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Toyota (May 2007, Week Vol. 18)

Toyota, Lexus Hybrid Credit Phase-Out Continues
May-08-2007
The Internal Revenue Service announced that while the phase-out of the tax credit for Toyota and Lexus hybrids continues, General Motors Corp. and Nissan hybrids still qualify for the full credit. After reviewing Toyota Motor Sales USA Inc.???s first-quarter sales, the IRS said that purchasers of Toyota and Lexus vehicles may continue to claim the alternative motor vehicle credit. Based on the number of vehicles sold, the phase-out period for Toyota vehicles began in October. ...
Toyota Climbs to Number One for Worldwide Sales
May-08-2007
Toyota's been right at the heels of top-selling General Motors for awhile now, but sales figures for the first three months of 2007 put Toyota in first place for...
Future Toyota Hybrids: Prius Times Three
May-08-2007
For the first time in its career, the Prius needs a gentle marketing push--incentives, in other words--to keep its sales momentum. Despite the small dip in demand, however, there's no doubt that hybrids are here to stay. In Geneva, Toyota displayed its Hybrid X concept, which has been misinterpreted by some as the next-generation Prius. It isn't. Instead, three new hybrid Toyotas--known internally as Prius A, B, and C--are expected to debut in 2009, 2010, and 2011. ...
Toyota success may be at the expense of workers
May-06-2007

"It seemed as if the good people who contributed to the success of Toyota were being used up and disposed of like garbage."

As Toyota surpasses General Motors in worldwide vehicle sales, questions are being raised about the way it treats employees at its U.S. plants.

Toyota Dealers Partner with TundraSolutions.com to Enhance Car Ownership Experience
May-08-2007
TundraSolutions.com, the largest Toyota enthusiast site on the web, has recently partnered with several Toyota dealers to grow its online community and enhance the ownership experience for new car buyers. The site administrators announced today that significant improvements have been made to the TundraSolutions.com forum software, which will greatly improve the overall usefulness to auto dealers and consumers alike. (PRWeb Apr 30, 2007) Post Comment:Trackback URL: http://www.prweb.com/pingpr.php/U2luZy1UaGlyLUxvdmUtUHJvZi1NYWduLVplcm8=
Toyota upbeat as revised TF107 shows promise.
May-08-2007
Toyota pairing Jarno Trulli and Ralf Schumacher are hoping for a good haul of points this weekend as the Formula One circus sets up at one of its most familiar haunts.

Toyota continues to power ahead
May-09-2007
Toyota continues to show solid growth thanks to the popularity of its models in the US and Europe, with profits up 9%.
Toyota continues to power ahead
May-09-2007
Toyota continues to show solid growth thanks to the popularity of its models in the US and Europe, with profits up 9%.
Toyota Announces Year-End Financial Results, Achieves Record High Net Revenues, Operating Income and Net Income
May-09-2007
Tokyo, Japan, May 9, 2007 - (JCN Newswire) - Toyota Motor Corporation (TSE:7203; NYSE:TM) today announced operating results for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2007.On a consolidated basis, net revenu...
Toyota net up 9 percent
May-09-2007
TOKYO (Reuters) - Toyota Motor Corp. posted a stronger-than-expected 8.9 percent rise in quarterly net profit on buoyant sales in Western markets, and forecast modest growth this year as it adds production capacity all over the world.
All About Toyota
May-07-2007
This year it seems like almost every NASCAR conversation eventually ends up being about Toyota. Should they be allowed in NASCAR? Are they more or less American that GM, Ford...
BELGIUM: ACEA to Toyota: come and join us
May-08-2007
The European vehicle makers??? trade association ACEA has finally decided, after years of disagreement from within its ranks, to allow Toyota to join.
Larry O'Brien's 1987 Toyota 4X4
May-09-2007
Reader's Ride of the DayTalk about playin' hard - not even the 44" Swampers and 14" of lift will keep this baby out of the mud.More Toyota 4X4 Rides -...
Going Global, Part 22: Toyota Doth Protest Too Much
May-08-2007
It's official: Toyota has surpassed GM as the top-selling automaker in the world, ending what the New York Times called "one of the longest runs...

LOOK FOR A TOYOTA CAMARY BURGANDY TAG I17 UGL
May-08-2007
Investigators in Seminole County are searching for clues the apparent homicide of a 68-year-old woman who was found dead by her best-friend; she was worried when Madeline did not return her calls. Investigators said they found Madeline Leinen dead in the Longwood area. Investigators are currently looking for a 2003 Burgundy Toyota Camry with a Florida License Plate I17 UGL Anyone with any information is asked to call the Seminole County Sheriff's Office. 407-665-6500
Industrial Nanotech, Inc. Announces Use of Nansulate® on Toyota Race Cars by NASCAR Team
May-08-2007
Industrial Nanotech, Inc., an emerging global leader in nanotechnology, announced today that a NASCAR race team has purchased the Company's patented nanotechnology based coating, Nansulate® for use on Toyota race cars. [PRWEB Apr 26, 2007]
Trimex Mobile Marketing, LLC: Toyota Advertises the New Tundra on Trimex Mobile Marketing Lunch Trucks Targeting Hispanics Throughout Texas!
May-07-2007
HOUSTON, TX (MARKET WIRE) Trimex Mobile Marketing, LLC has been selected to advertise the New Toyota Tundra on Lunch Trucks throughout Texas!
Notes: Blaney buoys Toyota with its best COT finish
May-06-2007
Dave Blaney gave Toyota its best finish in four races with the Car of Tomorrow, taking 11th in Sunday's Jim Stewart 400 at Richmond ...
Notes: Blaney buoys Toyota with its best COT finish
May-06-2007
Dave Blaney gave Toyota its best finish in four races with the Car of Tomorrow, taking 11th in Sunday's Jim Stewart 400 at Richmond ...

