TMC Announces Regular Personnel Changes

by News Feeder, 17-06-2024, 02:49 AM

On August 1, Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) will make the following personnel changes at the sub-executive managerial level.

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Newbe Lexus owner.

by Andy_C, 16-06-2024, 03:18 PM

Hi guys, I thought I would come and introduce myself. I've Had my Lexus IS200 since March and so far I'm enjoying Lexus owner ship. I've had mostly French cars in the past, mainly Renaulsports - except for owning a 350z 313 for a while so its nice to drive a car that is quiet and solidly built. Are there many members here from South Wales?

Heading into Fuji aiming for 4 consecutive victories

by News Feeder, 16-06-2024, 04:17 AM

Round 5 of the AUTOBACS SUPER GT 2016 season, the FUJI GT 300KM RACE, will be held over August 6th to 7th at Fuji Speedway, Oyama, Sunto District, Shizuoka Prefecture. Although round 2 was held at Fuji over the Golden Week vacation as a 500km race, this time around the racing distance will be 300km. On top of that, the air and road surface temperature has significantly increased and it is predicted to be a tough race not only for the cars and tires, but also the drivers. Although no official tests were held here leading up to this round, with official tests held in March and round 2 being occurring here in May, the teams have a plethora of data from which to work with. Preparations are all set for an intense battle to unfold.2016 SUPER GT Round 2, “Fuji GT 500km RACE” This season, the Michelin tire sporting #1 NISMO of Tsugio Matsuda / Ronnie Quintarelli, which has its sight set on a series first 3 consecutive titles, took two victories in a row at the opening round at Okayama and round 2 at Fuji. With the Yokohama Tires wearing #24 KONDO RACING driven by Daiki Sasaki / Masataka Yanagida taking their season first victory the other day in round 4 (round 3 at Autopolis was cancelled so this acted as the third race of the season), held near Sendai at Sportsland SUGO, the GT-R has effectively achieved 3 consecutive victories since the opening round. Although they have had a string of bad luck and are yet to grab a win, the #46 MOLA of Satoshi Motoyama / Katsumasa Chiyo, also riding on Michelins, and Hironobu Yasuda / Joao Paolo de Oliveira’s Bridgestone sporting #12 TEAM IMPUL have both demonstrated competitive pace and are clearly capable of being top contenders.One of the unique aspects of the SUPER GT is the assignment of handicap weight proportionate to the number of earned points in order to ensure close battles. Until last year the maximum handicap weight was set at 50kg and anything beyond that was achieved through an equivalent fuel restrictor. However, this season the maximum weight has been raised to 100kg. For this reason, the #1 NISMO, having achieved two consecutive victories and earning 2 points at SUGO will be laden with 84kg of ballast as it heads into the next round. Although the effect of the weight is undeniable, since the 2014 regulations were adopted the GT-R has taken 4 victories in 5 rounds at Fuji, proving that it is clearly a strong circuit for the car. Of course it would be best not to be overtly heavy and within the GT-Rs the #46 MOLA and #12 TEAM IMPUL, which was on the verge of winning at Fuji in May before some last minute trouble, are relatively light, raising hopes that they can achieve a comeback. Although the possibility of a counterattack from other rivals cannot be overlooked, the GT-R’s Fuji low drag specs are competitive and the likelihood of a strong showing from the GT-R is high.In the GT300 class the #3 NDDP RACING, driven by Kazuki Hoshino and GT Academy graduate, Jann Mardenborough, grabbed victory at Fuji in round 2 and is garnering a lot of attention. Despite being weighed down with a class heaviest 42kg handicap weight at SUGO, that left them unable to secure a top order qualification, they achieved a phenomenal comeback to place 5th. Going into its fifth season since debuting, the GT-R NISMO GT3 has further enhanced its brake performance and there are high hopes that, as with the Fuji round in May, the Nissan machines will achieve another double title in both classes.###

