Toyota recently posted strong sales numbers in March that increased 35% over the previous year, besting both Ford and GM for that time period. Wait, wasn’t there something in the news recently about Toyota vehicle recalls north of 2 million, government testimonies, and a collapse in public faith over the Japanese automaker that used to always finish first in brand loyalty polls? … Continue Reading
The FT-CH hybrid concept car, debuted at the North American International Auto Show in January 2010, is Toyota’s latest commitment to sustainability and advanced technology. The hybrid concept car shares the same hybrid power train technology that drives the Prius hybrid and is said to be the onset of an entire line of hybrid vehicles. The eight-vehicle family will utilize a variety of advanced hybrid technologies resulting in battery electric vehicles, hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, and plug-in vehicles in addition to the prevalent gas-electric hybrid system. While currently nothing more than a concept, Newark New Toyota Dealers anticipate introducing the FT-CH and various models of the hybrid family to car buyers in the next three years. … Continue Reading
Since 2006, Twitter has become a way of life, and is one of the most popular social websites in the world. Everyone from normal people, to celebrities, to important executives have a twitter account that allows them to “tweet” what is currently happening in their life. Even businesses have their own Twitter accounts, and the popular car manufacturer Toyota, is staying ahead of the game by creating their own Twitter account. … Continue Reading
The paradoxical truth of successfully moving forward is to have a short memory while remembering the lessons of the past. Toyota, the beleaguered Japanese auto giant, hopes to do just that as they attempt to recover from what was, frankly, a disastrous end to 2009 and beginning of 2010. The numbers don’t lie: since fall, Toyota has recalled 8.5 million vehicles worldwide, over 6 million in the U.S. As many as 52 deaths have been linked to crashes caused by accelerator and braking problems. Sales fell by over 9% in February. Perhaps apropos, a Toyota speeding out of control because of its “sudden unintended acceleration,” unable to stop because of a sticking brake pedal, could serve as both a literal and metaphorical summation of Toyota’s problems over the past few months. … Continue Reading
As Nascar fans await the 2010 Nascar Sprint All-Star Race, Toyota owners may be interested in the event for the Toyota Racing’s Sponsafy Your Ride Contest. Toyota is giving Toyota owners and Nascar fans the opportunity to design their own car. Sales representatives at the Newark new Toyota dealer encouraged their customers to explore their creative side and design their own Toyota before the March 15th deadline.
The winner of the Toyota Racing’s Sponsafy Your Ride Contest will get to ride shotgun in their personalized vehicle as they circle the track at the 2010 Nascar Sprint All-Star Race before the event begins. What more can Nascar fans dream for? I’m sure upon hearing about this opportunity they immediately envisioned themselves in the passenger side of their creation, as thousands of spectators watch them circle the track with their favorite driver. Those wishing to find out more about Toyota’s involvement should visit the Newark new Toyota dealer where new and used cars in New Jersey can be found. … Continue Reading
