Toyota Motor Corporation has announced a downward revision of its production forecast for July 2022, attributing the adjustment to an ongoing parts shortage exacerbated by the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Indus Motors rebuts plant shutdown reports
KARACHI: Indus Motors Company Limited (IMC), the manufacturer of Toyota motors in Pakistan, on Wednesday strongly rebuts the news reports about complete shutdown of its plants.
In a communication sent to Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), the company said IMC acknowledged the auto sector is facing unprecedented difficulties in its operations due to ongoing economic challenges and factors beyond the control of automobiles manufacturers.
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“The unprecedented devaluation of Pakistan Rupee (PKR), coupled with restrictions imposed by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) regarding prior LC approval for Completely Knocked Down (CKD) imports and continuing financing instability has radically impacted the auto industry,” the company said.
The company clarified that as of today (July 27, 2022), there are no plans fixed for complete plant shutdown for more than two weeks in the month of August 2022.
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“The production schedule of the company and any non-production days remain contingent on a number of external and variable factors,” the company said.
The company is actively monitoring its production and operations, and is closely working with the government and the SBP to alleviate the present challenges.
The company in its communication said that in the event that there is any material update regarding the aforesaid matter, it will be timely communicated to the PSX as per the requirement of PSX regulations.
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COVID-19 cases reported at Toyota work sites
Takaoka Plant in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan: Toyota Motors Corporation on Tuesday announced COVID-19 cases reported at its work sites.
In a statement the company said that this news may cause to people in the surrounding regions.
The virus is an issue that has the potential to affect all Toyota locations and we are continuously working to further enhance our communication and health checks with staff at all locations.
“Toyota is actively implementing measures to prevent the further spread of the virus and remain committed to provide timely updates as the situation requires,” the company added.
The company shared the following information:
Announced on July 26, 2022
Location, Worksite
Takaoka Plant in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan
Type of worker
Line workers (a male in his 20’s, two males in their 30’s, a male in his 40’s, a female in her 30’s.)
Affect to production operation
Suspended operations on production line #1 at Takaoka plant for the second shift on July 26.
Date tested positive
July 24 and 25, 2022
Last date at work
July 23, 2022
Date work site was disinfected
July 25 and 26, 2022
Announced on January 20, 2022
Location, Worksite
Tsutsumi Plant in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan
Type of worker
Line workers (4 males each in their 20’s, 30’s, 40’s and 50’s.)
Affect to production operation
Suspended operations on production line #1 at Tsutsumi plant for the second shift on January 20.
Date tested positive
January 17, 18, and 19, 2022
Last date at work
January 17, 2022
Date work site was disinfected
January 17, 18, and 19, 2022
Announced on January 19, 2022
Location, Worksite
Tsutsumi Plant in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan
Type of worker
Line workers (ten males in 20’s, one male in 30’s, and three males in 40’s.)
Affect to production operation
Decided to suspend operations on production line #2 at Tsutsumi plant for the first shift from January 19 to 22.
Date tested positive
January 18 and 19, 2022
Last date at work
January 18 and 19, 2022
Date work site was disinfected
January 18 and 19, 2022
Location, Worksite
Tsutsumi Plant in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan
Type of worker
Line workers (eight males in 20’s and 40’s.)
Affect to production operation
Production line #2 at Tsutsumi plant halted operation for the first shift on January 19.
Date tested positive
January 18, 2022
Last date at work
January 18, 2022
Date work site was disinfected
January 18, 2022
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Global car manufacturers agree to introduce electric mini-commercial vans
TOKYO, Japan: Leading global car manufacturers have agreed to work towards the market introduction of mini-commercial van electric vehicles (BEVs) in FY 2023 to achieve carbon neutrality.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, Suzuki Motor Corporation (Suzuki), Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd. (Daihatsu), Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota), and Commercial Japan Partnership Technologies Corporation (CJPT) announced that they have agreed to work towards the market introduction of mini-commercial van electric vehicles (BEVs) in FY2023 to achieve carbon neutrality.
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Mini-commercial vehicles cover areas accessible only to them because of their small size and are important in supporting last-mile logistics. They have become widespread accounting for about 60% of the total commercial vehicle fleet, making them a type of vehicle capable of contributing significantly to the achievement of carbon neutrality if electrification advances.
However, a major issue in promoting the electrification of mini-commercial vehicles is the increasing burden on society as a whole, including the higher vehicle costs associated with electrification, the costs related to charging infrastructure, and the charging time (downtime: a period when vehicles and cargo are stopped).
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It is under these circumstances, to realize an affordable mini-commercial van BEV that meets the usage needs of commercial customers, CJPT will participate in the planning, and Suzuki, Daihatsu, and Toyota will jointly develop a BEV system suitable for mini-commercial vehicles by combining Suzuki and Daihatsu’s know-how in manufacturing mini vehicles with Toyota’s electrification technology.
The mini-commercial van BEV developed by these four companies will be used by partners in social implementation projects in Fukushima Prefecture and Tokyo.
Suzuki, Daihatsu, Toyota, and CJPT will continue to promote efforts to practically achieve carbon neutrality through the provision of sustainable means of transportation.
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Toyota unveils all new Crown for first time
JAPAN: Toyota Motor Corporation on Friday unveiled its all new Crown. The four new models of Crown are Crown (Crossover Type), Crown (Sport Type), Crown (Sedan Type), and Crown (Estate Type).
