Toyota Press Releases General 2009

Professional Chauffeur Services (PCS) has added 18 Toyota Avensis to its 350-strong nationwide VIP vehicle fleet. After a brief acquaintance with the diesel automatic Avensis Tourers, the company plans to buy more.

Toyota Motor Corporation in Japan has today confirmed the introduction of the Prius Plug-in Hybrid, a plug-in version of the third-generation Prius petrol-electric hybrid vehicle.

TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION (TMC) announces its production and sales subsidiary in India, Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private, Ltd. (TKM), plans to unveil a concept for a new compact car designed for the Indian market, as well as display 13 other concept and production vehicles, at the 10th Auto Expo automobile show in New Delhi from January 5 to 11, 2010.

When MOLLY MAID turn up to clean a customer’s home, they’re likely to be taking all their equipment and materials from the back of a Toyota Yaris.

The Toyota Hilux, Europe’s most popular pick-up, has undergone significant revisions for 2010 with improved performance specifications making in-demand models more readily available for customers.

Prius has gained an unlikely new admirer with Top Gear choosing the Toyota hybrid star as its City Car of the Year.

The Toyota Hilux is used to cutting the opposition down to size, not only as an indestructible pick-up, but also setting the record to become the first car to reach the magnetic North Pole at the hands of Jeremy Clarkson and James May.

One of the new generation full hybrid Toyota Prius hatchbacks, has joined the fleet of a company with leading-edge green credentials.

With its ultra-compact, utterly contemporary styling, the Toyota iQ is used to turning heads on the street. Now it’s giving businesses the chance to stand out from the crowd with a free company livery offer that makes the most of its look-at-me design.

A supplier of traffic-surveillance cars to local authorities and police forces has started trialling Toyota iQs, with a view to replacing its current small-car fleet.

The Toyota Land Cruiser has built a formidable reputation around the world for its ability to take even the most extreme conditions in its stride.

Platinum by name, silver in colour and probably worth its weight in gold, Toyota’s top-of-the-range Aygo is big on driver appeal. But for all its bling connotations, it comes with a modest price tag.

Sales managers working for one of the UK’s leading distributors of abrasive discs and accessories have been upgraded to the latest Toyota Prius five-door hatchbacks.

The new Toyota Prius has clinched its first major award, voted Japan Car of the Year by a panel of distinguished motoring journalists and industry experts at the Tokyo motor show.

On-the-road car prices are set to rise from the beginning of 2010 as the UK’s rate of VAT returns to 17.5 per cent on 1 January.

Toyota has been hailed as the “greenest” manufacturer in the auto industry’s drive to bring down average CO₂ emissions.

A trio of Toyota iQs have started work with Derby's leading letting agent – and the city cars are proving a popular and green addition to the IMS Lettings fleet.

The September plate change has seen records tumble at Toyota in its sales and market share performance both for the month and financial quarter achieving a string of new records. 

Great to own and fun-to-drive: those are the guiding principles behind a new Toyota sports car concept that will break cover for the first time at the Tokyo motor show later this month.

Toyota has delivered proof positive that not only can the new full hybrid Prius meet its official fuel consumption figures, it can do even better.

A leading supplier of renewable-energy heating products is encouraging its drivers to choose Toyota Prius hybrid cars to help reflect the environmentally friendly nature of its business.

Diminutive but distinctive, Toyota’s iQ is capturing the spotlight at the Frankfurt motor show with two bold new design studies that further prove responsible, sub-100g/km motoring doesn’t have to be dull.

With a heritage reaching back almost 60 years and with five million customers in 176 countries around the world, the Toyota Land Cruiser has become an icon of the 4WD market, its name synonymous with Toyota’s core values of quality, durability and reliability.

The new Auris HSD Full Hybrid Concept, presented publicly for the first time at the Frankfurt motor show, marks a significant milestone in Toyota’s plan to equip its mainstream European models with full hybrid technology.

Toyota is unveiling a new Prius Plug-in Hybrid Concept at the Frankfurt motor show, signalling further progress towards its ambition of building the ultimate eco-car.

The new generation full hybrid Toyota Prius has proved again to be the car of choice for Climatecars, an eco-friendly taxi service operating in London. 

Worldwide sales of Toyota hybrid vehicles have topped the two million mark, with more than 200,000 of these hybrids sales in Europe.

The Toyota Auris HSD Full Hybrid Concept will take centre stage for Toyota at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor show.

The new Toyota Prius has achieved the maximum 5-star vehicle safety rating in the latest 2009 Euro NCAP test results.

The introduction of Toyota Optimal Drive at the 2008 Paris motor show was a milestone in the development of new powertrain technologies and Toyota has wasted no time in rolling out the concept right across its model range.

“Will new Prius have LED headlights?” and “is an auto-dimming rear-view mirror available?” were two of the most frequently heard questions about new Prius’s equipment features in the lead-up to new full hybrid car’s launch.

In August 2009, greentomatocars will take delivery of the very first third generation Toyota Prius in London, which boasts improved driving performance and comfort, combined with even lower carbon dioxide emissions.

