Toyota Media Site: Latest Press Releases
Latest Press Releases
Land Cruiser Invincible: Toyota’s New Headline Act
Toyota’s legendary Land Cruiser SUV reaches new heights of style and luxury this autumn with the introduction of a new, revised Invincible grade.
Zero Heroes Lead Toyota’s Autumn Campaign
Credit squeeze, what credit squeeze? Toyota is turning the tables on economic doom-mongers with a headline-grabbing zero per cent finance offer on some of its most popular models this autumn.
Toyota To Display Sustainability Concepts At Tokyo Show
Toyota plans to exhibit eight concept vehicles at the 40th Tokyo Motor Show* under the theme: “Harmonious Drive – a New Tomorrow for People and the Planet”.
Aygo Further On Less – Again!
The Toyota Aygo successfully defended its crown as the most economical car on the roads at the 2007 AA/ALD Automotive MPG Marathon on 3 and 4 October.
From Corona To Prius: Toyota Quality Spans The Decades
A car in which seatbelts are a luxury option, the turn of a key is the only protection against thieves and anti-pollution measures are non-existent, wouldn’t even make the drawing board today, but it was with just such a model that Toyota made its UK market debut.
Toyota Concept Car iQ: An Intelligent Urban Transport Solution
The Toyota Concept Car iQ, unveiled today at the Frankfurt Motor Show, marks a step change in small car design, challenging conventional thinking by being small, yet spacious and high in premium quality features.
Toyota European Hybrid Sales Accelerate Past 100,000 Units
Toyota Motor Europe (TME) has announced that cumulative European sales of Toyota and Lexus hybrid vehicles have topped the 100,000 mark.
Toyota’s World Of Easy Listening
No more earpieces, no more fiddling with the clickwheel as you drive, no more fumbling on the floor to search for your wayward player: Toyota has come up with a perfect integration system that links Apple’s iPod directly to your car’s audio system.
Auris Leads Toyota’s Seventh Year At Mobility Roadshow
The new Toyota Auris will make its first Mobility Roadshow appearance at the 2007 event, heading a comprehensive line-up of Toyota models on display and in action on the track.
Toyota Develops Advanced Head Restraint To Help Reduce Intensity Of Whiplash Injuries
TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION (TMC) announced today that it has developed the Active Headrest, a new head restraint that reduces the stress on the neck during low-speed, rear impacts. TMC plans to introduce the head restraint
Verso Revitalised
A nip and tuck have given the Toyota Verso compact MPV a fresh look this summer, with the introduction of a bolder front bumper and new front grille that link the model more closely to the family styling of the Yaris and Auris models.
Fire Brigade Rings Changes With Toyota
More than 50 fire service staff have switched from being user-choosers to driving a range of Toyota Avensis diesel cars – and the transition has been a smooth one, says Derbyshire Fire & Rescue Service’s Fleet Manager John Millett.
Industry Commendation For Top Toyota Apprentice
Excellence in body and paint shop skills has earned Andrew Daniels national recognition as one of the best young technicians in the country. Andrew, 22, a second year apprentice with Farmer and Carlisle in Loughborough,
Toyota Gives Yaris The TR Factor
There is no midsummer madness behind Toyota’s 21 June launch for the new Yaris TR, even though motorists might be surprised by the great value it represents.
Toyota Develops Next-Generation Engine Valve Mechanism
TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION (TMC) recently announced that it has developed Valvematic, a variable valve lift mechanism created through combining VVT-i (Variable Valve Timing-intelligent), which controls the timing of intake valve opening/closing, with a new mechanism that can also control the intake valve lift volume.
Climate Of Change – Powered By Toyota Prius
Toyota’s hybrid technology combined with a carbon-offsetting programme is set to make Climatecars, London’s new eco-friendly taxi service, one of the greenest around.
Tr-iffic Quality And Value: The New Toyota Avensis TR
The strong market performance of Avensis, Toyota’s European flagship model, gains added impetus this spring with the arrival of a new feature model, the Avensis TR. It offers high specification and high value for customers with its extensive list of premium features.
Toyota Fleet Team Raise Over £10,000 In Lakeland Challenge
After competing in the gruelling Lakeland challenge on 18 May which involved running, cycling and canoeing in the Lake District, a team from Toyota Fleet has succeeded in raising an incredible £10,150 for The Wooden Spoon Society. The Society has been raising money through events such as this for worthy children’s causes in the UK for the last 20 years.
What’s Pink, Green And Growing In London?
A 100-plus fleet of London chauffeur-driven cars is going hybrid, as Pink Express takes on Toyota Prius hybrids to help it meet its ambitious environmental targets.
Superhero Status For New Toyota Land Cruiser Invincible
Superman, Spiderman and the Hulk all boast special powers, but remain the stuff of comic book and movie screen fantasy. The new Land Cruiser Invincible, however, is a superhero vehicle that’s designed for the real world.
Toyota Corolla Verso Wins Award For Best Small MPV In 2007 Fleet World Honours
Toyota Corolla Verso has won the award for Best Small MPV in the 2007 Fleet World Honours. The trophy was presented at a special ceremony held at the Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall on Thursday 17th May.
Toyota Prius Goes on National Fleet
National Car Rental has secured a major new deal with Toyota to give its customers environmentally friendly driving options in the shape of the innovative Toyota Prius. This latest deal is part of National’s ongoing partnership with Toyota and marks a shared vision that focuses on delivering a quality motoring experience whilst reducing CO2 emissions.
Hybrids Make You Happy – Prius Tops 2007 J.D. Power And Associates Awards
The hybrid power Prius – the world’s cleanest family car – is the top-ranked individual model in the 2007 J.D. Power and Associates customer satisfaction study. To be precise, it is placed equal first, alongside the Lexus IS, another Toyota group model.
Aygo Blue: A Cooler Hue For Toyota’s Urban Hero
Spring brings an addition to Toyota’s Aygo range, the new Aygo Blue, a model that offers high specification and extra style. Joining the established Aygo Black in the line-up, it expresses its blue theme in exclusive Lagoon Blue metallic paint, carpet mats and blue surrounds for the air vents and instrument panel.
