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Toyota Motor Corp telah membuat rancangan untuk menangani masalah ujian keselamatan di syarikatnya Daihatsu. Mereka mahu membina semula kepercayaan dengan peniaga, pelanggan dan pekerja mereka. Toyota kini akan menyelia pensijilan model di Daihatsu dan bertanggungjawab dalam bidang seperti membuat produk baharu dan mendapatkan alat ganti.

Terdapat masalah apabila mendapat tahu Daihatsu menipu dalam ujian keselamatan. Ini menyebabkan Daihatsu menghentikan pengeluaran kereta buat sementara waktu, dan kerajaan berkata mereka mesti melakukan ujian yang betul pada masa hadapan. Pemimpin baharu Daihatsu, Masahiro Inoue, memohon maaf atas apa yang berlaku dan berjanji untuk membuat Daihatsu lebih baik.

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Toyota mahu menambah baik cara Daihatsu beroperasi. Mereka mahu pekerja berkomunikasi dengan lebih baik dan lebih fokus pada keselamatan daripada membuat wang. Toyota juga telah mengambil tindakan dalaman, dengan 10 bekas ahli pengurusan Daihatsu memulangkan bonus mereka untuk tahun kewangan 2023.

Bonus yang dikembalikan termasuk bekas pengerusi Sunao Matsubayashi, bekas Presiden Soichiro Okudaira, dan naib presiden eksekutif Hiromasa Hoshika. Pengarah Yusuke Takeda dan Toshinori Edamoto akan mengembalikan 50%, manakala ketua pegawai lain akan kembali antara 10% hingga 50%.

Tambahan pula, Daihatsu mengumumkan pemansuhan jawatan Pengurus Eksekutif dan Timbalan Pengurus Eksekutif untuk menyelaraskan struktur pelaporan, berikutan keputusan awal untuk memansuhkan jawatan Pengerusi. Langkah-langkah ini bertujuan untuk menangani penyelewengan prosedur dan memupuk budaya pematuhan dan akauntabiliti dalam Daihatsu.

Following a safety testing scandal at its subsidiary Daihatsu, Toyota Motor Corp has announced measures to regain trust among dealers, customers, and workers. Daihatsu’s new president, Masahiro Inoue, stated that Toyota will oversee model certification at Daihatsu, taking a leadership role in various areas including product development and procurement.

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The scandal involved allegations of widespread cheating on safety testing, leading to production halts and a government order for proper tests and prevention measures. Inoue, who previously oversaw Toyota’s business in South America, apologised for the misconduct and vowed to revive Daihatsu.

In addition to oversight by Toyota, Daihatsu aims to improve communication among ranks, prioritise safety over market share, and change the basic way people work within the company. Toyota has also taken internal actions, with 10 former Daihatsu management members returning their bonuses for the financial year 2023.

The returned bonuses include those of former chairman Sunao Matsubayashi, former President Soichiro Okudaira, and executive vice president Hiromasa Hoshika. Director Yusuke Takeda and Toshinori Edamoto will return 50%, while other chief officers will return between 10% to 50%.

Furthermore, Daihatsu announced the abolition of the job titles of Executive Manager and Deputy Executive Manager to streamline reporting structures, following an earlier decision to abolish the position of Chairman. These measures aim to address the procedural irregularities and foster a culture of compliance and accountability within Daihatsu.

UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) telah mula menerima tempahan untuk Van Toyota HiAce Super Long Wheelbase (SLWB) serba baharu, tambahan yang dinanti-nantikan kepada barisan HiAce yang menetapkan piawaian baharu dalam keluasan dan prestasi untuk kenderaan utiliti. HiAce baharu menawarkan kecekapan, keselamatan dan pengalaman pemanduan yang lancar.

Toyota HiAce SLWB baharu menonjol dengan saiznya yang mengagumkan, berukuran 5,915mm panjang, 1,950mm lebar dan 2,280mm tinggi. Jarak roda yang memanjang 3,860mm memberikan ruang dalaman yang luas, meningkatkan keselesaan penumpang dan kargo untuk perjalanan jauh. Peningkatan dalam dimensi menawarkan lebih banyak ruang dalaman dan meningkatkan kestabilan dan dinamik pemanduan, memastikan keselesaan dan kecekapan untuk setiap perjalanan.

