German FAZ: brand Tesla drifts into the unknown.

In mid -February, the market research company Brand Finance published its annual ranking of the most valuable automobile brands. In the first place, the Japanese car manufacturer Toyota was an estimated value of $ 64.7 billion. This is followed by the ranking leader of the previous year, Mercedes-Benz, with $ 53 billion. In third place,… Continue reading German FAZ: brand Tesla drifts into the unknown.

German FAZ: brand Tesla drifts into the unknown.

In mid -February, the market research company Brand Finance published its annual ranking of the most valuable automobile brands. In the first place, the Japanese car manufacturer Toyota was an estimated value of $ 64.7 billion. This is followed by the ranking leader of the previous year, Mercedes-Benz, with $ 53 billion. In third place,… Continue reading German FAZ: brand Tesla drifts into the unknown.

German FAZ: brand Tesla drifts into the unknown.

In mid -February, the market research company Brand Finance published its annual ranking of the most valuable automobile brands. In the first place, the Japanese car manufacturer Toyota was an estimated value of $ 64.7 billion. This is followed by the ranking leader of the previous year, Mercedes-Benz, with $ 53 billion. In third place,… Continue reading German FAZ: brand Tesla drifts into the unknown.

@Toyota: [Toyota Times] Japanese Music Drives the World – CEIPA & Toyota Announce Collaborative Project

Chairman Toyoda added that, like music, cars also have stories and an emotional appeal which cannot be quantified. Prior to Akio’s involvement in carmaking as a master driver, at Toyota the quality of a car tended to be judged by its specs. By contrast, recent launches for new Toyota models have focused more on telling… Continue reading @Toyota: [Toyota Times] Japanese Music Drives the World – CEIPA & Toyota Announce Collaborative Project

@Toyota: Toyota 4Runner Icons: Third (1996 – 2002) & Fourth (2003 – 2009) Generations

In celebration of the Toyota 4Runner’s 40th anniversary, this five-part series explores the history of the iconic SUV. The Toyota 4Runner’s innovation and groundbreaking ability to blend the heft and performance of a truck with the everyday practicality of a sedan made its debut in 1984. The first two generations solidified its reputation as a… Continue reading @Toyota: Toyota 4Runner Icons: Third (1996 – 2002) & Fourth (2003 – 2009) Generations

@Toyota: [Toyota Times] Japanese Music Drives the World – CEIPA & Toyota Announce Collaborative Project

Chairman Toyoda added that, like music, cars also have stories and an emotional appeal which cannot be quantified. Prior to Akio’s involvement in carmaking as a master driver, at Toyota the quality of a car tended to be judged by its specs. By contrast, recent launches for new Toyota models have focused more on telling… Continue reading @Toyota: [Toyota Times] Japanese Music Drives the World – CEIPA & Toyota Announce Collaborative Project

Maruti’s Retail Market Share Hits 2-Year Low in February

In a concerning development for India’s long-standing automotive leader, Maruti Suzuki’s market share in the passenger vehicle segment plummeted to a two-year low of 38.94% in February 2025, according to data released by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA). This significant decline marks a stark contrast from the company’s commanding position just a few… Continue reading Maruti’s Retail Market Share Hits 2-Year Low in February

Lexus LX 500d Arrives in India at Rs 3 Crore

Lexus India has launched its premium LX 500d SUV in the Indian market with prices starting at Rs 3 crore positioning it among the most expensive luxury SUVs available in the country. The vehicle, available in Urban and new adventure-focused Overtrail variants, marks a significant expansion of the brand’s high-end portfolio following its showcase at… Continue reading Lexus LX 500d Arrives in India at Rs 3 Crore

The Problem With Car Tariffs: What’s an Import?

Source: The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration The New York Times President Trump’s 25 percent tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico could be felt particularly acutely by automakers — and car buyers — because of the number of vehicles and parts that come into the United States every day as they head to market.… Continue reading The Problem With Car Tariffs: What’s an Import?

Electric vans up as overall market contracts in February

New light commercial vehicle (LCV) registrations fall -19.3% in February to 14,476 units, in third consecutive monthly decline. Smaller vans seize demand, increasing by 55.3% to 427 units, as other segments contract. Electric van uptake grows 55.1% to 1,413 units, taking 9.7% market share – but well short of 2025’s mandated 16%. Data download Demand… Continue reading Electric vans up as overall market contracts in February