With respect to sticking accelerator pedals, we failed to connect the dots between problems in Europe and problems in the United States because the European situation related primarily to right-hand-drive vehicles. Toyota will increase its outreach to government agencies charged with protecting the safety of motorists and passengers.

I am at the top of Toyota and drive cars myself. I was also born with this name.

I myself, as well as Toyota, am not perfect. I, more than anyone, wish for our customers' cars to be safe.

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