AUTO Toyota Launches 2026 Fortuner Leader Edition With New Features

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM), the Indian subsidiary of Japanese automaker Toyota Motor Corporation, has introduced the 2026 Fortuner Leader Edition, adding exterior styling enhancements and cabin features to its flagship SUV as it seeks to strengthen the model’s appeal in India’s premium SUV market. The new edition features ambient lighting, illuminated scuff plates, dual-tone black […]

CW Bureau · Oct 9, 2026

AUTO Toyota Motor Sales At 28,218 Units; CY 2026 Volumes Cross 2.94 Lakh

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) reported total sales of 28,218 units in September 2026, comprising 25,027 units in the domestic market and 3,191 units through exports. The automaker has also recorded cumulative sales of 2,94,914 units during calendar year 2026, an 8% increase over the corresponding period last year. The CY 2026 performance includes domestic sales […]

CW Bureau · Oct 2, 2026

AUTO Toyota Kirloskar Motor Launches TDRIVE In Raipur, Chhattisgarh

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has launched TDRIVE, its structured motor vehicle training initiative, in partnership with Patni Toyota in Raipur, marking the programme’s first introduction in Chhattisgarh. The initiative is aimed at strengthening road safety and promoting responsible mobility by equipping drivers with knowledge and practical skills for safer driving. TDRIVE makes Chhattisgarh debut The […]

CW Bureau · Sep 18, 2026

AUTO Toyota Motor Sells 32,842 Units In August; Bets On Festive Season

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) sold 32,842 units in August 2026, comprising 28,410 units in the domestic market and 4,432 units through exports, the company said. TKM has maintained a strong growth trajectory in calendar year 2026, with cumulative sales reaching 2,66,696 units, marking an overall growth of 10%. Domestic, export markets gain The growth has […]

CW Bureau · Sep 1, 2026

AUTO Toyota Introduces Urban Cruiser Hyryder Aero Black Edition In India

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has launched the Urban Cruiser Hyryder Aero Black Edition, a limited-edition aimed at customers looking for a bolder and more premium expression of the popular B-SUV. The new edition brings a black-themed treatment to the Urban Cruiser Hyryder, with exclusive exterior elements designed to give the SUV a sportier and more […]

CW Bureau · Aug 12, 2026

AUTO Why Toyota Is Betting On Premium Lifestyle Pickup With New Hilux

Toyota Kirloskar Motor’s decision to launch the refreshed Hilux is less about introducing another pickup truck and more about capturing India’s fast-growing premium lifestyle vehicle market, where utility is increasingly merging with aspiration. Unlike conventional commercial pickups, the Hilux has always occupied a niche space in India. Globally known for its durability, the model has […]

Sajan C Kumar · Jul 29, 2026

ECONOMY India’s Ethanol Blending Programme Helps Reduce Crude Oil Dependence

India has achieved 20% ethanol blending in petrol under the Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Programme in 2025-26, reaching the target five years ahead of schedule and marking a major milestone in the country’s clean energy and energy security roadmap. The programme, which has emerged as a key pillar of India’s biofuel strategy, has significantly reduced […]

CW Bureau · Jul 5, 2026

AUTO Toyota Kirloskar Motor Registers 7% Sales Growth In June At 31,016 Units

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) reported total sales of 31,016 units in June 2026, registering a 7% year-on-year (YoY) growth compared with 28,869 units sold in the same month last year. The company’s June sales comprised 28,441 units in the domestic market and 2,575 units exported. Domestic demand supports growth Toyota Kirloskar Motor said the growth […]

CW Bureau · Jul 1, 2026

AUTO Toyota Refreshes Innova Crysta As It Looks To Scale Up MPV Leadership

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has unveiled the new Innova Crysta, introducing design and convenience upgrades to one of India’s most successful multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) brands as it seeks to reinforce the model’s appeal amid evolving customer expectations. The refreshed Innova Crysta arrives with updated styling, premium cabin enhancements and additional convenience features, building on a […]

CW Bureau · Jun 4, 2026

AUTO Toyota Clocks 3 Lakh Hybrid Vehicle Sales In India, Boosts Green Mobility

Toyota Kirloskar Motor has achieved a major milestone in its electrification journey with cumulative sales of 3 lakh hybrid vehicles in India, underlining the growing acceptance of hybrid mobility solutions among Indian consumers. The milestone highlights increasing customer preference for self-charging hybrid electric vehicle (SHEV) technology, driven by factors such as higher fuel efficiency, lower […]

CW Bureau · May 20, 2026

AUTO Toyota To Set Up New Maharashtra Plant For SUVs, Steps Up India Play

Toyota is expanding its manufacturing footprint in India with plans to establish a new vehicle production facility in Maharashtra, underlining the Japanese automaker’s long-term commitment to one of the world’s fastest-growing automobile markets. The company’s Indian arm Toyota Kirloskar Motor announced that the new manufacturing plant will come up in the Bidkin Industrial Area in […]

CW Bureau · May 11, 2026