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Toyota Remains Top Automaker Despite U.S. Tariff Challenges

1/29/2026

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Toyota Motor Corp. retained its position as the world's leading automaker in 2025 with global vehicle sales of 11,322,575 units, up 4.6% from 2024.
It marked sixth consecutive year atop, surpassing Volkswagen's 8,983,900 units.
Tariffs imposed by the U.S. government are projected to reduce operating profits by 30% to ¥3.4 trillion.
Despite tariff pressure, Toyota's exports to the United States rose to 560,000 vehicles sold from January to November 2025.

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Toyota Motor Corp. retained its position as the world's leading automaker in 2025 with global vehicle sales of 11,322,575 units, up 4.6% from 2024.
It marked sixth consecutive year atop, surpassing Volkswagen's 8,983,900 units.
Tariffs imposed by the U.S. government are projected to reduce operating profits by 30% to ¥3.4 trillion.
Despite tariff pressure, Toyota's exports to the United States rose to 560,000 vehicles sold from January to November 2025.