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Marion Toyota makes donation to the Hands of Hope Clinic

Marion Toyota, once again this year, is proud to make a donation to the Hands of Hope Clinic in Marion, Illinois. The clinic provides health care to eligible individuals in need of medical treatment.  The clinic was co founded in 1999 by Dr. Jack Keller and Sarah Bethel (RN). If you would like more information on how you can donate please contact them at:  Hands of Hope Family Clinic, 808 West Prairie Marion, IL  62959…
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Marion Toyota Launches New App

 
Marion Toyota is excited to announce the launch of their new free mobile APP for Android, iPhone, and Blackberry. The application can be used to book service appointments online, browse our new and used car inventory (including photos), click to call phone numbers for all dealership departments, check local gas prices, and much more.  Experience it now by going to the Play Store for Android, Blackberry World for Blackberry, and The App Store for Apple…
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Toyota and BMW Annouce Partnership

Big news from Toyota this week in regard to a long term collaboration on technology.  Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) and Bavarian Motor Works Group (BMW) have announced that they have signed an agreement to work together on jointly developing a Fuel Cell System, Future Sports Vehicle, and Lightweight Technology for Body Vehicles.  In addition – they will work on research of future lithium –air – batteries.
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Toyota Matrix Could be Axed Next Year


Japanese automaker Toyota will release several new redesigns next year, including the Toyota Corolla and Toyota Tundra, as well as revising its Toyota Avalon, Toyota RAV4, and Toyota Highlander. One vehicle that may not be renewed for the United States, however, is the Toyota Matrix.


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Toyota Details Environment Commitment


On Tuesday, Toyota released its 2012 North American Environmental Report which documents the company's commitment and respect for the planet and the environment.  Toyota is the most efficient full-line manufacturer with "zero-waste" plants.

Several items were highlighted in the report:

        Toyota has the most fuel-efficient fleet of any full-line auto manufacturer in the United States, and Prius accounts for half of all hybrids on the road in North America. In 2012, the Prius c and Prius Plug-in Hybrid joined the family.

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Toyota Camry and Honda CR-V Named Top Redesigned Vehicles in 2012


The Toyota Camry and the Honda CR-V were named the top redesigned cars of 2012 by the editors at Cars.com.  "The Camry drew huge appeal from car shoppers and scored big among top-selling models," said Kelsey May, industry analyst at Cars.com.

Cars.com sited a number of factors including sales, to determine which redesigns were the most successful.

For full results of Cars.com's 2012 Redesign Index, visit the Cars.com auto…
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Poplular Science Honors Toyota Rav4 EV

Popular Science has named the Toyota Rav4 EV, "The Best of What's New" in the automotive category for its 2012 Best of What's New Awards.  The all-electric sports utility vehicle accelerates better than many conventional SUV's and can go over 100 miles per hour top track speed according to Popular Science Editors.  Popular Science was also able to achieve higher MPG's than the EPA mileage estimates.

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Toyota Unveils New 2013 Rav4 Earlier Today

Toyota unveiled an all-new 2013 RAV4 crossover sport utility vehicle today at the Los Angeles International Auto Show.  The SUV features a fuel-efficient four-cylinder engine, new six-speed transmission, two-row seating for five and a host of available in-cabin technologies.

Sophisticated and dynamic, the new RAV4 exterior features a progressive silhouette with a sleek sloping roofline and an aggressive character line.  The interior has soft touch accents and driver-centric controls.

Available in three well-equipped grades (LE…
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