Schwarzenegger appoints 2 top advisers Nov 19, 2009
Wednesday, November 18, 2009. (11-18) 17:28 PST Sacramento, Calif. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Area auto sales worst in 2 years Nov 19, 2009
DeLand Toyota Scion, 30 ... Daytona Toyota was second with 83 sales. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
New dealership to be 1st with top LEED rating Nov 19, 2009
Its South Florida Headquarter Toyota, he said, is ranked among the top 15 dealerships in the nation. Esteve s father, Jeronimo Esteve III, is the company s president and CEO, while his grandfather is the Honda distributor for Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. (Winter Garden West Orange Times, FL)
Toyota Gets Stuck in a Pair of Ruts Nov 19, 2009
Tokyo For a moment, Toyota Motor () CEO Akio Toyoda sounded a lot like an executive from Detroit ... Now that a weak dollar and strong yen are hammering Toyota's profits, Toyoda said in a recent speech, the exchange rates and economic weakness could force Toyota's "capitulation to irrelevance or death." ... In October, Germany's Volkswagen () passed Toyota in global sales, a fleeting victory for VW but also a sign of Toyota's slipping dominance. (BusinessWeek)
Lexus opens up Nov 19, 2009
Toyota Yaris T3 A/C DEMO Petrol, 4 Doors, Manual ... Contact: Fosters Toyota 011 674-1384. (iAfrica.com)
As Electric Cars Arrive, Where Will They Plug In? Nov 19, 2009
But over the next 18 months, the number will grow exponentially as automakers like General Motors, Nissan, Ford, Volkswagen and Toyota roll out models that use electricity for all or part of the car's energy. President Obama has suggested that the U.S. could have as many as 1 million plug-in vehicles on the road by 2015. (Time.com)
Ford Fusion named Motor Trend Car of the Year, but don't yawn quite yet Nov 19, 2009
The accomplishment becomes more impressive when measured against the competition -- namely, Toyota Camry and Honda Accord, two of the best-selling cars in history. One of the judges, Arthur St. Antoine, said the Fusion is "a compelling sweep across one of the market's most hotly contested segments.". (USA Today -- Money)
Banquet highlights community Nov 19, 2009
Brookhaven's five new car dealers, Stan King GM Superstore, Legacy Toyota, Paul Barnett Nissan, Barker Honda and Sullivan Ford Lincoln Mercury, were honored with the Industry of the Year Award. Chamber officials touted the auto industry's role in keeping the city's sales tax revenues above those of other cities in the state. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Post-Katrina, New Orleans coming back more Hispanic Nov 19, 2009
A Toyota Sequoia with Florida plates pulls up, and he runs over to investigate. Katrina and beyond. (Yahoo News -- Latinos & Hispanics)
Target might be considering Metreon location Nov 19, 2009
Wednesday, November 18, 2009. Big box retail did not factor into the original plans for the Metreon in 1999 when Sony built the mall in San Francisco as a technology and entertainment center near the heart of one the city's major arts districts. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Toyota October Sales Mark 1st Rise in 15 Months Nov 19, 2009
TOKYO -(Dow Jones)- Toyota Motor Corp.'s (7203 ... Without citing where it obtained the information, the news service said that Toyota's sales increased 5% on year to about 640,000 vehicles last month ... Kyodo noted that the last time Toyota reported global sales growth was in July 2008. (SmartMoney)
UC Berkeley must scale back on downtown museum Nov 19, 2009
Wednesday, November 18, 2009. A shortage of funds has prompted UC Berkeley to abandon its plan to construct a new Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive downtown. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Anger, shock at new U.S. mammogram guidelines Nov 19, 2009
Wednesday, November 18, 2009. Laura Scanlan considers herself the poster girl for early detection of breast cancer through mammography. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Laura Bush unveils Bush library plan Nov 19, 2009
By JAMIE STENGLE, Associated Press Writer. Wednesday, November 18, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle)
City, Reliant create electric car program Nov 18, 2009
As part of the Power of the Plug-In program, the city will convert 10 of its Toyota Prius cars to plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, while Reliant will install 10 charging stations seven of which will be available to the public. Locations will include Houston City Hall, the health department office at 8000 Stadium Dr. and the Mayor s Citizens Assistance Office at 9615 Rustic Wood in Kingwood. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Motor Trend Names Its Car Of The Year Nov 18, 2009
