The ???Toyota Way??? Is Translated for a New Generation of Foreign Managers
Feb-16-2007
The NewYork Times has published an interesting article about problems and solutions Toyota has found in teaching its Lean approach to western people. ???There is a sense of danger,??? said Koki Konishi, a Toyota general manager who heads the institute. ???We must prevent the Toyota Way from getting more and more diluted as Toyota grows overseas.???
Toyota Hybrid X Concept at Geneva
Feb-16-2007
Toyota???s commitment to a comprehensive vision of sustainable mobility will be on display at this year???s Geneva Motor Show with the debut of two hybrid concepts that demonstrate the wide range of personal transport solutions this technology can provide. Toyota is using the show to restate its commitment to finding and implementing solutions that make cars less of an environmental burden. Toyota???s world-leading Hybrid Synergy Drive?? technology is at the core of this strategy as it moves along the path towards the ultimate eco-car.
Toyota sees big 2007 U.S. sales jump for Prius
Feb-11-2007
Toyota Motor Co. expects U.S. sales of its Prius hybrid to increase more than 70 percent in 2007 and plans its first ever national advertising campaign focused on the vehicle, a top executive said on Wednesday at the Chicago Auto Show. Toyota expects Prius sales of more than 170,000, up from about 100,000 in 2006 when it had production constraints, said Jim Farley, group vice president marketing for Toyota Motor Sales USA.
Waiting List Gone, Incentives Are Coming for Prius
Feb-11-2007
Toyota has hardly needed to do anything to sell its hybrid-electric Prius, which always had more buyers than Toyota had cars, but sales have flattened just as the carmaker is able to produce more Priuses. So, in April, Toyota will begin its first national advertising campaign for Prius since it began selling the hybrid in the United States in 2000. Ads will begin appearing in local markets before then. Toyota has also started offering the first incentives on the Prius, including some no-interest financing, and lease deals of as little as $219 a month.
With waiting lists filled, Toyota starts advertising the Prius
Feb-11-2007
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 able to produce more of the vehicles. So in April, Toyota will begin its first national advertising campaign for Prius since it began selling the hybrid in the United States in 2000. Ads will begin appearing in local markets before then.
Toyota, Chevrolet and Lexus Dominate IntelliChoice.com's 2007 ''Best Overall Value of the Year'' Awards
Feb-11-2007
PRIMEDIA's (NYSE: PRM) IntelliChoice.com, the online source for automotive ownership cost and value analysis, today announced the results of its "Best Overall Value of the Year" awards for model year 2007. The Toyota Prius, one of four hybrids on the list, is the Best Car Value Under $23,000 for the second consecutive year. It is joined by the Toyota Tacoma 2WD, named Best Overall Truck Value Under $27,000. Overall, Toyota Motor Company comes away with a total of 11 awards, the most of any auto manufacturer. [PRWEB Feb 7, 2007]
Toyota Camry Hybrid Wins 2007 Canadian Car of the Year Award
Feb-16-2007
Toyota Camry Hybrid was declared the 2007 Canadian Car of the Year by the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC), as Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto opens. The Toyota Camry Hybrid beat nine other "best new" category winners, announced November 21st, to win the top prize. This is the first time in the awards history that a hybrid has won an overall "Car of the Year" title.
Chicago Auto Show: 2008 Toyota Highlander Hybrid, now with EV ONLY mode!
Feb-11-2007
Today at the Chicago Auto Show, Toyota unveiled the all-new 2008 Highlander Hybrid. Toyota has upgraded the control system of the new Highlander Hybrid so that they can increase the net output, which is now up to 270 hp, an increase of 55 over the first generation model. At the same time, the mileage ratings remain the same at 31 city / 27 highway. The big news, if you can call it that, is the new Full EV mode.
Remarkable Prius
Feb-11-2007
Seth Godin often talks about aiming for “remarkable” - I found this little tidbit over at Treehugger that exemplifies this.
Toyota in the US has had waiting lists for Prius’ for some time, with demand outstripping Toyota’s ability to build the vehicles. Given this, I found it quite extroadinary that:
… starting in April, Toyota will [...]
Toyota sharpening a Blade?
