Toyota Brand Showcases New Exterior of the 2015 Camry

If you're a regular follower of Avondale Toyota Scion blog, you'll recall a recent post in which the iconic and best-selling Camry was lauded as the best midsize car for the money. Now the Camry is making headlines once again, as the Toyota brand just took the wraps off of the 2015 model year at the New York Auto Show this month. Check out the big reveal for yourself in the video clip…

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New Toyota Engines Give At Least 10% Better Fuel Efficiency

Company uses technology refined in hybrid engines to create 14 new engine variations by 2015

April 10, 2014

Toyota City, Japan – Toyota will soon introduce vehicles globally with a series of newly-developed, highly efficient gasoline engines that achieve outstanding thermal efficiency1 and fuel efficiency improvements of at least 10%.


The new engines leverage combustion and loss-reduction technologies Toyota has refined in its dedicated hybrid engines. Two engines will form the base of the new series. The first is a 1.3-liter gasoline engine using the Atkinson cycle normally used in dedicated hybrid vehicles that achieves a maximum thermal efficiency…

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Toyota & VMI Partner to get Sienna Ramp Vans for Disabled U.S. Veterans

Toyota and VMI Announce 2nd Annual Star Spangled Salute Contest for Disabled U.S. Veterans

PHOENIX, Ariz. (April 02, 2014) – Toyota Motor Sales USA and Vantage Mobility International(VMI) announced today the 2nd Annual Operation Independence Star Spangled Salute contest.  The online contest gives America’s disabled military veterans the chance to win a new Toyota Sienna with VMI’s Access 360 In-floor Ramp Conversion system.  The online contest will run Wed., April 2 to Sun., Nov. 9, 2014, and is open to all disabled U.S. veterans. The winner will be randomly drawn on Sun., Nov. 9 and…
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The Most Reliable New Cars Make the Most Reliable Used Cars

It is a well known fact that new Toyota, Scion and Lexus vehicles have an outstanding reliability record. It makes sense that they would be just as reliable when they are a few years old. 

The reports are in and Toyota, Lexus and Scion are on the list as some of the most reliable used vehicle brands in all price ranges compared.

So, If someone in your family is looking for a used car, it’s hard to go wrong with a Toyota, Lexus or Scion. 

So says Consumer Reports, according to the Detroit Free Press.

Eleven members of the…
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New Owner Clinic

Everyone had a wonderful time at our New Owner Clinic, held on March 11, 2014 at 6:00pm. It was a great opportunity for owners to learn about their new Toyota or Scion, ask questions, and enjoy 
some delicious food. We will keep you updated when our next New Owner Clinic is so you can join us.

 
 
 
 
 
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2014 Toyota Camry Named Best Midsize Car for the Money

As your Toyota dealer in the Phoenix area, we're pleased to announce that the 2014 Toyota Camry has been named the winner of "2014 Best Midsize Car for the Money" by U.S. News & World Report.

Over the years, Camry has become synonymous with reliability and value and there's no break in tradition this year. The iconic Camry remains an ideal family sedan for its comfortable drive quality and roomy interior that's…

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10 Signs You Are From Arizona

10: "It is a dry heat" is your unofficial slogan.

9: Early mornings do not necessarily mean pleasant weather. 90-100 degrees in the AM happens often.
 

8: You have had bacon wrapped, bean, mayo, tomato, onion and mustard covered hotdogs, known as Sonoran-style.
 

7: The appeal of a parking spot depends not on its distance, but on the amount of shade it provides.

6: You have never driven an ambulance to the hospital emergency…
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With a new Toyota, You'll get the Care you Deserve

Think about the things that are important to you. Your family, your home, hopefully your new Toyota model. When taking care of any of those things, you'd want to make sure you get the best service and responsibility possible. We here at our Avondale, AZ dealership love how this quick and clever commercial gives you the sense that Toyota will take care of you and your new vehicle.

It doesn't take long for…

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Springtime Maintenence Tips

Springtime is when we start cleaning out the garage, freshening up the house, & getting ready for nicer weather. Along with this comes all the great outdoor adventures, road trips, & vacations. To ensure those fun times go as smoothly as possible, its a great idea to do some "spring cleaning"for your car, truck, or SUV. This article by the 
 
National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence is a great reference guide to getting your car, truck…
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