Toyota Launches its First Ever Exclusive Express Service Facility in India

New Delhi, December 16th, 2013- Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt. Ltd. today launched its first ever Toyota Express Service (TES) outlet in India during an inauguration at Galaxy Toyota, Rama Road in New Delhi. TES is designed to offer the renowned Toyota standard of high quality service to its customers in a very short time. TES would exclusively accommodate the well-known Express Maintenance 60 (EM60) concept which has been well received by the customers in India. It aims at increasing customer satisfaction and retention by ensuring quality service in substantially curtailed turnaround with the help of sophisticated equipment, perfect ergonomy, synchronizing processes and eliminating stagnation amidst them.

The concept of TES was conceived keeping in mind the customer’s needs so that the customer can spend quality time relaxing at the facility while the vehicle gets serviced, thus duly valuing the precious time of the customer. The new Toyota Express Service outlet is conveniently located within very close proximity to a full-fledged Toyota dealership which supports the TES with parts and other paraphernalia as required.

Reciprocating to the grave environmental need of preserving water resource, Toyota has introduced Dry Washing technology at TES to clean the vehicle body. Toyota has also introduced Dry Washing technology at TES to clean the vehicle body. This renders better appearance to the vehicle post cleaning than the conventional water wash at no additional cost to the customer.

Spread over a total area of around 8,000 sq ft, the new Galaxy Toyota Express Service outlet has 3 Express Maintenance bays. With its efficient operations following Toyota standard operating methods, this facility can churn out around 35 units in a day.

Launching Toyota Express Service at the inauguration of the new Galaxy Toyota Express Service outlet, Mr. Sandeep Singh, DMD & COO, TKM, said, “Given the importance of time, it is our aim is to provide the best quality services to our customers in the shortest time span through Toyota’s Express Services. We feel honored by the loyalty of our customers and are committed to exceed their expectation at all times.” Launched as a pilot project at Galaxy Toyota, TES outlets are planned to be opened at key metro cities, with Bengaluru following close on the heels.

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor Launches Fortuner TRD Sportivo - Limited Edition

New Delhi, 21st October, 2013: Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) today launched the Fortuner TRD Sportivo- Limted Edition, for the festive season. The Fortuner TRD Sportivo has been specially introduced to further enhance the sporty quotient of the Fortuner and bring in new product excitement along with Toyota’s legendary promise of Quality, Durability & Reliability (QDR). 

Designed by Toyota Racing Development (TRD), the limited edition will be available in the 4x4 MT variant of the Fortuner. The new sporty quotient will not only further boost the Fortuner’s road presence, but will also lend it a unique identity. 

The Fortuner TRD Sportivo Limited Edition has the following new features:

1. Aerodynamically designed dual tone front and rear bumper spoiler

2. TRD engraved sporty side body stripe

3. Rear roof spoiler

4. Radiator grille with TRD emblem

5. Rear TRD Sportivo emblem 

Only 400 exclusive units of the Fortuner Limited Edition will be sold till the month of Dec 2013. Available in two colors, Super White & Silver Mica Metallic, the Fortuner TRD Sportivo is priced at Rs. 24,26,247/- (ex showroom Delhi). 

Speaking about the launch, Mr. Sandeep Singh, DMD & COO, TKM said, “Fortuner has been the leader in its segment since launch and has sold more than 54,000 units. With an aim to provide newness, we have introduced the Fortuner Limited edition for the festive season. Sought after for both off-roading and city driving, the limited edition with its sporty image will provide exclusivity to our customers. 

We have recently launched the New Innova and the limited editions of Etios and Liva to make this festive season a very special one for all our customers and further reiterate Toyota’s efforts to provide our customers new and advanced vehicles every time we refresh our products. 

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Overview of TKM:

Company name - Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited

Managing Director - Hiroshi Nakagawa

Equity participation - TMC: 89%, Kirloskar group: 11%

Number of employees - Approx. 6,000 +

Land area - Aprox. 432 acres (approx.1,700,000 m2)

Building area - 74,000 m2

Total Installed Production capacity - Upto 3,10,000 units 

Overview of TKM 1st Plant

Established - October 1997 (start of production: December 1999)

Location - Suburb of Bangalore, Karnataka State

Products - Innova, Fortuner manufactured in India. Prado, Land Cruiser and Prius imported as CBUs.

Installed Production capacity - Upto 1,00,000 units 

Overview of TKM 2nd Plant

Location - On the site of Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited (on the outskirts of Bangalore, Karnataka State)

Products - Corolla Altis, Etios, Etios Liva, Camry, Camry Hybrid

Start of production - December 2010

Installed Production capacity - Upto 2,10,000 units 

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt. Ltd.

Ananya Bhattacharjee

Mobile : 0-7259017457

E-mail: ananya_bhattacharjee@toyota-kirloskar.co.in

Toyota Kirloskar Motor sells 15,795 units in September 2013

October 1, 2013, New Delhi: Toyota Kirloskar Motor registered total sales of 15,795 units in Sept 2013 when compared to 14,291 units in Sept 2012. The company exported 3,780 units of the Etios series last month. 

The company sold 12,015 units in the domestic market in Sept 2013 as compared to 12,115 units in Sept 2012. 

Commenting on the sales in Sept 2013, Mr. Sandeep Singh, Deputy Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer, Marketing and Commercial said “The market continues to be sluggish. We hope that the market will improve with the upcoming festive season." 

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Overview of TKM: 

Company name - Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited

Managing Director - Hiroshi Nakagawa

Equity participation - TMC: 89%, Kirloskar group: 11%

Number of employees - Approx. 6,000 +

Land area - Aprox. 432 acres (approx.1,700,000 m2)

Building area - 74,000 m2

Total Installed Production capacity - Upto 3,10,000 units 

Overview of TKM 1st Plant

Established - October 1997 (start of production: December 1999)

Location - Suburb of Bangalore, Karnataka State

Products - Innova, Fortuner manufactured in India. Prado, Land Cruiser and Prius imported as CBUs.

Installed Production capacity - Upto 1,00,000 units 

Overview of TKM 2nd Plant

Location - On the site of Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited (on the outskirts of Bangalore, Karnataka State)

Products - Corolla Altis, Etios, Etios Liva, Camry, Camry Hybrid

Start of production - December 2010

Installed Production capacity - Upto 2,10,000 units 

For any further information please contact:

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt. Ltd.

Tarunya Mohan

Mobile : 0-9740900029

E-mail: tarunyamohan@toyota-kirloskar.co.in

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Increases Prices of Key Models

New Delhi, September 17th, 2013: Toyota Kirloskar Motor today announced an increase in the prices of its key models, effective September 21st, 2013. The price increase of the Etios, Etios Liva, Innova and Corolla Altis will be upto 1.50 per cent.

