Le Mans Pole Position Goes to Audi R18 e-tron
The 24 hours of Le Mans is set to run this weekend, and with qualifying now over, the starting lineup has been revealed with Audi sitting on the pole.
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The Japanese car company Toyota is known for being one of the largest car companies in the world. Although here in North America, they’re stereotyped as being boring, family friendly cars. Toyota made a huge splash by bringing the Prius Hybrid vehicle to the consumer market. The Prius has quickly become an instantly recognizable vehicle that reached celebrity status. Toyota now has a few Hybrids available, and seem to be leading the way for alternate, green fuel.
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Top 10 Most Reliable Family Cars
Sometimes it’s pretty difficult to determine what makes a vehicle reliable. But one sound way is to look back and see how much the average repair cost was for a vehicle over three to five years, and seeing which ones suffered the least breakdowns. Data was studied using 100,000 auto warranty policies linked to family...
Toyota Camette Concept Tantalizes Tokyo Toy Show
With readily removable body panels and no plans for production, Toyota took to the Tokyo Toy Show — Camette concept in tow.
Trucks From Failed ‘Terra Nova’ Fox TV Show For Sale
Well, you can’t blame Fox for at least trying to recoup any of the costs it sunk into producing the failed television show, Terra Nova.
Onboard Video of Toyota’s TS030 Hybrid Race Car
Finishing fourth and fifth in practice ahead of qualifying for the 24 Hours of Le Mans, Toyota’s TS030 Hybrid race cars are set to mark the brand’s return to what might just be the word’s most famous race.
Apple Voice Recognition Adopted by Nine Automakers
Apple, the technology guru, is teaming up with major automotive manufacturers to bring its Siri voice-recognition personal assistant system to a long list of cars.
Toyota 100 Cars for Good Program Announces First 25 Winners
Now well underway, the Toyota 100 Cars for Good Program is announcing the first list of businesses that will be awarded a free vehicle to further advance their work.
Scion iQ Two-Cylinder Hybrid a Possibility
A small two-cylinder hybrid engine is in the works at Toyota, and it could be finding its way into the Toyota iQ and or the Aygo.
NHTSA Investigating Toyota, GM and Honda
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened investigations into defects found on 2006-2008 Toyota RAV4’s, 2005 Honda Pilots and 2007-2009 GMC Acadia and Saturn Outlook.
Toyota Announces Pike’s Peak Hill Climb EV
Cars scheduled to compete in the Pike’s Peak International Hill Climb keep coming into focus, but this year the hot trend seems to be running electric vehicles (EVs) up the mountain.
Toyota ‘Road to Le Mans’ to Air June 15 on SPEED – Video
With its main rival at the upcoming 24 Hours of Le Mans being none other than Audi, Toyota is taking a page from the German automaker’s playbook by documenting its preparation for the endurance classic.
Toyota Prius Plug-In Powers Home Four Times Longer than Nissan Leaf
Taking a step toward expanding what an electric vehicle can do, Toyota is experimenting with using a Prius as a home power generator.
Toyota Reaches 1 Million Facebook Fans, Releases World’s Lamest Thank You
Toyota nabbed its millionth fan on Facebook and is thanking the people who made it possible by “liking” the page by releasing a new banner photo that features a grid of about 100 profile pictures in black and white.
Toyota GT 86 Launches in Indonesia with Massive Drift Demo – Video
Toyota is launching the GT 86 and Scion FR-S around the world and Indonesia’s release took place last Friday to the tune of a couple smoking tires.
Toyota TS-030 Race Cars Get New Livery, Place 4th and 5th in Le Mans Testing
Ahead of the 24 Hours of Le Mans in two weeks time, Toyota debuted its duo of TS030 Hybrid race cars at the famous Circuit de la Sarthe for the first test day, finishing with solid times, but still short of the Audis that have dominated the sport for a decade.
R2-D2, C-3PO Promote Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid in New Japanese Ad – Video
There are very few iconic characters that can be recognized worldwide, but Star Wars‘ R2-D2 and C-3PO are undoubtedly two droids with universal appeal.
Toyota GT 86 Accessories Announced for Europe
Toyota’s GT 86, called the Scion FR-S in North America, has been billed from the beginning as an affordable sports car engineered for enthusiasts, so makes sense that the company would offer a list of customization accessories to personalize the sport coupe.
Toyota TS030 Hybrid Shows Off Race Day Livery Ahead of Le Mans
Ahead of the car’s competition debut in just under two weeks time, Toyota has unveiled new livery for its TS030 Hybrids.
2014 Corolla Might Get Ventilated Seats for US: Chief Engineer Says
Still a decent distance away from U.S. production, the 11th generation Toyota Corolla is giving us a few hints of what we could expect through the Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) version.
Toyota Prius c Fails to Get Consumer Reports’ Nod
Ravenous demand for the Toyota Prius c drove dealerships to jack prices up above the MSRP when it initially launched, but that isn’t helping it win any extra points with Consumer Reports which said it couldn’t recommend the vehicle.
Google Turns to Toyota iQ to Complete Belgium Street View – Video
Those that have ever been out to Europe are well aware of how narrow some of the roads can be, and even how scary it is to take a conventional vehicle down one of the roads packed with pedestrians.
Top 10 Most Fuel Efficient AWD Cars and Crossovers
Fuel efficiency is quickly becoming one of the most sought after elements in a new car. However finding a car with good fuel efficiency usually means you have to make a few compromises.
Honda, Lexus Tops in Perceived Quality: Study
The perceived quality of a brand takes years to build, and a reputation can be tarnished by one faulty car. Honda ranks at the top of the perceived quality list, followed closely by Toyota and Subaru.
Should You Buy a Car with a CVT Transmission?
Looking for a smoother ride and improved fuel economy in your next car? Then you may want to consider a vehicle with a continuously variable transmission (CVT).
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