DETROIT (November 17, 2009)--The Ford Fusion beat out 22 competitors including the redesigned Toyota Prius, the BMW 7-Series and Chevrolets Camaro to win the title of Motor Trend magazine's car of the year. Motor Trend says the mid-size Fusion offers good performance, comfort and fuel-efficiency and it praised Ford Motor Co. for offering several versions of the Fusion, including a fuel-efficient hybrid and a sporty version with a V-6 engine. (KWTX.com, TX)
Senate hopefuls spar at forum over green credentials Nov 18, 2009
Asked what cars they drive, Capuano and Coakley both said they drive a Ford Escape, Khazei said he drives a 15-year-old Toyota Corolla wagon, and Pagliuca said he has a Lexus hybrid as well as a 10-year-old Lexus he s hoping to soon replace. Khazei noted that his campaign car was a hybrid; Capuano said that while he can t afford a campaign car, four people crowded into his car to attend the environmental forum, a feat, he said, that ought to count for something. (Boston Globe)
Thief Swaps Camry In Oddball Car Caper Nov 18, 2009
-- A thief who stole a Federal Way woman's blue Toyota Camry from outside her apartment complex left behind a car of the same make and color, police said ... After she hopped inside, she realized that it wasn't her Toyota after all. (KIRO TV, WA)
At GM, down looks like up, at least for now Nov 18, 2009
The automaker is spending as much as $4,700 a vehicle on rebates and other incentives to keep consumers coming to the showroom, though there are signs that GMs more aggressive ad campaign directly comparing its products to those of competitors, such as Toyota may be paying off. 1. (MSNBC -- Business)
2009 Sprint Cup Series Schedule Nov 18, 2009
June 21: Toyota / Save Mart 350 Infineon (Sears Point); Kasy Kahne. June 28: LENOX Industrial Tools 301 Loudon, N.H.; Joey Logano. (Longview Daily News, WA)
No good news for Nummi Nov 18, 2009
It would be nice to report that the president and chief operating officer of Toyota USA Inc. holds out some hope for Fremont's doomed New United Motor Manufacturing Inc. and its 4,700 employees ... And then, well, "I don't think there's anything that can be done." If he brought one glimmer of goodish news, Toyota will continue to look to Bay Area suppliers for parts for its Tacoma trucks once the Nummi production line shuts down for good ... "Toyota will do the best it can to help Nummi and the... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Carmen Banana mural makes comeback Nov 18, 2009
Tuesday, November 17, 2009. When some hip artists painted over an old, dated mural of "Carmen Banana" and her vegetable friends on the wall of a grocery store at Fillmore and Haight, they thought they'd get compliments. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Kreis, Real one step from 'long-term' plan Nov 18, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published Tue, Nov 17, 2009 06:15 PMModified Tue, Nov 17, 2009 06:15 PM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Busch ready to wrap up Nationwide title Nov 18, 2009
Getty Images for NASCAR AVONDALE, AZ - NOVEMBER 14: Crew members push the #18 NOS Energy Drink Toyota driven by Kyle Busch (not pictured) to the grid prior to the NASCAR Nationwide Series Able Body Labor 200 at Phoenix International Raceway on November 14, 2009 in Avondale, Arizona ... Hamlin will drive the No.11 Toyota for CJM Racing ... AVONDALE, AZ - NOVEMBER 14: Kyle Busch, driver of the #18 NOS Energy Drink Toyota pits after an on-track incident during the NASCAR Nationwide Series Able Body... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Toyota Oct car sales up 5% Nov 18, 2009
Toyota Oct car sales up 5 pct, 1st rise in 15 months- International Business-News-The Economic Times ... Toyota Oct car sales up 5 pct, 1st rise in 15 months18 Nov 2009, 1135 hrs IST, REUTERS ... TOKYO: Toyota Motor Corp's global vehicle sales rose 5 per cent in October to about 640,000 units, marking the first year-on-year increase in 15 months, the world's biggest automaker said on Wednesday. (India Times)
Kenyans Outraged After Government Ditches Mercedes for Volkswagens Nov 18, 2009
Why, average Kenyans are asking, the Volkswagen Passat and not a Toyota, Honda or some other cheap and more widely available alternative ... "Passat or Mercedes, it doesn't make that big a difference. If they really want to make a change, they should get a Toyota.". (Time.com)
