TOYOTA CAUGHT CHEATING ON EMISSIONS WITH THEIR BIG HINO TRUCKS

EV Channels Review

The video details a significant scandal involving Toyota's subsidiary, Hino, which has been falsifying emissions and fuel efficiency data for nearly two decades. The presenter highlights the toxic corporate culture as the root cause, leading to a substantial financial loss for Hino and a major blow to brand credibility. While Akio Toyota expressed regret, the investigation found no direct management involvement, attributing the fraud to employees prioritizing schedules and numerical targets over compliance. The review also touches upon the broader automotive market slump in July 2022, with most manufacturers experiencing significant sales declines due to inventory issues, contrasting with strong performance in Toyota's Tacoma and Tundra pickup trucks. Additionally, the video briefly covers Toyota's securing of US lithium supply, a special edition Land Cruiser Prado, and updates to the Lexus UX 250h, including a new front-wheel-drive hybrid model.