If all of the above turns out to be true, we'll be set for a US v Canada final, just as in the women's competition.

BBC: Form favours the favourites

Toyota is banking on the success of new and restyled vehicles, including the Camry, Camry Hybrid, and Prius V, which will be joined this year by a plug-in hybrid Prius, set to be shown on Tuesday in Detroit.

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