Toyota points to high gas prices as sales in China plunge 30%, dragging down global results

Electrek
By Peter JohnsonJun 29, 2026, 10:30 am110 pts
The world’s top-selling automaker said rising gas prices and stiff competition in China were hurting demand after sales crashed 30% from last May.

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