Toyota tells gov't it is recalling 3.8 million vehicles, including top-selling Camry and PriusOctober 5th, 2009 Toyota formally recalls 3.8 million vehiclesWASHINGTON — Toyota Motor Corp. is officially recalling 3.8 million vehicles in the United States to address problems with floor mats that could cause the gas pedal to get stuck and cause a crash.
Toyota recalls 95,700 Toyota, Scion vehicles due to possible brake malfunctionAugust 26th, 2009 Toyota recalls 95,700 Toyota, Scion vehiclesTORRANCE, Calif. — Toyota Motor Corp.
JD Power study says Detroit automakers improve quality but foreign competitors remain on topJune 22nd, 2009 Study: Detroit lifts quality but Toyota still kingNEW YORK — Ford, General Motors and Chrysler have made strides in new vehicle quality over the last year, but they still lag behind their foreign competitors, according to a closely watched study released Monday by J.D. Power and Associates.
Toyota Innova, Corolla to cost moreDecember 23rd, 2008 NEW DELHI - Toyota's Innova and Corolla Altis models will be costlier by up to Rs.25,000 next month, the Japanese auto major said Wednesday. A company statement said the price hike decision was taken due to increase in cost, thanks to the rising dollar exchange rate.
Toyota to start leasing plug-in hybrids in Japan, US, EuropeJune 3rd, 2009 Toyota to start plug-in hybrid leasingTOKYO — Toyota said Wednesday it will start leasing plug-in hybrid cars, that are even greener than its hit Prius, by the end of this year in the U.S., Japan and Europe. Toyota Motor Corp., the world's top automaker, will start leasing 200 plug-ins in Japan, 150 in the U.S.
Toyota making hybrids in UK, Honda brings back overtime at Japan plantJuly 17th, 2009 Toyota making hybrids in UK, Honda sets overtimeTOKYO — Toyota said Friday it will start making hybrids in Europe next year, while its Japanese rival Honda is bringing back overtime to meet demand for small cars, underlining the potential of their green vehicle strategies to underpin recovery from the auto slump. As part of a growth strategy that hinges on its strength in hybrid technology, Toyota Motor Corp.
Toyota launches SUV FortunerAugust 24th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Japanese car maker Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt Ltd Monday launched its Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) Fortuner here. Priced at Rs.18.45 lakh (Rs.1.845 million) -- ex-showroom in Delhi -- Toyota Fortuner is now available in India only in its diesel variant.
Toyota to start making hybrids in Great Britain in 2010 under green strategyJuly 17th, 2009 Toyota to start making hybrids in Great BritainTOKYO — Toyota, the world's biggest automaker, said Friday it will start making hybrid cars in Europe next year as part of a growth strategy that hinges on its strength in green technology. Toyota Motor Corp.
Toyota weighing liquidation for Nummi stake after GM pulls out of joint ventureJuly 11th, 2009 Toyota considering dissolving Nummi joint ventureNEW YORK — Toyota Motor Co. says it is considering dissolving its stake in a California manufacturing plant after General Motors Corp.
Toyota rolls out first hybrid-only Lexus model with hopes green cars will boost lagging salesJuly 14th, 2009 Toyota rolls out first hybrid-only Lexus modelTOKYO — Toyota rolled out its first hybrid-only Lexus luxury model Tuesday, as the world's top automaker seeks to turn itself around by pushing the increasingly popular green technology. Toyota Motor Corp.
Toyota board votes to end contract to build vehicles at California plantAugust 27th, 2009 Toyota plans to end production at joint ventureWASHINGTON — Toyota Motor Corp. plans to end production in March 2010 at a California joint venture where it has built vehicles with General Motors Co.
GM's stake in Nummi to become part of 'Old GM,' will discontinue vehicle production thereJune 29th, 2009 GM ending Nummi joint venture with ToyotaNEW YORK — General Motors Corp. said Monday is ending its joint venture with Toyota Motor Corp.
Japan incentives on energy-efficient gadgets lifting sales at electronics retailersJune 1st, 2009 Japan green incentives lift electronics salesTOKYO — Japanese incentives for ecological gadgets are helping lift electronics sales, according to ministry and industry data, in what may be an early sign of some recovery in a recession-battered economy. Under a government stimulus package, that kicked in May 15, people who buy energy-efficient flat-panel TVs, refrigerators and air conditioners accumulate "eco-points," which the government promises will convert to discounts or trade-ins for products that have yet to be announced.
General Motors to stop making Pontiac Vibe at California plant it shares with ToyotaJune 18th, 2009 GM to end Pontiac Vibe production at Calif. plantDETROIT — The Vibe is the latest Pontiac model to be officially killed by General Motors Corp.
Toyota awaits duty relief to bring hybrid Prius to IndiaFebruary 23rd, 2009 BANGALORE - Global auto major Toyota Motor Corp is eager to bring its fuel-efficient hybrid sedan Prius to the Indian market, but wants the high import tariff (105 percent) on such cars to be lowered, a top official said Monday. 'We are showcasing Prius for the first time in India here though we have no plans to introduce now.
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