Archive for August, 2010

Sick Sigma

Tuesday, August 31st, 2010

Sick Sigma
We’re not sure where we got this photo from (most likely Minkara Carview), but this triple diamond is one sick Sigma. We definitely don’t post enough slammed Mitsubishis on ‘champs.
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Glut of Recalls Threaten to Desensitize Consumers

Monday, August 30th, 2010

Glut of Recalls Threaten to Desensitize Consumers

Welcome back to Toyota Fun, where we bring you another great story snippet of Toyota news:

Call it the year of the recall. The massive recall of 550 million eggs is the biggest of its kind to hit the nation — yet it’s just one of dozens of major recalls consumers have seen in 2010.

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Eco-friendly cab firm boss up for second Green Award

Monday, August 30th, 2010

Eco-friendly cab firm boss up for second Green Award

Welcome back to Toyota Fun, where we bring you another great story snippet of Toyota news:

By David Lee A SCOTTISH cabbie is in line to win his second environmental award of 2010 – as part of his mission to turn the taxi industry green.

Sourced from: Toyota News

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Plug in and go

Monday, August 30th, 2010

Plug in and go

Welcome back to Toyota Fun, where we bring you another great story snippet of Toyota news:

As early as January, electric cars will be available from the nation’s two largest auto-rental companies.

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Toyota’s second production unit in India to be ready by Dec

Monday, August 30th, 2010

Toyota’s second production unit in India to be ready by Dec

Welcome back to Toyota Fun, where we bring you another great story snippet of Toyota news:

Toyota, the world’s largest car maker, is set to double its production capacity in India as its new plant in Bangalore, with an investment of nearly $680 million, will be operational by the end of this year.

Sourced from: Toyota News

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Toyota offers opportunity,no guarantee, for workers

Monday, August 30th, 2010

Toyota offers opportunity,no guarantee, for workers

Welcome back to Toyota Fun, where we bring you another great story snippet of Toyota news:

What characteristics do people need to become a “team member” for Toyota? A good work ethic, along with flexibility, creativity and energy.

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Test Toyota Prius over Chuseok

Monday, August 30th, 2010

Test Toyota Prius over Chuseok

Welcome back to Toyota Fun, where we bring you another great story snippet of Toyota news:

Toyota Korea is offering a chance to test drive the Prius electric hybrid vehicle over the Chuseok holidays.

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Word Games 082710 Trucks, Trucks Everywhere

Monday, August 30th, 2010

Word Games 082710 Trucks, Trucks Everywhere

Welcome back to Toyota Fun, where we bring you another great story snippet of Toyota news:

And no, I’m not talking about driving up and down U.S. 75, but right here at home.

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Toyota Continue Government Fleet Association

Monday, August 30th, 2010

Toyota Continue Government Fleet Association

Welcome back to Toyota Fun, where we bring you another great story snippet of Toyota news:

Sunday, 29 August 2010, 2:06 pm Press Release: Toyota New Zealand 29 August 2010 Toyota New Zealand is delighted to be able to continue its position as a trusted supplier to the Government vehicle fleet with today’s announcement of the first Passenger and Light Commercial Vehicle all-of-government contract.

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Performance Parts Prices, Circa 1995

Saturday, August 28th, 2010

Performance Parts Prices, Circa 1995
Bottom right corner. Brand new 11J-15 for ¥33,600, or $357. And this was during the height of the boom years, at the time the worst exchange rate in history.
Japanese Nostalgic Car – Blog

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Toyota Launches Noisemaking Add-On for Japanese Prius, American Version Coming Soon

Saturday, August 28th, 2010

Toyota Launches Noisemaking Add-On for Japanese Prius, American Version Coming Soon

Welcome back to Toyota Fun, where we bring you another great story snippet of Toyota news:

Toyota has developed an a oeApproaching Vehicle Audible Systema for the Prius that makes a synthesized warning tone to make up for its electric-only quietness.

Sourced from: Toyota News

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Ford’s adds hybrid to Fusion success

Saturday, August 28th, 2010

Ford’s adds hybrid to Fusion success

Welcome back to Toyota Fun, where we bring you another great story snippet of Toyota news:

G. Chambers Williams III One of the bright spots in an often-bleak past couple of years for the U.S. auto industry was the introduction of the redesigned Ford Fusion for 2010, a stylish and functional midsize sedan that can hold its own against any of the popular Japanese competitors.Prices range from $19,695-$28,355 for the gasoline-only …

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