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New Technology for the ’12 RAV4 + ’12 4Runner | Toyota Brooklyn, Toyota 4Runner Brooklyn, Toyota RAV4 Brooklyn

By admin | Posted in Toyota on Tuesday, October 18th, 2011 at 7:14 PM

The beloved trucks of Plaza Toyota, Toyota RAV4 Brooklyn + Toyota 4Runner Brooklyn are due for updated technology in their 2012 versions. Coming soon to Plaza Toyota in Brooklyn, the ’12 RAV4 Brooklyn and ’12 4Runner Brooklyn will now be equipped with innovative audio and internet solutions including Pandora radio! Stay tuned to Plaza Toyota in Brooklyn for more details. Want to be contacted as soon as it’s arrived? Contact Us and our Internet Department will be happy to reach you when the Toyota RAV4 and Toyota 4Runner arrive in Brooklyn! Currently own a Rav4 or 4Runner in Brooklyn? Visit our Toyota Service Department Brooklyn and use our Toyota Service Specials to save cash and keep your truck like brand new!

Building on a proven track record of sales success in this country, the 2012 Toyota RAV4 and 2012 Toyota 4Runner will receive minor changes for the new model year, but the news should be of major interest to audiophiles: Both versatile Toyotas receive notably upgraded audio options, including, on some models, the automaker’s innovative Entune services.

For the RAV4, long among the country’s most popular crossovers, all 2012 models will pack a revised sound system that now includes standard Bluetooth technology, enabling features like hands-free phone capabilities, phone book access and wireless music streaming. The RAV4 Limited also will offer Toyota’s new display audio setup, which includes a navigation system, complimentary 90-day subscription to XM Satellite Radio, HD Radio with iTunes tagging, text-to-voice functionality and the Entune suite of connectivity services.

The latter allows drivers to synch their smart-phones to the vehicle using either Bluetooth technology or a USB cable, and then provides easy access to a comprehensive collection of top mobile apps and data services, including:

Pandora Internet radio
The Bing search engine
iHeartRadio
MovieTickets.com
OpenTable
Up-to-date information about local fuel prices, sports scores, stock quotes, traffic and weather
Entune also incorporates a sophisticated voice-recognition program and, perhaps best of all, access to most of those apps and services is complimentary for three full years.

The 4Runner body-on-frame SUV, which already included a trial XM subscription and Bluetooth compatibility across all models, adds the display audio system—including Entune—as a standard feature on Limited models and as an option on other trim levels. Automatic running boards are new options on the 2012 4Runner SR5 and Trail models, too.

For more information about the 2012 Toyota RAV4 and 4Runner, talk to you local Toyota dealer today.

Toyota Helps Teens Become Better Drivers | Toyota Dealer Queens

By admin | Posted in Toyota on Thursday, September 15th, 2011 at 5:00 PM

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Toyota is committed to road safety and wants to reduce the rate of teen driving fatalities. That’s why the automaker will continue its national advanced teen driving skills program, Toyota Driving Expectations, and expand the program to new locations for the fall tour. Best of all, it’s completely free of charge.

According to Toyota, nearly 18,000 teens and parents have gained critical defensive driving skills through this program. Toyota Driving Expectations is part of the company’s commitment to increase overall safety in driving, and protect the lives of teen drivers, who are at a higher risk for accidents than more experienced drivers.

In October, Toyota Driving Expectations events will come to a number of cities including:

Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc., in Torrance, CA, October 8 – 9
Emerald Downs in Auburn, WA, October 15 – 16
Bass Pro Shops in Denver, CO, October 22 – 23
Seymour High School in Seymour, CT, October 29 – 30

“Toyota remains committed to making the driving experience as safe as possible,” said Michael Rouse, Toyota’s vice president of philanthropy and community affairs. “The company continually evaluates the safety features of our cars, but it’s also important to instill good driving habits at a young age. With Toyota Driving Expectations, Toyota hopes to empower teens, and change how they think and react while driving. Our goal is to equip them with the skills needed to keep themselves and their loved ones safe on the road.”

If you’re interested in attending any of these events, see the Toyota Driving Expectations website at ToyotaDrivingExpectations.com for more info as some events are invitation only.

