Toyota and Lexus vehicles sold in Europe achieved a 9% reduction in the average CO2 emissions according to the company’s latest sustainability report.
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Emissions fell from 145g/km in 2008 to 132.2g/km in 2009 as a result of the company’s investment into technologies such as Toyota Optimal Drive and the increased popularity of Hybrid Synergy Drive (HSD) and Lexus Hybrid Drive (LHD).
With the start of production of the Auris HSD in the UK, Toyota marked the first local production of full hybrid technology in Europe. The vehicle boasts a best-in-class fuel consumption of 3.8l/100 km and emissions of 89gCO2/km.
As part of Toyota’s global Plug-in Hybrid (PHV) project, TME is leasing 200 Prius Plug-in-Hybrid Vehicles to selected partners in 18 European countries. The vehicle is equipped with a lithium-ion battery pack that can be charged from a normal electricity socket and has an EV range of 20km. This results in emissions of just 59g CO2/km in combined cycle, the company said.
It added that the commitment to CO2 emissions reduction is not limited to vehicles, but also extends to production, logistics and sales operations. CO2 emissions from TME manufacturing companies have been reduced by 12.6% vs. FY 2008.
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