The Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games captivated the world.
Toyota’s athletes numbered 179 across both Games, racking up a total of 90 medals (36 gold, 24 silver, 30 bronze).
In the leadup to Paris, Chairman Akio Toyoda spoke to the competitors—both as an athlete (Morizo) and as the team’s watchful guardian—telling them to “Go and win!”
The athletes responded with outstanding efforts. Meanwhile, Toyota faced a momentous decision before the Games.
The agreement that Toyota signed in 2015 to become a worldwide partner of the International Olympic Committee and the International Paralympic Committee ends in 2024. On episode five of Voice-Only Toyota Times, Akio discusses his reasons for not extending the partnership.
With his strong passion for sports, Akio is committed to the ideal of putting people and athletes first.
In September, at the national dealer meeting that brought together dealership representatives from around the United States, Chairman Toyoda announced new support for Toyota’s athletes.
He concluded with “How about another round of applause for Team Toyota!” On the podcast, host Yuta Tomikawa shares snippets from the speech and delves deeper into the details.
To the athletes who hate losing: “Go and win”
Tomikawa
Hello Toyota Times listeners, I’m Yuta Tomikawa. This is episode five of Voice-Only Toyota Times News. Chairman Akio Toyoda is joining me for another unscripted chat. Welcome Akio.
Toyoda
Hello everyone.
Tomikawa
Thank you for being here. Let’s get straight into it, starting with the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, which recently drew to a close.
To recap, Japanese athletes won a total of 45 Olympic medals—20 gold, 12 silver, and 13 bronze. This was the country’s highest total and the most golds at an overseas Olympic Games.
Meanwhile, the Paralympians brought home 14 gold, 10 silver, and 17 bronze, surpassing the gold medal haul from Tokyo and securing a total of 41 medals. Amid all that excitement, at Toyota we were also following another group: our Toyota athletes from around the world.
Toyota currently supports 277 athletes worldwide, of which 179 competed in Paris. Those numbers alone are impressive.
Toyoda
That’s true. Makes you wonder where we would rank as a country.
Tomikawa
The results were also outstanding, with 36 gold, 24 silver, and 30 bronze for a total of 90 medals across the Olympics and Paralympics. In simple terms, our Toyota athletes won more medals overall than Japan.
These numbers alone show how much the Toyota athletes added to the Olympic and Paralympic excitement in Paris, but beyond the medal count, we also enjoyed watching the showdowns between Global Team Toyota Athletes.
Akio, you are something of a guardian for our Toyota athletes, aren’t you?
Toyoda
We call them GTTA, right?
Tomikawa
Global Team Toyota Athletes.
Toyoda
Since my time as president, I’ve been urging us to become a “best-in-town” company.
And these best-in-town athletes each have their local communities cheering them on.
GTTA compete in a huge range of events, not only the mainstream or popular sports. They have won many medals in Tokyo and at these Games, so that is what stands out.
But even though, like a parent on sports day, I tell them to go out there and win, it’s not about getting onto the awards podium.
More than that, I’m watching the process and the effort that leads there. When it comes to winning medals, luck also plays a part.
I think all our GTTA are putting in the effort, and I want to help them make the most of that hard work. Ability may be limited, but you can always put in more effort. Our number one goal is for people to get behind these athletes.
The media is always inclined to talk about medal tallies, but that’s certainly not my expectation of the GTTA.
At the same time, athletes hate to lose. That’s why, when they compete, I tell them, “Go and win.”
If you take that out of context, it seems like I’m only praising those who win medals, but in fact, the opposite is true. I hope that listeners will understand and endorse that and get behind our athletes.
Tomikawa
Coming from someone who likewise hates to lose, those are inspiring words.
Toyoda
When speaking to athletes, less is more.
I think support is best offered in the most straightforward language possible. That’s why I ended up going with “Go and win.”
Tomikawa
I see. You are an athlete yourself, and having been on the national (hockey) team, I’m sure you understand their position.
Toyoda
In my case, there was no awards podium, and it’s not a mainstream sport. In that sense, I think it was a minor pursuit.
Even so, that doesn’t mean you aren’t working hard because you are. So, as the GTTA guardian, I want to be fair in supporting all athletes, no matter how minor or major the sport.
Tomikawa
As we’ll hear later on, the athletes keenly understand how you feel, and I think that’s why they respond the way they do. Let’s look forward to hearing about it.
