Smart Motorist

Decision to build new Toyota Auris hybrid in Britain was a vote of confidence for operations in the UK and the British car production. The first model class C is emerging hybrid in showrooms.

Given the opportunity to produce the first hybrid vehicle volume in Europe is a source of pride for employees of Toyota Manufacturing UK (TMUK). "Auris TMUK Hybrid is very important. This model offers a great opportunity for us to increase production and for Toyota to increase sales while being a source of motivation for everyone here. As a first C-segment car in qualifying for hybrid technology, the new Auris Hybrid is leading the trend of decreasing carbon emissions in Europe. "

Auris hybrid production model is the latest investment in Japanese companies Toyota plant in Britain. TMUK, originally opened in 1992, still remains the largest production plant in Europe, with the total investment of 1.54 million pounds.

Employees experience and that of petrol and diesel versions of the Auris model already are built here, were key reasons Toyota's decision to produce in the UK and the hybrid version. "Auris model already built here, adding a new engine was the best decision in terms of cost. Great Britain is the place for production of environmental technologies, with strong support from the government and the public for cutting CO2 emissions. "

Toyota Auris HSD (Hybrid Synergy Drive) was presented the world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show. The vehicle uses a 1.8-liter gasoline engine VVT-i that develops 98 hp and 142 Nm, with an electric motor of 60 kW and 207 Nm.

In the UK, Toyota Auris Hybrid is sold at prices from 18,950 pounds (about 22,700 euros).

Source: http://www.toyota.com/