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A new Toyota Supra is in the plans of the Japanese manufacturer. After several years where big sporting group were reserved for Lexus, becomes a mythical successor prototype model based on the FT-HS that was presented at the Detroit Motor Show in 2007.

Becomes the Toyota Supra, or at least that seems the intention of the Japanese manufacturer. After the demise of market models as the legendary Celica, the MR-2 or the previous-generation Supra, the group’s plans Toyota on sports cars had focused on its luxury brand Lexus, with models such as the LFA and the new Toyota GT-86. However, at the Detroit Motor Show 2007, Toyota introduced the prototype FT-HS , a hybrid sport that did not go to production plans because of the financial crisis that began in 2008. Read more…

The luxury all-terrain Toyota Land Cruiser is updated with several new features. One of them is found in its V8 D-4D, which happens to fit the standard Euro 5 pollution control. With 272 hp and a fully equipped, this full-blooded 4×4 offers more value to attract the most loyal fans of driving off road.

A more complete equipment and a slight mechanical optimization, these are the main novelties introduced the Toyota Land Cruiser V8 D-4D. Its engine V8 turbodiesel 4,461 cm3 displacement and 272 hp at 3,600 rpm receive a series of enhancements that allow it to adapt to the pollution control regulations Euro 5, including a revamped diesel particulate filter. The stated torque stands at 66.28 Nm between 1,600 and 2,800 rpm. This diesel engine is coupled to a six-speed automatic transmission. The battalion accompanying technological Toyota Land Cruiser D-4D 272 hp is large. Among the most relevant systems, highlights the intelligent multi-terrain all-wheel drive, a device capable of varying the parameters of the accelerator, brakes and traction control according to surface conditions we are experiencing. This system has four operating options: earth and mud, gravel, rocks and Badenes. Read more…

The future has begun: Toyota linked the people with its car. The new plug-in hybrid concept called NS4 delivers a first indication of future mobility concepts. The task of the Toyota engineers was to develop a new mid-size vehicle that can celebrate its global launch in 2015 and offers the perfect addition to networking with a new hybrid system with shorter charging time. Toyota celebrates its premiere NS4 at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit (01/09/2012 – 01/22/2012).

The result was a concept car with a separate plug-in hybrid system, which differs from the Prius family and to meet the mobility needs of the future. The plug-in hybrid system of the NS4 smaller and lighter than previous solutions is efficient and has better acceleration. In addition, the Toyota NS4 with a reduced load time driving in pure electric mode longer than any previous models. More information about Toyota announced the new hybrid system is not yet known, unfortunately. Read more…

Its design at that time defined the notion of a new compact car. Designed according to the new design language for Toyota, the Aygo now gets a facelift, has a revised interior with new colors and an advanced infotainment offerings. Were also optimized the ride and the interior noise level.

Exterior: Distinctive styling with a new dynamism

Since its launch in 2005 has more than 580,000 customers worldwide opted for the deliverable as a three-or five-door city car. The length of the Aygo now measures 3,430 meters and thus 15 mm longer than its predecessor. In addition, the Aygo has short front and rear overhangs and a wheelbase of 2,340 meters and a total width of 1,615 meters. With a turning circle of 9, 96 meters, the little one is best suited for turning maneuvers in confined spaces. Read more…

The time is ripe for a new sports car from Toyota. The highly anticipated GT 86 celebrates its world premiere at the Tokyo Motor Show (03.12.2011 – 11.12.2011). Consistent with driver orientation and precise response to steering commands and gas to the rear wheel drive compact sports with real passion for care in its purest form. The market launch in Germany is scheduled for fall 2012.

Many will ask themselves now, from where comes the name “GT 86”. This refers to two milestones of Toyota: the “GT” is a reminiscence of the Toyota 2000 GT, the first super sports car from Toyota, which was introduced in 1965 and even the official car of James Bond was promoted. More importantly the “86”: this refers to the legendary Corolla Levin AE86 – a small lightweight coupe built from 1983 to 1987, which still represents the embodiment of simple, affordable mobile for many Toyota fans. Read more…

Toyota this year’s highlight for special applications: the Ultimate Motocross truck. It is one specifically for the needs of two-wheeled off-road vehicles designed pickup that is based on the full-size series model of tundra.

With the whole held in matt black Ultimate Truck Motocross biker is likely to be an inclined cross-befitting presence in the paddock sure where it gets thanks to the 5.7-liter engine for the Tundra’s also fast. For continued amazement of fellow motocross special equipment will provide the Ultimate Truck, for the makers who brought such competent partners and suppliers such as KMC, General Tire on board. Read more…

The Toyota Tacoma TRD T/X Baja series limited edition truck is a new extreme in the United States. Derived from the off-road racing, this special model is expected in open terrain or off-road playgrounds away from paved roads – of which there are many opportunities in North America – provide a lot of fun.

The label is prepared from the TRD abbreviations for “Toyota Racing Development” and T / X for “Tacoma Extreme”, which clear evidence for the ambitions of the pre-production vehicles. The name “Baja” comes from the long tradition that Toyota can boast in this series. Furthermore, the suffix shows where the technology comes to play in this pickup used: from racing. Read more…

With a new navigation system, Toyota would like to reduce the number of accidents, especially in areas of intersection. The system is compatible with a vehicle-infrastructure program, which the Japanese police has initiated and launched in July. The DSSS (Driving Safety Support System) program called monitored using infrared beacons on the road intersections and sends data to the vehicles approaching them.

The Toyota’s new navigation system receives this data and draws attention, the driver, for example, in a red light if it has responded already unable to traffic situation and slows its vehicle. Read more…

With a modern design and improved core competencies before driving the new Toyota Hilux, which comes in December 2011 in Germany on the market. At the heart of Japanese success pickups is the 2.5-liter turbo-diesel with 144 hp and a torque of 343 nm, which is already present with the help of variable guide vanes in the turbo charger at 2,000 rpm.

The average consumption falls by only 1 liter to 7.3 liters of diesel per 100 kilometers. Correspondingly a low CO2 emission comes from: only 193 g / km now emits the Hilux in the 2.5-liter version. For the double cab is still also the 3.0-liter diesel with 171 hp is a choice. All engines are equipped with a diesel particulate filter and meet the Euro 5 standard. Read more…

What is missing the Toyota Auris, is a shot sportsmanship. In the compact class make the Japanese a solid character and knows how to convince. The Auris has dynamic lines, but is just a face in the crowd. So this is not the case, Estilo.R created a brawny sport dress, which sharpens the young Asians with a new character.

The Auris equal much sportier looks with the new Aero Kit; the front spoiler lip on both sides of horns is precisely metered accents. So the front looks wider and stronger and the lower edge of the front is closer to the road. Read more…