Announcement of continued support for Toyota athletes worldwide
Tomikawa
Toyota initially signed on as a worldwide partner of the IOC (International Olympic Committee) in 2015. These partnerships are limited to one company per industry, and Toyota was selected when the IOC set up a mobility category.
The agreement spanned ten years, from 2015 through to Paris 2024.
Toyota recently held its U.S. national dealer meeting, which is, to put it simply, a chance to thank the dealers who sell our cars. At the event, you made the following statement.
We’ll play a recording of the actual speech, but since it is in English, I will briefly explain the details afterward. Please listen.
Toyoda
What matters most is not sales records but the opportunity to help make people’s lives better, to help them achieve their dreams.
This is the main reason we became the mobility sponsor of the Olympics & Paralympics in 2018.
As well as the sponsor of over 250 Olympic and Paralympic athletes around the world.
Now, as you may know, we have decided not to renew our sponsorship with the IOC after Paris.
Because honestly, I am not sure they are truly focused on putting people first.
For me, the Olympics should simply be about watching athletes from all walks of life with all types of challenges achieve their impossible.
Tomikawa
The speech then featured a video. You always emphasize working “for someone other than ourselves,” and this Olympic and Paralympic sponsorship and the support for over 250 athletes truly embraced that idea of making life easier for others and contributing to someone else’s dream.
However, in the speech, you also mentioned that Toyota has decided not to renew the Olympic and Paralympic sponsor agreement.
Instead of listening to the entire speech again, I would like to ask you: what prompted the decision?
Toyoda
It’s difficult to sum up in a few words, but even before we became an Olympic sponsor, I always wondered how they could choose just a single company in the mobility sector.
What I mean is that the auto industry is the backbone of many countries. In Paris, you have the likes of Stellantis and Renault or Hyundai and Kia in South Korea. China also has many companies.
Given the broad industry’s base, one might dare say that the auto industry is the nation.
I wondered whether Toyota was capable of doing that worldwide for the Olympic and Paralympic Games, but when we shared our vision, the IOC was eager to work together on building and supporting the future, so we decided to try.
Tomikawa
The IOC’s President Bach said that we share the same commitment to sustainable growth.
Toyoda
However, in some respects, we sensed a gap between that starting point and the everyday reality.
In the lead-up to Tokyo, on each occasion, we had to talk with carmakers in the host countries, and then only Tokyo turned out as it did. Above all, in recent years, many Olympic and Paralympic Games have been held in Asia, and we have found the timing questionable, both in terms of season and daily schedules.
As everyone is aware, the previous Tokyo Games all those decades ago began on October 10, which became Sports Day.
Those beautiful autumn days offer perfect conditions for a sporting event. Then, this time, it was like, “August, really?” With finals in the middle of the night?
Tomikawa
Timed to suit the U.S., where many sponsors are based.
Toyoda
And since Tokyo was held without spectators, I tried to cheer on the GTTA via Toyota Times, like a parent cheering on his kids at a school sports day event.
After all, for athletes from other countries, coming to Japan meant competing away from home. But since this is where Toyota is from, I wanted to make the GTTA feel at home and to support each athlete. When I asked to do that on Toyota Times, we weren’t able to.
Tomikawa
At first, we couldn’t.
Toyoda
I met with Mr. Bach to negotiate in person at least three times.
I told him that I just wanted to cheer on my family when they competed. I wanted them to feel that they were at home, even if they represented other countries. And I wanted all the local people who support them to see the GTTA in action. Eventually, we received permission.
That allowed us to explain the rules of less mainstream sports on Toyota Times.
Yet, as I said in my speech, I always wondered if they were focused on putting people or athletes first. That’s what it comes down to.
It became more politically tinged, and I constantly questioned whether this was best for the athletes. That’s why we chose to stop after Paris, as originally agreed.
Tomikawa
I see. You wrapped everything up in your speech by saying, “For me, the Olympics should simply be about watching athletes from all walks of life with all types of challenges achieve their impossible.”
Toyoda
Yes, I believe that.
Tomikawa
But there was actually more to the speech we heard earlier. You invited the American Toyota athletes up on stage and revealed a certain piece of news for the first time.
To their great surprise, you announced that Toyota will continue supporting its athletes worldwide.
Let’s listen to the words that Akio shared with these athletes:
Toyoda
Unfortunately, since Toyota will no longer be a sponsor of the Olympics going forward, this also means we can no longer officially sponsor our Olympic and Paralympic Team Toyota athletes.
