Toyota readies 'bZ' EV for North America with 25% longer range

Upgraded model will keep 'bZ4X' brand for Japanese, European markets

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Toyota Motor's bZ electric SUV will sport a sleeker exterior. (Toyota)

AZUSA KAWAKAMI

WASHINGTON -- Toyota Motor will roll out a revamped bZ4X electric vehicle in North America, the Japanese automaker said Tuesday, extending its driving range by 25% and shortening the name to just "bZ."

The new all-electric sport utility vehicle will be released later this year. The same EV for the 2026 model year was announced for Europe in March.

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