Toyota finally showed the electric Hilux at Brussels—a work truck that actually makes sense as a battery hauler. The BEV version targets fleet operators and markets where diesel is becoming untenable, not the enthusiasts who actually care about pickup trucks. Technical specs remain vague, which tells you everything about where this sits in Toyota's priorities.

Toyota's adding new security measures to combat rising theft of three of its most bulletproof utility vehicles. The Prado, HiLux, and LandCruiser are getting hit because they're simple to steal, bulletproof in resale markets, and worth real money in parts. When your security becomes an afterthought, the market tells you something's wrong.