One of the best Toyota cars ever gets even better for 2024! The facelifted GR Yaris receives updates inside and out, including an addition of an automatic transmission for the very first time. And while David Chao was explaining the changes of the new GR Yaris at the Tokyo Auto Salon 2024, Akio Toyoda shows up in front of the camera! Watch the entire video to find out all about the new GR Yaris and the surprise visit by Akio.

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