The range of price increase for each product is:

- Etios- Rs 4,000 to Rs 8,000

- Etios Liva – Rs 4,500 to Rs 8,600

- Innova - Rs. 7,000 to Rs. 11,000

- Corolla Altis - Rs. 11,000 to Rs. 24,000

Due to inflation, falling rupee and increase in the cost of materials, the company was forced to pass on the increase in cost, to the customers.

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Overview of TKM:

Company name - Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited

Managing Director - Hiroshi Nakagawa

Equity participation - TMC: 89%, Kirloskar group: 11%

Number of employees - Approx. 6,000 +

Land area - Aprox. 432 acres (approx.1,700,000 m2)

Building area - 74,000 m2

Total Installed Production capacity - Upto 3,10,000 units 

Overview of TKM 1st Plant

Established - October 1997 (start of production: December 1999)

Location - Suburb of Bangalore, Karnataka State

Products - Innova, Fortuner manufactured in India.

Prado, Land Cruiser and Prius imported as CBUs.

Installed Production capacity Upto 1,00,000 units 

Overview of TKM 2nd Plant

Location - On the site of Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited (on the outskirts of Bangalore, Karnataka State)

Products - Corolla Altis, Etios, Etios Liva, Camry, Camry Hybrid

Start of production - December 2010

Installed Production capacity - Upto 2,10,000 units 

For any further information please contact:

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt. Ltd.

Tarunya Mohan

Mobile : 0-9740900029

E-mail: tarunyamohan@toyota-kirloskar.co.in

Toyota Kirloskar Motor sells 15,201 units in August 2013

September 1, 2013 Bangalore: Toyota Kirloskar Motor registered total sales of 15,201 units in Aug 2013 when compared to 16,225 Units in Aug 2012. Sales declined by 6%. The company exported 3,194 units of the Etios series last month. 

The company sold 12,007 units in the domestic market in August 2013 as compared to 13,995 units in August 2012. 

Commenting on the sales in August 2013, Mr. Sandeep Singh, Deputy Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer, Marketing and Commercial said “With the rupee depreciation and rising inflation we have increased the prices of Camry Petrol and Fortuner. The prices have been increased by 1%. 

Last month we launched the Camry Hybrid, this is in line with offering advanced technology to our customers and encouraging the use of hybrid in India thereby contributing to a greener tomorrow. 

The market is still sluggish, however we hope to see the market improve with good monsoons and the upcoming festive season." 

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor sells 14,470 units in July 2013

Aug 1, 2013, Bangalore: Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) registered total sales of 14,470 units in July 2013 when compared to 16,062 units last year. Sales declined by 10%. The company exported 2,955 units of the Etios series last month. 

The company sold 11,515 units in the domestic market in July 2013 as compared to 14,574 units in the corresponding month in 2012. 

Commenting on the sales in June 2013, Mr. Sandeep Singh, Deputy Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer, Marketing and Commercial said “Market continues to be sluggish and it seems that we are heading for tougher times in view of the current market outlook.” 

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Toyota Announces the First Ever Etios Motor Racing Trophy

Bangalore, July 23rd, 2013: Toyota Kirloskar Motor today announced that the inaugural Etios Motor Racing (EMR) Trophy will be held in Chennai as a part of the FMSCI National Racing Championship, organized by Madras Motor Sports Club (MMSC). Toyota had launched the one-make racing concept last year at the Auto Expo in New Delhi followed by exciting motorsport activities across the country, which included two very successful exhibition races at Chennai and Gurgaon. 

The first EMR race will be flagged off on July 27th, 2013 at the Madras Motor Race Track (MMRT). In all, there will be four EMR Trophy races during the third leg of the National Racing Championship to be held in Chennai on the 27th & 28th of July. The winners of each individual race in all four races will receive a trophy and a cash prize. Apart from the three podium finishes, the most promising young driver will also be entitled to a trophy and cash prize. The next racing weekend for the 25 young EMR drivers will be at the Buddh International Circuit at Noida in September during the fifth leg of the National Racing Championship. 

Commenting on EMR’s participation in the NCR, Mr. N. Raja, Senior Vice President, Marketing, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said, “2012 was an excitement filled year for EMR, right from its official launch at the Delhi Auto Expo to the two hugely successful exhibition races at Chennai and Gurgaon, and finally international exposure at the Colombo Night Race in December. EMR also saw a lot of excitement amongst the youth during the driver selection & training camps which were held in various cities. We also took EMR to all our dealerships across India to give our customers a taste of Toyota’s motorsport experience and it was very well received. As we begin our season in 2013, we look forward to a lot of thrill & excitement as our drivers are all geared to take on the National Racing Championship. It is an honor for us to be associated with National Racing Championship and we believe this will be an excellent opportunity for our line-up of drivers.” 

The 25 EMR drivers selected last year will compete for the EMR Trophy over eight races this year. The best three EMR drivers after EMR Trophy I & II will also have the opportunity to race at the Vios Cup scheduled to take place in Thailand this year. It is a single make 

racing conducted by TRD in Thailand. The Official Partners for EMR Trophy in 2013 are MRF Tyres, DENSO, Motul Lubricants and BMC. 

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Toyota Etios Motor Racing Marks Its National Debut at the National Racing Championship

July 29th 2013, Bangalore: The inaugural Toyota Etios Motor Racing (EMR) Trophy got off to an excellent start with Diljith winning race 1 & race 3 while Arjun Narendran won an action packed race 2. In all, there were four EMR races scheduled during the third leg of the National Racing Championship in Chennai last weekend of which race 4 was cancelled due to heavy rains and safety concerns associated with it. 

Race 1 of the inaugural Toyota EMR Trophy saw EMR take to the National Racing Championship for the first time. Diljith, who had qualified on pole position on Friday led from start to finish to win the first race of the season. Behind him there was a great battle between youngster Akhil Rabindra, Abhinay Bikkani and Keith D'Souza who finished in that order with less than a second between them. 

Race 2, one of the most action packed races of the day saw Arjun Narendran win his first race with Abhinay Bikkani coming in second place ahead of Varun Anekar. Race 1 winner Diljith was in 4th place challenging for third before having a collision with Akhil Rabindra. 

Diljith also won Race 3 of the Toyota EMR Trophy ahead of Abhinay Bikkani and Akhil Rabindra. Diljith started on pole position and led from start to finish comfortably. The battle behind him was very close with four cars fighting for the remaining two podium spots. In the end Abhinay and Akhil managed to hold off the challenge from Keith D'Souza and Arjun Narendran to finish on the podium. 

