As informed by the company, it had marketed nearly 9,726-units during the month of March 2011. But, it is expected that the demand for its models might get hampered in the next month because of increased registration tax, excise duty, and VAT.

TKM (Toyota Kirloskar Motors) is a joint-venture between the legendary Japan based Toyota Motors and Kirloskar Group. Etios model continues to record high sales, and the automaker has registered a growth of nearly 85% in the 1st quarter of 2012.



Many auto manufacturing firms operating in Indian including Hyundai, Maruti Suzuki, Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Motors etc., had also conveyed their discontent over the government’s resolution to increase the excise duties in the 2012 budget.

Etios has recorded its highest ever growth of around 57-percent by selling nearly 5,104-units in March 2012 against 3,257-units sold in March 2011, and the Etios Liva edition has also registered its highest ever growth in a month by selling nearly 4,034-units in March 2012.

2012 Innova has also achieved a growth of around 53-percent with 6,765-units sold in 2012 March against 4,418 units sold in March 2011.

Pricing Details

The price of new 2013 Corolla has not been announced officially at this moment. However, there are no significant changes for the year 2013 and hence the pricing part will not be affected much. The company has also lowered the price of very few versions recently.

Estimated Price

The estimated base price of the new 2013 Toyota Corolla will be in the range of $17,100 -$19,780.



You can expect the starting price of 2013 Toyota Corolla L to be around $17,100 and it comes with a manual transmission; the automatic version will cost $17,250.

The price of best selling Corolla LE version will remain same as the 2012 model. The estimated price will be in the range of $18,870 for an automatic transmission model and base price of new Corolla S is $18,950 with manual transmission.

Among the noteworthy options of the 2013 model, Display Audio along with a navigation system as well as Entune system will cost around $1,200 extra.

The automaker had the plan 3 years ago and aimed at making better products in an attempt to make exciting cars thereby pushing the sales number.

Under the new structure and global architecture, the company will build multiple vehicles simultaneously to enhance the number of common parts as it’ll help in reducing the price on resources.

The automaker will also offer greater authority to executive engineers and slash the number of managers involved in the design process.

Tokuo Fukuichi, chief designer said ‘Toyota’s problem was that it had too many filters. With so many executives in hand, there is a possibility of building cars by eliminating negative reviews, not by developing something positive.




They are also aiming to build more fuel efficient and quality cars as these are the 2 things that always attract customers. The establishment of South Korea’s Kia Motors and Hyundai Motors, with their feature packed and aggressively styled vehicles have tempted Toyota to build stylish cars.

With all above factors together with cooperation between design and planning division will build improved styling and handling vehicles.

Defective ECM

Toyota stated that in two wheel drive variations of the automobiles with the 1.8-liter four-cylinder powerplant referred to as 1ZZ-FE, there’s a chance that a fracture may cultivate at particular soldered points or around the ECM’s circuit panel.

Problems With Check Engine Light

On many occasions, the check engine light turns on, and the splits occur. The transmitting might shift severely and also the engine won’t power up. In some instances the powerplant may cease as the automobile is actually being driven, posing a great threat of crash.

There are 3 “unconfirmed mishaps alleged to be associated with this problem,” one of which is apparently engaged in a small injury. GM states it is aware of absolutely no mishaps concerning Vibes.

Vibe Recalled Too

General Motors Corp. also recalled 199,163 Pontiac Vibe versions produced during 2005 to 2008.

Stay connected for updates on the latest Toyota Corolla recalls, and relevant info.

Recall 1

In 2010, Toyota recalled certain models like 2010 Avalon, 2010 Camry, 2010 Corolla, Rav4, Corolla Matrix, 2010 Highlander, 2010 Tundra, and 2010 Sequoia. This is because of bad manners with the friction lever interacts of accelerator pedal in the pedal sensor unit.

Due to this, the operation of brake pedal application may become little hard and difficult. Sometimes, the drivers of this vehicle may feel difficulty in application of brakes and this may lead to a serious car crash. Around 2230661 defective units participated in this recall.

Recall 2

On 3rd February 2010, Toyota recalled its 2010 Corolla model for the problems associated with the Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. This vehicle has problems with the rims and tires. This is due to usage of poor quality rubber and steel in the development of tire and rims respectively.

Due to this, the tires may skid due to the sudden application of brakes and the shape of rims may get distorted due to the poor metal quality. In this recall, nearly 153418 units participated and all the problems associated with this vehicle were rectified.

These were the two major Toyota Corolla recalls for 2010.

2009 Toyota Corolla Recall Summary

On 21st January 2009, Toyota recalled 2007-2010 Camry models, 2005-2010 Avalon, Corolla Matrix, 2009-2010 Corolla, Rav4, 2010 Highlander, 2008-2010 Sequoia, and 2007-2010 Tundra vehicles.

Root Cause of Recall

Due to the unexpected manner in which the friction lever relates to the surface of the accelerator pedal in the pedal sensor assembly, the lever’s sliding surface may become even during functioning.

Due to this, the engine may not work in some conditions. In addition to this, the life span of the engine may be reduced.

Consequences

Due to this problem, the accelerator pedal may become hard, slow, or mechanically trapped in a moderately depressed position, increasing the risk of an accident.

Remedy

To avoid this, dealers fixed a reinforcement bar in the accelerator pedal to make the operation smoother. GM considered this problem as one of the serious issues. Around 2230661 units participated in this recall.

This was a brief summary of 2009 Toyota Corolla recall; stay tuned for more updates and Toyota news!

Highlights of 2010 Toyota Corolla

For the year 2010, new Corolla Altis is equipped with traction control and electronic stability system; these safety features are standard on the vehicle. The base model in the lineup includes 1.8-L four-cylinder engine. It is coupled to 4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual transmission.

The engine equipped in this version is capable of generating 132-horsepower and a torque of nearly 128 pounds-feet.

Toyota Corolla XRS version in the lineup comes with sport-tuned suspension.

2010 Toyota Corolla LE

2010 Toyota Corolla LE is more economical and reliable. The LE version in the lineup is equipped with an engine that can generate 132 horsepower. All the models in the series lineup, including the LE trim, have side-curtain & side impact air bags, brake assist, ABS, and active head restraints. The traction control and stability control system is standard across the board.

2010 Toyota Corolla Price

2010 Toyota Corolla pricing starts around $16,850. The invoice price and market price of the vehicle is $15,417 and $15,633 respectively.