Mazda Motor Corporation has announced the launch of the special edition Mazda AZ-Wagon XS Special. The exclusive micro-mini wagon goes on sale today at all Mazda Autozam, Mazda and Mazda Anfini dealers throughout Japan.

Mazda AZ-Wagon XS Special (FWD model with a continuously variable transmission)

Based on Mazda’s popular AZ-Wagon XS micro-mini, the new XS Special offers enhanced interior and exterior quality and comfort through new features which include colored door mirrors with LED turn signals, a fully automatic climate control system; and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. The XS Special is also available with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) that provides lively acceleration and improved fuel economy. All front-wheel drive (FWD) models qualify for Japan’s eco-car tax reduction program.

Main features of the Mazda AZ-Wagon XS Special

*Special features Colored door mirrors with embedded LED turn signals; fully automatic climate control system with a catechin-coated air filter that removes allergens; black chrome rings on the air conditioner side vents; chrome inner door handles; ambient temperature display on the air conditioner panel; tachometer; leather-wrapped steering wheel; driver’s side seat lift; tilt steering wheel; and six speakers (two front, two rear and two tweeters).

*Exterior body colors A choice of five body colors is available: Pearl White, Silky Silver Metallic, Bluish Black Pearl 3, Luna Gray Pearl Metallic, and Mysterious Violet Pearl.

Source: Mazda Motor Corporation

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Tokyo — TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION (TMC) announces it opened today a facility for training Toyota-brand dealer personnel from around the world.  By following the principles of the Toyota Production System, the curriculum at The Toyota Sales Logistics (TSL) College, in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, is designed to optimize dealers’ sales logistics, resulting in greater customer satisfaction.

The TSL College will offer uniform courses administered by veteran TMC instructors using such hands-on facilities as a “virtual dealer” and a cleaning line to prep used cars for sale.  This is expected to help unify the level of dealer personnel expertise, and, thus, increase dealer productivity.  Previously, TMC had dispatched trainers using various curricula to dealers.

Instruction at the TSL College is to begin on June 1, with the start of the “TSL Instructor Training Course”.  The course is to train dealer personnel to become kaizen instructors, who are to teach what they learn after returning to their companies.  Trainees, depending on their specialty, can choose one four-week concentration from among: 1) improving service logistics, 2) encouraging repeat customers, 3) improving used-car logistics and 4) improving body and paint logistics.

Plans call for approximately 50 people from 30 Toyota-brand sales companies to undergo training at the TSL College this fiscal year (ending March 31, 2010).

Source: Toyota Motor Corporation

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Tokyo — TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION (TMC) announces that it will release a new grade of its second-generation “Prius” aimed mainly at fleet customers.  The competitively priced “EX” Prius is to be sold through “Toyota” and “Toyopet” dealer channels, starting on June 8.

The EX will be available in three colors—Super White II, Silver Metallic and Black—with a gray interior, and will come with a color-coded front grill.  It will feature the same basic safety and comfort elements of the “G” and “S” grades that it replaces, such as dual-stage Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) airbags up front and an electric inverter-controlled automatic air-conditioning system with humidity sensor.

But hubcaps, front fog lights and other equipment have been made dealer options, rather than standard, to better suit fleet users’ needs.

Source: Toyota Motor Corporation

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Mazda Motor Corporation began taking orders today for the all-new Mazda Axela (known overseas as the new Mazda3) at all Mazda, Mazda Anfini and Mazda Autozam dealers throughout Japan. The sales launch is set for June 11, 2009. Manufacturer’s suggested retail prices (including tax) range from 1,660,000 to 2,678,000 yen.

The first generation Mazda Axela debuted in October 2003, and has since built a devoted global following thanks to its lively, distinct styling and sporty performance. The Mazda Axela/Mazda3 is available as either a four-door sedan or a five-door sporty hatchback. It has become a key model in Mazda’s lineup, selling over two million units in world markets and currently comprises over a third of Mazda’s annual global sales.

The new, second generation Axela inherits and evolves Mazda’s highly acclaimed sporty performance and exterior styling, and offers an outstanding interior with greater quality and functionality, as well as top class environmental and safety features.

Source: Mazda Motor Corporation

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Honda Motor Co., Ltd. began sales of the BF60 mid-range 4-stroke outboard engine at Honda outboard engine dealers throughout Japan. A lightweight, compact, water-cooled, 3-cylinder, 60PS outboard engine, the new BF60 features PGM-FI1 electronic fuel injection, Honda’s original BLAST2 (Boosted Low Speed Torque) air/fuel ratio and ignition-timing technology and lean-burn control to deliver a combination of best-in-class acceleration and fuel economy.

The BF60’s battery charging performance, also best-in-class*3, helps support the ever-increasing need for onboard device power. Convenient and easy to use, the BF60 is available with advanced features to accommodate a wide variety of boats and applications, including power thrust, multifunction bar handle and large rudder angle for enhanced turning performance.

Source: Honda Motor Co. Ltd.

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