A few words from Team Founder, Akio Toyoda
“Kalle, Jonne, congratulations! Elfyn, Takamoto, Seb, thank you for making the wonderful result! Aaron, congratulations on your first podium!
TGR’s first ever 1-2-3-4 finish was achieved thanks to our crews who brought the cars back safely on such tough roads in Kenya. This event reminded us how important it is to drive through the rally without trouble. Not only the crews, but I also appreciate the team’s support behind it.
Not staying disappointed by the result in Sardinia, the team did a great job to prepare for Kenya in a short space of time. I heard some parts were even completed only after arriving in Kenya. Mechanics and engineers kept discussing between services and did not stop making improvements for the rough surfaces. I’m proud that the team is implementing ever-better car making through the rallies taking place on real roads.
Kalle went wide and his car got damaged on the first day. Many were worried but his mechanics were very confident with a smile and they managed to fix it back in 15 minutes. Of course, Kalle’s driving is amazing to win the rally from this position, but the mechanics’ skills and confidence are great as well.
I’m most pleased to feel that this wonderful achievement is the result of the team’s strength that we have built up over the years. We cannot forget that the fans’ support is also helping the team a lot. I appreciate your continuous support for the second half of the 2022 season.
P.S. Thank you to those from Toyota Kenya who came to cheer for the team. Thanks to your warm welcome and support, we were able to enjoy this rally as another home event!”