Tag: Toyota
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Borneo Motors Launches 2025 Dual Hero Project in Singapore
Introducing the 2025 Dual Hero Project Borneo Motors Singapore, the authorized distributor for Toyota in Singapore, is proud to unveil the 2025 edition of the Dual Hero Project. This collaborative initiative expands on the success of previous years by bringing together top-tier athletes, students, and local communities in a shared mission: to inspire healthier, more…
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Was the QR code’s invention really inspired by a board game? A science-fact check
Introduction: The quick scan that changed how we share data Today, scanning a QR code is second nature. But a popular claim asks whether this ubiquitous technology drew its spark from a traditional board game. The quick answer many remember is: yes. But the full story is more nuanced. Here, we explore the origins of…
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Benny Neal’s Naturally Aspirated 2JZ-GE Combo: A Sleeper Legend Continues
Introduction: A Practical Powerhouse in the JDM Scene In a world dominated by turbochargers and high-boost monsters, Benny Neal from Benny’s Custom Works is proving that clever engineering and a well-chosen combination can still crack serious performance doors with a naturally aspirated setup. His latest project centers on a Toyota GX81 Mark II family cruiser…
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Toyota opens doors to its first EV battery plant in the US
Toyota kicks off a new era for U.S. EV supply In a milestone moment for the U.S. electric vehicle ecosystem, Toyota has begun production at its first-ever EV battery plant outside Japan. The company’s new facility in North Carolina, a $13.9 billion investment, signals a strategic push to localize critical battery components and reduce reliance…
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Toyota Opens US EV Battery Plant: A Landmark North Carolina Facility
Overview: A Milestone for Toyota and the US EV Push Toyota has officially begun production at its first electric vehicle (EV) battery plant in the United States, marking a significant expansion of its global battery strategy. The $13.9 billion facility in North Carolina represents the company’s first battery plant outside Japan and signals a deepening…
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Toyota opens its first EV battery plant in the US
Toyota’s Landmark Move: A New US Battery Factory Toyota has begun production at its long-anticipated electric vehicle (EV) battery plant in North Carolina, marking the company’s first manufacturing facility outside Japan dedicated to EV energy storage. The $13.9-billion project, situated in the state’s industrial corridor, signals a strategic shift in Toyota’s approach to battery production…
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Ogier Leads Toyota 1-2-3 in Japan as Friday Sees Commanding Performance
Ogier Extends Commanding Friday Lead for Toyota in Japan Eight-time world rally champion Sebastien Ogier produced a commanding performance on Friday in Japan, driving Toyota to a potential rally-winning position as the day concluded in Toyota City. With three stage wins out of six, Ogier established a 7.9-second buffer over his team-mate Takamoto Katsuta, signaling…
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Which Auto Brands Earn Buyer Loyalty? JD Power 2025 Findings
Overview: Loyalty Among Auto Buyers in 2025 The annual JD Power survey on auto brand loyalty shows a worrying trend: the overall willingness to repurchase the same brand after ownership has fallen to a historic low—less than 50% of owners say they would buy the same brand again. The downturn spans both premium and mainstream…
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Which Car Brands Do Buyers Keep Coming Back To in 2025?
2025 Loyalty Snapshot: The Big Takeaways New data from JD Power shows a notable drop in overall automotive loyalty, with less than half of owners willing to repurchase the same brand after finishing the life of their current vehicle. The trend underscores a tougher, more competitive landscape for automakers and a clear signal that in…
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Which Auto Brands Retain Buyers in 2025? J.D. Power Findings
Overview: Car Brand Loyalty Hits a Historic Low New insights from J.D. Power’s 2025 study reveal a striking trend in the US auto market: overall loyalty to a chosen car brand has slipped to historic lows, with less than half of owners willing to repurchase the same brand after their current vehicle reaches the end…