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Toyota Demonstrated Its Achievements at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show

2015 Toyota S-FR Concept The ever-seeking for perfection Toyota team recently renewed its passion and sense of beauty and technology with the numerous new stock and concept vehicles released. And when it comes to unique conceptual rides, Toyota is second to none. At the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show, the well-known manufacturer demonstrated some of its most notable vehicles. Among them was the S-FR sport concept and the next-gen Prius Hybrid: both machines demonstrate passion for beauty and versatility.

Other unique vehicle that made its global debut is the Kikai Concept, also known as the missing link between human and machine. This is also a vehicle that impresses with its advanced fuel cell technology, efficiency and driver-oriented technology.

2015 Toyota Kikai Concept

The Tokyo audience also saw the special Land Cruiser 70 Series that takes part in the well-known 20,000km ride around Australia that involved both engineers and other employees.

Definitely motivated to bring us more and more powerful, contemporary and even futuristic vehicles Toyota team stays true to its nature of one of the best and most reliable vehicle manufacturers in the world. And with the recent demonstrations, along with the Tokyo Motor Show the well-known team strengthened its positions even more.

Toyota FCV Plus Concept

2016 Toyota Mirai Fuel Cell

2016 Toyota Prius

But we all still wonder: are these sweeties really that functional, or are just they only a part of a sci-fi movie?

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October 29, 2015

Toyota Celebrates a Special Anniversary with a Special Concept

Toyota celebrates October 21, 2015. As you might know, this is the date that first introduced Back to the Future Part II with the recreation of Marty McFly’s dream car. And now, by using the 2016 Toyota Tacoma that was recently unveiled and went on sale in September, fans in Los Angeles, New York and Dallas will have the chance to see the truck in major tourist destinations.

Toyota Tacoma Back to the Future Concept

And ensuring that 2016 Tacoma will looks like a modern-day version of the well-known classic from the movie, Toyota team made some tweaks and modification here and there.

Now the sweetie is covered with special 1985 Toyota Truck Exterior Paint, Off-road Suspension, Toyota Racing Wheels, BFGGoodrich Tires, custom front and rear bumpers as well a custom light bar. It also comes with special “D-4S” fuel injection badging, tailgate with the iconic Toyota logo, especially made vintage design and of course, special mud flaps.

Toyota Tacoma Back to the Future Concept

Iconic in every aspect, the movie is without doubt favorite one to generations of viewers. And now it regained one more time its popularity due to it reached the “future” of 2015. And now it is time to see how many things the movie has forseen back in 1985 about 2015. So, what do you think? How much is the movie sci-fi and how much did it manage to guess?

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October 22, 2015

2015 Toyota Fortuner: Modern, Flexible and Powerful

2015 Toyota Fortuner Crusader SUV Toyota’s latest seven-seater, the Fortuner comes with sweet SUV comfort and style, while at the same time provides incredible off-road performance. The Fortuner comes with rugged frame, high-torque engine and special fine-tuned suspension that altogether contribute to that wonderful off-road capabilities, pleasurable ride on or off the track and comfortable interior.

Drivetrain system

Fortuner is the seventh Toyota SUV and will join the ever-expanding lineup of RAV4, Kluger, FJ Cruiser and LandCruiser. It will be available with GX, GLX and Crusade trim levels which are powered by the powerful 2.8-liter four-cylinder direct-injection turbo-diesel unit and will be paired either to a six-speed manual or automatic gearbox.

This combination allows the machine to produce a total of 176 hp (130 kW) and 450 Nm of torque for the automatic and 420 for the manual version. The fuel consumption is measured at 7,8 liters/100 km for the manual and 8,6 for the automatic gearbox.

Safety features

One more time Toyota team expects the highest rates when it comes to safe drive. The machine comes with seven airbags, reverse camera, trailer sway control, hill start assist control. The vehicle comes with active traction control and two ISOFIX child-seat mounts.

Additional equipment

The list of standard features is now extended and includes durable fabric seat-coverings, projector-style headlamps, LED tail-lamps, air-conditioned cool box, Bluetooth connectivity, six speakers and eco and power drive modes.

