Toyota celebrated the 25 millionth vehicle manufactured in North America today at a ceremony at its Georgetown, Ky., plant coinciding with the start of production for the all-new 2013 Avalon. The milestone vehicle – a Classic Silver Hybrid Avalon – represents 26 years of manufacturing, a direct investment of nearly $24 billion in North American operations and 365,000 jobs created in the United States.
Speaking at a line-off ceremony in Georgetown today, Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky President Wil James said, “This is a pivotal time in Toyota’s history. What better way to cap off 26 years of manufacturing excellence than with the all-new Kentucky-assembled Avalon, a shining example of what our customers have to look forward to in the future.”
The 2013 Toyota Venza has received the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) highest rating for frontal, side and rollover crash tests. Venza received five stars after NHTSA tested both the front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive models. Also called the New Car Assessment Program, NHTSA created the 5-Star Safety Ratings System to provide consumers with information about its evaluation of the crash protection and rollover safety of new vehicles.
Scion, Toyota and Lexus Sweep All Top Spots in Consumer Reports Annual Reliability Study
The Detroit Free Press is reporting Toyota’s three brands – Scion, Toyota and Lexus – swept the three top spots in Consumer Reports’ annual reliability survey, which analyzes subscribers’ experiences with 1.2 million new vehicles to predict future reliability. Of the 27 models in the brand’s lineup, 16 earned the highest rating. The subcompact Toyota Prius C received the top score overall. “We are basically just taking data that the consumers and subscribers are providing to us,” said Jake Fisher of Consumer Reports Magazine.
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2013 Scion FR-S vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman S
Reasons to not buy a sports car get eliminated one by one in the FR-S. Everybody seems to fit in the manfully bolstered bucket seats, and the rear seatback folds to extend cargo space.
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A Toyota Tundra half-ton pickup truck without any special modifications successfully towed the 150,000 pound space shuttle Endeavour across a bridge spanning the nation’s busiest freeway on Friday night, Oct. 12. The tow was a result of a 20-year partnership between Toyota and the California Science Center to raise awareness of the space program and continue public education through exhibits and events. The Tundra was piloted by longtime Toyota professional driver Matt McBride. Riding along was Garrett Reisman, one of the astronauts aboard the orbiter when it traveled to the International Space Station in 2008.
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The Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia and Toyota Expand Buckle Up for Life to Philadelphia
Responding to disproportionate risks that African American and Hispanic children face in motor vehicle-related crashes, The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), Toyota and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center announced on October 12th, 2012 that they are bringing the groundbreaking national safety education program Buckle Up for Life to Philadelphia for the first time. The program represents a partnership between two of U.S. News’ top-three children’s hospitals and one of the world’s largest automakers to improve the safety of some of the most vulnerable children on the road. To view a video about the program, please click here
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Visit Ardmore Toyota this Saturday October 13th from 10am-12pm & meet Rhea Hughes & the 94.1 WIP Tailgate Team. You could Win a Pair of Tickets to this Sunday’s Eagles Game!
The WIP Tailgate team will be here and you can win a pair of tickets to the Eagles Vs. Detroit Lions Football Game this Sunday October 14th at the Linc, or win tickets for the Temple vs. Rutgers Football game, Saturday October 20th, the the Linc.
The WIP Tailgate team will have hats, cozies, mini footballs and water bottles for all guests who visit. In addition, there will be an XBox competition with NFL Madden in the showroom for guests to play.
Don’t miss this wonderful event. It will be followed by a BBQ lunch with Hamburgers, Hotdogs, Pretzels & more.
Plus, check out some of the new Toyota models that are available with some great model year end Clearance savings for you to take advantage of.
This Saturday October 13th, from 10am-12pm at the Ardmore Toyota Showroom.
Max Paul’s Ardmore Toyota is a proud member of the local community. Over the years, Ardmore Toyota has supported Lower Merion Township and many other important aspects of the local community. Lower Merion Township does a great deal of travel throughout the day and Ardmore Toyota has donated a Toyota Prius Hybrid to the Township to help keep fuel costs lower and to help with the environment. On Friday October 5th, 2012, Brad Paul, Owner of Ardmore Toyota met with Bob Duncan of Lower Merion Township to present the keys to the new 2012 Toyota Prius to Bob and Lower Merion Township.
Max Paul Central City Toyota sponsors the Walnut Hill Community Association Fall Festival on October 13th
Max Paul’s Central City Toyota has had a wonderful relationship with the University City & West Philadelphia community throughout the years. Part of the community includes Walnut Hill. On October 13th, 2012, the Walnut Hill Community Association is hosting their annual Fall Festival at 52nd & Pine (Malcolm X Park) from 11am – 5pm. There will be live entertainment, free giveaways, face painting, free food, raffles and more! This family fun event is for free. For more information, call 215-472-1381.
Central City Toyota is proud to be part of this wonderful event and will be on hand throughout the day to support our neighbors in the Walnut Hill Community.
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