Japanese authorities began inspections at the factory of Toyota Industries Corporation, the contractor of Toyota Motor. In this respect reports TASS. The inspection is carried out due to information that diesel engine power data is fake.
It was noted that a comprehensive investigation, including on-site examinations, will be carried out to determine whether there are any problems within the company. Authorities will take necessary measures according to the results of the investigation.
automobile manufacturer suspicious contractor Toyota Industries for falsifying diesel test results. When measuring power in computer modules, different software was used than that used in mass production of engines.
Abnormalities were detected during power tests for three engine models used in 10 vehicle models sold worldwide. These include Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, Land Cruiser 300, Fortuner SUVs and Hilux pickup truck.
It happened later knownIt was stated that the operation of six production lines in four factories was suspended due to fraud detected during the testing of diesel engines.
Previously reportedThousands of new cars have accumulated at the former Volkswagen plant near Kaluga.