Feb-12-2007
Posted 2/12/2007 10:35:25 AM by motortrend_online Filed under: Car News , Toyota Toyota will replace its Matrix next spring with a new hatchback - possibly called the Blade - that will be patterned after the ...
Toyota sets sights on Mazda3 with Matrix replacement
Feb-12-2007
Posted 2/12/2007 10:35:25 AM by motortrend_online Filed under: Car News , Toyota Toyota will replace its Matrix next spring with a new hatchback - possibly called the Blade - that is patterned after the popular ...
Toyota to build new plant in India by 2010: report
Feb-12-2007
Aamir Khan poses near a Toyota Innova car at a news conference in Mumbai, India Toyota Motor Corp.
US ITC judge backs Toyota in hybrid patent fight
Feb-16-2007
A U.S. administrative judge sided with Toyota Motor Corp., concluding that its hybrid models did not infringe a patent held by a small U.S. company, the International Trade Commission said on Wednesday. Administrative Law Judge Paul Luckern said the Prius and Highlander, and other Toyota hybrids, do not infringe a patent held by Florida-based Solomon Technologies Inc., as Solomon had alleged.
Gentex: Toyota Upgrades Features and Increases Auto-Dimming Mirror Availability on 2007 Tundra
Feb-15-2007
ZEELAND, MI (MARKET WIRE) Gentex Corporation (NASDAQ: GNTX), the leading supplier of automatic-dimming rearview mirrors to the worldwide automotive industry, has announced that it is shipping a three-mirror, automatic-dimming system for the 2007 Toyota Tundra.
What's new for NASCAR's 2007 season
Feb-13-2007
Toyota: The first foreign manufacturer to compete in full-time Cup competition will field seven cars. Toyota's entry, which was announced more than a year ago, has been polarizing in the garage and among fans.
Toyota: Battling American Backlash Posted By : Anthony Fontanelle
Feb-13-2007
Toyota, like other auto giants, is battling backlash in the United States to save its standing in the industry. The automaker cited social and political risks as the reasons behind said backlash.
Early look: Toyota Hybrid X concept
Feb-14-2007
Toyota will use the Geneva Motor Show next month to showcase the Hybrid X ??? a concept car that proposes a new design language for hybrid models while also acting as a technology showcase for future hybrid cars. The company has released a single teaser image showing a rear section of the concept.
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Toyota to Introduce New Lexus Hybrids to Korea
Feb-13-2007
Toyota Motor Korea said Tuesday that it aims to sell 7,000 Lexus cars in Korea this year, while stepping up efforts to spread hybrid models here. Hybrid cars run on both gasoline and electricity, resu...
JAPAN: Toyota denies "concrete" plans for new India plant
Feb-13-2007
Toyota Motor Corporation has said it has ???no concrete plans??? to build a new factory in India, it was reported.
Toyota to build new plant in India by 2010: report
Feb-11-2007
Toyota Motor Corp. plans to build a new plant by 2010 in southern Indian concentrating on inexpensive, smaller model cars, the Nikkei business daily reported on Monday.
Toyota concerned about backlash from U.S. growth
Feb-12-2007
Toyota Motor Corp. has concerns that its U.S. growth could cause political and consumer backlash, according to a confidential company report obtained by the Detroit Free Press.
Toyota offers incentives on hybrid Prius
Feb-16-2007
Toyota Motor Corp. has begun offering incentives on its Prius hybrid because U.S. sales of the once-hot car cooled off, the automaker says.
Toyota not quite up to speed; Waltrip's manifold confiscated
Feb-11-2007
Toyota got off to a slower start than it had hoped entering the Nextel Cup Series with Sunday's Daytona 500 pole qualifying, ...
Hybrid cars ruining the environment.
Feb-14-2007
Toyota factory turns landscape to arid wilderness By MARTIN DELGADO, Mail on Sunday - More by this author Last updated at 22:36pm on 18th November 2006 The 'green-living' Toyota Prius has become the ultimate ...
ARGENTINA: Toyota opens Zarate parts-painting plant
Feb-12-2007
Toyota Argentina has opened a new 3,000m2 parts-painting plant at its Zarate complex in Buenos Aires.
'Toyota's new India plant by 2010'
Feb-12-2007
Tokyo, February 12: Toyota Motor Corp plans to build a new plant by 2010 in southern Indian concentrating on inexpensive, smaller model cars, the Nikkei business daily reported on Monday.
