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Toyota Introduces Next-Gen Infotainment With 5G and Local Voice AI for 2026 RAV4

The move underscores Toyota’s incremental path to software-defined vehicles.

Overview

  • The Toyota Audio Multimedia update adds AT&T-powered 5G for faster data and more reliable in-car connectivity.
  • A redesigned interface offers 10.5-inch or 12.9-inch displays with customizable widgets, a Quick Control Menu, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
  • A locally processed voice assistant no longer relies on the cloud, promising quicker responses and broader offline functions.
  • An integrated Drive Recorder uses exterior cameras to capture events or manual clips with on-screen playback and USB downloads.
  • A new EV Domain and expanded app features let drivers set charge limits, start or stop charging, and remotely control lights, trunk, and windows, with the system debuting on the sixth-generation 2026 RAV4 before a broader rollout.