Glimpsing a Greener Future: Computer Model Foresees Effects of Alternative Transportation Fuels Nov 18, 2009
Scott Samuelsen, director of the Advanced Power & Energy Program, says Stephens-Romero's work is getting high praise from leaders at Toyota, Honda, General Motors, Shell, Air Products, the California Air Resources Board and the California Energy Commission. "The research is well positioned," Samuelsen said, "considering the development of a hydrogen infrastructure is at the crossroads of global climate change, the future of the automobile, the state economy, and California's leadership in... (Science Daily)
'Prius Plug-in Hybrid' Lease Discussions Begin in Japan; Potential Users Selected from 'EV & PHV Towns' Program Nov 18, 2009
Tokyo, Nov 18, 2009 - (JCN Newswire) - TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION (TMC) announces that it has started discussions with potential users in Japan of the newly developed "Prius Plug-in Hybrid" ... Supported by people around the world, Toyota Motor Corporation (TSE: 7203; NYSE: TM), has endeavored since its establishment in 1937 to serve society by creating better products ... In fiscal 2009, ended March 31, 2009, the Toyota Group sold approximately 7. (JCN Network, Japan)
* Japanese Q3 GDP grows 4.8 percent at annual pace Nov 17, 2009
Toyota Motor Corp, the worlds biggest automaker, announced a surprise profit last quarter and trimmed its projected red ink for the year. Rivals Honda Motor Co and Nissan Motor Co released healthier earnings reports as well. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
GM Turnaround Pivots on Sales After Henderson Slashes Costs in Bankruptcy Nov 17, 2009
Toyota, the worlds largest automaker, has said it will spend more than $1 billion this quarter to pump up U.S. sales ... Commercials with sports commentator to showcase Chevrolet vehicles against Toyota and models are not as good as they should be, said Wolkonowicz, who is based in Lexington, Massachusetts ... Its not OK to say Were bigger than the Toyota Highlander, because that then glorifies the Toyota Highlander. (Bloomberg)
Retail sales figures point to subdued holidays Nov 17, 2009
Susan Newman and Toyota salesman Dick Tran look at a 2010 Toyota Rav4 at a Toyota dealership in Palo Alto, Calif. Monday, Nov. 16, 2009. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Toyota Becomes First Exclusive Auto Sponsor on EBay Nov 17, 2009
IN its latest effort to tap the advertising potential of the Internet, the Toyota Motor Corporation has agreed to become the first exclusive automotive sponsor on eBay , the online auction site, in a deal that promotes Toyota cars and trucks on special eBay pages and in online charity auctions ... The deal also reflects Toyota's desire to stand out in a market that is bumper to bumper with competitors ... Executives at eBay say they hope that their alliance with Toyota will start something... (Yahoo News -- Electronic Commerce)
GM To Begin Repaying $6.7B in U.S. Loans Nov 17, 2009
Volkswagen AG and Toyota Motor Corp. both reported quarterly profits of around $250 million, while Honda Motor Co. made a $587 million profit ... I am glad my government saved GM.I know Toyota is afraid in a few years they will once again drop below GM as the largest auto maker ... Toyota is loosing a lot of money too. (CBS News)
Increase in car sales seen Nov 17, 2009
The other non-national volume driver has been Toyota, which did not launch a new model in 2009 because of the poor economic environment ... Chong concurred, saying that Toyota was a big number contributor to total industry sales. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
China MediaExpress Holdings, Inc. Announces 2009 Third Quarter Financial Results Nov 17, 2009
Our clientele includes local brand names as well as those well-known international and national brands such as Coca Cola, Pepsi, Siemens, Hitachi, China Telecom, China Mobile, China Post, Toyota, Bank of China and China Pacific Life Insurance. In addition to accelerating our top line growth, we are also working to improve of our profit margins. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Honda may roll out small car before 2011-12 Nov 17, 2009
The new car (code named 2CV) being developed especially for India may be launched before 2011-12 to take on Toyota and break Suzukis stronghold on the Indian market. Toyota plans to launch its small car next year, while Suzuki with its seven compact models dominates the Indian small car segment with over 60% market share ... The car will be pitted against the growing tribe of premium hatchback cars like the Maruti Swift, Hyundai i10, General Motors Aveo UV-A, Tata Motors Indica, Fiats... (India Times)
