Toyota Adds Incentives to Boost U.S. Prius Sales 50%
Feb-06-2007
Toyota Motor Corp., the leading seller of hybrid autos in the U.S., is offering its first low-interest loan and lease incentives on the gasoline-electric Prius to boost sales by at least 50 percent this year. Toyota is luring buyers with interest-free loans for 24 months and three-year leases as low as $219 a month, Ernest Bastien, vice president of U.S. vehicle operations for the Toyota City, Japan-based automaker, said in an interview today. The incentives began last month and will continue indefinitely.
Thinking Big: new law opens path for Toyota takeover of Subaru
Feb-06-2007
Toyota has been eying a takeover of Fuji Heavy Industries Subaru's parent company for some time now. When General Motors ditched its 20 percent stake in Fuji back in October 2005, Toyota snapped up 8.7 percent and the two have been undertaking a series of joint ventures since.
But that wasn't nearly enough for the Toyota Motor giant that's getting closer and closer to the #1 global automaker spot with each passing day. An acquisition of Subaru would bring them even closer, if only...
2008 Toyota Highlander (and Hybrid) revealed
Feb-07-2007
Toyota unveiled the all-new next-generation Highlander and Highlander Hybrid mid-size sport utility vehicles at a press conference today at the 2007 Chicago Auto Show. The 2008 Highlander is significantly larger, quieter, roomier and more powerful than the vehicle it replaces. Yet its fuel efficiency will be virtually unchanged, Toyota says.
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Toyota reports highest ever profit
Feb-06-2007
Toyota today its highest ever quarterly profit for the three months ended Dec. 31. The Japanese automaker posted a profit of $3.6 billion — and increase of 7.3 percent — on sales of $51.2 billion.
"Toyota's numbers are super, super strong," Koji Endo, auto analyst with Credit Suisse First Boston Securities in Tokyo told the Associated [...]
Toyota Reports Record Profits and Sales in 4th Quarter
Feb-06-2007
Toyota intends to exceed its profit forecast, Takeshi Suzuki says. Toyota said net income rose 7.3 percent in the three months ended Dec.
Profits motoring ahead at Toyota
Feb-05-2007
Models such as the Camry are proving popular for Toyota Japanese car firm Toyota has said it is set for an eighth year of record earnings, after reporting a 19% profit rise for the last three months of 2006.
Chicago Auto Show: 2008 Toyota Highlander
Feb-07-2007
Just a few Chicago minutes ago, Toyota rolled out its entirely redesigned Toyota Highlander for 2008, along with its hybridized sibling.
Toyota - "Tundra Stops on a Dime"
Feb-06-2007
I'm actually a really big fan of how Toyota handled its "Tundra Stops on a Dime" advertisement this game. Considering the silliness of some of the other commercials in Toyota's stable of ads for its trucks, such as this one...
Toyota announces record profits in 3rd quarter; Ford losses go on
Feb-07-2007
For a study in contrasts, look at the news Tuesday from Toyota and Ford. Toyota posted record fiscal third-quarter earnings and edged closer to becoming the world's No.
With waiting lists filled, Toyota starts advertising the Prius
Feb-08-2007
CHICAGO: Toyota has hardly needed to do anything in the United States to sell its hybrid-electric Prius, which always had more buyers than Toyota had cars, but its sales have flattened just as the carmaker is ...
Toyota quietly puts first incentives on Prius
Feb-06-2007
Amid all the recent talk in Washington about raising fuel economy standards, Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A. was quietly trying to work off a backlog of unsold Prius hybrids by offering the first incentives on the fuel-saving hatchback. Seven of Toyota's 12 U.S. sales regions were offering a low lease payment, cut-rate finance deals or cash to the dealer for each unit sold.
What's up
Feb-09-2007
"One of Toyota's focus areas is arts and culture. As a corporation, Toyota is committed to promoting local arts and is pleased to provide this opportunity for exposure to the arts in Putnam County"
-- Museum in the Community expresses thanks to Toyota Motor Corporation of Buffalo for a recent grant made to the museum.