Toyota’s seven-seat Verso gains added dynamic appeal with the introduction of a 2.2 D-CAT 150 clean diesel engine with a slick, smooth and intelligent six-speed automatic transmission.

The British motoring public has shown itself eager to embrace the latest advances in cleaner, fuel efficient, full hybrid power by signing up in their thousands to buy the all-new Toyota Prius.

Toyota has expanded its engine line-up for new Avensis, introducing two new units that further strengthen the fuel efficiency and emissions performance achieved across the range.

With its full hybrid powertrain, the new Toyota Prius is one of the most technically advanced cars on the market.

Lies, damn lies and statistics: everyone knows that you should take figures with a pinch of salt, particularly when it comes to playing up the virtues of product A compared to product B.

Now it has been agreed by West Lothian Council that the Toyota Prius can be licensed as a private hire vehicle, West Lothian/Edinburgh based Calder Cabs have become the first company in Scotland to run a fleet of hybrid Toyota Prius.

With almost two weeks to go until its on sale date, the new generation Toyota Prius has already scooped its first award, winning the title of WhatGreenCar Car of the Year 2009.

Toyota Motor Europe (TME) today announced plans to manufacture a full hybrid version of its C-segment hatchback, Auris, at its UK-based facility in Burnaston, Derbyshire.

Toyota has helped make maritime history by shipping its cars across the world on board a ship part-powered by solar energy.

Toyota (GB) PLC has been recognised as the top Manufacturer Partner of the Year (up to 10,000 units) at the annual Supplier Awards presented by Motability Operations, the company which manages the Motability Car Scheme.

Toyota has made some seasonal nips and tucks to its Yaris range to make it an even more appealing prospect for customers.

Beadles Toyota Maidstone, Border Toyota (St Boswells) and Minories Toyota Wearside have all scooped top honours at Toyota’s European Ichiban Customer Satisfaction Awards during a ceremony held on 2 July at the company’s regional headquarters in Brussels.

Toyota is pleased to announce the promotion of Richard Balshaw to Sales Director, replacing Michael Cole who has left the company.

Long before the first new Prius reached the showroom, Toyota had plans in place to ensure that when the car reaches the end of its useful life it can be disposed of in an environmentally responsible fashion.

Toyota’s revolutionary iQ platform is about to reset traditional thinking, with plans that the world’s smallest four-seater will serve as the basis for a new luxury commuter car to be exclusively built for and sold to Aston Martin owners.

The low emissions and fuel efficiency delivered by the new Toyota Prius in everyday driving would be of little value if they were not backed up by equally environmentally focused manufacturing.

Toyota and EDF Energy have been awarded UK government funding through the Technology Strategy Board’s Ultra Low Carbon Vehicle Demonstrator Competition to support a trial of up to 20 innovative Plug in Hybrid Vehicles (PHVs).

Inside and out, the design of the new Toyota Prius plays a key role in its ultra-efficient performance and its all-round practicality as a family car. “Minimum outside, maximum inside” was Toyota’s guiding principle.

Toyota’s iQ range is extended for the first time since launch with the introduction to the line-up of a 1.33-litre engine.

The Toyota Land Cruiser V8 has been voted number one for the second year running in the large 4x4 category at the British Insurance Vehicle Security Awards.

Full UK-specific media resources are now available for the new Toyota Prius at Toyota’s press web site, www.toyotagb-press.co.uk.

After months of anticipation, the all-new Prius arrived in the UK this week and is already on the road and on public display.

Climbing into a car that’s been parked for a while on even a moderately sunny day can be an uncomfortable experience and is likely to provoke full-blast operation of the air conditioning, using up fuel and increasing emissions.

This summer’s launch of the all-new Toyota Prius is one of the most important motor industry events of the year.

Fuel-efficient, low emissions driving does not have to confine the motorist to a one-size-fits-all driving style.

The Toyota Hiace is a cool prospect for 2009, newly equipped as standard with air conditioning.

It’s said that you get what you pay for, but where Toyota’s new full hybrid Prius is concerned, customers enjoy great deal more for the just the same price they would pay for the current model.

When it comes to environmental performance, new Prius’s achievements are not just about the fuel economy and clean running offered by its Toyota Hybrid Drive full hybrid powertrain.

The new 2009 Toyota Verso continues the winning streak of its predecessor, taking the title of Best Small MPV at the Fleet World Honours awards for the third consecutive year.

Fifteen years ago the original RAV4 created a new market segment for compact, fun-to-drive SUVs. Now it is ready to raise the bar higher with improved performance, lower emissions and even better fuel economy.

The British Army has taken delivery of a fleet of 50 Toyota Prius as part of its ongoing mission to reduce emissions of gases known to damage the environment.

In terms of scale they are poles apart, but at heart the new Urban Cruiser is every bit a true-blooded Toyota as its mighty Land Cruiser stablemate.

Toyota will lease over 150 units of its next generation Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle (PHV) to selected fleet customers across Europe as part of a three-year programme.

Toyota has achieved a significant reduction in exhaust emissions from its legendary Land Cruiser, cutting its tax liability and strengthening its cost of ownership profile.