First Drive: 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour Nov 17, 2009
The Crosstour's closest rival is the popular new Toyota () , though other competitors include the new Subaru Outback, Nissan () , Ford's () , , and Mazda's CX-7 ... They both accommodate a maximum of five passengers, with neither offering an optional third row of seats (available in the Toyota Highlander and Rav4 SUVs) ... Both are only available with an automatic transmission (a five-speed in the Honda and a six-speed in the Toyota). (BusinessWeek)
MLS announces 2009 Best XI Nov 17, 2009
Real Salt Lake and the Chicago Fire couldn't decide Major League Soccer's Eastern Conference Championship in 120 scoreless minutes of regulation and extra time soccer on Saturday night at Toyota Park. The Los Angeles Galaxy earned a 2-0 victory over the Houston Dynamo in Major League Soccer's Western Conference Final at The Home Depot Center on Friday night. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Corrections: on Stanford fumble recovery Nov 17, 2009
Tuesday, November 17, 2009. Harbaugh's 3 defensive keys, Nov. 15, Sports, B5. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
GM reports $1.2 billion third-quarter loss Nov 17, 2009
Volkswagen AG and Toyota Motor Corp. both reported quarterly profits of around $250 million, while Honda Motor Co. made a $587 million profit. GM's results can't yet be compared with previous quarters because its accountants are still setting values for its assets and liabilities. (MSNBC -- Business)
Restoring e-mail in Windows 7 Nov 16, 2009
Restoring e-mail access after Windows 7 upgrade. Article:Restoring e-mail access after Windows 7 upgrade:/c/a/2009/11/15/BU911AJ9B1. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Parting shots Nov 16, 2009
Sunday, November 15, 2009. Lou Dobbs and his anti-immigrant, birther-validating bombast leave CNN. Let's hope it sets a trend for other cable blowhard ideologues. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Sparks fly as Edwards delays Busch's clincher in Nationwide series Nov 16, 2009
"Able Body Labor 200 Results1. (2) Carl Edwards, Ford, 200 laps, 148.4 rating, 195 points, 57,895.2. (3) Kevin Harvick, Chevrolet, 200, 122.5, 170, 41,175.3. (10) Reed Sorenson, Toyota, 200, 113.5, 165, 34,825.4. (5) Clint Bowyer, Chevrolet, 200, 110.2, 160, 31,700.5. (17) Brad Keselowski, Chevrolet, 200, 104.5, 155, 33,493.6. (9) David Ragan, Ford, 200, 109.3, 150, 26,075.7. (12) Matt Kenseth, Ford, 200, 98.6, 146, 24,175.8. (8) Mike Bliss, Toyota, 200, 101.8, 142, 31,993.9. (4) Kyle Busch,... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Chinese-Americans see Obama's trip in unique light Nov 16, 2009
Chinese-Americans see Obama's trip in unique light. Article:Chinese-Americans see Obama's trip in unique light:/n/a/2009/11/15/national/a114047S28. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Modest gains for Bush at Summit of Americas / Sweeping promises, sharp divisions as 34-nation meeting ends Nov 16, 2009
Article:Modest gains for Bush at Summit of Americas / Sweeping :/c/a/2004/01/14/MNGS649LV91. DTL Article:Modest gains for Bush at Summit of Americas / Sweeping :/c/a/2004/01/14/MNGS649LV91. (Yahoo News -- Summit of the Americas)
Pushing a greener agenda Nov 15, 2009
Seven-year-old Jonathan Picchione grabs the wheel of a Toyota Prius hybrid on display as he and his mom Nancy Picchione of Albany tour the EcoShow at the Empire State ... The show featured vendors that ranged from Ford, Honda and Toyota selling hybrid cars to small businesses like Pure Elements, a Western Avenue hair salon that uses chemical-free coloring and shampoo. (Albany Times Union)
Recap: Chicago vs. Real Salt Lake Nov 15, 2009
Real Salt Lake and the Chicago Fire couldn't decide Major League Soccer's Eastern Conference Championship in 120 scoreless minutes of regulation and extra time soccer on Saturday night at Toyota Park ... Real Salt Lake and the Chicago Fire couldn't decide Major League Soccer's Eastern Conference Championship in 120 scoreless minutes of regulation and extra time soccer on Saturday night at Toyota Park. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Busch fails to clinch title Nov 15, 2009
