Tesla's market capitalization has reached a historic milestone, exceeding the combined value of 17 major global competitors including Toyota, BYD, and Volkswagen. This valuation disparity underscores a fundamental shift in investor sentiment, prioritizing Tesla's potential in AI and autonomous driving over traditional manufacturing volume.
Toyota is transitioning its top-selling European model, the Yaris, into a fully electric vehicle as part of a broader shift in its regional strategy. The next-generation Yaris will offer four distinct powertrains, signaling Toyota's multi-pathway approach to decarbonization while finally addressing the high-demand B-segment EV market.
Toyota has unveiled pricing and specifications for the 2026 bZ Woodland, its most powerful and rugged electric SUV to date, starting at $45,300. The model features standard AWD and a larger footprint, signaling a strategic shift toward more capable, premium EV offerings as the company expands its "Beyond Zero" lineup.