Toyota and Lexus have revealed new zero emissions plug-in concept cars at an update of its strategy that will drive the Japanese carmaker to net zero by 2040.

A plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version of the next generation C-HR crossover was teased by Toyota alongside a public debut for its recently revealed bz EV SUV as Lexus revealed plans for a new zero-emissions RZ 450e SUV and an Electrified Sport EV supercar said to be capable of accelerating to 62mph in two seconds.

The new vehicles were showcased as the carmaker provided a progress update at its Kenshiki media forum in Brussels, outlining a commitment to achieve full carbon neutrality in Europe by 2040 at the latest.

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