Toyota Vehicles in the News
Toyota's Prius v and Avalon on Kelley Blue Book's List Of 10 Best Family Cars
Posted: 2013-05-17T24:00:00Z
TORRANCE, Calif., (May 16, 2013) –The editors of Kelley Blue Book (
www.Kbb.com) selected the 2013 Prius
v and the 2013 Avalon for their list of
10 Best Family Cars. The list is compiled annually by KBB.com editors to highlight vehicles that address unique family specifications and situations, and offer innovation.
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All-New 2013 Toyota RAV4 SUV Scores Early Sales Surge Thanks to New Styling and In-Cabin Technologies
Posted: 2013-05-06T18:30:00Z
TORRANCE, Calif., May 6, 2013 – The arrival of the new 2013 next-generation Toyota RAV4 SUV has led to a sales surge for the original crossover SUV that began what is now the fastest growing segment in the auto industry.
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New 2014 4Runner Features Rugged Exterior Design to Match Its Authentic Off-Road Heritage
Posted: 2013-04-27T23:00:00Z
TORRANCE, Calif., April 27, 2013 – For nearly three decades, the Toyota 4Runner mid-size SUV has been a stalwart for off-roading enthusiasts seeking a SUV with rugged, go-anywhere capability.
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#Toyota and #Lexus in the U.S. Accounted for Nearly 2 Million of Total 5 Million Global Hybrid Sales Revealed Today
Posted: 2013-04-17T05:00:00Z
Torrance, Calif., April 16, 2013 -- Nearly 2 million (1,951,243) Toyota and Lexus hybrid vehicles have been sold in the United States, significantly reducing CO
2 emissions and fuel consumption.
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All-New 2014 Toyota Highlander SUV Makes World Debut at 2013 New York Auto Show
Posted: 2013-03-27T14:26:00Z
NEW YORK, March 27, 2013 - - The all-new third-generation 2014 Toyota Highlander mid-size SUV made its world debut today at the 2013 New York Auto Show.
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Toyota Announces 2013 Corolla LE and S Special Edition Models
Posted: 2013-03-21T20:00:00Z
TORRANCE, Calif., (March 20, 2013) -- Toyota Motor Sales has announced two 2013 Corolla Special Editions that will offer consumers appealing equipment at an attainable price point.
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World Debut of Next-Generation Toyota Highlander SUV at 2013 New York Auto Show to Include Live Webcast
Posted: 2013-03-21T17:00:00Z
TORRANCE, Calif., March 21, 2013 - - Toyota will stage the world debut of the all-new 2014 Highlander mid-size SUV at a press conference at the 2013 New York Auto Show.
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All-New 2014 Next-Generation Toyota Highlander Mid-Size SUV to Make World Debut at 2013 New York Auto Show
Posted: 2013-03-13T17:00:00Z
TORRANCE, Calif., March 13, 2013 – Toyota will stage the world debut of the all-new 2014 Highlander mid-size SUV at a press conference at the 2013 New York Auto Show.
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Toyota's Prius and Highlander Hybrid Earn U.S. News and World Report's Best Cars for Families Awards
Posted: 2013-03-12T23:00:00Z
TORRANCE, Calif., March 12, 2013 – The Toyota Prius and Highlander Hybrid have garnered category honors as part of
U.S. News and World Report’s Best Cars for Families awards. The 2013 Toyota Prius took top honors in the Best Hatchback for Families category, while the 2013 Highlander Hybrid won the Best Hybrid SUV for Families award for the third year in a row.
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Toyota's Prius Family Tops California New Vehicle Registrations for 2012
Posted: 2013-03-01T24:59:00Z
TORRANCE, Calif., February 28, 2013 -- Toyota’s Prius-badged vehicles proved to be the most popular new vehicles with California drivers during the 2012 calendar year.
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'Genie' Kaley Cuoco Grants Wishes in All-New Toyota RAV4 Commercial
Posted: 2013-01-28T17:03:00Z
TORRANCE, Calif. (Jan. 28, 2013) – Embodying the modern, stylish and smart characteristics of the all-new RAV4, Toyota’s new “Wish Granted” commercial starring Kaley Cuoco will make its broadcast debut on Feb. 3. The star of CBS hit show “The Big Bang Theory” will appear granting the wishes of a family in unexpected and creative ways during one of the biggest sporting and advertising events of the year. Cuoco’s comedic chops made her a perfect partner in bringing the RAV4 Genie character to life.
