104559064796.html), [Autohled.cz](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMixAFBVV95cUxNUmJkeGp2RVdJZTN2U05uVkwwVnJIZ0pjekJrQ29NZHJUQmNIX29JMG9wVVI3Y3p2TVFBbjNaSmxnQUFzVndYdHNiUE5EV29RNDVaS3VBMEI3Sm9fbjhDYXBiMFpRN05IOEJKQVd1QzE4aG1FWTBRTUVCM28zNGFIUVA0bXBsd1dFbmxKVDZxWHkzX0lpbWZDa1lRZXkwUG5CVHBOTnhnWk1OWkk4QnQwdTBzYzI3am1UUW45VDZCOEREZldu?oc=5), [newspie.com.tw](https://www.newspie.com.tw/toyota-20261102/), [Newsauto.it](https://www.newsauto.it/notizie/toyota-nuovo-motore-ibrido-4-cilindri-caratteristiche-2026-649346/), [mibolsillo.com](https://www.mibolsillo.com/tecnologia/nuevos-hibridos-de-toyota-prometen-ahorrar-15-mas-gasolina-asi-funcionaran-y-cuanto-podrias-ahorrar-en-mexico-20261101-0008.html), [auto.timesofindia.com](https://auto.timesofindia.com/news/cars/toyota-develops-new-1-5-litre-four-cylinder-hybrid-targeting-over-15-better-fuel-economy-with-big-implications-for-its-india-hybrid-line-up/articleshow/135462745.cms), [driving.ca](https://driving.ca/auto-news/news/toyotas-next-hybrids-to-be-15-more-efficient-report))
- Toyota Motor Europe announces the development of a new-generation hybrid powertrain for its future multi-energy platforms, with redesigned engine and transmission. (5 independent sources: [justdrive.ru](https://www.justdrive.ru/auto-news/2839-toyota-novoe-pokolenie-gibridov-i-platforma.html), [Infoseek](https://news.infoseek.co.jp/article/motorfan_20261101460/), [Yahoo!ニュース](https://news.yahoo.co.jp/articles/472b7a6d8679788ffe5c9e493d89dc1cda44931c), [autoblog.it](https://www.autoblog.it/post/toyota-prepara-le-nuova-ibride-motore-1-5-e-una-piattaforma-per-tre-alimentazioni), [20 Minutes](https://www.20minutes.fr/auto/4259018-20261102-toyota-grandes-ambitions-mecaniques-thermiques-hybrides))
- Toyota plans to sell its new generation of internal combustion engines to other manufacturers to generate billions. (4 independent sources: [trend.dk](https://trend.dk/elbiler/verdens-stoerste-bilmaerke-satser-paa-benzin-nu-vil-toyota-bygge-motorer-til-konkurrenterne), [证券之星](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiYEFVX3lxTFB0dXFNdGlWdGpmLTBtdzVqNER0aUlwVEhjRHRLeGx0NlZXQVczRmxnSTZkRjFQQVRUQ185bmhkNUZXcnJKR3E0VWY5VGFpclpGUzdVUXJlV0hadThqdnNSQQ?oc=5), [Motor1.com](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMickFVX3lxTE5CNWctbkNzbXl5ZU10ZjNkQ1d4czZiQ0lHQmNTUEI1eFV3Y3FGaXNaLXJpUmJuQmFuRVNlYnZOejhtLWZtY0RRZHNhZFRCN3czS3BYaVlkRnE1VV84aHNFRUM0V3JjYy1MaDM0cE82Wlh2Zw?oc=5), [driving.ca](https://driving.ca/auto-news/news/toyotas-next-hybrids-to-be-15-more-efficient-report))
- The new 1.5-liter engine replaces the current 1.8-liter and 1.5-liter blocks. (2 independent sources: [auto.mail.ru](https://auto.mail.ru/article/133478-toyota-razrabatyivaet-ekonomichnyij-dvc-dlya-novogo-pokoleniya-gibridov/), [dailysupercars.mx](https://dailysupercars.mx/n/toyota-crea-desde-cero-un-motor-1-5-para-su-nueva-generacion-de-hibridos))
- Toyota updates the Innova Hycross/Kijang Innova Zenix in Indonesia with dual 12.3-inch screens, DVR, Wi-Fi, and a panoramic camera. (2 independent sources: [rushlane.com](https://www.rushlane.com/updated-toyota-innova-hycross-launched-in-indonesia-dual-12-3-screens-dvr-wifi-12559877.html), [Gaadiwaadi.com](https://gaadiwaadi.com/updated-toyota-innova-hycross-launched-in-indonesia-with-new-features/))

