North American International Auto Show Announces Plans and Attractions for 2008 - VIDEO ENHANCED
Nov 12, 2007
DETROIT, Nov. 12 -- In less than 70 days, the 2008 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) will open its doors to more than 6,000 media from across the globe on Sun., Jan. 13, 2008 at Cobo Center. Recognized as a premier automotive showcase, the NAIAS will celebrate its 20th year as an international event and wi ... Continue reading
Consumers Digest Magazine Names 2008 Automotive Best Buys
Nov 1, 2007
DEERFIELD, Ill., Nov. 1 -- Thirty-six vehicles and 13 companion models received Best Buy ratings from Consumers Digest out of some-240 total 2008 models. The ratings, published in CD's December issue (on sale November 1), span 10 categories: Small Cars, Family Cars, Luxury Cars, Sporty Cars, Trucks, Vans, Compact SUVs, ... Continue reading
Scion Partners With RIDEMAKERZ to Build Customizable xBs for Kids of All Ages
Nov 1, 2007
LAS VEGAS, Nov 1 -- Scion announced yesterday its partnership with RIDEMAKERZ, an innovative new toy car customization retailer inspired by Build-A-Bear Workshop(R). The Scion RIDE, based on the new xB urban utility vehicle and the latest model in the RIDEMAKERZ lineup, was unveiled at the 2007 Specialty Equipment Mark ... Continue reading
Toyota Announces New Leadership at Lexus, Scion
Oct 11, 2007
TORRANCE, Calif., Oct. 11 -- Jim Lentz, executive vice president of Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today announced the promotion of Scion Vice President Mark Templin to succeed Jim Farley as group vice president and general manager of Lexus, the company's luxury division. Farley, who joined Toyota in 1990, res ... Continue reading
Toyota Features Microheat's HotShot in Japanese Corollas
Oct 8, 2007
Several models now offer the hot washer fluid cleaning/de-icing system FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., Oct. 8 -- Microheat, Inc., a Tier-1 supplier to the automotive industry, announced that Toyota is featuring HotShot(R), the company's revolutionary hot washer fluid windshield cleaning and de-icing system, on its Corollas in ... Continue reading
Toyota Recalling Floor Mats of 55,000 Vehicles in U.S
Oct 1, 2007
Tokyo, Sept 27, 2007; Jiji Press reported that Toyota Motor Corp. said Wednesday that it will recall the driver-side floor mats used in a total of some 55,000 vehicles in the United States. The recall covers 24,500 units of the 2007 and 2008 models of the Camry sedan and 30,500 units of the 2007 and 2008 models of the ... Continue reading
Toyota to Make More Autos Abroad Than in Japan in 2007
Oct 1, 2007
Tokyo, Oct 1, 2007; Jiji Press reported that Toyota Motor Corp.'s overseas automobile output is expected to exceed its domestic production in 2007 for the first time ever thanks to strong sales abroad, company officials said Monday. Toyota's global production in the year is likely to top 8.6 million units against its i ... 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 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
Toyota Announces Record First Quarter Operating Results
Aug 3, 2007
August 3, 2007 - Tokyo - TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION (TMC) today announced operating results for the first quarter ended June 30, 2007. On a consolidated basis, net revenues for the first quarter totaled 6.52 trillion yen, an increase of 15.7 percent compared to the same period last fiscal year. Operating income increased ... Continue reading
Toyota Reports July 2007 Sales Down From 2006
Aug 1, 2007
TORRANCE, Calif., Aug. 1 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported July sales of 224,058 vehicles, a decrease of 3.5 percent from July 2006. "The industry stumbled this month, on continued housing weakness," said Jim Lentz, TMS executive vice president. "Though Toyota didn't match last July's record-set ... Continue reading
Toyota Announces 'Sustainable Plant' Activities
Jul 23, 2007
Tokyo July 23, 2007; TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION (TMC) announced today that it plans to soon initiate "sustainable plant" activities aimed at increasing the sustainability of its production operations. The activities are to emphasize the role of nature in creating production sites that harmonize with their natural surroun ... Continue reading
Jul 23, 2007
Tokyo July 23, 2007; TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION (TMC) announced today that, starting with new models to be launched shortly, all of its new passenger vehicle models in Japan would come standard with side-impact-reducing SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) side airbags for front seats and SRS curtain shield airbags. When ... Continue reading
Vincentric's Best Value in America Awards
Jul 22, 2007
Hybrids Dominate Vincentric’s Best Value in America Awards BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Michigan – January 17, 2006 – Vincentric’s Best Value in America™ awards were announced today, with hybrid vehicles leading the way. The Toyota Prius, along with the hybrid versions of the Ford Escape, the Honda C ... Continue reading
Scion Announces Pricing For All-New 2008 xD - The Third Vehicle in the Lineup
Jul 13, 2007
TORRANCE, Calif., July 13 -- Scion, of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., announced manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) today for the all-new 2008 xD. "The xD is a clever new take on the five-door urban subcompact, with style and flair to match its efficiency and utility," said Mark Templin, Scion vice preside ... Continue reading
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