Tuesday, 23 April 2013 08:19
Toyota PH announces recall for select 2001 - 2003 Corolla Altis
At last, Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has responded to the Global Airbag Recall fiasco that has also affected Nissan, Honda, and Mazda. They just announced that an estimated 3,500 units of the Toyota Corolla Altis sold locally might be affected by the global recall that's caused by a faulty passenger airbag.
Affected units are said to be assembled between May 11, 2001 and March 31, 2003 only, but they can't pinpoint exactly which ones were equipped with these faulty airbags. That means customers whose vehicles fall within the said production date should visit an authorized Toyota dealership nationwide to have it checked. And if found defective, Toyota will replace the part at no cost to the customer.
Affected units are said to be assembled between May 11, 2001 and March 31, 2003 only, but they can't pinpoint exactly which ones were equipped with these faulty airbags. That means customers whose vehicles fall within the said production date should visit an authorized Toyota dealership nationwide to have it checked. And if found defective, Toyota will replace the part at no cost to the customer.
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Wednesday, 16 January 2013 10:16
Detroit: Toyota's Furia Concept is a strong hint of the next-gen Corolla
Words by Christopher Kho | Photos courtesy of Toyota Motor Corporation
Toyota's design department has been playing things safe for the past decade. Sure, the cars they came up with don't look bad, but just a little bit too safe, if you ask me. But at last, the Japanese automaker's new priority is to “develop more dramatic, expressively designed vehicles.” And the result is this - the Toyota Corolla Furia Concept - which they revealed at the 2013 Detroit Auto Show.
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Friday, 12 October 2012 15:09
*UPDATE* Toyota Motor Philippines recalls 22,000 vehicles over a faulty Power Window Switch
*UPDATE*
TMP added to their original statement that the 3.5Q variant of the Camry is not affected by the recall. Also, if you have been experiencing any of the symptoms described, Toyota is now advising affected vehicle owners to contact their nearest Toyota dealer to schedule an appointment.
For more information, please contact the TOYOTA CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER (CAC) at (02) 819-2912 or email
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Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has issued a voluntary recall of 22,000 units sold between 2006 and 2010 over a faulty Power Window Master Switch last Wednesday, October 10, 2012. This is part of a global campaign that affects 7.43 million vehicles worldwide to fix power window switches that may get stuck, produce smoke, and potentially cause a fire. Affecting more than a dozen models globally, the local recall covers the Camry, Corolla, RAV4, Vios, and Yaris. There has, however, been no reports of major injuries from the problem.
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Monday, 10 September 2012 07:02
Toyota 86: A tough act to follow
Words by Charlie Cruz | Photos by Christopher Kho
The most basic formula in making a great sports car is to put the most powerful engine you can possibly fit into the lightest chassis you can find. It can accelerate quicker, brake later, and corner much much faster. No other car does this better than the Toyota Corolla AE86. The AE86 earned its title from years of being raced, thrashed, and – up until recently – drifted. And after a rich 30-year history, there is no doubt that the 86 or the Hachi-Rouku is an undisputed legend.
But after three decades of its reign, amidst the flurry of front wheel drive cars, Toyota finally decided to revive the legend of their front-engined rear-wheel-drive coupe. Meet the new 86, Toyota's latest reincarnation of the ideal affordable sports car.
I must say, it looks really cool. This sleek new sports car has a sophistication that's fit for any occasion. And while Toyota got the looks department spot on, the question now is, “Is better than the original AE86?”
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Thursday, 24 May 2012 06:18
Toyota brings out all-new Corolla Axio in Japan; Can this be the next-gen Altis?
Words by Jose Carlo Roberto R. Sapera | Photos courtesy of Toyota Motor Corporation
Most car models today stay out in the market for a good five to six years before bowing down for the curtain call. And when an all-new model is about enter the scene as a replacement, teasers, spy photos, and design concepts appear to give us a hint of what's to come. Perhaps, one of the more notable cars that’s due for a full model change is the current generation Toyota Corolla Altis. So when Toyota Motor Corporation pulled the covers off their 11th generation Corolla Axio in Japan last week, it roused rumors of the next generation Altis would look like.
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Monday, 12 March 2012 08:02
Toyota Motor Philippines marks 500,000th unit production milestone
Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) began production of completely knocked-down (CKD) and semi knocked-down (SKD) units at its plant in Sta. Rosa, Laguna back in 1989. And 23 years later, what is now the Philippines' largest automaker marked yet another milestone when they celebrated the production of their 500,000th vehicle - a brand new Toyota Innova - in a ceremonial line-off held at TMP's headquarters last March 8, 2012.“This milestone is a testament to the unrelenting devotion to excellence of every Team Member who helped make Toyota Motor Philippines what it is today,” remarked TMP Vice Chairman Alfred Ty. “We shall further solidify Toyota’s partnership with the Philippines while continuing to contribute to economic development in the country. We shall constantly innovate ourselves to meet the dynamic needs of our customers and remain committed to help shape a more progressive future for the Philippines.”
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Friday, 03 February 2012 08:39
Car names defined
Words by Christopher Kho and Jade Lu
Car makers across the globe name their latest models after elaborate words from the English dictionary (except for the Europeans who use a labyrinth of letters and numbers) to somehow reflect its prominent characteristics and dazzle their patrons over its obscure moniker. But after a multitude of brochures, advertisements, test drives, and car reviews, have we really given some thought what some of these nameplates really mean? Thankfully, the internet - and notably the guys at Dictionary.com - has put together a list of definitions for some of the most prominent and memorable car models ever to grace this planet.
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Tuesday, 03 May 2011 10:43
A Change of Heart | 2010 Toyota Corolla Altis 1.6V A/T
Words by Ferman Lao | Photos by Christopher Kho
Truth be told, I've never been a Toyota fan, not since the very beginning. Perhaps it's because of the fact that I grew up in a household whose garage is primarily made up of Toyota's. To this day, I can still vividly remember my first encounter with cars. It was a deep red 1979 Corona with a 12 R engine, outlined with shiny chrome trims. It was a time when I could still barely reach the pedals. After that episode, we also had a memorable 1978 Tamaraw wherein I logged thousands upon thousands of kilometers and first learned how to power slide a car. Apart from those two, we also had a 1969 and a 1979 Crown, both in refrigerator white. And to close this chapter of my life, I almost bought a 1990 Corolla when the opportunity came, but fate had other plans for me, and the Crowns were the last Toyota's that our family ever owned.
Fast forward a couple of decades into the present day, circumstance led me behind the wheel of the latest 2010 Corolla Altis 1.6V with an electronically controlled 4-speed automatic transmission. I had reluctantly given up the opportunity to review a popular AWD diesel crossover for this, in particular; I'm glad that I did.
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