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Why you shouldn’t count Toyota out of the EV race, as the 2026 Toyota bZ4X and C-HR EV aren’t the brand’s only options for electrified dominance | Opinion
Executive Summary
Summary: Toyota cancelled the Lexus LF-ZC sedan, continuing its shift toward hybrids over EVs. However, the Japanese giant isn’t out of the race. With renewed EV interest following geopolitical disruptions, Toyota may leverage Chinese joint ventures or await solid-state battery breakthroughs to maintain dominance.
Brands mentioned: Toyota, Lexus, BYD, Zeekr, Chery, CATL, Guangzhou Automobile Group, First Automotive Works
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Why you shouldn’t count Toyota out of the EV race, as the 2026 Toyota bZ4X and C-HR EV aren’t the brand’s only options for electrified dominance | Opinion
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