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tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18711845861072065992011-07-07T16:42:36.602-04:00Toyota of OrlandoToyota of Orlandohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09457346935571688889noreply@blogger.comBlogger161100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1871184586107206599.post-63310701550885830262010-03-19T11:30:00.001-04:002010-03-19T11:30:53.393-04:00Toyota Offers Preliminary Findings From Technical Field Examination of Alleged 'Runaway Prius' in San Diego

SAN DIEGO, Calif., March 15, 2010---At a press conference today, Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc. offered key preliminary findings of technical field examination and testing that were performed on March 10 and 11 regarding an alleged “runaway Prius” event dramatically covered by national news media.Toyota engineers completed an investigation of the 2008 Prius driven by Mr. James Sikes that

Toyota of Orlandohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09457346935571688889noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1871184586107206599.post-72676658940581152552010-03-15T13:28:00.001-04:002010-03-15T13:29:55.645-04:00Toyota Prius Vehicle Throttle and Brake Systems: Myth VS. Fact

Myth: The start/stop button on the dash will not turn off my Prius while it’s running.Fact: On early to 2010 models with a push-button smart key system, pushing and holding the button on the dash for about three seconds will shut off the ignition system on the vehicle – even if it’s in gear and moving along the roadway. Newer models may have different control logic – you only have to press the

Toyota of Orlandohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09457346935571688889noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1871184586107206599.post-13621139803769494972010-03-12T09:29:00.000-05:002010-03-12T09:30:17.262-05:00Comprehensive Analysis Raises Concerns About Gilbert Congressional Testimony, ABC News Segment

Today, during a live webcast, Toyota raised serious concerns about the validity, methodology and credibility of a demonstration of alleged “unintended acceleration” in a Toyota Avalon by Professor David Gilbert of Southern Illinois University and depicted in ABC News broadcasts and on-line segments.A comprehensive analysis conducted by a world renowned engineering group, as well as testing by

Toyota of Orlandohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09457346935571688889noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1871184586107206599.post-13000237907963035712010-03-03T12:02:00.000-05:002010-03-03T12:03:24.551-05:00Toyota Announces March Sales Event

TORRANCE, Calif., March 2, 2010 – Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. today announced plans to launch the company’s most far-reaching sales program in its history.Starting today, through April 5, 2010, the national marketing program includes financing, leasing and customer loyalty offers. Highlights of the program include:• 0% APR financing for up to 60 months on 2010 Avalon, Camry, Corolla,

Toyota of Orlandohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09457346935571688889noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1871184586107206599.post-39985818634205151932010-03-02T12:32:00.001-05:002010-03-02T12:32:54.907-05:002010 Toyota Corolla and Scion xB Earn Insurance Institute for Highway Safety 'Top Safety Pick' Award

March 2, 2010 - - The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has announced that for the second consecutive year the Toyota Corolla compact sedan and Scion xB have each earned “Top Safety Pick” awards.The “Top Safety Pick” is the highest safety designation awarded by the IIHS. To qualify for the award, a vehicle must earn the highest rating of “good” in the IIHS’ front, side, rollover, and

Toyota of Orlandohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09457346935571688889noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1871184586107206599.post-79008817362532006842010-02-26T13:10:00.000-05:002010-02-26T13:11:12.289-05:00Toyota Statement on the Visit Between Toyota President Akio Toyoda and Department of Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood

President Akio Toyoda met this morning with Department of Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood. They had a cordial and open discussion. Mr. Toyoda promised to take the initiative to advance safety to the next level. He reiterated his focus on putting customers first and making sure that going forward the company will do all it can to further improve communications and work more closely with the

Toyota of Orlandohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09457346935571688889noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1871184586107206599.post-59625021385532256382010-02-19T13:05:00.000-05:002010-02-19T13:06:30.898-05:00MotorWeek 2010 Drivers' Choice Awards Names Toyota Prius Best Vehicle of the Year

MotorWeek, television’s longest running automotive series, announced today the Toyota Prius has won the top honor of “Best of the Year” in its 2010 Drivers’ Choice Awards “for making improvements on virtually every front including, fuel efficiency, power and versatility.” Prius was a double winner as it also won MotorWeeks Drivers’ Choice Award for “Best Eco-Friendly” vehicle.“If you can only

Toyota of Orlandohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09457346935571688889noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1871184586107206599.post-83850093742279563282010-02-10T12:55:00.005-05:002010-02-10T17:25:03.136-05:00Toyota of Orlando is providing a detailed video on the Toyota Safety Recall

Many of you have recently been made aware of the Toyota Safety Recall of certain accelerator pedal assemblies. Because this recall speaks directly to the safety of some Toyota vehicles, it has caused concern among many of our customers. We deeply and sincerely regret the concern this has caused. We are now receiving the parts necessary to perform this fix, and soon you will be contacted directly

