Toyota Media Site: Latest Press Releases

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.

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.

Toyota FT-Bh Concept: Taking Efficiency to New Heights

Toyota’s FT-Bh concept, Future Toyota B-segment Hybrid, breaks new boundaries in small car efficiency. It’s as spacious as an average five-door supermini, but produces about 50 per cent less CO2, and tipping the scales at under 800kg, it weighs less than a three-door Aygo.

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.

Morgan Tests Speedworks Toyota

BTCC rookie Adam Morgan enjoyed his first taste of a Speedworks Motorsport-prepared Toyota Avensis Friday at Donington Park, the 23-year-old joining his team-mate Tony Hughes to gain some vital pre-season experience of the Leicestershire circuit.

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.

Anthony Davidson Confirmed for Toyota Racing at Le Mans

Anthony Davidson, one of the world’s most accomplished endurance racing drivers, has been recruited to drive an additional Toyota TS030 Hybrid at this year’s Le Mans 24 Hours (16-17 June). Davidson is named by Toyota Racing in its finalised 2012 driver line-up, alongside Japanese GT star Hiroaki Ishiura and Swiss Formula 1 pilot Sébastien Buemi.

These three join Alex Wurz, Nicolas Lapierre and Kazuki Nakajima, who will drive for Toyota in the FIA World Endurance Championship from the Six Hours of Spa-Francorchamps (5 May) onwards.

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.

From Clydebank to Monte Carlo – Yaris provides hero drive

A Toyota Yaris provided by Helensburgh Toyota has proved to be the perfect vehicle for reporter Andrew Gibson and photographer Stewart Robertson from the Clydebank Post to take part in the grueling Monte Carlo rally. Starting last week from Clydebank College through to Monte Carlo the journey covered 1,300 miles and took them through the Alps.

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.

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.

Toyota Confirms FIA World Endurance Championship Entry and Two Cars for Le Mans

Toyota Racing has expanded its plans for the 2012 season and entered the FIA World Endurance Championship.

The team had originally planned only to take part in selected races – fewer than required to be considered a full-time entrant – but revised its programme after unexpected changes faced by the championship. This means the Toyota TS030 Hybrid will make its racing debut at the Six Hours of Spa Francorchamps on 5 May.

First Look at Adam Morgan’s BTCC Toyota

This is the racy new look of the Toyota Avensis in which BTCC rookie Adam Morgan will make his debut in the Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship this season. Adam’s new car is being built in the Stockport workshops of Speedworks Motorsport ready for March testing, and this artist’s impression of its livery has been released as an appetite-whetter.

Ashfield In2Focus Receives Toyota Treatment

The 2012 Toyota Avensis is continuing to meet the needs of one of Toyota’s largest and long standing fleet customers. Ashfield In2Focus is the UK’s leading provider of contract services to the pharmaceutical industry, and for being such a longstanding customer – the Managing Director and Business Service Director were given an exclusive tour of the UK Burnaston plant to drive the car and see the build process first hand.

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.

Cleaner and Greener Toyota Centre Gains Global Excellence Rating For Environmental Performance

Exceptional environmental standards achieved by Jemca Enfield, the latest addition to Toyota’s UK centre network, have been recognised with a BREEAM Excellent rating, the world’s foremost buildings assessment for best practice in sustainable design, construction and operation.

Toyota Racing unveils 2012 Le Mans challenger

Toyota Racing today announced more details of its forthcoming FIA World Endurance Championship participation, including an intention to race two cars in specific races.

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.

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.

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.

Toyota Support for UK H2 Mobility Group

Toyota is pleased to be a founding member of the UK H2 Mobility Group.

New Government and cross industry programme to make hydrogen powered travel in the UK a reality

A ground breaking project to ensure the UK is well positioned for the commercial roll-out of hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles has been launched, Business Minister Mark Prisk announced today.

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.

Toyota Introduces the 2012 Land Cruiser V8

Even higher quality, comfort, luxury, and off-road performance for flagship Land Cruiser V8.