toyota news

Brand loyalty for Hyundai recently surpassed that of Honda and replaced Toyota, allowing Hyundai to take the No. 1 spot among car shoppers, according to the latest Kelley Blue Book Market Intelligence data.

Toyota’s Polar Hilux, the mighty machine driven by Top Gear presenters Jeremy Clarkson and James May to the magnetic North Pole, is to go on display at the 2010 Outdoors Show. The 4x4 that conquered the ice and snowfields is appearing on the stand OU925 at the show at the NEC, Birmingham from 26 to 28 March.

The current Toyota recalls have had massive effects on the automaker's sales but the issues have had less of an impact on current Toyota customers than owners of other auto brands, according to a recent survey conducted by Corporate Research International (CRI), a national leader in customer feedback and consumer insights.

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) today announced that the all-new Toyota 4Runner mid-size sport utility vehicle (SUV) has earned its highest ranking of “good” in their frontal offset high-speed crash ratings.

Toyota and the Clean Energy Partnership announced today (5 March) that Toyota has become a new international auto partner for the organisation.

However, the evaluations have found no evidence of a failure of the vehicle electronic throttle control system, the recent recall remedies or the brake override feature.

Toyota today announced manufacturers suggested retail prices (MSRP) for the redesigned 2011 Avalon sedan.  Also announced were the MSRP for 2011 Sienna models equipped with the new Auto Access Seat.

Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported February sales of 100,027 vehicles. With equal selling days in February 2009 and 2010, sales were down 8.7 percent from the year-ago month on a daily selling rate and unadjusted raw volume basis.

Toyota’s commitment to effecting a speedy and effective recall programme has enjoyed exceptional support from employees across its operations, many of whom have gone the extra mile – literally – to help.

Tired of talking dogs, comedy admirals, and Iggy Pop’s lived-in face? Toyota is taking the pain out of finding car insurance by offering one year’s Toyota Motor Insurance cover for free on its Aygo range.

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announced details of a number of quality-related matters at a press conference in Tokyo today.

Hybrid Technology Development and Enhanced Product Appeal are the leading themes for Toyota’s presentation at the Geneva motor show, represented by a range of concept and production models that will be making their first appearance in Europe.

TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION (TMC) announces the launch in Japan today of the redesigned "Passo" compact hatchback. Vehicle comes in two model styles : 'Passo' and 'Passo + Hana'

For the mid-2010 model year, the Elantra has been upgraded with an optional in-dash LG Electronics navigation unit. This system features Bluetooth and mapping software for the continental United States and has available POIs (Points of Interest) for entertainment, shopping and dining.

Toyota introduced the boldly redesigned 2011 Avalon today at the 2010 Chicago Auto Show. Evoking a time when travel was sophisticated, elegant and comfortable, the new Avalon possesses a distinctive new exterior style while offering a restyled interior rich with premium touch points and practical new technologies.

The Nissan Frontier has the strongest roof and the Chevrolet Colorado the weakest among 5 small pickup trucks, all 2010 models, that recently were tested for rollover protection by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

Hyundai Motor America has announced prices for the all-new 2011 Sonata. The completely redesigned 2011 Sonata delivers best-in-class fuel economy, an EPA-designated Large Car interior, 198 horsepower and a starting price of $19,195 for the well-equipped GLS model.

Toyota Division passenger cars recorded sales of 52,616 units, a decrease of 5 percent from last January.  Passenger car sales were led by Corolla with sales of 17,121 units for the month. Camry and Camry Hybrid posted combined January sales of 15,792 units.

Toyota Motor Sales (TMS) U.S.A., Inc., today announced it will begin fixing accelerator pedals in recalled Toyota Division vehicles this week. Toyota’s engineers have developed and rigorously tested a solution that involves reinforcing the pedal assembly in a manner that eliminates the excess friction.

Chrysler Group LLC today announced new incentives that will give consumers a level playing field when shopping our products against the competition and keep the company competitive in the marketplace.