Toyota invests in quality training at new National Academy
Toyota has launched a new training academy to provide learning and skills development covering all aspects of its business
New Tech
In New Tech we describe some of the innovations Toyota is bringing to its range of passenger cars and light commercial vehicles.
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Toyota delivers its four millionth British-built car
The four millionth vehicle built by Toyota in the UK has been delivered to its owners. Frederick and Dorothy Burden now have the keys to a very special Auris.
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Kirobo Mini: Say hello to Toyota’s little robot
Sales of Toyota Kirobo Mini will start at selected Toyota dealers in Japan in December before a nationwide roll out in 2017.
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A new perspective on Toyota Manufacturing UK
Discover Toyota’s plant at Burnaston from a whole new perspective, as we explore TMUK’s reputation as an environmentally-conscious manufacturer.
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Toyota’s family of virtual crash dummies grows
New child models have been added to Toyota’s THUMS software to help mitigate human injuries in the event of vehicle accidents.
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Konnyaku Stone – Toyota Production System
A Konnyaku stone ensures body panels on cars made at our Burnaston factory in Derbyshire are super-smooth.
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2016 Toyota Touch 2 with Go multimedia system
Take a look at the Toyota Touch 2 with Go multimedia system and how the new 2016 update makes significant improvements on the outgoing version.
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Poka-yoke – Toyota Production System guide
The Toyota Production System is focused completely around maximum efficiency and fault-free processes. That’s the idea behind Poka-Yoke.
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Hansei – Toyota Production System guide
Recognising and reflecting on mistakes is the key to not repeating them. That’s the principle behind Hansei.
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Andon – Toyota Production System guide
The Andon cable empowers everyone involved in creating a new Toyota – read our explanation here.
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Jidoka – Toyota Production System guide
Combining automated processes with human intelligence and problem-solving is necessary in industrial-scale manufacturing. That’s why Jidoka is a key part of the Toyota Production System
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Toyota invests in global R&D for assisted and automated driving technology
Round-up of Toyota’s future mobility and automated driving projects as government announces a Modern Transport Bill.
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Toyota car safety: occupant safety
In a multi-part series, we examine Toyota’s safety technologies that keep you and your passengers safe on the move
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Toyota to use eco-friendly biosynthetic engine hoses
Next month, Toyota will become the first car manufacturer to use a new biosynthetic rubber product in its engine and drive system hoses.