New Toyota Supra and BMW Z5 gear up for 2018 assault
The all-new Toyota Supra is now in its final phase of development and will form the basis of a newly created Toyota performance sub-brand.Lightly veiled prototypes of the sleekly styled coupé are now seen frequently on the roads around the vast R&D operation of Toyota's project partner, BMW, in Munich, Germany.The new Supra is being developed in a joint engineering venture with the upcoming BMW Z5.
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Toyota Says New Technology Means Longer Battery Life
Toyota Motor Corp. has developed a new way of observing the movements of tiny particles in batteries used to power electric vehicles — an advance it says will help boost their cruise range by 10 percent to 15 percent.Toyota engineer Hisao Yamashige explained to reporters Thursday at the Japanese automaker's Tokyo office the complex method for tracking the lithium ions, which are tiny particles in lithium-ion batteries, also used in laptops and smartphones.The ions' movements, which are extremely hard to detect, are critical in determining the efficiency and power of a battery.
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New Toyota Prius hybrid to see an early 2017 launch in India – Tech2
While the Toyota Prius has not exactly been a hit with India's car buyers, with the rising pollution problem, it could be a good time to re-introduce a good old friend.Toyota Motor Corp plans to do just that as it has made up its mind and will soon be launching the new Toyota Prius come the first quarter of 2017.Yes, the Toyota Prius hybrid that went low on emissions and high on price may not have been a success when it first launched in 2009, but this time around things could change.
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Kenya: New 16-Seater High Roof Toyota Matatu Promises Comfort for Passengers
Toyota Kenya has unveiled a new 16-seater model of the Hiace van as it seeks to expand its market share in the public transport industry.During its launch in Nyeri, Deputy Managing Director Arvinder Reel said that the new model dubbed "New Shark" will focus on financial efficiency for the owners and comfort for passengers.The New Shark model's longer and spacious body with a high roof ensures that the 16 seats give passengers a comfortable and luxurious travel.
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