Toyota telah melancarkan Mirai 2024, versi terkini bagi Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) mereka. Mirai menawarkan jarak pandu yang diperluas sejauh 646km, menampilkan warna luar Elemental Silver yang baru dan pemilihan logo Beyond Zero untuk menekankan komitmen Toyota untuk mengurangkan pelepasan karbon.
Mirai beroperasi sebagai kenderaan elektrik “plug-less”, menggunakan sistem sel bahan api yang menghasilkan elektrik dari hidrogen, hanya melepaskan air. Dibangunkan atas platform Rear-Wheel Drive GA-L, Mirai menyediakan pengalaman sedan mewah-sport mid-size dengan fleksibiliti kawalan yang luar biasa. Rekabentuk aerodinamiknya menyumbang kepada kecekapan dan prestasi keseluruhan.
Di dalam, Mirai menawarkan teknologi dan keselesaan yang canggih, dengan skrin sentuh multimedia 12.3 inci, sambungan Bluetooth berganda, pengecasan tanpa wayar, dan keserasian dengan Apple CarPlay dan Android Auto.
Keselamatan adalah keutamaan dengan Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, termasuk Sistem Pre-Collision dan Peringatan Keluar Laluan. Ciri keselamatan tambahan termasuk Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, dan Traffic Jam Assist.
Pemilik Mirai dapat mendapat manfaat dari Perkhidmatan Terhubung, ToyotaCare, bahan api hidrogen percuma, sokongan telefon 24/7, dan jaminan FCEV lapan tahun/160,934km, menunjukkan komitmen Toyota terhadap kepuasan pelanggan dan ketahanan pelaburan mereka dalam FCEV.
Harga untuk Mirai XLE adalah $50,190 (RM237,273) dan Mirai Limited sebanyak $67,155 (RM317,475).
In a move toward a more sustainable and futuristic automotive landscape, Toyota has unveiled the 2024 Mirai, the latest iteration of its groundbreaking Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV). With an impressive range, new features, and enhanced safety technologies, the second-generation Mirai is set to redefine the standards for hydrogen-powered luxury.
One of the standout features of the 2024 Mirai is its extended driving range. The Mirai XLE grade boasts an EPA-estimated range of 646km, a notable improvement that caters to the growing demand for extended-range FCEVs. Beyond its extended range, the Mirai introduces a fresh Elemental Silver exterior colour and Beyond Zero badging, underlining Toyota’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions and embracing a carbon-neutral future.
The inclusion of Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 further enhances the safety profile of the Mirai, making it a comprehensive choice for drivers prioritising advanced safety technologies.
At the heart of the Mirai’s allure is its “plug-less” electric vehicle operation. Instead of relying on traditional charging methods, the Mirai utilises a fuel cell system that generates electricity onboard from hydrogen. This process results in the emission of only water, aligning with Toyota’s commitment to creating environmentally friendly vehicles. The Mirai incorporates cutting-edge technologies, including an electrostatic air cleaner, a water-cooled oil cooler, and a lithium-ion battery, ensuring efficient and sustainable performance.
Built on the premium Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) GA-L platform, the Mirai delivers a mid-size luxury-sport sedan experience. The GA-L platform, coupled with a sophisticated multilink suspension, guarantees exceptional handling agility and a remarkably smooth, quiet ride. The Mirai’s aerodynamic design, featuring a 0.29 coefficient of drag, not only contributes to efficiency but also enhances overall performance.
Inside the Mirai’s cabin, advanced technology and comfort seamlessly intertwine. Both Mirai grades feature a standard 12.3-inch multimedia touchscreen display, offering an intuitive interface for drivers and passengers alike. Connectivity options abound, with dual Bluetooth phone connectivity, wireless charging, and compatibility with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Mirai caters to comfort with features like SoftTex-trimmed and heated seats, a Colour Head Up Display (HUD), and a digital rear-view mirror with HomeLink on the Limited grade.
