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Cosworth Reveals FA20 Power Package

Cosworth FA20 Power Package is here. Through its introduction the company deliberately moves on from individual component supply towards fully validated system packages. The current upgrade is suitable on for Scion FR-S, Subaru BRZ and Toyota GT86. Cosworth’s Power Packages will offer motorsport enthusiasts the ease and reliability of power upgrades. The development of FA20 is inspired by Formula One and sports car racing, and the result is a peak performance of up to 380 horsepower (280 kW). There are several stages of the upgrade, each of which builds upon and uses components in the previous Stage.

Stage 1 Power Package offers a power increase of up to 230 hp (170 kW). It features Cosworth free flow sports exhaust, a “Power by Cosworth” calibration kit, an exclusive vehicle badge and a uniquely numbered authentication plaque with the name of the tuning company, performance filtration solution and low temperature thermostat.

All of the components mentioned work together as a solution, rather than a collection of individual parts. They maximize peak performance and reliability. For example, tuning company’s free flow sports exhaust features two 4” diagonally cut, branded, double wall tips and a stylish “Y” shaped back muffler/silencer.

In combination with the other components, this stainless steel exhaust increases the power output to 220 hp (162 kW). By adding the optional combined overpipe front pipe, which has a spherical resonator, the new calibration power output is raised to 225 hp (165 kW). At last, the black manifold header has equal length piping and CNC machined exhaust flanges, not only helps to significantly reduce under hood/bonnet temperatures, but also boosts the output up to 230 hp (170 kW).

Source: Cosworth

May 31, 2014

2015 Toyota Yaris – Full Details and Pictures

Toyota unveiled full details and pictures for the 2015 Yaris Facelift. The small city car features more distinctive stylistic aspects and additional emotional appeal.

“Yaris was always extremely strong in its rational dimensions: great packaging, durability, cost of ownership… What we wanted to achieve was to connect the model not only with our customers’ brains, but also with their hearts.”, commented Alessandro Massimino, Product Manager in Brussels.

The exterior of 2015 Yaris Facelift features a new front fascia featuring smaller grill and a bigger intake insert. There are also new LED-infused headlights, a new rear bumper and different styles of 15” and 16” alloy wheels.

The interior boasts a new dashboard, a revised center console and better materials. There are also some soft-touch plastics, satin chrome trim, updated upholstery and the optional Toyota Touch 2 infotainment system including a 7” touchscreen display.

The engine range includes a 1.0 liter three-cylinder petrol with 69HP (51 kW) and 95 Nm (70 lb-ft) of torque; a 1.33 liter four-cylinder petrol with 99HP (73 kW) and 125 Nm (92 lb-ft) of torque; a 1.4 liter four-cylinder diesel with 90HP (66 kW) and 205 Nm (151 lb-ft) of torque and a hybrid model – 1.5 liter four-cylinder and an electric motor with combined output of 100HP (74 kW).

Other improved features include stiffened chassis, new shocks and an upgraded electric power steering system. There is also a modified rear suspension improving the ride comfort and reducing the body roll.

Source: Toyota

May 28, 2014

Toyota GT86 – Best Performance Car

Toyota GT86 has been named Performance Car of the Year for a second year in a row. It received the award from honestjohn.co.uk. The sports coupe had tough rivals, but it managed to scoop the prestigious award.

“With a genuine sports car feel, superb handling and the ability to always put a smile on your face, the GT86 is the car we’ve been waiting several years for Toyota to build.”, commented Dan Harrison, honestjohn editor.
“We love the driver-focused feel and the boxer engine, so while it may not be the fastest performance car around, not much else can match it for sheer enjoyment. It seems our users love it too, with the GT86 review proving very popular once again, winning the Performance Car award for the second year running.”, he added.

The engine is the well-known 2.0 liter naturally aspirated boxer with 200HP (147 kW) at 7,000RPM and 205Nm (152 lb-ft) of torque at 6,400RPM. 0-100 km/h in 7.6 seconds and a top speed of 226 km/h (141 mph). The engine is connected to a 6-speed manual gearbox and sends the power to an LSD (limited-slip differential) at the rear wheels. The curb weight is just 1,258 kg.

The 2014 Toyota GT86 is currently available from £25,110.

