Toyota Media Site: Latest Press Releases
Latest Press Releases
Toyota Adapted Corolla Available for Test Drives
Visitors to the Toyota Stand at the Mobility Show will have the opportunity to test drive an adapted Corolla from 15-17 June at Transport Research Laboratory, Crowthorne, Berkshire.
Simon Weston Launches Extended Toyota Motability Range
Falklands war veteran Simon Weston OBE joins Toyota at the Mobility Roadshow on Friday 15 June at midday to launch the extended Toyota Motability range.
Toyota Increases Production Capacity Of Its New French Plant
Toyota has announced it will increase the annual production capacity for the popular Yaris at its new French plant by 20% to 180,000 units at the beginning of 2003.
“Bam Bam’s Got A Brand New Vroom Vroom!”
Kiss 100’s Bam Bam Breakfast, the top radio breakfast show for young London boasting over one million listeners every week, takes on a Limited Edition Toyota Land Cruiser as the official ‘Kiss Cruiser’ for its popular morning show.
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.
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.
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.
Councils, Constables, Buses And A Brewery Go Green With Toyota Prius
Local councils, transport services and private businesses are among the UK’s leading vehicle fleets who will be commended for their environmental contributions at this year’s annual Green Fleet Conference.
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.
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.
Toyota Hiaces Are Engineers’ Choice
Ten Toyota Hiaces have joined the service fleet of air-conditioning specialist Barrier Smith Ltd, of Forest Row in East Sussex – on the recommendation of its drivers.
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.
KLM Flies High With Toyota Fleet
The 50th Toyota car has been delivered to KLM UK Limited, under a solus agreement which saw the Dutch national airline subsidiary start switching its mixed fleet of 170 cars to Toyota last summer.
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.
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.
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
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.
Toyota Introduce New Fuel Cell Hybrid Vehicle At International Symposium
Toyota introduced the FCHV-3, its latest fuel cell hybrid vehicle (FCHV), at the International Symposium on Fuel Cell Vehicles held on 1 and 2 March in Tokyo.
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.
Run Your Own Grand Prix Team With Toyota
Toyota will reveal its all new Formula One car at the end of March. The team will spend 2001 testing around the world in preparation for entry into the World Championship in 2002.
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.
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.
New Government Affairs Role At Toyota
Toyota (GB) PLC has created a new Government and Corporate Affairs function to be headed by Michael Hawes.
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
