First Toyota Employees Mark Beginning Of New Era For Plano
It was just over three years ago that Toyota announced it was moving to Texas. On Monday, the first employees will move into their new headquarters.
Watch CBS News
It was just over three years ago that Toyota announced it was moving to Texas. On Monday, the first employees will move into their new headquarters.
Ford, Nissan, General Motors and Toyota all reported U.S. sales declines in April, strong signs that demand for cars, trucks and SUVs is starting to slow after seven straight years of growth.
The line stretched around the corner. Once doors opened customers packed inside looking for a taste of authenticity.
Some of America's most popular cars and trucks are made in Mexico, for now. Many Americans have benefited from Mexico's emergence as a production hub. Low-cost production keeps sticker prices lower.
Toyota has relinquished the title of the world's biggest automaker, reporting Monday that it sold 10.175 million vehicles worldwide in 2016, fewer than Volkswagen's 10.31 million.
Toyota said that it is recalling about 79,000 pickup trucks because steps in the rear bumpers could break. The recall covers Tundra pickup trucks from the 2016 and 2017 model years.
Donald Trump tweeted Thursday that if Toyota goes ahead with plans to build the compact Corolla in a new factory in Mexico instead of the United States, it faces a "big border tax" when it ships the cars north.
Demand may be slowing, but U.S. consumers still bought a whole lot of cars and trucks in 2016. U.S. sales of new vehicles — which set a record of 17.47 million in 2015 — could hit a new high in 2016.
Toyota will reveal a new version of America's top-selling car next month. The company gave few details about the revamped Toyota Camry. The vehicle was last redesigned for the 2013 model year.
Toyota Motor Corp. is recalling 834,000 Toyota Sienna minivans in North America because the sliding doors could open while the vehicle is moving.
DFW is second only to New York City when it comes to having the most new construction projects.
Toyota will pay up to $3.4 billion to settle a class action lawsuit brought by U.S. pickup truck and SUV owners whose vehicles lacked adequate rust protection.
Toyota has changed the landscape near the interchange of the Sam Rayburn and Dallas North Tollways in the last few months, from 100 acres of empty land into its massive new headquarters.
Toyota's North American CEO announced he expects about 70% of his current employees to make the move to Texas. That leaves a lot of open positions that need to be filled.
Police in Rowlett are asking for the public's help to fins a missing 30-year-old man.
New rankings from the insurance industry show that the Audi Q7, Lexus RX and Toyota Prius have the easiest-to-use anchors for child seats.
Toyota Motor Corp. is recalling 337,000 vehicles for a third time. The recall involves the Toyota RAV4 SUV from the 2006-2011 model years and the Lexus HS250h sedan from the 2010 model year.
U.S. auto sales may be slowing, but they're still expected to set a record in the first six months of this year. Sales through June were expected to be up 2 percent over last year.
Toyota is recalling 1.43 million vehicles for defective air bags and another 2.87 million vehicles for faulty fuel-emissions controls.
A top engineer at Toyota said that the Japanese automaker plans to get as bullish as its rivals in pushing plug-in hybrids, which switch between a gas engine and an electric motor, with the introduction of its new Prius Prime.
Eight automakers are recalling more than 12 million vehicles in the U.S. to replace Takata air bag inflators that can explode with too much force.
Toyota is investing in Uber, making it the latest car company to put money in a ride-hailing app.
Toyota is recalling 60,000 Avalon and Camry sedans in North America because their front passenger air bags may not deploy in a crash. The recall involves vehicles from the 2016 model year.
There are many people in Collin County who can't drive but still need to get around. Now with a million dollar grant from Toyota, some of the people in the fastest growing part of North Texas can still get an affordable ride where they need to go.
Toyota is forming a new data science company in partnership with Microsoft that is designed to free customers "from the tyranny of technology." Toyota Connected has a goal of simplifying technology so that it is easier to use.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, has forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
The top two executives at digital marketing company Good Good Golf are leaving after a controversial ad was panned as sexist.
Norah O'Donnell is returning as co-host of "CBS Mornings" alongside Gayle King and Nate Burleson.