Toyota Drives Baja Campaign onto Handsets
Feb-06-2007
[UPDATE] Toyota has launched a video and banner-driven mobile campaign for its FJ Cruiser using footage from the Baja 1000 race.
Toyota drops subtlety for macho truck ads
Feb-07-2007
With its new full-size Tundra pickup, Toyota is not simply "moving forward," as the automaker's U.S. advertising slogan asserts.
Toyota enjoys wet final day.
Feb-08-2007
While a number of teams elected to end testing at Jerez early due to Thursday's rain, Toyota made the most of the poor conditions to complete a productive day of running with the new TF107.
Toyota revs up NASCAR competition — and tempers
Feb-05-2007
When the Toyota Camry takes to Daytona's famed speedway, it'll mark the first time that a foreign-branded car will compete full-time against the Fords, Dodges and Chevys of NASCAR's Nextel Cup series. Scott Graf reports.
Jarrett needs some help: Finding draft partners for his Toyota will...
Feb-10-2007
Via Thomson Dialog NewsEdge) Feb. 10--DAYTONA BEACH -- You'd think that with a three-time Daytona 500 winner starting on the pole in tonight's Bud Shootout, Toyota would be poised to make headlines right out of ...
Advertising: To Sell Trucks, Toyota Shuns the Subtle
Feb-07-2007
Toyota?s ads for its new full-size Tundra pickup emphasize horsepower and don?t mention the auto maker?s famous fuel economy or hybrid technology.
Toyota makes record profits
Feb-05-2007
Toyota, snapping at the heels of General Motors to become the world???s largest car maker, reported record quarterly profits as a weaker yen helped drive sales in North America and Europe.
Toyota reports 7.3 percent rise in quarterly profit
Feb-05-2007
Toyota, hot on the heels of General Motors to become the world's No. 1 automaker, reported a 7.3 percent jump on booming sales in North America and Europe.
Toyota reports 7.3 pct. rise in profit
Feb-06-2007
Toyota, hot on the heels of General Motors to become the world's No. 1 automaker, reported a 7.3 percent jump in quarterly profit Tuesday on booming sales in North America and Europe that offset sluggish demand ...
Toyota Reports Record Quarterly Profit
Feb-06-2007
Toyota, hot on the heels of General Motors to become the world's No. 1 automaker, reported a 7.3 percent jump in quarterly profit Tuesday on booming sales in North America and Europe that offset sluggish demand ...
Toyota reports 7.3 percent rise in quarterly profit
Feb-06-2007
Toyota, hot on the heels of General Motors to become the world's No. 1 automaker, reported a 7.3 percent jump on booming sales in North America and Europe.
Toyota Introduces 2008 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid
Feb-07-2007
Toyota unveiled the all-new next-generation 2008 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid mid-size sport utility vehicles at the 2007 Chicago Auto Show.
Toyota Prius Sales Incentives
Feb-06-2007
Toyota set high sales goal for their hybrid cars this year. They are hoping to sell 430,000 hybrids worldwide , with 260,000 being sold in the US alone.
Toyota rides to record quarterly profit
Feb-07-2007
Toyota reports a 19.2 percent increase in operating profit for the third quarter, hitting a record 574.7 billion yen.
CHICAGO SHOW: New Scion borrows sporty European Yaris engine
Feb-09-2007
Toyota Motor Sales USA (TMS) has pinched the platform and a new engine from the year-old second generation Toyota Yaris to underpin a redesigned five-door hatchback model for the US-only Scion brand.
JAPAN: Another read-it-and-weep-Detroit result at Toyota
Feb-06-2007
Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) on Tuesday (6 February) reported net income up 7.3% to a record 426.7bn yen for the fiscal third quarter ended 31 December, 2006.
Toyota May Post Record Profit, Sales on Gains in U.S.; Net Income to Fall
Feb-05-2007
Toyota Motor Corp., the world's
second-largest carmaker, will probably say third-quarter
operating profit and sales rose to records. Net income may
have fallen from a year earlier, when a one-time gain
helped earnings.
Toyota pushes Prius incentives
Feb-06-2007
Toyota Motor Corp., bidding to make its Prius hybrid a mainstream vehicle, is offering its first low-interest loan and lease incentives to boost the model's U.S. sales by at least 50 percent.
