Episode
April 27, 2026 | Toyota posts record sales; finding white space in powertrain segments
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- Automotive News Daily Drive
- Published
- Apr 27, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 1186
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- https://autonews.com
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Summary
Toyota posts record sales despite tariffs thanks to hybrids. Automotive News Managing Editor Jerry Hirsch makes the case for simple, affordable “appliance cars” to solve the vehicle affordability crisis. Plus, Boston Consulting Group’s Eric Jesse discusses how automakers can find “white space” to win in different powertrain segments.