**Sources disagree**

- Announced efficiency gain: more than 15% according to [news.autoscout24.ch](https://news.autoscout24.ch/en/news/toyota-develops-new-1-5-liter-hybrid-engines), [Vietnam.vn](https://www.vietnam.vn/en/toyota-phat-trien-he-thong-hybrid-cho-cac-mau-xe-the-he-moi), [soha.vn](https://soha.vn/toyota-phat-trien-he-thong-hybrid-cho-cac-mau-xe-the-he-moi-198261031144922019.htm), [somoselectricos.com](https://www.somoselectricos.com/hibridos-enchufables/toyota-presenta-nuevo-motor-hibrido-promete-consumir-mas-15-menos/20261101104559064796.html), [Autohled.cz](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMixAFBVV95cUxNUmJkeGp2RVdJZTN2U05uVkwwVnJIZ0pjekJrQ29NZHJUQmNIX29JMG9wVVI3Y3p2TVFBbjNaSmxnQUFzVndYdHNiUE5EV29RNDVaS3VBMEI3Sm9fbjhDYXBiMFpRN05IOEJKQVd1QzE4aG1FWTBRTUVCM28zNGFIUVA0bXBsd1dFbmxKVDZxWHkzX0lpbWZDa1lRZXkwUG5CVHBOTnhnWk1OWkk4QnQwdTBzYzI3am1UUW45VDZCOEREZldu?oc=5), [newspie.com.tw](https://www.newspie.com.tw/toyota-20261102/), [Newsauto.it](https://www.newsauto.it/notizie/toyota-nuovo-motore-ibrido-4-cilindri-caratteristiche-2026-649346/), [auto.timesofindia.com](https://auto.timesofindia.com/news/cars/toyota-develops-new-1-5-litre-four-cylinder-hybrid-targeting-over-15-better-fuel-economy-with-big-implications-for-its-india-hybrid-line-up/articleshow/135462745.cms) ; approximately 15% according to [adnkronos.com](https://www.adnkronos.com/motori/toyota-rivoluziona-il-sistema-ibrido-nuovo-motore-15_6JOD5s1pGpBeajM8LjVg8c), [morningoverview.com](https://morningoverview.com/toyota-says-its-next-hybrids-will-use-15-less-gas/), [justdrive.ru](https://www.justdrive.ru/auto-news/2839-toyota-novoe-pokolenie-gibridov-i-platforma.html), [oto.detik.com](https://oto.detik.com/mobil/d-8732413/toyota-siapkan-mesin-hybrid-baru-konsumsi-bbm-15-lebih-irit), [mibolsillo.com](https://www.mibolsillo.com/tecnologia/nuevos-hibridos-de-toyota-prometen-ahorrar-15-mas-gasolina-asi-funcionaran-y-cuanto-podrias-ahorrar-en-mexico-20261101-0008.html), [driving.ca](https://driving.ca/auto-news/news/toyotas-next-hybrids-to-be-15-more-efficient-report) ; up to 15% according to [dailysupercars.mx](https://dailysupercars.mx/n/toyota-crea-desde-cero-un-motor-1-5-para-su-nueva-generacion-de-hibridos) ; target of -15% according to [cnn.gr](https://www.cnn.gr/style/aytokinito/story/559661/i-toyota-etoimazei-nea-yvridika-me-stoxo-15-stin-katanalosi)

**Single source so far**

- Toyota has equipped 2.0-liter turbo and naturally aspirated engines for testing in the Super Taikyu series. (according to [ground.news](https://ground.news/article/toyota-fitted-new-20-liter-gasoline-engines-both-turbocharged-and-non-turbocharged-for-testing-on-the-super-taikyu-series))
- Akio Toyoda states he feels "very alone" in defending gasoline engines. (according to [Motor1.com](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMieEFVX3lxTE1zTVBjQ01EdkJUV0YyeW51dTBEVE4xM0JFYmFwbjV3SlRYMktNaW0wbVlVRHktVVdjbzE5ZUdVa1lvWklNdV8xMnoxMjlrbk1jRXl5aGxKVnFCMndkZkw2S2pncTdQS0pJNmF0S1dUb0hFT3VXOEpsUQ?oc=5))
- A Toyota hybrid engine is announced capable of traveling 1,200 km on a single tank. (according to [vtcnews.vn](https://vtcnews.vn/tin-xe-1-11-toyota-lam-dong-co-hybrid-di-duoc-1-200-km-sau-mot-lan-do-xang-ar1048510.html))
- Toyota adds a 457-horsepower hybrid version to the Land Cruiser 300, featuring seven seats and a 1,500 W outlet. (according to [kuruma-news.jp](https://kuruma-news.jp/post/1131702))