The 25 EMR drivers will battle it out again during the second round of the EMR Trophy at the 5th leg of the National Racing Championship to be held at the Buddh International Circuit in Noida this September. The best three EMR drivers of the trophy will also have the opportunity to race overseas at other Toyota racing events. 

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Worldwide ‘Prius’ Sales Top 3-Million Mark

Bangalore, July 3, 2013 - Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) today announced that the worldwide cumulative sales of the “Prius”, gasoline-electric hybrid vehicle passed the 3-million mark as on June 2013. 

In 1997, TMC launched the Prius, which was the world’s first mass-produced hybrid passenger car. The second generation followed in 2003, and the third generation in 2009. From the first to third generation, TMC greatly reduced the cost of the hybrid system by two-thirds and increased fuel efficiency from 28 km/L to 38 km/L*. In addition to this, TMC also applied for 1,261 patents relating to the third-generation Prius, achieving progress worthy of the Prius name (derived from a Latin word meaning “to go before”). 

The third generation Prius was launched in India in 2010. Since becoming the world's first mass-produced hybrid vehicle in 1997, the Prius has received worldwide acclaim. 

Since the development of the first-generation Prius, TMC has positioned hybrid technology as a core technology required for the development of various types of environment-friendly vehicles and has placed emphasis on the development and production of core components such as motors, inverters, batteries and electronic control units (ECUs). 

TMC will continue to conduct R&D for the development of hybrid and other cutting-edge technologies and achieve sustainable growth by deploying these technologies across the globe. 

Last year, hybrid vehicles accounted for 14 percent of TMC’s global vehicle sales and 40 percent of its vehicle sales in Japan. As of this month, TMC sells 19 hybrid passenger car models and one plug-in hybrid model in approximately 80 countries and regions around the world, and between now and December 2015, TMC will launch a total of 18 new hybrid vehicles worldwide and is committed to augmenting its product lineup even further and increasing the number of countries and regions where it sells hybrid vehicles. This expansion is based on TMC’s ultimate objective of promoting hybrid vehicles as a mass market adoption option and its underlying philosophy that environment-friendly vehicles can only truly have a positive impact if they are used and experienced widely. 

Toyota Prius Sales (based on TMC data) (Unit = 1 vehicle) 

          First Generation - Second Generation - Third Generation*2 - Cumulative Total

           (Dec.1997–Aug. 2003)-(Sep. 2003–Dec. 2011*1)-(Since May 2009)-(Dec. 1997–May 2013)

Total - 123,000 - 1,192,000 - 1,688,000 - 3,002,000*3

Japan - 65,000 - 360,000 - 899,000 - 1,325,000

Outside Japan - 57,000 - 831,000 - 788,000 - 1,677.000*3

North America - 52,000 - 683,000 - 600,000 - 1,335,000*3

Europe - 4,000 - 123,000 - 134,000 - 262,000

Other - 500 - 24,000 - 53,000 - 79,000

*1With the launch in Japan of the third-generation Prius in May 2009, the second-generation Prius was sold as the “PriusEX”. Production ended in December 2011; *2Prius only (not including the “Prius α / Prius v / Prius +”, “Aqua / Prius c” or the “Prius PHV”); *3Sum of cumulative total through the end of May 2013 and June sales volume in the United States.

*Measured using the 10-15 test cycle of the Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor sells 13,805 units in June 2013

July 1, 2013, Bangalore: Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) sold 13,805 units in June 2013 when compared to 17,140 units last year. Sales declined by 19 %. The company exported 2,795 units of the Etios series last month. 

The company sold 11,010 units in the domestic market in June 2013 as compared to 14,700 units in the corresponding month in 2012. 

Commenting on the sales in June 2013, Mr. Sandeep Singh, Deputy Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer, Marketing and Commercial said “The overall weak economic conditions continue to keep the market sentiments low and the market sluggish. We have seen an increase in sales when compared to last month. We have been able to keep the inventory levels low, both at TKM and dealer’s end. We hope to see the market improve after the monsoon and during the festive season.” 

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor sells 10,023 units in May 2013

June 1, 2013, New Delhi: Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) sold 10,023 units in the domestic market in May 2013 as compared to 15,501 units in the corresponding month in 2012, sales declined by 35%.

The company exported 2,479 units of Etios series to South Africa in May 2013. The total sales registered were 12,502 units including exports. 

Commenting on the sales in May 2013, Mr. Sandeep Singh, Deputy Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer, Marketing and Commercial said “The market continues to be sluggish. We have corrected the dealer’s inventory levels and have been able to bring it down to less than 30 days.” 

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Overview of TKM: 

 

Company name - Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited

Managing Director - Hiroshi Nakagawa

Equity participation - TMC: 89%, Kirloskar group: 11%

Number of employees - Approx. 6,000 +

Land area - Aprox. 432 acres (approx.1,700,000 m2)

Building area - 74,000 m2

Total Installed Production capacity - Upto 3,10,000 units

Overview of TKM 1st Plant 

Established - October 1997 (start of production: December 1999)

Location - Suburb of Bangalore, Karnataka State

Products - Innova, Fortuner manufactured in India. Prado, Land Cruiser and Prius imported as CBUs.

Installed Production capacity - Upto 1,00,000 units 

Overview of TKM 2nd Plant 

Location - On the site of Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited (on the outskirts of Bangalore, Karnataka State)

Products - Corolla Altis, Etios, Etios Liva, New Camry

Start of production - December 2010

Installed Production capacity - Upto 2,10,000 units

For any further information please contact:

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt. Ltd.

Tarunya Mohan

Mobile : 0-9740900029

E-mail: tarunyamohan@toyota-kirloskar.co.in

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Toyota Kirloskar Motor sells 9,007 units in April 2013

May 1, 2013 , New Delhi : Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) sold 9,007 units in the domestic market in April 2013 as compared to 14,378 units in the corresponding month in 2012, sales declined by 37%.

The company exported 1,449 units of Etios series to South Africa in April 2013. The total sales registered were 10,456 units including exports.

Commenting on the sales in April 2013, Mr. Sandeep Singh, Deputy Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer, Marketing and Commercial said “The market continues to be sluggish and is expected to take some time to revive. We have taken measures to reduce inventory, both at our and at the dealers end.”

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Worldwide Sales of Toyota Hybrid Vehicles Top 5 Million Units

Bangalore, April 17, 2013 - Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) today announced that the cumulative global sales of its hybrid vehicles crossed the 5 million unit mark as of March 31, 2013, reaching 5.125 million units1.