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Redesigned 2014 Toyota Tundra Full-Size Pickup Truck to Make World Debut at 2013 Chicago Auto Show
Posted: 2013-01-24T14:00:00Z
TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 24, 2013 - Toyota will stage the world debut of the new 2014 Tundra full-size pickup truck at a press conference at the 2013 Chicago Auto Show.
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Curious to see what @Toyota has up its sleeve for the big game? Watch this and tweet your thoughts. #wishgranted
Posted: 2013-01-23T20:48:19Z
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Get an early glimpse of what Toyota has in store for the big game. Check out this teaser video ...
Posted: 2013-01-23T19:41:43Z
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Toyota Furia Concept Makes Global Debut at 2013 North American International Auto Show
Posted: 2013-01-14T19:30:00Z
TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 14, 2013 – Toyota revealed the Corolla Furia Concept at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. This exciting compact sedan concept hints at the styling cues consumers can expect to see on the next-generation Corolla. The concept represents an exterior styling study by Toyota designers, and it builds on the brand’s product development priority to develop more dramatic, expressively designed vehicles.
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2013 Avalon Marketing Campaign Introduces Consumers to New Face of Toyota
Posted: 2013-01-07T17:00:00Z
TORRANCE, Calif. (Jan. 7, 2013) – When Toyota set out to market its all-new 2013 Avalon, the automaker had to find an interesting way to showcase the vehicle’s modern styling, improved performance, innovation and elevated level of craftsmanship to help reposition the flagship sedan in the highly competitive premium mid-size segment. No small task.
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Toyota's 2013 Avalon to Offer World's First Application of Qi Wireless In-Car Charging
Posted: 2012-12-19T19:30:00Z
TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 19, 2012 – The 2013 Toyota Avalon Limited will be the first vehicle available in the world that offers in-console Qi wireless charging for Qi–enabled mobile phones and devices as part of a Technology Package, available for both the gasoline and hybrid version of the new Avalon Limited, which also includes Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Automatic High beams and a Pre-Collision System.
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2013 Toyota RAV4 Product Information
Posted: 2012-12-18T17:00:00Z
2013 Toyota RAV4 Product Information
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Toyota Announces Pricing for the All-New 2013 RAV4
Posted: 2012-12-18T17:00:00Z
TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 18, 2012 – Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today announced manufacturer’s suggested retail prices (MSRP) for the all-new 2013 RAV4 crossover sport utility vehicle (SUV). The new RAV4 offers great value through balanced performance and capability, including improved fuel efficiency, excellent cargo capacity, a dynamic design, eight standard airbags, and a compelling array of standard features. The 2013 RAV4 arrives at dealerships in early January, a reinvention of the world’s original crossover sport utility vehicle.
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Toyota Launches Fourth-Generation of Original Crossover SUV – The 2013 RAV4
Posted: 2012-12-18T17:00:00Z
TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 18, 2012 - - Toyota’s fourth-generation RAV4 arrives in January, a reinvention of the world’s original crossover sport utility vehicle. The new RAV4 offers balanced performance and capability, including great fuel efficiency, excellent cargo capacity, striking design, and a compelling array of standard features. RAV4 is available in three trim levels: LE, XLE and Limited.
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Toyota Light Truck and SUV Chronology
Posted: 2012-12-18T05:00:00Z
The chronology of Toyota's light trucks and SUVs.
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Toyota Sponsoring Two NASCAR Races at Richmond International Raceway in 2013
Posted: 2012-12-04T24:31:00Z
RICHMOND, Va., (Dec. 3, 2012)—Buckling up for two days of NASCAR excitement, Toyota and
Richmond International Raceway announced today multi-year race entitlements, beginning with the April 26-27, 2013 doubleheader weekend at America’s Premier Short Track. The weekend features the Toyota Owners 400 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race and the ToyotaCare 250 NASCAR Nationwide Series race.
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All-New 2013 Toyota RAV4 Makes World Debut at Los Angeles International Auto Show
Posted: 2012-11-28T17:25:00Z
LOS ANGELES (Nov. 28, 2012) –The all-new 2013 RAV4 crossover SUV made its world debut today at the 2012 Los Angeles International Auto Show. Toyota’s fourth-generation RAV4, the world’s original crossover sport utility vehicle, arrives early next year.