Toyota to build new plant in India by 2010: report
Feb-11-2007
TOKYO (Reuters) - Toyota Motor Corp. plans to build a new plant by 2010 in southern Indian concentrating on inexpensive, smaller model cars, the Nikkei business daily reported on Monday.
Spied: 2008 Toyota Landcruiser
Feb-12-2007
The all-new 2008 Toyota Landcruiser has been spied in testing. The SUV features a longer, lower and wider appearance than the current model. Hydraulic or airlift suspension is also featured in this new vehicle, which appears to lower the car when ignition is off allowing easier access to the vehicle. The new model is expected [...]
Hit-and-run victim hospitalized
Feb-14-2007
Police are looking for the driver of a white Toyota Camry who failed to stop after hitting an 18-year-old. STANTON Police investigators are asking for the public's help in finding the driver of a Toyota Camry ...
Toyota: "our competitors are jealous of our success"
Feb-15-2007
No longer the underdog, Toyota is bracing for possible political and consumer backlash caused by its rapid growth, according an internal report obtained by the Detroit Free Press.
"With recent market-share gains and sales continuing to increase, we are becoming the de facto leader of the industry — that brings risks and responsibilities," according to a [...]
Jim Cramer's Stop Trading! Stock Picks and Comments, Feb. 14
Feb-15-2007
Miriam Metzinger submits: Recap of Jim Cramer's comments on Stop Trading! Wednesday February 14.. Click on a stock ticker for more analysis: Toyota , DaimlerChrysler , Ford , GM : Cramer says that Toyota, which ...
The once hot Prius falters
Feb-13-2007
Jonathan Keyes surveyed the Santa Monica Toyota dealership the other day and was surprised by what he saw. Row upon row of unsold Priuses, Toyota's supposedly hot-selling hybrid.
Toyota Prius could be coming to India
Feb-14-2007
Japanese automaker Toyota had showcased their hybrid car Prius at the International Engineering Trade Fair in New Delhi.
Toyota wades into Nextel Cup waters
Feb-17-2007
Jack Roush doesn't usually back down from a fight, and he's not keeping quiet when it comes to Toyota's entry into the Nextel Cup Series.
Electric MR2 or Volta or FT-HS
Feb-13-2007
I really feel like Toyota just punted on the Volta. The Volta was supposed to be an MR2 in the same sense that it was a joint project between European supercar makers and Toyota themselves, but instead of a Volta...
Enterprise South To Get Toyota Plant? Not Likely
Feb-12-2007
Great opinion/editorial piece on the Chattanoogan on why Chattanooga wont get the much discussed Toyota plan. We seriously need to think about attracting businesses other than large-scale manufacturers....
Williams a 'Toyota B team now', says Webber
Feb-13-2007
Former Formula One champions Williams are just a Toyota B team now and will struggle to recover from a miserable 2006 season, according to their former driver Mark Webber.
Toyota fears becoming number-one, internal memo says
Feb-13-2007
Filed under: Car News , Motor City Blogman , Toyota Gaining sales in the U.S. and becoming the world's largest automaker isn't all it's cracked up to be.
Whoa! The Camry's On Speed
Feb-15-2007
Filed in archive Toyota by Gunnar Heinrich on February 15, 2007 Since time immemorial the Toyota Camry has been the consummate family sedan.
SPAIN: European B-segment fragmenting - Toyota
Feb-15-2007
Europe???s B-segment is reducing in size and fragmenting as new types of car are launched here, according to Toyota Motor Europe (TME) marketing development director Dave Cassell.
Toyota eyes Durban airport for growth plan?
Feb-16-2007
DURBAN - Toyota SA had shown interest in using the Durban International Airport site for its expansion when the new King Shaka airport starts operating in 2009, eThekwini deputy mayor Logie Naidoo sai... (photo: WN/Theresa)
2008 Pontiac G8 and Toyota Highlander Winners of Consumers Guide Most Significant New Award Posted By : Noah Scott
Feb-13-2007
Consumer Guide Automotive, the ultimate source for new and used car reviews has announced recently at the 2007 Chicago Auto Show held at McCormick Place that it has chosen the 2008 Pontiac G8 and Toyota Highlander as its recipients for its second annual Most Significant New Introduction Awards.
