Accidents on the road are the inevitable occurrences that most drivers are aware of. In the Philippines alone, the World Health Organization (WHO) recorded a total of 10,624 road traffic accident deaths in 2018. From that number, there were roughly 30 deaths due to road accidents per day.
Toyota is aware of the mishaps that happen on the road on the daily basis. That is why the Japanese carmaker is collaborating with the University of Michigan Biomedical and Clinical Information Lab to develop algorithms that could detect heart anomalies of drivers while driving.
This could greatly reduce road accidents caused by heart episodes
“As Toyota works toward achieving mobility for all, in-vehicle cardiac monitoring systems could play an important role in reducing the risk of traffic accidents,” said Pujitha Gunaratne, principal scientist at the Toyota Collaborative Safety Research Center.
The goal of the research is to develop in-vehicle cardiac monitoring systems. With this, accidents due to heart episodes/problems can be greatly reduced.
Heart episodes can happen anytime even while driving. In fact, one in every four deaths in the United States is caused by heart disease. This fact simply states that heart problems are among the contributing factors of road accidents in the US.
The in-vehicle cardiac monitoring system would be a good addition to all Toyota vehicles
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As of this writing, Toyota is currently in the last phase of its 3-year research. The Japanese automaker added that the results it has been getting are really promising. To further advance its research, Toyota said that it will be having discussions with other organizations on a potential collaboration to gather and analyze more data.
“We plan to execute another study, which will build on our current research that explores ways of collecting data from drivers through non-wearable devices. This could include installing sensors in various parts of a vehicle, including those that respond to touch or even non-contact monitoring,” said Pujitha Gunaratne when asked what is Toyota’s next step for the research.
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Know more about Toyota Corolla Cross 2024
The 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross is a hybrid-powered five-seater crossover. For the Philippine market, it has three variants - the G, mid-spec V, and the top-spec GR-S. These are offered with a price ranging from Php 1,498,000 to Php 1,917,000.
Size-wise, the Corolla Cross HEV is 4,460mm long, 1,825mm wide, and 1,620mm in height. The R-S trim is slightly shorter in length at 4,455mm. All trims have a wheelbase length spanning 2,640mm.
Propelling all variants of the Corolla Cross HEV is a 1.8-liter engine paired with an electric motor. Together, this system can output 121 horsepower and 142 NM of torque. Power is sent to its front wheels via a continuously variable transmission.
Locally, the Corolla Cross HEV competes against the Geely Azkarra, Ford Territory, Chery Tiggo 7 Pro, and Mazda CX-30, among others.
Toyota Corolla Cross Launch
The refreshed Toyota Corolla Cross HEV was launched in the Philippines on April 12, 2024. It entered the local market with three variants, all of which are hybrids. At launch, its price ranges from ₱1.498 - 1.917 Million.
Toyota Corolla Cross Exterior
On the outside, the updated Corolla Cross HEV’s V and G trims get a new front end which reflects its status as a hybrid model. It gets a slicker grille, a pair of sharp LED headlamps with new LED daytime running lamps, as well as LED front fog lamps.
Other exterior features found on the Corolla Cross HEV include rain-sensing wipers, power-folding side mirrors, LED taillights, as well as LED rear fog lamps.
The top-spec GR-S trim also has those features, but it boasts a sportier look thanks to a different grille and unique front and rear bumpers. The GR-S also gets smoked LED lamps, a panoramic sunroof, and roof rails. Standard on both the GR-S and the V is a power tailgate with a kick sensor.
Toyota Corolla Cross Interior
Inside, the 2024 Corolla Cross HEV can comfortably seat up to five occupants. Plus, it has room to spare for cargo.
UP front, it gets a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a push-to-start button, an electronic parking brake with auto-hold, and a leather center armrest. Depending on the trim, it also features a power-adjustable driver’s seat, a digital meter cluster, as well as an electrochromic rear-view mirror.
The rear cabin of this Toyota crossover meanwhile, gets rear USB charging ports, and a folding center armrest. The rear seat also has a 60:40 split-fold functionality.
Keeping everyone inside the Corolla Cross HEV cool is a dual-zone automatic climate control system. Higher-spec trims like the GR-S and the V also get leather upholstery.
Technology & Safety Features
For the driver, the top-spec GR-S provides a 12.3-inch fully digital gauge cluster, while the mid-spec V has a seven-inch TFT instrument display. The entry-level G meanwhile, gets a smaller 4.2-inch TFT instrument display.
On-board entertainment for this Toyota model is handled by a 10-inch touchscreen for all trims. This infotainment system provides wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto. It is then linked to a six-piece speaker system.
Powering up one’s smartphone is done easily on the Corolla Cross HEV thanks to a wireless charging pad. Plus, it gets type A and type C front USB ports on top of the two type C ports positioned for the rear cabin.
Safety on the 2024 Corolla Cross HEV is provided by a total of seven airbags, anti-lock braking, stability control, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, a rear-view (or 360-degree) camera, and parking sensors, among others.
Those aforementioned features are reinforced by the Toyota Safety Sense advanced driver assist suite. These include dynamic radar cruise control, lane departure warning, lane trace assist, automatic high beams, and a pre-collision system.
Platform & Chassis
The 2024 Corolla Cross HEV uses a McPherson strut front suspension and a torsion beam rear suspension. Stopping power meanwhile, is provided by disc brakes for all four wheels.
Toyota Corolla Cross Engine & Drivetrain
Propelling all three 2024 Corolla Cross HEV variants is a 1.8-liter gasoline engine paired with an electric motor. In total, this hybrid system can output 121 hp and 142 Nm of torque. Power is sent to its front wheels through a CVT.
To optimize its power and efficiency, the updated Corolla Cross features a drive mode selector. Its available modes include Eco, Power, and electric vehicle (EV) modes.
Available color options for the 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross HEV include Emotional Red 2 or Platinum White Pearl Mice combined with an Attitude Black Mica top. These two are only available for the GR-S.
The V and G trims meanwhile, may come in Platinum White Pearl Mica, Celestite Gray Metallic, or Metal Stream Metallic.
The 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross HEV one-ups most of its rivals by having an entirely hybrid-powered trim lineup. It isn’t the most powerful in its class mind you, but this might go a long way in terms of fuel efficiency.
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Toyota Corolla Cross Q&A
1. What engine will the Toyota Corolla 2024 use?
The Toyota Corolla 2024 will have 2 Dynamic Force engine options: a 1.5-liter and a 2.0-liter.
2. How many seater is a Toyota Cross?
Corolla Cross 2023 has 5 seats.
3. How much does Corolla Cross 2024 in the Philippines cost?
The price of the Toyota Corolla Cross 2023 ranges from ₱1.498 - 1.917 Million, depending on the variant.
4. What will the Toyota Corolla 2024 make different?
The Toyota Corolla 2024 will have safety feature improvements, which are front junction support and Proactive Driving Assist.
5. Is the 2024 Corolla cross a hybrid?
Yes, it is but not quite right. Because the new crossover is giving users 2 engine options with different experiences including: The G variant is equipped with a 1.8-liter gasoline engine that delivers 138 hp and 172 Nm of torque. The V Hybrid and the GR-S variant are powered by a 1.8-liter gasoline hybrid engine that generates a maximum power output of 120 hp and 142 Nm of torque.
₱ 1,498,000 - ₱ 1,917,000
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