Toyota Group

From Plant Floor to President’s Desk: DENSO Promotes John Klassen to President of Guelph, Ontario, Facility

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Monday, July 12, 2021
Denso, Toyota, Toyota Group, Guelph, Economy of Japan, Companies, Automation

GUELPH, Ontario, July 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DENSO , a leading mobility supplier, today announced that John Klassen has been promoted to president of DENSOs thermal manufacturing facility in Guelph, Ontario.

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  • GUELPH, Ontario, July 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DENSO , a leading mobility supplier, today announced that John Klassen has been promoted to president of DENSOs thermal manufacturing facility in Guelph, Ontario.
  • He succeeds Andris Staltmanis, who will continue in his primary role as business leader for the DENSO Thermal Systems (TAC) business unit.
  • Klassen originally joined DENSOs Guelph facility in 2006 as a manufacturing section leader for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) production.
  • Throughout his DENSO career, Klassen has led and aligned the DENSO Canada team toward innovation, launching production-enhancing initiatives such as the Living Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA) quality system.

LINCOLN TECH LAUNCHES MAZDA AUTOMOTIVE STUDENT TRAINING IN COLUMBIA, MD

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Monday, July 12, 2021
Education in the United States, Mazda, Sumitomo Group, Toyota Group, Lincoln Tech, States of the United States, United States

Parsippany, NJ, July 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lincoln Educational Services Corporation (NASDAQ: LINC), marking 75 years in 2021 as a national leader in specialized technical training, will introduce Mazda Automotive Student Training (MAST) at its Columbia, MD campus this summer.

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  • Parsippany, NJ, July 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lincoln Educational Services Corporation (NASDAQ: LINC), marking 75 years in 2021 as a national leader in specialized technical training, will introduce Mazda Automotive Student Training (MAST) at its Columbia, MD campus this summer.
  • Students enrolled in Automotive Technology training can add the Mazda option to their program and build career skills specific to Mazda technologies.
  • Mazda Automotive Student Training (MAST) may include a number of benefits* for accepted students, such as career placement opportunities with a living wage at participating local Mazda dealerships, one-on-one mentorships with Mazda Master or Senior Certified Techs, discounts on tool kits and Mazda vehicles, and up to $15,000 in student tuition reimbursements.
  • Shaw will join Lincoln Tech faculty, staff and administrators, as well as representatives from Mazda.

'The Flight Of The Monarch Butterfly - The Pollinator Project' To Air On Discovery, Science Channel And Animal Planet

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Monday, July 12, 2021
Companies, Lepidoptera, Engines, Toyota, Toyota Group, Sustainability, Monarch butterfly

"The Flight of the Monarch Butterfly The Pollinator Project"willexplore the latest science, learnings and the species' survival issues in its world premiere Sunday, July 25 at 8:30 a.m. (ET/PT) on Discovery, Thursday, July 29 at 5 p.m. (ET/PT) on the Science Channel and Saturday, July 31 at 8 a.m. (ET/PT)on Animal Planet.

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  • "The Flight of the Monarch Butterfly The Pollinator Project"willexplore the latest science, learnings and the species' survival issues in its world premiere Sunday, July 25 at 8:30 a.m. (ET/PT) on Discovery, Thursday, July 29 at 5 p.m. (ET/PT) on the Science Channel and Saturday, July 31 at 8 a.m. (ET/PT)on Animal Planet.
  • It also addresses what the declining population could mean for the future of the broader ecosystem.
  • "Sustainability is at the heart of our decision making," said Kevin Butt, Toyota Motor North America's environmental sustainability director.
  • Toyota has created a tremendous value chain and directly employs more than 47,000 in North America.

Chemico Group Recognized by Toyota For Excellence in Supplier Performance

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Monday, July 12, 2021
Companies, Engines, Economy of Japan, Toyota Group, Toyota

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., July 12, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Chemico Group , the largest veteran and minority-owned chemical management supplier, received the 2021 Excellent Performance Award from Toyota Motor North America, Inc. (TMNA) during its Annual Supplier Business Meeting held virtually late April.

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  • SOUTHFIELD, Mich., July 12, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Chemico Group , the largest veteran and minority-owned chemical management supplier, received the 2021 Excellent Performance Award from Toyota Motor North America, Inc. (TMNA) during its Annual Supplier Business Meeting held virtually late April.
  • Chemico was one of several indirect supplier companies that received Awards of Excellence or special recognition.
  • "We are truly honored that our supplier performance has been recognized by Toyota Motor North America for a fourth year," said Leon C. Richardson, President and CEO, Chemico Group.
  • Chemico Group is comprised of two distinct business entities -- Chemico LLC (chemical management) and Chemico Systems (chemical products and distribution).

DENSO Launches New Media Website "The COREs"

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Monday, July 5, 2021
Denso, Toyota, Toyota Group, Economy of Japan, Companies, Japanese culture

TOKYO, July 5, 2021 - (JCN Newswire) - On July 2, 2021, DENSO CORPORATION launched its new online media website "The COREs".

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  • TOKYO, July 5, 2021 - (JCN Newswire) - On July 2, 2021, DENSO CORPORATION launched its new online media website "The COREs".
  • Furthermore, cars are becoming interconnected with the rest of society, raising their contribution to the mobility-centered society as a whole.
  • Through the new media website "The COREs", DENSO aims to communicate with this emerging mobility-centered society, providing information on its technologies, software solutions, and the working styles of the many engineers behind DENSO's operations.
  • DENSO is using this online media to convey its "COREs" to as many people as possible, thus transforming ideas into tangible reality while also setting new standards.