Toyota Q4 net up 9%, sees modest growth ahead (Reuters)
May-08-2007

Reuters - Toyota Motor Corp. (7203.T) posted a stronger-than-expected 8.9 percent rise in quarterly net profit on buoyant sales in Western markets, and forecast modest growth this year as it adds production capacity all over the world.


Toyota 4Q profit rises 9 percent (AP)
May-09-2007

AP - Toyota's profit climbed nearly 9 percent in the first three months of 2007 as the automaker marked its seventh straight fiscal year of record sales amid robust demand for its Corolla, Camry and Lexus models.


Bryan Bishop Returns From Costa Rica on a study tour with Toyota's International Teacher Program
May-06-2007

Bryan Bishop, a science teacher at Eugene Ashley High School, just returned from on a study tour with Toyota's International Teacher Program.

Toyota asks 60-day stay in paint-shop case
May-07-2007

Attorneys for Toyota's operations in Georgetown asked a Scott Circuit Court judge yesterday to place a back-pay case brought by paint shop workers on hold for at least 60 days.

Everyone wants a piece of the Toyota action
May-06-2007

"A lot of people are focused on the next 18 months"

This is the first of a two-day series looking at Northeast 's effort to recruit suppliers for Toyota Mississippi.

Northeast Miss. recruiting Toyota suppliers
May-07-2007

"A lot of people are focused on the next 18 months"

A regional effort brought Toyota Mississippi to northeast Mississippi through the PUL Alliance of , Union and Lee counties.

Berglund Oak Ridge Toyota Partners with Ask Patty to Market to Women Consumers
May-08-2007
Berglund Oak Ridge Toyota in Lynchburg, Virginia, will embrace the Ask Patty concept. (PRWeb May 1, 2007)
Lexus LS 460 garners top honors
May-07-2007
Toyota Motor Corp.'s Lexus LS 460 was named the 2007 World Car of the Year by a panel of 44 automotive journalists from around the world.
University of Michigan to Host Third Stop of 2007 Toyota Grand Prix Swimming Series
May-08-2007
The world-record-setting trio of Michael Phelps (Baltimore, Md.), Katie Hoff (Towson, Md.) and Ryan Lochte (Daytona Beach, Fla.) lead an accomplished field of swimmers set to compete in the Erik...
TESTING TIME LEAVES RALF POSITIVE
May-08-2007
Ralf Schumacher reckons Toyota can expect to see an improvement at next weekend's Spanish GP.
SCHUMACHER NOT HAPPY
May-07-2007
Ralf Schumacher fears there will be little improvement with his struggling Toyota in Barcelona.
Before the Call: Toyota Motors On
May-08-2007
Quarter, schmorter. What's the big picture look like?

Lexus chief to push personal touch
May-08-2007
Jim Farley, the new U.S. head of Toyota Motor Corp.'s Lexus division, said he wants to take customer service to the next level by focusing more on personalization.
Check In, Check Out : San Francisco: The Orchard Garden Hotel
May-07-2007
A hotel version of a Toyota Prius — low points on style and comfort, but plenty of environmental bragging rights.
Apple sigue siendo la empresa m?s innovadora del mundo
May-06-2007
?se es el puesto que merece Apple, seg?n Business Week. Por tercer a?o consecutivo BusinessWeek list? las 25 empresas m?s innovadoras, colocando a Apple en primer puesto, seguida por Google y Toyota.
Automaker values fuel efficiency
May-09-2007

Your April 30 editorial, "Looking up at Toyota," failed to recognize that the changes you suggest - and more - are already well under way at General Motors.

Toyota Prius/GM Suv's - One System, Two Visions
May-08-2007

Washington DC May 7, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that scored a coup with its , a futuristic midsize car that uses a sophisticated electric-drive system to keep gas consumption down.

Miners Name Mascots
May-06-2007

The Southern Illinois Miners have announced the names of their three mascots. On Saturday, the world was introduced to All three were on hand an unveiling ceremony at Marion Toyota.

Miners Name Mascots
May-06-2007

The Southern Illinois Miners have announced the names of their three mascots. On Saturday, the world was introduced to All three were on hand an unveiling ceremony at Toyota.