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Three cars collided on the highway in the village of Kolodne after the Toyota driver entered the oncoming lane. Three people, including a minor child, were hospitalized.
Ford has unveiled the new affordable Fathom electric pickup truck, with a starting price in the United States of $28,350. The model is the first on the UEV platform, which made it possible to reduce the number of parts by 20%.
A video is circulating online in which a Toyota driver, while arguing with police, identified himself as an employee of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine. The Foreign Intelligence Service officially stated that this citizen is not its employee.
A 7. 1 magnitude earthquake in southern Japan has claimed 34 lives and disrupted factory operations, including Toyota. Chip and auto parts manufacturers are assessing damage, recovery is ongoing.
The death toll from the magnitude 6. 8 earthquake in Kumamoto Prefecture has risen to 30. Rescue efforts are being complicated by an aftershock and heat of up to 35°C.
Ukrainian citizen Roman Lavrynovych was sentenced to seven years in prison for setting fire to the car and house of Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Accomplice Stanislav Karpiuk received two years, and the arsons were coordinated by a Russian-speaking curator on Telegram.
The SPFU has put the property of Lebedev and Deripaska up for sale for 29. 2 million UAH. Auctions for the sale of seven sanctioned lots are scheduled for June 30, 2026.
The BMW iX3 crossover topped the NAF rankings, covering 780 km on a single charge in real-world conditions. It outperformed Lucid and Mercedes models in terms of range.
In May 2026, the Mazda CX-50 overtook the CX-5 due to demand for hybrids. Sales of the model grew by 107%, totaling 14,897 units in a single month.
Lexus has canceled the serial production of its electric flagship, the LF-ZC, due to Toyota's scaled-back targets. The project's developments will be utilized in future models.
In April, the share of gasoline cars rose to 39%, while hybrids increased to 33%. Demand for electric vehicles in Ukraine fell from 15% to 9% compared to last year.
BMW will release electric and gasoline versions of the M3 in 2027-2028 at the same price. The models will feature similar designs but different engine outputs.
Mansory has presented the exclusive BMW M5 P850 Pharaoh Edition in Egypt. The car features an aggressive design and an engine tuned to 850 horsepower.
In April, Ukrainians purchased 6. 2 thousand new cars, where every tenth model was a Renault Duster. Since the beginning of the year, sales have grown by 7% to 21.5 thousand units.
Toyota will present two Land Cruiser Urban Style concepts in Tokyo. These design innovations demonstrate the possibilities for SUV personalization.
Elon Musk announced the launch of the Optimus robot line in Fremont in the summer of 2026. Production will begin after the dismantling of the lines of outdated car models.
The sixth generation of the crossover received a PHEV system with a range of up to 137 km and the Arene platform. The 309 hp model is already available for order in Europe.
In January 2026, the Renault Clio became the bestseller in the European new car market, selling 14,660 units. This was due to the hybrid version and an increase in corporate sales in France and Italy.
A Kyiv resident has been found guilty of a fatal road accident that killed two people. Her acquaintance, who allowed the intoxicated woman to drive, also received a sentence.
Toyota is recalling approximately 4,400 2025-2026 Lexus LX 600 SUVs in the U. S. due to a critical software error in the 10-speed automatic transmission. This could lead to internal damage, loss of traction, and transmission fluid leaks, posing a fire hazard.
Consumer Reports experts have identified the most reliable cars of 2026, evaluating them based on performance, reliability, owner satisfaction, and safety. Among the winners are Honda Civic, Toyota Camry, Subaru Crosstrek, Subaru Forester, Toyota Grand Highlander, Lexus NX, BMW X5, Ford Maverick, Ford F-150, and Tesla Model Y.
The SBU classifies the car explosion in Odesa's Kyivskyi district as a terrorist act and has already opened a corresponding criminal proceeding.
A Toyota car exploded on Akademika Korolyova Street in Odesa this morning. A 56-year-old man was injured and hospitalized.
Toyota introduces the 2027 Highlander – an all-electric three-row crossover with updated design, interior, and technology. Two versions are available, XLE and Limited, with different battery and drivetrain options, as well as V2L technology.
The SBU has opened a criminal case under the article "terrorist act" due to a car explosion in Odesa, which occurred around 05:00 on Akademika Korolyova Street. As a result of the explosion, the driver, a 21-year-old owner of a Toyota, died.
Toyota CEO Koji Sato is stepping down after three years, to be replaced by CFO Kenta Kon. This leadership change is intended to strengthen internal governance and accelerate decision-making amidst competition.
In Odesa, a Toyota car exploded this morning, killing its 21-year-old owner. Law enforcement officers are working at the scene to ascertain the circumstances of the incident.
Hyundai Motor Co. , through Boston Dynamics, unveiled an updated version of the Atlas robot at CES, designed for integration into production at car factories. It is capable of lifting up to 50 kg and operating in extreme temperatures.
In December 2025, 12. 4 thousand new passenger cars were sold in Ukraine, which is the highest figure since March 2014. This represents a 50% increase compared to November 2025 and a 2.2-fold increase compared to December 2024, driven by the expiration of VAT benefits for electric vehicles.
The problem affects models from 2019-2025. Porsche expects to notify owners about the fix only in mid-February 2026.