The certification is supposed to confirm that the vehicle complies with safety standards. Toyota, which wholly owns Daihatsu, should be held responsible too.
As Japanese automakers and telecom giants speed up plans to launch autonomous mobility services, the government is moving to create new rules to ensure safety.
Just as iOS revolutionized smartphones, Toyota aims to transform EVs with the Arene OS, streamlining software deployment for enhanced vehicle intelligence.
"Japan is home to remarkable technologies, and we aim to showcase Japan's vision for the world." — Akio Toyoda on the rebranding of Japan Mobility Show.
The Japan Mobility Show, one of the world's top auto shows, has returned after four years with a new name and a focus on EVs and...
The synergy between automaker Toyota and energy company Idemitsu is expected to boost Japan-based innovation in the future of electric vehicles.
By combining new technologies with craftsmanship, Toyota has developed efficient methods for producing solid-state batteries and streamlining gigacasting.
Toyota is still pursuing varied technologies to achieve carbon neutrality, but its June 8 announcements show it is now aggressively pursuing the EV market.
Honda looks to grow its — and Japan’s — share in the EV market as F1 introduces new regulations on carbon dioxide emissions, effective from 2026.
China has a chokehold on access to rare earth minerals used in technologies such as EV engines. These new alternatives will provide welcome supply chain relief.
The French-Japanese alliance equalizes roles with Nissan and embarks on a new cross-industry strategy with technology partnerships for a competitive edge.
By the end of his tenure, Shoichiro Toyoda had transformed Toyota Motor Corporation into a global automaker. It is now the biggest company in Japan.