Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Toyota Produces 25 Millionth North American-Built Vehicle!

Toyota celebrated the 25 millionth vehicle manufactured in North America today at a ceremony at its Georgetown, Ky., plant coinciding with the start of production for the all-new 2013 Avalon. The milestone vehicle – a Classic Silver Hybrid Avalon – represents 26 years of manufacturing, a direct investment of nearly $24 billion in North American operations and 365,000 jobs created in the United States.


“Toyota’s 25 millionth vehicle signifies the tireless work of thousands of Toyota team members, hundreds of North American supplier partners, and great dealers giving their best every day,” said Steve St. Angelo, executive vice president of Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc. “We continue to evolve as a company thanks to their commitment to build the best vehicles in the market.”

Wil James, president of Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky, Inc., the company’s largest manufacturing operation in North America, emceed the event. “This is a pivotal time in Toyota’s history,” James said to an enthusiastic crowd of manufacturing team members. “What better way to cap off 26 years of manufacturing excellence than with the all-new Kentucky- built Avalon, a shining example of what our customers have to look forward to in the future.”

Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear and University of Kentucky Men's Basketball Coach
John Calipari also addressed the audience. Toyota’s Georgetown plant employs approximately 6,600 and builds the Camry, Camry Hybrid, Avalon, Venza, and manufactures 4-cylinder and V6 engines. Toyota’s North American production includes 12 models representing 70 percent of U.S. sales.

"We thank the millions of customers, some of the finest team members in the world, hundreds of excellent North American suppliers and our outstanding dealers who have supported us in reaching this milestone,” said Bill Fay, Group Vice President and General Manager, Toyota Division, Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.

The following are rounded production figures for North American Toyota plants by vehicle:

Manufacturing Site
Model
Total Production
Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky, Inc. (TMMK)
Sienna
551,000
Solara
210,000
Avalon
      1,264,000
Camry
      6,779,000
Camry Hybrid
200,000
Venza
243,000
Total
9,247,000
New United Motor Manufacturing, Inc.
(NUMMI)

Voltz
10,000
Corolla
3,237,100
Tacoma
2,550,000
Total
5,797,100
Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Indiana, Inc.
(TMMI)
Tundra
989,000
Highlander
319,000
Sequoia
517,000
Sienna
      1,418,000
Total
3,243,000
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada, Inc.
(TMMC)
Solara
215,500
Corolla
2,951,000
Matrix
653,000
RX 350
661,000
RAV4
514,000
RAV4 EV
       400
Total
       4,994,900
Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Mississippi, Inc. (TMMMS)
Corolla
111,000
Total
111,000
Toyota Motor Manufacturing de Baja California (TMMBC)
Tacoma
336,000
Total
336,000
Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Texas, Inc. (TMMTX)

Tacoma
198,000
Tundra
608,000
Total
806,000
Subaru Indiana Automotive, Inc.
(SIA)
Camry
465,000
Total
465,000
Total North American Vehicle Production
Grand Total
25,000,000
courtesy of pressroom.toyota.com

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Thank you for this review! Great job, team!

5-Star Review on DealerRater:

"My husband and I have been casually looking for a new car. We have been to several dealerships and were getting frustrated with the pushy sales people. My husband initialy stopped by Toyota Carlsbad just to look and was greeted by Lisa. She was very friendly and helpful. Most of all, she wasn't pushy. Lisa listened to exactly what he said we were looking to do (trade in for a Camry and knew our price range), and she pointed him in the right direction. After he found a few cars, I met him at the dealership and the sale began. Lisa was so helpful in explaining the price and terms. We then went to Nicki in the Finance Department to seal the deal. She was so friendly and helpful.. Nicki took the time to explain all the different options we could add and answered all of our questions when we were confused. We left very excited about the new car. We loved the experience so much, we went back three days later and traded in our other car for another Camry. We worked with Lisa again and then Lou in finance. Again, the experience was nothing less than fantastic. We have been and will continue to refer our friends and family to Lisa at Toyota Carlsbad."

 

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Attention fans! Our "Cutest Dog Photo" contest is coming to an end!

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Part 1: Submit Photo of your dog via Facebook Contest app – October 1st-31st
Part 2: Voting for Cutest Dog via Cutest Dog Facebook Photo Album – November 1st-31st

Prizes
Include:
1st Place: $100 to Petco
2nd Place: $75 Parts/Service
3rd Place: $50 Parts/Service
4th Place: $25 Parts/Service

Please click on the link to enter to win! http://on.fb.me/RTpYzj

Monday, October 22, 2012

The Toyota Tundra half-ton pickup truck, without any special modifications, successfully towed the 150,000 pound space shuttle Endeavour across a bridge spanning the nation's busiest freeway on Friday night, Oct. 12!! The tow was a result of a 20-year par

Thank you for this fabulous review! Happy Monday!

