Industry UpdatesToyota's new $50 million lab in Saline, Michigan, will test battery cells, modules, and packs, including the solid-state batteries Toyota hopes to launch by 2028.
Industry UpdatesHonda and Nissan are the latest automakers to team up on software-defined vehicle tech. Why are legacy brands struggling to do it by themselves?
PreviewsThe venerable Toyota Camry has never had a reputation for being exciting or fun, but the ninth-generation model is more dynamic than you’d ever expect, and it’s incredibly fuel-efficient, too.
ComparisonsIf you're shopping for a hybrid sedan, it's hard to go wrong with either the Toyota Camry or Honda Accord - but the right pick depends on what matters most to you.
RecommendationsThese five hybrids, including a truck, two sedans, and two crossovers, all under $35,000, can help you spend a lot less at the pump.
ReviewsI took the latest electrified Camry to the Bridgestone Winter Driving School to see how winter tires and the all-wheel drive system behave in cold and icy climes.
RecommendationsRight now, hybrids are hot. Who doesn’t want to save money by getting better fuel economy? Used hybrids are safe, dependable, and a great buy.
AnnouncementsToyota recently announced a massive expansion of its Kentucky manufacturing facility, which currently makes hybrid Camry and RAV4 models. The factory will produce a new large electric SUV, which should be eligible for federal incentives.
Industry UpdatesToyota has put almost 25 million hybrid and plug-in hybrids on the road globally. With a recent $5-billion investment in its North Carolina battery factory, the company is preparing to ramp up its battery manufacturing to support many new electric car models.
*Assumptions: 13,500 miles driven annually; 60 monthly payments; 6.63% interest rate for new vehicles; 11.38% interest rate for used vehicles; does not include incentive savings. Energy costs are $0.166/kWh and $4/gallon. Estimated vehicle prices are based on historical pricing data from Driveway.com and the manufacturer's suggested retail prices. Emissions, charge times and vehicle efficiency are based on EPA estimates. PHEVs assume 7% of driving on electricity and 93% on fuel.
