Toyota Media Site: Latest Press Releases
Latest Press Releases
Two New Conversions Join Toyota’s Line-Up At The 2001 LCV Show
The new Hiace Crew Cab and Hiace LWB 14/15 seater minibuses join the full range of Toyota’s highly successful light commercial vehicles on display at the 2001 NEC Birmingham LCV show, Hall 2, Stand 2230, 20-22 March 2001.
Toyota Announces Revolutionary Diesel After-Treatment System For Passenger Cars In Europe
Toyota announced today that it aims to introduce a revolutionary diesel emissions purification system called DPNR (Diesel Particulate – NOx Reduction System) in passenger cars in Europe in 2003.
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.
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.
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.
Avensis Verso World Premiere at Geneva Motor Show 2001
Toyota’s all-new people carrier, the Avensis Verso, will make its world debut next week at the Geneva International Motor Show (Tuesday 27 February).
Toyota Celebrates 50 Years of Land Cruiser
The Toyota Land Cruiser has legendary status, outselling Land Rover by over one million units. From its humble beginnings 50 years ago, the Land Cruiser has developed into one of the most dependable and sought after brand names in off-road driving.
Toyota Formula 1 At Paul Ricard
Toyota’s first Formula 1 car will be unveiled to the world on 23 March 2001 at one of motor sport’s most historic and challenging Grand Prix tracks; Circuit Paul Ricard near Marseille in the South
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.
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.
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.
Toyota Announces New General Manager for Toyota Fleet
Toyota GB PLC has appointed Jon Pollock as new General Manager, Toyota Fleet following Mark Hall’s recent appointment as General Manager, Communications.
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.
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.
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.
Toyota GB Creates New Communications Role
Toyota GB has created the new senior management role of General Manager, Communications within the Marketing division to oversee all Toyota advertising
Toyota To Distribute Free Travel Guide For Disabled Holidaymakers
Toyota (GB) PLC has formed a unique partnership with the English Tourism Council to distribute Accessible Britain 2000/01…
New Responsibilities Within Toyota Financial Services
Toyota Financial Services announces the promotion of Assistant Fleet Business Manager Marc Schwartz to National Fleet Sales Manager.
Toyota Avensis Maintains Its Highly Competitive Position With Price Reduction Of Up To 8%
Toyota has reduced the cost of its already competitively priced Avensis by up to eight per cent (£1,250) to maintain its value for money position in the upper medium segment.
Toyota Reports First-Half Increase In Sales And Operating Income
Tokyo—TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION (TMC) today announced financial results for the six months ended September 30, 2000.
Best Approved Used Scheme For Toyota Auto Assured
Auto Assured has been voted Best Approved Used Scheme 2000 by What Car? magazine in the What Car? Good Used Car Dealer Guide October 2000.
Interior Designers Opt For Upscale Toyota 4×4’s
Top-of-the-range silver and gold Toyota RAV4s have been chosen by a new interior design company to keep its designers and management moving in style – and the vehicles are already reported to be turning heads.
Cork Buoyant About New Deal With Toyota
Cork International, one of Britain’s biggest merchandising companies, has switched to a solus badging policy with Toyota for its 200-strong light commercial vehicle fleet.
New Celica 190 – The World’s Most High Tech Engine For Under £21,000
What distinguishes the new Celica 190 from its stable mate is not immediately obvious for it lives under the bonnet, or under the driver’s right foot to be exact.
