Toyota and Lexus Introduce Treehouse to Simplify Customers' Home EV Charger Installation

Saving the Hassle of Buying a Level 2 Electric Vehicle Charger, Getting Quotes, Scheduling an Electrician and Even Filing Permits

PRNewsWire • Feb 23, 2026

Toyota's Sato was the man for the moment - then the moment changed

When Koji Sato was named Toyota CEO in 2023, he appeared to be the man for the moment: a veteran engineer who could give the world's best-selling automaker a badly needed boost in electric vehicles. But after just three years in the top job, he is being replaced by Chief Financial Officer Kenta Kon, a close ally and former secretary of Chairman Akio Toyoda.

Reuters • Feb 20, 2026

Toyota hires seven Agility humanoid robots for Canadian factory

After a year-long pilot project, Toyota's Canadian manufacturing subsidiary has hired seven humanoid robots to work in a plant building RAV4 SUVs under a robots-as-a-service deal.

TechCrunch • Feb 19, 2026

Agility Robotics Announces Commercial Agreement with Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada

CAMBRIDGE, Ontario & SALEM, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #Digit--Agility Robotics announces commercial agreement with Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada to deploy general-purpose robot Digit in its facilities.

Business Wire • Feb 19, 2026

2026 Toyota C-HR Puts Sporty, Stylish Spin on the Compact Electric SUV

C-HR Nameplate Returns to the U.S. as an All-New, Powerful Battery Electric Vehicle Coupe-Like Profile Gives the Compact SUV an Athletic Stance, Eye-Catching Good Looks Standard Dual-Motor All-Wheel Drive (AWD) with 338 Net Combined System Horsepower DC Fast-Charging Capability Delivers 10-80-Percent Charge in Around 30 Minutes* North American Charging Standard (NACS) Charge Port Offers Access to Convenient, Nationwide High-Speed Charging** Up to 287 Miles of Range (EPA-estimated on SE Grade) Premium Interior with Soft-Touch Materials, Customizable Ambient Lighting, and a 14-Inch Touchscreen Up to 25.3 Cubic Feet of Cargo Space Behind the Rear Seats, Which Can Expand Up to 59.5 Cubic Feet with the 60/40 Split-Folding Rear Seatbacks Folded Flat Expected to Arrive in U.S. Toyota Dealerships in March 2026 Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price for the 2026 Toyota C-HR Starts at $37,000 (Excluding Dealer Processing and Handling Charges) PLANO, Texas, Feb. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The all-new 2026 Toyota C-HR joins the automaker's burgeoning battery electric vehicle (BEV) lineup. With an eye-catching, wide, athletic coupe-like profile, the model joins the revised bZ and the new bZ Woodland SUVs when it goes on sale next month.

PRNewsWire • Feb 18, 2026

Apple Set to Bring Car Keys Function to Toyota Vehicles

Apple is reportedly expanding its car keys wallet feature with carmaker Toyota launching support for the tool. According to a report Tuesday (Feb. 17) from Apple-focused news website 9to5Mac, the tech giant had named 13 new carmakers who had signed on to add the car key feature soon.

PYMNTS • Feb 18, 2026

Toyota's All-Electric Lineup Gains Rugged, Powerful New bZ Woodland SUV

Standard All-Wheel Drive with 375 Horsepower Combined System Output 281 Mile of EPA-Estimated Driving Range Rating (260 miles for bZ Woodland Models Equipped with Optional All-Terrain Tire) DC Fast-Charging Times Around 30 Minutes* (10-80% Charge Under Ideal Conditions) Equipped with North American Charging System (NACS) Port for Wide Access to Thousands of DC Fast Charging Stations in the U.S. Ample Utility with 74.3-Cubic Foot Rear Cargo Area with Seats Folded Flat, 8.4-inch Ground Clearance, Panoramic View Monitor with Multi-Terrain Monitor, and up to 3,500-lb Towing Capacity Well-Equipped Interior with Standard SofTex®-Trimmed Seating, 14-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia Touchscreen, Dual Wireless Qi Device Charging, Ambient Lighting and More bZ Woodland Premium Model Adds JBL® Premium Audio, Ventilated Front Seats with Memory Driver's Seat, Panoramic Moonroof, Front Radiant Heaters, and More Expected to Arrive in U.S. Toyota Dealerships in March 2026 Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the 2026 Toyota bZ Woodland Starts at $45,300 (Excluding Dealer Processing and Handling Fee) PLANO, Texas, Feb. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota's most rugged addition to its battery-electric (BEV) lineup, the first-ever 2026 bZ Woodland is expected to arrive at dealerships nationwide next month. Equipped with standard all-wheel drive with X-MODE®, the bZ Woodland has a net combined system output of 375 horsepower and an EPA-estimated total driving range rating of up to 281 miles (the EPA-estimated driving range rating is 260 miles when equipped with optional All-Terrain tires).

PRNewsWire • Feb 17, 2026

Toyota group firm extends Toyota Industries tender offer to boost buyout's chances

A group company of Toyota Motor said on Thursday that the tender offer period for its buyout of forklift maker Toyota Industries will be extended until March 2 to increase the chances of the bid succeeding.

Reuters • Feb 12, 2026

Toyota Motor: Confirmation Of A Long Term Defensive Investment After Q3 Results

Strong profitability held up even under tariff pressure and higher investment spending. Hybrids and disciplined production planning continue to support global demand and margins. Management is focused on lowering the breakeven point through productivity, not simple cost cuts.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 11, 2026

Toyota's Abrupt CEO Switch Signals Big Spending To Keep Up With AI And Chinese Rivals

Toyota Motor Corporation maintains a Buy rating, supported by strong profitability, disciplined strategy, and measured innovation amid industry disruption. TM's leadership shift to finance specialist Kenta Kon signals a heightened focus on efficiency and profit as the company navigates software and AI-driven industry changes. Despite a Q3 earnings miss and reduced sales outlook, TM raised revenue and net income guidance for FY2026, demonstrating resilient operational performance.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 11, 2026