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The Japanese car company Toyota is known for being one of the largest car companies in the world. Although here in North America, they’re stereotyped as being boring, family friendly cars. Toyota made a huge splash by bringing the Prius Hybrid vehicle to the consumer market. The Prius has quickly become an instantly recognizable vehicle that reached celebrity status. Toyota now has a few Hybrids available, and seem to be leading the way for alternate, green fuel.
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2013 Toyota 4Runner Remains Mostly Unchanged
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The Toyota 4Runner has been available for 28 years and changes in 2013 model will be minimal .
Toyota Tundra to Tow Space Shuttle Endeavour to California Science Center
As the space shuttle Endeavour nears its final resting place at the California Science Center, a Toyota Tundra full-size pickup truck will be responsible for towing it on the shuttle’s last leg of its journey.
2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser Gets New Color Scheme, Few Changes
The 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will see minimal changes for its new model year, but a new color scheme is available for the Trail Teams Special Edition.
Toyota RAV4 EV Interior Tech Detailed – Video
The fourth video spotlighting the new Toyota RAV4 EV has just been released, focusing on the innovative technology to enhance the driving experience of the electric SUV.
Toyota Adopts New Tagline, “Let’s Go Places”
Toyota is trying to re-invent itself by bringing exciting cars to market, and to signify this change in strategy the Japanese brand has announced the new tagline, “Let’s Go Places.”
Prius Plug-in Hybrid Bests Volt, Leaf in First Six Months of Sales
After six full months on the market, the Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid has sold 6,061 units, outpacing the first six months of sales for the Chevrolet Volt and Nissan Leaf.
Toyota Racing Dream Build Challenge Kicks Off – Videos
Back in late August, Toyota announced its custom vehicle build-off featuring four of its drivers: Kyle Busch, Clint Bowyer, Antron Brown, and Alexis Dejoria. Each driver has now selected their Toyota vehicle and the shop at which it’ll be built, and the customization has begun.
Toyota Paris Motor Show Lineup Includes GT86 TRD, Several New Hybrids
Toyota has a long line of debuts planned for the upcoming Paris Motor Show, including several hybrids and the official debut of the GT86 TRD Performance Line of accessories.
Toyota EV P002 Record Setting Pikes Peak Run – Video
A new EV record at the Pikes Peak hill climb was set this year by Toyota’s TMG EV P002, and now a video has been released of the car making the run.
2013 Toyota Avalon Sheds Weight to Save Gas
Despite being an industry leader in hybrid drivetrain technology, Toyota is taking advantage of more angles to improve its car’s fuel efficiency.
Ford Falsely Claims Toyota Corolla’s ‘Best Seller’ Title
While last week Ford claimed that the Focus was the best selling car this year to date, it is now apparent that this isn’t actually true.
Toyota Avalon Sports Model Rumored
Toyota’s redesigned Avalon has taken the formerly dowdy model to the top of the class in terms of styling. Now, there is a rumor that a sports-tuned model is on the way.
Ford Focus Set to Take Sales Crown from Toyota Corolla
Ford is gaining a lot of momentum these days. Not only has the American automaker produced 350-million vehicles, but it’s Ford Focus compact has sold more this year than its closest competitor, the Toyota Corolla.
Toyota Racing Launches Celebrity Dream Build Competition
Toyota’s racing division (TRD) is hosting a custom vehicle build-off to raise money for charity.
Toyota Camry SE Sport Limited Edition Model Released
Toyota has just announced a new limited production model of the four-cylinder, Camry SE, that offers some legitimate sporting upgrades from the base model.
Toyota RAV4 EV Range Explained in Video
One of the biggest hurdles automakers have to overcome with marketing electric vehicles is decreasing range anxiety with its consumers. Toyota recently resurrected its RAV4 EV model, offering an electric crossover with a range of 92 miles, or 113 miles in an extended mode.
Toyota Auris Stars in Japanese ‘Spanking Orchestra’
Toyota’s new Auris campaign in Japan has already spawned a music video featuring a singer who identifies as transgender. The Auris is now also the center of an art display called “Spanking Orchestra.”
Toyota Debuts New Auris Ad Using Transgender Woman
Toyota’s ads for the 2013 Auris already made headlines for featuring a model who identifies as a transgender woman. Now, the automaker produced another ad for the Auris featuring a transgendered singer from a Japanese band.
Toyota Announces Final 25 Winners of 100 Cars for Good
Toyota has announced the final 25 winners in the 100 Cars for Good program. The program gave away 100 free Toyota vehicles to charitable organizations to assist them in their selfless work.
Toyota Accuses Fired IT Contractor of Damaging Network
Toyota USA is accusing a fired contractor of sabotaging internal software and breaking into a secure system before downloading confidential information on parts, designs and prices.
Toyota GT86 Suspension Updates Under Development Says Chief Engineer
The benchmark for the handling of the Scion FR-S has always been the Porsche Cayman. While some have gone so far as to say the Scion is superior, the men behind it are not yet satisfied.
Toyota Prius c Added to College Grad Rebate Program
Toyota offers recent college graduates a $1,000 instant rebate on the purchase of certain new vehicles. That list of vehicles finally includes the Prius c hybrid.
New Supra Won’t be a Hybrid: Scion FR-S Engineer Says
According to an interview with the brains behind the the Scion FR-S, the rumored upcoming Supra will not be a hybrid despite a recent concept sports car from Toyota.
Lexus LFA Racing Heritage Detailed in Video
The Lexus LFA has competed in every 24 Hours Nürburgring since 2008. Gazoo Racing, the team that campaigns the supercar, is celebrating this racing heritage in a new video.
