Popular Science Magazine recently named the Toyota Fuel Cell Vehicle (FCV) as a 2014 Best of What’s New winner. This all-new model is a four-door all-electric sedan that is powered by a combination of hydrogen gas and oxygen to produce an electrical charge. This system is complete with an electric motor, a small battery, a power control unit and a fuel cell stack. With this new system, the vehicle can charge in less than 5 minutes and provide a driving range of up to 300 miles.
“For 27 years, Popular Science has honored the innovations that surprise and amaze us − those that make a positive impact on our world today and challenge our view of what’s possible in the future,” said Cliff Ransom, Editor-in-Chief of Popular Science. “The Best of What’s New Award is the magazine’s top honor, and the 100 winners − chosen from among thousands of entrants − each a revolution in its field.”
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Toyota recently showcased the new 2014 Toyota Tundra Time Love edition at the 2014 SEMA show in Las Vegas. This new special edition model has been designed to offer the ultimate tailgating party with an integrated Rockford Fosgate audio system and a specially designed grilling system with a 27” grill that is stores in the truck bed. This special edition was created along with assistance from celebrity chef Tim Love and his Divine 1 Customs build team.
“My cooking is about having fun and putting a surprise twist into classic dishes,” said Love. “This Tundra is definitely perfect for my style,” Tim Love said. “It’s capable of serving up delicious food and a great time to all of my tailgating friends.”
Love first debuted this new model at the Alabama vs Tennessee college football game where it was the envy of all tailgaters. Along with the grill itself, the entire system comes complete with wine and cold storage coolers, infrared burners, two taps for beer and two John Boos cutting boards.
2015 Toyota Camry Page Coming Soon
A 2015 Toyota Camry Research & Review has been officially released by Fiore Toyota for all of our customers living near Hollidaysburg, Altoona, Johnstown, State College and Indiana, PA interested in learning researching this all-new model. This page will offer vehicle details including but not limited to MSPR, engine and transmission options, available features, trim level options, technology feature and safety features. We will announce as soon as this page is available so keep checking back here for more information.
October Sales Numbers Released By Toyota
Another month of sales increases was seen by Toyota Motor Company in October making this one of the best October’s for the company. A total of 157,225 units sold last month which is a 7.5% increase over the same month in 2013. Additionally, this now marks the 10th month that Toyota has been the top retail brand.
“October vehicle sales were the best for the month in 10 years as an improving economy and lower gas prices drove strong SUV sales,” said Bill Fay, Toyota division group vice president and general manager. “At Toyota we also saw a big jump in Camry sales thanks to the successful launch of the new 2015 model.”
Additional October Highlights:
- Highlander sales increased by 30%
- Corolla sales increased by 5.6% with 24,959 units sold
- Toyota Pickup sales increased by 12% with 22,500 sold
- Toyota SUV sales increased by 21.6% with 43,961 sold
- RAV4 sales increased by 22.4%
- 4Runner sales increased by 38.1%
Local Nonprofits Supported by Toyota Indiana
Toyota Indiana has been supporting local non-profit organizations since it first opened back in 1996. In that time, Toyota Indiana has provided support to organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and Gibson County Horticultural Society. This past quarter Toyota of Indiana provided support to 39 different organizations with a total of $100,000 donated. In the past 18 years the company’s donations have amounted to more than $20 million.
This past quarter, one of the projects that Toyota Indiana’s funding helped to support was a rain garden project being developed by Dubois County Soil and Water Conservation as part of their Land Stewardship initiative.
“Rain gardens are attractive, easy to maintain, and go a long way towards improving water quality by holding back the rain water and keeping it from flooding the municipal storm systems,” said Judi Brown, executive director of the Dubois County Soil and water Conservation District. “Having the rain garden on the Vincennes University campus will provide an opportunity for people in the community to learn about rain gardens, and may entice them to construct one on their property.”
2015 Toyota RAV4 Page Released
A 2015 Toyota RAV4 Research & Review page has been released by Fiore Toyota for our customers from Hollidaysburg, Altoona, Johnstown, State College and Indiana, PA. Trim level options on this all-new model include the LE, XLE and Limited.
A 176 hp 2.5L 4-Cylinder DOHC 16-Valve Engine paired with a 6-Speed Automatic Transmission with Intelligence powers the 2015 Toyota RAV4.
EPA estimate for this model is 24 MPG city/ 31 MPG highway*.
There are a variety of safety and convenience features on the 2015 Toyota RAV4 such as Remote Keyless Entry, Backup Camera with Projected Path, Available Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control, ToyotaCare with Roadside Assistance, Available SiriusXM, Available 18” Alloy Wheels and Smart Stop Technology®.
MSRP starts at $23,680** for the LE, $25,240** for the XLE and $28,450** for the Limited.
Go online to schedule a test drive of the 2015 Toyota RAV4 with Fiore Toyota today!
*2015 EPA-estimated mileage. Actual mileage will vary.
*Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price, excludes the Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee of $825 for Cars, $885 for Small/Light Trucks (Sienna, RAV4, RAV4 EV, Highlander Gas, Highlander HV, FJ Cruiser, 4Runner, Tacoma and Venza), $1100 for Large Trucks (Tundra), and $925 for Large SUVs (Sequoia and Land Cruiser). (Historically, vehicle manufacturers and distributors have charged a separate fee for processing, handling and delivering vehicles to dealerships. Toyota’s charge for these services is called the “Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee” and is based on the value of the processing, handling and delivery services Toyota provides as well as Toyota’s overall pricing structure. Toyota may make a profit on the Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee.) Excludes taxes, license, title and available or regionally required equipment. The Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee in AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC and TX will be higher. Actual dealer price will vary.
Toyota recently created a new position of Senior Manager of State Government Affairs in Texas to assist with the running of their new headquarters currently being developed in Plano, TX. This is the latest development by the brand in the ongoing process of the creation of this massive new headquarters development.
For this new position, Toyota has chosen Tanya Vazquez whose most recent experience involves her serving as the intermediary between the agency and state legislature on maintenance activities, border and traffic operations.
“Tanya has a keen understanding of the political landscape in Texas, which will be essential in helping us establish deeper roots within the state,” said Stephen Ciccone, group vice president of Toyota Government Affairs. “Her experience will help us build important bipartisan relationships throughout the state,” he said.
Vazquez’s prior experience includes assisting the Means Community and state House Ways with tax issues and serving as legislative director and chief of staff for state representative Trey Martinez Fischer and state senator Donna Campbell.
2015 Toyota Highlander Page Released
Customers living near Indiana, State College, Johnstown, Altoona and Hollidaysburg, PA interested in learning more about the 2015 Toyota Highlander can now do so with the newly released Research & Review page from Fiore Toyota.
The Five trim levels of the 2015 Toyota Highlander are powered by one of three engine options depending on the trim. These options include a 2.7L 4-Cylinder, 3.5L V6 and a 3.5L V6 ECVT Hybrid, all paired with a 6-Speed Automatic Transmission.
Safety and Convenience features found on the 2015 Toyota Highlander include Smart Stop Technology® (SST), Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control, Integrated Backup Camera with Projected Path, Available Entune™ Audio Plus Multimedia Bundle, Available Smart Key System, Available Integrated Backup Camera with Dynamic Gridlines and Available 19” 5 Spoke Chromtec® Alloy Wheels.
MSRP starts at $29,415** for the LE, #32,940** for the LE Plus, $36,240** for the XLE, $39,840* for the Limited and $47,500** for the Hybrid Limited.
Fill out our online scheduling form to set up a test drive of the 2015 Toyota Highlander with Fiore Toyota today!
*2015 EPA-estimated mileage. Actual mileage will vary.
**Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price, excludes the Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee of $825 for Cars, $885 for Small/Light Trucks (Sienna, RAV4, RAV4 EV, Highlander Gas, Highlander HV, FJ Cruiser, 4Runner, Tacoma and Venza), $1100 for Large Trucks (Tundra), and $925 for Large SUVs (Sequoia and Land Cruiser). Excludes taxes, license, title and available or regionally required equipment. Actual dealer price will vary.
2015 Toyota RAV4 Page Arriving Soon
\If you are looking to purchase the 2015 Toyota RAV4 from a dealer that serves Hollidaysburg, Altoona, Johnstown, State College and Indiana, PA then you should be sure to keep an eye out for Fiore Toyota’s release of a Research & Review page on the all-new model. On this page you will find a full breakdown of information regarding the 2015 RAV4 including standard and available features, trim levels, EPA estimates, Engine and Transmission options and much more.
Toyota Overall Brand Value Highest Ever
On Interbrand’s Best Global Brands Report for 2014, Toyota has ranked the highest out of any other autobrand included on the report. Last year, Toyota ranked in the number 10 spot on the annual list of top 100 brands, but this year the brand has climbed up to spot to number 8. Additionally, Toyota’s overall brand value has increased by 20% since 2013 with the company’s total value being $42.4 billion; the highest ever.
“We are honored to once again be included on Interbrand’s Best Global Brands, a distinction we owe to our dedicated associates, incredible dealers and loyal guests,” said Jack Hollis, vice president of Toyota Division Marketing at Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. “At Toyota, we’re not just thinking about where the automobile industry is headed – we’re committed to leading the way to the future of mobility. This recognition from Interbrand is a testament to Toyota’s “Let’s Go Places” experience, and our strong commitment to our retail guests.”
Toyota’s brand increase can be largely attributed to several technological development initiatives the company has taken part in over the last several years such as electric drivetrain, cell engineering and the Toyota Mobility Foundation.
Toyota also promotes several safety initiatives such as Buckle Up For Life, TeenDrive365 and AARP Driver Safety. Interbrand also named Toyota to the number 2 spot on its list of ‘Best Global Green Brands.
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