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Who is concerned about safety? Where does it rank when you go and buy a family Sedan? For most people it is at the top. That being said, there is great news from the U.S. Government. The All New 2012 Toyota Camry is one of three vehicles thus far that has received the 5 Star Safety Rating! The redesigned 2012 Camry earned a five-star overall rating, getting four stars in the frontal test, five stars in the side-crash test and four stars in the rollover test. Check out the article below that was in the USA Today:

We are really impressed with this new Scion. Take a minute and read this post and check out the images of the 2013 Scion FR-S Sports Car. What are your thoughts on the 2013 Scion FR-S Sports Car? With the introduction tonight of the 2013 Scion FR-S, the triumvirate of oh-so-similar sport coupes born of the joint venture between Toyota and Subaru is complete. With its introduction, the FR-S also marks the return of some excitement to Toyota's lineup of products in the U.S., even if it is branded as a Scion. The Japanese automaker hasn't offered a true performance machine in the U.S. since the MR2 Spyder ended production in 2007. The more hardcore Supra disappeared from American soil almost a decade earlier in 1998. Click here for the full story. To check out the photo gallery, click here. What do you think?

We want to thank all our customers and friends for attending the WOGL 98.1 Bob Seger Concert Ticket Giveaway on Saturday November 26, 2011. In addition to free Tickets, we gave away some additional great prizes to everyone and had a great barbeque for all our customers. Did you attend the event? Are you going to the Concert on Saturday December 3rd? We want to hear from you!

Fancy yourself a mechanic? Do you have a big shelf in the garage at home, full of motor oil, wiper fluid, cleansers--everything your car might need in a pinch? Great! But remember to read the label. Car fluids have a 'sell by' date, after which they deteriorate rapidly. Their effectiveness isn't just compromised; old fluids can actually harm your car. Remember--you wouldn't drink expired milk, so don't feed your car the bad stuff! Your dealer will hook you up with all the up-to-date products you need to keep your car running smoothly.

2011 Progress Report on Quality, Safety, Reliability & Value Two years ago, Toyota Motor Corporation President Akio Toyoda recommitted the entire company to ensuring that Toyota products met the highest standards for quality, safety, reliability and retained value. The results of this global effort have become increasingly evident based on the long list of third-party accolades Toyota and its vehicles have recently received in recognition of this progress. QUALITY Lexus was the highest ranking nameplate in the industry in the 2011 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study and earned more segment awards than any other premium brand. The Toyota Division moved up 14 positions to place seventh in the study. Toyota ranked as the #1 manufacturer for lowest percentage of “check engine”-related failures and lowest average related repair costs, looking at 2001 to 2011 Model Year vehicles over the past year, according to the first annual CarMD Vehicle Health Index. According to ALG’s Fall 2011 Perceived Quality Study, Toyota’s perceived quality score rose more than two percent over the last six months, closing the gap with Honda, while Lexus once again was ranked #1 among luxury brands. The Lexus IS won the entry premium car segment in the 2011 J.D. Power and Associates Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study. Toyota and Lexus won 11 awards – more than half the 21 total awards – in IntelliChoice.com’s Best Overall Values of the Year. SAFETY Eleven Toyota, Lexus and Scion vehicles were named 2011 “Top Safety Picks” by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, including the Toyota Avalon, Corolla, Highlander, Prius, Sienna, Tundra and Venza, the Scion tC and xB, and the Lexus CT 200h and RX. RELIABILITY Toyota and Lexus brands took home seven top awards in J.D. Power’s 2011 Vehicle Dependability Survey -- more than any other full line manufacturer. Toyota was rated the “Best Durability of any full-line manufacturer" by R.L. Polk, based on longevity for U.S. vehicles in operation registration statistics MY1987-2010. 90% of Toyotas sold new in the 15 years between MY1996 and MY2010 are still on the road, according to R.L. Polk. RETAINED VALUE Kelley Blue Book named Toyota the 2012 Best Resale Value Brand for the second time in three years and Lexus as the Best Resale Value Luxury Brand in the 2012 Best Resale Value Awards. ALG named Lexus the Best Luxury Brand in its 2011 Residual Value Awards.  Toyota and Lexus segment award winners include Toyota Tacoma, Toyota Tundra and Lexus CT 200h. ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITMENT Toyota was ranked #1 overall among Interbrand’s 2011 Best Global Green Brands. Toyotas account for two-thirds of all hybrids on the road today (R.L. Polk) Toyota and Lexus hybrids comprise nearly three-quarters (73%) of all hybrids Prius alone makes up half (52%) Nine out of 10 (91%) of all hybrid-only models on the road are Prius vehicles In April 2011, Toyota announced the one-millionth sale of the Prius in the U.S., while worldwide sales have topped the 3 million mark The 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in, which will go on sale in the spring of 2012, earned Decisive magazine’s annual Urban Green Vehicle of the Year Award.

