Toyota First Half 2022 Production and Sales
Jul 31, 2022
Toyota Announces Sales, Production, and Export Results for the First Half of 2022 Toyota City, Japan, Jul 28, 2022 - Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announces its sales, production, and export results for June 2022 as well as the cumulative total from January to June, including those for subsidiaries Daihatsu Motor Co., ... Continue reading
Electric Drive Newsletter July 26, 2022
Jul 26, 2022
July 26, 2022 Postal Service increases EV commitment to 40% of new delivery trucks Detroit News In a Twist, Old Coal Plants Help Deliver Renewable Power. Here’s How. ... Continue reading
Jul 21, 2022
J.D. Power 2022 U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study,SM released today. The gap between economy/range is only 7 points (on a 1,000-point scale). The drop in satisfaction with economy/range also has contributed to a one-point decline in overall new-vehicle satisfaction, the first decline since ... Continue reading
"Unification Church" Statement on the Assassination of Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe
Jul 10, 2022
NEW YORK, July 9, 2022 -- The Family Federation for World Peace and Unification (commonly known as the "Unification Church") would like to express our shock and grief over the assassination of the former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family in the wake of this tragedy. ... Continue reading
Toyota Motor North America Reports U.S. Sales in June and First Half 2022
Jul 1, 2022
Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) reported U.S. sales in June 2022 of 170,155 vehicles, down 17.9 percent on a volume basis and down 21.1 percent on daily selling rate (DSR) basis versus June 2021. June 2022 sales of electrified vehicles totaled 39,965, representing 23.5 percent of total monthly sales. ... Continue reading
2022 Lexus LX 600 F-sport - Review by Mark Fulmer
Jun 18, 2022
In the world of luxury three-row massive SUVs with six figure price tags packed with bells and whistles, the new from the ground up Lexus LX 600 F-sport has not gone the route of its competition by increasing its size. ... Continue reading
Jun 15, 2022
TOYOTA, Japan, June 15 (Reuters) - Toyota Motor Corp (7203.T) pushed back against critics who say it has been slow to embrace battery electric vehicles (BEV), arguing it needed to offer a variety of car choices to suit different markets and customers.At its annual general meeting on Wednesday, the world's largest autom ... Continue reading
2022 Lexus LC 500 Convertible Preview +VIDEO
Jun 9, 2022
Last year, the LC 500 Convertible arrived on Lexus dealer lots across the country, broadening the flagship LC family with a stunning exterior design, optimized suspension tuning and an innovative soft-top roof. The LC Convertible returns for 2022 with updated suspension tuning and a more focused color palette, featurin ... Continue reading
Jun 1, 2022
Four redesigned powertrains; three electrified Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 and Lexus Interface Multimedia System with available 14-inch touchscreen Two new grades: Premium+ and F SPORT Performance with DIRECT4 All-Wheel Drive Technology RX-first available Advanced Park PLANO, Texas (May 31, 2022) – Lexus pioneered the l ... Continue reading
Toyota "Cabin Awareness" Uses New Tech For Much Needed Detection Of Back Seat Occupants
May 31, 2022
Cabin Awareness concept uses millimeter-wave radar to detect people and pets throughout the vehicle cabin Patent-pending concept introduced in prototype Toyota Sienna minivan and May Mobility Sienna AutonoMaaS shuttle Cabin Awareness technology could help prevent heatstroke deaths by alerting drivers about occupants le ... Continue reading
NEW LEXUS CAMPAIGN CELEBRATES HIP-HOP CULTURE
May 22, 2022
Lexus & CJ Wallace, Son of Christopher Wallace (a.k.a. The Notorious B.I.G.) Honor the Icon's Life at Lil' Kim's 2nd Annual B.I.G. Dinner Gala NEW YORK, May 21, 2022 -- Last night, luxury car brand, Lexus, celebrated its place in hip-hop history at the second annual B.I.G. Dinner Gala, presented by Lil' Kim in honor of ... Continue reading
2022 Lexus RX 450h F Sport AWD - Review by David Colman
Apr 28, 2022
Since its introduction in 2016, the Lexus RX has matured into a top echelon SUV that scores an impressive 83/100 on Consumer Reports rating scale for luxury midsize SUVs. Only the 389hp BMW X5, at 90/100, outpoints the 308hp Lexus RX. ... Continue reading
NHTSA RECALLS - Official Weekly Summary April 25, 2022
Apr 25, 2022
The following may apply to one or more of your vehicles if your vehicle is listed below. Click on the NHTSA Recall ID Number below to read more about the safety issue and the reason for the recall.To find out if your specific passenger vehicle is included in the recall, use our VIN Look-up Tool. ... Continue reading
Weekly Auto News Wrap-up From Larry Nutson, The Chicago Car Guy - April 17-23, 2022
Apr 24, 2022
These are this past week's important, relevant, semi-secret, or snappy automotive news, opinions and insider back stories presented as expertly crafted easy-to-understand automotive universe news nuggets ... Continue reading
U.S. News Announces the 2022 Best Hybrid and Electric Cars
Apr 22, 2022
Toyota wins the most awards of any brand. WASHINGTON, April 22, 2022 -- U.S. News & World Report, a nationally recognized publisher of consumer advice and information, today announced the 2022 Best Hybrid and Electric Cars. ... Continue reading
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