Toyota GAZOO Racing Reveals New GR Corolla Development Vehicle [Photo Gallery]

Jarrodon April 5, 2025
GRCorollaDevelopment009
Image courtesy Toyota
GRCorollaDevelopment009
Image courtesy Toyota

Leading up to Formula Drift Long Beach weekend, Toyota teases a new GR Corolla vehicle in development. While vehicle details are yet to be confirmed, new fender vents, hood vents, and a rear spoiler can be seen through the camo, highlighting the enhancements on the horizon. Born on the track, this vehicle is expected to have improved aerodynamic performance, a bump in torque and unique tuning.

The GAZOO Racing team is still working to fine-tune this vehicle to make it ready for Akio Toyoda’s final test drive.

Stay tuned for more information coming Fall 2025.

Jarrod

Jarrod Partridge is the founder of Motoring Chronicle and an FIA accredited journalist with over 30 years of experience following motorsport and the global automotive industry. A member of the AIPS International Sports Press Association, Jarrod has covered Formula 1 races and automotive events at venues around the world, bringing first-hand insight to every race report, car review, and industry analysis he writes. His work spans the full breadth of motoring — from the latest EV launches and road car reviews to the cutting edge of motorsport competition.

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