How annoying is it when your check engine light comes on? Well, this past weekend CarMD came out with some great news about check engine lights and Toyota's. Guess what? Toyota had the lowest percentage of red light reports/problems seen. The first annual CarMD Vehicle Health Index ranked vehicles using real-world, statistically-based data for the fewest average repair incidents and lowest average repair costs for model-year 2001 to 2011 vehicles in the U.S. Click Here for the full story! Plus, Click Here to check out the CarMD Website. Do you have questions about check engine lights? Let us know and we would be happy to help.

People are always asking, "Are Hybrids Safe?" Well now there is research and data to prove they are. Research by an affiliate of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety shows hybrid vehicles are safer than their conventional counterparts when it comes to shielding their occupants from injuries in crashes. Click Here for the full story! We have a question. What is the most important feature you look for when looking at cars? Is it safety? Let us know.

The holidays are here, and we're all trying to save money. It's tempting to put that oil change off 'til your next paycheck, and that rattle in your engine ... can't it wait for the new year? Maybe not. Problems can worsen without warning, and a little timely prevention can save you from a costly cure. Your dealer mechanic knows your car best, letting him fix it faster, cheaper, and more efficiently. He can spot problems before they occur. So make sure to budget for routine maintenance, and if your car acts up, visit your dealer immediately. A car equals freedom to go to work, run errands and have fun - don't gamble with it!

Are you driving a Toyota? Then we have some great news for you! Toyota is the manufacturer with the highest resale value. That means when you go and trade in your car for another vehicle (hopefully a Toyota at Ardmore Toyota!) You will get more value on your car than any other manufacturer. That is also great news when researching a new car to buy! How important is resale value to you when looking to purchase a car? Some Highlights: -Toyota was named the top brand in 2012 Kelley Blue Book’s 2012 Best Resale Value Awards. -All-New Camry Wins Best Resale Value in Mid-Size Car Class. Click Here for the full story! Click Here for more from Kelley Blue Book.

On Thursday, November 10, 2011, the 3rd Annual Taste of Ardmore was held at Ardmore Toyota. Local restaurants participated in the tasting of different items from their menus. In addition, there was a fashion show with some of the newest designs by local designers. Thank you for all who participated to support this wonderful evening! Check out this short video from the event: For more great photos, check out The Ardmore Patch.

Time to trade in your car? You dealer may give you the best deal. They know it, they've worked on it, and they can get it back to showroom shape more quickly than others. They'll probably do the re-selling, too, so it makes sense for them to give you a competitive price. So when you want something bigger, better and faster, let your dealer estimate on what your old car is worth. The number might surprise you.

NEW YORK – November 9, 2011 – Toyota, the most fuel-efficient full line auto manufacturer in the United States today reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability throughout its operations and beyond as it released its 2011 North America Environmental Report.  The report details the substantial success that Toyota has had in meeting or exceeding the goals of its aggressive, five-year Environmental Action Plan (EAP). Among the key achievements outlined in the 2011 report are: Major developments in advanced technology vehicles, including the launch of an expanded family of four Prius vehicles, a new partnership with California’s Tesla Motors to produce an electric, zero emission version of the RAV4 crossover SUV, and the opening of the first pipeline-fed hydrogen filling station in the U.S. Significant improvements in fuel economy across Toyota’s fleet over the past five years, including a 12% improvement in Corporate Average Fuel Economy (or CAFE standards) for U.S. cars and a 10% improvement in U.S. truck CAFE standards Near zero-landfill status at each of Toyota’s North American manufacturing plants as well as a 35% decrease in the amount of nonsaleable waste per vehicle produced Expanded local partnerships to improve the environment, including helping towns and counties reduce energy use, donating used plastics that are recycled to fund a local program for the disabled, and working with dealerships and suppliers to build “greener” facilities. Click here to read the full story. We are interested in hearing from you. What types of things do you do in your own home to be more sustainable & help the environment?