The Ultimate Proof that Green Cars are on the Right Track

When even bears are excited to get their hands on the Toyota Prius, you know that the green car segment is really taking off. At least, that is what one family recently found out a their Lake Tahoe cabin home, and we here at Marion Toyota think that there is no better critic of the recent move for more eco-friendly cars than mother nature!

Basically, what happened was that the McCarthy awoke one night to…

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Toyota Sets a Price for the Redesigned 2012 Tacoma

We're inching in close to the 2012 Toyota Tacoma's launch, and everyone here at Marion Toyota is quite excited. Previously we informed you about the upcoming changes that the best-selling pickup truck would be receiving, and now we've encountered another bit of interesting new about the updated Tacoma: its price.

More specifically, as it turns out the cost for receiving those nice new features in the 2012 Toyota Tacoma won't really…

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Toyota Means Safety More than Ever

Don't ever let anyone tell you that Toyota doesn't take safety seriously. They're on the offensive, developing and testing new safety features everyday for use in their lineup. Among the features that are most discussed on Toyota's development table right now are light-blocking technology aimed at shielding drivers from the blindingly bright high beam lights of oncoming traffic; a heart-attack-sensing steering wheel; and a pop-up hood designed to significantly reduce the…

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Toyota Redesigned the Tacoma for an October Launch

Toyota is doing everything that they can to please truck drivers across the country. The latest step in their ongoing effort involves redesigning their best-selling pickup truck, the Toyota Tacoma. Marion Toyota expects to see the overhauled compact pickup truck this fall, which is why we thought we'd share a few details on what to expect.

Toyota's interest in redesigning the Tacoma stems from their continued investment in the compact pickup truck segment…

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Toyota Tops Consumer Satisfaction Index

Toyota's namesake division, their luxury Lexus line, and GM's luxury brand Cadillac topped the American Customer Satisfaction Index's annual ranking of automakers.
Toyota was the only non-premium brand in the top five, tying Cadillac and Lexus with 87 on a scale of 100, followed by Ford's Lincoln and Daimler's Mercedes-Benz with 86. BMW was No. 11, receiving an...
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Toyota Doesn't Stand Pat with Tacoma

While the Toyota Tacoma's success in the compact pickup market over the last several years is undeniable, it's always nice to see engineers who can't be satisfied. In that vein, Toyota has announced a redesign of the Tacoma for the 2012 model year. The Tacoma's redesign will include a new look interior and exterior but retain the current engine and frame.

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Next-Gen Toyota Camry Due Out in Fall 2011

We must admit that news of new Toyota models has been a little scarce lately, but as the Japanese automaker comes closer to returning to full production levels, we should see more details popping up. We here at Marion Toyota have been eager to hear what Toyota would be wowing us with next, and now we have the inside scoop just for you!

As you may have read previously, Toyota's production schedule really has…

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Toyota Introduces a Performance Based Accessory Package for the Prius

While we won't go as far as to say that the Prius is embarrassing to drive (what's embarrassing about AMAZING fuel-economy?), we will admit that it doesn't exactly scream performance either. And, we know that to some that spells deal breaker. But, we here at Marion Toyota empathize with those who crave an edgy aesthetic AND leading-edge gas mileage, as do the people at our favorite Japanese automaker. That is why they…

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Finally! Toyota Brings us Details on the Prius v!

It seems like ages since Toyota announced that they would be expanding the Prius from being just one model to a lineup of fuel efficient vehicles. Among others, one of the most anticipated models in the upcoming Prius lineup has got to be the Prius v. However, after that announcement Toyota left us high and dry for details. Until now that is.

While it is only fitting that the 2012 Toyota Prius v seats five…

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Are You Ready for a Social Networking Experience With Your Car?

Toyota is working to launch a new social networking sight in conjunction with Microsoft and the San Francisco-based Salesforce.com called "Toyota Friend." What sets Toyota's social networking site apart from the seemingly millions that are popping up everywhere you look is that instead of befriending people, on this site you befriend you car. Okay, it may seem a little creepy at first, but hear us out on this one.

The social networking site…

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