However, I have a special surprise for you today. Are you ready?
I have decided that Toyota will continue to provide the same financial support to you and all our Team Toyota athletes around the world for as long as you remain active Olympians and Paralympians.
How does that sound? In addition, we will also provide financial support to the International Paralympic Committee through our Toyota Mobility Foundation to help increase opportunities for para-athletes both on and off the field and assist in the development of new technology and equipment to support their efforts.
So, on behalf of all of us here, thank you for your partnership, and we look forward to cheering you on in the future!
How about another round of applause for Team Toyota?
Akio’s commitment to ‘People First’
Tomikawa
It was a very moving speech.
Toyoda
It’s nice to see it from this side (of the camera).
Tomikawa
Different from being up on stage?
Toyoda
On stage, I could only see the athletes.
Tomikawa
Aside from the athletes, the assembled dealers were also moved to tears…
Toyoda
I agonized over where, when, and how to convey our decision to end the partnership. It had been finalized before the Paralympics in Paris.
Tomikawa
The agreement was for ten years.
Toyoda
But I worried how breaking such news during the Olympic and Paralympic Games would affect the athletes.
Tomikawa
It would no doubt add anxiety.
Toyoda
But I didn’t think it was good to remain silent for long, either.
Originally, I hadn’t planned on attending the dealer meeting. I didn’t go last year either—that’s more of a president’s duty.
But I have always supported our athletes. Amy Purdy (American para-snowboarder, actress, and model) and others asked if I could speak in person, so despite all the difficulties, we managed to make it work, and I was able to go.
In the end, watching this now, I think I was able to send the right message to the right people at the right time.
Tomikawa
To sum it up, you explained that Toyota athletes worldwide will continue to receive support, including off-the-field assistance in developing equipment for para-athletes.
To say it was “emotional” doesn’t begin to describe the tearful mood.
Toyoda
I think there was an initial disappointment, and then the message that things would continue hit home.
You need to tell the facts as they are, but it really tormented me after we made the decision.
On top of that, the head of Toyota in America is Jack Hollis, a former major leaguer.
Having been a ballplayer himself, I’m sure his feelings overlap more closely with the athletes.
I received some messages of extreme disappointment, and I really agonized over what I could do. This was the result.
It’s not a matter of cost by any means.
I wanted to figure out the best way to ensure we were putting people first. After listening to the views and opinions of many different people, I feel that we ultimately managed to find a good way out.
Tomikawa
You explained the decision to sustain support, but given that Toyota will not continue its Olympic and Paralympic sponsorship agreement, could you provide specific details of what that will entail?
Toyoda
Olympic and Paralympic support comes under the sponsorship agreement. In terms of marketing, for example, we will no longer use the Olympic logo, and we will no longer provide vehicles for the Games.
However, our support for athletes goes beyond just the Olympic period—we help them every day of the four years in between.
That’s quite a difficult task. Being a best-in-town company, many people have athletes that they want to support.
Financial support is also essential for them to keep doing what they have been doing.
Of course, they have been providing hands-on support, but even that requires financial support. I began by explaining that such assistance would remain the same, and I think that reassured everyone more than anything.
Tomikawa
In your speech, you also mentioned a support scheme through the Toyota Mobility Foundation. This is something the TMF is already doing, isn’t it?
Toyoda
Paralympians, in particular, are superhuman. For them, competing is a collaborative effort between the individual and their equipment.
We are a monozukuri company. That means we can provide equipment support. We do what we can, but when something proves too difficult for Toyota to handle, the foundation offers a way to engage many different people.
Since I am also chairman at TMF, I made the proposal not as a substitute for Toyota but to ensure sustainability.
Our equipment development and other activities have also been done through the Mobility Foundation.
We have assisted people who make prosthetic legs and given medals to those who provide regular support at the Special Olympics. I think these are worthwhile efforts.
They will be an ongoing part of the Mobility Foundation’s activities. As a result, I think we can continue to provide support in a way that puts people and athletes first.
Tomikawa
And you will continue to play the guardian role?
Toyoda
That’s right.
Tomikawa
Akio, thank you for today.
Toyoda
Thank you.
Source: https://toyotatimes.jp/
At CFAO Mobility Zambia, nothing brings us more joy than seeing our satisfied customers return, time and time again. It’s a testament to the trust they place in us, and we are committed to continuously earning that trust by offering exceptional products and services that cater to their needs.
