Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 9, 2010

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announced a recall related to the software program that controls the antilock braking system (ABS) in current-model Prius, the Prius Plug-in Hybrid, Sai and HS250h sold in Japan. Worldwide, Toyota has sold about 400,000 of the hybrid vehicles subject to the recall announced in Japan. Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 25, 2010

For 2010, it is targeting a 13% growth in sales to 800,000 vehicles despite its recent recalls. In January, the auto maker issued a recall notice for 75,552 RAV4 sport-utility vehicles in China due to faulty gas pedals. Tags: Brief. Sales in the first two months of this year grew 43% on year to 117,000 vehicles.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 9, 2010

As part of what has become a global recall of the third-generation Prius, Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), USA Inc, will conduct a voluntary safety recall on approximately 133,000 2010 Model Year Prius vehicles and 14,500 Lexus Division 2010 HS 250h vehicles to update software in the vehicle’s anti-lock brake system (ABS). Earlier post.)

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 11, 2010

Separately, Enterprise Holdings reported that almost 8,000 of its approximately 35,000 recalled Toyota and Pontiac Vibe vehicles have had their sticky accelerator recall service performed, and the vehicles have been returned to its Alamo Rent A Car, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and National Car Rental locations in North America.

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Baua Electric

AUGUST 13, 2024

Also Read : Maruti recalls more than 2,500 Alto K10 hatchbacks. Also Watch: Maruti Suzuki Fronx SUV: First Drive Review Maruti Suzuki Exports Maruti Suzuki holds the tag of being India’s largest passenger vehicle exporter. The Fronx will be the second offering from Maruti Suzuki India to be sold in Japan after the Baleno.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 29, 2009

Tesla Motors has launched a safety recall covering all 345 Tesla Roadsters manufactured before 22 April 2009. Lotus is conducting a similar recall on some Lotus Elise and Exige vehicles. Tags: Brief. Tesla decided to inspect the rear, inner hub flange bolts on several Roadsters after one owner reported uncharacteristic handling.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 19, 2010

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) has agreed to settle the civil penalty demanded in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s 5 April letter related to the company’s recall for slow-to-return and sticky accelerator pedals by paying $16.375 million. Tags: Brief. Earlier post.). million vehicles in the US in late January.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 4, 2010

will recall an estimated 270,000 units of its new third-generation MY 2010 Prius in Japan and the US to fix a brake problem. The leading Japanese automaker is to shortly file with the Transport Ministry and the US Department of Transportation for the recall to change the control program for the vehicle’s anti-lock brake system.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 5, 2010

million vehicles in the US were recalled in late January for the sticky pedal defect. On February 16, NHTSA launched an investigation into the timeliness and scope of the three recent Toyota recalls and required the automaker to turn over documents and explanations related to its adherence to US auto safety laws. Tags: Brief.

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The Truth About Cars

APRIL 22, 2024

This included oil changes and necessary repairs, but would exclude everything covered under recalls or warranty. But certain brands are undoubtedly going to be trickier to work on than others and the parts you’ll need could carry a higher price tag as well. “If

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 21, 2010

“The relatively high price tags of the models and the recent recalls of Toyota’s hybrid cars seem to be negatively affecting consumer sentiment toward the new type of vehicles.” Tags: Brief. ” The Korean government offers tax incentives amounting to 3 million won ($2,630) for buyers of hybrid cars.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 25, 2010

intends to conduct a voluntary safety recall of potentially 17,000 2010 model year Lexus HS 250h hybrid vehicles to address a compliance issue with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 301. Tags: Brief. Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), USA, Inc.,

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Teslarati

MARCH 18, 2023

.” But there’s a reason the 2023 Nissan Versa, which is priced at $15,730, isn’t the most popular car in the world: consumers want more than a nice, low price tag. When I read some of these headlines about cars that are expected to be the next big thing in the EV sector, it always seems to have something to do with price.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 9, 2010

The recall of Toyota’s Prius is causing some observers to question whether the prospects for the entire hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) and electric vehicle (EV) markets are fundamentally hurt. Certainly, any automotive recall is unfortunate for any auto maker and certainly for the consumer. Earlier post.]. We don’t believe so.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 17, 2010

Employees to fill these positions will be recalled from layoff in accordance with the United Auto Workers-GM National Labor agreement. Tags: Brief. The additional work would bring to almost $2.9 The Ecotec 2.0L DI Turbo is used in models of the Opel Insignia (Europe), Buick LaCrosse (China), and Regal. The Ecotec 2.4L

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Plugs and Cars

MARCH 6, 2009

ASG Renaissance, the firm that sent out the notice regarding Think's plans, has sent out another message recalling the previous message. Tags: think city.

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Creative Greenius

MAY 9, 2009

When Sam’s quoting other folks he likes to recall the words of the late and very great Senator Paul Wellstone of Minnesota: If we don’t fight hard enough for the things we stand for, at some point we have to recognize that we don’t really stand for them. Tags: Sustainability Yes We Can!

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The Truth About Cars

OCTOBER 5, 2023

That took the $26,600 price tag and, along with destination fees, bumped it to $29,231. * Toyota has no press shots of that trim available and I didn’t shoot this particular car for reasons I don’t recall. Options included JBL audio, wireless device charging, and some cosmetic adds like mudguards. The pics aren’t of an XLE.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 5, 2024

The I-Pace, for its part, has had what seems like endless problems in the past, with the company recalling it last year due to battery fire risk. Not to mention a limited range of around 286 miles for a vehicle with a hefty price tag starting at $73,775 in the US.

