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May 24, 2023

Toyota Lanka (Private) Limited recently announced the launch of the latest version of Toyota Genuine Motor Oil with all-new updated packaging, at the Shangri-La Resort & Spa, Hambantota. The event was attended by over 300 authorised partners from around the country, who will play a pivotal role in the distribution of Toyota Genuine Motor Oil. Toyota Lanka (Private) Ltd. is the authorized distributor for Toyota Genuine Motor Oil.

The objective of relaunching of Toyota Genuine Motor Oil is to help revitalise Toyota as a brand and highlight its position in the market. This will be achieved via its new brand identity and packaging which showcases an all-new, unique, and contemporary design, focussing on Toyota’s core strengths and differentiators. The all-new design utilises vibrant colours to set it apart from other products in the market and create a more appeal among the customer base for lubricant, services, and solutions.

Additionally, Toyota Lanka (Private) Limited, has also introduced another way of easily identifying Toyota Genuine Motor Oil. A scratchable, holographic sticker is attached to the bottle, which contains a PIN. Customers can simply send that pin to 0712939000, and receive a QR code, which upon scanning will reveal the authenticity of the oil.

Toyota Genuine Motor Oil has emerged as Sri Lanka’s fastest growing brand of motor oil. It is designed specifically to enhance the performance of Toyota vehicles, ensuring optimum functionality. This timely strategy was implemented by Toyota to safeguard customers from parallel imports and counterfeit or ungenuine motor oil products.

The oil has been tested rigorously to ensure consistent, optimal performance during its use, and between services. The precise blend of the oil also helps to prevent corrosion and clumping, while maintaining smooth operation through any temperature.

April 3, 2023

Toyota Lanka (Private) Limited recently held its 15^th Annual Dealer Convention at the Shangri-La Resort & Spa – Hambantota, to recognize and honour their 300 authorized partners from all over the country who played a vital role in the distribution of Toyota Genuine Motor Oil, Genuine Toyota spare parts, PIRELLI & Accelera Tyres. The convention was held under the theme Faster. Stronger. Forward, and attended by Special representatives from Toyota Tsusho Corporatioin and PIRELLI India Region.

The event presented awards to dealers who achieved exceptional sales performance over the 2022/2023 financial year. The Chairman of Toyota Lanka, Mr. Sachio Yotsukura, and the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Manohara Atukorala, awarded cash rewards to the winners in six categories.

Auto World (Pvt) Ltd was the recipient of the top award in the Overall Best Performer category, with Sterling Automobiles Lanka (Pvt) Ltd. as the Runner – Up. Rukmal Motors won in the Service & Garage category, while Viskam Motors Service Centre (Pvt) Ltd. was the Runner Up.

Auto Miraj Group took home top honours in the Service Chain category, with Carepoint Group as the Runner Up. Pathma Motor Stores (Pvt) Ltd. was awarded Best Retail Partner, with Wimal Motors as the Runner Up. Stevans International (Pvt) Ltd. was the winner in both the Best PIRELLI Tyre Partner and Accelera Best Performer categories, while Olympic Tyre House (Pvt) Ltd. and Sandagiri Tyre & Battery Works were the Runner Ups in those categories.

At the event, Toyota Lanka (Private) Ltd. also announced the launch of the latest version of Toyota Genuine Motor Oil with updated packaging, as well as the introduction of the all-new Accelera Tyres. These tires are manufactured with cutting-edge technology and are renowned for their affordability, safety, and superior quality. Toyota Lanka (Private) Ltd. is the authorized distributor for both Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Accelera Tyres.

April 25, 2022

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Toyota Lanka (Private) Limited, the sole authorized dealer of Toyota vehicles and spare parts in Sri Lanka, recently held its 14th Annual Dealer Convention at the Araliya Beach Resort & Spa, Unawatuna. The annual event felicitated 235 authorized partners of Toyota Lanka from across the country who partnering us in distribution of Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and genuine Toyota spare parts.

Dealers who excelled in exceptional performance in sales over the 2021/2022 financial year were recognized and rewarded by Mr. Sachio Yotsukura, the Chairman of Toyota Lanka and Mr. Manohara Atukorala, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Toyota Lanka. This year awards were presented in six categories with cash rewards and the top award won by Auto World (Pvt) Ltd in the Spare Parts and Service category whilst the Runner Up was Samarasinghe Motors, Matara.