One of our valued clients recently chose the Toyota Belta, praising its ample space, outstanding comfort, and fuel efficiency. With a 1.5-litre engine and a fuel tank capacity of 43 litres, the Belta delivers an impressive balance between power and economy. The customer particularly appreciated the built-in anti-theft alarm and immobilizer, key safety features for a company car.
The Belta’s practical 5-seater design, complete with four bottle holders, was highlighted as a perfect fit for their team, making it a reliable choice for running errands around town. “It’s a great spec for us,” the customer remarked, reinforcing the Belta’s reputation as a versatile and dependable vehicle.
CFAO Mobility extends its heartfelt thanks to our loyal customers for choosing us. We wish them many more happy and safe rides on their journeys ahead.
What a good way to start a new month.
The weekend began with positive news at Automark, Toyota’s Nangwenya Branch in Lusaka, as Nchanga Rangers Football Club received a pre-owned Toyota MarkX for their Head Coach, Robert Tembo. The handover ceremony, which took place on 28th September 2024, saw Club President Shapi Shachinda officially present the vehicle on behalf of the club’s Executive Committee (ExCo).
In this purchase, Nchanga Rangers entrusted Automark Zambia with their vehicle needs, marking a new level of confidence in the Automark brand. The Toyota MarkX, complete with a six-month warranty and after-sales service, will enhance Coach Tembo’s mobility, enabling him to fulfill his official duties with greater efficiency.
During the handover, Mr. Shachinda emphasized the club’s commitment to providing its staff with the tools required for optimal performance. He noted that the purchase of the Toyota MarkX aligns with the Executive Committee’s vision of boosting operational efficiency and driving excellence within the team.
Lennon Shinde, Sales Consultant at Automark Zambia, expressed his appreciation for Nchanga Rangers’ decision to choose Automark. “We are honored that Nchanga Rangers selected Automark Zambia for this important purchase. We extend our best wishes to Coach Robert Tembo for safe and successful journeys in his new Toyota MarkX.”
On behalf of Automark Zambia and CFAO Mobility, management also extends their best wishes to Coach Tembo for safe and efficient drives ahead.
This handover highlights the reliability and excellence of Automark Zambia’s services, and we are proud to support Nchanga Rangers in enhancing their operational capabilities.
We just wrapped up an exciting handover ceremony at the Toyota Cairo Branch, officially kicking off our sponsorship of the King of the Drag Race, taking place tomorrow, 28th September 2024! As a proud sponsor, we’re committed to ensuring a thrilling and successful event. Here’s what we’re contributing:
Two Scrutineering Bays
Our Toyota Nangwenya workshop is ready with two scrutineering bays to ensure driver and vehicle safety before hitting the track!
One Recovery Truck
In case of any breakdowns, our recovery truck is on standby to keep things running smoothly throughout the race.
Six Branded Gazebos
We’re providing six 3m x 3m gazebos at key locations, including the ticketing office, start line, flying finish, and end control, to give essential coverage for race officials and attendees.
One Pole Moroccan Tent for the Steward’s Office
A stylish Moroccan tent is set up as a dedicated space for race stewards to manage and oversee the event.
Two Pole Moroccan Tents for Competitors and Fans
We’ve set up two additional Moroccan tents for competitors and fans, ensuring everyone can relax and enjoy the race in comfort.
Fuel Cards for Winners
We’re excited to award fuel cards valued at K20,000 to the winners, helping them refuel and continue their journey with ease.
Toyota Gazoo Racing Jackets
As a special prize, winners will receive three exclusive Toyota Gazoo Racing jackets—an iconic token of recognition for their outstanding performance on the track!
We can’t wait to see Zambia’s best racing talent battle it out! Good luck to all competitors—may the best racer be crowned the next King of the Drag Race!
TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team travels to Rally Chile for round 11 of the 2024 FIA World Rally Championship on September 26-29, targeting a strong result on South American roads as it continues the championship fight.
Following a demanding Acropolis Rally Greece earlier this month where its performance went unrewarded, the team is highly motivated to bounce back. It has assembled a strong driver line-up to fight for victory in Chile, with Kalle Rovanperä, Elfyn Evans and Sébastien Ogier all present and nominated to compete for manufacturers’ points.
World champions Rovanperä and Ogier have both won three rallies this year, tallies they were unlucky not to add to on their most recent starts in Finland and Greece respectively, and Evans is similarly eager to return to top form following an unfortunate couple of events.