Toyota Q3 beats expectations on sales jump, yen
Feb-06-2007
Toyota Motor Corp. posted a near-20 percent rise in quarterly profit on Tuesday on brisk sales in North America and Europe, and kept its forecasts for a seventh straight year of record earnings intact.
Toyota sweats U.S. labor costs - Internal Report: Slow the pay growth by 2011
Feb-08-2007
Toyota Motor Corp. must hold down growth of its U.S. manufacturing wages and benefits, which are among the highest in the auto industry and are growing faster than the company's profit margin, according to a ...
Report: Toyota taking hard look at wages, benefits
Feb-08-2007
Toyota Motor Corp. may not be immune from the labor costs that drag down automakers' earnings, according to a Detroit Free Press report.
Toyota's sales, operating profit up in October-December period
Feb-06-2007
Toyota Motor Corp posted positive earnings in the October-December quarter of the 2006 fiscal year on strong auto sales overseas, the company said Tuesday.
Toyota focusing on labor
Feb-09-2007
Toyota is working to hold down labor costs, which are expected to rise at its North American factories by $900 million in coming years, according to a confidential company report obtained by the Detroit Free ...
Toyota drives towards world's top slot after 19% profits lift
Feb-06-2007
TOYOTA is set for an eighth year of record earnings, after reporting a 19 per cent profit rise for the last three months of 2006.
Toyota Drives 'Two Roads to Baja' Campaign onto Handsets
Feb-06-2007
Toyota has launched a video and banner-driven mobile campaign for its FJ Cruiser using elements of its
Toyota Drives 'Two Roads to Baja' Campaign onto Handsets
Feb-06-2007
Toyota has launched a video and banner-driven mobile campaign for its FJ Cruiser using elements of its
CHICAGO SHOW: Toyota redesigns its hybrid SUV
Feb-09-2007
Toyota has launched a fully redesigned Highlander and Highlander Hybrid mid-size sports utility range at the Chicago motor show.
Texas-built Toyota Tundra comes to market this month
Feb-04-2007
Toyota brings its first Texas-built Tundra to market in February with 31 configurations available in a price range of $26,480 to $...
Toyota plans locally built hybrid
Feb-06-2007
Toyota Australia says it wants to build a petrol-electric version of its medium-size Camry sedan, reports GLENN BUTLER.
Toyota plans local hybrid
Feb-07-2007
Toyota Australia says it wants to build a petrol-electric version of its medium-size Camry sedan, reports GLENN BUTLER.
Toyota Announces Third Quarter Financial Results; Net Revenues, Operating Income and Net Income Reach New Records for the Third Quarter
Feb-06-2007
Tokyo, Japan, Feb 6, 2007 - (JCN Newswire) - Toyota Motor Corporation (TSE: 7203) today announced operating results for the third quarter ended December 31, 2006.On a consolidated basis, net revenues ...
Toyota Reports Record Quarterly Profit
Feb-06-2007
TOKYO -- Toyota, hot on the heels of General Motors to become the world's No. 1 automaker, reported a 7.3 percent jump in quarterly profit Tuesday on booming sales in North America and Europe that offset sluggish demand in Japan.
Toyota Reports Record Quarterly Profit
Feb-06-2007
TOKYO -- Toyota, hot on the heels of General Motors to become the world's No. 1 automaker, reported a 7.3 percent jump in quarterly profit Tuesday on booming sales in North America and Europe that offset sluggish demand in Japan.
Toyota Q3 beats expectations on sales jump, yen
Feb-06-2007
TOKYO (Reuters) - Toyota Motor Corp. posted a near-20 percent rise in quarterly profit on Tuesday on brisk sales in North America and Europe, and kept its forecasts for a seventh straight year of record earnings intact.
Can Toyota win over NASCAR Nation?
Feb-09-2007
This weekend at Daytona International Speedway, Japan-based automotive giant Toyota will be trying to cement a place in Americana. ...
Toyota Stays on Track with 7.3 Percent Gain in Quarter
Feb-05-2007
The Toyota Motor Corporation , the world's second-largest car maker, reported a 7.3 percent gain in profit in the most recent quarter on Tuesday, bolstered by strong American sales of its Camry sedan and the ...