Mr. Sachio Yotsukura, the Chairman of Toyota, addressed the gathering, “It’s with pleasure I address you today, marking the 14^th National Dealer convention of Toyota Lanka. This event is certainly one of the most important annual events in the Toyota Calendar. I would like to extend our appreciation and heartfelt gratitude to you, for the continuous and incredible support given to Toyota Lanka over the years, to achieve the excellence in the automobile industry. We owe much of our success to you. To the winners of the B2B Rewards Campaign 2022, I congratulate all of you. We will soon be launching our next campaign for 2023, giving you more chances to win and explore the beauty across the world, together with Toyota.”

Mr. Manohara Atukorala, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Toyota Lanka also addressed the convention, “Regardless of the ever-changing nature of the Automobile Industry, Toyota Lanka has grown steadily over the years. We believe that with your continued support in the future, we can raise the bar even beyond in delivering more than just our products and services, and going the extra mile to cater the best to our customers.”

During the event, apart from the product knowledge, the dealers were given the education on how to use social media for marketing and the importance of using digital marketing for business improvement. Dealers were educated on the benefits of using digital marketing for the targeted audience to reach them in a cost-effective and measurable way and other benefits include increased brand loyalty and driving online sales. Dealers were also educated on the current trends of social media, as staying on top of current trends can assist dealers in connecting with and building relationships with prospective customers in the future.

April 18, 2022

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Toyota Lanka (Private) Limited, the sole authorized dealer of Toyota vehicles and spare parts in Sri Lanka, recently held its 14th Annual Dealer Convention at the Araliya Beach Resort & Spa, Unawatuna. The annual event felicitated 235 authorized partners of Toyota Lanka from across the country who partnering us in distribution of Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and genuine Toyota spare parts.

Dealers who excelled in exceptional performance in sales over the 2021/2022 financial year were recognized and rewarded by Mr. Sachio Yotsukura, the Chairman of Toyota Lanka and Mr. Manohara Atukorala, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Toyota Lanka. This year awards were presented in six categories with cash rewards and the top award won by Auto World (Pvt) Ltd in the Spare Parts and Service category whilst the Runner Up was Samarasinghe Motors, Matara.

Mr. Sachio Yotsukura, the Chairman of Toyota, addressed the gathering, “It’s with pleasure I address you today, marking the 14^th National Dealer convention of Toyota Lanka. This event is certainly one of the most important annual events in the Toyota Calendar. I would like to extend our appreciation and heartfelt gratitude to you, for the continuous and incredible support given to Toyota Lanka over the years, to achieve the excellence in the automobile industry. We owe much of our success to you. To the winners of the B2B Rewards Campaign 2022, I congratulate all of you. We will soon be launching our next campaign for 2023, giving you more chances to win and explore the beauty across the world, together with Toyota.”

Mr. Manohara Atukorala, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Toyota Lanka also addressed the convention, “Regardless of the ever-changing nature of the Automobile Industry, Toyota Lanka has grown steadily over the years. We believe that with your continued support in the future, we can raise the bar even beyond in delivering more than just our products and services, and going the extra mile to cater the best to our customers.”

During the event, apart from the product knowledge, the dealers were given the education on how to use social media for marketing and the importance of using digital marketing for business improvement. Dealers were educated on the benefits of using digital marketing for the targeted audience to reach them in a cost-effective and measurable way and other benefits include increased brand loyalty and driving online sales. Dealers were also educated on the current trends of social media, as staying on top of current trends can assist dealers in connecting with and building relationships with prospective customers in the future.

March 1, 2022

Toyota Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, the exclusive dealer and distributor for Toyota vehicles and spare parts in Sri Lanka, and a fully owned subsidiary of Toyota Tsusho Corporation (TTC), Japan, recently relocated its service facility in the ancient city of Anuradhapura to offer all services under one roof. Expanding its presence in the rapidly booming north-central province of Sri Lanka, the modern new branch was declared open by Toyota Lanka Chairman Sachio Yotsukura. The Managing Director / CEO of Toyota Lanka, Manohara Atukorala together with officials of Toyota Lanka were present at the ceremony.

