Toyota is recalling an estimated 50,220 Highlander sport utility vehicles globally, most in the United States, for a software problem that could result in the front passenger seat belt not working properly.
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Toyota recalling 516,000 vehicles in 3 recalls
Toyota said Thursday it’s recalling 516,000 vehicles worldwide — including 430,500 in the U.S. — for three separate safety problems, including brakes that can activate without warning.
Toyota named most valuable car brand
Toyota defended its title as the world’s most valuable car brand in 2014. BMW was No. 2 while Ford made the biggest improvement, leaping past Volkswagen and Nissan into the top five, according to a study.
Toyota’s new chip boosts hybrid fuel efficiency by up to 10%
Toyota has developed a new semiconductor it says can boost fuel efficiency in hybrid cars such as the Prius by up to 10 percent.
8 Japanese automakers to team on basic engine research
A report from Kyodo News cites “industry sources” as saying that Japan’s eight major automakers will partner on basic research into fuel-efficient and eco-friendly engines to minimize the cost of the research.