Toyota Queens | Plaza Toyota serving Queens NY

By admin | Posted in News, Toyota on Tuesday, August 16th, 2011 at 6:27 PM

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Queens is the easternmost of the five boroughs of New York City. The largest borough in area, and second-largest in population, it is coextensive with Queens County, an administrative division of New York state, in the United States. Queens is home to two of the three major New York City area airports, JFK International Airport and LaGuardia Airport. Queens was established in 1683 as one of the original 12 counties of New York and was supposedly named for the Queen consort. Queens is home to many urban neighborhoods and several central business districts. Long Island City, on the Queens’ waterfront across from Manhattan, is the site of the Citicorp Building, the tallest skyscraper in New York City outside of Manhattan, and the tallest building on geographic Long Island.

Toyota Offers Performance Package For Prius Hybrid

By admin | Posted in News, Prius, Toyota on Thursday, July 7th, 2011 at 8:23 PM

Toyota Prius Plus Performance Package image

The Toyota Prius, the best-selling hybrid in America, is known for impressive fuel economy and not performance. But for those that want a thrilling ride and high mileage, Toyota’s all-new PLUS Performance Package may be the perfect option.

Developed by Toyota Racing Development (TRD), PLUS enables Prius drivers to benefit from aggressive styling and improved handling. Best of all, the package doesn’t impair the hybrid’s renowned fuel economy.

The package includes a seven-piece aerodynamic ground effects kit, front and rear bumper spoilers, sleek side skirts and a uniquely styled rear diffuser. PLUS also includes race-inspired 17-inch forged alloy wheels that help curb weight and improve performance.

Toyota says the PLUS package will surprise automotive enthusiasts by delivering excellent traction and handling. If you’re interested in improved driving dynamics, the PLUS package is available this month as an add-on option on all Prius models. The package starts $2,999 and is available only in limited quantities, so you’ll have to act fast.

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Toyota To Unveil Hybrid Sports Car

By admin | Posted in News, Toyota on Saturday, June 25th, 2011 at 12:07 PM

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This weekend at the 39th annual 24 Hours of Nurburgring, Toyota will show off the second edition of Toyota’s sports hybrid all-wheel-drive MR2 concept. Toyota unveiled the first edition at the 2010 Tokyo Auto Salon.

The GRMN Sports Hybrid Concept II features a 3.5-liter V6 engine mated to an electric motor, which combined produces 295 horsepower. Although there are no plans for this concept to reach production, if could provide a few hints as to what a potential MR2 successor will look like.

Toyota GRMN Concept II image

In addition to ample power, the concept weighs under 3,300 pounds, which is light considering it’s packing two engines and a battery pack. The concept also boasts all-wheel drive and a near-perfect weight balance thanks to the amidships engine configuration.

Toyota GRMN Concept II image

And, in case you were curious, “GRMN” stands for “Gazoo Racing tuned by Meister of Nurburgring,” which alludes to the involvement of Gazoo Racing, a Japanese tuning shop that has worked closely with Toyota in the past on concepts and race vehicles.

By: Toyota In The News

Toyota Announces First 25 Winners In “100 Cars For Good” Program

By admin | Posted in News, Toyota on Friday, June 10th, 2011 at 6:56 PM

Toyota launched its 100 Cars for Good program as a way to help nonprofit organizations. The program gives Toyota’s Facebook fans the chance to determine which 100 nonprofits will receive a new Toyota vehicle over the course of 100 days. The program ends on August 16.

At this time, the first 25 nonprofit organizations have been selected by the public to receive a new Toyota vehicle. Each organization will use the new vehicle to do “good” in their local communities. The remaining finalists will each receive a $1000 grant from Toyota.

The first 25 winners in Toyota’s 100 Cars for Good program are:

