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Toyota accused of trying to keep Australia “stuck in petrol powered dark ages”

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Toyota accused - again - of trying to water down Australia's vehicle emission standards in latest attempt to slow down transition to EVs. The post Toyota accused of trying to keep Australia “stuck in petrol powered dark ages” appeared first on The Driven.

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Confirmed! Electric Toyota LandCruiser family has on-road rather than off-road focus, could be on-sale as soon as 2026

EV Central

A new family of electric Toyota LandCruiser wagons could be on-sale in Australia as soon as 2026. Previewed by the LandCruiser Se prototype unveiled at the Japan Mobility Show last October, the new ‘soft-roader’ LandCruiser is a “work in progress” according to a senior Toyota engineer. READ MORE: Get out of the way diesel!

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Toyota a winner as CO2 reduction plan introduced to parliament with less pressure on SUVs and utes

EV Central

Aussie CO2 standard tough on Toyota, SUVs and utes READ MORE: Get out of the way diesel! This includes models such as the Toyota Landcruiser and Nissan Patrol; >>> Smoothing the emissions trajectory for light commercial vehicles. The Ford Ranger Plug-in Hybrid will arrive in 2025. Here’s a taste of them.

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New Toyota Prado revealed; one step closer to becoming an electric vehicle

EV Central

Toyota has revealed its all-new Prado four-wheel drive that will arrive in Aussie dealerships in 2024 – and it’s one step closer to being powered by electricity. Square edges, a bold stance, contrasting roof colours and the Toyota name plastered across the grille reinforce the emphasis on design – and even tease some Land Rover themes.

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Looking to get in a hybrid for cheap? Used Toyota Prius 1.5 HSD 2004-2009 Review

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petrol engine is not running. They had some inverter issues in the 3rd Generation Prius in which the hybrid technology changed, but Toyota issued a recall for that. If your Prius’ battery goes before it’s 10 years old, check with a Toyota dealership first before changing the battery. Sometimes the engine water pump might leak.

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Smarter, tougher and more capable: Why the electric Toyota LandCruiser Se will be better than your diesel-powered 300 Series

EV Central

The Toyota LandCruiser Se could change the way Aussies explore their own backyard with extreme off-road capability – all while paving the way for a family of electric four-wheel drives that will also include an EV ute. That doesn’t mean the all-electric Toyota LandCruiser won’t be able to go off-road.

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2024 BYD Dolphin Dynamic review: Australia’s cheapest electric car provides an EV alternative to the Toyota Corolla, Mazda3, Hyundai i30 and Kia Cerato

EV Central

Priced from about $40,000, it is a small hatchback about the size of a Toyota Corolla or Hyundai i30. Its natural EV rivals are the GWM Ora and MG4 , but the Dolphin also competes with many petrol-powered hatchbacks. The BYD Dolphin is Australia’s most affordable electric car. The phone holder shelf protruding from the dash is handy.

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