Toyota Canada Inc. (TCI) reports outstanding financial health at the close of May 2026. Driven by unprecedented enthusiasm for its green technologies, the company recorded total sales of 27,704 vehicles (up 4% year-over-year)—a performance heavily stimulated by an all-time record of 19,403 electrified units sold, representing a spectacular 50.3% jump compared to last year.

These hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and fully electric vehicles now account for 70% of TCI’s overall sales. The Toyota division led the charge with 24,633 units delivered (+6.7% compared to the previous year), with electrified models alone capturing 71% of this volume. Furthermore, the next-generation, Canadian-assembled RAV4 Hybrid achieved its best sales month in history for the second consecutive period, surging by 113.3%.

Records for Numerous Models

The following models achieved record-breaking sales for the month of May:

Toyota:

• Prius family
• Prius plug-in hybrid (Prime)
• Tacoma family
• bZ
• RAV4 Hybrid
• RAV4 plug-in hybrid (Prime)
• Crown Signia
• 4Runner Hybrid
• Sienna Hybrid

Lexus:

• NX plug-in hybrid
• RX plug-in hybrid
• TX family

GAZOO Racing Unveils the 2026 GRMN Corolla

Alongside these mass-market commercial successes, Toyota’s performance division, GAZOO Racing (GR), is showcasing its technical know-how by pulling back the curtain on the 2026 GRMN Corolla. Intensively developed on the Nürburgring circuit under the direct supervision of master driver Akio Toyoda (Morizo), this ultra-radical hatchback is purpose-built for the track. Primarily destined for North America, Japan, and Australia, it will be assembled as a limited edition at the Motomachi plant.

Directly inspired by Toyota’s commitment to endurance racing (the Super Taikyu series), the GRMN Corolla pushes engineering to the absolute limit. By eliminating the rear seats, the team reduced the vehicle’s weight by 30 kg compared to the base model. Its internal combustion engine sees its torque climb to 302 lb-ft (optimized between 4,000 and 4,600 rpm), supported by an intercooler spray system. Chassis rigidity was maximized through the application of over 32 meters of structural adhesive—an innovation that already benefits the production-series GR Corolla. Equipped with an exclusive suspension featuring monotube shock absorbers, Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires, and an adjustable carbon-fiber rear wing, this track beast promises a visceral connection with the driver. Pricing and final specifications will be revealed at a later date.