Last month, Toyota announced plans to reunite with Scion and incorporate its models into the Toyota lineup. Many of you may be wondering what sparked this change and how the brand will be affected as Scion makes the transition to Toyota. Here’s what we know so far. Read the rest of this entry
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Daytona 500 victory for Toyota driver Denny Hamlin
The Daytona 500, NASCAR’s biggest race, took place a few weeks ago at Daytona International Speedway. As the 2016 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series (NSCS) season-opener, the Daytona 500 is an important race. And Toyota was thrilled with its first ever Daytona 500 victory won by Denny Hamlin. Read the rest of this entry
‘The Longest Chase’ 2016 Toyota Prius Super Bowl commercial
During Super Bowl 50, Toyota aired an ad for the all-new Prius. In “The Longest Chase” 2016 Toyota Prius Super Bowl commercial, a group of men robbed a bank and came out to find their getaway car being towed. They came across a 2016 Prius, hopped in, and thus began an extremely long police chase. We are going to take a closer look at what the Super Bowl commercial tells us about the 2016 Toyota Prius. But first, you can refresh your memory: Read the rest of this entry
Satellite communication technology in Toyota vehicles
At this year’s North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), Toyota has on display a Mirai-based vehicle with advanced satellite communications functionality. Toyota has partnered with Kymeta, a U.S.-based company that specializes in flat-panel antenna technology, to incorporate innovative satellite communication technology in Toyota vehicles. Read the rest of this entry
Toyota North America aims to conserve water
As an automaker that is constantly working to improve fuel efficiency and develop alternative fuel options, Toyota clearly cares about the environment. Another way Toyota helps to improve the environment is by taking steps to conserve water. Read the rest of this entry
Toyota Tundrasine Limo Concept from 2015 SEMA Show
The annual Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show gives automakers the opportunity to showcase innovative concepts and gauge public interest. At this year’s 2015 SEMA Show, Toyota displayed a few different creative designs, including their Toyota Tundrasine limo concept. Read the rest of this entry
Toyota the most Googled car brand in the world
Are you Googling Toyota? If so, you’re certainly not alone! While many car shoppers may be interested in which automakers are the most popular in terms of sales, it’s also interesting to learn which automotive company is the most popular in Google search. As it turns out, during the year 2014, Toyota was the most Googled car brand as well as the biggest-selling carmaker in the world. Read the rest of this entry
Toyota surpasses 8 million hybrid vehicles sold since 1997
Toyota sells over 8 million hybrid vehicles
Remember that one time Toyota made over eight million hybrid sales? Oh yes, that was today! Toyota announced it surpassed the eight million mark in hybrid car sales and gave a brief history of what has happened during the last two decades since the first Toyota hybrid car, the Prius, was launched. Read the rest of this entry
How to use voice recognition to reach your destination in the 2015 Toyota Camry
With the 2015 Toyota Camry, drivers have several functional technology features at their finger tips. But before you can enjoy the exciting new elements, you need to know how to use them first! Our team at Toyota Vacaville is here to help. Follow these useful steps that will walk you through how to use voice commands for the 2015 Toyota Camry Entune navigation system. Read the rest of this entry
5 Toyota vehicles give drivers fuel-efficient, hybrid option
Many people, especially in highly populated areas of California, are searching for ways to “go green” and leave a smaller carbon footprint on the earth. Automotive companies have followed suit by offering several electric, hybrid, and hydrogen-fueled vehicles for drivers to choose from. Some car shoppers might be wondering, which Toyota vehicles have hybrid options? You’re in the right place. Read the rest of this entry