16th Jan 2006 07:06
NXT PLC16 January 2006 Latest generation Toyota Estima fitted with NXT-equipped roof liner NXT plc, a provider of unique sound solutions, best known for its flat panelloudspeaker technology, today confirms that the new Estima minivan from Toyota,one of the world's largest auto manufacturers, will feature an NXT-equipped roofliner sound system when it goes on sale in Japan from today. The announcementfollows the December 2005 statement that Toyota will introduce a similarNXT-based system in its North American FJ Cruiser sports utility vehicle fromMarch 2006. A new generation of stylish and luxurious vehicle, the Estima is Toyota's latestminivan and is equipped with many innovative features, focused around aluxurious cabin designed to offer passengers maximum comfort levels andclass-leading entertainment options during journeys. Available with a choice ofengines - 2.4 litre or 3.5 litre - the vehicle's refined, contemporary stylingis designed to evoke the identity of the Estima in a sophisticated 'one-motion'form. The clean, open interior is accented by a high-tech-looking central panel andthe Estima is equipped with 'club-style' second-row seats (complete withbuilt-in footrests) and power foldaway third-row seats enabling the completetransformation of the interior in seconds - luxury MPV to spacious minivan atthe touch of a button. The Estima's impressive entertainment system is designed to increase theperformance level of music and films on the move and incorporates a full-lengthNXT-enabled roof liner to dramatically enhance the sound. The direct-drive NXTloudspeaker system delivers a truly immersive sound field to envelope passengersin high quality, rich audio. Depending on model specification, two separatesound systems are available, both built around the NXT-equipped roof liner - 1) Estima Panoramic Super Live Sound System; 11 loudspeakers (four NXT speakers(roof liner), one centre channel and six conventional speakers), DSP for highquality sound even in the rear seats, HDD navigation system with sound library 2) Estima Panoramic Live Sound System - eight speakers (two NXT speakers (roofliner), plus six conventional speakers), HDD navigation system with soundlibrary NXT Chief Commercial Officer, Graham Ryan, commented, "Toyota's use of NXT roofliner loudspeaker systems in the new Estima and the recently announced FJCruiser underlines its commitment to enhancing the in-vehicle experience fordrivers and passengers through the use of advanced technology. The Estima'sNXT-based loudspeaker system delivers an impressive audio performance and we aredelighted to see our technology being employed to such good effect." Priced from Y2,667,000 the Toyota Estima goes on sale in Japan from today. ENDS For further information, please contact:James BullenCommunications DepartmentNXT plc (New Transducers Ltd)t: +44 (0) 7720 555 726 About NXT NXT's commitment to inventiveness in sound and touch has enabled it to delivernew technologies to its partners that can today be found in audio systems, TVs,PCs and laptops, mobile phones, PA systems, cars, aircraft and in publicbuildings and facilities around the world. With its unique portfolio ofpatented technologies and unparalleled expertise in the field of bending wavephysics, NXT can help its partners invent, create and market innovative soundsolutions that offer sustainable differentiation. NXT is fully listed on the London Stock Exchange (symbol NTX) and has operationsin Hong Kong, Japan, Korea and the USA as well as a Technology Centre inHuntingdon, UK. Further information is available from www.nxtsound.com About Toyota Motor Corporation Toyota Motor Corporation is one of the world's leading automanufacturers,offering a full range of models, from minivehicles to large trucks. Global salesof its Toyota and Lexus brands, combined with those of Daihatsu and Hino, 4.01million units from January 1, 2005 to June 30, 2005*. Besides its own 12 plantsand a number of manufacturing subsidiaries and affiliates in Japan, Toyota has51 manufacturing companies in 26 countries and regions, which produce Lexus- andToyota-brand vehicles and components. As of March 2005, Toyota employsapproximately 265,800 people worldwide (on a consolidated basis), and marketsvehicles in more than 170 countries. Toyota's automotive business, includingsales finance, accounts for more than 90% of the company's total sales, whichcame to a consolidated Y18.55 trillion in the fiscal year to March 2005. Itsdiversified operations include telecommunications and prefabricated housing. * Total retail unit sales of Toyota/Lexus, Daihatsu and Hino vehicles This information is provided by RNS The company news service from the London Stock ExchangeRelated Shares:
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