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Nissan production, sales and export results for June 2016 and the first half of 2016

by News Feeder, 16-06-2024, 01:54 AM

YOKOHAMA, Japan (July 28, 2016) - Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today announced its production, sales and export figures for June 2016 and the first half of 2016 (January-June).“Our strong start to 2016 is continuing, with global sales and production both reaching all-time highs for the January-June period,” said Executive Vice President Daniele Schillaci, global head of marketing and sales. “We are seeing consistently higher demand for core models, such as the Rogue and Sentra in the U.S., the NP300 Frontier in Mexico, and the Qashqai in China.“To carry this momentum into the second half, we will continue our product offensive with the launch of new products and new technologies over the coming months.“In Japan, the debut of our ProPILOT autonomous driving technology and the launch of a model featuring our new e-Power series hybrid system will showcase our ability to bring groundbreaking technologies to market. Meanwhile, August will see the first deliveries of the Kicks, our all new global compact crossover, at dealerships in Brazil.“Our Infiniti brand lineup will be strengthened by the arrival of the QX30 premium active crossover, the newly upgraded Q50 sports sedan and the all-new Q60 premium sports coupe. Likewise, the Datsun brand continues its expansion with the launch of the Redi-GO in India in June, and the start of sales in the Middle East earlier this month.”1. Production June 2016 Nissan's global production in June increased 5.7% year-on-year to 487,908 units, the fifth consecutive month of increase and a record for a single month.Production in Japan increased 8.9% year-on-year to 85,433 units, the first increase in seven months.Production outside Japan increased 5.0% year-on-year to 402,475 units, the fourteenth consecutive month of increase and a record for the month of June.In the U.S., production decreased 6.3% year-on-year to 78,722 units.In Mexico, production increased 6.2% year-on-year to 78,125 units, a record for the month of June.In the U.K., production increased 8.0% year-on-year to 48,530 units, a record for the month of June.In Spain, production increased 14.4% year-on-year to 12,078 units.In China, production increased 7.5% year-on-year to 111,525 units.Production in other regions increased 10.6% year-on-year to 73,495 units. First half: January-June 2016 Nissan’s global production increased 4.7% year-on-year to 2,700,038 units, the first increase in two years and a record high for the January-June period.Production in Japan decreased 4.7% year-on-year to 433,314 units.Production outside Japan increased 6.7% year-on-year to 2,266,724 units, the first increase in two years and a record for the January-June period.In the U.S., production increased 7.9% year-on-year to 516,922 units, a record for the January-June period.In Mexico, production increased 4.0% year-on-year to 430,440 units, a record for the January-June period.In the U.K., production increased 7.5% year-on-year to 263,922 units.In Spain, production increased 0.2% year-on-year to 63,116 units.In China, production increased 7.3% year-on-year to 592,033 units.Production in other regions increased 7.8% year-on-year to 400,291 units.2. Sales June 2016 Global sales increased 4.4% year-on-year to 471,291 units, the first increase in two months and a record high for the month of June.Japan: Sales including mini-vehicles decreased 26.8% year-on-year to 35,630 units.Vehicle registrations decreased 0.8% year-on-year to 31,902 units.Mini-vehicle sales decreased 77.4% year-on-year to 3,728 units.Sales outside Japan increased 8.1% year-on-year to 435,661 units, the first increase in two months and a record high for the month of June.In the U.S., sales increased 13.1% year-on-year to 140,553 units, a record high for the month of June.In Mexico, sales increased 18.7% year-on-year to 33,674 units, a record high for the month of June.In Europe, sales decreased 4.5% year-on-year to 69,747 units.In China, sales increased 17.0% year-on-year to 109,072 units.Sales in other regions decreased 4.2% year-on-year to 68,387 units.First half: January-June 2016 Global sales increased 0.5% year-on-year to 2,740,265 units, the third consecutive year of increase and a record high for the January-June period.Japan: Sales including mini-vehicles decreased 14.4% year-on-year to 279,844 units.Vehicle registrations decreased 2.1% year-on-year to 202,336 units.Mini-vehicle sales decreased 35.5% year-on-year to 77,508 units.Sales outside Japan increased 2.6% year-on-year to 2,460,421 units, the third consecutive year of increase and a record high for the January-June period.In the U.S., sales increased 8.4% year-on-year to 798,114 units, a record for the January-June period.In Mexico, sales increased 12.7% year-on-year to 181,953 units, a record for the January-June period.In Europe, sales decreased 3.2% year-on-year to 396,896 units.In China, sales increased 3.8% year-on-year to 609,933 units.Sales in other regions decreased 8.3% year-on-year to 403,367 units.3. Exports from Japan June 2016 Exports in June increased 5.1% year-on-year to 52,584 units, the second consecutive month of increase.First half: January-June 2016 Exports in January-June decreased 10.0% year-on-year to 239,263 units.About Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. Nissan is a global full-line vehicle manufacturer that sells more than 60 models under the Nissan, Infiniti and Datsun brands. In fiscal year 2015, the company sold more than 5.4 million vehicles globally, generating revenue of 12.19 trillion yen. Nissan engineers, manufactures and markets the world's best-selling all-electric vehicle in history, the Nissan LEAF. Nissan’s global headquarters in Yokohama, Japan, manages operations in six regions: ASEAN & Oceania; Africa, Middle East & India; China; Europe; Latin America and North America. Nissan has a global workforce of 247,500, and has been partnered with French manufacturer Renault under the Renault-Nissan Alliance since March 1999.###