Last year, hybrid vehicles accounted for 14 percent of TMC’s global vehicle sales and 40 percent of its vehicle sales in Japan. As of this month, TMC sells 19 hybrid passenger car models and one plug-in hybrid model in approximately 80 countries and regions around the world, and between now and December 2015, TMC will launch a total of 18 new hybrid vehicles worldwide and is committed to augmenting its product lineup even further and increasing the number of countries and regions where it sells hybrid vehicles. This expansion is based on TMC’s ultimate objective of promoting hybrid vehicles as a mass market adoption option and its underlying philosophy that environment-friendly vehicles can only truly have a positive impact if they are used and experienced widely.

TMC calculates that as of March 31, 2013, TMC hybrid vehicles2 have resulted in approximately 34 million fewer tons3 of CO2 emissions—believed to be a cause of climate change—than would have been emitted by gasoline-powered vehicles of similar size and driving performance. TMC also estimates that its hybrid vehicles have saved approximately 12 million kiloliters of gasoline compared to the amount used by gasoline-powered vehicles of similar size.

TMC launched the “Coaster Hybrid EV” during August 1997 in Japan and launched the “Prius”—the world’s first mass-produced hybrid passenger vehicle—in December, 1997. Since then, TMC hybrid vehicles have received tremendous support from consumers around the world.

Commenting on the achievement, Mr. Takeshi Uchiyamada, Vice Chairman, TMC who was responsible for development of the first-generation Prius, said, ““We developed the first-generation Prius with the aim of making it a car for the twenty-first century and as an indication of Toyota’s response to environmental issues. We had to develop a hybrid system from scratch, making our task extremely difficult. Nevertheless, we took on the challenge. The launch of the first-generation Prius had effects beyond our expectations, with the vehicle increasing consumer environmental awareness and raising hybrid vehicle expectations. The understanding of consumers at launch time laid the foundation for the widespread adoption, and, since then, consumers have continued to support TMC hybrid vehicles. For this, I am extremely grateful.” [more]

Having positioned hybrid technologies that enable the use of different fuel combinations—including the component technologies necessary for development of various environment-friendly cars—as core environmental technologies for the twenty-first century, TMC plans to continue working to further raise performance, reduce costs, and expand its product lineup—including that of non-hybrid environment-friendly vehicles—to create vehicles that are popular with consumers.

Link to dedicated web content including a video message from Vice Chairman Uchiyamada: http://www.toyota-global.com/hv5m/

1Including plug-in hybrid vehicles; according to TMC data

2Excluding the Coaster Hybrid EV and Quick Delivery 200

3Number of registered vehicles × distance traveled × fuel efficiency (actual fuel efficiency in each country) × CO2 conversion factor

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Toyota Hybrid Vehicle Sales*(Unit = 1,000 vehicles)

1997

Japan - 0.3

Outside Japan

Total - 0.3

Cumulative total- 0.3

1998 Japan - 17.6 Outside Japan Total - 17.6 Cumulative total - 17.9

1999

Japan - 15.2

Outside Japan

Total - 15.2

Cumulative total - 33.2

2000

Japan - 12.5

Outside Japan - 6.4

Total - 19

Cumulative total - 52.2

2001

Japan - 18.4

Outside Japan - 18.4

Total - 36.9

Cumulative total - 89.1

2002

Japan - 19.9

Outside Japan - 21.3

Total - 41.3

Cumulative total - 130.5

2003

Japan - 27.1

Outside Japan - 26.1

Total - 53.2

Cumulative total - 183.8

2004

Japan - 68.7

Outside Japan - 65.9

Total - 134.6

Cumulative total - 318.5

2005

Japan - 58.5

Outside Japan - 176.4

Total - 234.9

Cumulative total - 553.4

2006

Japan - 72.4

Outside Japan - 240

Total - 312.5

Cumulative total - 865.9

2007

Japan - 81.9

Outside Japan - 347.4

Total - 429.4

Cumulative total - 1,295.30

2008

Japan - 104.4

Outside Japan - 325.3

Total - 429.7

Cumulative total - 1,725.10

2009

Japan - 251.1

Outside Japan - 278.9

Total - 530.1

Cumulative total - 2,255.20

2010

Japan - 392.2

Outside Japan - 297.9

Total - 690.1

Cumulative total - 2,945.40

2011

Japan - 316.3

Outside Japan - 312.6

Total - 628.9

Cumulative total - 3,574.40

2012

Japan - 678

Outside Japan - 541

Total - 1,219.00

Cumulative total - 4,793.50

Jan-Mar 2013

Japan - 187.8

Outside Japan - 144.3

Total - 332.1

Cumulative total - 5,125.60

*Based on TMC data

Year - Month - Milestone

1997 - Mar. - Toyota Hybrid System (THS) unveiled

1997 - Aug. - Coaster Hybrid EV launched (Japan only)

1997 - Oct. - Prius unveiled (launched in December)

2000 - Nov. - Cumulative global Prius sales top 50,000 vehicles

2001 - Jun. - Estima Hybrid launched (Japan only)

2001 - Aug. - Crown Royal series with Mild Hybrid System launched (Japan only)

2002 - Mar. - Cumulative global hybrid vehicle sales top 100,000 mark

2002 - Aug. - Cumulative global Prius sales top 100,000 vehicles

2002 - Oct. - Crown Sedan with Mild Hybrid System launched (Japan only)

2003 - Apr. - Toyota Hybrid System II (THS II) unveiled

2003 - Jul. - Alphard Hybrid launched (Japan only)

2003 - Sep. - Completely redesigned second-generation Prius launched

2003 - Sep. - Dyna Hybrid and Toyoace Hybrid unveiled (launched in November; Japan only)

2005 - Mar. - Harrier Hybrid (RX 400h) and Kluger Hybrid (Highlander Hybrid) launched

2005 - Oct. - Cumulative global hybrid vehicle sales top 500,000 mark

2005 - Dec. - Second-generation Prius production commenced at SFTM’s Changchun plant in China

2006 - Mar. - GS 450h launched

2006 - Apr. - Cumulative global Prius sales top 500,000 vehicles

2006 - May - Camry Hybrid launched (for sale outside Japan)

2006 - Jun. - Completely redesigned Estima Hybrid launched (Japan only)

2006 - Oct. - Camry Hybrid production commenced at Kentucky Plant in the U.S.; Quick Delivery 200 launched (Japan only)

2007 - May - Cumulative global hybrid vehicle sales top 1 million mark; LS 600h/LS 600hL launched

