Toyota's Troubles Could Be Accelerating

Mon, 02/22/2010 - 18:43 EDT - Seeking Alpha

Wall Street Strategies submits:By David SilverThe Toyota (TM) saga continues this week as President Akio Toyoda is set to testify before Congress about what he knew and when, regarding the latest recalls. Over the past year, the Company has recalled more than 8.5 million vehicles for defects ranging from floor mats to brakes to accelerators that stick. The Company is also mulling a recall of Corollas after complaints about the vehicles' steering began to surface.Complete Story »

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