4 June 2001
Toyota Announces New Marketing Manager, Toyota Fleet
Toyota GB has appointed Kevin Ledgar as new Marketing Manager, Toyota Fleet. Taking up his new role on 4 June 2001, Kevin reports to Jon Pollock, General Manager Toyota Fleet.
Passenger Vehicles Press Releases on Toyota Media Site
Passenger Vehicles
16 May 2001
New D-4D Engine For Previa
Setting fresh standards in the large MPV segment when launched last summer, the Toyota Previa is now available with a 114bhp 2.0-litre D-4D diesel engine that combines optimum performance with low fuel consumption and low emissions.
26 April 2001
Aisin, Denso, Sumitomo Electric, Toyota Plan Brake Venture
Aisin Seiki Co., Ltd, DENSO Corporation, Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd and Toyota Motor Corporation announced today that they plan to jointly establish in July a shared-technology brake development and sales company.
23 April 2001
All New Headquarters For Toyota And Lexus GB
After much anticipation, Toyota and Lexus will move to their purpose-designed new headquarters at Burgh Heath, Surrey on Monday 30 April.
11 April 2001
Keeping The Customers Satisfied
The J.D. Power and Associates 2001 UK Car Customer Satisfaction Study brings a resounding vote of confidence from Toyota drivers across the board.
2 April 2001
Thanks A Million Toyota!
To celebrate a major production milestone achievement, Derbyshire based car manufacturer, Toyota Manufacturing UK today pledged to give its one millionth car to leading medical research charity the Arthritis Research Campaign.
20 March 2001
Toyota Hilux Pickups
If you removed all the Toyota Hilux pick-ups from the UK’s roads would the economy grind to a halt? Quite possibly. Small and large businesses alike have come to depend on the rugged and durable Toyota Hilux pick-up since it was first introduced into the UK market in the early 1970s.
20 March 2001
Toyota Hiace Van
Toyota has added two new specialist vehicles to further the already strong appeal of the successful Hiace van, popular for its load versatility, safety and comfort.
16 March 2001
Toyota Appoints New Commercial Vehicle Manager
Toyota (GB) PLC has appointed Peter Howarth as its new Commercial Vehicle Manager, responsible for the company’s expanding commercial vehicle range. Peter moves to his new position on 2nd April 2001 and will report to
15 March 2001
Toyota Continues To Strengthen Its European Operations With More ‘Localisation’
Toshio Mizushima, President and Chief Executive Officer of Toyota Motor Europe Manufacturing (TMEM), today announced plans for further strengthening Toyota’s ‘localisation’ policy of building a European company closer to its European customers.
6 March 2001
Yaris T Sport – First Of A New Performance Brand From Toyota
On 2 April 2001, Toyota is launching a special high performance version of the Yaris in the UK – the T Sport.
6 March 2001
More Specification For 2001 Yaris Models
On sale now are the latest 2001 model Yaris models that offer even more specification and value for money than before.
6 March 2001
Pay 50% Less Tax On Petrol – No Matter What
Last year’s petrol protest brought the amount of tax we pay on petrol and diesel to everyone’s attention. Even the Chancellor is rumoured to be ready to reduce tax by a few pennies.
1 March 2001
New Government Affairs Role At Toyota
Toyota (GB) PLC has created a new Government and Corporate Affairs function to be headed by Michael Hawes.
27 February 2001
Toyota Announces Dedicated Commercial Vehicle Network
Toyota (GB) PLC aims to introduce a dedicated commercial vehicle centre network from next year. Continually reviewing its products and services offered to its customers, Toyota believes that the needs of the commercial vehicle customer
26 February 2001
Toyota (GB) Wins Top DM Creative Award
Toyota (GB) PLC and its direct marketing agency, WWAV Rapp Collins, have hit gold at the prestigious John Caples International Awards in New York.
24 February 2001
Toyota Not There… Yet!
No, it’s not an admission about failing to reach sales objectives – we’re going rather well, thanks – but rather to explain that we haven’t moved to our new offices yet.
22 February 2001
Spring Fever Hits Toyota Showrooms
In a bid to banish those winter blues and entice a little spring fever into the showrooms Toyota has introduced Corolla Calida Special Edition available throughout spring 2001.
31 January 2001
Toyota To Assemble Diesel Engines In New French Plant
Toyota Motor Manufacturing France (TMMF) will begin assembly of diesel engines from the beginning of 2003.
31 January 2001
Toyota Motor Manufacturing France Starts Production
Valenciennes, northern France – Toyota Motor Manufacturing France (TMMF) celebrates the first Toyota Yaris built in Europe at its new plant in Valenciennes, on 31 January 2001.
24 January 2001
More Power And Torque For Less
Toyota’s highly acclaimed D-4D direct injection, common rail diesel engine technology is now moving up from the Avensis and Corolla to the rugged Land Cruiser Colorado off-roader.
11 December 2000
And So This Is Christmas…
January kicked off with the new-look Corolla with low maintenance, high efficiency VVT-i engines followed – quickly – by the grin inducing MR2 Roadster.
7 December 2000
Toyota Appoints Dr. Takis Athanasopoulos As Executive Vice President And Chief Operating Officer
On 2 January, 2001, Dr. Takis Athanasopoulos will join Toyota Motor Europe Marketing and Engineering* (TMME) as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.
6 December 2000
Royal Recognition For Toyota Road Safety Campaign
Toyota receives royal recognition for its road safety campaign, S’Cool to be Safe, announced today by HRH Prince Michael of Kent at the road safety awards ceremony in London’s Savoy Hotel.