Toyota Lanka is the only automobile company in Sri Lanka to be 100% owned by its Japanese ‘parent’ company, the Toyota Group. The global backing from Japan makes Toyota Lanka a global corporate entity, contributing to the country, society, corporates, and its customers.

Commenting on the opening, the Chairman of Toyota Lanka Sachio Yotsukura said, “Toyota Lanka has been a trusted name in the vehicle industry in Sri Lanka for decades and we constantly strived to widen our reach to serve our valued clientele in the best and most convenient manner. We firmly believe in being closer and accessible to all our customers. We are pleased to serve our customers at our new location with the same quality and service you have experienced at “Toyota Lanka Head Office at Wattala”

The company first marked its presence in Anuradhapura in the year 2010 with the opening of its spare parts branch followed by the vehicle sales branch which was opened in 2020. Bigger and stronger, the beginning of 2022 marked the opening of the brand-new outlet providing all services under one roof. The modern branch provides services such as the sale of brand-new and used Toyota vehicles with the unmatched Toyota Lanka warranty, as well as after-sales service, and body and paint services.

“The north-central province of Sri Lanka is rapidly developing, especially with a focus on tourism and industries. We at Toyota Lanka have seen great potential in offering our products and services to existing and new customers through the Anuradhapura branch. We are also happy to mention that our customers can save time and money and finally get these products and services from Toyota Lanka in their own city without having to travel to Colombo.” added Manohara Atukorala – the Managing Director / CEO of Toyota Lanka.

The new service facility of Toyota Lanka provides people in the area with new job openings, training opportunities and empowers young people to increase their skills, they also intend to do more CSR and further improve the society in region.

This latest outlet in Anuradhapura is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and developed under Toyota’s international standards to offer the same Japanese experience to Toyota users in the region. The facility is also built under strict environmentally-friendly guidelines and compliances set forth by Toyota with its vision of sustainable business operations. Toyota-trained service engineers and technicians ensure the highest quality of workmanship and service delivery. The body and paint section has particularly been equipped with advanced welding machines, infrared heaters for speedy drying, and painting systems imported specifically to work on Toyota vehicles.

Toyota Lanka has established its presence not just in Colombo but in all major cities across the island, enabling the valued customers convenience in obtaining after-sales services at the closest Toyota Lanka center at Wattala, Maharagama, Ratmalana, Negombo, Hyde Park Corner, Ratnapura, Kandy, Matara, Ampara and Anuradhapura.

For more information, customers can visit the latest outlet at Kandy Road, Matale Junction Anuradhapura, or call on 025 2 226 750.

December 27, 2021

Toyota Lanka and LOLC General Insurance joined hands at the Toyota Lanka headquarters to launch Sri Lanka’s first co-branded insurance package InsureX. The all-new package offers both Toyota Lanka and LOLC General Insurance customers a ZERO owners’ share for vehicles manufactured below 10 years, for automotive collision repairs and restoration with Genuine parts, at Zero cost. Customers can obtain the Toyota InsureX package via a Kiosk established at the Toyota Lanka Headquarters located in Wattala and avail themselves to a host of interesting features.

Commenting at the launch event, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Toyota Lanka, Manohara Atukorala stated, “This all-new insurance package brings together unrivalled expertise and service while conveniently providing all automobile and insurance related solutions under one roof. We look forward to an impactful partnership with LOLC General Insurance and continue offering many superior insurance solutions to our valued clientele.”

Through this package, customers will avail themselves with hassle free and convenient mobility solutions from Toyota Lanka and insurance solutions from LOLC General Insurance with value added features such as critical illness cover, household insurance and special discounts on vehicle services and repairs, tyre purchases and auto detailing.

Kithsiri Gunawardena, Chief Executive Officer of LOLC General Insurance stated, “We are delighted to partner with Toyota Lanka to offer this latest insurance package comprised with many benefits to our valued customers. We look forward to working together with Toyota Lanka, adding greater value to all stakeholders.”

The launch was attended by Sachio Yotsukura, Chairman of Toyota Lanka; Manohara Atukorala, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Toyota Lanka; Yoshihiro Tate, Head of Value Chain and Mobility Solutions; Kithsiri Gunawardena, Chief Executive Officer of LOLC General Insurance; Nadika Opatha, Chief Executive Officer of LOLC Life Assurance; Sanjaya Attanayake, Head of Sales of LOLC General Insurance; Thilina Samararathne, Manager of Business Development at LOLC General Insurance and Priscilla Moses, Manager Partnerships at LOLC General Insurance.

