TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION


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The Future of Accessibility: Toyota Mobility Foundation and MaRS Discovery District Launch the Mobility Unlimited Hub in Toronto

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Friday, March 8, 2024

In a significant step towards creating a more inclusive society, Toyota Mobility Foundation (TMF) and MaRS Discovery District are proud to announce the launch of the Mobility Unlimited Hub.

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  • In a significant step towards creating a more inclusive society, Toyota Mobility Foundation (TMF) and MaRS Discovery District are proud to announce the launch of the Mobility Unlimited Hub.
  • The Mobility Unlimited Hub will work to foster innovation by offering a path to successful commercialization.
  • While establishing the Mobility Unlimited Hub, Toyota Mobility Foundation and MaRS worked closely with Toronto Global, a team of experienced business advisors assisting global organizations to expand into the Toronto Region.
  • The launch of the Mobility Unlimited Hub in Toronto is just the beginning.

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Finishes Strongly on Swedish Snow

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Monday, February 19, 2024

It was a strong recovery for Evans after he was forced to run first on the road and plough through deep snow on Friday afternoon.

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  • It was a strong recovery for Evans after he was forced to run first on the road and plough through deep snow on Friday afternoon.
  • Having moved up from fifth to third on Saturday morning, Evans then stormed into second place on Sunday's opening stage.
  • He was fastest in the subsequent second pass of that stage, and finished a close second in the rally-ending Power Stage.
  • Rovanpera held the early lead until contact with a snow bank in SS4 on Friday caused radiator damage.

TMC Announces Personnel Changes in Senior Management

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

On March 1, Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) intends to make the following personnel changes in senior management based on the structure revision of Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd.

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  • On March 1, Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) intends to make the following personnel changes in senior management based on the structure revision of Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd.
    Toyota City, Japan, Feb 14, 2024 - (JCN Newswire) - On March 1, Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) intends to make the following personnel changes in senior management based on the structure revision of Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd.
    Toyota Motor Corporation works to develop and manufacture innovative, safe and high-quality products and services that create happiness by providing mobility for all.
  • We believe that true achievement comes from supporting our customers, partners, employees, and the communities in which we operate.
  • Since our founding over 80 years ago in 1937, we have applied our Guiding Principles in pursuit of a safer, greener and more inclusive society.
  • Today, as we transform into a mobility company developing connected, automated, shared and electrified technologies, we also remain true to our Guiding Principles and many of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals to help realize an ever-better world, where everyone is free to move.

Daihatsu Removed from CJPT in Light of Certification Irregularities

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

TOKYO, Feb 13, 2024 - (JCN Newswire) - Commercial Japan Partnership Technologies Corporation (CJPT) has announced today that it has accepted a request initiated by Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd. (Daihatsu) for removal from CJPT in light of procedural irregularities in certification applications.

Key Points: 
  • TOKYO, Feb 13, 2024 - (JCN Newswire) - Commercial Japan Partnership Technologies Corporation (CJPT) has announced today that it has accepted a request initiated by Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd. (Daihatsu) for removal from CJPT in light of procedural irregularities in certification applications.
  • Daihatsu, one of the participating companies, requested removal from CJPT in light of a series of procedural irregularities in certification applications.
  • CJPT has decided to accept Daihatsu's request based on the belief that the continued inclusion of Daihatsu in activities will not gain the understanding of the public needed to progress its projects to build the future together.
  • Specifically, Daihatsu will be excluded from all agreements, including the joint planning agreement, and Daihatsu's equity stake (10%) in CJPT will be transferred to Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota).

Toyota: Resumption of Pixis Production and Shipments

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Friday, February 9, 2024

Toyota City, Japan, Feb 9, 2024 - (JCN Newswire) - Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) has decided today to resume production and shipments of the Pixis Epoch and Pixis Truck / Van, which is outsourced to Daihatsu Motor Co. (Daihatsu).

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  • Toyota City, Japan, Feb 9, 2024 - (JCN Newswire) - Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) has decided today to resume production and shipments of the Pixis Epoch and Pixis Truck / Van, which is outsourced to Daihatsu Motor Co. (Daihatsu).
  • We sincerely apologize again to our customers, suppliers, dealers, and other concerned parties for any concern or inconvenience the suspension may have caused.
  • In light of these circumstances, we have decided to resume production from February 26.
  • Today, Daihatsu has reported to the MLIT the measures it has taken to prevent a recurrence of the irregularities.

JASM Set to Expand in Kumamoto Japan

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

In response to rising customer demand, JASM plans to commence construction of its second fab by the end of 2024.

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  • In response to rising customer demand, JASM plans to commence construction of its second fab by the end of 2024.
  • The increased production scale is also expected to improve overall cost structure and supply chain efficiency for JASM.
  • With this investment, TSMC, SSS, DENSO and Toyota will hold equity stakes of approximately 86.5%, 6.0%, 5.5%, and 2.0% in JASM, respectively.
  • The closing of the transaction among JASM, TSMC, SSS, DENSO and Toyota are subject to customary closing conditions.

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing launches 2024 WRC challenge at iconic opener

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Friday, January 19, 2024

Toyota City, Japan, Jan 19, 2024 - (JCN Newswire) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team will target a successful start to the 2024 FIA World Rally Championship at the famous Rallye Monte-Carlo on January 25-28.

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  • Toyota City, Japan, Jan 19, 2024 - (JCN Newswire) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team will target a successful start to the 2024 FIA World Rally Championship at the famous Rallye Monte-Carlo on January 25-28.
  • While the technical regulations remain stable, a radical change has been made to the WRC points system for 2024, aimed at enhancing the sporting spectacle on the final day of rallies.
  • Rallye Monte-Carlo is one of the trickiest rallies in terms of the conditions with difficult tyre choices, but we're up for the challenge."
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Lexus: Customized New GX 550 "OVERTRAIL" to be Exhibited at the Tokyo Auto Salon

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Friday, January 12, 2024

TOKYO, Jan 12, 2024 - (JCN Newswire) - JAOS Corporation and LEXUS will be exhibiting the GX 550 "OVERTRAIL" JAOS ver.

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  • TOKYO, Jan 12, 2024 - (JCN Newswire) - JAOS Corporation and LEXUS will be exhibiting the GX 550 "OVERTRAIL" JAOS ver.
  • LEXUS is committed to expanding its model lineup to cater to the diverse needs and lifestyles of our customers.
  • Among them, the GX 550 "OVERTRAIL" epitomizes the essence of the "OVERTRAIL PROJECT," aligning with the vision to contribute to the realization of a carbon-neutral society.
  • The showcased GX 550 "OVERTRAIL" JAOS version is a collaborative concept model, customized by both companies that share the vision of the OVERTRAIL PROJECT.

Dream 1-2-3 finish at home for TOYOTA GAZOO Racing

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Monday, November 20, 2023

Toyota City, Japan, Nov 20, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team has scored a dream 1-2-3 finish on home roads at Rally Japan to complete a season of success in style, Elfyn Evans claiming victory ahead of Sebastien Ogier and Kalle Rovanpera.

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  • Toyota City, Japan, Nov 20, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team has scored a dream 1-2-3 finish on home roads at Rally Japan to complete a season of success in style, Elfyn Evans claiming victory ahead of Sebastien Ogier and Kalle Rovanpera.
  • He recovered to fifth overall by the finish, just 20s away from fourth.
  • The most impressive thing was that we were able to use Toyota Stadium as one of the special stages.
  • "This is a really fantastic way for us to end the season, with a 1-2-3 finish at home in Japan.