Pictures of the un-raced Toyota TF110 2010 chassis in Stefan GP colours.
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Unraced Toyota TF110 with “extreme” diffuser driven by Kazuki Nakajima
Posted onThe car Toyota would have raced in F1 this year has been driven by Kazuki Nakajima in Cologne.
Toyota not planning return to “elitist” F1
Posted onToyota’s former F1 boss Tadashi Yamashina has said the company isn’t interested in competing in F1 because it is too distant from ordinary drivers. Speaking to Automotive News Yamasina said Toyota, who announced its decision to quit F1 within days of the 2009 season finale, would have happened regardless of the credit crunch: It might … Continue reading Toyota not planning return to “elitist” F1
Stefan GP agree deal with Toyota
Posted onStefan GP claim they are on course to enter an F1 car in the world championship having agreed a deal with Toyota Motorsport. A statement on the Stefan GP website said: Stefan GP has just come to a basic agreement with Toyota Motorsport GmbH (TMG) that Stefan GP will receive technical supports from TMG. Stefan … Continue reading Stefan GP agree deal with Toyota
Toyota staff follow Trulli to Lotus
Posted onLotus has confirmed two former Toyota team members have joined their team. Dieter Gass began work for Lotus as deputy technical director early in January. He was previously chief race and test engineer at Toyota. And Gianluca Pisanello, who was Jarno Trulli’s race engineer at Toyota has also moved to Lotus. He will be one … Continue reading Toyota staff follow Trulli to Lotus
Sauber takes Toyota’s place on 2010 grid
Posted onThe FIA has confirmed Sauber will be granted the 13th slot on the 2010 F1 grid after it was left vacant by departing rivals Toyota. Although the team have officially competed as ‘BMW-Sauber’ for the past four years, this confirms the return of Sauber as an independent outfit in F1, last seen in 2005.
2010 F1 teams list sees Virgin replace Manor – and no Sauber or Toyota
Posted onThe official 2010 F1 teams list published today by the FIA has confirmed long-standing rumours the new Manor entry will be branded by former Brawn sponsors Virgin. The FIA has also noted the absence of an entry from Toyota and has not yet substituted it with another team – including new BMW owners Sauber.
Toyota in F1 2001-2009 in pictures
Posted onToyota: they arrived, they spent staggering amounts of money without winning anything, and then they gave up. It’s not the kind of inspiring story that’s likely to get made into a film any time soon. But it wasn’t without its high points and interesting moments. Have a look at some of Toyota’s better memories in … Continue reading Toyota in F1 2001-2009 in pictures
How Toyota got it wrong
Posted onIn the eight years Toyota spent in F1 there was little success and a great number of missed opportunities. Sport has many examples of teams blessed with an abundance of resources which they proceed to squander. From day one money was no object for Toyota, yet their trio of pole positions and 13 podium finishes … Continue reading How Toyota got it wrong
Toyota quits F1 after eight winless years
2009 F1 season
Posted onF1 has lost its third team in less than 12 months as Toyota has confirmed it will not compete in 2010.
2010 F1 driver rumours: Raikkonen spurns Toyota, Renault eyes rookies
Posted onRemarkably, with just one race left to run the entry list for next year is far from complete. Just six drivers have their contracts officially in place for 2010 and there could be as many as 22 places left to fill. Among those yet to sign deals are newly-crowned champion Jenson Button, team mate Rubens … Continue reading 2010 F1 driver rumours: Raikkonen spurns Toyota, Renault eyes rookies
F1 links: Trulli still hopes for Toyota drive
Posted onTrulli awaits Toyota’s budget decision (Autosport) "Although Toyota president John Howett has made it clear several times that he thinks it unlikely the Italian will be retained by the outfit, Trulli has revealed that he has agreed with Toyota's team principal Tadashi Yamashina not to commit to anything else for now." Head: Hulkenberg will be … Continue reading F1 links: Trulli still hopes for Toyota drive
Williams and Toyota officially part ways
Posted onTwo press releases appeared within half an hour of each other today – the first from Williams confirming it will not use Toyota engines in 2010, and the second from Toyota affirming the development. A quote from Frank Williams said: “At a time of great difficulty for us as a team, Toyota stepped forward and … Continue reading Williams and Toyota officially part ways
Kamui Kobayashi to substitute for injured Timo Glock at Toyota in Brazil
Posted onKamui Kobayashi will make his F1 debut in the Brazilian Grand Prix at Interlagos next week for Toyota. The Japanese driver will substitute for Timo Glock who was injured during qualifying at Suzuka one week ago. Glock has discovered his injuries were more serious than first thought. In addition to his badly cut leg the … Continue reading Kamui Kobayashi to substitute for injured Timo Glock at Toyota in Brazil
F1 links: Toyota parting with Trulli & Williams
Posted onMotor racing-Toyota cast doubt on Trulli’s future John Howett suggests Jarno Trulli won't drive for Toyota next year: "We are in negotiation and we haven't reached an agreement and there is a possibility that we won't close the gap,. At the moment the gap is reasonably large. We have to say there is a very … Continue reading F1 links: Toyota parting with Trulli & Williams
Toyota confirm Fuji Speedway will not hold an F1 race in 2010
Posted onToyota has admitted the Fuji Speedway will not be on the 2010 F1 calendar, confirming rumours that circulated at the end of May. As I said at the time, I’m not sorry to see Fuji go – it’s not a great circuit in its own right and it pales in comparison to Suzuka, which will … Continue reading Toyota confirm Fuji Speedway will not hold an F1 race in 2010
New Toyota chief expects more losses
Posted onAkio Toyoda, the newly-appointed president of Toyota Motor Corp, expects it will take be at least another two years before the company turns a profit. Speaking at his first press conference since taking over the role, Toyoda said: ?óÔé¼?ôWe want to do everything possible to avoid a third consecutive year of losses.?óÔé¼?Ø The company posted … Continue reading New Toyota chief expects more losses
Toyota having a car boot sale
Posted onToyota are clearing out their F1 parts bin and flogging it all on their website. You can buy a part from one of their F1 cars for as little as ?é?ú200 (?óÔÇÜ?¼228/$322). And if you’ve got a few thousand to spare you could get front noses, rear wings or even an entire engine cover.
The team mate debates: Toyota
Posted onWith the first signs of the silly season getting started for 2010, I thought it would be a good time to start a new series of Friday debates on the subject of team driver pairings. Starting today, we’ll look at each of the teams and ask at which point in their history did they have … Continue reading The team mate debates: Toyota
F1 links: Ferrari, Toyota and Red Bull may exit
Posted onHere’s a round-up of F1 news and other interesting links I’ve found today. If you’ve spotted a hot news story, interesting new website or just something funny from the world of F1, please share your links in the comments below. Rebel three seek breakaway support "The word here in Monaco is that Ferrari, Toyota and … Continue reading F1 links: Ferrari, Toyota and Red Bull may exit