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Vehicle Performance Management Group
The Vehicle Performance Management Group controls the vehicle's overall performance from the early concept stage until the start of production including: concept performance planning, vehicle ergonomics, target setting, evaluation management, prototype parts procurement, supplier liaison, problem solving and technical launch preparations. This group is involved in new vehicle development and coordinating with all cross-divisional teams to achieve target performance in terms of profitability, reliability marketability and timeliness.
“Our responsibility is to translate customer requirements into vehicle targets.”
General Manager, Vehicle Performance Management, Toyota Motor Europe
Total Vehicle Assessment
This team is responsible for testing vehicles Europe-wide in order to determine if the vehicle performance follows the original set targets.
Ergonomics
This team ensures that European customers feel comfortable and convenient in Toyota and Lexus cars by evaluating factors such as seating position, luggage requirements, and ease-of-operation of the various car functions.
Prototype
This team is responsible for procuring prototype parts from suppliers Europe-wide by providing design information, order issuance, supplier follow-up, logistics and final part quality check. The team is also responsible for rapid prototyping, prototype assembly and vehicle disassembly.