The 2012 Yaris is a car that zips around with attitude and people are recognizing how much fun this subcompact can be. According to Toyota, sales for the 2012 Yaris were up 140 percent in April and 70 percent through the year. Come in to Daytona Toyota to take a look at a 2012 Yaris today!

This week at the Electric Vehicle Symposium in Los Angeles, Toyota revealed the all-new Toyota RAV4 EV. The newest all-electric vehicle from Toyota takes their most popular SUV model and gives it a charge. The new RAV4 EV has an expected driving range of 100 miles and an approximate charging time of six hours, according to Toyota. Not sacrificing driving performance or cargo capacity, the new RAV4 EV will be fully-equipped with an MSRP of $49,800.

Going on sale just in time for you to cruise under the summer sun, Scion announced the full details of the newest model to the Scion family - the FR-S rear-wheel drive sports car. The FR-S expands Scion’s line to five models and is a new design that adds depth. We previewed the FR-S last year, but the full details have been released today.

Earlier this year, Consumer Reports released its 2012 Top Picks and despite the heightened competition, Toyota dominated the field earning five of the top ten spots. No other automaker has been selected for that many Top Picks since 2003 and Daytona Toyota has great deals on all the Top Picks right now!

“Every year the competition grows tighter; in recent years as many as nine different brands have taken the top spots. Combined with the improved Camry, Toyota’s ability to maintain a competitive lead among hybrids and SUVs is a big factor in its strong presence on this year’s list,” said Rik Paul, Consumer Reports’ automotive editor, in the Consumer Reports article.

Last week at the New York International Auto Show, Toyota revealed the new look of the 2013 Avalon, a premium mid-size sedan with an updated exterior design. The Avalon will be available at Daytona Toyota later this year.

Toyota focused on the styling of the new Avalon, evolving from its predecessors in terms of exterior appeal. Edgy, with a flowing design, the new Avalon resembles a luxury vehicle and with a renovated interior, it may not be far from it.

In the past we discussed how leases can have costs when returning the vehicle based on going over the set mileage or wear and tear on the vehicle. Now, Toyota is looking to help its customers with a new Excess Wear and Use Protection Plan.

Keeping your car running smoothly takes care and a range of techniques but one of the most important maintenance projects is keeping your oil fresh. Changing the oil at regular intervals can do wonders for keeping your vehicle on the road. Conversely, one of the worst feelings is locking up an engine by running low on oil. We’ll examine how often you should change your oil and what types are best for your engine.

When looking to buy your next car or sell your current vehicle, there are factors that will affect the price. These factors can range from being under your control, like condition, to out of your hands, like economic climate. Keep the points in mind when looking to buy or sell for your best price.

You may give them a kick when checking out a new car but your tires need much more attention than a love tap. Keeping your tires in good condition can do more than just keep you on the road, it will improve gas mileage, vehicle handling and reduce the risk of breakdowns or accidents.

Summer brings up a lot of memories and many of them have been in your car. Big cross country family trip or an even short drive to the park, lake or ocean for a day of fun with family and friends. It doesn’t matter. Is your car ready for the heat?
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