Toyota to Unveil Highlander Hybrid SUV and Full-Size Pick-Up Truck Concept At The North American International Auto Show

TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 9, 2003 -- Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., will debut the Highlander hybrid midsize sport utility vehicle (SUV) and an all new full-size pick-up truck concept at a press conference at the 2004 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

The Highlander hybrid will join the popular Prius sedan as the second vehicle in the Toyota Division model lineup to feature Hybrid Synergy Drive. The Highlander gas-electric hybrid will launch in late 2004. The new full- size pick-up concept will offer a glimpse into the future direction of Toyota trucks.

The press conference will be held at 1:55 p.m. EST, Sunday, Jan. 4 at the Riverfront Ballroom in COBO Center.

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