In fact, the mid-range GXL is geared with alloy wheels, keyless smart entry and start, roof rails, reverse parking sensors, fog lamps and downhill assist control. And if ordered with manual gearbox, the vehicle offers and innovative intelligent unit that matches engine revolutions to transmission speed for even smoother shifting, which, in fact, is done with the paddle shifters. Cool, right?

On the other hand, top-of-the-range Crusade offers and even more premium features. For example, the leather-accented interior, satellite navigation, power tailgate, climate-control, air conditioning, bi-LED headlamps and special 18-inch alloy wheels.

So, it looks like this fresh seven-seater will demonstrate why brand like Toyota deserves worldwide recognition.

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October 20, 2015

Small in Size, Big in Capabilities: 2016 Toyota Prius is Here!

2016 Toyota Prius is one of the smallest hybrid vehicle in Toyota’s whole lineup, but it definitely has a lot to demonstrate. For example, the latest 2016 Toyota Safety Sense-C system which gives incredible advantage over other models in the segment. The compact sweetie also offers incredibly clean ride, making it a friend to the environment.

Toyota paid even more attention to the latest Prius model, as it released the Persona Series Special Edition. This lineup is limited to 1,500 units, which are painted in back and a contrast color by choice: Electric Lime or the Cherry Pearl. Further exclusive features for the limited series is the appearance of the 15-inch black alloy wheels and the custom “Persona Series” badge. So far, so good with the limited edition. Now let’s see what does the standard 2016 Prius model have to offer.

The Hybrid technology and what it has to offer

By adopting the environmentally-friendly Hybrid technology, Prius’ main drivetrain components benefit from better engineering solutions, reduced weight and of course, better fuel efficiency. Toyota’s hybrid technology integrates a gasoline unit, an electric motor and numerous more drivetrain components.

The 1.5-liter inline four-cylinder gasoline unit is also further tweaked to deliver better fuel efficiency. It generates a total of 73 hp (53 kW) and 82 lb.-ft. of torque. And when combined with the hybrid unit, the overall power is estimated at 99 hp (72 kW). 2016 Prius also offers and three drive modes: Normal, Eco and EV Mode.

Safety Features

2016 Toyota Prius

Along with the TSS-C, 2016 Prius offers the Star Safety suite that includes Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control, Anti-Lock Brake System, Electronic Brake Force Distribution and more. Furthermore, the vehicle is geared with a total of 9 airbags, placed in strategic places in the cabin.

Additional technology features

A vehicle like this offers and extended list of hi-tech gadgets. For example, the Entune Multimedia Bundle. There also a 6.1-inch touch screen display, AM/FM CD player, USB ports, iPod connectivity, music streaming and more. Further additions are the Push Button Start, Touch Traces Display and Endune Premium Audio.

2016 Toyota Prius

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October 19, 2015

It Looks Like Crown’s Lineup is Sort of Special for Toyota

Toyota team decided to add even more features to the exclusive Crown model that is Japan-only offered. This model was restyled and fine-tuned some years ago and now had its latest facelift. But it looks like Toyota engineers haven’t had enough. The most recent additions will be available with Athlete, Royal and Majesta versions.

The latest additions now include optional front and rear aprons, thiker side skirts, redesigned spoiler and new color: Matte Black for the Crown Athlete trim level. And for the final, the engineering team also includes 18- and 19-inch alloy wheels that go along with upgraded brake pads and new suspension kit. So, it looks like Crown lineup becomes more and more appealing.

And trying to keep the high spirits for all the models in the lineup, the engineering crew added similar additions and on the Royal and Majesta models, but with some differences. For example, the trunk lid spoiler is only available with the Royal White model, while the redesigned suspension and some chassis additions are not offered for this model.

However, all the models, from the entire lineup, regardless of the added or excluded features, look appealing, fresh and flexible. Surely, Toyota knows how to make its customers and fans happy, right?

