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How important is loyalty to you? Are you loyal to a particular brand for soda, coffee, ice cream or anything else? How about the type of car you drive? Kelley Blue Book reports that Toyota was #1 in brand loyalty on its www.kbb.com website for the 4th quarter of 2011, bumping Hyundai, and Lexus was #1 among luxury brands. Toyota last held the top spot in the 3rd quarter of 2010. Toyota’s brand shopping loyalty for the quarter was at 50.6 percent, a 2.7 percentage point jump from the previous quarter. Hyundai was second at 50.2 percent, Ford was third at 47.1 percent, Kia was fourth at 46.5 percent and Honda rounded out the top five at 46.4 percent. Lexus was eighth on the overall list but first among luxury brands, followed by Audi at ninth and Mercedes Benz at eleventh. “Toyota has done a laudable job overcoming these issues, introducing programs such as ‘Toyota Care,’ while getting its supply back online. The redesign of its flagship, the 2012 Toyota Camry, also helped drive interest to the brand and retain owners.” Click Here to read more in USA Today!

Are you undecided about whether you should lease or buy when it comes to your new car? Toyota has come up with an excellent website where you can compare the benefits of buying versus leasing. Click here to read more. In addition, The Philadelphia Inquirer wrote a good article about the benefits of Leasing. Click here to read the full article. Let us know what you did when you got a new car. Did you lease or buy? We want to hear from you.

The internet is full of great offers on car products and accessories. Your dealer knows this. Sites like Tire Rack, for example, specialize in tires, rims and wheel sets, and working with your dealer, they'll make sure your car gets tires that will keep it running safely and efficiently. Tire Rack will ship them to the dealership, where they'll be installed quickly and safely, right the first time. So by all means, hunt online for deals -- but talk to your dealer before buying, to ensure you get the best products and a painless, professional installation.

Are you looking for a more compact and affordable Hybrid? Do you live in the city? Do you like saving on gas? Toyota has the all new Prius c and it is coming soon! Here are a few highlights: • Highest rated city fuel economy of any vehicle without a plug • Introduces proven hybrid powertrain at MSRP below $19,000 • Wide array of available convenience and premium technology Click here for the full story on the new Prius c coming in March, 2012.

Have you been waiting to see a new Sports Car from Toyota? Well, wait no longer! The Scion FR-S is on its way. 86 lucky people will get the opportunity to be among the first to own the Scion FR-S. The selected 86 owners will take delivery of their car before it goes on-sale to the general public. Starting Jan. 12th at Noon EST, FR-S enthusiasts will have 8 hours and 6 minutes to submit their request at: www.ScionFirst86.com. What do you think about the all new Scion FR-S? Learn more about the Scion FR-S at www.ScionFirst86.com.

On behalf of Max Paul's Ardmore Toyota & Central City Toyota we would like to welcome home the troops who were deployed overseas! As tens of thousands of troops return from overseas deployments, Toyota and Toyota Financial Services (TFS), and Lexus and Lexus Financial Services (LFS) are offering special APRs and rebates to qualified military personnel and inactive reserves through participating dealers. Click Here for the full story! Click Here to take advantage of our Special Military Programs at Max Paul's Ardmore Toyota! Click Here for the specifics on the Toyota Financial Website.

You've probably seen car dealership coupons in the newspaper. But even if your favorite dealer doesn't print them, they still might be offering deals. Always ask if there's a sale happening, or whether your dealer is prepared to honor a competitor's coupon. Dealers want your loyalty, so they'll usually be willing to work with you. Use the savings to buy your new car a pair of fuzzy dice!

Have you had the opportunity to see the all-new 2012 Toyota Camry yet? Consumer Reports has made a big announcement today and named the Toyota Camry Hybrid Top Sedan! Click here to read more! When Toyota updated their top-selling midsized sedan for 2012, they addressed what needed to be improved without messing with the Camry’s recipe for success. Click Here to watch the Official Consumer Reports review on the 2012 Toyota Camry. Click Here to read the story on Fox News. Click here to see what Consumer Reports wrote about the New Camry.

What are you doing for New Year's Eve?  Max Paul's Ardmore Toyota & Central City Toyota wish a Happy & Healthy New Year to you! We will be open with our normal business hours today, December 31st and Monday, January 2nd. Enjoy the New Year!

Maybe you want tinted windows because you're sensitive to sunlight. Or maybe you just think they look cool. (They do!) Your dealer will not only help you get them, they'll help you do it right. Each state has its own window tinting law, and your dealer not only knows exactly what's allowed in your area, they'll send you to an approved contractor who's guaranteed to do the job right. Just drop off your car ar the dealership and let them do the rest!

Do you know someone who is involved with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America? We have some great news from our partners at Toyota Financial Services. Toyota Financial Services (TFS), as part of its Making Life Easier for YOUth initiative, has partnered with two auto re-marketing firms, ADESA ( www.adesa.com) and Norwalk Auto Auctions ( www.norwalkautoauction.com), to provide a surprise holiday don

The team at www.NakedPhilly.com has written a nice article about the Construction that is taking place at Central City Toyota. NakedPhilly.com is a great site to stay informed about University City and other parts of the city that are undergoing development. We recommend you take a look at their website. See what they said about Central City Toyota by Clicking Here!