2008 - Feb. - Crown Hybrid unveiled (launched in May; Japan only)

2008 - Apr. - Cumulative global Prius sales top 1 million vehicles

2009 - Jan. - RX 450h unveiled (launched in April)

2009 - May - Completely redesigned third-generation Prius launched

2009 - Jul. - Camry Hybrid production commenced at TMT’s Gateway Plant, Thailand; HS 250h launched

2009 - Aug. - Cumulative global hybrid vehicle sales top 2 million mark

2009 - Oct. - Sai unveiled (launched in December, Japan only)

2009 - Dec. - Camry Hybrid production commenced at TMCA’s Altona Plant, Australia

2010 - Apr. - Camry Hybrid production commenced at GTMC’s plant in China

2010 - Jun. - Auris Hybrid production commenced at TMUK’s Burnaston Plant, UK; Auris Hybrid launched (for sale outside Japan)

2010 - Jul. - Cumulative sales in Japan of hybrids top 1 million vehicles

2010 - Sep. - Cumulative global Prius sales top 2 million vehicles

2010 - Nov. - Third-generation Prius production commenced at TMT’s Gateway Plant, Thailand

2011 - Jan. - Annual Prius sales in Japan of new vehicles in 2010 were 315,669 vehicles, the largest amount of annual sales ever recorded; CT 200h launched

2011 - Feb. - Cumulative global hybrid vehicle sales top 3 million mark

2011 - May - Prius α launched

2011 - Aug. - Prius sales in Japan top 1 million mark

2011 - Sep. - Completely redesigned Camry Hybrid launched in Japan; Hybrid models of the Alphard and Vellfire added (launched in November, Japan only)

2011 - Oct. - TMEC of China conducts cornerstone laying ceremony and announces plan to produce and sell vehicles with hybrid systems produced in China jointly with China FAW Group and GTMC around 2015

2011 - Nov. - Prius PHV unveiled (launched in January 2012 in Japan, in March 2012 in the U.S., in the summer of 2012 in Europe)

2011 - Dec. - Production of third-generation Prius commenced at SFTM’s Changchun Plant in China; Aqua launched

2012 - Jan. - Completely redesigned GS 450h unveiled (launched in March)

2012 - Feb. - Start of Highlander Hybrid production at Indiana Plant in the U.S. in the second half of 2013 announced

2012 - Feb. - Production and sale of Camry Hybrid in Kuozui’s Kuanying Plant, Taiwan commenced

2012 - Apr. - Cumulative global hybrid vehicle sales top 4 million mark

2012 - May - Yaris Hybrid launched (for sale outside Japan)

2012 - Jul. - Start of RX 450h production at TMMC’s Cambridge Plant in early 2014 announced; ES 300h launched (for sale outside Japan)

2012 - Oct. - Cumulative hybrid vehicle sales in Japan top 2 million mark

2012 - Oct. - Cumulative global hybrid vehicle sales from January through October 2012 top 1 million mark

2012 - Nov. - Completely redesigned Auris Hybrid launched (for sale outside Japan)

2012 - Dec. - Completely redesigned Crown hybrid unveiled (launched in January 2013, Japan only); Avalon hybrid launched (for sale outside Japan)

2013 - Mar. - Cumulative global hybrid vehicle sales top 5 million mark

Overview of TKM:

Company name - Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited

Managing Director - Hiroshi Nakagawa

Equity participation - TMC: 89%, Kirloskar group: 11%

Number of employees - Approx. 6,000 +

Land area - Aprox. 432 acres (approx.1,700,000 m2)

Building area - 74,000 m2

Total Installed Production capacity - Upto 3,10,000 units

Overview of TKM 1st Plant

Established - October 1997 (start of production: December 1999)

Location - Suburb of Bangalore, Karnataka State

Products - Innova, Fortuner manufactured in India. Prado, Land Cruiser and Prius imported as CBUs.

Installed Production capacity - Upto 1,00,000 units

Overview of TKM 2nd Plant

Location - On the site of Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited (on the outskirts of Bangalore, Karnataka State)

Products - Corolla Altis, Etios, Etios Liva, New Camry

Start of production - December 2010

Installed Production capacity - Upto 2,10,000 units

For any further information please contact:

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt. Ltd.

Ananya Bhattacharjee

Mobile : 0-7259017457

E-mail: ananya_bhattacharjee@toyota-kirloskar.co.in 

Source: http://www.directionsmag.com/pressreleases/worldwide-sales-of-toyota-hybrid-vehicles-top-5-million-units/323821/

Toyota Kirloskar Motor registers 7% growth in March 2013

April 1, 2013, Bangalore: Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) sold 19,452 units, in the domestic market, in March 2013 as compared to 18,220 units in the corresponding month in 2012, thereby registering a 7% growth.

The company exported 1,691 units in March 2013. The total sales registered were 21,143 units including exports.

Commenting on the sales in March 2013, Mr. Sandeep Singh, Deputy Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer, Marketing and Commercial said “Despite the slow demand in market, we have registered a growth. This growth can be mainly attributed to high customer acceptance of the New models of Etios and Etios Liva, launched recently. The Etios and Etios Liva sold 8,637 units in March. The sales of Innova and Fortuner have also contributed to this growth. On the other hand, increase in excise duty of SUV’s and implementation of increased road tax in some of the states has helped clear the stock of pre budget vehicles. The market continues to be slow, and is expected to remain sluggish in the coming months”.

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Overview of TKM:

Company name - Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited

Managing Director - Hiroshi Nakagawa

Equity participation - TMC: 89%, Kirloskar group: 11%

Number of employees - Approx. 6,000 +

Land area - Aprox. 432 acres (approx.1,700,000 m2)

Building area - 74,000 m2

Total Installed Production capacity - Upto 3,10,000 units

Overview of TKM 1st Plant

Established - October 1997 (start of production: December 1999)

Location - Suburb of Bangalore, Karnataka State

Products - Innova, Fortuner manufactured in India. Prado, Land Cruiser and Prius imported as CBUs.

Installed Production capacity - Upto 1,00,000 units

Overview of TKM 2nd Plant

Location - On the site of Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited (on the outskirts of Bangalore, Karnataka State)

Products - Corolla Altis, Etios, Etios Liva, New Camry

Start of production - December 2010

Installed Production capacity - Upto 2,10,000 units

For any further information please contact:

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt. Ltd.

