Green Car Reports

DECEMBER 24, 2019

A recall has been issued on some 2019 Toyota Prius models over the possibility that an electrical short may cause gauge clusters to black out. A combination meter circuit board is to blame for the issue and “was inappropriately manufactured during the specific manufacturing process,” according to recall documents filed by Toyota.

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Prius 2019 Toyota Manufacturer 91

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JULY 31, 2017

The award program honored Toyota’s use of carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) inner panels on the Prius Prime liftgate and Lexus LC 500 side doors and luggage hatch. Prius Prime liftgate. With this new lightweighting technology, the Prius Prime experienced a 40% weight savings, compared to an equivalently sized aluminum liftgate.

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Lexus Prius Toyota Carbon Fiber 150

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MAY 24, 2011

The Prius v. The Prius v is one of three planned regional iterations of the vehicle: Toyota will release the vehicle as the Prius+ in Europe, and as the Prius α in Japan ( earlier post ). Bob Carter: Prius may eventually lead Toyota sales in US. I can see Prius eventually leading Toyota sales in the US.

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Prius Toyota North America MPG 186

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MARCH 23, 2016

Toyota unveiled the new Prius Prime plug-in hybrid (PHEV) at the 2016 New York International Auto Show. Toyota expects the Prius Prime’s manufacturer-estimated 120 or above MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent) to be the highest MPGe rating of any current plug-in hybrid. Toyota also expects the Prius Prime, equipped with an 8.8

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Prius Toyota PHEV Range 150

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JUNE 9, 2012

The liftback Prius led the field with 20,789 units sold, closely followed by Aqua (Prius C overseas) with 20,091 units sold. Looking at the different manufacturers, hybrid sales make up 25% of Honda sales in Japan, and a whopping 46% of Toyota sales. Integrity Exports.

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DECEMBER 21, 2016

In 2016, Euro NCAP tested 18 new passenger cars and four heavy quadricycles; three cars were awarded “Best in Class”: the Toyota Prius in the Large Family Car category; the Hyundai Ioniq in the Small Family Car category; and the VW Tiguan in the Small Off-Roader category. Toyota Prius. Euro NCAP Best in Class scores 2016. Pedestrian.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 19, 2011

Toyota expects Prius v to account for about 15% (incremental) of conventional Prius sales. The new Prius v ( earlier post )—the first of three coming members of the Prius family joining the original Prius in the US—will go on sale here at the end of next month. Under the hood of the Prius v.

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DECEMBER 19, 2011

established with China FAW Group Corporation in China’s Sichuan Province, has begun production of the third-generation Prius”gasoline-electric hybrid vehicle at its Changchun Plant. Production of the Prius began in China in 2005, marking the first time the vehicle was produced outside Japan. Manufacturing (China) Co.,

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Prius Toyota China Camry Hybrid 210

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SEPTEMBER 2, 2011

A survey ranking Japan’s “Eco Cars” for the Japanese magazine Nikkei Trendy by research group SC-Abeam Consulting of 500 people involved in vehicle manufacturing, parts supply or sales has found a significant shift from pure economy and environmental friendliness to the more practical concern of cost. Integrity Exports.

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Prius Mazda Japan Honda 257

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JULY 16, 2010

The Toyota Prius has reached 200,000 units in sales in Europe after 10 years on the market there. Toyota expects global sales of the Prius to exceed two million by the autumn of 2010. The Prius was launched in 2000 to the European market. Toyota Motor Manufacturing (UK) Ltd.

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Prius Europe Toyota Sale 186

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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. Tags: Hybrids Japan Vehicle Manufacturers. Earlier post.) Models Recalled in Japan. 20 April 2009 - 27 January 2010.

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MAY 13, 2011

Prius α S Click to enlarge. Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) has launched the Prius α (Prius alpha) in Japan. Derived from the third-generation Prius hybrid, the α offers an interior allowing multiple seat arrangements. Prius α powertrain. Earlier post.). 1,797 cc (2ZR-FXE). Engine power.

