3 April 2012
Toyota Avensis Tourer – Winning is a Piece of Cake
The Toyota Avensis Tourer was named as winner in the Family Estate category in the Parkers Cost of Motoring New Car Awards, 2012.
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2 April 2012
Yaris Hybrid: Prices And Specifications Released For Britain’s Most Affordable Hybrid
The launch of Yaris Hybrid marks another breakthrough for Toyota, bringing the low emissions, refined performance and reliability of full hybrid technology to the European supermini market for the first time.
30 March 2012
Toyota GT86: Designed and Priced to Delight
With just three months to go before Toyota’s GT86 officially takes to Britain’s roads, details of the new model’s equipment specifications and prices have been announced.
30 March 2012
Toyota Hilux Conquers Antarctica On Jet Fuel
Toyota’s redoubtable Hilux continues to push the boundaries of extreme endurance, completing a marathon Antarctic journey of more than 5,900 miles, further than any vehicle of its type has managed before. And true to Toyota’s reputation for toughness, it did so without a single technical hitch.
29 March 2012
BMW Group and TMC Sign Lithium-ion Battery Collaborative Research Agreement
BMW Group and Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announce that they have signed an agreement on collaborative research in the field of next-generation lithium-ion battery cells and have begun said research.
21 March 2012
TOYOTA’S NEW APPROVED USED CAR PROGRAMME WITH UP TO FIVE YEARS WARRANTY
Toyota has introduced a new Approved Used Car Warranty programme to give even greater peace of mind and support for customers buying older and high-mileage vehicles. This reflects how built-in Toyota quality is giving owners the opportunity to purchase industry leading extended warranty cover for used cars.
9 March 2012
UK Franchise Dealers Rank Toyota and Lexus Fairest in the Market for Vehicle Warranties
The warranty services provided by Toyota and Lexus are ranked top in the British motor industry, according to the UK’s franchised car dealers. The latest survey by the National Franchised Dealers Association’s (NFDA) judged that the two Japanese brands provided the fairest warranty service for both dealers and customers in the winter period of 2011.
2 March 2012
Yaris Hybrid A Budget-beater For Companies And Drivers
The latest Toyota advanced technology for low emissions and high fuel economy motoring does not come with a prohibitive price tag, particularly for company drivers keen to keep their tax bills low. The new Yaris Hybrid, the first European full hybrid supermini, is expected to cost no more than £25 a month in Benefit-in-Kind tax for business motorists.
2 March 2012
RECAP: Toyota News Digest from the Past Fortnight
Missed out on the latest Toyota news? Catch up here and click the links to access the full stories and pictures.
28 February 2012
PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID – FROM GUILDFORD TO GLOUCESTER ON A GALLON
Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid official EU emissions and economy figures announced Prius Plug-In Hybrid combined cycle emissions of 49 g/km and fuel economy of 134.5mpg Electric Vehicle (EV) range increased to 15.5 miles compared to
24 February 2012
Toyota Delivers Market-leading Emissions Performance with the Most Affordable Hybrid in the UK
The new Yaris Hybrid shows Toyota doing what it does best, providing market-leading technology at an affordable price. Yaris Hybrid is the most CO2 efficient combustion engine vehicle in the mainstream market, at 79g/km, with fuel economy of 80.7mpg.
23 February 2012
Toyota Celebrates Children’s Visions of the Future of Motoring
With more than 1,200 entries received, there was no shortage of technical inspiration and colourful creativity from the UK youngsters taking part in the 6th Toyota Dream Car Art Contest. This year produced highly original ideas for machines that are cleaner, safer and fun to drive, not least a car built entirely from sweets.
21 February 2012
Hot looks and Cool Connections with New Toyota Aygo Fire and Ice
Regroomed and re-engineered, the Toyota Aygo has both better looks and more efficient performance for 2012. Having broken cover at the Brussels motor show at the beginning of the year, the new range is now available in the UK with prices little changed or even cheaper than the previous line-up.
15 February 2012
Toyota Steers Clear of the Queues with UK’s First In-Car TPEG Traffic Information Service Service via DAB
Britain’s congested roads can foil the best-laid journey plans, but Toyota is leading the motor industry in being the first manufacturer to offer motorists the benefits of TPEG digital traffic information using DAB technology.
10 February 2012
Future Hybrids, fun and more from Toyota at Geneva
The rejuvenation of Toyota can be witnessed “in the metal” at the Geneva motor show, with a display of future showroom and concept models, shown in Europe for the first time.
6 February 2012
Hybrid Power Made To Measure For Toyota Yaris
Inside a modern supermini every inch of space counts. That’s why Toyota had to be sure that in creating its new Yaris Hybrid, fitting a hybrid powertrain was not at the cost of room in the cabin, or in the boot.
3 February 2012
Toyota GT 86: Passion from just £24,995
Speculation about the price tag on one of 2012’s most keenly anticipated new cars can end: the new Toyota GT 86 will cost from £24,995 when sales start in June.
27 January 2012
Britain Delivers Toyota’s 400,000th Hybrid in Europe
Toyota delivered its 400,000th hybrid in Europe, a British-built Auris Hybrid from its Burnaston factory in Derbyshire.
20 January 2012
Toyota iQ: Customised Clever Cars
The Toyota iQ has always been one of the most distinctive cars on the street, given the fact its clever design delivers the world’s first four-seater in a body less than three metres long. Now iQ’s individuality is even greater with the introduction of colourful body and roof decals and a choice of vibrant leather upholstery options.
18 January 2012
2012 Toyota Prius: New Style, New Technology For The World’s Best-Selling Hybrid
As Toyota continues to introduce full hybrid technology across its core model range, it continues to refine the quality, performance and owner-appeal of Prius, still the world’s best-known and best-selling hybrid vehicle.
18 January 2012
Biggest and best Land Cruiser gets better for 2012
Following its recent unveiling at the Brussels motor show, the Land Cruiser V8 has been readied for launch in the UK on 1 March. As the ultimate Land Cruiser, the model comes newly equipped with advanced technologies for off-road driving, as well as an impressive array of luxury features. The single version has a £62,285 on-the-road price.
13 January 2012
Hottest iQ yet leads Toyota’s custom specials at Tokyo Auto Salon
The 2012 Tokyo Auto Salon – the world’s largest custom car show – gives Toyota a chance to showcase new interpretations of its models, from off-the-wall concepts to race-tuned specials.
11 January 2012
Toyota Introduces the 2012 Land Cruiser V8
Even higher quality, comfort, luxury, and off-road performance for flagship Land Cruiser V8.
11 January 2012
MEDIA ADVISORY: You’re invited – Toyota shares vision on future of urban mobility
Toyota invites you to join the inaugural Manufacturer Focus webinar hosted by ACEA’s Out Future Mobility Now project on January 12. During the live online presentation, TME will share its unique insight on the evolution