Tarunya Mohan

Mobile : 9740900029

E-mail: tarunyamohan@toyota-kirloskar.co.in

Source:http://www.prlog.org/12111205-toyota-kirloskar-motor-registers-7-growth-in-march-2013.html

Toyota introduces the All New Etios and Etios Liva

New dynamic exterior styling and Latest features that adds a touch of class – two tone premium interiors, driver seat with seat adjust, adjustable head rest, combi meter with new blue illumination, music system with latest features .New exterior colour – grey

New exterior colour - grey

New grades introduced

Etios available in the price range of Rs. 5,45,390 and Rs. 7,08,679 (petrol variant ) and Rs. 6,70,743 and Rs. 8,15,852 (diesel variant), ex-showroom Delhi

Etios Liva available in the price range of Rs. 4,46,276 and Rs. 5,99,456 and (petrol variant) and Rs. 5,72,119 and Rs. 6,38,390 (diesel variant), exshowroom Delhi

Liva TRD Sportivo will be priced at Rs. 6,13,559 (petrol variant)

New Delhi, 10th March 2013 - Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt. Ltd. today announced the launch of the New Etios and Etios Liva. The new vehicles were launched amid much fanfare at the final match of the month long cricket tournament – *Toyota University Cricket Championship (TUCC).

The Etios was launched in December 2010 followed by Etios Liva in June 2011. Since then, it has sold more than 1, 45,000 units. The Etios and Etios Liva, have been well accepted and appreciated by the customers and has been a great success in the Indian market.

The New Etios and Etios Liva have been designed to give it a bold and trendy appearance. New grades have been introduced to spruce up the entire line up and make it more youthful and trendy.

New Exterior Design

The new Etios and Etios Liva come with a refreshed look.

- Redesigned grille with chrome finish

- Rear combination lamps with distinct fin pattern that gives it a sleek look

- New indicators on side view mirrors

- Newly introduced classic grey colour to add to the style

New Interior Design

- Two tone premium interiors – Stylishly textured dashboard, soft fabric and ash brown colour lends a classy look

- New 2 Din audio with Bluetooth, USB, Aux- In and remote

- Comfortable new seats, driver seats with height adjust

- Combimeter with new blue illumination

- New AC control panel with clean air filters

New Grades Introduced

Etios Liva TRD Sportivo - Looking at the overwhelming demand and popularity of the Etios Liva TRD Sportivo (1.2L) Limited Edition, it has now been introduced as a regular grade with a new 1.5 l engine.

The vehicle is aimed at offering an exclusive product to today’s youth and is also meant to create more product excitement for the already popular Etios Liva. The Limited edition has been designed by Toyota Racing Development (TRD), Japan. The vehicle is set to make a statement with its racing – inspired design. Liva TRD Sportivo derives its name from its trendy look, designed by TRD, which lends it a young and sporty edge.

Key features of the Etios Liva TRD Sportivo are – 1.5 l, 90 PS engine, ABS, D+P Airbag,15” Smoked alloys, TRDAero Kit ,TRD Sprotivo logo on seats and Roof ornament.

New Etios and Etios Liva - The grades in petrol and diesel are being enhanced to give the customers a wider choice. The diesel line up will now have the newly introduced J grade at the entry level.

Commenting on the new launch, Mr. Sandeep Singh, Deputy Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer, Marketing and Commercial said “As a part of our product lifecycle and with the aim to bring newness to the lineup we are launching the New Etios and Etios Liva. We have incorporated customer feedback and are looking forward to delighting more customers with the new vehicles. The whole lineup is aimed at giving the customers the latest in features and looks, adding to its style quotient. The new lineup is a lot more youthful and trendy. We thank all our customers who have liked and appreciated the product. The Etios has made inroads not just in India but also in South Africa and Brazil. The vehicles are available in the Toyota showrooms starting today. We welcome all to experience and enjoy the new vehicles.”

In its endeavor to reach out to maximum customers after the launch of the Etios and Etios Liva, the company has expanded its dealer network from 97 dealerships in 2009 to 220 outlets currently. TKM is looking at improving its reach and is setting up new outlets in semi urban and rural areas. The company further plans to expand it to 235 dealerships by the end of March this year.

As a part of the ‘Value Added Services’ provided to the customers, TKM is also expanding ‘Toyota U Trust’ operations. Toyota U Trust aims to offer potential customers an opportunity to exchange their ‘Cars of any make’ for a brand new Toyota, allowing them an opportunity to upgrade. TKM currently has 42 outlets. Based on the enthusiastic response, received from its customers and also the dealers, Toyota is now looking at a phased expansion to 65 dealers by the end of 2013. This is to ensure that, TKM U Trust Operations covers approximately 85% of the market.

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The prices for the new lineup are as follows (ex-showroom Delhi)

ETIOS PETROL                                                

Grade - Ex-showroom Price in Rs.

VSP - 7,08,679

V - 6,69,579

G SP - 6,47,971

G - 5,99,900

J - 5,45,390

ETIOS DIESEL

Grade - Ex-showroomPrice in Rs.

VDSP - 8,15,852

VD - 7,76,753

GDSP - 7,55,151

GD - 7,07,243

JD - 6,70,743

LIVA PETROL

Grade - Ex-showroomPrice in Rs.

VSP - 5,99,456

V - 5,60,356

G SP - 5,38,559

G - 4,89,849

J - 4,46,276

TRDSportivo - 6,13,559

LIVA DIESEL

Grade Ex-showroom

Price in Rs.

- -

- -

GDSP - 6,38,390

GD - 5,99,900

JD - 5,72,119

*Toyota University Cricket Championship is a T 20 cricketing series to encourage cricket at the

university level in India. TUCC saw eight Indian universities contest each other for the title of TUCC

2013. The series began on Feb 23rd 2013 in Mumbai and concluded with the final match in Delhi on

10th March 2013.For more information log onto www.ucc.in/

Overview of TKM:

Company name - Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited

Managing Director - Hiroshi Nakagawa

Equity participation - TMC: 89%, Kirloskar group: 11%

Number of employees - Approx. 6,000 +

Land area - Aprox. 432 acres (approx.1,700,000 m2)

Building area - 74,000 m2

Overview of TKM 1st Plant

Established - October 1997 (start of production: December 1999)

Location - Suburb of Bangalore, Karnataka State

Products - Innova, Fortuner manufactured in India.Prado, Land Cruiser and Prius imported as CBUs.

Annual production capacity - Approx. 90,000 units

Overview of TKM 2nd Plant

Location - On the site of Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited (on theoutskirts of Bangalore, Karnataka State)

Products - Corolla Altis, Etios, Etios Liva, New Camry

Start of production - December 2010

Annual production capacity - 1,20,000 units

Source:http://www.pressbox.co.uk/cgi-bin/links/page.cgi?g=detailed%2F1121058.html;d=1%22%3E

Toyota Kirloskar Motor sells 12,756 units in February 2013

March 1, 2013, Bangalore: Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) sold 12,756 units ,in the domestic market, in February 2013 as compared to 16,659 units in the corresponding month in 2012, sales declined by 23%. 