Safety takes center stage in the 2024 Mirai, now equipped with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0. This comprehensive safety suite includes features such as Pre-Collision System, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, and more. Additional safety elements include Blind Spot Monitor, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, and Traffic Jam Assist, ensuring a secure driving experience.
Mirai owners can enjoy an array of Connected Services, including Safety Connect, Service Connect, and Remote Connect. Extended benefits such as ToyotaCare, complimentary hydrogen fuel, dedicated 24/7 phone support, and an eight-year/160,934km FCEV warranty underline Toyota’s commitment to customer satisfaction and the longevity of their FCEV investment.
The pricing for the Mirai XLE is $50,190 (RM237,273) and the Mirai Limited at $67,155 (RM317,475).
Toyota telah mendedahkan dua versi berprestasi tinggi yang unik untuk GR Yaris baru, yang dikembangkan bekerjasama dengan juara pemandu Toyota Gazoo Racing World Rally Team (TGR-WRT) Sébastien Ogier dan Kalle Rovanperä. Model eksklusif ini membuat penampilan pertama mereka pada hari pertama Rallye-Monte Carlo, menandakan permulaan Kejuaraan Rali Dunia FIA 2024 (WRC).
Edisi Ogier
Terinspirasi oleh versi konsep yang dipamerkan di Tokyo Auto Salon 2023, edisi istimewa ini mencerminkan sumbangan peribadi pemandu juara yang turut serta dalam proses pembangunan. Inisiatif ini berakar dari keinginan Pengerusi Toyota Motor Corporation dan Pemandu Utama Akio Toyoda untuk mengungkapkan rasa terima kasih kepada pemandu yang memainkan peranan penting dalam menyempurnakan dan mengembangkan kereta Toyota melalui perlumbaan rali.
Kedua-dua edisi ini mempunyai tetapan semula, menggantikan mod “Gravel” dan “Track” yang terdapat dalam GR Yaris standard, untuk selaras dengan keutamaan peribadi setiap pemandu dalam pengendalian dan prestasi. Selain itu, setiap model mempunyai ciri-ciri reka bentuk luar dan dalaman yang unik.
Dikuasakan oleh iterasi terkini enjin tiga silinder turbo 1.6 liter GR Yaris, menghasilkan 280hp dan 390Nm tork, dipadankan dengan transmisi manual pintar enam kelajuan (6iMT), kedua-dua edisi eksklusif ini menjanjikan pengalaman pemanduan yang mendebarkan.
Edisi Ogier:
Edisi Ogier memperkenalkan dua mod kawalan AWD baru: Morizo dan Seb. Mod Morizo, yang dikembangkan oleh Akio Toyoda sendiri, memberi tumpuan pada penyampaian waktu lumba yang konsisten, manakala mod Seb, yang dikembangkan oleh Sébastien Ogier, menekankan pengalaman pemanduan yang bersambung dengan pengagihan tork untuk mengawal drift. Badan kereta mempunyai cat Matt Stealth Grey khas, butiran bendera kebangsaan Perancis, pelekat peringatan WRC, dan rim aloi BBS yang khas. Di dalam, terdapat plat peringatan kemenangan WRC, jahitan kontras menghormati warna kebangsaan Perancis, dan butiran khas lainnya.
Edisi Rovanperä:
Edisi Rovanperä mempunyai Mod Donut unik yang direka untuk drift dan melakukan donut berjurus, bersama dengan Mod Kalle yang memastikan ciri-ciri pengendalian linear. Reka bentuk luar mempunyai cat tiga warna unik dan pelekat kemenangan WRC, dengan rim aloi BBS dan spoiler belakang sayap CFRP yang boleh diubah. Kabin merangkumi hiasan dan penutup yang sepadan dengan warna kebangsaan Finlandia, plat yang mengingati kemenangan WRC TGR, dan sentuhan peribadi lainnya.
