TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) is making waves at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2025, held at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan, from January 10-12. This year’s exhibition highlights Toyota’s commitment to motorsports innovation, with the theme “Car-making at Nürburgring”, paying homage to Toyota’s motorsports heritage.
The event features new vehicles, motorsport concepts, GR parts, and heritage projects, alongside live talk sessions with engineers, professional drivers, and racing experts.
🚗 Key Highlights from Toyota GAZOO Racing at Tokyo Auto Salon 2025
🏁 New & Featured Vehicles
| Category | Vehicles on Display | Exhibit Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Motorsports-Bred Models | GR Yaris (NÜR 24h), GR Yaris M Concept, GR Yaris Aero Package (Prototype) | TGR Booth |
| Nürburgring 24 Hours Cars | Toyota Supra (NÜR training car), Toyota Altezza #109 (2007), Lexus LFA #48 (2014), Toyota 86 #86 (2014), GR Supra #90 (2019) | TGR Booth |
| Classic Toyota Icons | 1966 Corolla, 1960 R360 Coupe, 1967 Subaru 360, 1962 Midget | MORIZO Garage |
| Land Cruiser Custom Models | Land Cruiser (BJ), Land Cruiser 70 Overseas Custom, Land Cruiser 300 GR SPORT, Dakar Rally 2025-spec vehicle | Land Cruiser Base Display |
| Demo-Run Vehicles (Jan 12) | GR Corolla Rally Concept, GR Yaris Rally2, Celica GT-FOUR ST185 | Outdoor Venue |
🚀 GR Yaris Innovations
TGR has introduced three key updates to its popular GR Yaris:
- GR Yaris M Concept – A midship-mounted, 2.0L turbocharged engine prototype, set to compete in the Super Taikyu Series.
- GR Yaris Aero Package – Includes performance aerodynamic parts such as an adjustable rear wing and enhanced stability features.
- Circuit Mode Expansion – Now available at 77 racing circuits across Japan, enhancing performance settings and anti-lag control.
🔧 GR86 Performance Upgrades
Toyota is rolling out software updates for GR86 models (2021-2024), enhancing throttle response and downshifting precision for both manual and automatic transmission models. These GR86 Performance Software Upgrades will be available from Spring 2025 at GR Garage locations.
🛠️ GR Parts & Heritage Project
TGR is expanding its GR Heritage Parts Project, reintroducing discontinued Toyota parts to keep classic models on the road. New GR parts include:
| Product | Sales Launch |
|---|---|
| GR Mechanical LSD (for AT vehicles) | Spring 2025 |
| GR Final Gear Kit (Selectable Ratios: 3.909, 4.100, 4.300, 4.556) | Spring 2025 |
| Differential Carrier with Cooling Fins | Spring 2025 |
| GR Endurance Bumper Bolt Set | Summer 2025 |
Classic Toyota 70/80 Supra, AE86, and Land Cruiser 40 parts will also be reissued.
🚜 Land Cruiser Base Reopening
Toyota has announced that the LAND CRUISER BASE specialty store will reopen on February 1, 2025, offering:
✅ Exclusive Land Cruiser parts & merchandise
✅ Customization options & events
✅ A dedicated Toyota community space
🏆 Toyota Returns to Nürburgring 24h in 2025
TGR has confirmed its return to the Nürburgring 24 Hours endurance race after six years, competing with the evolved GR Yaris. The TOYOTA GAZOO ROOKIE Racing Team (TGRR) will also race in the Super Taikyu Series.
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