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Prius Japan Toyota NiMH 225

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APRIL 24, 2017

Mitsubishi Rayon (MRC) (which is now consolidated into Mitsubishi Chemical , along with Mitsubishi Plastis and the former Mitsubishi Chemical) recently announced that its carbon fiber sheet molding compound (SMC) has been adopted for the rear hatch frame of the new Toyota Prius PHV.

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Carbon Fiber Mitsubishi Prius Carbon 150

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APRIL 16, 2010

will introduce a new Prius minivan equipped with Li-ion batteries early next year—the first of a coming rollout of hybrids equipped with Li-ion packs. Toyota reportedly will initially manufacture the Li-ion batteries at its Teiho factory in Aichi Prefecture, with production at Panasonic EV Energy Co.,

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AUGUST 24, 2011

The new Toyota Prius α hybrid vehicle features automotive interiors made of DuPont Sorona EP polymer, a high-performance, renewably sourced thermoplastic resin. Sorona EP also offers lower warpage and improved surface appearance, compared to PBT, to help streamline the manufacturing process. and Howa Plastics Co.,

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Polymer Prius Toyota Renewable 225

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NOVEMBER 3, 2009

The Toyota Surfrider Camry Hybrid CNG and two modified Prius gas-electric hybrid vehicles are on display in the Environmental Lifestyle Zone of the Toyota vehicle display at the 2009 SEMA Show. Toyota Prius Aerius and Aemulus. Toyota also publicly debuted two uniquely modified Prius gas-electric hybrids at the 2009 SEMA Show.

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Camry Hybrid Prius Hybrid Toyota 246

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NOVEMBER 30, 2011

The Panasonic Group will supply the lithium-ion batteries for Toyota Motor Corporation’s Prius Plug-in Hybrid. Li-ion cell for Prius PHV. Earlier post.) This will be the first time for the Panasonic Group to supply its lithium-ion batteries for a mass production plug-in hybrid vehicle. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Reports

JULY 5, 2017

In May, the Toyota Prius Prime plug-in hybrid was the highest-selling car with a plug in the U.S. Last month, however, the Chevrolet Volt recaptured its usual spot at the top of the plug-in sales charts for those manufacturers who report monthly sales. for only the second time ever.

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Volt Prius Plug-in Plug 98

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JUNE 22, 2022

Together, Toyota and Redwood will investigate ways to incorporate battery recycling seamlessly through domestic battery materials manufacturing into Toyota’s battery production strategy, beginning with North America. Toyota helped pave the way for clean transportation with the introduction of the Toyota Prius more than 20 years ago.

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Toyota North America Battery Batteries 243

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JUNE 14, 2012

will install a network of intelligent charging points at the home addresses of owners of the new Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid and at all Toyota dealers in the Netherlands. One of these is the installation of manufacturer-specific networks for drivers and for dealers. This job will be a first-class example to other car manufacturers.

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Netherlands Dealers Installation Prius 231

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JUNE 14, 2011

Two condominiums in Tokyo and one condominium in Aichi Prefecture will each receive two of a total of six Prius Plug-in Hybrid and iQ-based electric vehicle units managed by nearby Toyota vehicle rental and lease companies. a parking facility manufacturer, will design parking facilities and charging equipment.

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Prius Plug-in Toyota Plug 261

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APRIL 14, 2010

Portland State University (PSU) and its Oregon partners, including Portland General Electric, have been selected by Toyota as one of six groups nationally to demonstrate and evaluate the next-generation Prius Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle (PHV). Portland State University will administer the program regionally.

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Prius Portland Toyota Oregon 170

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JANUARY 12, 2023

As part of its agreement, Toyota will be the exclusive automotive manufacturer to also provide customers with WattTime data related to human health. Toyota also offers PHEV vehicle options with the Prius Prime and RAV4 Prime. Last year Toyota launched the all-new BEV crossover, the bZ4X.

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Lexus Toyota Emissions Charging 293

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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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HS 250h 2010 Prius Lexus 186

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JUNE 10, 2009

kWh NiMH plug-in hybrid (PHEV) conversion kit that enables all-electric mode driving at speeds of up to 70 miles per hour (until the battery pack is depleted) in a converted Prius. Some previous Prius plug-in conversion kits allowed motorists to go as fast as 52 miles per hour using a “forced stealth” mode. Earlier post.).