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TMC Announces Results for June 2016 and January - June 2016

by News Feeder, 16-06-2024, 01:54 AM

Toyota Motor Corporation announces its production, domestic sales, and export results, including those for subsidiaries Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd., and Hino Motors, Ltd., for June 2016 and for January to June 2016.

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Mazda Production and Sales Results for June 2016 and for January through June 2016 (F

by News Feeder, 16-06-2024, 12:09 AM

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Nissan reports net income of 136.4 billion yen for first quarter of FY2016

by News Feeder, 15-06-2024, 05:22 AM

Results for three months to June 30, 2016 (TSE report basis – China JV equity basis)1FY2016 3 months (Apr.-Jun. 2016) Y-O-YNet revenue¥2.65 trillion ($24.6 billion/€21.8 billion)-8.4% (+2.9% in $ /+0.8% in €)Operating profit¥175.8 billion ($1.6 billion/€1.4 billion)-9.2% (+2.0% in $ /-0.1% in €)Ordinary profit¥198.2 billion ($1.8 billion/€1.6 billion)-8.2% (+3.2% in $ /+1.1% in €)Net income2¥136.4 billion ($1.3 billion/€1.1 billion)-10.7% (+0.3% in $ /-1.7% in €)Based on average foreign exchange rates of JPY 108.0/USD and JPY 121.9/EUR YOKOHAMA, Japan (July 27, 2016) – Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today announced financial results for the three-month period to June 30, 2016.Operating profit was 175.8 billion yen for the period, representing a 6.6% margin on net revenues of 2.65 trillion yen. On a constant currency basis, operating profit was 267.0 billion yen, up 37.8%.“Nissan has delivered solid results in the first three months of the fiscal year despite recent currency headwinds and continued emerging-market volatility,” said Carlos Ghosn, president and chief executive officer. “Encouraging demand for core products, particularly in North America, and our continued focus on cost efficiencies contributed to an improved underlying performance, making us well placed to deliver our full-year net income guidance. This reflects our cost-discipline, on-going product offensive and the benefits of our Alliance strategy.”On a management pro forma basis, which includes the proportionate consolidation of results from Nissan’s joint-venture operations in China, net revenue was 2.89 trillion yen. Operating profit was 209.0 billion yen, resulting in a 7.2% operating profit margin.FY2016 OutlookNissan maintained its forecasts first issued to the Tokyo Stock Exchange in May. Calculated under the equity accounting method for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2017, the forecasts showed: Nissan FY15 Outlook – TSE report basis – China JV equity basis1Net revenue¥11.8 trillion ($112.4 billion/€98.3 billion)Operating profit¥710.0 billion ($6.8 billion/€5.9 billion)Ordinary profit¥800.0 billion ($7.6 billion/€6.7 billion)Net Income2¥525.0 billion ($5.0 billion/€4.4 billion)Calculated on exchange rate of JPY 105/USD and JPY 120/EUR 1 Since the beginning of fiscal year 2013, Nissan has reported figures calculated under the equity method accounting for its joint venture with Dong Feng in China. Although net income reporting remains unchanged under this accounting method, the equity-accounting income statements no longer include Dong Feng-Nissan's results in revenues and operating profit. 2 Net income attributable to owners of the parentFor detailed Nissan financial information and presentations: http://www.nissan-global.com/EN/IR/FINAN...o;Constant currency” provides a framework for assessing underlying businesses performance excluding the effect of foreign currency rate fluctuations. Constant currency financial measures should not be considered as a substitute for, or superior to, the reported measures of financial performance. About Nissan Motor Co. Nissan is a global full-line vehicle manufacturer that sells more than 60 models under the Nissan, Infiniti and Datsun brands. In fiscal year 2015, the company sold more than 5.4 million vehicles globally, generating revenue of ¥12.19 trillion. Nissan engineers, manufactures and markets the world's best-selling all-electric vehicle in history, the Nissan LEAF. Nissan’s global headquarters in Yokohama, Japan, manages operations in six regions: ASEAN & Oceania; Africa, Middle East & India; China; Europe; Latin America and North America. Nissan has a global workforce of 247,500, and has been partnered with French manufacturer Renault under the Renault-Nissan Alliance since March 1999.###