Toyota picks power over fuel economy in new Highlander
Feb-15-2007
AUTOWEEK In moving the second-generation Highlander upscale, Toyota Motor Corp. is doing an American thing: choosing not to give the crossover a boost in fuel economy in favor of a bigger, more powerful engine.
The ‘Toyota Way’ Is Translated for a New Generation of Foreign Managers
Feb-16-2007
At the Toyota Institute, promising executives learn some of the most prized management secrets in corporate Japan.
The ‘Toyota Way’ Is Translated for a New Generation of Foreign Managers
Feb-16-2007
At the Toyota Institute, promising executives learn some of the most prized management secrets in corporate Japan.
2007 Toyota Tundra: First Driving Impressions
Feb-11-2007
As Toyota worked out the design for the new Tundra truck, it sent its teams out across the United States to talk with and observe people who use their trucks...
Toyota to debut two Camrys in Shootout
Feb-12-2007
After a year of buildup, Toyota will make its highly anticipated debut Saturday night in the Budweiser Shootout. There are two Camrys in the 21-car exhibition event, and Dale Jarrett will lead them to the green flag after earning the pole in a blind draw.
Commissioner Defends Potential Toyota Site
Feb-15-2007
A Hamilton County Commissioner is setting the record straight. Bill Hullander says he's confident Chattanooga has what it takes to lure Toyota to Enterprise South.
Toyota to build new plant in India by 2010: report
(Reuters)
Feb-11-2007
Reuters - Toyota Motor Corp. (7203.T) plans to build a new plant by 2010 in southern Indian concentrating on inexpensive, smaller model cars, the Nikkei business daily reported on Monday.
Apologetic Waltrip makes Daytona field in backup car
(AFP)
Feb-15-2007
AFP - Michael Waltrip qualified a Toyota backup car for Sunday's Daytona 500, hours after he apologized for the cheating scandal that has spoiled Toyota's stock car debut.
Bad start Bad start
Feb-14-2007
Yahoo! Sports -55 Toyota, it's unbelievable that any member of his team would be stupid enough to try and pull the wool over the eyes of NASCAR inspectors A
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Man steals cars, leads police on chase
Feb-12-2007
When he crashed through the gates of Penn Toyota on Northern Boulevard in East Hills just before dawn Sunday, Nassau County Police said Avery James was already driving a stolen car.
AMA AX: Wheeling Results
Feb-12-2007
WesBanco Arena was the sight for the second night of racing in Wheeling as the Toyota AMA Arenacross Series saw another different racer claim his first victory.
Prius at a new intersection
Feb-16-2007
Until recently, Toyota had such a hot commodity in the Prius hybrid that most dealers had waiting lists of two to three months for the fuel-efficient car.
Feb-12-2007
TOYOTA'S HYBRID SPORTS CAR sounds too good to be true. Especially at that price. But I hope I'm wrong!...
Hybrids lose their luster
Feb-16-2007
Toyota's high mileage, gasoline-electric Prius sedan was once so popular that the carmaker had only a three-hour supply.
Spicier Kluger breaks cover
Feb-12-2007
Toyota's all-new Kluger soft-roader comes with an injection of style as well as more space, more power and improved safety.
Hands-on Tundra pitch aims to outmuscle its rivals
Feb-11-2007
Toyota is using a $100 million Detroit-style ad campaign to sell Americans on its new, full-size Tundra pickup.
AMA AX: Nashville Preview
Feb-16-2007
The 2006-'07 Toyota AMA Arenacross Series comes to a boil this Friday and Saturday at Nashville's (Tenn.) Municipal Auditorium.
Toyota Land Cruiser
Feb-12-2007
Sound System AM/FM Stereo. Safety Anti-locking Brakes . Interior Sunroof/Moonroof, Rear Window Defroster.
Catalytic converter thefts spreading
Feb-11-2007
Some motorists in Belmont and Millbrae have been surprised lately when starting up their Toyota trucks or sport utility vehicles.
Prius Ditches Waiting List, Offers Incentives
Feb-11-2007
So, starting in April, Toyota will be showcasing the Prius in its first advertising campaign since the hybrid was introduced to the U.S. in 2000.