The company exported 1,223 units of Etios series to South Africa in February 2013. The total sales registered were 13,979 units including exports. 

Commenting on the sales in Feb 2013, Mr. Sandeep Singh, Deputy Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer, Marketing and Commercial said “The market continues to remain sluggish and the with the additional excise duty levied on SUV and UV, the market will be further impacted ”. 

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Source:http://www.pressbox.co.uk/detailed/Business/Toyota_Kirloskar_Motor_sells_12_756_units_in_February_2013_1112565.html

Toyota Kirloskar Auto Parts formally announces the Inauguration of its Gasoline Engine & Transmission Plant

February 22nd 2013, Bangalore: Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) announced today that Toyota Kirloskar Auto Parts Pvt. Ltd. (TKAP) – a joint venture between Toyota Motor Corporation, Japan (TMC), Toyota Industries Corporation, Japan (TICO) and Kirloskar Systems Limited, Bangalore, held a ceremony to officially announce the inauguration of TKAP engine and transmission plant for ETIOS. The ceremony was held at its current plant at Bidadi, on the outskirts of Bangalore.

Shri. Murugesh R. Nirani, Hon’ble Minister Medium & Large Industries, Govt. of Karnataka along with Shri. S. Suresh Kumar, Hon’ble Minister Law & Parliamentary Affairs, Govt. of Karnataka unveiled the commemorative stone under the august presence of many distinguished guests including Shri. R. V. Deshpande, Former KPCC President, Hon’ble former Minister for Medium & Large Industries along with Mr. Takahiro Iwase, President, Toyota Motor Asia Pacific, Thailand, Mr. Vikram Kirloskar, Vice Chairman, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, Mr. Shekar Viswanathan, Vice Chairman, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, Mr. Hiroshi Nakagawa, Managing Director, Toyota Kirloskar Motor & Mr. Yuji Hiraoka, Managing Director, Toyota Kirloskar Auto Part.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Vikram Kirloskar, Vice Chairman, TKM said, “Indian operations play a key role in Toyota’s global strategy and this has been reinforced by the introduction of the Etios series exclusively for the Indian market. Now with the commencement of TKAP’s engine and transmission plant, the localization of gasoline engine and transmission has marked another milestone in the growth of Toyota in India. The local production of the engine and transmissions for Etios raises the localization ratio to over 90%.”

Also addressing the function, Mr. Yuji Hiraoka, Managing Director, TKAP said, “We are very happy to announce the formal commencement of our new Engine and Transmission plant. This project has helped us generate additional employment for more than 500 members at TKAP. It has also additionally created opportunities for indirect employment in our supplier fraternity. TKAP will contribute towards localization thereby getting an opportunity to serve our customers in India better”.

The new production at the plant represents an investment of approximately Rs. 500 crores with the engine plant being operational since August 2012 and the transmission plant being operational since January 2013. The annual capacity for the engine plant is 1,08,000 units and for the transmission plant is 2,40,000 units.

TKAP also produces R –Type manual transmissions for export to Thailand & Argentina and also for the “Fortuner”, manufactured in India. It also produces axles and propeller shafts for the “Innova”, manufactured in India. Production of engines and transmissions for the Etios will further localize parts production.

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Source:http://www.1888pressrelease.com/toyota-kirloskar-auto-parts-formally-announces-the-inaugurat-pr-457515.html

Toyota launches its Technical Education Program in Cuttack

Cuttack, February 21st, 2013: Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt. Ltd., in collaboration with Toyota Motor Corporation and its nationwide dealer network today announced the launch of its distinctive training model for Body and Paint Repair (BP) under the Toyota Technical Education Program (T-TEP), at Government ITI in Cuttack, Odisha. 

Present at the occasion were distinguished guests including Shri Pratap Keshari Deb, Minister of State (Ind. Charge), Employment & Technical Education & Training, Food Supplies & Consumer Welfare, Odisha, Dr. Chandra Shekhar Kumar, Commissioner-cum-Secretary, Employment & Technical Education & Training Department, Odisha, Shri Hemant Sharma, Commissioner-cum-Director, Employment & Technical Education & Training Department, Odisha & Mr. Mahesh N. Salkar, Vice President - Customer Service Group, Toyota Kirloskar Motor. 

T-TEP, a special training module was launched in 2006 in India. After a span of 6 years, TTEP is now associated with more than 24 institutes under the program. 

In its first year, the program was implemented in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai and Hubli. The program was subsequently introduced in Bangalore, Pune, Cochin, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Ghaziabad, Kolkata, Jaipur, Jalandhar, Indore, Vizag & Ludhiana. 

With this program, Toyota Kirloskar Motor intends to enhance the technical abilities and employability of Industrial Training Institute (ITI) students in the age group of 16 to 18 years. The program will benefit ITIs in building skilful technicians for the Indian automotive repair industry. The current automobile repair industry is characterised by inadequately skilled manpower and lack of professional training for repair and diagnostics. TTEP is a unique initiative undertaken by TKM, in partnership with ITIs and its dealers across India to address this issue. 

The event marked the sixth launch of the Body & Paint TTEP Program. The Body & Paint repair syllabus has been developed in collaboration with the Department of Training and Technical Education, Government of NCT, Delhi. The syllabus imparts training on basic body and paint repair skills in addition to dealer specific requirements to students, thereby improving their knowledge of repair techniques and facilitating the adoption of latest technology in Body & Paint. Currently Body & Paint technicians have limited information and hands on experience in the usage of correct repair operations and techniques, forcing dealers to recruit manpower from local garages. Toyota along with its supplier partners, Asian PPG and 3M, will provide all necessary support to the institute i.e. training consumables, visiting faculty, training material, tools, equipments, scholarships etc. Introduced in the year 2009, Automotive Body & Paint repair training has been provided to more than 600 students till now. 

Present at the occasion, Mr.Mahesh N. Salkar, Vice President, Customer Service Group, Toyota Kirloskar Motor said, “TTEP has been successfully implemented in 419 institutes across 53 countries. We introduced TTEP in India, in 2006, and since then have been successful in imparting training, to create skilled manpower. As we reach out to other ITIs in the coming years, we wish to contribute towards a marked increase in the availability of skilled manpower in the Indian automobile repair industry. We are committed to provide the best to the students, which will eventually benefit the industry on the whole.

