Toyota sent out an interesting release today that outlines all the changes to all of the cars it currently sells in the U.S., from inception to the present date. OK, maybe it’s not earth-shattering to know that the 1995 Toyota Avalon was introduced to replace the Cressida, or that the Toyota Solara was AutoPacific’s “Best Car in Vehicle Satisfaction, Sporty Car,” in 1999. Still, if you’re a fan of the brand and want to know the background of its current lineup, it’s handy to have.

What’s missing are the cars that Toyota used to sell. For example, there’s no mention of the Celica or Supra and no MR-2. It’s kind of a bummer, partly because those were neat cars, and partly because it reminds me that Toyota, despite all of its success, is completely devoid of passion these days. I mean, when the sportiest car in your lineup is a Corolla XRS, well, something needs to change.

Anyhow, the entire release is reprinted for your amusement after the jump.

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