The company will release the Crown (Crossover Type) as the first model during the fall of this year.
TOYOTA has unveiled the all new Crown for the first time in the world, and will release the Crown (Crossover type) as the first model around the fall of this year.
The Crown made its initial debut in 1955 as Toyota’s first mass production passenger vehicle created with Toyota’s own domestic technology. The DNA of “innovation and limit-pushing” that led to the creation of the first independently developed luxury car in the early postwar period has been passed down to successive models of Crowns for the past 67 years, always pursuing new values that are one step ahead of the times and loved by many customers.
However, the times have changed even faster, and the Crown has become unable to fully meet the diversifying needs of its customers, and its presence as a flagship vehicle has become less significant.
In designing the new Crown, the development team thoroughly reexamined what “Crown” is, and as a result of their pursuit of a “Crown for a new era,” they have created four completely new models. In addition to the Crossover type, a new style that combines a sedan and an SUV, the Sport offers a sporty driving experience with an enticing atmosphere and an easy-to-drive package. The Sedan is a new formal design that meets the needs of chauffeurs, and the Estate is a functional SUV with a mature atmosphere and ample driving space. The new series will be rolled out in about 40 countries and regions.
The details of the new Crown (Crossover type) are as follows.
Vehicle Outline
The “Crown” for the future reimagined from the ground up with a high-quality minimalist design
Exterior Design
The stylish, coupe-like silhouette is combined with elevated styling that conveys a sense of strength, achieving both fluidity and dynamism and expressing a completely new form of a flagship vehicle for a new era.
The headlights and taillights, connected from left to right in a single straight line, and the side view that expresses sophistication through surface variation without relying on character lines, combine to create a simple yet refined and majestic design.
Large-diameter tires that break with the conventional idea of a sedan have been adopted. By applying innovations to the body structure to create an underbody that extends outward close to the sides of the body and carefully examining the balance of the spaces between the body and the tires, we have created a powerful style that is neither a sedan nor an SUV with the sense of stability representative of an elevated sedan.
Interior Design
Horizontally integrating the display and operating equipment creates a functional layout that can be operated intuitively from any seat. The wrap-around form from the instrument panel to the doors also give a sense that all seats are special, enabling the driver to focus on driving and providing comfortable and enjoyable mobility for passengers.
Meticulous attention to every interior component, including the understated and welcoming decorations of WARM STEEL, an invitingly shaped and comfortable shift knob, seats that focus on instantly recognizable finishing and provide a sense of security when seated, and other features, helps create a space with a sense of quality and richness.
Color Design
In terms of body colors, the newly developed “Precious Bronze” and “Precious Ray” as well as other distinctive bytone colors are coordinated to express the new Crown’s transformation. A total of 12 body color and four interior color combinations offer a wide range of variations.
Effortless and dignified driving and a comfortable ride becoming of a Toyota flagship
2.4-liter Turbo Hybrid System
The hybrid system, which combines an inline 4-cylinder turbo engine that produces powerful torque even at low RPM, the latest eAxle electric powertrain that provides high driving torque, and a newly-developed bipolar nickel-hydrogen battery have been combined for the first time by Toyota. The hybrid system responds linearly to the operation of the accelerator by the driver creating a driving feel with a sense of comfortable acceleration.
2.5-liter Series Parallel Hybrid System
The Crown (Crossover type) is equipped with an optimized, high-efficiency hybrid system and a newly-developed bi-polar nickel-hydrogen battery, achieving class-leading fuel economy and quietness and further advancing the high-quality and smooth driving performance distinctive of the Crown.
Newly developed platform
Using a hip point higher than earlier sedans enabled through the adoption of large-diameter wheels makes entry and exit easier and allows excellent visibility. Additional space is provided above the head and to the front and rear to create a comfortable interior space with the sense that every seat is a first-class seat.
While the package prioritizes ease of entry and exit and driving, the TNGA platform provides a lightweight and well-balanced high-rigidity body. The use of McPherson struts in the front and a multi-link suspension in the rear also allows for solid straight-line stability characteristic of the Crown, agility, and a flat feeling that does not blur the line of sight. All these features along with a smooth ride with minimal vibration were pursued to achieve a comfort level that makes you want to stay in the car for a long time.
The most advanced safety and driving support systems provide reassuring and convenient driving
Toyota Safety Sense
Toyota Safety Sense, the latest active safety package with advanced and improved functions, is standard on all Crown grades. The range of accidents it can respond to has been expanded even further, enabling enjoyable driving with peace of mind.
Toyota Teammate
The new Crown (Crossover type) is equipped with Toyota Teammate, a suite of driver-assistance technologies. Advanced Drive (support during traffic congestion), which supports safe driving in traffic congestion, Advanced Park (with remote function), which automatically parks and exits from a parking space in a variety of parking situations and can be operated remotely as well, and other safety and convenient advanced functions are included.
The new Crown (Crossover type) will also start being offered via the KINTO*4 car subscription service. When ordered through KINTO, automobile insurance, periodic maintenance, and various other vehicle expenses are included in the monthly payments. Customers, corporations, and individuals can sign up either online or at a dealer to enjoy easy access.
In addition, if the “Cancellation Fee Free Plan” is selected as the payment method, the cancellation fee can be reduced to zero and the vehicle usage can be continued after the expiration of the initial three-year contract period by paying a predetermined application fee. The CROSSOVER G “Advanced Leather Package” monthly fee starts at 89,100 JPY (including tax).