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On the eve of Koji Sato taking over as Toyota ’s new CEO, 54 consumer and environmental groups representing 26 countries around the world have written a letter asking the Japanese automaker to be a lot more serious about electrification than it was under outgoing CEO Akio Toyoda. The initiative, …

The overwhelming popularity of SUVs combined with the ongoing chip shortage is forcing automakers to abandon less popular cars, even if some of these are big names. The Toyota Camry is the latest example. Don’t worry, the Japanese midsize sedan is safe here. However, production for its domestic market will …

Catalytic converter thefts continue to be a major problem across North America, and this extends beyond private driveways. Parking lots, even ones that were well-lit, are getting hit now. So do car dealerships on a regular basis. Thieves are attracted to catalytic converters due to the precious metals they contain, …

Minivans are few and far between these days—most families prefer SUVs and crossovers—yet they offer a ton of space and versatility. Which one is the best money can buy? The Car Guide has gathered its team of experts to identify the top minivans on the market in 2023. Check them …

While larger vehicles tend to fare better in collisions with smaller vehicles, they still have a lot of room for improvement when it comes to protecting their occupants. As we reported last year, a third of midsize SUVs failed the U.S. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s new side crash test, …

A pair of Toyota cars aimed at completely different customers are making headlines right about now. For one, the news are good. For the other, not so much. Let’s start with the GR Corolla , the 300-horsepower hot hatch with AWD taking on the likes of the Volkswagen Golf R …

Full-size SUVs may not be as popular in Canada as they are in the U.S., but with plenty of interior space and seating for up to nine, there’s no denying their appeal among large families. Which one is the best money can buy? The Car Guide has gathered its team …

Another reliability issue has surfaced when it comes to the Toyota RAV4 ’s electrified powertrains. This time, it’s not about the premature and unexpected corrosion of a high-voltage cable, but rather a risk of stalling in cold weather. On certain RAV4 Prime (plug-in hybrid) models, rapid acceleration could cause the …

During a press conference in Japan on Monday, Toyota ’s next CEO, Koji Sato, said the automaker will be undergoing a transformation driven by electrification, intelligence and diversification. More importantly, it will adopt an EV-first mindset. This clashes with the old way of doing things under outgoing CEO Akio Toyoda, …