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Toyota and Aioi Nissay Dowa Insurance Develop TransLog Telematics Service for Fleet C

by News Feeder, 15-06-2024, 02:23 AM

Toyota Motor Corporation and Aioi Nissay Dowa Insurance Co., Ltd. will launch a discounted insurance fee service on August 1, 2016. This will be targeted at fleet contractors with 10 vehicles or more, and who implement the Accident Reduction Program that utilizes the TransLog telematics service.

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Nissan TITAN full-size pickup line-up expands for 2017 with the addition of new TITAN

by News Feeder, 14-06-2024, 02:55 AM

New TITAN XD and TITAN Single Cabs join currently available TITAN XD and TITAN Crew Cabs at Nissan dealerships in late fallFirst single cab in TITAN history, offers Nissan durability and innovation in ideal fleet/work truck configurationEquipped with choice of advanced Cummins® 5.0L V8 Turbo Diesel (XD) or Nissan's new 5.6-liter Endurance® V8 gasoline engines (XD and TITAN)Available in two entry grade levels and choice of 4x2 and 4x4 driveIntegral part of Nissan's "Year of the Truck" – celebration of Nissan's new TITAN lineup, Armada, Pathfinder and more throughout 2016.CARMEL, Calif. – The next chapter of Nissan's "Year of the Truck" was unveiled today with a sneak peek of the latest members of the TITAN full-size pickup family – the 2017 TITAN XD and TITAN Single Cab models. The first-ever single cab offering in TITAN history, the new trucks are designed to provide an affordable and rugged entry-point in the commercial fleet/work truck market. The Single Cab is the second of three eventual TITAN body configurations, joining the current Crew Cab and future King Cab. The Single Cab models are scheduled to go on sale in late fall 2016."Once we complete the roll-out of all TITAN cab, bed, powertrain and grade level configurations, our all-new TITAN family will cover about 85 percent of the total light pickup marketplace," said Rich Miller, director of Product Planning for Trucks, SUVs and Commercial Vehicles, Nissan North America, Inc. and chief product specialist for TITAN and TITAN XD. "More importantly, the TITAN XD and TITAN single cabs will have the power, torque, heavy duty chassis and durability demanded by today's demanding worksites – including the highest towing capacities and payloads in the lineup."TITAN will ultimately be available in a total of three cabs, three bed lengths, three engines, 4x4 and 4x2 drive and S, SV, SL, PRO-4X and Platinum Reserve trim levels. The new single cab will be offered in both TITAN XD and TITAN configurations, with both versions sharing the same cab dimensions and 8.0-foot pickup beds but completely separate fully boxed ladder frame chassis.The TITAN XD Single Cab, like the TITAN XD Crew Cab, will be offered in a choice of two engines – the Cummins® 5.0L V8 Turbo Diesel, which is rated at 310 horsepower and 555 lb-ft of torque; and the 5.6-liter Endurance V8, rated at 390 horsepower and 394 lb-ft of torque. The TITAN Single Cab, with about a foot shorter wheelbase, will be offered initially with the new 5.6-liter Endurance V8 (a V6 engine will be available at a later date). Diesel equipped models feature an Aisin 6-speed automatic transmission and V8 gasoline engine equipped versions will utilize a 7-speed automatic transmission.Along with a choice of 4x4 and 4x2 drive configurations, two grade levels will be available with both TITAN XD and TITAN Single Cabs – S and