Indiana SADD; Terre Haute, Ind.; May 9, 2011
Owensboro Area Shelter & Information Services; Owensboro, Ky.; May 10, 2011
North Mecklenburg Animal Services; Old Fort, N.C.; May 11, 2011
Lighthouse; Lincoln, Neb.; May 12, 2011
St. Louis Area Foodbank; Bridgeton, Mo.; May 13, 2011
Farmworker Association of Florida; Apopka, Fla.; May 14, 2011
Ohio Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals; Grove City, Ohio; May 15, 2011
Project Avary; Novato, Calif.; May 16, 2011
Freedom Bound Center; Sacramento, Calif.; May 17, 2011
Mission St. Louis; St. Louis, Mo.; May 18, 2011
City Gospel Mission; Cincinatti, Ohio; May 19, 2011
Alaska Christian College; Soldotna, AK; May 20, 2011
PAWS: Placing Animals Within Society; Bryson City, N.C.; May 21, 2011
Disabled Sports USA Far West; Citrus Heights, Calif.; May 22, 2011
Cindys Hope Chest; Indian Trail, N.C.; May 23, 2011
The Gentle Barn; Santa Clarita, Calif.; May 24, 2011
New Hampshire Food Bank; Manchester, N.H.; May 25, 2011
Children’s Specialized Hospital; Mountainside, N.J.; May 26, 2011
House of Bread and Peace; Evansville, Ind.; May 27, 2011
Community Soup Kitchen and Outreach Center; Morristown, N.J.; May 28, 2011
Camp Casey, Royal Oak, Mich.; May 29, 2011
Housing for All; Hyannis, Mass.; May 30, 2011
The Healing Place; Louisville, Ky.; May 31, 2011
Comfort Zone Camp; Richmond, Va.; June 1, 2011
Laura Recovery Center for Missing Children; Friendswood, Texas; June 2,2011

“We are delighted to announce the first 25 winners of the Toyota 100 Cars for Good Program,” said Jim Lentz, president of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. “The program was created to provide vehicles to deserving non-profit organizations that are doing good things in their communities. Each of the selected winners is a testament to the outstanding missions of their respective organizations. We congratulate our first 25 winners and wish the remaining finalists in the running the best of luck.”

To vote on which remaining organizations will receive a new vehicle to further support their missions, check out the Toyota Facebook page.

Toyota to Boost North American Production Earlier Than Expected

By admin | Posted in News, Toyota on Friday, May 13th, 2011 at 6:04 PM

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc. (TEMA) will boost production earlier than expected following the March 11 earthquake and tsunami in Japan. Beginning in June, overall North American production will reach approximately 70 percent of normal levels, up from approximately 30 percent in May.

The improvement in parts availability from Japan is the result of countermeasure activities implemented by affected suppliers. Toyota will continue to evaluate production model-by-model on a monthly basis, with a goal to return to fully normalized production by late this year.

Models returning to 100 percent production in June are Avalon, Camry, Corolla, Highlander, Matrix, Sequoia, Sienna and Venza.

“Our team members and suppliers are working closely on countermeasure activities to improve the parts condition from Japan. We continue to develop solutions in order to restore 100 percent production as soon as possible for all of our North American-made vehicles,” said Steve St. Angelo, executive vice president of TEMA. “We appreciate the patience of our customers and dealers.”

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Toyota Prius Hacked Into Energy-Generating Roller Coaster

By admin | Posted in Prius, Toyota on Thursday, May 5th, 2011 at 7:13 PM

Prius cars utilize regenerative breaking to harvest energy and recharge the battery… and that’s true when they’re used as roller coasters. A team of makers decided that they wanted to see what else a Prius could become, and so transformed it into a roller coaster car that gathers energy while breaking at the bottom of the hill.

Ideas for Good: Building a Hybrid Roller Coaster

A while ago, Toyota launched an “Ideas for Good” contest to gather really smart concepts for everything from more eco-friendly vehicles to disaster relief. Basically, Toyota said, “Hey, we have this cool car with tons of interesting parts…what else can you make it into that is useful and helpful to people?”

It’s a rather expensive way to get a prototype rolling, but if it inspires something bigger, then it’s a plus. NotCot reports, “Toyota teamed up with our favorite engineering crew Deeplocal to build a roller coaster from a 2011 Prius. The team of 5 gutted a Prius, using the engine, wiring harness, batteries, and Hybrid Synergy Drive system in a custom designed and fabricated coaster car… and a 70 foot coaster track out of steel.”

The cart can reach a speed of 15 mph when dropping down the platform, and get as much as 6,000 watts from a single run. That’s pretty amazing! The lights you see in the video above are all powered by the cart itself.

NotCot has tons of still images of the project.

