2000 Toyota Target Champ Car

Toyota's motorsport involvement grew to new heights in 1996 when Toyota entered CART (Champ Car) competition. The manufacturer earned its first victory in 2000 at Milwaukee with Juan Montoya and went on to win five races that season, followed by six wins in 2001. The program peaked in 2002 as Toyota drivers dominated the series, finishing one-two in the championship and leading the series in every major category. Over all, Toyota-powered Champ Cars won a series-high 21 races over their last three seasons of competition.

Toyota has a rich history in motorsport racing in all leagues.