Toyota Prius Becomes The First Lte Connected Car In The World

Not only is 2010 going to introduce the first commercially available wireless LTE networks but it looks like various cars of the future will be able to offer the same high-speed 4G connectivity.
The first LTE Connected Car in the world is going to be the Toyota Prius. As announced by ng Connect, the popular hybrid car will offer on board 4G LTE connectivity at some point in the future.

Toyota, as a member of the ng Connect Program, has worked with various companies in order to transform the 2010 Toyota Prius into the first connected LTE hybrid car in the world. With technological support from companies like Alcatel-Lucent, Atlantic Records, QNX Software Systems, chumby and Kabillion, the future Prius will be able to deliver that fast 4G connectivity that we were waiting for. Such a feature is definitely most welcomed while being on the road. It’s the driver’s job to focus on the road but everyone else can enjoy various services made possible by an LTE network.

The LTE Connected Car will offer you “entertainment, infotainment and security services” like vide on-demand, gaming, GPS navigation, vehicle monitoring, home control and a more. Wi-Fi support will definitely be included which means that connected devices will be able to browse the web freely while inside the 2010 Toyota Prius.

We have no idea when your Prius could be transformed in order to accommodate LTE services. Various cell phone makers and wireless subscribers are getting ready to roll out new products that will offer you LTE connectivity and LTE-based services. Most carriers will probably have LTE available next year which might mean that an LTE Connected Toyota Prius could arrive at some point later next year. And let’s not forget about the recent announcement made by a lot of important names in the mobile business earlier this week. An LTE standard solution for voice and SMS services has been already agreed upon which means we’re almost good to go.

NAP: New car owners to suffer too

As usual, Malaysians won't react and stand up for those affected because they themselves are not affected. In this case, the new car owners will not stand up and fight for the old car owners.

But there is a whole bigger picture here that will affect new car owners under the clause 'prohibition of import of used parts starting 2011'.

What this means is this. Let's say - hypothetically - your Toyota Vios gets involved in an accident, and the bumper as well as the front headlamp is damaged. Where do you go to get the spare parts?

Nowadays, you would go to the 'potong' shop which sells first-choice used car parts for the various imported makes. Either you would pay for repairs on your own or if the insurance companies would pay for it.

Now imagine if there are no more 'potong' shops because after 2011, they would not be allowed to import used car parts anymore What will happen then?

Wouldn't your insurance premiums double-up instantly? You are already paying for expensive cars, now spare parts for them will also be super-expensive!

Currently, when you have a problem with your alternator or your air-con compressor, your first choice would be a reconditioned unit, right? Imagine, a brand new alternator for foreign makes like Toyota could cost you RM2000, but a reconditioned one only RM500.

The statements released by the car makers - both foreign and national - in Malaysia regarding the NAP clearly show they have vested interests in this issue and they will make a big profit at the expense of all Malaysian motorists.

So new car-owners, please band together with us old car-owners to put a stop to this. Our collective voices can be heard and the government will have to listen. Remember the teaching of science and maths in English some time back?

Didn't the government change its stance a few days later after the massive protests? If you don't want to support the abolishment of the inspection for cars 15 years or older, never mind. At least help us abolish this 'prohibition of import of used parts'. Let's act now and together!

Talks About New Toyota Car

The 2010 Toyota Venza ranks 9 out of 30 Affordable Midsize SUVs. This ranking is based on our analysis of 29 published reviews and test drives of the Toyota Venza, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.

Reviewers praise the Venza, Toyota's Camry-based crossover for providing all the comforts of a sedan with the functionality of an SUV. Unlike Toyota's other crossover SUVs, the Venza does not feature three-row seating -- giving it an advantage over competitors in cargo space.

On the outside, the Venza stands out from the competition with a sleek profile that's similar to the Ford Edge or Buick Enclave. In fact, its styling makes it look like a modern station wagon. Its spacious interior is a strength, though its performance is less than inspiring. Still, its driving experience is more than solid enough to make it a good daily driver. In fact, Autoblog reports that the New England Motor Press Association named the Venza the "Official Winter Vehicle of New England." Automobile Magazine concludes: "Truth be told, the Venza makes the average SUV look like yesterday's news. It won't tow like an SUV or go off-road like a Jeep. But for everything else, it's a breath of fresh air."

The Venza is one of the less expensive SUVs in its class. Still, the Dodge Journey costs several thousand dollars less and offers comfortable seating for seven. But it can't beat the Venza's excellent fuel economy. At 19/26 mpg city/highway, it nearly bests every SUV in its class. In fact, it's second only to the Toyota Highlander Hybrid and refreshed Mazda CX-7. With a relatively low base price, high fuel economy and excellent safety equipment, the Venza is a great family vehicle.

The Venza sees no changes for 2010, which means buyers might do better to buy a 2009 model. Dealers may be offering discounts on 2009s to make way for the new 2010s on their lots. Be sure to check for current Toyota deals that may be available on a new Venza.

The Venza comes in one trim offered with eight option packages and four stand-alone options. It's available in either front- or all-wheel drive.

