Power window causing fire hazard: Toyota recalls 7.43 million cars

Toyota Motors announced a global recall Wednesday of 7.43 million cars due to a power window problem that poses a fire risk.

The automaker said that the driver's side power window switch on some models may feel "notchy" or sticky during operation. The problem is caused by an uneven application of grease during the switch assembly process, and if commonly available lubricants are applied, a fire could result under some circumstances.

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The global recall includes a variety of models across multiple years -- including some Highlander, Matrix, Tundra, Yaris, Corolla, Camry and RAV4 models. The company said it would inform U.S.-based owners of affected vehicles later this month by mail.

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Toyota unveils "Smartphone on Four Wheels"

Full Story: Huffington Post 28 Nov

Toyota's president unveiled a futuristic concept car resembling a giant smartphone to demonstrate how Japan's top automaker is trying to take the lead in technology at the upcoming Tokyo auto show, reports Huffington Post.

Fun Vii - Smartphone on Four Wheels (photo AP)

The car works like a personal computer and allows drivers to connect with dealers and others with a tap of a touch-panel door. Toyota president, Akio Toyoda, called the new car  "a smartphone on four wheels" Monday.

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Macau's Supercar show

Full Story: Yahoo News

Makers of world's most exotic and expensive sports cars gather in Macau this week for the first Asian edition of Monaco's annual Top Marques show that began eight years ago, reports Yahoo News.

GTA Spano at Macau Supercar Show

One can see cars like Pagani Huayra, Bugatti, GTA Spano posed with model girls in a slide show at Yahoo News.

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Latin America's top-selling cars not safe

Full Story: Express Tribune 24 Nov

Top-selling cars in Latin America are not safe enough for their passengers and show poor structural integrity, according to a study released Thursday by the Latin New Car Assessment Programme (NCAP).

“The frontal impact tests carried out at (speeds) of 64 kilometers (38 miles) per hour reveal that poor structural integrity and the absence of airbags are putting the lives of Latin American motorists at risk,” according to the latest phase of testing released Thursday.

Models tested include Chevrolet Celta, Chevrolet Corsa Classic, Chevrolet Cruze LT, Fiat Novo Uno Evo, Ford Focus Hatchback, Ford KA Fly Viral, Nissan March, and Nissan Tiida Hatchback.

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