Kuasa HiAce ialah enjin turbo-diesel 2.8 liter 1GD-FTV yang menghasilkan 177PS pada 3,400 rpm dan tork 450Nm antara 1,600 hingga 2,400 rpm. Dipasangkan dengan transmisi Automatik 6-kelajuan dengan Sequential Shift, enjin ini memastikan pecutan lancar dan pengendalian yang unggul.

Ciri-ciri ketara termasuk Lampu Sliding Doorstep dan Perakam Video Digital Hadapan (DVR) terbina dalam untuk keselamatan dan kemudahan. Penambahan ini meningkatkan keterlihatan semasa masuk dan keluar dan menyediakan ciri keselamatan tambahan untuk ketenangan fikiran. Selain itu, Toyota HiAce SLWB dilengkapi dengan tali pinggang keledar 3 mata di semua tempat duduk, mengutamakan keselamatan setiap penumpang.

Evolusi terbaharu dalam siri HiAce ini menjanjikan untuk mewujudkan penanda aras baharu untuk van tingkap 10 tempat duduk, memenuhi keperluan perniagaan dan keluarga. Pelanggan yang berminat boleh menempah Toyota HiAce SLWB untuk mengalami dimensi unggul, ciri canggih dan enjin yang mantap, menjadikannya pilihan pilihan untuk kebolehpercayaan dan serba boleh dalam operasi komersial.

UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) has announced the commencement of order-taking for the all-new Toyota HiAce Super Long Wheelbase (SLWB) Window Van, a highly anticipated addition to the HiAce lineup that sets new standards in spaciousness and performance for utility vehicles. The new HiAce offers outstanding efficiency, safety, and a seamless driving experience.

The new Toyota HiAce SLWB stands out with its imposing size, stretching to an impressive length of 5,915mm. With a width of 1,950mm and a height of 2,280mm, the van significantly exceeds its predecessor in size. The elongated wheelbase, now extending to 3,860mm, provides a spacious interior, enhancing passenger and cargo comfort for long journeys. The increase in dimensions, including a length expansion of 1,220mm, width increase of 255mm, and height rise of 300mm, not only offers more interior space but also enhances stability and driving dynamics. This improvement in size and design underscores the HiAce SLWB’s evolution, ensuring comfort and efficiency for every journey and reflecting its leap towards enhanced practical utility.

At the core of the HiAce Super Long Wheelbase is the potent 2.8-litre 1GD-FTV turbo-diesel engine, delivering 177PS at 3,400 rpm and torque of 450Nm between 1,600 to 2,400 rpm. Paired with a 6-speed Automatic transmission with Sequential Shift, this engine ensures smooth acceleration and superior handling for a van of its size.

 

Other notable features such as the Sliding Doorstep Lamp and a built-in Front Digital Video Recorder (DVR) underscore Toyota’s dedication to safety and convenience. These additions aim to improve visibility during entry and exit and provide drivers with added security features for peace of mind. Furthermore, the Toyota HiAce SLWB comes equipped with 3-point seatbelts across all seats, prioritising the safety of every occupant during transit.

This latest evolution in the HiAce series promises to establish a new benchmark for 10-seater window vans. The new Toyota HiAce SLWB is tailored for businesses requiring a reliable, spacious, and efficient vehicle, as well as for families seeking a comfortable and secure mode of transportation.

Interested customers are encouraged to experience the new era of utility vehicle performance by booking the Toyota HiAce SLWB. With its superior dimensions, advanced features, and robust engine, the HiAce is poised to become the preferred choice for users seeking reliability and versatility in their commercial operations.

Pada Februari, Toyota Motor menghadapi penurunan 7% dalam jualan global berbanding tempoh yang sama tahun lepas. Sebab utama di sebalik penurunan ini ialah penurunan ketara dalam jualan di China, pasaran kereta terbesar di dunia, di mana jualan jatuh sebanyak 36%. Faktor yang menyumbang kepada penurunan ini termasuk masa cuti Tahun Baru Lunar dan persaingan tegang dalam pasaran yang membawa kepada perang harga.

