New hydrogen vehicle to touch the ground in 2015

Looks like Toyota has a pretty finite plan to touch U.S. soil with a Hydrogen car in 2015. Toyota used a small prototype sedan in Japan earlier in the week to give test drives with. A similar car, with quick acceleration, sharp handling, and a different exterior is said to be making its debut at next month's Tokyo Motor Show. Will the technology seems new, it's actually been in the works since 2000. As you can imagine with the way technology advances nearly 14 years is quite a substantial amount of time for technology to be in the research and development stage. It wasn't that many years ago that the iPhone was just a concept, now look where we are. Think Would you be interested in a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle?

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More on the new driving support system.

Yesterday we posted the Toyota Press room news release about their newest advanced driving support system. The system looks like it uses a combination of different technologies to communicate with vehicles around it (equip with the same technology of course) to ensure a collision does not take place. This type of technology seems like something out of the movie i-Robot! Today we found a picture of the system in action and thought we would share. Tell us what you think about this type of technology and if you would want it in your Toyota. 

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The 2014 Corolla S+ and the STAR safety system

Our up and coming YouTube star Geoff Stephenson has added another video to his library that talks about the second portion of the STAR safety system, the TRAC control system on the 2014 Corolla S+. Check out the video below and be sure to stay tuned to see more videos by Geoff about the rest of the STAR safety system features.

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A new bargain on the 2014 Prius Plug-In

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It just got a little easier for drivers to maximize their fuel savings and be environmentally responsible.

Toyota’s most advanced technology passenger car, the Prius Plug-in, will be available to customers at a substantially reduced price beginning with the 2014 model year.

Toyota has reduced MSRP on the 2014 Prius Plug-in Hybrid by over $2,000, making the starting MSRP $29,990.

The 2014 Prius Plug-in Hybrid is well-equipped (similar to a Prius Three), but adds these appealing features:

• Heated cloth front seats – a unique standard feature available only on Prius Plug-in
• Remote Climate – a feature that allows customers to activate their A/C remotely (standard on Prius Plug-in, available on Prius Three)
• Ability to drive extended distances in EV Mode, helping to increase  fuel efficiency
• Unique 10-spoke alloy wheels
• 1 additional year of Roadside Assistance through ToyotaCare, for a total of 3 year

         

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A motorcycle inspired Toyota vehicle.

Toyota has recently confirmed a new production vehicle and it only has 3 wheels. The vehicle shares much in common with a motorcycle, and is fully electric. It's Toyota's i-Road electric trike, and its a close range inner city commuting vehicle whose wheels don't function like that of a car with a steering rack. Instead the vehicle takes advantage of lean angles and drives much like a motorcycle would, making it very compact. It's an interesting little vehicle that would work great for folks who commute around downtown Charleston. It doesn't look like we will ever see the vehicle in the states, but its still quite a neat concept and the fact that it is actually going into production in the JDM (Japanese domestic market) says something about Toyota's confidence in a vehicle of this nature. Take a look at the pictures below and be sure to stay tuned to our blog for more information on all things Toyota!

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A truck like frame for demanding conditions.

The 2014 4Runner is a little different than your average SUV. One of the things that make it different is the "Body-on-frame" design, which means much like a truck the body is set on top of a separate frame, unlike some of its competitors which use a car-like unibody construction. The 2014 4Runner is more rugged, thanks to its "Body-on-frame" design. While it may be a bit heavier and less agile on pavement, it's far better suited for heavy duty challenges like off-road use, towing, and hauling than unibody SUV's. Comment below if you have any questions about this awesome vehicle!

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Thank you for the support!

We just wanted to take a moment to thank all those who supported ITN Charleston Trident and the Toyota 100 cars for good program! The voting has ended, but the winners have not yet been announced. We really hope this wonderful organization takes home the win and a brand new Toyota Prius! Be sure to show your support for ITN Charleston in the future and check out the Shucking for Seniors event they have going on later this month.

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Butter cupcakes to congratulate the team!

Our service BDR team (internet and phone personnel) had a great month during September so we decided to give them a sweet treat to congratulate them. We went to Butter Cupcakes near the Tanger outlets to get a couple of hand crafted treats to help them celebrate. If you've never been and are a cupcake fan you should give it a try. Nice little local bakery with lots of options and an upscale vibe that is very clean. They also serve wine and have a a sprinkling station for cupcake. Check out the pictures below.

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CSU Buccaneers were live in the showroom!

Last night we had the CSU Buccaneers live in our show room to talk football and give us the highlights of their last game and their undefeated reign during September. They also served up southern BBQ and had their Buccaneers football webcast in our Scion showroom. Here's some pictures in case you missed it.