Tennessee Governor Says Marion Toyota Plant Would Still Benefit His State
Feb-09-2007
Tennessee Governor Phil Bredesen says that, if Chattanooga in his state's southeast doesn't land a planned Toyota assembly plant, another major Tennessee city would benefit from a site just ac...
A Look Into the News on Eastman Kodak (EK), Lear (LEA), and Toyota (TM)
Feb-06-2007
Straight from the annals of the web right to your computer, today's list of headlines and articles taking the Internet by storm include Eastman Kodak (EK), Lear (LEA), and Toyota (TM)...()
Industry News: VitalStream to Power Web Site for Toyota Hybrid Community
Feb-06-2007
Saatchi & Saatchi LA Selects VitalStream's Flash Video Streaming for Interactive Online Toyota Hybrid Synergy Drive (HSD) "Reasons" Campaign
Toyota in driving seat
Feb-07-2007
RECORD third-quarter profit at Toyota, boosted by strong sales of the Camry and the Yaris compact, helped maintain the Japanese firm's pressure on key US rival General Motors as it bids to become the world's number one carmaker
US: Leaked report shows Toyota quality reputation concerns
Feb-09-2007
Recent quality problems at Toyota in the US may damage the company???s reputation, and slow its growth.
Toyota reports record quarterly profit on strength of sales in U.S., Europe
Feb-06-2007
Japanese automaker Toyota said net income in the quarter ended Dec. 31 rose 7.3% to 426.8 billion yen ($3.6 billion) a record ...
Toyota motors ahead on 7.3% profit rise
Feb-06-2007
Japanese auto giant Toyota Motor Corporation has reported strong international sales and a group profit increase of 7.3%, keeping the company in a strong position to overtake General Motors Corporation as the world's largest auto maker.
Toyota enjoys record profit
Feb-06-2007
In stark contrast to its US based rivals, Toyota has reported record sales and net profit for the latest quarter.
Toyota Sports All-New Tundra
Feb-05-2007
For 2007, Toyota's all-new Tundra pickup will have three body styles , three bed sizes and three engines.
Toyota Launches 2008 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid at the 2007 Chicago Auto Show
Feb-07-2007
February 7, 2007: Toyota Motor Sales , USA, Inc., unveiled the all-new next-generation Highlander and Highlander Hybrid mid-size sport utility vehicles at a press conference today at the 2007 Chicago Auto Show.
Blue Light Special: Toyota Puts First Incentives on the Prius
Feb-05-2007
Facts are meaningless. You could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true! View My AgentPage Digg It del.icio.us Tags: Though not many noticed, Toyota employed the use of incentives to increase ...
Toyota drops subtlety for macho truck ads
Feb-06-2007
DETROIT: With its new full-size Tundra pickup, Toyota is not simply "moving forward," as the automaker's U.S. advertising slogan asserts.
Toyota receives 1st test tonight
Feb-10-2007
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. -- So far, so good for Toyota. By the luck of the draw, Dale Jarrett will start his Camry from the pole in tonight's Budweiser Shootout at Daytona International Speedway.
Jarrett excited to drive in Toyota's Cup debut
Feb-07-2007
Dale Jarrett and Brian Vickers will usher Toyota into Nextel Cup competition Saturday night when they take to the track for the Budweiser Shootout at Daytona International Speedway.
Toyota reports record quarterly profit (AP)
Feb-06-2007
AP - Toyota, hot on the heels of General Motors to become the world's No. 1 automaker, reported a 7.3 percent jump in quarterly profit Tuesday on booming sales in North America and Europe that offset sluggish demand in Japan.
Toyota Relies On Mobile, Eschews TV For FJ Push
(AdWeek.com)
Feb-05-2007
AdWeek.com - Toyota used Super Bowl weekend to launch two very different marketing plans for two different vehicles.
Toyota Q3 op profit up 19 pct, keeps forecasts
(Reuters)
Feb-05-2007
Reuters - Toyota Motor Corp. (7203.T) posted a near-20 percent rise in quarterly profit on Tuesday on brisk sales in North America and Europe, but kept its full-year forecasts unchanged -- though still on course for an eighth straight year of record earnings.