Walaupun menghadapi kesukaran di China, Toyota mengalami peningkatan sebanyak 16% dalam jualan A.S. dan kenaikan 14% dalam jualan Eropah untuk Februari. Bagaimanapun, jualan domestik di Jepun merosot sebanyak satu pertiga disebabkan pemberhentian pengeluaran di Daihatsu, unit kereta kecil Toyota, yang turut menghadapi kerosakan pada reputasinya daripada skandal ujian keselamatan yang dilaporkan hampir setahun lalu.

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In February, Toyota Motor experienced a 7% drop in global sales compared to the same period last year. This decline was primarily attributed to a significant decrease in sales in China, the largest auto market globally, where sales plummeted by 36%. The decline in China was influenced by several factors, including the timing of the Lunar New Year holiday and intense competition in the market, leading to a price war.

While the Lunar New Year holiday fell in February this year compared to January last year, contributing to the decline in sales, Toyota also faced challenges from fierce competition in China’s auto market. However, for January and February combined, the sales decline in China was less severe at 0.7%.

Despite the challenges in China, Toyota saw a 16% surge in U.S. sales and a 14% increase in European sales for February. However, domestic sales in Japan plummeted by a third due to production stoppages at Daihatsu, a small car unit of Toyota, which also faced reputational damage from a safety test scandal reported almost a year ago.

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Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Toyota, Ted Ogawa, berkata dia tidak pasti kenderaan elektrik akan menjadi sangat popular di Amerika menjelang 2030. Walaupun kerajaan mahukan banyak kereta elektrik di jalan raya, Toyota masih lebih berminat untuk membuat kereta hibrid.

Ogawa berkata Toyota akan terus membuat apa yang orang mahukan, dan sekarang, itu kebanyakannya kereta hibrid. Toyota membelanjakan banyak wang untuk membuat kereta hibrid di Amerika Utara.

Kerajaan mahu lebih separuh daripada semua kereta baharu menjadi elektrik menjelang 2030, tetapi Toyota menyasarkan hanya 30%. Ogawa berkata Toyota mungkin hanya membeli kredit untuk memenuhi peraturan kerajaan dan bukannya mengubah rancangannya.

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Toyota’s CEO, Ted Ogawa, has expressed a conservative outlook regarding the penetration of electric vehicles (EVs) in the US market by 2030. Despite targets set by the EPA, Toyota aims to leverage its position as a hybrid advocate rather than heavily investing in battery electric vehicles (BEVs).

Ogawa emphasised Toyota’s commitment to aligning with customer demand, which currently leans towards various forms of electrification, predominantly hybrids with internal combustion engines. Toyota’s strategy revolves around meeting this demand while maintaining its hybrid-centric approach.

Toyota’s investment in a $13.9 million battery complex in North Carolina underscores its commitment to hybrid and EV production in North America. The company has poured approximately $17 billion into its US manufacturing operations since 2021, with a particular focus on hybrid production.

While the EPA’s 2030 regulations push for over half of new cars to be BEVs, Toyota’s plan targets only 30%. Ogawa acknowledges the regulatory gap and hints at potential credit purchases to meet compliance while prioritizing customer demand over regulatory pressures.

Despite being a top-selling automaker, Toyota’s EV sales lag behind competitors like Tesla. Ogawa admits the company’s technological gap in battery technology but asserts active efforts to catch up, emphasising not only product development but also creating a supportive ecosystem for BEVs, including charging infrastructure and energy management solutions.

Toyota’s strategy in the evolving EV market reflects a cautious yet adaptive approach, prioritising customer demand and leveraging its expertise in hybrid technology. While the company faces challenges in meeting regulatory targets and competing with established EV manufacturers, its investments and commitment to innovation signal a proactive stance in navigating the transition towards electrification.

