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Toyota Recalls Certain 2021-2022 Model Year Toyota RAV4 Prime and Certain 2022 Model Year Lexus NX450h+ Plug-in Hybrid Models

PLANO, Texas (July 12, 2023) – Toyota is recalling certain Toyota RAV4 Prime and Lexus NX450h+ vehicles from the 2021-2022 model years in the U.S. This recall affects approximately 43,000 vehicles.

The issue involves a component in the vehicles’ manufacturing process that converts electricity voltage. This component may be damaged and could lead to a short circuit, causing excessive heat. In certain conditions, this heat could increase the risk of a vehicle fire.

To address this safety concern, Toyota and Lexus dealers will replace the problematic DC-DC converter with an improved part at no cost to customers. Owners of affected vehicles will be notified about this recall by early September 2023.

It’s important to note that the information regarding automotive recalls, including the list of affected vehicles, is current as of the filing date and may change in the future. To check if your vehicle is involved in this recall, you can visit Toyota.com/recall or nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or license plate information.

If you have any additional questions or need support, you can contact the Toyota Brand Engagement Center at 1-800-331-4331 for Toyota vehicles. For Lexus vehicles, customer support is available by calling the Lexus Brand Engagement Center at 1-800-255-3987.

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Toyota Auto Insurance Expands to Colorado, Georgia and Oregon

Toyota’s premier auto insurance product continues its national rollout

PLANO, Texas (July 10, 2023) – Toyota Auto Insurance, the automaker’s branded insurance product, is now available to customers residing in the states of Colorado, Georgia and Oregon. Introduced to select markets in 2021, Toyota Auto Insurance offers customers quality, customizable coverage at affordable rates. Now, Toyota Auto Insurance customers in the Centennial State, the Peach State and the Beaver State will be able to receive an immediate upfront discount and may be able to save even more with good driver, good student, or multipolicy discounts.*

Toyota Auto Insurance offers consumers a quick, easy and flexible policy purchase process via Toyota’s state-of-the-art mobile app, call center agents, participating Toyota dealerships and the ToyotaAutoInsurance.com website. The insurance may be applied to both Toyota and non-Toyota vehicles in a customer’s household.

“We’re excited to continue our rollout of Toyota Auto Insurance, expanding our reach to even more customers,” said Rob Spencer, Toyota Insurance President. “We look forward to offering our customers in Colorado, Georgia and Oregon exceptional value and top-tier service to enhance their Toyota ownership experience.”

Currently, Toyota Auto Insurance is available in Arizona, California, Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas. Toyota Auto Insurance customers benefit from more than 90 years of insurance insights, knowledge, and award-winning claims support—all provided by Toggle, part of Farmers Insurance®.

Interested customers can visit ToyotaAutoInsurance.com to obtain a quote and purchase insurance. Customers may also call (877) 249-0086 with any questions.

*Coverage options and discounts vary by state.

About Toyota Insurance

Toyota Insurance is a brand name of Toyota Insurance Management Solutions USA, LLC (TIMS), an independent licensed insurance agency specializing in Property & Casualty insurance offerings, partnering with top insurance companies to allow customers to choose the best options for their needs. TIMS is a Delaware-domiciled limited liability company with its principal place of business at 7600 Windrose Avenue, Suite G240, Plano, TX 75024, USA. In California, TIMS operates under the name Toyota Insurance Management Solutions, LLC and license number 0L46875. For information about Toyota Insurance, please visit www.toyotainsurance.com.

About Toggle®

Toyota Auto Insurance is underwritten by Toggle Insurance Company in Arizona, Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Ohio, Oregon, and Tennessee, by Mid-Century Insurance Company in South Carolina, Farmers Texas County Mutual Insurance Company in Texas, and 21st Century Casualty Company in California (#3134-4, domiciled in California). Toggle is a new kind of insurance company backed by the stability of Farmers®️, with over 90 years of experience delivering best in class service and claims. Founded in 2018, Toggle is reimagining the insurance industry by creating unique products and embedded experiences for today’s modern consumers and brands. The company offers fully digital insurance solutions and provides customers and brand partners with simple, affordable, and highly customizable products to fit their needs. For more information, visit www.gettoggle.com.

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Toyota Recalls Certain 2023 Tundra, Tundra Hybrid and Sequoia Hybrid Models

PLANO, Texas (July 7, 2023) – Toyota is issuing a safety recall in the U.S. for specific 2023 Toyota Tundra, Tundra Hybrid, and Sequoia Hybrid vehicles. This recall affects approximately 1,400 vehicles in the U.S.

