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2026 Toyota Corolla Cross

Toyota has launched a refreshed version of the Corolla Cross. It is a compact crossover SUV that debuted in 2020, and now comes with a touch of sporty spirit.

The refreshed Corolla Cross has a honeycomb front grille, modified headlights, an LED light strip, new rear lights, small fins that improve stability and aerodynamic performance. It is mounted on a set of redesigned 18-inch wheels. There is also a GR Sport package on offer, which includes a redesigned front bumper and radiator grille like the one on the current GR Corolla, and 19-inch black wheels in an exclusive Storm Gray color. The suspension has been lowered by 10 mm and tuned for a sportier handling. Power steering has been tuned, and new gearshift paddles are standard equipment. Drivers also get a choice of two new modes: Snow and Snow Extra.

The interior has also undergone some changes. It is equipped with a larger center console, a new gear lever, a wireless smartphone charger, a new 10.5-inch infotainment screen and a 12.3-inch instrument cluster.

When it comes to the powertrain, there have been no changes. European buyers will still be able to choose from two hybrid powertrain options. The first option is the Hybrid 140 powered by a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine combined with an electric motor for a total of 140 hp. For those who want more power, the Hybrid 200 option is powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine combined with an electric motor for a total of 200 hp.

The refreshed Toyota Corolla Cross will be available in Europe from the summer.

Source: Toyota

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Christian von Koenigsegg drives a Toyota GR Yaris

Swedish company Koenigsegg Automotive AB is known for producing some of the most powerful and fastest cars in the world. However, the company’s owner recently came to work in a car from another manufacturer, the Toyota GR Yaris. It is also a powerful car, but not even close to what Koenigsegg offers.

In a video posted on social media, Christian von Koenigsegg said: “Three-cylinder madness in the morning”, showing the car he drives to work every day.

Christian von Koenigsegg has been using Japanese cars since he was a student. Back then, he drove a Mazda MX-5, which he sold after his studies, but six years ago he managed to find this car and return it to his ownership.

The GR Yaris is powered by a 1.6-liter three-cylinder turbo petrol engine with 261 hp (192 kW) and 266 lb-ft (360 Nm) of torque, mated to a 6-speed manual transmission. It reaches 62 mph in 5.5 seconds with a top speed of 143 mph (230 km/h).

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Toyota will recycle vehicle parts

Toyota Motor Europe has announced that it will start a circular economy that involves recycling used parts at its Burnaston factory. The project is called the Toyota Circular Factory, and will start in Q3 2025.

The Circular Factory will operate in a way that, after inspection, some components will be returned to the market through retailers or parts distributors, while batteries and rims will be evaluated for reuse or recycling. Other components such as copper, aluminum, steel and plastic will be recycled to produce new parts. This will reduce the cost of purchasing raw materials.

Toyota expects it to become a center of excellence for future recycling operations across Europe and globally. The plan is to recycle 10,000 vehicles per year and remanufacture 120,000 parts. It is also expected to collect 300 tons of plastic and 8,200 tons of steel.

According to Toyota Vice President Leon van der Merwe, the company plans to expand this project throughout Europe and is ready to cooperate with other companies that share the same principles of environmental responsibility.

Source: Toyota