It is said that when you are at the top, the only way you can go is down. Not so for the remarkable Toyota Prius, which this summer takes its advanced hybrid power technology and environmental leadership on to a higher level.

Toyota’s rapidly expanding UK model line-up gains another new member this week with the sales launch of new Verso, bringing more style, space, safety and advanced equipment features to the compact MPV segment.

Online retailer, TheHut.com is one of the first UK organisations to adopt the new Toyota iQ as its company car.

Toyota’s British-built Auris hatchback will be a highly attractive option for customers taking advantage of the new Government scrappage scheme.

Auris is the latest Toyota model range to reap the benefits in performance, fuel economy and emissions from Toyota Optimal Drive technology. 

The benefits of the diminutive Toyota iQ are showing business appeal as Bridgestone Tyres UK are supplying Toyota iQs as a free courtesy car to reward excellent performance among their First Stop Dealers.

Toyota has retained its position as greenest vehicle manufacturer according to a study conducted by Business Car magazine.

Early indications are that the iconic Toyota iQ is already becoming more to its owners than purely transportation.

Full UK-specific media resources are now available for the new Toyota Urban Cruiser at Toyota’s press web site, www.toyotagb-press.co.uk.

Full UK-specific media resources are now available for the new Toyota Verso at Toyota’s press web site, www.toyotagb-press.co.uk.

Toyota’s new Urban Cruiser signals a new industry milestone in achieving the world’s lowest CO₂ emissions for a four-wheel drive car.

Panasonic Toyota Racing driver Timo Glock has experienced a unique view of Melbourne in the lead-up to this Sunday's Australian Grand Prix by driving a Toyota Hilux on two wheels.

The new Toyota Verso brings high levels of safety to the compact MPV segment, providing better protection for all those on board and using intelligent design to cut the risk of injury to pedestrians.

Toyota has produced its one millionth vehicle in Turkey, a milestone that coincides with the start of production for the new third generation Toyota Verso.

Britain’s motor industry is taking a battering in the recession, even Toyota’s Deeside engine plant has not escaped the impact of the global economic downturn.

Britain’s motor industry is taking a battering in the recession, even Toyota’s Deeside engine plant has not escaped the impact of the global economic downturn.

Toyota has developed a world first rear-seat centre airbag to help reduce the severity of passenger injuries in side-on collisions.

Final discussions have taken place with our employee representatives [March 9] to maximise our efforts to maintain employment, whilst recognising the need to reduce our labour costs.

Toyota’s incredible iQ, the world’s smallest four-seat car, gains a new engine option with the addition of a 1.33-litre Dual VVT-i petrol unit with Toyota Optimal Drive technology.

The first-generation Prius was the world’s first mass-produced hybrid vehicle. Launched in Japan in 1997 and in Europe in 2000, the unique Toyota hybrid established a major industry milestone in vehicle powertrain development and sustainable mobility.

The new Toyota Verso is a no-compromise choice for compact MPV customers. It is true to what the term MPV stands for – a multi-purpose vehicle – but doesn’t ask the motorist to make sacrifices where style, comfort, quality and driving pleasure are concerned.

Toyota will unveil its all-new Verso at the Geneva motor show, a no-compromise MPV that offers more space, comfort and practicality, and benefits from the latest occupant and pedestrian safety features.

As previously announced, new Prius will be making its European debut and there will be the world-reveal of a new European-built model at an international media reception hosted by Toyota the evening before the Geneva motor show press day.

Green credentials, competitive rates and the timely launch of the new-generation Avensis with Toyota Optimal Drive have led the Royal National Institute for Blind People to switch its 80-strong car fleet to Toyota.

Green credentials, competitive rates and the timely launch of the new-generation Avensis with Toyota Optimal Drive have led the Royal National Institute for Blind People to switch its 80-strong car fleet to Toyota.

Having conquered the frozen wastes of the Arctic and Antarctica, Toyota 4x4s proved the ideal transport for Surrey Police when white-out conditions hit the county last week.

Too often motorists are expected to make sacrifices in performance or comfort for the sake of environmental considerations.

Is there no driving challenge beyond the scope of Toyota’s mighty Hilux?

Due to the transport disruption caused by the weather we are postponing all Toyota and Lexus press car deliveries and collections for Tuesday and Wednesday. 

Aygo is a success story in miniature. Since launch in 2005 this small but perfectly formed Toyota has amassed more than 100,000 sales a year across Europe, its combination of low cost of ownership, contemporary styling and fun-to-drive character making it a top performer in the expanding A-segment.

There is no questioning iQ’s status as one of the most fuel-efficient cars on the market, but a new hypermiling challenge has seen the tiny Toyota perform way beyond its official mpg figures.

Panasonic Toyota Racing will present a world premiere of its latest Formula 1 car, the TF109, exclusively online at www.tf109-premiere.com at 11:00am GMT tomorrow, Thursday 15 January.

A new chapter in the history of Prius opens at the Detroit motor show with the official unveiling of the all-new, third-generation of Toyota’s world-leading hybrid power car.

Detroit - Toyota will display the Toyota FT-EV concept on opening Media Day at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), confirming its plan to launch an urban commuter battery-electric vehicle (BEV) by 2012.