Kedua-dua Edisi Ogier dan Rovanperä akan mempunyai jumlah pengeluaran terhad, dengan butiran lanjut mengenai pesanan dan penjualan di pasaran Eropah akan diumumkan pada tarikh kemudian oleh pengedar tempatan. Model-model eksklusif ini bertujuan untuk meraikan semangat perlumbaan rali dan kerjasama antara pemandu yang memenangi kejuaraan dan komitmen Toyota terhadap kecemerlangan prestasi.
Toyota has revealed two distinctive high-performance versions of the new GR Yaris, developed in collaboration with Toyota Gazoo Racing World Rally Team (TGR-WRT) champion drivers Sébastien Ogier and Kalle Rovanperä. The exclusive models made their debut on the first day of Rallye-Monte Carlo, marking the commencement of the 2024 FIA World Rally Championship (WRC).
Inspired by concept versions showcased at the 2023 Tokyo Auto Salon, these special editions reflect the personal input of the champion drivers, who have contributed to the development process. The initiative stems from Toyota Motor Corporation Chairman and Master Driver Akio Toyoda’s desire to express gratitude to the drivers who play a pivotal role in refining and evolving Toyota cars through rallying.
Both editions feature reprogrammed settings, replacing the “Gravel” and “Track” modes found in the standard GR Yaris, to align with each driver’s personal preferences for handling and performance. Additionally, each model boasts distinctive new exterior and interior styling features.
Powered by the latest iteration of the GR Yaris’ 1.6-litre turbocharged three-cylinder engine, producing 280hp and 390Nm of torque, matched to a six-speed intelligent manual transmission (6iMT), these exclusive editions promise an exhilarating driving experience.
Ogier Edition:
The Ogier Edition introduces two new AWD control modes: Morizo and Seb. The Morizo mode, developed by Akio Toyoda himself, focuses on delivering consistent race times, while Seb mode, developed by Sébastien Ogier, emphasizes a connected driving experience with torque distribution for controlled drifting. The bodywork features a dedicated Matt Stealth Grey paint finish, French national flag details, WRC commemorative stickers, and distinctive BBS alloy wheels. Inside, it includes WRC victory commemoration plaque, contrast stitching honouring the French national colors, and other bespoke details.
Rovanperä Edition:
The Rovanperä Edition features a unique Donut Mode designed for drifting and performing tire-smoking donuts, along with Kalle Mode that ensures linear handling characteristics. The exterior boasts a unique three-tone paint finish and WRC victory stickers, with BBS alloy wheels and a CFRP variable wing rear spoiler. The cabin incorporates trim and upholstery matching Finland’s national colors, a plaque commemorating TGR’s WRC victory, and other personalised touches.
Both the Ogier and Rovanperä Editions will have limited production numbers, with further details about ordering and sales in European markets to be announced at a later date by national distributors. The exclusive models aim to celebrate the spirit of rallying and the collaboration between championship-winning drivers and Toyota’s commitment to performance excellence.
Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) telah memperkenalkan 2024 GR Yaris, menunjukkan komitmen syarikat terhadap peningkatan berterusan dalam kereta berasaskan sukan permotoran. GR Yaris, yang pertama kali dilancarkan pada September 2020, telah mengalami ujian dan evolusi pertandingan yang ketat.
Penambahbaikan utama termasuk pengenalan Transmisi Automatik Direct Gazoo Racing 8-speed yang baru, menampilkan perisian yang dioptimumkan untuk pemanduan bergaya dan mencapai kelajuan pertukaran gear bertaraf dunia. Prestasi enjin mengalami peningkatan output dari 272PS kepada 304PS dan tork dari 370Nm kepada 400Nm. Pakej trim “High performance” RZ dilengkapi dengan Torsen LSD untuk kawalan daya pandu yang lebih baik.
Penambahbaikan reka bentuk kokpit memberi tumpuan kepada ketelitian dan operabiliti yang lebih baik, dengan papan kawalan dan paparan yang condong 15 darjah ke arah pemandu. Postur pemanduan, pandangan ke hadapan, dan kedudukan tuas gear telah diperbaiki. Paparan meter TFT penuh warna 12.3-inci yang terinspirasi oleh pemandu lumba profesional menyediakan maklumat kenderaan yang penting.
