The start/stop button on the dash will not turn off my Prius while it’s running.
Fact: On early to 2010 models with a push-button smart key system, pushing and holding the button on the dash for about three seconds will shut off the ignition system on the vehicle – even if it’s in gear and moving [...]
Toyota Prius Vehicle Throttle and Brake Systems: Myth VS. Fact
March 13th, 2010Toyota Clarifies the Facts About Event Data Recorders
March 13th, 2010Recent media reports have mischaracterized how Toyota uses and discloses information from event data recorders (EDRs) in Toyota and Lexus vehicles. The following points are intended to address any misconceptions or misunderstandings about this developing technology.
There are a variety of EDRs installed on Toyota and Lexus vehicles in the U.S. today. The data that [...]
New Car Market Remains Strong With Scrappage
March 13th, 2010Scrappage continues to give a boost to the market with private buyers in particular returning to the showrooms. The decision to let the scheme continue until the end of March will continue to provide relief for sales in the first quarter of 2010.’ Commented RMI Director, Sue Robinson, representing new car dealers, in the wake [...]
Dealer Confidence and Profit Ratings Improving
March 13th, 2010The scrappage scheme helped bring welcome relief to car dealers with the vast majority of networks – almost 80 per cent – feeling more confident about their profit margins. Dealers also reported an increase in satisfaction surrounding the relationship with their manufacturer despite the economic downturn,’ according to Sue Robinson, RMI Director, commenting on the [...]
Nissan Motor Thailand Announces Start Of Production For All-New March
March 12th, 2010Nissan Motor (Thailand) Co., Ltd. (NMT) today celebrated the start of production for the all-new Nissan March, a global compact vehicle. More than 200 guests and employees were at the kick-off event, which included representatives from the Thai government, including Trirong Suwanakiri, deputy prime minister.
Officially launching March 26 at the Bangkok International Motor Show 2010, [...]