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October 12, 2015

Toyota KIKAI: Steampunk and the Beauty of Metal

Toyota KIKAI Concept Toyota team continues to impress its audience with even more interesting vehicles. Furthermore, Toyota engineers make us believe that all the dedication and hard work put on creating the perfect machine makes us fall in love with these creations of art. And now the crew has created a special concept vehicle, known as Toyota KIKAI.

Innovation in style

The unique vehicle takes the machinery that is usually hidden under the hood and makes it open, so everyone can relish the beauty of craftsmanship. And by directly exposing the drivetrain system in this way, all the inner intricate components automatically become part of the exterior styling. Indeed, the fuel tank, reserve tank and exhaust pipes are now part of the sweet visual of the concept.

New ways of experiencing pleasure of driving

There is a small window at the driver’s feet that serves as one more interesting part of the whole system of incredible design. It allows him to see the movement of the tires and suspension and the rush of sped along the road surface. In fact, the movements of the upper control arm are also visible. This features definitely bring incredible driving sensation and pleasure, but we do remind everyone that the driver must focus on the road ahead of the vehicle and should stay focused while driving. But yeah, it is cool to see how suspension works in real time.

Toyota KIKAI Concept

Enhanced comfort

This sweetie comes with well-placed seats, as the driver’s seat is just above the heart of the vehicle. while the spacing between passenger is achieved by the triangular layout that creates a congenial in-cabin space. Furthermore, the expansive windows that reach up to the roof also contribute to the enjoyment o the landscape.

Toyota team decided that this time will go for that smooth steel sheet approach and giving that sorta steam-punky visuals. And as many times before, the team made its job perfectly.

Toyota KIKAI Concept

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October 9, 2015

Toyota S-FR Concept: Is it Sweet or is it Aggressive?

Toyota S-FR Concept Toyota S-FR is a special concept automobile which continues the heritage of brand’s comfort and flexible sports vehicles. Pitched as an entry-level model, this sweetie accents on responsiveness, dynamics and aims to make as much people as possible to fall in love with it. But will it succeed?

Compact and sweet

This concept comes with incredibly fit and light body and at the same time offers smooth and pleasurable ride. Although it is created as a sports vehicle, it also brings simple controls and generally bonds human and machine in a special way.

Pleasure of driving

The special vehicle also offers and numerous benefits: lightweight, smooth and responsive drivetrain system and accurate handling. Engineers made their best to bring optimal weight distribution and in addition the independent suspension feels like it is doing its job in perfect way. Also, the vehicle is geared with a six-speed manual gearbox which improves acceleration and responsiveness. Definitely Toyota team decided to accent on the communication between car and driver. And it looks like they have done their job pretty well, indeed.

Toyota S-FR Concept

Fresh design

S-FR demonstrate a long nose and wide muscular stance. But at the same time, it also has these sweet round lines that somehow give off warmness. And just these sweet lines contribute to a modern looks and sporty feeling. Sweet.

Definitely this is a vehicle that would make all the Toyota lovers out there fall in love with it.

Toyota S-FR Concept

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October 8, 2015

Toyota Crown Received a Well-Deserved Facelift!

2015 Toyota Crown Facelift Toyota Crown model has underwent considerable change in style just to get that that fresh air that it desperately needed recently. In fact, since its debut in mid 1950’s, the vehicle has been one of the most popular models in the Japanese market. And despite its consistent attitude, this machine has managed to keep its positive sides always on high level. And now the Athlete and Royal series will receive numerous changes and improvements just like the Majesta lineup. So, let’s see what is going on here.

Crown Athlete

This sweetie has its front grille, along with its whole expression refreshed, as the grille’s outline extends to the bottom of the front bumper. Furthermore, the bumper is further extended and now contributes to that sweet low and wide stance. And in addition to the Bi-Beam LED headlights, the Athlete features and surface-emitting LED clearance lamps with daytime running function.

On the other hand, the interior uses agate laminate decorative paneling that expresses clarity and depth like it is a kind of a masterpiece. How cool is that?

Crown Royal

This sweetie comes with a front bumper and grille that together create a strong sense of depth and make the front of the vehicle looking incredibly beautiful and sophisticated. In fact, the grille has been further lowered and contributes to a really low level of gravity.