He spun his Toyota eight laps into the race, suffered heavy damage when he hit the wall, and had to battle to a ninth-place finish. It wasn't enough, thought, as Edwards picked up bonuses for leading the most laps and winning the race to put a halt to the celebration. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Carl Edwards wins, makes Kyle Busch wait for crown Nov 15, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published Sat, Nov 14, 2009 07:27 PMModified Sat, Nov 14, 2009 09:56 PM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Bank of America settles old trust suit Nov 15, 2009
$33 million payment ends overcharge case. Friday, February 20, 2004. (Yahoo News -- Banking & Financial Services)
Edwards wins Nov 15, 2009
Reed Sorenson was third in the No. 32 Dollar General Toyota ... Running third in the No. 18 Toyota, he got loose off Turn 2 and was hit by Clint Bowyer's Chevy. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Twin peaks rise amid the Sunset Nov 15, 2009
Sunday, November 15, 2009. Religious buildings often serve not just as spiritual retreats but also as neighborhood anchors. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
The Harley chronicles Nov 15, 2009
TOYOTA VERSO SX 160 Petrol, MPV, 5 Doors, Stereo, Immac. Con. (iAfrica.com)
Northgate's 'grand opening' Nov 15, 2009
-- James Lentz, president of Toyota Motor Sales USA Inc. will be talking about "The Future of Cars and the Auto Industry" Tuesday evening at the Commonwealth Club. One immediate aspect he might be addressing - or asked about - is the pending shutdown of the company's New United Motor Manufacturing Inc. plant in Fremont. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
BCS-hopeful TCU now 10-0 after beating Utah 55-28 Nov 15, 2009
By STEPHEN HAWKINS, AP Sports Writer. Saturday, November 14, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Student newspaper runs supremacist ad Nov 14, 2009
Jill Tucker, Chronicle Staff Writer. Saturday, November 14, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Post-Katrina, New Orleans coming back more Hispanic Nov 14, 2009
A Toyota Sequoia with Florida plates pulls up, and he runs over to investigate. Katrina and beyond. (Yahoo News -- Latinos & Hispanics)
2009 Sprint Cup Series Schedule Nov 14, 2009
June 21: Toyota / Save Mart 350 Infineon (Sears Point); Kasy Kahne. June 28: LENOX Industrial Tools 301 Loudon, N.H.; Joey Logano. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Truex takes pole in Arizona Nov 14, 2009
(11) Denny Hamlin, Toyota, 134 ... (18) Kyle Busch, Toyota, 134 ... (55) Michael Waltrip, Toyota, 133. (Longview Daily News, WA)
The Sprint Cup lineup at Phoenix Nov 14, 2009
NAPA Auto Parts Toyota ... Aaron's Dream Machine Toyota ... Little Debbie / Kingsford / Clorox Toyota. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Chase has become a hot pursuit Nov 14, 2009
Johnson s car was sent careening into the wall on the backstretch when Sam Hornish s No. 77 Dodge got out of shape, checked up, and was hit from behind by David Reutimann s No. 00 Toyota. Hornish wound up hitting Johnson, causing him to go sideways and hit the wall. (Boston Globe)
Electric car entrepreneur Gary Dodd revels in another chance at fatherhood, leadership at ZAP Nov 14, 2009
The most interesting thing about Gary Dodd isn t his long career with Ashland Inc., or having been one of four general managers for the huge Toyota Motor Corp. plant in Georgetown, or his current quest to establish Kentucky as the leading maker of electric cars in the United States. No, even being CEO of. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Portrait of a traditional Japanese family Nov 14, 2009
Hidehiko Sekiguchi, 68, the head of the family, started the business, which produces plastic fixings for Toyota and Subaru cars in this suburb of Takasaki City, Gumma Prefecture, in Honshu's northwest Kanto plains. The factory is a 10-minute walk from the house he shares with his wife Sachiko, 62, who takes care of the majority of the company's administrative duties. (People's Daily Online, China)
US trade gap yawns Nov 14, 2009
US sales for South Korea-based Hyundai Motor Co. increased in September for the third month in a row, while Toyota Motor Corp. is boosting production of models such as Corollas and Camry sedans to rebuild its US inventory ... Our inventories are continuing to recover with a very good pipeline as we move into the fourth quarter,'' Robert Carter, Toyota's North America sales chief, said on a conference call last month. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Liberal Group Pressures AMA to Leave Chamber Nov 14, 2009
MoveOn launched an online campaign to pressure Toyota Motor Corp., which manufactures the Prius, to withdraw from the chamber because of its stand on climate change. However, the automobile company refused. (Roll Call)
