Toyota Media Site: Latest Press Releases
Latest Press Releases
Britannia Opts for British Built Toyotas
Britannia, the UK’s second-largest building society, has cited British build as one reason for its decision to switch its car fleet to Toyota.
Toyota Prius Wins 2005 European Car Of The Year
The Toyota Prius has been voted 2005 Car of the Year by the 58 members of the European Car of the Year Jury. After two rounds of voting, the car was chosen from a list of seven finalists and declared clear winner after gathering 406 points.
New Top Model For Funky RAV4 Range
A new top of the range model has been added to Toyota’s funky RAV4 line up with the introduction of the luxury equipped five-door XT5 on sale from 1 December 2004.
It’s Unanimous – Construction Managers Vote Avensis
When a Tyneside building contractor and developer offered five of its managers their choice of company car, they all came up with the same answer – Toyota Avensis. As a result, Toyota has become the company’s brand of choice.
Kee Process Engineers Glad To Be Back With Toyotas
Wastewater treatment service engineers working for KEE Services are driving upgraded Toyota Hiaces – just over a year after the company replaced its original Hiace fleet with another make of van.
Finance Specialist Gets Greener With Toyota Prius
The UK’s leading provider of home credit has enhanced its green credentials with the addition of the first three Toyota Prius petrol-electric hybrid cars to its 700-vehicle fleet.
ILPH Toyotas Go On Horse Patrol
A drive for greater value for money has led the world’s leading equine welfare charity to switch much of its vehicle fleet to Toyota.
Toyota Pick-Up Up And Away
Relief agencies and charities working in some of the world’s most inhospitable locations are dependent on tough and reliable transport to reach the people they are helping, but problems can arise and vital time can be lost when it comes to delivering vehicles to those who need them.
Total Blends Toyota Into Its Mix
The Toyota badge has joined a restricted manufacturer base for the 1200-strong fleet of leading oil company TOTAL UK.
Toyota Avensis Bound For LA
One of Europe’s largest single-site recruitment companies has switched its UK sales fleet from Ford to Toyota, with an initial order for 10 Avensis hatchbacks.
Toyota Prepares Paris Premieres
Toyota will be looking to the future with two key concepts providing the focus for its presentation at the Paris Motor Show from 23 September.
Toyota Invests Almost €18 Million in France Yaris Plant
Toyota today announced it will invest an additional €17.8 million in its Yaris production plant in Valenciennes, France, in order to better respond to European parts demand.
Toyota Land Cruiser Powers Up For 2005 Model Year
Toyota’s formidable 4×4 line-up is being made even more attractive this autumn with the introduction of the 2005 model year range Land Cruiser from 1 October with enhanced specifications and stronger diesel engine performance.
Toyota Hiace – Grade Revision For 2004
From 1 September the Hiace will be available in new specification 280 standard wheelbase and 300 long wheelbase entry grades, replacing the outgoing S and SE models.
2004 Apprentice Of The Year Competition
The 2004 Apprentice of the Year Competition was held at the Toyota Lexus Academy, Nottingham at the end of July for the top Apprentices from the Vehicle Technician, Parts Advisor and Body & Paint Technician
Toyota Offers More For 54-Plate Customers
Toyota is presenting a series of great offers, new products and special features to create a big market impact for the 1 September arrival of the 54 registration plate.
Toyota Skills Competition
Michael Purcell from Toyota Edinburgh West has claimed the top honours in the Toyota Skills Competition.
Comings And Goings
As Saqib Mahmood reaches the end of his year with us to return for his final year at Leeds University, so Caroline James joins the Press Office to start her placement year.
Toyota Announces First Quarter Operating Results
Net Revenues, Operating Income and Net Income All Increase (All consolidated financial information has been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States) Tokyo—TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION (TMC) today announced operating results
Celica Blue Joins Toyota’s Sporting Spectrum
Customers for Toyota’s top-performing Celica coupe can enjoy extra style and value for money this summer with the new Celica Blue range.
Toyota Sets New Sales Record: European First Half Sales Rise 15 Per Cent
Toyota sold an all-time record of 502,016 units in the period from January to June 2004, an increase of 15 per cent over the first half of 2003.
Anatomy Of A Pit Stop
There are only three situations when TV directors will never cut to adverts during a Formula 1 race: just before the start, as the leader approaches his final lap; and during a pit stop window.
Toyota Supports The Spirit Of The IAAF World Championships In Athletics
Toyota to Be Official Partner to 10th IAAF World Championships in Athletics, Helsinki, Finland & 11th IAAF World Championships in Athletics, Osaka, Japan
Toyotas Score With Plastics Group On Cost And Comfort
Rapid nationwide expansion and unfortunate experiences with previous cars has led a major plastics supplier to rationalise its vehicle fleet – and it has started by placing its first orders for Toyota cars.
