Toyota, known for its legacy in gasoline-electric hybrid vehicles, is now planning a major shift towards hybrid-only models for most, if not all, of its Toyota and Lexus lineup. The company's 'multi-pathway' strategy includes embracing electric vehicles, hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, and green fuels alongside hybrids in its product offerings. This strategic shift comes following Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda's prediction that only 30% of the global market will consist of electric vehicles. The company's sales and marketing head in North America, David Christ, expressed their evaluation of moving towards an all-hybrid lineup on a car-by-car basis, with upcoming model redesigns like the RAV4 for 2026 pointing towards this direction. Toyota's move also involves eliminating gasoline-only versions in the North American market, with the Camry already transitioning to hybrid-only and other models following suit. The company is expected to introduce plug-in hybrids with larger batteries to leverage U.S. emissions rules, with a particular focus on consumer price sensitivity for entry-level models like economy cars and pickups. Additionally, Toyota aims to convert 30% of its global fleet to electric vehicles by 2030, with substantial investments in electric platforms and batteries to support this transition. Hybrid sales have already shown significant growth, with projections indicating that they will exceed 50% of Toyota's total sales volume in the near future. The opening of a battery plant in North Carolina by 2030 will further support Toyota's production of batteries for its plug-in hybrids and electric vehicles, positioning the company for success in the evolving automotive market.