Toyota will launch a unibody small pickup in the US to compete with Ford Maverick and Hyundai Santa Cruz. Likely RAV4-based with 2.5L hybrid, AWD or FWD options and a possible PHEV for big mpg gains.

Toyota is finally ready to wade into the compact pickup fight that the Ford Maverick has largely had to itself. The company is developing a new small truck aimed squarely at buyers who want pickup ...

Automakers like Ford and Hyundai are producing small trucks that outsell other popular models. Toyota makes midsize and full-size trucks. A small truck could be a huge win for the company's portfolio.