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What does a 10,000 pound towing capacity mean?

Lets a have a bit of fun with the new Toyota Tundra and put its towing capacity in to perspective.

The 2014 Tundra is capable of towing 10,000lbs which is approximately:

• 45,350 Blueberry muffins
• 12,600 Scuba masks
• 1,679,675 Ping pong balls
• 1,451,250 Bags of tea
• 5,000 Large Cheese Pizzas
• 2,900 College text books

In short, the 2014 Toyota Tundra is capable of towing quite a bit of stuff! What would you tow with a 2014 Tundra?  

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The Father of the Toyota Prius

The Washington Post had an interesting article earlier today about Toyota Motor Corp. Chairman Takeshi Uchiyamada, the pioneer of the Toyota Prius who rode his roller coaster of success to the top. The Chairman foresees a long future for fully electric future. 

Uchiyamada, a physicist who worked with the team that developed the Prius in the 1990s, said the group underestimated what it could achieve. It looked to boost fuel economy by 50 percent. Instead, the team more than doubled it.

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What color for your Corolla?

We just got a truckload of new 2014 Corollas in and have them available in nearly every color, trim level, and transmission you could ever want! With it's renowned reliability and awesome gas mileage there is a lot to love about the new Corolla. We are curious to know what you think the perfect color combo in a Corolla is and if there's anything you've done to set your Corolla apart from the rest, or know anyone who has please share it with us! 

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2014 Toyota 4Runner

The new 2014 4Runner should be here at Toyota in Charleston ,SC. The trim levels for the new 2014 4Runner are SR5 , SR5 Premium, Trail, Trail Premium, and the Limited model. Keep your eyes peeled HERE for when they are instock. Or call us at 843-797-8000

Tundra Limited interior

We really like these new 2014 Tundra trucks and this limited edition looks especially nice. All the little touches of stitching and wood grain really make the Interior pop. Feel free to share your thoughts by commenting below.

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They're clearly related, but how close?

We have had some interesting comments from customers and employees about the 2014 Corolla, but one of the comments seem to be heard on a weekly basis. A lot of people are saying that he 2014 Corolla S is a miniature, or baby Camry SE. While they certainly do look alike with the leather trim and touch screens, we will leave you to decide how closely related they are. Comment below and let us know what you think of the Corolla S vs. the Camary SE, and how closely related they are.

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Big brakes for your Scion?

Sticking with the theme of TRD parts we thought you might want to see how a TRD big brake kit looked on the Scion FR-S. The big brake kit is an awesome upgrade for any track type driving or big power turbo/supercharged vehicles that need the extra stopping power. Our parts and service departs have all the info you need and are able to both order and install any TRD components currently available.

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Supercharge the Tundra? Why not?

   
     As many of you may know Toyota has a Racing division named TRD or Toyota Racing Development. They build all sorts of great accessories for Scions, Tacomas, Tundras and other Toyota branded vehicles. Here at the dealership we have had some people ask about the TRD superchargers for various vehicles, the Tundra however has gotten more request than any of the other vehicles. We are thinking about building a TRD Tundra that has a super charger to showcase to our customers what the Tundra can do with a little boost. Tell us what you think a TRD Tundra should look like or comment below with any questions, and stay tuned in for more information on TRD products and the various Toyota vehicles they fit.

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Wireless charging for plug in Prius

A recent press release from Toyota has showcase the company working on a resonant induction charging system it has been developing in 2014 in the US and Europe. This technology will allow drivers to simply park in their garage and recharge their vehicle. We think its a great concept and want to know more about it. Tell us what you think. 

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Read more at http://cleantechnica.com/2013/09/26/prius-phev-wireless-charging/#Sp0pOFekABh6lwLO.99

Toyota Dream Build Challenge video!

Check out this video about the Toyota Dream Build Challenge and all the teams competing!

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Team KBM of the Toyota Dream Build Challenge!

Kyle Busch Motorsports and star driver Parker Kligerman team up with last year’s winner of the Dream Build Challenge, Detroit Speed, Inc., to take on a Camry project that will rock your world. Rally races throw cars on courses with everything from tarmac to dirt (sometimes even mud and snow), making the ability to handle a variety of conditions a requirement. Will last year’s Dream Build shop winners have what it takes to repeat with an ultimate rally build? Stay tuned to find out.

What's planned for this #DreamBuild?

• Rally-themed design
• Aggressive and adjustable suspension
• Turbonetics turbocharged power
• An awesome wheel and tire package from Formula43 and BFGoodrich

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