**Updates**

- 3 November 2026 at 03:46: New detail: the 1.5-liter engine will be offered in naturally aspirated and turbo versions.
- 3 November 2026 at 03:46: New detail: the common platform is planned for electric, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid vehicles.
- 3 November 2026 at 03:46: New detail: Toyota tests 2.0-liter turbo and naturally aspirated engines in Super Taikyu.
- 2 November 2026 at 07:07: New detail: Yoshihiro Nakata announces a new hybrid coming soon.
- 2 November 2026 at 07:07: New detail: Toyota's plug-in hybrid sales are rising sharply.
- 2 November 2026 at 07:07: New detail: the future Corolla (2028) will be the first model to use the new 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine.
- 1 November 2026 at 03:45: Announced efficiency gain: approximately 15%.
- 1 November 2026 at 03:45: Announced range: 1,200 km on a single tank.
- 1 November 2026 at 03:45: The 1.5-liter engine replaces the current 1.8 and 1.5-liter blocks.

## Sources by country and language

- United States: 10 articles, 5 outlets
- unknown: 9 articles, 9 outlets
- Italy: 6 articles, 6 outlets
- Japan: 6 articles, 4 outlets
- Brazil: 5 articles, 3 outlets
- Germany: 4 articles, 4 outlets
- Vietnam: 4 articles, 4 outlets
- France: 3 articles, 3 outlets
- Switzerland: 2 articles, 2 outlets
- Denmark: 2 articles, 2 outlets
- India: 2 articles, 2 outlets
- Russia: 2 articles, 2 outlets
- Bulgaria: 1 articles, 1 outlets
- Canada: 1 articles, 1 outlets
- China: 1 articles, 1 outlets
- Czechia: 1 articles, 1 outlets
- Spain: 1 articles, 1 outlets
- Greece: 1 articles, 1 outlets
- Mexico: 1 articles, 1 outlets
- Netherlands: 1 articles, 1 outlets
- Sweden: 1 articles, 1 outlets
- Taiwan: 1 articles, 1 outlets

**Languages**: English (17), Italian (8), Portuguese (6), Spanish (6), unknown (6), Japanese (6), German (5), Russian (4), French (3), Dutch (2), Chinese (2)

## Timeline (16 events)

### 30 October 2026 — [Toyota teste un nouveau moteur essence 2.0 sur une GR86 de course](https://mecapress.com/events/1480-toyota-teste-un-nouveau-moteur-essence-2-0-sur-une-gr86-de-course.md)

Toyota met à l'essai un moteur essence atmosphérique de 2 litres et quatre cylindres dans une GR86 de course expérimentale, dans le cadre de sa stratégie multi-énergies.

3 sources, 3 articles · Japon

### 31 October 2026 — [Toyota updates the Innova Zenix in Indonesia](https://mecapress.com/events/618-toyota-updates-the-innova-zenix-in-indonesia.md)

Toyota is revising the Kijang Innova Zenix in Indonesia with new digital screens, connected functions and a panoramic camera, particularly on hybrid versions.

2 sources, 2 articles · Indonésie

### 31 October 2026 — [Toyota adds entry-level hybrid G version to Alphard in Japan](https://mecapress.com/events/610-toyota-adds-entry-level-hybrid-g-version-to-alphard-in-japan.md)

Toyota details the new hybrid G trim, the cheapest in the Alphard range in Japan, with announced fuel consumption of 18.9 km/l and an eight-seat configuration at the same price.

1 sources, 2 articles · Japon

### 31 October 2026 — [Japanese automaker defends future of combustion engines](https://mecapress.com/events/203-japanese-automaker-defends-future-of-combustion-engines.md)

A Japanese automaker believes combustion engines still have many years ahead. It advocates a multi-technology approach rather than all-electric.

1 sources, 1 articles · Japon

### 31 October 2026 — [Toyota develops new generation of internal combustion engines to sell to other automakers](https://mecapress.com/events/97-toyota-develops-new-generation-of-internal-combustion-engines-to-sell-to-other.md)

Toyota plans to develop a new generation of internal combustion engines and market them to other automakers to generate revenue.

3 sources, 5 articles · Worldwide (Japon)

### 31 October 2026 — [The Toyota Crown Signia, a 224-hp hybrid all-wheel-drive crossover, faces BMW and Audi](https://mecapress.com/events/502-the-toyota-crown-signia-a-224-hp-hybrid-all-wheel-drive-crossover-faces-bmw-and.md)

Toyota offers the Crown Signia, an all-wheel-drive crossover with a 224-hp hybrid powertrain, positioned against premium German SUVs.

