What's happened
Toyota group company investigated for cheating on engine testing as chairman vows to ensure quality
Why it matters
The investigation into engine testing cheating at a Toyota group company is significant as it raises concerns about the quality and integrity of the company's products, impacting consumer trust and the automotive industry as a whole.
What the papers say
The Independent reports on Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda's vow to steer the company out of scandal and ensure the automaker sticks to making good cars. AP News highlights the apology from Toyota chief Koji Sato for flawed testing at a group company and the company's history of similar problems in recent years.
How we got here
The investigation comes after a series of similar problems in recent years, including testing irregularities at Toyota Industries Corp. and Daihatsu Motor Corp., both part of the Toyota group.
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