it wouldn't really suck as a Pontiac, but as a toyota. hell to the naw. So, they basically made a last-gen Matrix. Nice ricer.

After playing a session of luggage tetris, the weary-eyed members of Wheels24 headed off to Johannesburg for the start of the local international motor show. The ample boot space of the Toyota RAV4 helped ease an otherwise laborious process, though.

WINDERMERE, Ont. – During the recent federal election campaign, all the wannabe prime ministers were shouting for more government help so automakers could build smaller, more fuel-efficient vehicles in Canada.

All Toyota RAV4 models receive enhanced safety and security features with standard front seat active headrests and an engine immobilizer. Comfort, convenience and user technology are also significantly enhanced in 2009 RAV4 models.

The RAV4 delivers an excellent combination of power, performance and interior comfort in its class. More than 10 years after it was first introduced, the RAV4 maintains a strong reputation for reliability, safety and interior comfort.

- Timing, as they say, is everything and what better time is there to visit the wonderful Muskoka area of Ontario, but just when the leaves are bursting into color. Perhaps Toyota cleverly planned this for its 2009 RAV4 launch, or maybe cottage country was sim...

In addition, Run-Flat flat tires eliminate the need for a spare tire. This can reduce vehicle weight and save fuel, as well as reduce rubber consumption. In fact, the new RAV4 Sport with the Sport Appearance Package is without its predecessors’ familiar rear...

“hville, Tennessee -- Toyota Motor Corp. has picked Bridgestone-brand Dueler Run-Flat tyres as original equipment on its 2009 Toyota RAV4 Sport as part of”

Sep. 29, 2008 (China Knowledge) - Toyota Motor Corp, Japan's largest automaker, is mulling to introduce China-made sports utility vehicle (SUV) RAV4 by the middle of next year, sources reported, citing Deputy General Manager with FAW Toyota at the 2008 Chengdu...

This will be the Japanese automaker’s second attempt to promote compressed natural gas (CNG) for use in consumer vehicles. It sold fleet customers a CNG powered Camry in 1999, but received little interest.

Earlier this week, a top executive of FAW Toyota said that the joint venture has now included a series of SUV models in its product lineup for the China market and will launch them by mid-2009, reported National Business Daily today.

The FINANCIAL -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., announced on September 24 at its Sustainable Mobility Seminar media reception that it will place four off-lease RAV4-EV battery-electric vehicles (BEV) in a new program in Portland, Oregon designed t...

“ota is slowly adding more green vehicles beyond its poster child the Prius. Yesterday the Japanese automaker introduced several new alternative fuel”

The most important upgrade to the 2009 RAV4 is its new 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, which increases power to 179 hp, versus the 2008’s 166 hp. Mileage remains unchanged at 22/28 mpg city/highway for the two-wheel-drive RAV4 and 21/27 mpg for the four...

www.edmunds.com - Inside Line, Edmunds.com's high-speed online car magazine, announced that the 2008 Toyota RAV4 won its latest comparison test of compact crossovers, which is described in full at The SUV Is Dead; Long Live the SUV ( www.

The 2009 Toyota RAV4 's four-cylinder base model will be offering a little more "oomph" in terms of performance than its immediate predecessor - for a higher price. The increase won't be dramatic; the old and relatively lackluster 2.

Shanghai, September 12, 2008; Toyota RAV4, Toyotas A-level SUV, will be produced in China by the first half of 2009 on FAW-Toyotas production line, said Information Times yesterday, citing dealers of Guangzhou FAW-Toyota.

Italian GP: Toyota F1 Grand Prix Race Preview - Trulli Excited, Glock Hopes Panasonic Toyota Racing is quickly back in action this weekend with the Italian Grand Prix at Monza coming just seven days after a disappointing Belgian Grand Prix.

The automaker said it would start one shift of about 1,200 workers instead of two shifts of more than 2,000 when production of the RAV4 compact crossover SUV starts in November. The company, which initially planned annual production of about 150,000, will now ...

This article is locked. You need to be a Registered User of just-auto to view this article. Summary: Toyota has again made changes to a new North American plant ahead of production start-up.

Toyota is updating its Hilux pick-up for 2009, with a new grille and wider front bumper, new alloy wheel designs, and new kit including a lockable tailgate for hardtop-equipped Extra and Double Cab models.

Toyota plans to slow down the launch of its new RAV4 assembly plant in Woodstock, Ontario, next year, citing weak market conditions in North America, reports Automotive News . The plant will open late this year as planned with about 1,200 workers, but .

- Base V6 available with new "B" Package option - Sport V6 receives new titanium-coloured alloy wheels - Third-row seating deleted on V6 Limited - Exterior colours: Black Forest Pearl added; Nautical Blue Metallic deleted; Everglade Metallic now comes with Ash...

14 August 2008 - It seems Sony Ericsson offers more Walkman handsets than we've had hot dinners, so is the W760i the handset for you. We get listening and calling to find out. The new W760 slider is the latest Walkman handset and was announced at the same time...

“n Honda is putting at least a 5-speed in all of their cars now, except for the compact JDM K-cars. Anyway, expect this new 2.5 liter Dual VVT-i inline-4”

August 5, 2008 â Torrance, CA - Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., announced manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) today for the 2009 RAV4 compact sport utility vehicle (SUV).

The first facelift for the not quite three-years old Toyota RAV4 has been announced by the importer for North America, Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), USA. In NAFTA markets, the updated vehicle will be known as the 2009 RAV4.

TORRANCE, California — Toyota on Tuesday said its mildly freshened 2009 RAV4 will increase in price by an average of about $224 across the lineup when it arrives in showrooms in September.

The front end of the 2009 RAV4 gets a new grille and a reworked bumper, while the rear gets fresh styling as well with a new step bumper and redesigned taillights. The fenders feature wider flares at all four corners and the mirrors have been revamped for a sm...

With the 2009 models just around the corner, Toyota has announced the changes it is making to its RAV4 small SUV for the new year. The detail changes are visible on the outside and the inside, with a styling freshening and a bigger engine that gets better fuel...