Wayne's 1978 Landcruiser FJ40
Feb-12-2007
Reader's Ride of the DayWayne's ride is nearly 30 years old but he's made it better than new and it's as road worthy as ever.More Toyota Landcruiser Rides - Photo...
Detroit's Coupe de Grace
Feb-11-2007
Plug-in electric cars could defeat Toyota's Prius and recharge Detroit. And Detroit desperately needs recharging. By John Gartner.
Stolen car leads police to drugs
Feb-15-2007
ORANGE A police lieutenant patrolling at 1 p.m. Friday in the Super 8 motel parking lot off Orange Place noticed a parked 2007 Toyota Camry reported stolen from Highland Hills.
Michael Waltrip Receives Record NASCAR Penalty
Feb-16-2007
NASCAR made a very clear statement today when they issued the penalties to Michael Waltrip's #55 Toyota team for its Daytona 500 qualifying infractions. NASCAR is not going to tolerate...
Toyota Pavilion collapses under heavy snow
Feb-16-2007
MOOSIC - Even a $2 million amphitheater couldn't save itself under the woes of the recent snowstorm.
Waltrip sorry for NASCAR scandal
Feb-16-2007
MICHAEL Waltrip apologised overnight for the cheating scandal that has spoiled Toyota's debut in the elite NASCAR series.
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2007 Ford F250 Outlaw -- He Drove He Drove Edition -- Part 1
Feb-12-2007
Loverman: OK, so let's just put this out in the open. You drive a decades-old Toyota Starlet and I drive a tuner-kid, boy-racer WRX Sport Wagon .
FJ Cruiser a daring new design
Feb-12-2007
Last year was a big one for Toyota, which now is on the verge of becoming the world's biggest auto maker.
The Once Hot Prius Falters As Gas Prices Fall
Feb-12-2007
Jonathan Keyes surveyed the Santa Monica Toyota dealership the other day and was surprised by what he saw.
Toyota inspired by Mazda for the next US Matrix model
Feb-12-2007
I hooked up my accelerator to my brake lights. I hit the gas, people behind me stop, and I'm gone.
Price Sells Cars, Debt Sells Education
Feb-14-2007
From the Roth & Company Tax Update blog : Don't Mess With Taxes brings us a shocking story: the elimination of the tax credit for Toyota hybrid cars has reduced demand for the Prius.
Supplier Automaker News for the global automotive industry.
Feb-11-2007
Automotive Industry News provides a compilation of all the worldwide news for the automotive ... Toyota reports record third quarter profit of $3.55 billion ...
Audio Weekly Grist, 12 Feb 2007.
Feb-13-2007
Audio Weekly Grist, 12 Feb 2007. Toyota hypes Prius as sales flatten, nations blame each other for climate change, and more. Weekly Podcast, 12 Feb 2007
Dented but not dashed
Feb-15-2007
As A.J. Allmendinger stared at the totaled heap of sheet metal that used to be his Toyota Camry stock car, all he could do was mutter the time-honored lament of all hard-luck drivers.
Allmendinger misses out on chance for Daytona
Feb-16-2007
As A.J. Allmendinger stared at the totaled heap of sheet metal that used to be his Toyota Camry stock car, all he could do was mutter the time-honored lament of all hard-luck drivers.
Beware thick ice *All of the trouble, none of the fun as ice and sleet slush up Cecil
Feb-15-2007
A Toyota Camry lost control on the I-95 bridge on Route 213, struck a state snow plow truck, then overturned.
another video site
Feb-15-2007
Just discovered site. The commercial in question appears to be a Toyota commercial from Malaysia.
Why is it that everywhere but in the US humour is king in advertising?
Best Bets January 11-January 17, 2007
Feb-11-2007
For the Toyota AMA National Arenacross Series, coming to 's 1st Mariner Arena Friday through Sunday.
Restaurant Boom Serves Up Options
Feb-17-2007
The Route 301 corridor in Waldorf looks an awful lot like the rest of Washington's suburbs. There are signs trumpeting Target and Wal-Mart, Chevrolet and Toyota, Safeway and Giant.
Corrections from the last week.
Feb-15-2007
In the Feb. 14 "In Other Magazines," Christopher Beam incorrectly referred to Toyota's "retail return rate." It is called the "retail turn rate."
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