The affected vehicles have a spare tire carrier assembly that utilizes a steel chain to secure the spare tire underneath the vehicle. It has been discovered that the chain links may not have been welded properly. As a result, these chain links could break at any time, causing the spare tire to detach from the vehicle. If this happens while the vehicle is in motion, the detached spare tire could pose a road hazard to other drivers and vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

To address this issue, Toyota dealerships will replace the spare tire carrier assembly with a new one at no charge to the owners of affected vehicles. Toyota plans to notify owners about this recall by early September 2023.

Please note that the information regarding automotive recalls, including the list of affected vehicles, is accurate as of the date of this announcement and is subject to change in the future. To find out if your vehicle is involved in a safety recall, you can visit Toyota.com/recall or nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or license plate information.

If you have any additional questions, you can contact the Toyota Brand Engagement Center at 1-800-331-4331 for assistance with Toyota vehicles.

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Test Your Knowledge of the First-Ever Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid

The Toyota Corolla, known for its durability, comfort, and reliability, is a popular and top-selling sedan worldwide. Now, Toyota is expanding its lineup with the introduction of the first-ever Corolla Cross Hybrid, offering customers a new choice that is sporty, innovative, and exciting to drive.

What sets this vehicle apart is its commitment to reducing carbon emissions and aligning with Toyota’s “beyond zero” vision. The brand aims to go beyond carbon neutrality by making a positive impact on the planet and society through its products, services, and operations.

The 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid features a powerful hybrid engine and places a strong emphasis on safety and technology. It is designed to live up to the reputation of its iconic nameplate.

If you want to test or enhance your knowledge about this impressively packaged vehicle, take this quiz:

Set to debut in dealerships this June, the first-ever Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid is destined to attract attention for all the right reasons.

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Toyota Motor North America Announces Executive Changes

PLANO, Texas (June 30, 2023) – Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) today announced executive changes designed to drive continued growth, advance its commitment to vehicle electrification and building where it sells, and prepare for the future of mobility. The following Research & Development, Manufacturing and Product Support changes are effective July 3, 2023.

Promotions:

Mike Sweers, senior vice president, Product Development Office and Global Truck executive chief engineer, has been promoted to executive vice president, Toyota Motor North America, Research & Development (TMNA R&D) and chief technology officer. Sweers will be responsible for North American vehicle research and development. He is also appointed to the TMNA North American Executive Committee. Sweers assumes the core responsibilities previously held by Shinichi Yasui as the head of R&D and who recently became Chief Project Leader, Hydrogen Factory, at Toyota Motor Corporation.

Susan Elkington, president, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky (TMMK), has been promoted to senior vice president, Electric Vehicle Supply. In this newly created role, Susan will be responsible for accelerating the company’s electrified transformation, with a focus on battery and electric vehicle production and supply strategy. Elkington will report to Takefumi Shiga, executive vice president, Engineering and Manufacturing, TMNA.

Kerry Creech, vice president, Manufacturing, TMMK, has been promoted to president, TMMK. In this role, Kerry will oversee Toyota’s largest plant in the world as it prepares for future BEV production. Creech will report to Elkington.

New Assignments:

Chris Nielsen, executive vice president, Product Support and chief quality officer, TMNA, and member of the TMNA North American Executive Committee, assumes additional responsibility for North American purchasing and supplier development. Robert Young, group vice president, Purchasing Supplier Development, will report to Nielsen.

Norm Bafunno, senior vice president, Unit Manufacturing and Engineering, assumes the title of Senior Manufacturing Executive. In this expanded role, he will advise Shiga, helping lead the company’s manufacturing transformation strategy while continuing his responsibilities overseeing all North American unit plants. Bafunno will continue to report to Shiga.

About Toyota

Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in North America for more than 65 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands, plus our more than 1,800 dealerships. 

Toyota directly employs more than 48,000 people in North America who have contributed to the design, engineering, and assembly of nearly 45 million cars and trucks at our 13 manufacturing plants. By 2025, Toyota’s 14th plant in North Carolina will begin to manufacture automotive batteries for electrified vehicles. With more electrified vehicles on the road than any other automaker, Toyota currently offers 22 electrified options.

Through the Start Your Impossible campaign, Toyota highlights the way it partners with community, civic, academic and governmental organizations to address our society’s most pressing mobility challenges. We believe that when people are free to move, anything is possible. For more information about Toyota, visit www.ToyotaNewsroom.com.

TMNA R&D

For more than 50 years, Toyota Motor North America Research & Development (TMNA R&D) has led engineering for several of the best-selling Toyota vehicles on U.S. roads. Teams are now creating both next-generation vehicles and new and advanced mobility concepts that can better move people, goods and information. Toyota’s innovation has produced more patents from the United States Patent and Trademark Office than any other automaker for the past 9 consecutive years (3,056 in 2022). Centered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, TMNA R&D is pursuing Toyota’s mission to “Produce Happiness for All” by making life safer, easier and more enjoyable. Globally, Toyota spends approximately $1 million per hour on R&D to ensure that Toyota rapidly and continuously develops cutting-edge, high-quality, and appealing vehicles.