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The Truth About Cars

APRIL 17, 2024

The steering also felt a bit more precise and natural compared to what I recall from spring 2022. It would be on my shopping list – especially since the price tag is pretty nice at $33,700 (plus $1,150 for D and D) for the manual and $35,200 plus destination for the DCT.

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Green Cars News

JUNE 26, 2010

It appears Toyota’s recall issues are not yet behind the Japanese manufacturer after Toyota Motor Sales US declared its intention to conduct a voluntary safety recall of up to 17,000 2010 Lexus HS250h hybrid vehicles. The reason for the recall is to address a compliance issue with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 301.

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Electric Auto Association

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

GM to the rescue “I attended the LA Auto Show and found that the best EV-buying tips came from Chevrolet,” Fellows recalled. It’s a lot about playing phone tag until you can find a car that meets your criteria.” The GM reps advised buyers to reject any mandatory fees or market adjustments. ‘Go

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Green Cars News

MAY 19, 2010

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) has announced it is to begin a new recall of vehicles including some models of a Lexus hybrid. The car giant says that around 11,500 vehicles are affected globally by the recall of some of its hybrid Lexus LS 600h model and some of its LS 460 models, to fix a steering [.].

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Green Car Congress

MAY 20, 2010

By partnering with Tesla, my hope is that all Toyota employees will recall that ‘venture business spirit,’ and take on the challenges of the future. Tags: Electric (Battery) Vehicle Manufacturers. Decades ago, Toyota was also born as a venture business. TMC President Akio Toyoda.

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Baua Electric

JULY 29, 2024

With price tags in the high $70K the Countryman duo tested doesn’t come cheap, but certainly offers much in the way of equipment, technology, safety – and space. Sportier Mini models have always been renowned for their cheeky exhaust note and characterful engines, but the newest Countryman JCW is more subdued than we recall.

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Cars That Think

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

“I told him we should start a research project that takes sensors that we both know a lot about, attach them to cars, measure what’s happening, and then try to understand the data,” Balakrishnan recalls. This was before iPhones , Androids , and Google Maps.” They later founded CMT, with Madden serving as its chief scientist.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 15, 2010

It should be noted that the Prius is not subject to a recall for sticking accelerator pedals and the Prius component is made by a different supplier than the one recalled. Tags: Brief. The front brakes showed severe wear and damage from overheating. The rear brakes and parking brake were in good condition and functional.

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Green Cars News

FEBRUARY 9, 2010

Following on from yesterday’s news that Toyota will recall around 436,000 hybrid models worldwide (see article), new reports suggest that the car manufacturer will halt domestic production of two of its hybrid models.

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Green Cars News

FEBRUARY 20, 2010

After a series of safety-related recalls, the US House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform has issued a subpoena for documents relating to Toyota’s handling of its alleged defects and safety recalls.

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Green Cars News

FEBRUARY 8, 2010

Just when you thought it couldn’t get any worse for the beleaguered Toyota Motor Corporation following a series of vehicle recalls, now it appears that two more of its hybrid cars will be affected. According to reports in the Nikkei, Toyota will begin recalling both the Sai Hybrid and the Lexus HS250h Hybrid, which use the [.].

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Cars That Think

AUGUST 28, 2022

I have a name for missions that use too much new technology,” he recalls Casani saying. billion each – “a price tag that strikes us as unsustainable.” The Artemis I flight is slated for about six weeks. Apollo 11 lasted eight days.) Launius, for one, rejects the argument that government is inherently wasteful. Who hasn’t?”

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Plugs and Cars

OCTOBER 11, 2007

I recalled hearing in 2005 that BYD acquired a license from Ovonics to manufacture NiMH batteries. Tags: electric car china. I've long heard rumors of Chinese auto makers developing an electric car. It makes lots of sense, given Chinese battery production. Now Autobloggreen has a report out of China involving BYD.

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Green Cars News

FEBRUARY 3, 2010

Toyota’s recall problems could be about to get worse as the carmaker instigates and investigation into brakes of its popular hybrid Prius model. Tags: Toyota brakes claim investigation prius recall. As a result the carmaker is examining 13 instances [.]. As a result the carmaker is examining 13 instances [.].

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Green Cars News

FEBRUARY 17, 2010

Toyota is to introduce a new brake override system to all new vehicles as it seeks to battle through a global car recall. Tags: Toyota brake NHTSA recall system. According to the BBC, the carmaker will apply a new system which will cut the engine power if the accelerator and brakes are applied at the same time.

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Cars That Think

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Edge performance means privacy One such app is Rewind , a personalized AI assistant that helps users recall anything they’ve accomplished on their Mac or PC. Its reasoning can’t compare to GPT, but the model can be trained to use contextual tags that trigger prebaked physical movements and expressions that show its interest.

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Green Cars News

FEBRUARY 9, 2010

Toyota has issued a global recall of the latest, third generation Prius model to fix a potential problem with the brakes. Tags: Toyota ABS brake hybrid Lexus prius recall repair Sai system UK. The move affects 8,500 models of the popular hybrid model sold in the UK, along with around 436,000 hybrids worldwide.

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Green Cars News

APRIL 7, 2010

If you thought Toyota had turned the corner following its series of recalls then you may have to think again – because the Japanese manufacturer is still in deep water over the incident.

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