Toyota Corolla: The World’s Best-Seller Hits 60

Toyota Corolla marks its 60th anniversary, having sold nearly one million units every year since its 1966 debut. Across 12 generations, more than 57 million Corollas have reached customers, built in 14 factories across 11 countries. The article traces the model’s rise from its early concept origins to today’s status as the world’s best-selling car. It highlights the original 1966 Corolla unveiled at the Tokyo auto show: based on a 1962 concept, it debuted with disc brakes, sport seats, multi-point seatbelts, and two-speed wipers, powered by a 1.1-liter four-cylinder producing 59 horsepower and driving the rear wheels through a four-speed manual. It later expanded beyond two-door sedans.