# Toyota
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Lexus Unveils the TZ: Japan’s Luxury EV Counter-Offensive in the Three-Row SUV Market
Lexus has globally premiered the TZ, an all-electric three-row SUV featuring a 95.82kWh battery and a 5.1-meter length. The vehicle represents a strategic pivot for the brand as it seeks to compete with both established luxury rivals and emerging Chinese EV manufacturers in the high-end family segment.
The End of Pax Japonica: China Claims the Global Automotive Crown
China has officially surpassed Japan as the world's leading automotive seller in 2025, ending a 25-year streak of Japanese dominance. While Chinese brands like BYD and Geely lead in volume and EV innovation, they still face significant challenges regarding profit margins and access to the North American market.
Pony.ai and Toyota’s GAC Unit Roll Out First Production Robotaxi, Signalling Move to Commercial Scale in China
Pony.ai and GAC Toyota have produced the first Botzhi 4X Robotaxi and plan to deploy around a thousand vehicles in China’s top cities in 2026. The move signals a shift from pilots to industrial-scale robotaxi operations, leveraging Toyota’s manufacturing and Pony.ai’s autonomous driving software.
Toyota Extends Lead as Global No.1; Volkswagen Stumbles and Chinese Brands Surge
Toyota retained the world sales crown in 2025 with more than 11.3 million vehicles, extending a lead of about 2.3 million units over Volkswagen Group. Toyota’s growth, steady China performance and hybrid strength contrast with Volkswagen’s China slump and management restructuring, while BYD and Geely’s rapid rises signal a reordering of the global auto landscape.