Perubahan reka bentuk luaran termasuk peningkatan pada gril bawah, gril sisi bawah yang lebih besar untuk penyejukan yang lebih baik, dan hiasan bawah belakang dengan pembukaan untuk mengurangkan rintangan aerodinamik. Penambahbaikan pada rangka dan badan, seperti penambahan titik pengelasan tambahan dan peningkatan bilangan bolt yang memuatkan badan ke penyerap hentakan, menyumbang kepada peningkatan kestabilan kawalan. “Pakej Penyejukan” menambah prestasi penyejukan dengan pilihan seperti sub-radiator, pengambilan udara sejuk, dan penyembur antara.
GR Yaris memperkenalkan fungsi pemilihan mod pemanduan standard untuk pemanduan bergaya dan seharian. TGR merancang untuk menawarkan perkhidmatan peningkatan untuk GRMN Yaris, yang menggabungkan pelajaran dari GR Yaris yang telah berkembang dan penyertaan dalam sukan permotoran.
Model konsep khas, GR Yaris RZ “High performance・Edisi Sébastien Ogier” dan GR Yaris RZ “High performance・Edisi Kalle Rovanperä,” telah disiapkan untuk pelancaran jualan, diumumkan di Rallye Monte Carlo, peringkat pertama Kejohanan Rally Dunia FIA. Komitmen TGR untuk membuat kereta berasaskan sukan permotoran yang lebih baik terus berlanjut, memastikan GR Yaris terus berkembang melalui pertandingan dan maklum balas pemandu.
Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) has revealed the evolved version of its iconic GR Yaris, reinforcing its commitment to the continuous improvement of motorsports-bred cars. The GR Yaris, symbolic of TGR’s dedication to excellence, has undergone rigorous testing and competition evolution since its launch in September 2020.
Central to this evolution is the introduction of a newly developed 8-speed GAZOO Racing Direct Automatic Transmission. This transmission, honed through motorsports testing and diverse road conditions, boasts optimised software for sporty driving, achieving world-class gear-shifting speeds and close-ratio gears for optimal power band utilisation. The RZ “High performance” trim is equipped with a Torsen LSD for enhanced driving force control.
The engine performance sees an increase in output from 272PS to 304PS and torque from 370Nm to 400Nm.
In terms of cockpit design, the control panel and display have been tilted 15 degrees towards the driver for improved visibility and operability. The driving posture has been enhanced, forward visibility expanded, and the shift lever position optimised. A 12.3-inch full-colour TFT gauge display, inspired by professional race drivers, offers crucial vehicle information.
The exterior design incorporates motorsports input with features like an upgraded lower grille, larger side lower grilles for improved cooling, and a rear lower garnish with an opening to reduce aerodynamic drag.
Chassis and body reinforcements include an increased number of bolts fastening the body to shock absorbers and additional spot welding points, resulting in improved handling stability. A “Cooling Package” enhances cooling performance with options like a sub-radiator, cool air intake, and intercooler sprayer.
The GR Yaris also introduces a standard drive mode selection function for both sporty and everyday driving. The optional vertical parking brake, influenced by motorsports, enhances operational efficiency in competitions. TGR plans to offer an upgrade service for the GRMN Yaris, incorporating lessons from the evolved GR Yaris and motorsports participation.
The GR Yaris RZ “High performance・Sébastien Ogier Edition” and GR Yaris RZ “High performance・Kalle Rovanperä Edition” concept models are set for sales launch, to be unveiled at Rallye Monte Carlo, marking the first round of the FIA World Rally Championship. TGR’s commitment to making ever-better motorsports-bred cars remains an ongoing pursuit, ensuring the GR Yaris continues to evolve through competition and driver feedback.