Peminat automotif dan penggemar perlumbaan sedang menyaksikan transformasi yang menakjubkan apabila jurutera dan pelumba Finland, Mikko Kataja, meningkatkan prestasi Toyota Starletnya dengan enjin Suzuki Hayabusa V8.

Dikenali dengan pengubahsuaian yang mengagumkan dan kemenangan mendaki bukit, bengkel Kataja, VHT Racing, telah menjadi sinonim dengan menolak sempadan kuasa dan kecekapan automotif.

Toyota Starlet, yang sebelum ini dikuasakan oleh enjin Toyota 4AGE, mengalami peningkatan yang luar biasa untuk musim perlumbaan 2023. Kataja beralih kepada enjin Suzuki Hayabusa V8 2.6 liter, khususnya model Gen One oleh Radical Precision Engineering, kerana reka bentuk yang padat, berat yang agak ringan, dan kuasa yang hebat.

Walaupun konfigurasi semasa menghasilkan 345hp pada 10,500rpm, VHT Racing mempunyai rancangan yang lebih besar. Sebuah versi 2.7 liter Hayabusa V8 generasi kedua sedang dalam pembuatan, dilengkapi dengan piston Cosworth yang bertenaga tinggi untuk penyerahan kuasa yang lebih baik. Kedua-dua iterasi akan mengekalkan reka bentuk semula jadi tanpa pam udara.

Dalam peranan sebagai pengurus projek di Bosch Motorsport, Kataja, yang menyelesaikan masalah teknikal untuk pelanggan, telah menyatukan keahlian kejuruteraannya ke dalam dunia perlumbaan.

Memiliki Toyota Starlet selama lebih dari dua dekad, perjalanan Kataja dengan kenderaan itu bermula pada tahun 2000 apabila dia membeli Starlet yang berada dalam bajet untuk projek kereta lumba semasa pengajian kejuruteraannya. Walaupun mengalami cabaran, termasuk kemalangan terbalik, Starlet itu menjadi tesis akhirnya dalam pengajian kejuruteraan mekanikal perlumbaan.

Kini, dengan enjin Suzuki Hayabusa V8, Toyota Starlet Mikko Kataja bersedia untuk menentukan semula standard perlumbaan, dengan anggaran kuasa 440hp di hujung jalan. Gabungan teknologi terkini dan warisan perlumbaan bertujuan menjadikan VHT Racing sebagai daya pendorong utama dalam dunia automotif.

Automotive enthusiasts and racing aficionados are witnessing a groundbreaking transformation as Finnish engineer and racer Mikko Kataja elevates the performance of his Toyota Starlet with the potent Suzuki Hayabusa V8 engine.

Known for his impressive modifications and hill climb victories, Kataja’s workshop, VHT Racing, has become synonymous with pushing the boundaries of automotive power and efficiency.

The Toyota Starlet, previously powered by the Toyota 4AGE engine, is undergoing a remarkable upgrade for the 2023 racing season. Kataja turned to the Suzuki Hayabusa V8 2.6-liter engine, specifically the Gen One model by Radical Precision Engineering, for its compact design, relatively lightweight, and formidable power.

While the current configuration produces an impressive 345hp at 10,500rpm, VHT Racing has even grander plans. A second-gen 2.7-litre version of the Hayabusa V8 is in the works, equipped with high-compression Cosworth pistons for enhanced power delivery. Both iterations will maintain a naturally aspirated design.

In his role as a project manager at Bosch Motorsport, Kataja, who troubleshoots technical issues for customers, has seamlessly integrated his engineering expertise into the realm of racing.

Having owned the Toyota Starlet for over two decades, Kataja’s journey with the car began in 2000 when he purchased a budget-friendly Starlet for a rally car project during his engineering studies. Despite setbacks, including a rollover accident, the Starlet became his final thesis in motorsport mechanical engineering studies.

Now, with the Suzuki Hayabusa V8 engine, Kataja’s Toyota Starlet is poised to redefine racing standards, with an estimated 440hp on the horizon. The fusion of cutting-edge technology and a racing legacy is set to make VHT Racing a driving force in the automotive world.

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