April 7, 2021

No Owners account payment for vehicles below 10 years from year of manufacture!

Revolutionizing the automotive collision repair industry, Toyota Lanka, the brand owners and representatives for TOYOTA and HINO, in Sri Lanka joined forces with LOLC General Insurance – a fully owned subsidiary of the LOLC Group to offer “a total priceless peace of mind” for customers with a hazel-free comprehensive insurance policy.

Signifying this new insurance scheme, an MoU was officially signed between the two parties recently between Manohara Atukorala, MD/CEO of Toyota Lanka and Kithsiri Gunawardana, CEO of LOLC General Insurance in the presence of other officials representing both parties.

Any customer who owns a Toyota Brand New or Reconditioned vehicle below 10 years from the manufacture year are eligible for this offer. This unique insurance cover for Toyota customers, will not require the owners’ contribution when the vehicle is repaired by Toyota Lanka as the full claim will be settled by LOLC on behalf of the policyholders.

Besides this unmatched offer, Toyota Lanka pledges to extend an exclusive free-of-charge services for collusion repairs above Rs. 250,000/= (labour charges). The additional benefits include wheel alignment, wheel balancing, interior cleaning, polishing, head lamp adjusting and vehicle washing which focuses customers’ safety and comfort.

This offers LOLC General Insurance policyholders and Toyota customers’ an expeditious auto restoration in collision repair, convenient and stress-free claim settlements with 100% trusted comprehensive repairs. Furthermore, it saves invaluable time and gives “peace of mind”.

Commenting on the significance of this insurance coverage, Manohara Atukorala, Managing Director/CEO of Toyota Lanka said, “We are happy to partner and collaborate with LOLC General Insurance, one of the fastest growing insurance companies in Sri Lanka to provide this hassle free vehicle repair facility and go-to-market benefits ensuring the customers’ peace of mind and safety. As a customer centric organization, we have looked in ways and means to develop and deliver innovative products and create better value proposition. Our efforts have paid-off with this ground-breaking synergetic partnership with LOLC General Insurance. He further said, “at Toyota Lanka, we are always committed to provide a best-in-class service on par with Toyota Global standards and that has led to win the trust placed on us by our customers.”

Kithsiri Gunawardana, CEO of LOLC General Insurance said, “We are delighted to partner with Toyota Lanka to cater to Toyota customers by taking-off the burden of owners’ account pressure. Now, Toyota vehicle owners no longer require to be worried of collision repair costs when they register with LOLC General Insurance and they can always look forward to the assistance of Toyota’s value-added services of the most trusted excellence. We invite all Toyota vehicle owners to avail these offers by registering for an insurance policy from LOLC General Insurance.”

Toyota Lanka is equipped with the best-in-breed technical engineers and auto professionals with special service tools and service facilities to restore vehicles back to original condition, whilst meeting customers’ expectations on time.

More information of this insurance coverage is available at Toyota Lanka on 0112 939 000 and LOLC General Insurance on 011 500 80 80

March 18, 2021

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka — March 18, 2021 — Seylan Bank PLC, the bank with a heart, will provide leasing benefits for consumers in Sri Lanka to purchase genuine Toyota and Hino vehicles through Toyota Lanka (Private) Limited, the sole authorized distributor for the brands.

The partnership enables eligible customers to purchase a vehicle with flexible repayment schemes, special interest rates, free vehicle registration, warranty of up to six months or 10,000 kilometres, discounted insurance premiums from their preferred insurance partner, and discounts on tires, spare parts, and lubricants.

Seylan Bank is streamlining its leasing services to offer convenient and hassle-free leasing solutions, enabling customers to own a vehicle within a day. With Seylan Leasing, SME’s, Commercial and Transportation segments can now purchase their favourite automobiles with convenient repayment plans. Expanding its services further, the bank is also offering tailor-made leasing packages for salaried employees as the nation slowly but steadily returns to normalcy.

