Toyota Motor will extend the closure of two production lines at two factories in Japan until March 1, 2024. In this respect reports Reuters.
Production lines suspended From January 29 following the discovery of serious violations. The automaker suspected contractor Toyota Industries of rigging 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 was later learned that the operation of six production lines in four factories was suspended due to fraud detected during the testing of diesel engines.
A comprehensive investigation, including on-site examinations, is carried out to determine whether there are any problems within the company.
It was noted that Toyota will decide on March 1, 2024, whether it will open the lines as of Monday, March 4, or extend the outage period.
Previously reportedSt. He said that the former Hyundai plant in St. Petersburg will start producing cars under the Solaris brand.