Toyota Q3 beats expectations on sales jump, yen
(Reuters)
Feb-06-2007
Reuters - Toyota Motor Corp. (7203.T) posted a near-20 percent rise in quarterly profit on Tuesday on brisk sales in North America and Europe, and kept its forecasts for a seventh straight year of record earnings intact.
Toyota launches new Scion models in Second Life, real world
(Reuters)
Feb-08-2007
Reuters - Toyota Motor Co. Ltd. has launched two new models of its Scion brand -- in two lives at the same time.
Toyota reports record quarterly profit
(AP)
Feb-06-2007
AP - Toyota, hot on the heels of General Motors to become the world's No. 1 automaker, reported a 7.3 percent jump in quarterly profit Tuesday on booming sales in North America and Europe that offset sluggish demand in Japan.
2 Toyotas to debut in Bud Shootout
(AP)
Feb-10-2007
AP - Toyota will make its long awaited — but highly anticipated — debut in the Budweiser Shootout. Although the Japanese automaker hasn't ruled out winning the exhibition race, officials are approaching it as a warmup for the rest of Speedweeks.
Toyota Tundra - Seesaw (2007) 0:30 (USA)
Feb-05-2007
Third Quarter
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Agency: Saatchi & Saatchi, Los AngelesToyota Tundra - Road Test (2007) 0:30 (USA)
Feb-05-2007
First Quarter
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Agency: Saatchi & Saatchi, Los AngelesToyota Launches 2008 Highlander And Highlander Hybrid At The 2007...
Feb-08-2007
" Chicago - Toyota Motor Sales , USA, Inc., unveiled the all-new next-generation Highlander and Highlander Hybrid mid-size sport utility vehicles at a press conference today at the 2007 Chicago Auto Show.
Yonkers describe suspect in man's shooting
Feb-07-2007
YONKERS - Police were looking for a man driving a gray Toyota Camry in connection with a shooting in the Nodine Hill section.
Execs & Accounts for February 5, 2007
Feb-06-2007
VitalStream to power online community for Toyota Hybrid; Fathom Online names execs; LinkedIn gets new CEO.
Execs & Accounts for February 5, 2007
Feb-06-2007
VitalStream to power online community for Toyota Hybrid; Fathom Online names execs; LinkedIn gets new CEO.
Toyota Scions launched in 'Second Life,' real world
Feb-09-2007
Two versions of the car displayed at auto show and in virtual showroom called "Scion City." Virtual Scion is only $1.
McGrady Leads Rockets to Rout of T'Wolves
Feb-06-2007
Tracy McGrady poured in 32 points as the Houston Rockets eased past the Minnesota Timberwolves, 105-77, at the Toyota Center.
News from the Chicago Auto Show
Feb-07-2007
Toyota Motor Corp. unveiled an all-new Highlander midsize sport utility vehicle that's a little sleeker and less boxy than the current model.
2007 Sees Drivers On The Move
Feb-06-2007
This year the addition of the new Toyota teams has really scrambled the driver lineup. Do you know who will be driving the 00, 01, 6, 13, 15, 19, 21,...
TINT ZONE SOCAL (rowland heights)
Feb-07-2007
This is my second time getting my tint done at TINT ZONE. My first car was my ex-gf Toyota Solara coupe and my Lexus IS300.
Highly recommend their...
Rockets, T'wolves Square Off In Texas
Feb-05-2007
The struggling Minnesota Timberwolves try to put the brakes on a three-game losing streak when they visit the Houston Rockets tonight at the Toyota Center.
2009 Toyota Prius: Spy Report
Feb-07-2007
The inside word from Japan is that the '09 version of the landmark hybrid will deliver both better fuel economy and more power.
Woman injured in rollover crash
Feb-05-2007
ROUND PRAIRIE: A Myrtle Creek woman was seriously injured Saturday when the Toyota pickup she was driving crashed down an embankment on Highway 99 South.