February 6, 2018

Toyota Lanka (Private) Limited, the sole authorized distributor for Toyota vehicles in Sri Lanka today conquered the hill capital with the latest 3S branch opening up in Kandy. The grand opening was graced by Managing Director Shungo Yoshioka, Director/Chief Operating Officer Manohara Athukorala, religious leaders, and government officials, prominent business personnel in the area, TLPL management and well wishers.

Following the cutting of the ceremonial ribbon, several religious observances were also held. Thereafter the first transaction in the vehicles sales, service and spare parts sections were conducted.

Speaking at the opening ceremony Managing Director Shungo Yoshioka said, “At present changes in the automobile industry have accelerated and these changes are becoming both imminent and inevitable. Yet we should always bear in mind, when such changes are accepted and embraced in a positive mindset the very same changes can also bring boundless opportunities for our business growth and its sustainment. Toyota Lanka has always looked at change as a challenge and part of our success story can be attributed to this fact.”

Speaking further he also noted, “In order to reach our valuable customers and to treat them with our beautiful smiles, love and great respect, it is very important for us to be very close to them. The new Kandy facility declared open today provides us with numerous opportunities to fulfill the needs of our life time customers. Just as our new mission says this branch will help us to create delighted life-time customers through the warm hearts of our delighted employees.”

Also speaking on the occasion Director/COO Manohara Athukorala said, “We are indeed proud to be now serving our clients in Kandy and the Central Province. We are now able to reach most parts of the country and that is one of Toyota Lanka’ key tasks. We hope that the new Kandy 3S facility empowered by our well trained professional staff and Toyota certified technicians, will lead us to our valuable customers and to treat them with a guest experience with the newest technology and hospitality which we believe is one of our key aspects.”

The new branch is located at No.115, Matale Road, Ambatenna, Kandy and will provide the full range of services including vehicles sales, after-sales service and spare-parts sales. For more information please contact the Kandy branch on 0812 071 000. Additionally, Toyota owners are invited to contact the Toyota Lanka Kandy branch on the above hotline and reserve your free inspection. Attractive promotional offers are available during the month of January targeting the branch opening.

December 20, 2017

Matara, Monday 4^th December 2017: Toyota Lanka (Private) Limited, the sole authorized distributor for Toyota vehicles in Sri Lanka today declared open its latest branch in Matara, further expanding its island wide network. The opening ceremony took place under the patronage of Toyota Lanka’s Managing Director Shungo Yoshioka and Director/COO ManoharaAthukorala. Religious leaders from all faiths, Management of Toyota Lanka, prominent business personnel from the South and well wishers also attended the event.

Speaking following religious observances MD Shungo Yoshioka said, “The task of Toyota Lanka’s Management is to enrich quality and quantity of Toyota service and Toyota stations island wide. This branch is another stepping stone in our attempt to expand our branch network and reach our customers.I would like to remind everyone of these words of wisdom that “you should not judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds that you plant”. Therefore I strongly believe that TLPL is on the right path of enriching our branch network.Toyota Lanka Matara branch is one big step in our journey of fulfilling this task.”

Toyota Lanka (Private) Limited, a fully owned subsidiary of Toyota Tsusho Corporation (TTC) Japan a group company of Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) Japan,brings foreign investments to the country & provides employment to locals in the area. The Matara Branch will not only be a vehicle sales outletoffering a range of Toyota brand new vehicles available to select, but will also consist of a service Centre fully equipped withthe latest technologies of TMC Japan.Not forgetting the sales ofGenuine Toyota spare parts.

Also speaking at the opening ceremony Director/COO Manohara Athukorala noted, “The Matara Branch was one of our dreams that came true today. We always try to match Global Toyota standards in all our facilities and this branch embodies the DNA of Toyota QDR which enables us to reach most parts of the country.We would like to extend our gratitude to the Matara community and promise to join hands with them in developing this city to greater heights.”

The Matara Branch is located at No. 51, Walgama Road, Matara and can be contacted on 041-2231800. Additionally, Toyota owners are invited to contact the Toyota Lanka Matara branch on the above hotline and reserve your free inspection. Attractive promotional offers are available during the month of December targeting the branch opening.

The below 1000cc car ‘WIGO’ is also available to purchase at Rs. 3,450,000, equipped with all the high grade options and best safety features in the category.

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