AutomobilesAutomaker plans to make next-gen hybrid batteries in coming yearsToyota's RAV4, a compact sport utility vehicle, is one of the automaker's popular models. (Photo by Azusa Kawakami)Nikkei staff writersAugust 5, 2026 23:00 JSTNAGOYA, Japan -- Toyota Motor plans to produce 10.5 million vehicles worldwide in 2027, seeking to bring the total over 10 million for the first time since 2023 on growing demand for hybrids.