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Toyota Certified Used Vehicles (TCUV) has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first-ever certified pre-owned program to reach 8 million sales. The milestone sale occurred at Sheehy Toyota of Laurel with a 2024 Toyota Camry in Supersonic Red. To commemorate this achievement, Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) presented the customer with a full refund of the purchase price and made a $10,000 donation to Active Minds in their name.

TCUV, launched in 1996, has been the nation's leading certified pre-owned program for 16 consecutive years. The program requires vehicles to pass a 160-point quality assurance inspection and offers comprehensive warranties including a 12-month/12,000-mile comprehensive warranty and seven-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty. In 2024, TCUV introduced Silver Certification for eligible vehicles up to 10 model years old with 60,000-125,000 miles.

Toyota unveils the all-new 2025 4Runner, starting at $40,770 (plus $1,450 DPH), arriving at dealerships in early 2025. The 6th generation model introduces two powertrain options: the standard i-FORCE 2.4-liter turbo with 278 horsepower and 317 lb.-ft. of torque, and the i-FORCE MAX hybrid producing 326 horsepower and 465 lb.-ft. of torque.

The new lineup features nine grades, including first-ever Trailhunter and Platinum grades. Notable features include a 6,000-pound towing capacity, available 14-inch touchscreen display, and Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 standard on all models. The vehicle offers multiple drive configurations including 2-Wheel, part-time 4-Wheel, and Full-time 4-Wheel Drive.

Toyota has launched its holiday advertising campaign featuring two new commercials: 'Real Reward' and 'Naughty List,' which debuted during NBCUniversal's 'Christmas in Rockefeller Center' broadcasts. 'Real Reward' showcases a couple helping return a lost dog using their 2025 Tacoma, while 'Naughty List' features a father-son story in a 2024 Tundra.

The company is partnering with Best Friends Animal Society to support nationwide shelter animal adoption efforts. The campaign will run across multiple platforms including NBC, Telemundo, and various digital channels through January 6, 2025, as part of the Toyotathon December Sales Event.

Toyota Motor North America has released its 2024 North American Environmental Sustainability Report, highlighting significant progress across four priority areas. The report shows that 77% of Toyota and Lexus models now have electrified options, with a 14% reduction in operations-related greenhouse gas emissions versus FY2019. Notable achievements include a 6.8% decrease in water usage per vehicle, 93% waste recycling rate, and development of 4,094.5 additional acres of pollinator habitat.

The report outlines Toyota's environmental strategy aligned with UN SDGs and Challenge 2050, focusing on Carbon, Water, Circular Economy, and Biodiversity initiatives. The company operates 14 manufacturing plants in North America, employing nearly 64,000 people, and plans to begin automotive battery production in North Carolina by 2025.

Toyota showcases its diverse vehicle lineup at SEMA 2024 in Las Vegas, featuring unique specialty builds and enhanced models with Toyota Associated Accessory Products (AAP). The exhibit includes several concept vehicles like the 4Runner TRD Surf Concept, CALTY Land Cruiser ROX, GR86 Rally Legacy Concept, and Ultimate Tailgate Tundra. A highlight is the new TRD Forged Billet Upper Control Arm Kit for Toyota 4Runner and FJ Cruiser models. The display demonstrates Toyota's commitment to performance and adventure across different lifestyle segments, from off-roading and overlanding to camping and track experiences.

Toyota announces updates to the 2025 Grand Highlander lineup, introducing a new Hybrid Nightshade Edition and LE grade. The Hybrid Nightshade Edition features black exterior accents, 20-inch black alloy wheels, and premium JBL audio. The value-focused LE grade starts at $40,860 for gas models and $44,210 for hybrid versions. The SUV offers three powertrain options: a 2.4L turbo gas engine, 2.5L hybrid, and 362-hp Hybrid MAX system. Notable features include adult-sized third-row seating, 97.5 cu.ft. of storage space, and advanced tech features like Traffic Jam Assist. Models will begin arriving at dealerships in late December 2024.

Joby Aviation (NYSE:JOBY) completed its first international exhibition flight at Toyota's Higashi-Fuji Technical Center in Japan. The demonstration showcased the company's electric air taxi's low acoustic footprint and emissions-free capabilities. This milestone follows Toyota's recent commitment to invest an additional $500 million in Joby, bringing their total investment to $894 million. The investment includes plans for a manufacturing alliance to support initial commercialization. Joby's aircraft is designed to transport a pilot and four passengers at speeds up to 200 mph, offering an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional transportation.

Toyota has announced an $80,000 donation to support music education programs at schools in Arizona and Georgia. The benefiting institutions include Chandler High School in Arizona, and Fulton County Schools, Benjamin Banneker High School, and Tri-Cities High School in Georgia. The initiative included a student event featuring Latin Grammy nominee Danny Ocean and Grammy-nominated composer Mali Wilson. This donation complements earlier Toyota USA Foundation grants for STEM education in these regions, part of their broader Driving Possibilities initiative aimed at providing equal access to educational opportunities and career pathways.

Battery X Metals announced significant progress in developing eco-friendly lithium-ion battery material recovery technology in partnership with a Global Top 20 University. Their proprietary froth flotation process showed promising results in recovering battery-grade materials from black mass, with initial tests achieving approximately 45% graphite separation. Multi-stage flotation protocols demonstrated more efficient material separation than single-stage methods. The company plans to pursue provisional patents and aims to license this technology to battery recyclers, adopting a low-capex, scalable business model.