Abdullah Abdulghani & Bros. Co., (AAB) distributors for Toyota vehicles in the state of Qatar participated in the Qatar Sustainability Week as part of their commitment and support to achieve the nation’s sustainable development goals. On the occasion of Qatar Sustainability Week, AAB organized a Toyota Hybrid Electric Vehicles Test Drive event for journalists, media & influencers in addition to planting of Trees.

To address global environmental issues such as climate change, water shortages, resource depletion and loss of biodiversity, TOYOTA is promoting measures based on these challenges, aiming to reduce the negative environmental impacts of manufacturing, and driving vehicles as close to zero as possible and to make net positive impacts on society.

Toyota Qatar’s Hybrid Electric Vehicle media drive was a response to the call for “Affordable and Clean Energy” under the UN Sustainable Goal # 7. An awareness session on Hybrid Electric Vehicles technology was made to the attendees to emphasize on the need to find ways to make vehicles that are friendly to the environment and reduce dependence on oil-based fuels. The Hybrid Electric Vehicles are one of the core technologies for achieving these goals, combining different energy sources in a single powertrain to obtain outstanding fuel efficiency with significantly lower emissions.

To support the UN Sustainable Goal # 13 i.e., Climate Action, the Media team also took the opportunity to enrich the environment in Qatar through planting trees at AAB employee accommodation at Street 45, Industrial Area. Planting trees can increase the resilience of ecosystems, help minimize climate change effects, and buy people and governments time to adapt to changing conditions. Apart from contributing to reduce carbon emissions, this sustainable campaign supports the overall objective of creating a green environment and helping to make Qatar a big garden. AAB’s tree planning initiative was in partnership with the Public Parks Department, Ministry of Municipality who provided the tree seedlings.

Journalists & Media representatives were welcomed upon their arrival at the Lexus Sakura Lounge by AAB management.  A short presentation on the day’s plan including the objective of event were explained. This was followed by a presentation on the Hybrid Electric Vehicles Technology and Toyota Motor Corporation’s commitment towards sustainability. The driving experience started from Toyota Showroom, Al Abdulghani Tower and headed towards Industrial Area Street#45 for planting of trees.

At the Sealine Resort, journalist spoke about their experience of driving Toyota’s Hybrid Electric Vehicles which included two sources of power (electric motor & gasoline engine), Quietness, Smooth Acceleration, Fuel Economy etc.

Toyota offers the largest number of 6 Hybrid Electric Vehicles line-up in Qatar. The driving event included the driving of all the range of Hybrid Electric Vehicles such as Highlander, RAV 4, C-HR, Corolla Cross, Camry and Corolla.

Toyota Highlander HEV:

The Highlander combines all the familiar Toyota SUV attributes of comfort, drivability, and safety with low emissions, greater fuel efficiency, Intelligent All-Wheel Drive (AWD), space on demand, and an impressive 1,500 kg towing capacity. The Highlander’s thrilling drive personality is brought to life by a new electrified hybrid system that combines two power sources. The vehicle’s 2.5-liter Atkinson-cycle petrol engine is coming with a  combined power of 240 hp, they are capable of delivering a maximum torque figure of 231 nm.

Toyota RAV 4 HEV:

RAV 4 Hybrid, a thrilling drive personality imbued by two powertrain options. A 2.5-liter four-cylinder Dynamic Force engine with D-4S fuel injection system, which produces 204 hp and 243 nm of torque, ‎is mated to a new eight-speed Direct-Shift automatic transmission (8AT), resulting in a quicker and smoother acceleration.

Toyota CHR HEV: 

The C-HR Hybrid-Electric Vehicle (HEV), reflects Toyota’s long-standing drive for sustainability. The company has harnessed the power of innovation to emerge as a leader in the development of environmentally friendly automotive technologies. Offering the lowest fuel consumption value in its category at 23.9 km/L, the class-leading C-HR enables customers to contribute to a greener future while enjoying the increased driving satisfaction provided by its advanced technologies.

Corolla Cross HEV:

The Corolla Cross has been designed as a new type of SUV that combines a tough urban-style exterior with a comfortable and convenient interior to exceed customer expectations. The TNGA platform (GA-C) has enabled the Corolla Cross to achieve high-quality performance, a comfortable ride, and outstanding quietness. In addition to its exceptional comfort, the Corolla Cross provides a spacious cabin, effortless entry and exit, class-leading luggage space suitable for all scenarios, and tried and tested safety equipment inherited from the Corolla series. 

Toyota Camry HEV: 

The Hybrid Camry can be driven entirely by either electrical power with zero-fuel consumption and carbon emissions, or with a combination of a petrol engine and electric motors depending on the vehicle speed and customer’s driving behavior. The batteries in the hybrid electric drivetrain are automatically charged by either the petrol engine or when braking and decelerating. Combining two power sources consisting of a petrol engine and electric motors, the hybrid electric drivetrain on Toyota Camry HEV produces 176 HP and 118 HP and delivers 22.5 kg-m and 20.6 kg-m of torque, respectively. The combined power of the two power sources (petrol engine and electric motors) is 215 hp.

Toyota Corolla HEV:

Exemplifying Toyota’s continuous commitment to providing environmentally friendly vehicles is the addition of a hybrid electric model, which combines two power sources consisting of a petrol engine and electric motors. The class-leading model offers the lowest fuel consumption value in its category at 27.6km/L. Corolla HEV is equipped with a 4 cylinder, 1.8 liter engine with a combined power of 121 HP