Toyota of Orlandohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09457346935571688889noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1871184586107206599.post-84818264668701887032010-02-04T14:25:00.001-05:002010-02-04T14:27:06.791-05:00Toyota Statement on Comments by Transportation Secretary LaHood on Feb. 3, 2010

We appreciate Secretary LaHood’s clarification of his remarks today about Toyota’s recall for sticking accelerator pedals. We want to make sure our customers understand that this situation is rare and generally does not occur suddenly. In the rare instances where it does occur, the vehicle can be controlled with firm and steady application of the brakes.Our message to Toyota owners is this – if

Toyota of Orlandohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09457346935571688889noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1871184586107206599.post-21070826903256568002010-02-01T14:39:00.000-05:002010-02-01T14:40:42.647-05:00Toyota Announces Comprehensive Plan to Fix Accelerator Pedals on Recalled Vehicles and Ensure Customer Safety

TORRANCE, Calif., February 1, 2010 – Toyota Motor Sales (TMS) U.S.A., Inc., today announced it will begin fixing accelerator pedals in recalled Toyota Division vehicles this week. Toyota’s engineers have developed and rigorously tested a solution that involves reinforcing the pedal assembly in a manner that eliminates the excess friction that has caused the pedals to stick in rare instances. In

Toyota of Orlandohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09457346935571688889noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1871184586107206599.post-34451130043771319662010-01-29T10:42:00.002-05:002010-01-29T10:47:28.577-05:00Toyota of Orlando is committed to Safety & Satisfaction

We at Toyota of Orlando are committed to providing our customers with the most accurate and up-to-date information available with regards to Toyota ’s recently announced voluntary recall on certain gas pedals. To date, Toyota has recorded a total of only eight reports (*) of sticking pedals among 2.3 million vehicles affected. This recall is a testament to Toyota ’s dedication to their philosophy

Toyota of Orlandohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09457346935571688889noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1871184586107206599.post-79714354939039118742010-01-25T10:42:00.002-05:002010-01-25T10:48:08.974-05:00Frequently Asked Questions for the Sticking Accelerator Pedal Recall

What is the condition that has prompted Toyota to take this action?In rare instances, there is a possibility that certain accelerator pedal mechanisms may, mechanically stick in a partially depressed position or return slowly to the idle position.What is the likelihood that my vehicle will experience this condition?The incidence of this condition is rare and occurs gradually over a period time.

Toyota of Orlandohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09457346935571688889noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1871184586107206599.post-31054383634766598912010-01-22T15:04:00.002-05:002010-01-22T15:05:06.491-05:00Toyota Files Voluntary Safety Recall on Select Toyota Division Vehicles for Sticking Accelerator Pedal

TORRANCE, Calif., January 21, 2010 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc, today announced it would recall approximately 2.3 million vehicles to correct sticking accelerator pedals on specific Toyota Division models. This action is separate from the on-going recall of approximately 4.2 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles to reduce the risk of pedal entrapment by incorrect or out of place

Toyota of Orlandohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09457346935571688889noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1871184586107206599.post-53277341962786930242010-01-21T17:14:00.002-05:002010-01-21T17:16:33.792-05:00Toyota Begins Production of Third-Generation Sienna at Indiana Plant

PRINCETON, Ind. (January 20, 2010) – Production of the all-new 2011 Sienna minivan is underway at Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Indiana (TMMI) in Princeton, Ind. Fully redesigned to meet the needs of consumers, the new Sienna was styled at Toyota’s Calty Design Research Center in Newport Beach, Calif., and developed at the Toyota Technical Center in Ann Arbor, Mich.Production of the new Sienna, as

Toyota of Orlandohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09457346935571688889noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1871184586107206599.post-6788036600339622122010-01-18T12:19:00.000-05:002010-01-18T12:20:16.682-05:00Toyota Companies Pledge $500,000 to Haiti Relief Effort

January 15, 2010 - New York, NY – Toyota today announced a total of $500,000 in donations to be divided equally among the American Red Cross, Save the Children and Doctors Without Borders in support of their relief and recovery efforts for earthquake victims in Haiti. In addition, all Toyota companies will match team member and associate contributions to these organizations.Commenting on the

Toyota of Orlandohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09457346935571688889noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1871184586107206599.post-54789792361597399372010-01-16T17:50:00.000-05:002010-01-16T17:52:43.149-05:00Toyota Unveils Compact Dedicated Hybrid Concept, Reveals Future Plan for 'Prius Family' North American Marketing Strategy

DETROIT, January 11, 2010---Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A, Inc., today unveiled the FT-CH dedicated hybrid concept at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. The FT-CH is a concept that would address Toyota’s stated strategy to offer a wider variety of conventional hybrid choices to its customers, as it begins to introduce plug-in hybrids (PHVs) and battery electrics (

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