Drunk driver jailed after rolling pickup
Feb-06-2007
Roseburg Police say about 9:00 Sunday night, Scrivner lost control of his 2005 Toyota pickup and hit the curb, rolling the pickup on its side.
Drunk driver jailed after rolling pickup
Feb-05-2007
Roseburg Police say about 9:00 last night, Scrivner lost control of his 2005 Toyota pickup and hit the curb, rolling the pickup on its side.
Nikkei edges down on techs, Toyota gains ground
(Reuters)
Feb-06-2007
Reuters - The Nikkei share average edged down 0.22
percent at the start of trade on Wednesday as tech stocks such
as Advantest Corp. extended recent losses on concern about
their earnings outlook.
Toyota's Scion parks in Second Life
Feb-08-2007
Read full story for latest details.
Police ID Toms River man killed in North Jersey crash
Feb-05-2007
Police have identified the 21-year-old Toms River man who died when his 2002 Toyota Camry veered off Route 24 and crashed into a tree at about 3 p.m. Sunday.
Cops identify Toms River man killed in car crash
Feb-06-2007
Police have identified Abhishek Vij as the 21-year-old Toms River man who died when his 2002 Toyota Camry veered off Route 24 and crashed into a tree at about 3 p.m. Sunday.
Toyota Uses Philips 3D Display Technology to Launch New Auris in Shopping Centres
Feb-07-2007
Philips innovative 3D technology delivers stunning out-of-screen 3D effects without the need for special glasses, whereby objects virtually fly in front of the screen. [PRWEB Feb 7, 2007]
Suspects Arrested In Connection With Walmart Assault
Feb-10-2007
Opinion250 News, Canada -Constable Gary Godwin says the two suspects were located in a stolen red Toyota Echo in the parking lot near Staples Office Supplies, off Winnipeg Street. ...
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Auto malls benefit each other, 2 cities plan 2 different complexes
Feb-07-2007
Keith Kellet, left, and Craig Damron of Big Two Toyota go over paper work at the new Chandler Loop 202 Auto Park, Gilbert Road south west of the Loop 202.
2007 Toyota Tundra - First Drive
Feb-06-2007
It's been one of the auto industry's most anticipated launches, and one of its best kept secrets.
Toyota's Big Trucks
Feb-09-2007
It has been one of the most anticipated truck launches ever, and one of the automobile industry's best kept secrets.
TTE Bumper at Ltuned Parts
Feb-07-2007
For those that are looking to get the TTE bumper, you can order it through Carson Toyota. There still is a wait time but I thought I would post it...
Southern California evaluates Valence powered EnergyCS PHEVs
Feb-06-2007
EnergyCS is converting Toyota Prius hybrids to plug-in capability using lithium-ion batteries from Valence Technology for a test with the South Coast Air Quality Management District .
Mayor's daughter acquitted in DWI trial
Feb-07-2007
Elena White, 17, was arrested in July after she was spotted driving the mayor's Toyota Prius with its headlights off.
XM Announces Extension of Agreement with Toyota and Sirius Satellite Radio Draws Stars
Feb-04-2007
City of Industry, CA --(www.FinancialNewsUSA.com)-- 02/02/2007 - Broadcasting industry news provided by Financial News USA (OTC: FNWU). XM Satellite Radio (Nasdaq: XMSR), the nation's leading provider
Pedestrian struck, killed by car
Feb-05-2007
Chicago detectives are looking for the driver of a green Toyota they say caused a deadly hit-and-run.
Bredesen Denies Pressure On Memphis Not To Back Toyota In Marion
Feb-08-2007
Bredesen Thursday denied a report that said his administration had asked Memphis city officials not to back efforts by Marion, Arkansas to land the plant.
2 Toyotas to Debut in Bud Shootout
Feb-09-2007
As Kasey Kahne navigated through traffic Friday at Daytona International Speedway, he couldn't quite recognize all the competition.
East Brainerd Garage Gutted
Feb-05-2007
An investigation is underway in the East Brainerd area involving a gutted garage and what's left of a Toyota Highlander.
Joe Klein's convenient self-history.
Feb-06-2007
The Charge is Gone: Toyota has started??offering incentives on the hybrid Prius. 11:50 A.M.
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