• "Like the Camry and Highlander upon which it is based, Venza isn't an excitement machine. It is, however, quite versatile and surprisingly roomy. ... Pricing is on the steep side, but that should be at least partially offset by Toyota's reputation for reliability and strong resale values." -- Consumer Guide
• "In many ways, the Venza is indeed ‘the car, optimized,' but buyers will have to decide whether all that ‘optimization' is worth the extra coin. Although the Venza is great-looking and relatively pleasing to drive -- and a more appealing package than either the Camry or Highlander -- we're not entirely convinced that it is." -- Car and Driver
• "So the Venza has to cut through an awful lot of crossover clutter to get noticed. But this Toyota's frisky moves, smart interior and solid fuel economy should please anyone looking for a wagon that's more car than crossover." -- Popular Mechanics
• "This crossover isn't just an SUV alternative. It's a Camry done better." -- Edmunds
• "Stew it all up, and Venza's an impressive piece of work that might, as Toyota says, appeal to both sedan and crossover shoppers." -- USA Today
• "Toyota wants buyers to think of Venza as a car. Bad news, guys: The Venza is not a car. It's a crossover. But there's good news, too: It's a very, very good crossover." -- About.com
• "The utility of the Highlander, the luxury of the Avalon; if this is what you're seeking, then you'll find it in the Venza." -- Washington Times

Toyota Vios Problem

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College grads in factories

Toyota Motor Corp. has decided to deploy about 900 university-educated first-year employees who entered the company this spring to its factories for about three months beginning in January, The Yomiuri Shimbun learned Saturday.

These employees, including those in white-collar and engineering positions, are scheduled to help assemble cars and perform other factory jobs. Although university graduates usually are sent to factories as a part of training, it is extremely rare for them to join assembly lines in full operation.

Toyota's production sites are facing a labour shortage because its hybrid cars such as the Prius are in great demand. However, it is difficult to employ new workers due to cost-reduction efforts and because future demand for such cars is uncertain. To cope with the situation, the company decided to utilise its first-year employees to help alleviate the labour shortage for the time being.

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These new employees were assigned this month to the company's headquarters, branches and research institutions after completing training at factories and distribution outlets.

Their new workplaces likely will be plants producing Toyota's major car models, including the Tsutsumi factory in Toyota, Aichi Prefecture, which has been producing the Prius.

The number of cars Toyota produced domestically dropped to 140,000 a month in February, when the company was forced to make its largest-ever production cuts.

However, Toyota sales have been improving thanks to the government's introduction of tax breaks and a subsidy system to encourage consumers to change to more environmentally friendly cars. The trend is expected to continue before the subsidy system expires at the end of March. To cope with Toyota's plans to produce about 300,000 cars monthly between January and March, the company has been forced to secure more production staff.

Toward this end, Toyota is using support personnel dispatched from its business partners, including car parts makers, since June and began employing temporary workers in October for the first time in 16 months.

However, Toyota likely will be cautious about employing a large number of additional temporary workers, as the company was criticized for its decision to not renew temporary worker contracts.

Toyota is believed to have decided to utilise its first-year employees because demand for cars might decline after the government's support measures end.

Police Seek Silver Toyota Vios

According to the police logs, out of the total, 29 were of car-on-car collisions while 21 Were self-accidents including two cases involving a motorcycle, one was between a car and pedestrian and two cases of animal and car collision. Other reports filed under the Miscellaneous Acts include two trespassing cases, five runaway employees, one threat case, two unpaid salary, one gambling case for which a Chinese man was detained for playing 4-D lottery, one attempt to commit offence, one criminal breach of trust, two women and girls protection act case and one forgery for purpose of cheating. The police also recorded eight cases of drugs abuse, four SMS (short messaging service) nuisance cases, one death, assault or criminal force to person with intent of outrage modesty, six mischief cases, two assaults, one robbery in which a 45-yearold Malaysian woman's handbag was stolen, three cases of cheating, one case of counterfeiting currency notes, 11 cases of voluntarily causing hurt, three labour cases, four customs cases and nine immigration cases.

The RBPF also recorded 25 theft cases in various areas, majority of which happened at residences, business premises, government buildings and a mosque. Arrests were also made which saw 10 cases of debt arrest, three cases of theft arrest and three cases of fire were also recorded. Three cases of missing cars were also reported. These cars bear the registration numbers: KF8299, a silver Subaru Impreza in Kg Mata-Mata; KH6947, a medium silver Toyota Vios in Kg Rimba; and BT3806, a Daihatsu in Kg Perpindahan Lambak Kanan. The police seek public cooperation to inform the whereabouts of the cars.

Toyota Offers Special Discounts

Toyota Motor Philippines Corporation offers special sales incentives for new vehicle purchases of Typhoon-affected Toyota Customers. The devastating effects of typhoons Ondoy and Pepeng have left a lot of vehicles damaged, some beyond repair. To aid flood-affected Toyota customers, TMPC will offer discounts ranging from P25,000 to P62,000 for select Toyota models for purchases made from October 1-31, 2009.
There are two ways to avail of Toyota’s special sales incentive. With the PAY CASH scheme, customers with cash purchases will enjoy special discounts for the Vios, Innova, Yaris, Avanza, Hilux, Altis, Hiace, Fortuner, RAV4 and Camry.
With the PAY LOW scheme purchases made through Toyota Financial Services (TFS) Lease-to-Own scheme will enjoy payment terms from 24 to 60 months, 10 to 30% cash out, and an all-in package including free one-year insurance with Acts of God coverage, LTO registration, and no chattel mortgage. A 90-day payment holiday will also be enjoyed wherein the first monthly amortization will be settled by customers three months after vehicle release.
Toyota’s special typhoon assistance is open to all Toyota customers of typhoon “Ondoy” and “Pepeng” who are interested to replace their flooded vehicles with a brand new Toyota. Only those with vehicles flooded from seat level and above are eligible to participate. This special promo is available at any authorized Toyota Metro Manila and Luzon Dealers only.
“As the country’s biggest automotive company, this is our way of letting our customers know that Toyota will be here every step of the way to help them. We are already offering special discounts for parts and labor for those whose damaged vehicles need repair. But we also understand that there are cases where the damages are beyond repair. This is why we are offering discounts for new vehicle purchases,” expressed Raymond Rodriguez, First Vice President for Vehicle Sales Operations. TMPC is also offering 40% discount on engine ECU, 20% discount on selected flood-affected parts, and 20% discount on labor.