Automotive giant Toyota and its luxury sibling Lexus saw a decline in sales last month, following a record-breaking March 2025 that left many analysts wondering if the momentum could be sustained. Despite the dip, electric vehicle (EV) sales at both brands continued to rise, a trend that's expected to shape the industry's future. For the first quarter, Toyota's sales volume remained relatively stable, while Lexus sales experienced a slight slip. As the automotive landscape shifts towards electric power, it will be interesting to see how Toyota and Lexus adapt and whether their EV sales momentum can offset declining sales of traditional internal combustion engine vehicles.


Toyota and Lexus sales fell last month compared with an especially strong March 2025, while EV sales at the brands rose. For the first quarter, Toyota volume was nearly even, while Lexus sales slipped ...