Toyota Newsroom in Audio

An independent audio summary of Toyota's July 16, 2026 press release announcing the 2027 Prius. Toyota details four grades, the fifth-generation Toyota Hybrid System, new dual-zone climate control, and new color options including Inked and the Nightshade-exclusive Karashi. Read the full release at pressroom.toyota.com.

An independent audio summary of Toyota's July 15, 2026 press release on the 2026 Toyota USATF Outdoor & Para National Championships in New York City, marking 150 years since the first US national outdoor championships in 1876. Toyota returns as title sponsor with athlete ambassadors and fan activations. Read the full release at pressroom.toyota.com.

An independent audio summary of Toyota's July 14, 2026 press release announcing the 2027 Corolla Hatchback in SE and XSE grades, with upgraded digital displays, a new SE Premium Package, and available 18-inch gloss white accessory wheels. Read the full release at pressroom.toyota.com.

An independent audio summary of Toyota's July 16, 2026 press release announcing the 2027 Prius Plug-in Hybrid. Toyota details four grades, a 220-horsepower fifth-generation hybrid system, up to 44 miles of EPA-estimated electric range on the SE grade, and new dual-zone climate control. Read the full release at pressroom.toyota.com.

GAZOO Racing unveils the 2026 GRMN Corolla, the ultimate track-oriented GR Corolla with 300 HP, 302 lb-ft of torque, and motorsport-derived aerodynamics, suspension, and weight reduction developed through Nurburgring testing and Super Taikyu racing.

The 2027 Toyota GR86 debuts at FuelFest with focused enhancements to deepen the driver-car connection. The lightweight rear-wheel-drive sports car features refined exterior styling, updated suspension tuning, and interior improvements while maintaining its 228-HP flat-four Boxer engine.

Toyota's Collaborative Safety Research Center announces 10 new research projects with seven universities and organizations. The projects focus on behavioral safety, crash prevention, and passive safety, continuing CSRC's mission of advancing vehicle safety through academic partnerships.

Toyota Kentucky's engineering team earned a 2026 Better Project Award from the U.S. Department of Energy for redesigning the Fresh Air Supply House in their paint shop. The innovative project reduced outside air flow by over 55 percent and cut annual paint booth energy costs by more than 80 percent.