2011 TOYOTA Yaris HSD Concept

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Making its world debut at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show, the Toyota Yaris HSD concept embodies what will be an important step in Toyota's full hybrid roll-out strategy in Europe.

Toyota aims to complete the application of full hybrid technology across its main models in Europe as early as possible in the 2020s. Following the successful introduction of the Auris HSD to the C-segment in 2010, the Toyota Yaris HSD concept anticipates Toyota's intention to bring Hybrid Synergy Drive® to the B-segment, the biggest volume segment in Europe.

2011 Toyota FT-86 II Concept

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The new Toyota FT-86 II Concept makes its world debut at the 2011 Geneva motor show, giving the clearest indication yet as to the final design of Toyota's next sports car. It marks a return to the passion for driving that has inspired great Toyota cars of the past, starting with the legendary 2000 GT in the 1960s.

With its long, low bonnet, high wings and rear-set cabin, the Toyota FT-86 II Concept pays homage to Toyota's sports car history and is an entirely driver-oriented concept. It was created at Toyota's European design studio ED2, where its styling was dubbed 'functional beauty': its bold, sweeping form has been generated purely according to the constraints of function and aerodynamics.

The low, highly aerodynamic bodyshell is stretched tight over the engineering hard points, with the muscular bodywork rendered as compact as possible. The concept measures 4,235mm long, 1,795mm wide and 1,270mm high, with a long, 2,570mm wheelbase.

Rather than using a heavy, large displacement powertrain to secure performance, the FT-86 II returns to Toyota's sporting roots by combining a free-revving boxer petrol engine with a compact and lightweight six-speed manual transmission and a low centre of gravity to achieve the best possible power to weight ratio.

Both the powertrain and the driving position have been set as low and as far back as possible to optimise balance for maximum poise, high-speed stability and agility. With a front-engine/rear-wheel drive configuration, this gives the car lively, accessible performance that is easy to harness and enjoy.

The Toyota FT-86 II Concept is the latest stage in the development of a new, compact rear-wheel drive sports car that is being jointly developed by Toyota and Fuji Heavy Industries (Subaru). The new model will be launched in Europe in 2012.

Government Probe Finds no Link Between Electronics and Unintended Acceleration in Toyota and Lexus Vehicles

A 10-month long probe done by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and NASA found no link between software-driven throttles and unintended acceleration in Toyota Motor Corp vehicles. The investigation concluded that the previously suspected sticking accelerator pedals and loose floor mats are to blame for the unfortunate incidents, which allegedly caused some 89 deaths.

“There is no electronic-based cause for unintended high-speed acceleration in Toyotas”, U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said in a statement.

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2011 Toyota Matrix Freshens up for Chicago Auto Show

Toyota has chosen this week's Chicago Auto Show to stage the reveal of the 2011 model year Matrix. If you're having a hard time finding the styling differences between the 2010- and 2011-MY versions of the Matrix, that's because the revisions are barely noticeable.

On the outside, the subtle refresh is limited to all-new front and rear bumpers with integrated front and rear underbody spoilers and a large mesh front fog lamp bezel. The newly designed 16-inch steel wheels and 17-inch, five-spoke alloy rims plus the introduction of a new Spruce Mica color round off the changes.

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Dynojet Toyota Avensis BTTC Racer to get 2.0-liter Turbo Engine with 300HP

The latest news to come out of Toyota's BTCC camp is that Dynojet Race Team’s Avensis racer will have under its hood a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-banger adapted from one of the Japanese firm's road-going range. The engine is currently under Toyota GB-funded development at the Northamptonshire laboratories of engineering consultancy X CTech. It will feature a turbocharger as well as a number of internal revisions, which will all help boost output from around 140bhp in road specification to 300bhp or more.

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2011 Toyota Auris Hybrid is designed to be more upbeat

Auris is designed to be more upbeat and upscale than other compact cars. It is inspired by Toyota Yaris design. The brand new model, which is designed and manufactured in Europe, uses Toyota performance parts to boost its functionality. With fresh design and powerful dynamics, Auris is expected to lure more customers and steal a slice of market share from Volkswagen Golf and Alfa Romeo 147.

2011 Toyota Auris Hybrid Side View

The 4x4 specialist last month confirmed that a production version of its exciting LRX concept will go into production at the company's Halewood plant in Merseyside. The latest Landy's 'green' credentials will be sealed by an electric-drive rear axle coupled to a 2-litre turbodiesel engine, capable of running on bio-diesel. CO2 output is predicted to be around 120 g/km, putting the 4x4 in one of the lowest road tax bands.

