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2020
Toyota launches Taiwan-specific Sienta Crossover
Toyota introduced the Taiwan-specific Sienta Crossover, featuring a revised design, sport suspension and standard TSS safety system and six SRS airbags.
2020
Toyota announces RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid safety upgrade
Toyota Sweden announced a software upgrade for the RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid’s VSC system after the model performed poorly in Teknikens Värld’s moose test. The upgrade was planned for January 2021, would be implemented in new vehicles for the European market, and would be offered free to customers who wished to upgrade cars already delivered.
2020
Toyota funds virtual arts programming through local collaboration
Toyota partnered with four Tri-State arts and learning institutions, providing each with a $25,000 grant to support virtual programming.
2020
Denso expands fuel-pump recall to 3.53 million U.S. vehicles
Denso announced that 1.5 million additional vehicles needed to be recalled, bringing the stated U.S. total to 3.53 million. The article says the affected fuel-pump impeller can swell and break, potentially causing the vehicle to stall or fail to start.
2020
Toyota and the University of Michigan partnered on vehicle-safety research
Toyota and the University of Michigan partnered on a research project studying how driving behavior and road characteristics can inform advanced driver-assistance and automated-driving system design.
2020
Toyota Australia announces expanded fuel-pump safety recall
Toyota Australia announced an expansion of its previously announced safety recall, adding 26,367 vehicles. The fuel pump may stop operating, potentially causing a vehicle stall; dealers will replace the fuel pump with an improved one free of charge.
2020
Toyota launches PRO Service Centres in smaller cities
Toyota Kirloskar Motor announced the launch of multiple PRO Service Centres in smaller Indian cities and towns; the new centres listed in the release are operational and provide service without sales operations.
2020
Toyota discontinues Tacoma TRD Pro desert air intake option
Toyota discontinued the optional desert air intake system from the 2021 Tacoma TRD Pro. The article says Toyota did not give a reason.
2020
KDDI selects Orange Business Services for connected-car IoT platform
KDDI selected Orange Business Services to provide a customized IoT platform for Toyota and Mazda, enabling connected-car capabilities in their vehicles sold across Europe.
2020
Toyota introduces 2021 Venza and RAV4 Prime hybrid models
Toyota introduced the 2021 Venza hybrid crossover SUV and added the RAV4 Prime to its lineup. The Venza had arrived at Colonial Toyota’s showroom; the RAV4 Prime was expected to arrive soon.
2020
Toyota recalls Corolla models over airbag inflator defect
Toyota issued a recall affecting more than 6,000 Corolla vehicles because an airbag inflator propellant may degrade over time and the housing could explode in a collision, potentially causing serious injury or death. Owners are advised to contact a local dealer to arrange a free replacement airbag.
2020
Toyota appoints Ayushmann Khurrana as Urban Cruiser ambassador
Toyota Kirloskar Motor announced a one-year partnership appointing actor Ayushmann Khurrana as brand ambassador for the Urban Cruiser, with the actor appearing in an advertising campaign across television, digital and print media.
2020
Toyota appoints Ayushmann Khurrana as Urban Cruiser ambassador
Toyota India announced the appointment of actor Ayushmann Khurrana as brand ambassador for the Toyota Urban Cruiser.
2020
Toyota Yaris Cross goes on sale in Japan
Toyota's Yaris Cross went on sale in Japan on August 31, offering gasoline and hybrid powertrains.
2020
Toyota launches the 2021 model-year RAV4 in Taiwan
Toyota launched the 2021 model-year RAV4 in Taiwan, with an electronic rear-view mirror on specified trims and a newly introduced 2.0L ADVENTURE 4WD model.
2020
Motor Accident Compensation Commission sues Toyota over airbag injuries
The Motor Accident Compensation Commission sued Toyota in the Northern Territory, seeking recovery of compensation costs after a woman was severely injured by fragments from a Takata airbag in a Toyota RAV4. The commission alleged that Toyota sold a defective vehicle and failed to adequately warn her about the faulty airbag.
2020
Toyota launches car leasing and subscription service in India
Toyota launched a car leasing and subscription program in India through its Toyota Mobility Service vertical. The service was initially offered in select cities, including Delhi NCR, Mumbai, and Bengaluru.
2020
Toyota Kirloskar Motor partners with mobility service providers
Toyota Kirloskar Motor said it partnered with Kinto under Toyota Financial Services, ALDAutomotive India and SMAS Auto Leasing India for its mobility service program.
2020
Toyota and Amazon partner on cloud-based mobility services
Toyota announced a partnership with Amazon's cloud computing division to develop, deploy, and manage data-driven mobility services for its cloud-connected vehicles.
2020
Toyota and BluE Nexus announce cooperation on electrification products
Toyota and BluE Nexus announced cooperation to enhance the competitiveness and sales structure of electrification-related products, including technology support and services for customers.