The state paused funding for the tool over privacy concerns and reported misuse by law enforcement.
The man suspected of killing two people and injuring six others in a mass shooting at a downtown Minneapolis apartment complex Wednesday was facing eviction after a string of incidents including assault and allegedly showing a gun to apartment management, according to court documents.
The top two executives at digital marketing company Good Good Golf are leaving after a controversial ad was panned as sexist.
Norah O'Donnell is returning as co-host of "CBS Mornings" alongside Gayle King and Nate Burleson.
The state paused funding for the tool over privacy concerns and reported misuse by law enforcement.
The wildfire, which has torn through Palo Pinto and Jack counties, has forced evacuations, closed roads and disrupted schools.
The man suspected of killing two people and injuring six others in a mass shooting at a downtown Minneapolis apartment complex Wednesday was facing eviction after a string of incidents including assault and allegedly showing a gun to apartment management, according to court documents.
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
Critics of LifeWise say its business model puts too much of the burden on local communities.
Under SB 1049, school districts must allow students to leave campus during the school day for religious instruction.
SB 1049 compels school districts to allow students to leave campus for religious instruction during the school day.
"Maybe this is one of those times that we just need to be loud and make people hear us that they're not being treated fairly," she said.
A federal judge has temporarily blocked a Trump executive order that would prevent certain people from automatically becoming U.S. citizens at birth.
The Pentagon will begin requiring male service members ages 30 and older to get screened for testosterone deficiency, after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth called for the change over the summer.
James Talarico's Senate campaign is accusing Ken Paxton and his campaign treasurer of "illegally spending" $1 million that was routed to a Paxton-aligned super PAC.
The Trump administration is withholding approval from Texas for about $9.8 billion in the next year.
Technology company SPAN wants to build thousands of tiny data centers and spread them across the country.
Target, which embarked on a turnaround plan under its new CEO earlier this year, reported an increase in first-quarter sales Wednesday.
During the program's first year, it will be offered at about 65 to 75 hospitals that handle about a quarter of births in the state and largely serve low-income patients, Newsom's office said.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
This explosion is among several similar incidents across North Texas that raise questions about why hazardous natural gas leaks keep happening
Zoox, owned by Amazon, produces its own autonomous vehicles that it says are built for passengers, not drivers.
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
Dallas County health officials said the possible exposure happened during the 2025-26 school year, and that testing is recommended for returning students in grades 10-12.
Casting for Recovery was started by two women, a professional angler and a reconstructive breast surgeon, who recognized the healing powers of fly fishing.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
After a 2024 merger with Cedar Flags the combined company moved its headquarters to North Carolina.
The project would include a new Dallas Stars arena, along with restaurants, shops and public spaces.
It's an annual Dallas tradition, but this year those pink Cadillacs are parking in Fort Worth.
A fairly new entertainment and food venue in Allen surprised a lot of people last week by suddenly shutting down.
The future of AI technology manufacturing has landed in North Texas.
Milton backed up Prescott in 2025, his second year in the league after the Cowboys acquired him in a trade with New England.
Tiger Woods has pled no contest to a charge of reckless driving months after pleading not guilty to two misdemeanor charges.
Team USA begins its pursuit of a fifth consecutive World Cup title against China on Friday, Sept. 4, in Berlin in the first of three games in group play.
The longtime Dallas Cowboys quarterback and CBS Sports football analyst said he came to rely on alcohol to get off pain medications after multiple back surgeries.
The game was nationally televised, and video shared on social media of the incident has been viewed millions of times.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
The international airport in Nashville, Tennessee, would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal by Tennessee's governor.
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
The Red Bull Flugtag Airshow returned to Las Colinas on Saturday after a 12-year hiatus. Teams are tasked with constructing a flying machine and putting it to the test. It's estimated that around 25,000 people attended the event.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit babies at Texas Health locations across North Texas celebrated Valentine's Day.
As Anthony Davis prepared for his debut game at the AAC, Dallas Mavericks fans took to the arena to protest the controversial trade.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
