Tag: Toyota

TOYOTA Connected Europe to bring advanced mobility services to the European market

TOYOTA Connected (TC) is expanding the global reach of its technology-driven mobility solutions with the launch of TOYOTA Connected Europe (TCEU). The new start-up company, based in London, will support the growing adoption of new mobility businesses in Europe with products and services tailored to the unique needs of the market. TOYOTA Connected North America’s… Continue reading TOYOTA Connected Europe to bring advanced mobility services to the European market

Press Releases – Urban vehicle access regulations require EU stakeholder dialogue

Brussels, 25 April 2018 – Representatives of European cities and automobile manufacturers call on the European Commission to continue to support the ongoing dialogue between all players involved in urban vehicle access regulations (UVARs). Dialogue is necessary to assess the impact of UVARs on mobility, and to achieve a more coordinated approach across the EU.… Continue reading Press Releases – Urban vehicle access regulations require EU stakeholder dialogue

Dana Named Exclusive Supplier of Driveline Components for Hino XL7 and XL8 Trucks

MAUMEE, Ohio, April 25, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Dana Incorporated (NYSE: DAN) today announced that it will be the exclusive driveline supplier for the highly anticipated Hino XL7 and XL8 Class 7 and 8 commercial vehicles.  The trucks feature Dana Spicer® D- and E-Series steer axles, SPL® 140 and 170 driveshafts, and several models of Spicer® single… Continue reading Dana Named Exclusive Supplier of Driveline Components for Hino XL7 and XL8 Trucks

A New Level of Performance and Sophistication The Next Generation of Lexus ES

After six generations of unprecedented success in the midsize sedan category, the next-generation Lexus ES is forging a new, more ambitious path. Long known for its unparalleled comfort, refinement and luxury appointments, the seventh-generation ES builds on its strengths with an all-new chassis that allows for a more dynamic exterior design and even better driving… Continue reading A New Level of Performance and Sophistication
The Next Generation of Lexus ES

Toyota to Introduce 10 New Electrified Vehicles in China by 2020

Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) announced today that it plans to introduce to the Chinese market plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) versions of its “Corolla” and “Levin” passenger cars in 2019 and a battery electric vehicle (BEV) model based on its “C-HR” / “IZOA” compact SUV in 2020. Including these, Toyota plans to introduce 10 new… Continue reading Toyota to Introduce 10 New Electrified Vehicles in China by 2020

Toyota Reaffirms Commitment to a Sustainable Future

PLANO, Texas, April 24, 2018—Toyota today released four papers that detail the company’s environmental sustainability positions in North America as it works toward the goals of its Global Environmental Challenge, which sets sustainability targets for the company to achieve by 2050. The papers detail the efforts the company is taking to minimize environmental impact, protect… Continue reading Toyota Reaffirms Commitment to a Sustainable Future

Press Releases – CO2 from new cars up as petrol overtakes diesel, 2017 data shows

Brussels, 24 April 2018 – The year 2017 saw two new and related trends in EU car registrations: an increase in CO2 emissions coupled with a rise in petrol sales, according to new data from the European Environment Agency (EEA) and the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA). According to the figures published by the EEA… Continue reading Press Releases – CO2 from new cars up as petrol overtakes diesel, 2017 data shows

Autocar confidential: Lynk&Co’s strategy, Toyota Supra, internet sales & more

​This week’s snippets of automotive news include news on Lynk&Co‘s strategy, Toyota Supra, Citroën internet sales and driving modes. Lynk&Co’s strategy:  New subscription-based marque Lynk&Co is aiming to sell cars to “people who don’t want to buy cars”, and boss Alain Visser said this approach has changed the way he recruits. The former Ford and… Continue reading Autocar confidential: Lynk&Co’s strategy, Toyota Supra, internet sales & more

Marchionne’s Exit Puts Fiat Chrysler in Play for Merger Deal

Sergio Marchionne spent the last 14 years transforming Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV through a series of spinoffs and mergers from a near-bankrupt Italian conglomerate into the best-performing U.S. automaker. His pending exit may open the door for the next big deal. Marchionne, 65, is set to start his final year as chief executive officer after… Continue reading Marchionne’s Exit Puts Fiat Chrysler in Play for Merger Deal