Ready for more proof that Toyota is looking to change the world for the better? As if the Toyota Prius wasn't proof enough, Toyota recently launched the 'Ideas for Good' campaign. In this campaign, Toyota asked their fans to think of how they would put any one of five Toyota technologies to good use outside of the automotive industry. The choices for technologies were Total Human Model for Safety (T.H.U.M.B…
Marion Toyota Makes it Clear: There will be no Delay in the Toyota Prius v's launch
Let's face it: no one likes rumors. From their mysterious origins, to the way they spread, to the negative impact they tend to have, rumors have little to no redeeming qualities. And, of course, nothing is nicer than seeing a rumor put to rest. Case and point: Toyota's latest press release, which put to rest a nasty rumor that the Prius v had been delayed.
There is little doubt that this had to…
Toyota Develops Wireless Electric Car Charger
People like the idea of electric vehicles (EVs) because they're clean; they require zero petrol; and as automaker's work to prove their cool, they offer a fresh, futuristic look. There is, however, one thing about EVs that many people aren't crazy about. That is the continuous inconvenience of charging their power cells.
But, drivers interested in EVs might soon cross that off their con list. For, in hoping to eliminate the frustrations…
Three's a Charm For Toyota
Think you're interested in a Toyota, but don't know for sure? Maybe this will help you make up your mind. Three Toyota models have recently been earned awards from Consumer Reports magazine. The ever-popular Prius hybrid was named "Top Green Car", for the eighth consecutive year. The RAV4 earned the title of "Best Value Small SUV". And, the Sienna minivan received the distinction of "Best Family Hauler". Plus, Toyota leads all automakers with…
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Toyota's 2011 3-Door Yaris Gains Popularity
With a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine rated at 106 horsepower with an output of 104 lb-ft @ 4,200 rpm and a curb weight of only 2,355 lbs, the all new Toyota Yaris 3-Door is becoming more popular then its 4-door counterpart. And to boot, the third door opens up to a surprisingly large cargo section.
So, how much miles per gallon does a sporty little car like this receive? The Fuel Economy EPA average…
Consumer Demand Rises for 2011 Prius
"Consideration of the 50-mpg Toyota Prius among its online shoppers is up more than 30% since the beginning of the year, rising almost in parallel with gasoline," Edmunds.com said recently, in a prepared statement. "That's triple the 11% increase in consideration of all hybrids and of all small cars in general."
But what about…
"Best Passenger Car Value for 2011" Goes to Toyota
So, if you're in the market for a reliable car you can trust to go the distant and hold its value along the way, you might just want to consider Toyota. The award-winning automaker has just scored another accolade for the team: Best Passenger Car Value for 2011. The award was recently presented to Toyota by Vincentric, a firm that focuses on measuring value in the automotive industry.
To win Vincentric's industry-acclaimed distinction…