TGR-WRT also welcomes rising star Sami Pajari back for a second outing in the GR YARIS Rally1 HYBRID in Chile following his impressive debut at Rally Finland, where he finished fourth overall and recorded his maiden stage win. As part of the team’s commitment to develop young talent on different roads around the world, the main objective is for Pajari to expand his experience at the highest level on Chile’s varied gravel roads.
Chile returned to the WRC calendar last year, four years after its 2019 debut, with a rally based in Concepción around 500 kilometres to the south of capital city, Santiago. The gravel roads in the forests of the surrounding Biobío region combine technical and faster sections with a mix of smooth and abrasive surfaces.
After shakedown and a ceremonial start in Concepción on Thursday, the rally will begin on Friday with a familiar loop of three stages to the south-east to be repeated following mid-day service. The rest of the rally’s stages take place across the Biobío River to the south, overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Saturday is the longest day with 139.2 competitive kilometres across another two loops of three stages, and includes sections not driven previously – as does Sunday when two stages will be driven twice without mid-day service.
Following wins on gravel on four of the last six events, the GR Yaris Rally2 will take part in a WRC2 round outside of Europe for the first time. Spanish driver Jan Solans, a winner in the category in Portugal in May, makes the trip to Chile together with the Teo Martín Motorsport team.
Kalle Rovanperä (Driver car 69)
“We’re going to try and do everything we can to help the team fight back in Chile. The roads there are fast and flowing like in Finland but the characteristics of the gravel and the road base is really different, so managing the tyre wear is the biggest thing, I would say. It was not the easiest event for us last year, but we had the speed at least and together with the team we have tried to learn from that so that we can have a clean weekend and be fighting for the podium places. We had really good pace in the last rallies that we did during the summer in Europe and hopefully we can have a good comfortable feeling from the start of the rally.”
Kalle Rovanperä / Jonne Halttunen
Elfyn Evans (Driver car 33)
“I really enjoy driving the roads in Chile and I’m looking forward to the event. There’s a bit of a mix in character from day to day: the first is a bit more technical with crests, quite similar to Finland in a way, and then the second is a bit more wide and open, even a little like Wales. It was quite a strong event for us last year in terms of pace at least. We just underestimated how abrasive it would be in the dry conditions, which cost us a chance to challenge for victory, so we need to keep that in mind depending on how the weather is when we get there. After a difficult couple of events for various reasons, we’re definitely looking for a more positive outcome at the end of the weekend.”
Elfyn Evans / Scott Martin
Sébastien Ogier (Driver car 17)
“Our challenge in Greece didn’t end in the way we were hoping and the gaps in both championships moved in the wrong direction, but we won’t give up and we’ll keep giving our best in these last three rounds of the season because things can still turn around. I didn’t go to Chile last year, but my memories from 2019 are of a nice event with stages that are enjoyable to drive, as well as a good atmosphere like we often have when we go to South America. So I’m happy to go back there. There will be a mix of some sections I know and some that will be new for me, but I’m never afraid of that challenge. Recently our pace has been pretty strong and we’ve been scoring higher than our rivals on average, and I hope we can carry that on.”
Sébastien Ogier / Vincent Landais
Sami Pajari (Driver car 5)
“I’m really excited to get back in the Rally1 car in Chile. I hope it can be a really enjoyable event for me. I competed in Chile for the first time last year in WRC2 and the pace was quite good. The roads there are nice and a bit similar to some of the stages in Finland: mostly quite fast and flowing, with of course some specific challenges as well. I’m hoping I can have a similar weekend like in Finland – try to enjoy the driving and get better with every kilometre – and not feel any pressure in terms of the result. The main thing is just to get more experience in this car and all the seat time that I can.”
Map Rally Chile Bio Bío 2024
CFAO Mobility has long been committed to making a positive impact on communities across Zambia. From building schools in villages and supporting differently-abled individuals to sponsoring medical equipment like incubators and empowering the less privileged through sports; our dedication to corporate social responsibility (CSR) has been unwavering.
CFAO Mobility is honored to contribute to Zambia’s efforts to build a clean, green, and healthy environment, aligning with the country’s celebrations of its 60th Independence anniversary this year. Recognizing the importance of sustainability, we have launched a focused initiative aimed at improving waste management through proper collection and disposal.
