TOYOTA EVERTEST EXPEDITION

The Toyota EverTest project is completed. For three months – from April to June 2016 – this project united brave and strong-minded mountaineers who took the challenge of the world’s highest mountain, and legendary SUVs of the Land Cruiser family.

The Land Cruiser 200 and the Land Cruiser Prado have again proved their ability and durability, travelling a path of 15,250 kilometers in extreme road and altitude conditions, providing reliable support to the expedition during the climb and coming back to Moscow without a single failure.

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NEW RAV4 LINE OFFERS TOYOTA'S EIGHT HYBRID

Toyota can proudly point to the first RAV4 as the pioneering model two decades ago. What began as a niche exploded into a category, with the RAV4 remaining one of its leaders. That leadership shows once again for 2016 with the introduction of the first RAV4 Hybrid.

The 2016 RAV4 Hybrid brings the number of Toyota hybrid models to eight (plus six more in the Lexus luxury division). The fuel economy estimates are expected to be high, as Toyota anticipates to receive EPA ratings of 34 mpg city / 31 mpg highway / 33 mpg combined for both 2016 RAV4 Hybrid models.

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PINNACLE OF EXECUTIVE STRETCH LIMOS

Toyota takes the Tundra pickup to new places in luxury and length with its Tundrasine concept, which made its global debut as part of Toyota’s 2015 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show display.

The vehicle started out as a Toyota Tundra 1794 Edition 4x4 CrewMax 5.7L V8 pickup. Toyota then transformed that full-size Tundra into a larger-than-life-size limousine - hence the Tundrasine’s portmanteau name.

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LORD OF THE RIGS

With a legacy of off-road victories and over seven million units sold since 1964, Toyota revitalizes the midsize truck segment with the introduction of the all-new 2016 Tacoma. Rebuilt inside and out with an all-new powertrain and enhanced suspension tuning, America’s best-selling mid-size pickup for ten years running is Lord of the Rigs for dirt stomping adventurers. 

The new Tacoma will be available in five grades in both 4x2 and 4x4 configurations. Each grade will have its own personality and unique look. Tacoma grades include work-ready SR, iconic SR5, athletic TRD Sport, tough-as-nails TRD Off-Road and top of the line the Limited.

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TOYOTA TO DISPLAY NEW CROSSOVER CONCEPT

Toyota will present a new C-HR concept vehicle at the Paris Motor Show, revealing the company's innovative vision for a compact crossover model.

The C-HR concept combines a powerful new design language with an engaging driving experience and a hybrid power train.

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TOYOTA TUNDRA SET TO GET DIRTY

Toyota Racing Development (TRD) enter the new 2015 Tundra TRD Pro Series in the 47th Tecate SCORE Baja 1000. The lightly modified Tundra Pro Series will compete in the Full Size Stock Class this November 12-16 in Ensenada, Mexico.

“My job is to ensure that the Tundra exceeds the expectations and demands of every single one of its owners,” said Mike Sweers, Chief Engineer of Toyota Pickup Trucks. “With over 1,000 miles of harsh terrain, The Baja 1000 is the ultimate proving grounds for research and development that helps us to continuously improve our trucks.”

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KAZAKHSTAN-BUILT FORTUNER

The complete knock-down (CKD) production of the Toyota Fortuner SUV began at a production facility of Saryarka AvtoProm LLP in Kostanay, Kazakhstan. This marks the start of production by Toyota in Central Asia. Plans call for a production of approximately 3,000 units annually and the hiring of an additional 100 employees in SAP.

TMC established Toyota Motor Kazakhstan LLP (TMKZ) as a sales and marketing company in May 2008 to import and sell Toyota and Lexus vehicles as well as parts and accessories in Kazakhstan. SAP's Kostanay plant is now the first production site for Toyota vehicles in Central Asia. Preparing for CKD production, which at the Kostanay plant includes welding, painting and assembly processes, involved approximately 20 highly qualified Toyota engineers and production experts, who provided technical and standards guidance to SAP on a long-term basis.

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TOYOTAS FOR BEACH RESCUES

While locals and tourists focus on miles of coast lined with gorgeous sands, San Diego lifeguards focus on safe practices in the water and on the beach. Toyota is focused on helping them.

Toyota celebrated the start of the summer beach season today by announcing its continued support of the San Diego Lifeguards and their Water Safety Days program, emphasizing safe practices in the water and on the beach. The partnership includes a donation of 34 brand-new Toyota trucks and SUVs to the city for lifeguard rescue and operations.

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