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2021
Toyota reports planned China recall of 12,955 imported Alphard vehicles
Toyota’s publicity department said that a recall of 12,955 imported Alphard vehicles would be implemented in China by the end of the month. The vehicles’ idle-stop control program may prevent the engine from restarting, creating a risk of rear-end collisions.
2021
Toyota unveils the 2022 Tundra
Toyota unveiled the 2022 Tundra pickup, featuring a new twin-turbo V-6 engine option, including a hybrid version. The article says the vehicle was expected to go on sale later that year.
2021
Toyota reveals RAV4 Adventure specification
Toyota revealed a new Adventure specification for the RAV4 SUV, featuring updated exterior styling, interior details and equipment. The source says deliveries are expected in the first quarter of 2022.
2021
Toyota releases the Corolla Cross in Japan
Toyota formally released the Japan-market Corolla Cross, with a starting price of 1,999,000 yen.
2021
Toyota Nigeria launches Starlet mini SUV
Toyota Nigeria Limited launched the Toyota Starlet mini subcompact sport utility vehicle in Lagos, Nigeria.
2021
Toyota recalls 124 imported Supra cars
Toyota (China) Investment filed a recall plan for 124 imported Toyota Supra cars produced between March 1 and June 21, 2021, due to an engine-control-program design issue that could cause the crankshaft to rotate in reverse and create a braking risk. The company said it would update the engine control computer software free of charge.
2021
Toyota updates 2022 4Runner lineup
Toyota Canada announced the 2022 4Runner lineup, which adds a TRD Sport trim, a new Lime Rush paint colour on the TRD Pro, LED headlamps on all trims, and additional safety technology on several trims. The vehicle was on sale at the time of the report.
2021
Toyota adds Collision Assistance to owner apps
Toyota introduced Collision Assistance, a service in the Toyota and Lexus mobile apps that guides users through post-collision steps, connects them with auto insurers, and helps them find a collision repair facility.
2021
Toyota announces broader OTA updates for future vehicles
Toyota announced that, starting with the next-generation Lexus NX scheduled to go on sale in autumn 2021, it would provide broader over-the-air updates for Lexus and other future vehicles.
2021
Toyota announces planned Arene operating system
Toyota announced that it plans to launch its Arene in-car operating system within the next five years. Toyota's Woven Planet subsidiary is developing it, and the system is also intended to be made available to other companies.
2021
Toyota Australia announces Supra safety recall
Toyota Australia announced a safety recall covering 674 Supra vehicles in Australia produced between March 2019 and May 2021. The engine management software could damage a component providing braking assistance under certain engine-start conditions; Toyota dealers will update the ECU free of charge.
2021
Toyota announces planned global production cuts
Toyota announced plans to cut global output by 40% in September, citing parts shortages stemming from the spread of COVID-19 in Southeast Asia.
2021
Woven Planet completed its acquisition of CARMERA
Woven Planet Holdings, a subsidiary of Toyota Motor Corporation, announced that it had closed its acquisition of U.S.-based spatial AI company CARMERA after CFIUS review.
2021
BMW recalls 50,024 vehicles over brake-assistance risk
BMW recalled 50,024 vehicles in the United States after determining that certain oil/vacuum pump conditions could damage the pump supplying vacuum for brake assistance. The affected list includes several BMW models and the Toyota Supra; a software reflash is the stated fix.
2021
Toyota reveals Avanza Veloz GR Limited in Indonesia
Toyota Astra Motor revealed the Avanza Veloz GR Limited, a new MPV variant for Indonesia.
2021
Subaru recalls vehicles over fuel-pump issue
Subaru recalled more than 165,000 vehicles over a low-pressure fuel-pump issue that could cause engine stalling while driving and potentially lead to a crash. The recall also includes certain Toyota 86 models because they share components with the Subaru BRZ.
2021
Toyota launches Land Cruiser J300 GR Sport
Toyota launched the Land Cruiser J300 GR Sport trim worldwide except in the United States. The trim adds off-road features including the E-KDSS system.
2021
Toyota announces Toyota Halo fleet management platform
Toyota Motor Corporation Australia announced Toyota Halo, a connected fleet management system for business customers. It was planned to become available through the company’s dealership network; the article does not report that availability had begun.
2021
Toyota announces temporary production suspensions at Japanese factories
Toyota announced planned production suspensions at two Japanese factories in August because of parts-production disruptions in Southeast Asia. The article also reports planned stoppages at Toyota Auto Body's Fujimatsu factory and at Toyota's Takaoka factory due to parts and semiconductor shortages.
2021
Toyota launches Toyota Halo fleet management platform
Toyota Australia launched Toyota Halo, a fleet management platform using connected vehicle technologies and near-real-time data. The service was developed in partnership with Fleetsu.