1 sources, 1 articles · États-Unis

### 31 October 2026 — [Akio Toyoda appelle les constructeurs à défendre une approche multi-énergies](https://mecapress.com/events/1061-akio-toyoda-appelle-les-constructeurs-a-defendre-une-approche-multi-energies.md)

Le président de Toyota, Akio Toyoda, lance un appel aux autres constructeurs pour défendre la diversité des motorisations, moteurs thermiques et hybrides compris.

1 sources, 2 articles · Worldwide (Japon)

### 31 October 2026 — [Toyota prepares new generation of hybrids with internal combustion engines](https://mecapress.com/events/417-toyota-prepares-new-generation-of-hybrids-with-internal-combustion-engines.md)

Toyota says it is not abandoning internal combustion engines and is preparing a new generation of hybrid powertrains resulting from decades of development.

7 sources, 37 articles · Mexique — Japon, Danemark, Mexique, Allemagne

### 1 November 2026 — [Le patron de Toyota avertit ses fournisseurs : « sans changement, nous ne survivrons pas »](https://mecapress.com/events/1624-le-patron-de-toyota-avertit-ses-fournisseurs-sans-changement-nous-ne-survivrons.md)

Le dirigeant de Toyota met en garde ses fournisseurs sur la rapidité de la mutation de l'industrie automobile et appelle à des changements majeurs pour la survie du groupe.

1 sources, 1 articles · Japon

### 1 November 2026 — [Toyota ajoute une version hybride de 457 ch au Land Cruiser 300](https://mecapress.com/events/1051-toyota-ajoute-une-version-hybride-de-457-ch-au-land-cruiser-300.md)

Le Toyota Land Cruiser 300 reçoit une nouvelle motorisation hybride de 457 ch, avec sept places et une prise de courant 1 500 W, proposée à un tarif supérieur à la version diesel GX.

1 sources, 1 articles · Japon

### 1 November 2026 — [Toyota Europe annonce l'arrivée prochaine d'un nouvel hybride](https://mecapress.com/events/1209-toyota-europe-annonce-l-arrivee-prochaine-d-un-nouvel-hybride.md)

Le patron de Toyota Europe, Yoshihiro Nakata, indique que le constructeur prépare un nouvel hybride et souligne l'apport des clients européens à l'amélioration de ses voitures.

1 sources, 2 articles · Italie, Japon

### 1 November 2026 — [Les ventes d'hybrides rechargeables de Toyota explosent](https://mecapress.com/events/1619-les-ventes-d-hybrides-rechargeables-de-toyota-explosent.md)

Les ventes d'hybrides rechargeables de Toyota bondissent, l'offre élargie chez les concessionnaires rencontrant une demande contenue jusqu'ici.

1 sources, 1 articles · États-Unis

### 1 November 2026 — [La prochaine Toyota Corolla recevra un nouveau moteur 1.5 à quatre cylindres](https://mecapress.com/events/1611-la-prochaine-toyota-corolla-recevra-un-nouveau-moteur-1-5-a-quatre-cylindres.md)

La prochaine génération de Corolla, attendue en 2028, devrait inaugurer un ensemble associant un moteur 1.5 quatre cylindres et une partie électrique réduite, promettant une consommation moindre.

3 sources, 4 articles · Japon, Inde, Brésil

### 2 November 2026 — [Toyota deploys mobile hydrogen station for fuel cell trucks in North America](https://mecapress.com/events/1806-toyota-deploys-mobile-hydrogen-station-for-fuel-cell-trucks-in-north-america.md)

Toyota North America is setting up a mobile hydrogen refueling station for its fuel cell trucks and developing high-pressure refueling comparable to diesel in duration.

1 sources, 1 articles · États-Unis

### 3 November 2026 — [Toyota bets on hybrids and electrification for the post-2026 era](https://mecapress.com/events/3526-toyota-bets-on-hybrids-and-electrification-for-the-post-2026-era.md)

Toyota remains a key player in global hybrid and electrified vehicle production and is preparing its strategy for the next automotive era.

1 sources, 1 articles · Japon

### 4 November 2026 — [Toyota Thailand invests 1.49 billion baht to produce hydrogen Hilux for export](https://mecapress.com/events/3725-toyota-thailand-invests-1-49-billion-baht-to-produce-hydrogen-hilux-for-export.md)

Toyota Motor Thailand commits 1.49 billion baht to make the country a production and export hub for the new hydrogen Hilux pickup.

1 sources, 1 articles · Thaïlande

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