Source: Toyota

May 16, 2014

2014 Toyota Auris Gets Icon Plus Grade

2014 Toyota Auris Icon Plus is one of the revised trim grades which will add to the current Auris range additional equipment features. Under refinement are both hatchback and Touring Sports wagon models. The new Icon Plus grade includes rear privacy glass, retracting door mirrors and heated front sports seats. In addition, the Auris Hybrid now can be ordered in three trim levels – Icon, Icon Plus and Excel. An innovation is the introduction of Toyota Touch 2 with Go touchscreen multimedia and navigation control system throughout the range.

Precisely, the Icon Plus grade builds on the established Auris Icon specification. It adds over it freshly designed 16-inch alloy wheels, rear privacy glass and a folding function for the electrically adjustable door mirrors. Furthermore, the exterior of this Icon Plus will also benefit from the Tungsten Blue metallic paint finish.

The interior of the new grade includes heated sports front seats with electric lumbar support control, cruise control on the petrol and hybrid models as well as improved Toyota Touch 2 with Go multimedia and navigation package.

Furthermore, the Icon Plus grade will be available also for the Auris Hybrid hatchback and Touring Sports, next to the Icon and Excel trims. Additional features include leather upholstery for the seats, centre armrest and door panels. It is offered in black with either white or blue contrast stitching.

On the other hand the available Parking Pack (Icon, Icon Plus) provides color-matched front and rear parking sensors, while the Protection Pack adds front and rear mud flaps, scuff plate, a boot liner and a bumper protection plate.The third optional pack is the Chrome Pack that adds chrome side sills and boot trim.

2014 Toyota Auris Model Range:

GRADE	BODY	ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Active	5dr hatchback	1.33 VVT-i 6MT
Active	Touring Sports	1.33 VVT-i 6MT
Active	5dr hatchback	1.4 D-4D 6MT
Active	Touring Sports	1.4 D-4D 6MT
Icon	5dr hatchback	1.33 VVT-I 6MT
Icon	Touring Sports	1.33 VVT-I 6MT
Icon	5dr hatchback	1.4 D-4D 6MT
Icon	Touring Sports	1.4 D-4D 6MT
Icon	5dr hatchback	1.6 Valvematic 6MT
Icon	Touring Sports	1.6 Valvematic 6MT
Icon	5dr hatchback	1.6 Valvematic Multidrive S
Icon	Touring Sports	1.6 Valvematic Multidrive S
Icon	5dr hatchback	Hybrid Synergy Drive E-CVT
Icon	Touring Sports	Hybrid Synergy Drive E-CVT
Icon Plus	5dr hatchback	1.33 VVT-I 6MT
Icon Plus	Touring Sports	1.33 VVT-I 6MT
Icon Plus	5dr hatchback	1.4 D-4D 6MT
Icon Plus	Touring Sports	1.4 D-4D 6MT
Icon Plus	5dr hatchback	1.6 Valvematic 6MT
Icon Plus	Touring Sports	1.6 Valvematic 6MT
Icon Plus	5dr hatchback	1.6 Valvematic Multidrive S
Icon Plus	Touring Sports	1.6 Valvematic Multidrive S
Icon Plus	5dr hatchback	Hybrid Synergy Drive 1.8 VVTi E-CVT
Icon Plus	Touring Sports	Hybrid Synergy Drive 1.8 VVTi E-CVT
Excel	5dr hatchback	1.4 D-4D 6MT
Excel	Touring Sports	1.4 D-4D 6MT
Excel	5dr hatchback	1.6 Valvematic 6MT
Excel	Touring Sports	1.6 Valvematic 6MT
Excel	5dr hatchback	1.6 Valvematic Multidrive S
Excel	Touring Sports	1.6 Valvematic Multidrive S
Excel	5dr hatchback	Hybrid Synergy Drive 1.8 VVTi E-CVT
Excel	Touring Sports	Hybrid Synergy Drive 1.8 VVTi E-CVT

Source: Toyota

May 15, 2014

Toyota Verso-S MPV Gets Refreshed For 2015

2015 Toyota Verso-S MPV has been updated for the new model year. The B-MPV segment vehicle retains its keen looks of clear, expressive and intelligent styling, but comes with an upgraded front. It includes engaging headlights featuring projector technology and LED daytime running lights. They come as a standard on all grades. The upper grill has been refreshed via a chrome bezel surround. At the rear there has been made changes, too. There, Toyota designers have featured new light design which not only adopts LED lights, but also benefits from more distinctive contrasts.