Another project in the works through Ideas for Good, is a solar-powered disaster relief tent:

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Scion Introduces FR-S Concept At New York Auto Show

By admin | Posted in Concept, News, Scion, Toyota on Monday, April 25th, 2011 at 6:16 PM

Plaza Scion in Brooklyn is the premiere location to find the Scion of your choice. We also carry Certified Pre Owned Used Scion in Brooklyn. Toyota premiered their new Scion concept vehicle, The Scion FR-S at the New York Auto Show this week. Read more…

One of the biggest introductions at the 2011 New York Auto Show would undoubtedly have to be the Scion FR-S Concept sports coupe. The concept will serve as the inspiration for a production model that will come to the Scion lineup next year.

The FR-S Concept — which stands for Front-engine, Rear-wheel drive, Sport — is Scion’s definition of an authentic rear-wheel-drive sports car. Although it’s intended to deliver style and exhilarating performance, it’s also aimed at being surprisingly flexible and fuel efficient.

“Scion is always experimenting with new things,” said Jack Hollis, Scion vice president. “The brand is iconic with the xB, adrenalized by the tC, and groundbreaking with the iQ. The FR-S will expand the brand into yet another new dimension that I know it is truly destined for.”

Although it has all the attitude of a Scion, the FR-S Concept also pays homage to Toyota’s roots. The sports coupe is most inspired by the AE86 generation of the Corolla, better known as the Hachi-Roku, meaning “8-6” in Japanese. The car’s overall profile is also inspired by the Toyota 2000GT. Thanks to its flat 2.0-liter boxer engine and rear-wheel drive configuration, the FR-S Concept is also well-balances with a very low center of gravity.

Under the hood, the naturally-aspirated boxer engine also features Toyota’s D4-S injection system, which utilizes both direct and port injection, resulting in increased horsepower and torque throughout the entire powerband, without sacrificing MPG.

“Akio Toyoda has mentioned that he is going to bring the fun-to-drive spirit back to Toyota,” Hollis said. “I know that the Scion FR-S Concept is one of the ways that he plans to accomplish that.”

By: Toyota In The News

Toyota Announces Priority Registration Web Site for All-New Prius Plug-In Hybrid

By admin | Posted in News, Prius, Toyota on Wednesday, April 20th, 2011 at 6:26 PM

TORRANCE, Calif., April 19, 2011 – - Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today announced the introduction of a new Online Order System that will launch later this year for the all-new Prius Plug-in Hybrid, the most advanced Prius yet.

The first phase of the Online Order System, called Priority Registration, will launch on Earth Day, April 22, 2011. Customers who are interested in being one of the first to own a Prius Plug-in can log on to www.toyota.com/plugin and complete their registration on the site. Toyota’s Priority Registration allows the customer first access to the Online Order System when it becomes available later in the year.

The new Online Order System will allow customers the convenience of configuring their own vehicle from any web browser, select their dealership of choice (within 15 launch states), and track their order through production, distribution and delivery.

“The Prius Plug-in Online Ordering system was inspired by the success and positive customer feedback we had to similar online ordering systems for the first two generations of Prius,” said Bob Carter, Toyota Division group vice president and general manager. “We feel the Prius Plug-in target customer will expect a purchase experience that is as advanced and convenient as the product itself. The Online Ordering System is designed to meet those expectations.”

The Prius Plug-in will begin arriving at Toyota dealers in 15 launch states in spring 2012, with a nationwide roll-out the following year. The 15 launch states include the following: Arizona, California, Connecticut, Hawaii*, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington.

*Prius Plug-in online ordering will not be available in Hawaii.

By: Toyota Pressroom

Now customers looking for a Toyota Prius in Brooklyn – or for a Toyota Prius in New York, don’t even have to move from their computer to order the upcoming Toyota Prius Plug-in in Brooklyn. Toyota has announced their new Online Order System for our Brooklyn Toyota Customers interested in being one of the first to have the Prius Plug-in. Plaza Toyota will provide the information on how to order to those looking for a Toyota Prius in Staten Island, Toyota Prius in Queens, Toyota Prius in Manhattan.

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Toyota Offers Performance Package For Prius Hybrid

Toyota To Unveil Hybrid Sports Car

Toyota Announces First 25 Winners In “100 Cars For Good” Program

Toyota to Boost North American Production Earlier Than Expected

Toyota Prius Hacked Into Energy-Generating Roller Coaster

Ideas for Good: Building a Hybrid Roller Coaster

Scion Introduces FR-S Concept At New York Auto Show

Toyota Announces Priority Registration Web Site for All-New Prius Plug-In Hybrid

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