Runaway Cars: Toyota Canada recalls 28,000 vehicles over transmission flaw; wheels may continue to move while vehicle in neutral
Toronto, Ontario — Toyota Canada is recalling more than 28,000 vehicles due to a transmission problem that can lead to increased collisions, says the auto manufacturer. Specific models affected by the recall include the 2023 to 2024 model-year Toyota Tundra, Sequoia and Lexus LX 600. The reason for the recall has to do with certain […]
Autumn Accumulations: Toyota and dealers raise over $900,000 for Canadian food bank donations
Toronto, Ontario – Toyota Canada and its dealers donated more than $900,000 to local food banks across the country this month. In a recent news release, the automaker said that food banks are seeing a notable increase in numbers, but are struggling to meet the current demand. “Having food on the table is something many […]
A Fresh Perspective: Registration open for Toyota Canada ‘Dream Car Art Contest’
Toronto, Ontario — Sometimes the best ideas come from the minds of children; Toyota Canada knows this well and is proud to announce that entries are now being accepted for the 2023 “Dream Car Art Contest,” open for children 15 and under. The annual community contest put on by Toyota Canada encourages kids to get […]
Tuesday Ticker: August 10, 2021
Toronto, Ontario — This week, Uni-Select reports its second-quarter financial results, Toyota Canada claims record-breaking July sales numbers and U.S. President Joe Biden says he plans for 50 percent of the nation’s new vehicle sales to be electric. Uni-Select says up, up and away Uni-Select reported its second-quarter financial results last week, reporting “strong market […]
Road Trip Ready: Nearly 50 percent of Canadians are planning road trips this summer
Toronto, Ontario — Collision repair shops may finally get their volumes back to pre-pandemic levels this summer, with nearly 50 percent of Canadians planning to take a road trip over the next few months. The past 15 months have been tough for bodyshops. With more people working from home, restrictions on travel and what seems […]
Toyota Takes a Stand: OEM announces support for Canadian Race Relations Foundation
Toronto, Ontario — Toyota Canada is providing financial support for two Canadian Race Relations Foundation (CRRF) initiatives seeking to engage Canadians in an important national dialogue about racism in our communities. The #BlockHate Campaign was developed by CRRF and YWCA Canada to highlight the consequences of online hate and share the stories of young Canadian […]
Carbon Free Facility: Toyota Canada EasternParts Distribution Centre receives Zero Carbon Building certification
Clarington, Ontario — The Toyota Canada Eastern Canada Parts Distribution Centre (ECPDC) has been awarded Zero Carbon Building Design certification from the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC). Making it one of the most environmentally sustainable buildings of its kind in the country. “In this critical decade of climate action, corporate leadership is essential,” said Thomas Mueller, […]
Toyota Takeover: Toyota and Lexus win more 2021 Vincentric Best Value in Canada Awards than any other automaker
Toronto, Ontario — Toyota Canada earned fifteen 2021 Vincentric Best Value in Canada Awards, more than any other auto manufacturer for the seventh consecutive year. Vehicles recognized with Vincentric Best Value in Canada Awards are compared against competitors in the same segments and are awarded for having lower than expected ownership costs. On Thursday, Toyota received […]
Riding Shotgun: Hospital’s mobile vaccination units gets minivans and volunteer drivers from Toyota
Toronto, Ontario — As COVID-19 vaccination efforts continue to ramp up across the country, Women’s College Hospital (WCH) in Toronto received a welcome surprise when a local Toyota dealership offered three minivans—complete with volunteer drivers— to support the hospital’s mobile vaccination and testing program over the next six months. Women’s College Hospital is supporting Toronto […]
Adapting in Adversity: Toyota Canada President and CEO on automakers success during the pandemic
Toronto, Ontario — In a speech to key Canadian auto industry influencers, the presidents of Toyota Canada and Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada (TMMC) described how Toyota’s culture of corporate agility and resilience positioned the automaker for success during a very challenging year. As the world grappled with several significant issues, Toyota focused on the future: […]
