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Toyota introduces Grand Highlander with 3 powertrains

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The 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander made its world premiere before the opening day of the Chicago Auto Show. There is definitely a need in the market for a midsize-SUV that prioritizes interior comfort in all three rows and Grand Highlander is the ultimate option. It is available in three powertrains across three grades: the 2.4L

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Toyota plots an all-electric Highlander SUV, will the Tundra and Tacoma be next?

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Toyota’s second best-selling SUV in the US, the Toyota Highlander, is going fully electric. of Toyota’s total sales. Meanwhile, many automakers are already at double-digit or 100%, EV sales share at this point. This will include a fully electric Toyota Highlander SUV. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.

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If Toyota Lavish Highlander cannibalizes gross sales of smaller namesake, it’s a part of the plan

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WAIMEA, Hawaii — Toyota North American emblem head Dave Christ is absolutely ready if the gross sales of his flow top-selling three-row crossover, the Highlander, abate upcoming generation. Putting him in the third row of a Highlander was a little tight.” “I’m a great example. .

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Tesla almost doubles EV share in China as sales rebound

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After passenger vehicle sales dropped in June and July, the Chinese auto market recovered in August with a return to growth. Passenger auto sales in China increased 2.2 In July, overall auto sales in China slid 2.6 Credit: Reuters Overall auto sales in China increased 8.5

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Tesla China sees 16,400 insurance registrations in June’s second week

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As the second quarter enters its final weeks, Tesla China seems to be gaining momentum in the domestic auto market. Tesla China’s domestic sales have been steadily improving. This was partly due to the Model 3’s “Project Highland” update , which is expected to be rolled out in the coming weeks.

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Tesla rolls out free Supercharging perk to Model 3 inventory customers

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Considering the limited duration of the Model 3’s free Supercharging promotion, EV enthusiasts are speculating that the initiative may be a way for Tesla to clear out its inventory of the vehicle before the release of the highly anticipated Project Highland update. It’s also expected to be more cost-efficient to produce.

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Tesla rivals face rising inventory — and it’s becoming an issue

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A survey from Cox Automotive estimates that electric vehicle sales in the US auto market could surpass 1 million units for the first time in 2023. With the highly anticipated Project Highland update coming soon, the demand for Tesla’s most popular cars may very well improve even more. That’s up from 38% in 2021.