The special course on Body and Paint Repair would create skilled technicians for the Body and Paint Repair industry - a largely unorganized segment - of the automobile service industry”, continued Mr. Salkar. 

The T-TEP Body and Paint curriculum, a 1 year syllabus, under the State Council of Vocational Training, introduces students to Toyota’s advanced technology and service techniques. It also includes, on-the-job training, at Toyota’s dealerships. As a part of this program, TKM will also train institute instructors in the latest technology, used at Toyota and the automobile industry. 

TKM plans to introduce this program to technical institutes across the countries in the coming years and reach out to over 1000 students per year. The project is jointly funded by Toyota Motor Corporation and Toyota Kirloskar Motor. Together they provide T-TEP institutes with hi-tech training packages and Toyota service training manuals and materials. Asian PPG and 3M have also extended their support by providing latest equipments and material required for training. 

T-TEP supports Toyota’s comprehensive human resource development system that extends from training at T-TEP institutes to recruitment and development at Toyota dealerships. 

T-TEP is widely recognized across the globe for its effectiveness. The program has been successfully introduced in 53 countries by Toyota, which includes USA, Australia, Italy, South Africa, China, Vietnam and India. 

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Source: http://www.prlog.org/12086358-toyota-launches-its-technical-education-program-in-cuttack.html

Toyota Releases Toyota University Cricket Championship Anthem- Ab Hamari Baari Hai

Mumbai, February 13th, 2013: Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt. Ltd. today announced the release of the anthem of Toyota University Cricket Championship (TUCC). The official song of TUCC, "Ab Hamari Baari Hai" is worded by the famous lyricist and song writer, Prasoon Joshi to an adaption by the musical trio of Shankar Ehsaan-Loy (Shankar Mahadevan, Ehsaan Noorani and Loy Mendonsa). The TUCC anthem has been sung by Shankar Mahadevan.

"Ab Hamari Baari Hai" is a passionate expression that creatively captures the sense of discovering a platform where aspiring young cricketing talent get to prove their mettle and stand tall in front of the nation. It literally means, "It's our turn next". Blending the sounds of sport and music, the TUCC anthem encapsulates the very essence of encouraging university level cricket for the aspiring youth.

Present on the occasion of the launch were many important guests and dignitaries including the musical trio of Shankar, Ehsaan and Loy, famous lyricist and song writer, Prasoon Joshi, former cricketer, Journalist, Harsha Bhogle, along with Mr. Sandeep Singh, DMD and COO, Marketing & Commercial, Toyota Kirloskar Motor and Dr. Prannoy Roy, Founder and Executive Co-Chairperson of NDTV.

The teams that are going to play TUCC were introduced. These are: 

- North Zone: Northern STARS: JAMIA MILIA ISLAMIA (Delhi) and Nothern Stallions: ALIGARH MUSLIM UNIVERSITY (UP) 

- East Zone: Eastern Tigers AWADHESH PRATAP SINGH UNIVERSITY, REWA (MP) and Eastern Eagles: VEER BAHADUR SINGH PURVANCHAL UNIVERSITY, JAUNPUR (UP) 

- West Zone: Western Wolves: UNIVERSITY OF MUMBAI (Maharashtra) and Western Wizards: JIWAJI UNIVERSITY, GWALIOR (MP)

- South Zone: Southern Sharks: UNIVERSITY OF MADRAS (Tamil Nadu) and Southern Champs: JAIN UNIVERSITY, BANGALORE (Karnataka)

The 8 teams emerged out of league matches played among 120 universities across the country

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Sandeep Singh, DMD and COO, TKM said, "We are very happy to be a part of TUCC as it encourages and promotes young cricketing talent in India. The very essence of TUCC which is to nurture and promote young cricketing talent and provide national exposure to extraordinary sporting talent has been rightly captured in the TUCC anthem. The words of the anthem have been very aptly penned by Prasoon while the music adaptation by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy creates a sense of passion to win and emerge".

As part of this championship, Coca-Cola Coaching camps with seasoned cricketers underway for University Teams. After camps with Venkatesh Prasad, and Robin Singh, camps are coming up in Mumbai and Delhi. Deepak Jolly, VP Public Affairs and Communication Coca-Cola India and South West Asia said "At the outset I would like to congratulate all the eight participating teams, they have had a tremendous journey so far and we look forward to some great cricket from them. Today, we are giving voice to the spirit of the sport -this anthem puts into words the zeal, enthusiasm and commitment of our players and the fervent ardor of cricket enthusiasts across the country. It is the love of the sport which has brought us all together here today.

As we look forward to an exciting journey with TUCC, this music will resonate the passion of our players. I would like to thank Prasoon Joshi and Shankar, Ehsaan and Loy for bringing to life the excitement and fervor of the game through their music." 

Mr Koshy Varghese, Executive Vice President, Marketing & Sales, MRF said on their association with TUCC, ‘For many years now MRF has been nurturing talent at our PACE academy and probably we are one of the first corporates to invest in promoting new talent in a big way when it comes to the cricketing world. Many great cricketers like Brian Lara, Sachin Tendulkar and Gautam Gambhir etc. have been associated with our initiatives. Also world cup winning bowlers like Sreesanth, Zaheer Khan and Munaf Patel etc. have been involved with our PACE academy which is currently being headed by Glen McGrath, the Australian legend. Therefore, we find this initiative a natural fit with our company’s passion towards promoting world-class talent

The event was hosted by India's leading commentator, Charu Sharma. Toyota University Cricket Championship was launched last month in association with the Ministry of Human Resource Development (HRD), the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) and NDTV. Coca-Cola and MRF are the associate sponsors of the championship. 

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Source: http://www.pressbox.co.uk/detailed/Sports/Toyota_Releases_Toyota_University_Cricket_Championship_Anthem-_Ab_Hamari_Baari_Hai_1101032.html

Toyota Kirloskar Motor sells 13,329 units in January 2013

February 1, 2013, Bangalore: Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) sold 13,329 units in January 2013 as compared to 17,395 units in the corresponding month in 2012, sales declined by 23%. The company sales in Jan 2013 have seen a 10.42% increase from Dec 2012 sales of 12,071 units.

The company exported 1,791 units of Etios series to South Africa in Jan 2013. The total sales registered were 15,120 units including exports.

Commenting on the sales in Jan 2013, Mr. Sandeep Singh, Deputy Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer, Marketing and Commercial said “The market is still witnessing a slowdown, especially the passenger car segment. The prospects for the second half of 2013 look better. The repo rate cut is a welcome step. With the budget round the corner we are looking for some more measures that will bring about positive growth.”

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