Prestasi yang kurang memuaskan dari Supra di pasaran adalah sesuatu yang agak mengejutkan walaupun penjualan keseluruhan Toyota di Amerika Syarikat untuk tahun 2023 meningkat secara ketara sebanyak 6.6%, mencapai jumlah keseluruhan sebanyak 2,248,477 unit. Pasaran Amerika Syarikat bagi Supra menyaksikan hanya 2,652 unit terjual, menurun dari 4,952 unit pada tahun 2022.
Walaupun Toyota memperkenalkan transmisi manual kepada Supra, terdapat juga peningkatan harga sebagai peralihan model kepada tahun model 2024.
Secara tradisinya, kereta sport mengalami peningkatan penjualan pada awal kitaran hidup mereka, dengan penurunan pada tahun-tahun berikutnya. Supra generasi A90 semasa ini membuat kemunculannya pada tahun model 2020, berkongsi komponen penting, termasuk kabin, dengan BMW Z4.
The underwhelming performance of the Supra in the market is particularly surprising given that Toyota’s overall U.S. sales for 2023 saw a notable increase of 6.6%, reaching a total of 2,248,477 units. The U.S. market for the Supra witnessed a mere 2,652 units sold, down from 4,952 units in 2022.
Despite Toyota’s introduction of a manual transmission to the Supra, there was also a corresponding hike in prices as the model transitioned to the 2024 model year.
Akio Toyoda, the head of Toyota, the world’s largest automaker, has once again expressed scepticism about a complete transition to exclusively electric vehicles (EVs). While promoting a potential role for hydrogen and biofuels, Toyoda emphasized the need for more diversity in future automotive fuels.
“Frankly, (electric vehicles) are not the only way to achieve the world’s carbon neutrality goals,” remarked Mr. Toyoda, who believes there is a silent majority of consumers and carmakers who share these doubts but are hesitant to voice them due to the prevailing trend in favour of EVs.
Speaking at the unveiling of a battery-electric Hilux ute in Thailand, Toyoda stressed his preference for exploring multiple options, including emission-free synthetic fuels and hydrogen. He sees hydrogen as a promising technology for the future, alongside battery electric vehicles.
“Let me correctly explain Toyota’s position. I would like you to think of Toyota as a department store offering every available powertrain,” Toyoda stated. He argued that customer preferences are diverse, ranging from EV owners to those without access to charging facilities and limiting options to a single product would diminish the overall value of the automotive market.
While Toyota has been a pioneer in hybrid technology with models like the Prius and the Mirai, which run on hydrogen fuel cells, the company recently introduced its first battery-electric model, the bZ4X, in 2022.
Toyoda also defended Toyota’s commitment to electrification, outlining the company’s goal to achieve sales of 3.5 million electric vehicles by 2030. He underscored Toyota’s global reach and vision of providing mobility for all, stating, “Our philosophy is that we want to leave no one behind.”
Expressing skepticism about the timelines set for the full electrification of the automotive industry, Toyoda urged a realistic approach considering societal readiness and infrastructure development. He emphasised that the transition to electric vehicles might take longer than portrayed by the media and drew parallels with the delayed realisation of fully autonomous cars.
In a landscape dominated by the push towards EVs, Toyota, under Toyoda’s leadership, continues to champion a diversified approach to fuel technologies, maintaining a commitment to various options beyond electric vehicles.
Akio Toyoda, ketua Toyota, pengeluar automotif terbesar di dunia, sekali lagi menyatakan keraguan beliau mengenai peralihan sepenuhnya kepada kenderaan elektrik (EV).
Walaupun mengakui trend semasa yang menyokong EV, Toyoda menekankan keperluan untuk lebih banyak kepelbagaian dalam bahan bakar automotif pada masa depan. Beliau menyuarakan keraguan bahawa EV adalah satu-satunya penyelesaian untuk mencapai matlamat ketelusan karbon dan menyokong penerokaan pelbagai pilihan, termasuk bahan bakar sintetik bebas pelepasan dan hidrogen.