DENSO Raising Pay to $20 an Hour for 2nd Shift Jobs in Battle Creek, Michigan

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Friday, July 2, 2021
Denso, Toyota, Toyota Group, Labour economics, Economy of Japan, Secondary sector of the economy, Economy

WHY: Labor demand in the United States has hit record levels, topping 9.3 million job openings in the latest report .

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  • WHY: Labor demand in the United States has hit record levels, topping 9.3 million job openings in the latest report .
  • As part of DENSOs efforts to retain current employees and attract new talent, DENSO is raising pay and shift premiums for its filled and open jobs in Battle Creek, MI.
  • For more details on life and career opportunities at DENSO, watch this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=URXTtDD1Oj4
    WHEN: The wage increases are effective July 12, 2021.
  • In the United States alone, DENSO employs 17,700+ employees across 14 states (and the District of Columbia) and 41 sites.

"Booking Car", A Cloud Service for Company Cars, Launched at Toyota Dealers and Toyota Rental & Lease Agencies in Japan

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Thursday, July 1, 2021
Cars, Companies, Motor vehicles, Toyota, Toyota Group, Coupés, Sedans, Station wagons, Toyota concept vehicles, Toyota Motor Philippines

Enables private use by employees, reducing costs through sharing and providing benefits at the same time

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  • Enables private use by employees, reducing costs through sharing and providing benefits at the same time
    Toyota City, Japan, July 1, 2021 - (JCN Newswire) - Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) today announced that Toyota dealers and Toyota rental & lease agencies in Japan have begun accepting applications for "Booking Car," a cloud service developed by Toyota Mobility Service Corporation for corporate customers nationwide who use company cars.
  • Since the launch of this service at TMS in November 2020, we have received requests from all over the country to introduce and handle this service, which led to its nationwide expansion.
  • We have received inquiries from about 200 companies, and have received high praise from customers who have already introduced the service.
  • The first is to improve the efficiency of company car management by making it possible to make reservations and use company cars easily using smartphones and other devices.

Lithia & Driveway (LAD) Adds Largest Toyota Store in Washington State

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Companies, Lithia Motors, Engines, Economy of Japan, Toyota Group, Toyota, Lithia, Medford, Oregon

MEDFORD, Ore., June 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) today announced the acquisition of Michael's Toyota in Bellevue, Washington, expected to generate $235 million in annualized revenues.

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  • MEDFORD, Ore., June 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Lithia & Driveway (NYSE: LAD) today announced the acquisition of Michael's Toyota in Bellevue, Washington, expected to generate $235 million in annualized revenues.
  • "This exceptional Toyota store doubles our presence and offerings in the largest automotive retail market in our northwest region," said Bryan DeBoer,President and CEO.
  • This Toyota location has historically been the largest volume dealer in the region and received numerous industry awards.
  • Together, these endeavors create a unique and compelling high-growth strategy that provides transportation solutions wherever, whenever, and however consumers desire.

Del Grande Dealer Group Announces Grand Opening of All-New Concord Mazda

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Thursday, June 24, 2021
Mazda, Sumitomo Group, Toyota Group, Dealer, Automotive industry, Economy of Japan, Motor vehicles

SAN JOSE, Calif., June 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Del Grande Dealer Group(DGDG.COM) the Bay Area's largest family-owned automotive group, announced the grand opening of the all-new Concord Mazda.

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  • SAN JOSE, Calif., June 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Del Grande Dealer Group(DGDG.COM) the Bay Area's largest family-owned automotive group, announced the grand opening of the all-new Concord Mazda.
  • The Del Grande Dealer Group is the #1 Sales Volume Mazda Dealer Group in the Bay Area (Based on 2020 New Mazda Sales), and the new home of Concord Mazda: a next-level facility dedicated to providing guests with a world-class car buying experience.
  • "DGDG is extremely proud to open one of the most technology forward automotive dealership designs in the country," said Del Grande Dealer Group President, Jeremy Beaver.
  • The Del Grande Dealer Group (DGDG) is the Bay Area's largest family-owned automotive group.

VivoPower's 5-year decarbonization deal with world's largest carmaker: 'a major milestone' and 'strong endorsement'

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Cars, Sport utility vehicles, Car classifications, Toyota, Toyota Group, Electric vehicle

LONDON, June 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Nasdaq-listed corporate decarbonization business VivoPower International PLC (NASDAQ: VVPR)today announced an exclusive manufacturing collaboration with Toyota, the world's largest carmaker.

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  • LONDON, June 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Nasdaq-listed corporate decarbonization business VivoPower International PLC (NASDAQ: VVPR)today announced an exclusive manufacturing collaboration with Toyota, the world's largest carmaker.
  • According to lead Edison analyst David Larkham: 'Toyota is the largest car company in the world, having delivered 9.5m units in 2020.
  • The deal follows two years of collaboration and field trials in the harsh environment of the Australian mining sector.
  • In July 2011 Tesla announced a $100 million agreement with Toyota to supply electric powertrain equipment for the RAV4 sports-utility vehicle.