Other improvements include the 16” alloy wheels, which feature new design with 3-D effect. Furthermore, a new trendy bronze metallic paint finish has been added to the color palette to replace the current light blue metallic.

Inside, Verso-S customers can choose between a single-tone black interior or a bi-tone brown interior with black seat bolsters. To provide additional safety and convenience, a tire pressure warning system has been added to the standard equipment list.

The technologies featured include 6.1″ full colour touch screen display, Bluetooth connectivity for hands free calling and music streaming, a USB port to connect portable music players and an optional DAB/DAB+ radio. Also as a standard, Verso-S includes a rear-view camera.

The available equipment here includes: Touch 2 with Go with full map navigation with customisable speed limit & speed camera warning, which offers Toyota Real Time Traffic powered by TomTom, Google Street View, Panoramio, Google local search, weather, fuel price and parking space information.

Source: Toyota

May 13, 2014

2015 Toyota GT86 Is Here!

2015 Toyota GT86 is here and it is showing-off its perfectly enhanced aerodynamics for the new model year. It will offer even better handling and stability due to the optimization of suspension’s rigidity and shock absorbers. In addition, the changes are also evident in the interior, which now features new instrument panel finish. An entirely new element is the shark-fin type antenna that comes to enhance the aerodynamics and deliver a bolder look.

The GT86 was officially introduced in 2012 and made a big furor. Wisely enough, Toyota is continuing the development of the car. The foundation of the upgrade is the more rigid fixation of the front suspension and the rear shock absorbers.

The rework of shock absorbers provide more stable damping and improved friction control, thus delivering smoother and communicative handling. Body-roll is reduced and the steering feel is sharper than before.

Another exclusive change is featured on the inside of the GT86. It is the new carbon-fibre motif on the dashboard insert. This not only gives more contemporary appearance of the car, but also hints to future utilization of the popular material.

On the outside, another introduction was made. It is the shark-fin antenna, which has been adopted in order to enhance the looks and aerodynamics of the car. The 2015 model year update also features a new pearl-white and silver paint finishes.

2015 Toyota GT86 will be available in dealerships only throughout Europe staring this summer.

Source: Toyota

April 25, 2014

2015 Toyota Yaris Facelift

Toyota has released some information about the upcoming 2015 Yaris Facelift. The small city car will get a major exterior styling change and some nice interior improvements.

Outside the 2015 Yaris Facelift will come with a new front fascia taken from the all-new Aygo. There is also a big lower grille combined with the upper one to create an “X” shape. The new Yaris will also come with integrated DRLs (daytime running lights) within the darkened headlights. There are also new taillights and revised rear bumper. The Japan manufacturer is also preparing new alloy wheel designs along with a revised interior cabin packing the latest version of the Toyota Link infotainment system.

2015 Toyota Yaris will also get a revised suspension for improved handling and comfort while the noise levels have be reduced to improve the comfort. The engine range will be the same and a hybrid model is also expected. These include a 1.0 liter and 1.33 liter petrol and a 1.4 liter D-4D diesel engine.

Yaris is the fourth highest selling Toyota passenger car ever sold in Australia – after Corolla, Camry and Corona. Cumulative sales in the country have passed 181,000 in just eight-and-a-half years since the nameplate arrived in late 2005.

More details of the new Yaris and its introduction will be announced soon.

April 22, 2014

Toyota TS040 Hybrid Race Car

Toyota Racing has unveiled the new 2014 TS040 Hybrid Race Car, which will compete in FIA World Endurance Championship. The new car, revealed today at the Paul Ricard circuit in the South of France, represents the most advanced hybrid technology in modern racing. Tomorrow it will begin an official championship test session, prior to making its competition debut at the season-opening Six Hours of Silverstone race on 20 April.

The drivetrain includes a 480HP (353 kW) all-wheel drive hybrid boost and 520HP (383 kW) 3.7 liter V8 petrol engine. The overall power is exactly 1,000HP (736 kW), so the rival manufacturers Audi and Porsche should be very concerned.

The new powertrain has been developed in line with revised WEC technical regulations, which put an emphasis on fuel economy. Teams are required to use 25% less fuel than in 2013, with savings achieved through changes to powertrains, aerodynamics and driving style. By adopting more road-relevant technology, the WEC will increase the possibilities for the transfer of Toyota’s race-bred technical know-how to its production cars, strengthening is status as the world’s leading manufacturer of hybrid vehicles.

