2007 Frankfurt Motor Show - Toyota iQ Concept - Intelligent Urban Transport Solution
Sep 11, 2007
The Toyota iQ concept, unveiled today at the Frankfurt Motor Show, marks a step change in small car design, challenging conventional thinking by being small, yet spacious and high in premium quality features. Itâs an ultra-compact vehicle that achieves exceptional space efficiency and is perfectly tailored to the ... Continue reading
Sep 10, 2007
Washington DC September 0, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that Toyota Motor Corp. is hinting that a new sports car may be on the drawing board to fill a gap left by the retirement of the MRS two-seater. "We used to have a lot of sports cars, but not anymore," said Kazuo Okamoto, executive vice president for r&d. " ... Continue reading
Toyota to Test Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles in France
Sep 10, 2007
Tokyo, Sept 6, 2007; Jiji Press reported that Japan's Toyota Motor Corp. said it will cooperate with France's state-owned power supplier EDF in testing "plug-in" hybrid vehicles. In the two-year test from this autumn, four plug-in gasoline-electric hybrid models will be tested on public roads with the use of recharging ... Continue reading
2007 Toyota Tundra 4x4 SR5 Double Cab 5.7L V8 Review
Sep 6, 2007
2007 TOYOTA TUNDRA 4X4 SR5 DOUBLE CAB 5.7L V8 As American as Pineapple Pie By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com As Toyota spars with GM over being the worldâs largest automaker they must compete head-to-head in the full-size pickup market against the icons of the segment, Ford F-150, Chevy Silverado and Dodge Ram. Th ... Continue reading
Toyota Reports August 2007 Sales
Sep 4, 2007
TORRANCE, Calif., Sept. 4 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported August sales of 233,471 vehicles, a decrease of 2.8 percent from August 2006. "Reduced credit tied to the subprime squeeze challenged consumer confidence this month," said Jim Lentz, TMS executive vice president. "We're holding our own ... Continue reading
Toyota FJ Cruiser to Enter Chinese Market in December
Sep 4, 2007
SHANGHAI - September 4, 2007: The 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be imported to China on completely built unit and sold through Toyota's sales networks nationwide, according to Guangzhou Toyota authorized dealerships in Beijing. FJ Cruiser is expected to arrive at dealer showrooms in December and sold at about 600,000 yua ... Continue reading
Top 10 Cars Most Preferred by Chinese Women in 2006
Sep 3, 2007
SHANGHAI - September 3, 2007: A recent survey shows Chinese women car buyers have grown to a record 32% of the total buyers. To meet the growing demand, automakers in China are designing and marketing cars that are attractive to Chinese women. Similar to foreign women car buyers, Chinese women prefer those small-sized, ... Continue reading
Toyota Launches 'Vanguard' SUV in Japan
Sep 3, 2007
Tokyo, Japan, Aug 30, 2007; Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announced that the nationwide launch in Japan of the "Vanguard", a new mid-size SUV, through "Toyopet" dealers and "Toyota Corolla" dealers. The Vanguard is a new luxury-class mid-size SUV with a high degree of mobility and power to spare. Not only does it offe ... Continue reading
Toyota Motor Sales Announces Management Changes
Aug 30, 2007
TORRANCE, Calif., Aug. 29 -- Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc. announced management changes for its Toyota and Lexus divisions, and Toyota Financial Services (TFS). The following executive assignments are effective immediately: David Nordstrom, vice president, TFS product and marketing, is appointed vice president, Lexus m ... Continue reading
Aug 28, 2007
Washington DC August 28, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that in the low-octane race for the environmental high ground, Honda is running a distant second to Toyota. With 110,565 sold so far this year, the Toyota Prius is outselling Honda's entire lineup of gas-electric Civics and Accords by five to one. "The Prius ... Continue reading
Toyota to Boost China Dealerships to 500 by Year-End
Aug 27, 2007
Tokyo, Aug 24, 2007; Jiji Press reported that Toyota Motor Corp. will increase its number of dealerships in China to a little more than 500 by the year's end from about 400 at present, to achieve its annual auto sales target for China of at least 450,000 units, a Toyota executive said Friday. Senior Managing Director A ... Continue reading
Toyota's 'Highway to the Future: Mobile Hybrid Experience' Puts You Behind the Wheel
Aug 22, 2007
Hybrid and Interactive Exhibits at the Minnesota State Fair Gives Attendees Hands-On Hybrid Experience WHAT: Toyota is bringing a nationwide tour called "Highway to the Future: Mobile Hybrid Experience" to the Minnesota State Fair on August 23 - September 3, 2007. The hands-on "Highway to the Future: Mobile Hybrid Expe ... Continue reading
Tundra Prove It! Lets Consumers Test the All-New 2007 Toyota Tundra at the Farm Progress Show
Aug 22, 2007
Tour lets drivers discover truck in person, while "proving" its top-of-the-line capabilities DECATUR, Ill., Aug. 21 -- Toyota is bringing its nationwide tour, "Tundra Prove It!" to the Farm Progress Show in Decatur on August 28-30th. Tundra Prove It! is designed to provide consumers with a firsthand opportunity to expe ... Continue reading
Toyota Announces Prices for 2008 Highlander Hybrid
Aug 20, 2007
TORRANCE, Calif., Aug. 20 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., announced manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) today for the all-new 2008 Highlander Hybrid. A best-in-class fuel economy and emissions leader, Highlander Hybrid with Hybrid Synergy Drive(TM) has been enhanced for power, roominess and economy ... Continue reading
Toyota's 'Highway to the Future: Mobile Hybrid Experience' Puts You Behind the Wheel
Aug 15, 2007
Hybrid and Interactive Exhibits at the Missouri State Fair Gives Attendees Hands-On Hybrid Experience WHAT: Toyota is bringing a nationwide tour called "Highway to the Future: Mobile Hybrid Experience" to the Missouri State Fair on August 17-19, 2007. The hands-on "Highway to the Future: Mobile Hybrid Experience" is de ... Continue reading
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