Altogether this battle for the Brit hybrid crown is a great sign that the UK-based car industry is weathering the economic downturn and looking forward to the cutting edge of new motor technologies.
2011 Toyota Auris Hybrid is designed to be more upbeat

2011 Toyota Auris Hybrid new compact car

Toyota has earlier announced the details of its new compact car, which is set to be released early next year. Toyota Auris, the new addition to Toyota's 2008 lineup will replace Toyota Corolla hatchback in Japan and Europe. According to the automaker, Auris will play a key role in improving further its goals in Europe.

2011 Toyota Auris Hybrid Front Side View

2011 Toyota Auris Hybrid First Drive

Toyota and Nissan are going head-to-head in a quest to offer the first British-built hybrid car. Petrol-electric versions of Toyota's Auris and the Nissan Qashqai are currently under development and heading for UK and European showrooms in 2010. But while Toyota has set its sights on being first, according to Auto Express magazine it's the 'eco-friendly' Qashqai that looks set to be quickest off the mark.

2011 Toyota Auris Hybrid new compact car

2011 Toyota Auris Hybrid

If you have a budget higher than £5,000 but less than £10,000, then there great selections for you to choose from like Toyota Auris, Prius and Yaris; Ford Focus, Fiesta and Fusion; Honda Accord, Jazz Saloon, and Civic; Mitsubishi Lancer and Colt 2009; and Nissan 2006 Note, 2004 X-trail and 2002 Elgrand.

2011 Toyota Auris Hybrid Steering Wheel Image

2011 Toyota Auris Hybrid Photo

These selections of cars are already great buy for you as they are well discounted yet good in quality. Great car buy can always be achieved if you are only diligent enough to research well on the right car buy for you.
2011 Toyota Auris Hybrid

The Sporty Cars2011 Toyota Auris Hybrid

For single professionals and students who have limited budget and want to save on gas for daily fuel consumption, an ideal car for them would be a smart car which is sleek and unique in design and very fuel efficient. If you too want to have that car, buy them at the same UK care sale outlets where you can get great deals for your purchase. Other great car buy offers include economical cars like Kia, Citroen, Chrysler, Daihatsu, Daewoo, Hyundai, Perodua, Peugeot, Ssangyong, Skoda, Saab, Seat, and Suzuki where you can buy them at a price lesser than £5,000.

2011 Toyota Auris Hybrid Sporty Cars

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To sum up, Toyota Auris is modern, comfortable, and safe car. Since it has gained popularity worldwide, its manufacturer decided to introduce the hybrid version. Let's hope people will like this ecologically friendly model as much as they like the conventional one.
The Sporty Cars2011 Toyota Auris Hybrid

2011 Toyota RAV4 on the way to a brand new adventure

The 2011 Toyota RAV4 now has an upgraded grille, tail lights and alloy wheels. It is still available in three models: the base model, sport model and the limited edition model. The base model has steel wheels and black door handles. The higher models have alloy wheels and door handles that are the same color as the body of the car. The limited edition model has a grille insert that is made of chrome. The sport model has optional run-flat tires so there is no longer any need to place a spare tire in the tailgate of the RAV4. The tailgate of the RAV4 opens like a car door instead of swinging it up like in most cars of its type.

Feel like grabbing the wheel of a Toyota RAV4 on the way to a brand new adventure? Then come to Toyota of Des Moines, one of the largest dealers of Toyota cars in the US.

2011 Toyota RAV4 on the way to a brand new adventure

New 2011 Toyota-RAV4-Tesla

The 2011 RAV4 is equipped with a modern technology called brake-override system where the engine power is automatically reduced when the driver steps on the brake and accelerator pedals at the same time. The upcoming RAV4 model is available in 2.5-liter four cylinder engine with 19 horsepower output and 172 pound-feet of torque.This type of engine is only available in the four-speed automatic transmission. The other type of engine available for the RAV4 is a V6 which is capable of 268 horsepower output and 246 pound-feet of torque.

The RAV4 is soon to get a hybrid model, which is supposed to hit the market some time in 2011. Until then, the gasoline driven variant is the only one available, but weekend adventurers should not worry, even the general model of this SUV is enough to satisfy the adventurer in you.

New 2011 Toyota-RAV4-Tesla