2015 Toyota Crown Facelift

And the interior comes with lattice patterned panes with special wood-grain finish. Furthermore, it combines fresh new colors with brown details that together bring a sense of luxury and sophistication.

Fresh powerplant system

A 2.0-liter direct-injection turbo unit is included. It is a special engine that delivers incredible acceleration and overall performance. It is a twin-scroll turbocharger with integrated water-cooled exhaust manifold. This solution results on maximum torque levels and responsive and smooth acceleration via Toyota’s 8 Super ECT and Driving Response and Acceleration Management System.

2015 Toyota Crown Facelift

And along with the bold design and sweet drivetrain system, both vehicle come and with numerous more safety and utility systems. Just like ITS Connect System, Right-turn Collision Caution, Red Light Caution , Signal Change Advisory, Communicating Radar Cruise Control, Emergency Vehicle Notification.

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October 1, 2015

Christmas Gifts for Toyota RAV4 are Already Planned!

2016 Toyota RAV4 The well-known Toyota model, the RAV4 will have some more goodies geared in December. The Christmas gifts will include safety features, premium styling and even more precise driving dynamics. And more quiet ride. How cool is that?

The latest safety technologies will prevent or in the worst case will mitigate the force of a collision. The system now includes a special autonomous braking that will be standard on the high-grade Cruiser and optional for the mid-range GXL models. Furthermore, every RAV vehicle will get and trailer sway control which is crafted to assist if a towed car becomes unsettled by crosswinds, bumpy roads or some sharp turns.

2016 Toyota RAV4

The revised models also feature a noticeably larger and lower grille, LED headlamps and more prominent rear bumper and redesigned LED taillights. The interior also had its attention and now offers instrument cluster with GXL and Cruiser variants fitted with twin dials and a special 4.2-inch color TFT multi-information display. And along with the hi-tech gadgets, RAV’s cabin is now more quite and spacious and is especially designed to reduce road, tire and exhaust noise.

So, it looks like the RAV will become more appealing than ever. We do wish that every single one of you also get so cool Christmas Eve presents!

Stay with us for further information!

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September 18, 2015

Toyota C-HR Concept Sets The Future for Toyota

2015 Toyota C-HR Concept Toyota C-HR Concept is a stylish and compact hybrid crossover that would be the core of soon-to-be-produced mass-market version. Now the five-door model is on display at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show.

The C-HR Concept was created to demonstrate new directions for the compact crossover segment in an increasingly homogenous marketplace and made its first appearance at the 2014 Paris Motor Show as a design study.

This vehicle is definitely distinctive with its looks, thanks to the diamond-inspired lines and the eye-catching details have been especially created and placed to represent the facetted surfaces of a precision-cut gemstone. The car is based on two main elements of Toyota’s design ideas: Keen Look and Under Priority. This means that the team went for bold and emphatic front profile, embracing the lower grille along with adding some better aerodynamic features, cooling and of course, safety measures.

2015 Toyota C-HR Concept

And now the updated concept depicts the idea for a step forward to popularization with changes as going from three-door to a five-door formant. In addition, the roof color idea is also changed from a two-tone pattern to a sort of uniform with glossy black scheme.

Toyota C-HR Concept uses the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA) which is an intergrated development program for vehicle platforms and drivetrain components. TNGA will enable Toyota to create vehicles with further enhanced chassis rigidity, handling stability and of course, comfort. In fact, Toyota also aims for creating an engine with thermal efficiency of over 40% and improving the whole engine system with hybrid components.

2015 Toyota C-HR Concept

The mass-produced vehicles are expected to be delivered in March 2016.

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September 16, 2015

2016 Toyota Prius Hybrid Comes With Interesting Appearance

2016 Toyota Prius Hybrid Toyota unveiled the latest 2016 Prius today in Las Vegas. This is a fourth generation hybrid model that offers some sporty spirit along with beautiful styling and enhanced driving experience.

In the response to the trend of exceptional environmental benefits, Toyota team went for a vehicle that offers not only interesting design and smooth driving experience but also is geared with latest generation of systems and technologies for class-leading performance and comfort. So, let’s see what the 2016 Prius offers in details.