5-Star Review on DealerRater:

"My family and I bought a 2012 Camry in October 2012 and the experience was more pleasant than we thought. We were greeted within minutes of arriving. Martin (make sure you ask for him or his assistant, Arianna) was very professional throughout his sales pitch. Never pushy or bossy, I had all my questions answered in a way that didn't make me feel like an idiot. I got a reasonable value for my trade-in and they were generous enough to bring my three different colors of Camry's. Would definetly recommend them to my friends and family that are in the market for a Toyota."

Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Fans to Win Big and Often in Toyota Racing Dream Build Challenge!

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The Toyota Racing Dream Build Challenge, which will be making charitable donations totaling $100,000, is giving fans a chance to win too. For 10 days, fans not only get to help their favorite drivers, builds and charities win, they also have opportunities to win prizes themselves.

From Oct. 20 - 29, fans can log in to www.toyotaracingdreambuild.com to vote for their favorite Dream Build Challenge team and register to win the Toyota Racing Dream Trip Grand Prize. Fans can feel good casting their votes to help the winning charity take home $50,000, with second place receiving $25,000, third place $15,000 and fourth $10,000, and they can register for their own opportunity to win daily prizes in the sweepstakes.

The Grand Prize will feature an exclusive race experience, and the winner can select from either a NASCAR or NHRA race event.

The NASCAR edition of the Dream Race Trip will include two grandstand tickets, two NASCAR Hot Passes and a $1,500 American Express gift card. NASCAR's Hot Passes give fans up-close exposure to the team garages and pre-race activity during "hot" times at the track.

If an NHRA race is preferred, the Grand Prize will feature two general event tickets for select NHRA races with driver pit hospitality access, event parking and a $1,500 American Express gift card. The winner will also have an opportunity for a meet and greet with one or more Toyota racing driver(s).

Additionally, once per day during the voting period, a fortunate fan will take home a $100 American Express gift card. Daily winners can also be featured on the Toyota Racing Dream Build Challenge home page at their discretion.

courtesy of pressroom.toyota.com

Monday, October 15, 2012

Attention fans! Our "Cutest Dog Photo" contest is up and running!

Thank you for this wonderful review. We are happy to hear your excellent feedback!

5-Star Review on DealerRater:

"we have been doing business with toyota of carlsbad for ten years now and have always had the best of service. we have been working with Duff Joy on all our purchases.He is great knows what we want and makes the buying process so easy and such a great experience.The dealership is excellent when buying a car from the salesman to the finance department to the service center always friendly always helpful. when ever anyone ask we always recomend toyota of carlsbad,we wouldn't go anywhere else."

Friday, October 5, 2012

Thank you for this fabulous review, Marie!

5-Star Review on Google + Local:

"Ernan Northrup was my sales rep and truly new the Avalon I purchased inside and out. It was a fun and exciting car experience."

Tuesday, October 2, 2012

Toyota is Among the Top 10 ‘Best Global Brands’ for 2012! Way to go, Toyota!

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Toyota once again ranked the highest of automotive brands and No. 10 among all brands on Interbrand’s 2012 Best Global Brands list.  Topping the 13th annual 100 Best Global Brands report was Coca-Cola, followed by Apple, IBM, Google and Microsoft.

In the automotive sector, Toyota was followed by Mercedes Benz (#11), BMW (#12) and Honda (#21).  Interbrands stated in their report that automotive brands are becoming more attuned to the emotional connection consumers have with their cars.

Interbrand creates the ranking by examining a brand’s financial performance, the role the brand plays in influencing consumer choice, and strength the brand has to command a premium price or secure earnings for the company.

courtesy of interbrand.com

Thank you for this review, Jennifer!

5-Star Review on Google + Local:

"Thanks Ernan for a low stress and professional experience. We believe we will be long time customers. Thanks."

Monday, October 1, 2012

Thank you for these awesome reviews, Cynthia & Jesse!

5-Star Review on Google + Local:

"I was at Toyota Carlsbad today and test drove a Prius, I got a no pressure vibe from salesmen Ernan Northrup which was wonderful if I do decide to return for the Prius I will definitely purchase it from Ernan.

First time at the dealership and let me tell you, wow! My sales person was Henry Gonzales and he was nothing but professional, knows the product and made us feel like we were human beings and not just a walking bank! He listen to what we wanted and need it. Will go back again for sure!!"