# Toyota and Lexus hybrid vehicle market expansion

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/toyota-and-lexus-hybrid-vehicle-market-expansion
> Updated: 2026-10-16T13:52:44.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Toyota and its luxury brand Lexus are expanding their hybrid vehicle presence through diverse market activities. In Mexico, September 2026 data showed varying electrification trends: Toyota reported that hybrid electric vehicles (HEV) made up 44% of its monthly sales, while Lexus saw a higher reliance on the technology, with HEVs representing 75% of its total sales.

In Canada, Toyota is increasing its manufacturing footprint by planning to begin production of the hybrid Lexus NX at its Cambridge, Ontario facility in December. This expansion follows significant investments, including several hundred million dollars for the Lexus NX. While other major manufacturers have reduced or modified their Canadian operations, Toyota officials stated the company intends to maintain long-term production in the region.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-16: Toyota to start Lexus NX hybrid production in Canada

Toyota will begin producing the hybrid Lexus NX in Cambridge, Ontario, this December, reinforcing its status as Canada's largest automaker amid shifting industry trends.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/toyota-to-start-lexus-nx-hybrid-production-in-canada

### 2026-10-08: Toyota and Lexus show divergent hybrid sales trends in Mexico

In September 2026, hybrid electric vehicles accounted for 44% of Toyota's sales and 75% of Lexus's sales in Mexico.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/toyota-and-lexus-show-divergent-hybrid-sales-trends-in-mexico

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