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Toyota Quarterly Supplement for Takata Recalls Second Quarter 2023

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Celebrating Pride Month: Toyota Employees Reflect on Their Experiences

Toyota provides a welcoming space for everyone, including the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) community. Spectrum is a business partnering group (BPG) at Toyota where LGBTQ+ employees can embrace their identity, discuss relevant issues, and find support.

In honor of Pride Month, we are featuring the perspectives of three Spectrum members. They will share what pride means to them, why they joined the BPG, and how it feels to work for a company that is committed to diversity and inclusion.

Family Ties

Jose Melendez, a body weld team leader at Toyota Mississippi, joined Spectrum to show respect and support for his daughter, Katherine, who is a member of the LGBTQ+ community. He attends every Spectrum event to demonstrate his solidarity.

Melendez is proud to work at Toyota because it fosters an inclusive environment where everyone is valued and given opportunities to grow. He feels included and appreciates that Toyota prioritizes his safety.

His advice to those considering joining a BPG like Spectrum is to be open-minded and accepting, recognizing that everyone has the right to be their authentic self.

Limitless Possibilities

Sabrina Williams, a quality team leader at Toyota Indiana, sees Pride Month as a time to reflect on the progress made toward equality and celebrate individualism. They emphasize the importance of self-affirmation, self-acceptance, and visibility within the LGBTQ+ community.

Williams has been involved with Spectrum since their first meeting and now serves as the chair of the Toyota Indiana chapter. They appreciate that Toyota celebrates and supports their LGBTQ+ identity through BPG involvement and inclusive policies that create a safe space for all employees.

Like Melendez, Williams believes that Toyota provides opportunities for success and supports employees’ drive for advancement. They feel that being part of a BPG like Spectrum allows employees to bring their authentic selves to work and fosters a sense of belonging and community.

Williams takes pride in the support they receive as a leader within Spectrum, enabling them to pursue ideas that promote inclusivity in the workplace.

Embracing the Unexpected

Lauren Warner, a productivity analyst at Toyota Motor North America (TMNA), didn’t anticipate working at multiple locations when she joined the company five and a half years ago. Nevertheless, Warner embraces the unexpected and appreciates the variety that comes with working at Toyota.

In addition to her role as a productivity analyst, Warner is the chair of Spectrum’s Plano chapter. She credits her team for keeping the BPG running smoothly and effectively.

Spectrum held a Progress Pride Flag Raising Ceremony on June 1, marking an important milestone in recognizing and celebrating inclusivity within the LGBTQ+ community. Warner mentions that at the Dallas Pride festival and parade, they showcased cars painted in the colors of the Progress Pride Flag. Lunch-and-learn sessions are planned throughout the year to provide informational and educational opportunities for everyone.

Overall, Toyota employees in Spectrum find pride in working for a company that prioritizes diversity, inclusion, and the well-being of its employees.

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Joby Marks Production Launch, Receives Permit to Fly First Aircraft Built on Production Line in Close Collaboration with Strategic Partner and Investor, Toyota

Tetsuo “Ted” Ogawa, President and Chief Executive Officer of Toyota Motor North America, will join Joby’s Board of Directors on July 1, 2023

Santa Cruz, Calif. (Jun 28, 2023) — Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY), a company that develops all-electric aircraft for commercial passenger service, announced today that it has obtained a Special Airworthiness Certificate for its first aircraft manufacturing in Marina, California. The certificate, issued by the Federal Aviation Administration, permits Joby to commence flight testing of its initial production prototype.

In recognition of Toyota’s crucial involvement in the development of Joby’s Pilot Production Line and its contribution to the manufacturing and assembly of Joby aircraft, Tetsuo “Ted” Ogawa, the President and Chief Executive Officer of Toyota Motor North America, will join over 1,000 guests and team members at Joby’s Marina facility later today to celebrate the start of production.

Ogawa, who is set to join Joby’s Board of Directors on July 1, 2023, expressed his congratulations on Joby’s achievement and expressed his eagerness to strengthen their collaboration as Joby prepares for the expansion of production and the launch of operations.

Toyota is the largest external shareholder of Joby, having invested approximately $400 million in the company. The two companies recently signed a long-term agreement for the supply of powertrain and actuation components.

For more information, please visit: https://www.jobyaviation.com/news/joby-production-launch-permit-to-fly-first-aircraft-on-production-line/