Toyota builds global platforms

摘要

Toyota is to produce global vehicle platforms, helping it to streamline development programmes and improve efficiency, The initial focus will be on three front-wheel-drive platforms. This approach to vehicle development will increase co-operation between planning and design divisions, resulting in more optimised vehicle bodies, Toyota said: "The framework aims for the development of platforms that not only enhance the fundamental functions of moving, turning and stopping, but also ideal engineering for occupants, such as driving position."