In support of Lusaka’s waste management efforts, CFAO Mobility has introduced branded waste bins in key areas such as Cairo Road, the roundabouts near our Toyota Cairo branch, and along the Great North Road towards our Multibrand offices. These bins are strategically positioned in high-traffic locations, making it convenient for residents and visitors to dispose of waste responsibly. This initiative not only complements the city’s cleaning programs but also encourages a shift towards better waste management practices.
At CFAO Mobility, sustainability is embedded in our core values, and we are committed to creating a lasting positive impact on Zambia’s environment. Our new waste management effort is part of a broader vision to foster environmental responsibility within the community, reducing litter and enhancing Lusaka’s cleanliness. It has been encouraging to witness the public actively using the waste bins, a clear sign of growing awareness and commitment to preserving our surroundings.
In addition to our efforts in the capital, we are planning to extend this initiative to other towns where CFAO Mobility operates. By expanding our reach, we aim to bring the benefits of this campaign to more communities, further reinforcing our commitment to environmental stewardship across Zambia. We believe that by promoting sustainable practices, we can inspire others to take up the cause, creating a wider impact throughout the nation.
CFAO Mobility’s vision for a cleaner Zambia is built on the belief that small, meaningful actions can lead to transformative change. As we join the mission to protect and sustain our environment, we reaffirm our dedication to building a healthier future for all.
Stay engaged with us as we continue rolling out this and other CSR initiatives, each contributing to the well-being of the communities we proudly serve.
On behalf of Toyota by CFAO, we extend our deepest condolences to the Ticklay family on the passing of Azim Ticklay, a true legend in motor rally and a great friend to Toyota Zambia. Azim shared an extraordinary relationship with our team, one built on years of mutual respect, admiration, and a shared passion for motorsport. He was a trusted partner and a cherished member of our extended Toyota family.
Azim will forever be remembered as the driving force behind Ticklay Motorsport, a fearless adventurer who turned every race into a spectacle with his iconic Toyota Land Cruiser. He didn’t just race; he redefined what it meant to compete, showing us all that a Land Cruiser — a vehicle built for rugged terrain and endurance, could also become a champion on the track. He often declared, “The Land Cruiser is built for Africa,” and in the motor rally world of Zambia, he was nothing short of a hero. We couldn’t agree more, as Toyota.
Though he is no longer with us, his memory will forever be etched into the Land Cruiser legacy and the history of motorsport. His spirit, energy, and relentless passion for life continue to inspire us all.
Go well, Mr. Azim Ticklay. You showed us the impossible, and for that, we will always be grateful.
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Zambia’s biggest Motor Show took place from the 6th to 8th of September 2024 at the Lusaka Polo Club, Showgrounds, celebrating its 14th edition with great success. This prestigious event has become a driving force in the country’s economic landscape, providing a vital platform for industry leaders to showcase their latest offerings and innovations.
We are thrilled to announce that CFAO Mobility once again participated as one of the sponsors, proudly displaying an impressive range of vehicles. Under our Toyota division, we showcased the all-new Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, the legendary Hilux, the RAV4 Hybrid Electric Vehicle, and the sporty Corolla Cross GR. From our Automark division, we presented popular models such as the Mark X, Axio, and C-HR Hybrid. Our efforts were rewarded as we won the award for second-best in the Automotive category.
The event was graced by several dignitaries, including the Minister of Justice, Hon. Princess Kasune, M.P, and the guest of honor, Hon. Elvis Nkandu, MP, Minister of Youth, Sport, and Arts. In his speech, Hon. Nkandu emphasized that the motor show is all about celebrating creativity, innovation, and excellence. He commended CFAO Mobility for its commitment to these values, especially highlighting our focus on sustainability and environmental responsibility.
The guest of honor was particularly impressed by CFAO Mobility’s green initiatives, noting our dedication to environmental preservation through the introduction of Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs). “CFAO Mobility is leading the charge towards a greener future,” he remarked. “Their lineup of HEVs offers innovative solutions to reduce fuel emissions, a critical step in safeguarding our environment for the long term.”
Hon. Nkandu also expressed his admiration for the all-new Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, which made a striking impression at the show. “I was truly wowed by the new Land Cruiser Prado, a vehicle that stands out with its boldness and luxury,” he said. “Built with distinctive features that exude confidence and sophistication, it exemplifies the spirit of innovation that this event celebrates.”
At CFAO Mobility, our commitment to these shows goes beyond generating leads; it’s about embracing the latest automotive trends and showcasing our dedication to innovation, quality, and sustainability. We look forward to participating in many more events, continuing to drive progress and excitement in Zambia’s motor industry