How the Yaris GRMN was developed
Stijn Peeters describes how the Yaris GRMN was developed and explains the working relationship with Lotus.
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How the Yaris GRMN is made
Only 600 models of the Yaris GRMN will be built by a team of hand picked specialists at Toyota’s factory in Valenciennes in France. We go behind the scenes to find out how they do it.
Toyota master driver reveals Yaris GRMN secrets
Vic Herman is one of Toyota’s elite master drivers, tasked with testing the Yaris GRMN to the limit of its capabilities to fine-tune its handling and performance.
Toyota reveals new automated mobility alliance and concept vehicle
Toyota launches a new mobility ecosystem and concept vehicle at the 2018 Consumer Electronics Show.
2019 Toyota Corolla: built and tested in Britain
We follow TMUK’s pioneering Quality Assurance department as it pools resources to fine-tune the new 2019 Corolla ahead of production starting at the Burnaston plant.
Toyota Research Institute to present new automated driving research vehicle
Toyota Research Institute will introduce its next-generation automated driving research vehicle at the Consumer Electronics Show.
Toyota electric car strategy – electrification across the line-up by 2025
Toyota intends to achieve a 100% reduction in CO2 in Europe by 2035. Electrified powertrains form the heart of this bold strategy.
Toyota People: the team members who have been at Toyota since the start
We speak to the Toyota People who have worked at our Burnaston factory since it opened 25 years ago.
TMUK’s 25 Objects – 1: The Spade
It started with a spade. Find out how an area of Derbyshire wasteland came to become a powerhouse of sustainable automotive manufacturing way back in 1992.
TMUK’s 25 Objects – 2: Ordering Bike
In years gone by, the ordering bike provided a vital parts delivery tool. See how things have changed.
TMUK’s 25 Objects – 3: Giraffe Crossing
No, we’re not having a ‘giraffe’; there really is a crossing at TMUK based on the tall and black-tongued creature. Learn about its vital role in Just-In-Time Production here.
TMUK’s 25 Objects – 4: Signed Body Panels
Before each steel panel heads off to the weld shop for assembly, a team member will sign their name on the panel, taking both pride and responsibility for their work.
TMUK’s 25 Objects – 5: Suction Cups
To ensure new car components can be handled quickly and safely, suction cups are used to pick them up.
TMUK’s 25 Objects – 6: Crèche
An on-site crèche keeps member’s children safe and well.