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NiMH Kits Conversion Prius 207

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2009

Toyota will stage the world premiere of three hybrid concepts at the Frankfurt Motor Show: the Auris HSD full hybrid, the Prius plug-in hybrid concept, and the Lexus LF-Ch premium compact full hybrid concept. In July, Toyota announced that it will manufacture the hybrid C-segment Auris at its UK-based facility in Burnaston, Derbyshire.

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Concept Lexus Prius Hybrid 218

Green Car Reports

AUGUST 11, 2011

Next year, Toyota will be launching a trio of plug-in vehicles - the 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid, the 2012 Toyota RAV4EV and the 2012 Scion IQ. To coincide with that launch, Toyota has announced it will be selling a branded electric-car charging station, made by electronics manufacturing firm Leviton.

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Prius RAV4EV Plug-in Toyota 111

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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. This immediate problem affecting the 2010 Prius relates to software that manages the regenerative and conventional braking system. Earlier post.]

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Prius Toyota PHEV Hybrid 186

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JUNE 23, 2023

The service is available for the Prius U Grade. Toyota Motor Corporation has started offering an upgrade service in Japan that allows customers to evolve their cars swiftly in line with technological innovation as part of the company’s efforts to enhance car value.

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Japan Toyota Prius Corporation 195

Green Energy Consumers

JUNE 1, 2022

If you are looking to purchase an electric vehicle from Toyota, like the Toyota Prius Prime or the Toyota RAV4 Prime, you should know that the federal tax credit will soon start phasing out. The federal tax credit is capped at 200,000 electric vehicles (EVs) sold per manufacturer and Toyota is expected to reach this cap before June 2022.

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Tax Credit Tax Toyota Prius 82

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MAY 20, 2014

Fourteen years after the launch in the UK of the first-generation Prius, Toyota has sold its 100,000 th hybrid there. The 6-digit honor went to an Auris Hybrid Touring Sports in top-of-the-range Excel trim, produced by Toyota Manufacturing UK (TMUK) at its Burnaston plant, near Derby. The hybrid system includes a 1.8-liter

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APRIL 17, 2013

They are Prius Liftback, Prius v, Prius c, Prius Plug-in, Camry Hybrid, Avalon Hybrid, Highlander Hybrid, Lexus CT 200h, ES 300h, GS 450h, LS 600h and RX 450h. Of the 12 US models, Camry Hybrid, Avalon Hybrid and RX 450h are manufactured in North America with a fourth model, Highlander Hybrid, planned.

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Toyota LS 600H Global GS 450h 244

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NOVEMBER 7, 2019

BYD was founded in 1995 as a battery business and has grown into a total energy solution company, manufacturing not only electrified vehicles but other products such as large-size energy storage cells. We hope to further advance and expand both BYD and Toyota from the efforts of the new company with BYD.

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BYD Toyota Electric Vehicles Companies 283

Sema Connect

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Jeannie doesn’t typically buy new cars, but between government, manufacturer, and dealership incentives, her 2021 Prius was easily affordable! The post Driver Spotlight: Taking Charge with EV Incentives appeared first on Smart Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations.

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Charging Prius Affordable Buy 75

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DECEMBER 3, 2015

In August, Toyota Motor Corporation announced that Toyota and Lexus combined had sold more than eight million hybrid cars worldwide since the launch of the Toyota Prius in 1997. In Europe, Toyota manufactures the Yaris Hybrid, Auris Hybrid, Auris Hybrid Touring Sports. Two-thirds of the hybrid sales in Europe are made in Europe.

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LS 600H GS 450h Europe Hybrid 150

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2013

Some people say hybrid vehicles such as the Prius are only a bridge to the future. In January 1996, he became chief engineer of that center, which developed the Prius. Toyota offers more types of hybrids than any other manufacturer. The Prius alone hit a cumulative level of 3 million sales globally in June.

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Green Cars News

SEPTEMBER 5, 2012

The Toyota Prius has been named Green Car of the Year by Professional Driver magazine. Despite a growing number of manufacturers joining the hybrid market, it is the first mass-produced hybrid vehicle and its ever-evolving line of variants that continues to collect the accolades.

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