Nowadays, we all expect a lot from our vehicles, especially when it comes to infotainment. We want to be able to book a dinner reservation and get directions to the restaurant, all while on-the-go. Well here at Hudson Toyota, Staten Island drivers will soon have much better access to such infotainment because Toyota and Microsoft have teamed up and will be bringing cloud computing into our vehicles!

Akio Toyoda, Toyota Motor Corporation’s president, talked about the partnership by saying:

“Together, utilizing Windows Azure and Microsoft’s vast information infrastructure, we will boost the value of automobiles by making them ‘information terminals,’ moving beyond today’s GPS navigation and wireless safety communications, while at the same time enhancing driver and traffic safety.”

Some of you may be wondering just what “cloud computing” is. No, it’s not computers floating in the clouds, as the picture attached to this post may suggest. Instead, it is a system that eliminates the need for hardware and software by allowing a device to remotely access a network. In our vehicles, it will allow a whole new level of digital connectivity from the road! Toyota drivers will gain better access to streaming music, telecommunications information, GPS, and energy management on the go, without having to have excessive hardware and software inside the vehicle.

Here at your favorite Jersey City new car dealer, we are hoping to see this cloud technology in our vehicles by early next year. It will likely be placed in our new line of electric and plug-in hybrids such as the new RAV4 EV or the upcoming plug-in hybrid Prius.

As consumers continue to demand more, we will continue to innovate and accommodate. We are proud to be industry leaders in all arenas – whether that be with our green vehicles or our infotainment solutions. To learn more, stop in and talk to the friendly folks here at Hudson Toyota. We are happy to keep you up to date on Toyota news and to also help you find your next vehicle! Whether you shopping new or used, car or SUV, we can help and we look forward to seeing you soon!

The Consumer Electronics Show is truly a one-of-a-kind event. This year’s Las Vegas event took place from January 6 through January 9 and more than 2,700 technology companies across global industries dazzled attendees. Your Weehawken new Toyota dealer is proud to review Toyota’s participation in this ground-breaking event that energized the technology world – the brand unveiled the all-new Toyota Entune multimedia system! This entertainment unit will change the in-vehicle experience in new and exciting ways and we can’t wait!

The Entune system is a feature that will work with the user’s mobile device to create a unique and rich in-vehicle experience. It offers a fully integrated and upgradeable entertainment, navigation, and information services.

Jon Bucci, vice president of the Advanced Technology Department at Toyota, says:

“Unlike other industry solutions, Entune allows the driver to interact with informative and entertaining mobile content without fumbling with their phone. We offer features that our customers demand and integrate them seamlessly in the vehicle.”

Check out this video to see just how quickly, easily, and effectively the Entune functions:

Three key features of the Entune are:

1. Mobile Apps – the Entune System offers the largest number of Mobile Apps available, making drivers’ lives easier than ever! Example Apps include Bing, Open Table, and MovieTickets.com. Entune can also deliver location-based services such as real time traffic, fuel prices, weather, stocks, and sports. All destinations can then easily be sent to the navigation system.
2. Music – the driver’s in-vehicle listening experience will never be the same thanks to Entune. The system brings you music through iheartradio, Pandora, XM satellite radio, HD Radio, and USB devices!
3. Voice Recognition – a best-in-class, advanced conversational system. This allows drivers to focus more on the road rather than on their dashboard.

Entune will be available as an option in select Weehawken new Toyota models this year and it will be compatible with most mobile devices including smartphones as long as they have a data plan and Bluetooth capability. To learn more, stop in to your local Jersey City new car dealer and talk to one of the many friendly and knowledgeable sales associates!

Nancy Lockhart, DuPont color marketing manager, says:

“Our annual global color analysis allows DuPont to share insights into global color trends with automakers as they’re planning future vehicle designs. … The demand for fresh, high-quality information is more relevant today than ever before, as the industry continues to see increased consumer demand for innovative vehicle design and styling.”

They recently published their 58th Global Automotive Color Popularity Report and the results are interesting. To create this report, they examined automotive color popularity information and regional trends from 11 leading automotive regions of the world. The following illustration reveals their findings:

What does all of this mean for you? Well if you want to be “in-style” opt with a silver or black car from your local New Jersey new car dealer! We have a great selection ranging from the family friendly Toyota Sienna to the trustworthy Toyota Camry to the eco-friendly Toyota Prius. No matter what your car buying needs are, we have just the car – in the perfect color – for you!

Not in the market for a new car but still want to have the most popular color? No worries – you can also talk to our knowledge Toyota Service Center technicians about paint job options. Stop in and see us at Hudson Toyota today!

Senior Vice President of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A, Bob Daly, addresses the recent issue with the floor mats (and unintended acceleration) provided in certain Toyota and Lexus models such as the Hoboken new Toyota Camry, Avalon, Prius, Tacoma, Tundra, Lexus ES 350, IS 250, and IS 350. He explains they’re currently “developing a remedy and will notify owners of these vehicles when its ready to be implemented”. He also suggests some ways in eliminating this issue: first make sure you have the correct floor mats for your vehicle model, then double-check that they’re right side up and secured to factory retaining clips. To ensure there are -no problems, he suggests that you may want to simply pull them out and store them in your trunk for the time being. Check back with your local Toyota dealer for updates.

Your Jersey City new car dealer, Hudson Toyota, wishes you a happy holiday season and safe driving!