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2012 Los Angeles Auto Show - 2013 Toyota RAV4 Reveal
Posted: 2012-11-28T05:00:00Z
Toyota Division Group Vice President and General Manager Bill Fay reveals the 2013 Toyota RAV4 at the Los Angeles International Auto Show, Nov. 28, 2012.
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Toyota Named Best Resale Value Brand for 2013 by Kelley Blue Book
Posted: 2012-11-26T17:30:00Z
TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 26, 2012 – Toyota has earned Kelley Blue Book’s
KBB.com Best Resale Value Brand Award for the 2013 model year. This is the second year in a row that Toyota has received the Best Resale Value Brand Award from KBB.com, and it has received this top honor in three of the last four years.
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Toyota Yaris Offered in Two Liftback Models For 2013
Posted: 2012-11-16T20:40:00Z
TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 16, 2012 - The fun, efficient Toyota Yaris, which was all-new for the 2012 model year, continues into 2013 in three-door or five-door liftback models. Sporty styling, outstanding safety features and high fuel economy ratings make the 2012 Yaris a compelling choice in its segment. New for 2013, all model grades come with the Tech Audio Package as standard.
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2013 Toyota Corolla Adds New Premium Packages
Posted: 2012-11-16T20:30:00Z
TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 16, 2012 - The Toyota Corolla, already one of the best-equipped cars in the compact class, offers new comfort amenities with a choice of Premium Packages for both the LE and S grades for 2013. All Corolla models feature a revised chrome-accented grille for 2013, and the LE and S grades include a standard Display Audio system with 6.1-inch touch screen.
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All-New Fourth-Generation Toyota RAV4 to Make World Debut at 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show
Posted: 2012-11-15T17:00:00Z
TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 15, 2012 – Toyota will stage the world premiere of the all-new 2013 RAV4 crossover SUV at a press conference at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show.
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Antron Brown's Toyota "DragQuoia" Wins Prestigious Gran Turismo™ Award at SEMA
Posted: 2012-11-02T21:00:00Z
LAS VEGAS (Nov. 2, 2012) – Antron Brown's outrageous Toyota Sequoia family dragster, known as "DragQuoia," captured Sony Computer Entertainment America's
Gran Turismo™ Award for Best Truck or SUV at the 2012 SEMA Show.
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Kyle Busch and 'Rowdy Edition' Camry Win the Toyota Racing Dream Build Challenge
Posted: 2012-11-01T23:00:00Z
LAS VEGAS, Oct. 30, 2012 — All the votes are counted and the fans have spoken: Kyle Busch and his track-inspired black-on-black "Rowdy Edition" Camry have won the Toyota Racing Dream Build Challenge. Busch's efforts earned a check from Toyota for $50,000 that goes to his chosen charity for the competition, the Kyle Busch Foundation. Toyota made the announcement today at the SEMA Show with the help of TV racing commentator and Top Gear USA host, Rutledge Wood, master of ceremonies for the event.
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All-New 2013 Avalon Combines More Emotional Styling, Improved Dynamic Performance, and Greater Refinement to Help Reposition Toyota's Flagship Sedan Within the Segment
Posted: 2012-10-31T18:00:00Z
TORRANCE, Calif., Oct. 31, 2012 – For 2013, Toyota has dramatically altered the chemistry of Avalon’s formula, creating a new potent and persuasive sedan that helps shift the product’s generational appeal while symbolizing Toyota’s exciting new design and product direction for future sedans.
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Toyota to Offer Unique Fleet Models of All-New 2013 Avalon
Posted: 2012-10-31T18:00:00Z
TORRANCE, Calif., Oct. 30, 2012 – With the all-new 2013 Avalon, Toyota will offer a pair of unique livery models to meet the needs of fleet operators. The new fleet-focused models will also mark the introduction of the first Avalon Hybrid that promises to help reduce livery operator’s fuel costs.
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Toyota Announces Pricing for 2013 Avalon
Posted: 2012-10-30T19:45:00Z
TORRANCE, Calif., Oct. 30, 2012 – Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc. today announced manufacturer’s suggested retail prices (MSRP) for the all-new 2013 Avalon premium mid-size sedan. For 2013, this five passenger flagship sedan is available with gasoline V6 and Hybrid Synergy Drive power. The V6 Avalon and Avalon Hybrid arrive in dealerships at the beginning of December.
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