Style and appearance

2016 Prius has that.. interesting presence. I am convinced that there are numerous people who would not like the exterior looks at all, but I do believe that its somehow different. There are some aggressive edges and some elegant lines. The front meets you with its interestingly designed headlights that contribute to the overall badass-looking stance. And there is also something else in the design of the face. The latest Prius comes with this somehow triangular concept which gives the vehicle distinctive and modern appearance. The back continues the triangular affair and features a special wing, paired to the vehicle in interesting way. Meanwhile the rear lamps express further the extravagant appearance of the car.

2016 Toyota Prius Hybrid

The interior, on the other hand, adopts the latest technologies and features to offer fun and pleasurable drive. Once inside the vehicle, you will feel comfortable and impressed by the overall coziness and easy-to-use gadgets. And there is surely a sense of high quality, instantly felt when working either with the “display zone” or the “control zone”. And maybe here is the big difference between interior and exterior. Many will find the interior far more appealing and nicely done, while people generally are not satisfied with this vehicle’s exterior style.

2016 Toyota Prius and its other offerings

Along with the promise of high quality and versatility, Toyota also implements the Toyota New Global Architecture program that will deliver the best and most useful drivetrain components and technologies. The new Prius will benefit from entirely different Toyota platform which will significantly improve steering, handling and safety functions. If fact, Toyota team ensures us that their latest vehicle is restyled in every possible.

The hybrid system and its evolution

The 2016 Prius underwent a comprehensive program of size and weight reduction which results on both things. First, maintaining higher overall performance and secondly, the whole hybrid system is now improved. The Prius achieved a remarkable 40 per cent thermal efficiency and incredible boost in fuel efficiency.

Improved driving dynamics and safety

2016 Toyota Prius Hybrid

2016 Prius is 60mm longer, 15mm wider and 20mm lower than its predecessor which means that the vehicle offers and more occupant and cargo room. Furthermore, the class-leading low center of gravity and the responsive suspension package ensures smooth and overall improved driving experience. There are also numerous improvements to chassis rigidity that boost the overall flexibility and responsiveness in corners.

And as always, the vehicle is geared with latest and greatest systems of safety and comfort. So, what do you think about the vehicle?

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September 9, 2015

2016 Toyota Prius Debuts in Frankfurt and Why is it Important

2016 Toyota Prius First Teaser 2016 Toyota Prius will be revealed at the Frankfurt Motor Show. This announcement just got published by Toyota officials next to a teaser image of the hybrid car. If it wasn’t for the new technology, which is also eco-friendly, I probably wouldn’t pay that much attention. But this is definitely news, since one of the most popular hybrid vehicles is going to get a thorough change. Or we at least expect to see one.

What Does Toyota Promise?

Of course, the new generation Prius will sport a striking look, supported by better driving dynamics (something lacking in the current generation). In addition, the fuel economy of the car will be even more impressive and will “challenge what you know about hybrids,” as Toyota says.

What’s New Frankfurt?

In Frankfurt we will also see the global debut of the second Toyota C-HR Concept hybrid crossover. So, this means that Toyota stand will be overtaken by eco-friendly vehicles and like-minded people. How cool is that!

When is the Market Debut of 2016 Prius?

Toyota said that we should expect the fourth-generation Prius in showrooms in the first quarter of next year.

How Hybrids Can Change the World?

That’s an interesting question, right? Let me start a little bit farther. Since the introduction of Prius in 1997, Toyota has sold more than eight million hybrid vehicles globally. The most recent one-million sales took just 10 months. And back in 1997 Toyota sold just 300 hybrids.

In other words, this means that these hybrid vehicles owners around the world have saved 22 million kilolitres of petrol, which is enough to fill 8,800 Olympic swimming pools. This also equates to around $26.4 billion dollars, which were saved. Even better, the environment has also benefited. The latest Toyota figures reveal that its hybrid vehicles have saved about 58 million tons of CO2 emissions!

I personally can’t wait to see the birth of 2016 Prius, because it makes a leap forward in changing the world!

Source: Toyota

September 2, 2015

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