Toyota Racing have made gains in efficiency and performance by using specialist lubricants they have developed with their official partner, Total. The more open regulations have also allowed the team to engineer a major increase in hybrid power, using a new motor-generator on the front axle in addition to the unit at the rear. Under deceleration, these motor generators apply braking force in combination with the traditional mechanical brakes to harvest energy, which is then transferred via an inverter to a super-capacitor. When the car accelerates, the motor-generators reverse their function, delivering a power boost to all four wheels.

2014 FIA World Endurance Championship Calendar:

20 Apr	Six Hours of Silverstone (GB)
3 May	Six Hours of Spa-Francorchamps (Bel)
14 Jun	Le Mans 24 Hours (Fra)
20 Sep	Six Hours of Circuit of the Americas (USA)
12 Oct	Six Hours of Fuji (Jpn)
2 Nov	Six Hours of Shanghai (Chi)
15 Nov	Six Hours of Bahrain
30 Nov	Six Hours of Sao Paulo (Bra)

Source: Toyota

March 27, 2014

Compact Toyota Aygo Revealed In Geneva

Toyota Aygo was just revealed at the Geneva Motor Show, showcasing a distinctive and characterful design. In these terms, the car was also dubbed J-Playful in reference to Japan’s hip youth culture.

Aygo is compact, nimble and reliable, and of course has low running costs, which are due to the three-cylinder 1.0-litre VVT-i petrol engine. The car sports relatively small dimensions; it has an overall length of 3,455mm, height of 1,460mm, and widened front and rear tracks.

The most striking design element is Aygo’s distinctive frontal X-graphic, which spreads outwards across the surface of the bodywork, and takes in all the vehicle’s main external features, including upper and lower grilles, headlamps, foglamps, and even mirrors and side glazing.

In profile, the roof has been lowered and the front header moved forwards. The result is that cabin’s centre of gravity also moves. The roof has a new pagoda-style profile and an integral rear spoiler. At the he rear end the tailgate and lower bumper form break lines in the vehicle’s solid surface. The lamp clusters are set within the hexagonal tailgate, and the upper bumper section widens into pronounced wheel arches.

Inside one can see the trapezoidal centre console, new design for the air vents, door trims and gear shift surround. The console supports a wide dashboard with a matt, anti-glare finish; it features a meter made of up concentric rings and central multi-information display.

The wheelbase remains unchanged for the 2014 Aygo and is 2,340 mm. Despite this fact, the cabin is longer by 9mm, and features wider armrests to enhance the comfort. There’s more room for luggage – additional 29 litres.

Toyota decided to make the model easily customizable. Optional features include X-shaped front grille, rear bumper insert, enhanced front bumper and alloy wheels, different design for the instrument panel, centre console, air vents, shift knob and gear lever surround. In addition, the brand is offering a choice of exterior and interior styling packs. 2014 Aygo will be fitted with x-touch multimedia system, operated using a fully integrated seven-inch touchscreen. This system is the first to come with a rear view camera as standard.

Furthermore, the car is driven by the three-cylinder 1.0-litre engine, which produces 68 hp (51kW) at 6,000rpm and 95 Nm (70 lb-ft) at 4,300rpm. The combined cycle fuel consumption here is estimated at 68.8mpg, while the CO2 emissions to 95g/km.

The engine will be mated to a five-speed manual transmission or optional new x-shift-automated manual transmission that can be used in fully automatic mode, or with manual gear selection using paddle shifts or the shift lever itself.

