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The delays stem from a tight supply of components used in hybrid powertrains, which are largely made in Japan and shipped abroad to where cars are assembled, said two of the people, who like others were granted anonymity because they weren't authorized to disclose the information.
Sean Hanley added that even with the shift toward electrification, the biggest car marker for the fifth consecutive year knows enthusiasts still prefer the "snap, crackle, and pop" only an ICE can deliver.
The company now offers hybrid versions of all of the important models it sells (Sorry Toyota GR 86, Supra and Lexus IS, but your sales barely register).
Toyota’s been working on this transmission for a few years now, and it’s raced it extensively in Japan, both in GR Yaris rally cars and Yarises and Corollas in the Super Taikyu endurance series.
Toyota added bold design elements on the front end like a huge honeycomb grille, angular horizontal vents, a sharp hood line, and curvy headlights.