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Toyota Motor North America announced a $1 billion investment in its Kentucky and Indiana manufacturing facilities to address diverse U.S. customer demands. The investment forms part of the company's previously announced $10 billion five-year U.S. capital commitment. This initiative reinforces Toyota's "best-in-town" strategy emphasizing localized production, community engagement, and multi-pathway product diversification. Toyota currently operates 11 U.S. manufacturing plants, employing approximately 50,000 team members and having produced over 35 million vehicles domestically.

Spy shots of the domestically-produced Mercedes-Benz C-Class battery electric vehicle have emerged, revealing the model is built on the 800V MB.EA dedicated electric architecture with a planned year-end launch. Compared to the international variant, the domestic version features extended C-pillar and rear quarter window modifications to enlarge rear window dimensions and improve rear passenger space, while maintaining identical front and rear fascia designs. The global debut is scheduled for April.

Toyota Gazoo Racing announced the GR Heritage Parts Project will reproduce the A80 Supra instrument panel, targeting an autumn 2026 release. The initiative reproduces discontinued genuine parts using modern materials and manufacturing methods to extend the lifespan of classic Toyota vehicles, currently offering over 300 parts across eight models. The dashboard reproduction addresses age-related shrinkage and cracking while faithfully recreating the original embossed grain finish. Distribution will occur through GR Garage locations, Toyota dealerships and JMS outlets with installation services. A restored A80 Supra utilizing available GR Heritage Parts will be exhibited at Automobile Council 2026 from April 10-12 at Makuhari Messe alongside an AE86 restored at GR Garage Mito Keyakidai.

SAIC Roewe has officially unveiled interior images of the all-new i6 compact sedan, scheduled for April launch. The cabin features 75.49% soft-touch material coverage, a 15.6-inch 2.5K floating central touchscreen powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8155 automotive-grade chip, wireless charging pad and column-mounted gear selector. Exteriors adopt the "Radiant Pearl" design language with a vertical-slat grille and full-width LED DRLs. Measuring 4,767 mm in length with a 2,755 mm wheelbase, the vehicle features a through-type taillight design and ducktail spoiler. Power comes from a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine.

The Toyota FJ has officially launched in Thailand, featuring a rugged, boxy design paying homage to the FJ Cruiser with C-shaped DRLs, optional retro round lights and an octagonal side-opening tailgate with external spare wheel. The interior adopts the Hilux Champ theme with a 7-inch instrument panel, 12.3-inch touchscreen and military-style MOLLE panels in the cargo area. Power comes from a 2TR-FE 2.7-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder producing 166 PS and 245 Nm, paired with a six-speed automatic and part-time 4WD with low range. Enhanced body rigidity and extensive off-road testing ensure authentic all-terrain capability.

The Geely EX5 Thailand variant debuts at the 2026 Bangkok International Motor Show featuring a new 70.26 kWh battery pack, extending NEDC-rated range to 550 km (approximately 460 km WLTP) from the previous 490 km. DC fast charging capability remains at 100 kW with 30-80% charging completed in 20 minutes, while power output stays at 218 PS and 320 Nm. The larger capacity unit is expected to eventually equip the Proton eMas 7 Premium, which currently offers 49.52 kWh (Prime, 345 km WLTP) and 60.22 kWh (Premium, 410 km WLTP) options in local CKD assembly. A kitted-up EX5 with styling accessories is also on display.