2014 Toyota Aygo Technical Specifications:

ENGINE	New AYGO	New AYGO (with x-shift)
Type	1.0 VVT-i	1.0 VVT-i
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Valve mechanism	4-valve DOHC	4-valve DOHC
Displacement (cc)	998	998
Bore x Stroke (mm)	71 x 84	71 x 84
Compression ratio	11.5:1	11.5:1
Max. power (bhp) kW @ rpm	(68) 51 @ 6,000	(68) 51 @ 6,000
Max. torque (Nm/rpm)	95 @ 4,300	95 @ 4,300
BRAKES
Front discs (mm)	247 x 20	247 x 20
Rear drums (mm)	200	200
SUSPENSION
Front	MacPherson strut	MacPherson strut
Rear	Torsion beam	Torsion beam
TRANSMISSION
Type	M/T	MMT (x-shift)
PERFORMANCE
Max. speed (mph)	99	99
0-62 mph (sec)	14.2	15.5
FUEL CONSUMPTION (subject to final homologation)
Combined (mpg)	68.9	67.3
Fuel tank capacity (l)	35	35
CO2 EMISSIONS (subject to final homologation)
Combined (g/km)	95	97
VEHICLE WEIGHT
Curb weight (kg)	840 – 890	855 – 910
Gross vehicle weight (kg)	1,240	1,240
EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Length (mm)	3,455	3,455
Width (mm)	1,615	1,615
Height (mm)	1,460	1,460
Front overhang (mm)	675	675
Rear overhang (mm)	440	440
Wheelbase (mm)	2,340	2,340
Drag coefficient (Cd)	0.29	0.29
Wheel Size (in)	14 or 15	14 or 15
Tyre size	165/65R14 or 165/60R15	165/65R14 or 165/60R15
INTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Interior length*	1,630*	1,630*
Interior width*	1,250 (3-door) 1,300 (5-door)	1,250 (3-door) 1,300 (5-door)
Interior height	1,205 (normal) 1,155 (canvas top)	1,205 (normal) 1,155 (canvas top)
Couple distance	806	806
Luggage space (l)	168	168

Source: Toyota

March 4, 2014

Pure Sports Feeling: Dotz Shift Toyota GT86

The iconic Toyota GT86, the latest version of which was introduced back in 2012, has fallen in the hands of the German based tuners at Dotz Shift. They decided to enhance their dynamic pearl white version of the car, thus making it delivering the purest sports feeling.

As a reminder, this Toyota is driven by a 200 hp (147 kW) 2L flat engine which ensures its Japanese-racing qualities. Regarding the refinement, the specialists have equipped the car with TRD body kit that adds onto the architecture of the model.

Precisely, the kit consists of a front and rear spoiler, a 4-pipe rear silencer and Eibach springs. Next, they have also given the GT86 a set of new shoes to run on, namely the Dotz Shift shiny black and polished 19 inch wheels.

In fact, they are unique and feature rim with the star pattern formed by seven slender, edgy double spokes and deep lip. They are also lightweight because the recessed center reduces the wheel’s mass. The wheels are also offered in numerous ABE applications from 15 to 19 inch.

Source: Dotz Shift

February 24, 2014

Toyota Aygo Teased Ahead Of Official Geneva Reveal

A brand new Toyota Aygo will be born at this year’s Geneva Motor Show of 4th of March. The Japanese company has just released a teaser image and video of the upcoming new model, and has promised that it will deliver fun-to-drive character and individuality.

In fact, in the video below, the chief engineer of the new Aygo tells that his aims when designing the car were to make it expressive, different and to catch the European spirit. See and hear for yourself what he adds next to this.

The major European car-exhibit will also mark the European premiere of Toyota’s hydrogen-powered FCV Concept, as well as the FV2. The latter is a future mobility concept that explores new interactions between driver, car and environment.

FV2 concept shows brand’s vision for the future of vehicles. What is interesting about it is that it does not use a steering wheel. How it operates? The driver shifts their body to intuitively move the vehicle.

Source: Toyota

February 19, 2014

Toyota Introduces 2014.5 Camry Hybrid SE Limited Edition

A new limited edition model will join the current Toyota Camry line-up. It is the 2014.5 Toyota Camry Hybrid SE Limited Edition. The reason for the not so typical model year is that the car will have a production run from February to June this year and will be limited to 5000 units.

Next to its sports styling cues, the vehicle offers 40 mpg EPA city fuel economy. This is due to the Toyota Hybrid Synergy drive. In details, Camry Hybrid SE Limited Edition is powered by a 2.5-liter, four-cylinder engine as well as a hybrid system with nickel metal hydride battery. Both produce a total system output of 200 hp (147 kW).

This limited edition Camry is built on Camry XLE Hybrid’s equipment level. However it adds also some goodies such as exclusive new front fascia, headlights, side rockers, rear valance, rear bumper, rear spoiler, and 17-inch wheels with low profile tires.

The interior of the car has been also enhanced specifically for the car. Inside one can find four-spoke leather-trimmed steering wheel, silver interior trim, instrument panel, center stack trim, and front and rear seats.

The car can be easily distinguished due to the added unique badging. Toyota also offers for this model optional package that will add a moonroof and Display Audio with Navigation and Entune Apps Suite.

2014.5 Camry Hybrid SE Limited Edition will be available in showrooms later this month with an initial price of $27,845 USD.

Source: Toyota

February 5, 2014

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