SV, along with a number of optional equipment packages."The new Single Cab takes TITAN into new territory, bringing the innovative design and bed utility that TITAN has been known for to a wider base of commercial use buyers," added Miller. TITAN SINGLE CABTITAN CREW CABTITAN XD SINGLE CABTITAN XD CREW CABWheelbase (in.)139.8139.8139.8151.6Overall length (in.)228.1228.1 in.231.0242.8 in.Overall width (in.)79.579.5 in.79.579.5 in.Overall height (in.)74.5 – 4x2 S 75.1 – 4x4 S75.4 – 4x2 S 76.0 – 4x4 S77.2 – 4x2 S 77.1 – 4x4 S78.0 – 4x2 S 78.0 – 4x4 SBed length8.0 ft.5.5 ft.8.0 ft.6.5 ft.Available engines5.6-liter Endurance V8; V6 (late availability)5.6-liter Endurance V8; V6 (late availability)Cummins® 5.0L V8 Turbo Diesel; 5.6-liter Endurance V8Cummins® 5.0L V8 Turbo Diesel; 5.6-liter Endurance V8Maximum payload (lbs)*1,9301,6102,910 (gas) 2,420 (diesel)2,590 (gas) 2,091 (diesel)Maximum towing capacity Trailer (lbs)*9,7309,39011,590 (gas) 12,640 (diesel)11,270 (gas) 12,314 (diesel)Maximum towing capacity Tongue (lbs)*9739391,159 (gas) 1,264 (diesel)1,126 (gas) 1,231 (diesel)Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating (lbs)*15,30015,30017,700 (gas) 19,450 (diesel)17,700 (gas) 19,450 (diesel)*When properly equippedThe new Single Cab models will be assembled in Canton, Mississippi with the 5.6-liter V8 gasoline engine assembled in Decherd, Tennessee. The 5.0-liter diesel engines are assembled by Cummins, Inc. in Columbus, Indiana.For more information on the Nissan TITAN XD and TITAN, including photography, please visit http://www.NissanNews.com.About Nissan North America In North America, Nissan's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. Nissan is dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green Program and has been recognized annually by the U.S Environmental Protection Agency as an ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year since 2010. More information on Nissan in North America and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at http://www.NissanUSA.com and http://www.InfinitiUSA.com, or visit the U.S. media sites NissanNews.com and InfinitiNews.com.About Nissan Motor Co. Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., Japan's second-largest automotive company, is headquartered in Yokohama, Japan, and is part of the Renault-Nissan Alliance. Operating with more than 247,500 employees globally, Nissan sold 5.32 million vehicles and generated revenue of 11.38 trillion yen (USD 103.6 billion) in fiscal year 2014. Nissan delivers a comprehensive range of more than 60 models under the Nissan, Infiniti and Datsun brands. Nissan leads the world in zero-emission mobility, dominated by sales of the LEAF, the first mass-market, pure-electric vehicle. It is the best-selling EV in history with almost 50% share of the zero-emission vehicle segment. For more information on our products, services and commitment to sustainable mobility, visit our website at http://www.nissan-global.com/EN/. # # #ContactDan Passe Nissan North America 615-725-5264 [email protected]in Raftery Nissan North America 615-981-9870 [email protected]

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Toyota Motor Thailand Revises Thailand Car Sales Projection and Reaffirmed Thailand a

by News Feeder, 14-06-2024, 02:55 AM

Toyota Motor Thailand (TMT) has revised its sales forecast for Thailand, while reaffirming Thailand as one of its key production hubs for the Asian region.

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