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As reported in a recent article in Forbes.com, the average age of all light-duty vehicles in the U.S. has reached a new all-time high of 11.5 years according to IHS Automotive. Based on a study by iSeeCars.com, an average of 13.5% of cars 10 or years older are held onto by their initial purchaser. Out of 15 models, nine were Toyota models, including the Prius, RAV4, Highlander, Sienna, Camry, Avalon, Corolla, 4Runner and Matrix. Here is the full article from Forbes.com.

One of the things Toyota, Lexus and Scion do best: Make reliable products that hold their value. Edmunds.com just released their 2014 Best Retained Value Awards and among the individual awards for Toyota are (Avalon, Scion xB, Venza, Prius v, Tacoma, FJ Cruiser Tundra, Sequoia) and the honorable mentions include: (Camry, Scion FR-S, Rav4, Highlander 4Runner, Sienna) For the full list of winners and honorable mentions, click here: http://edmu.in/1lF5rQq

Nickelodeon and Toyota are making this the best summer ever for SpongeBob fans with the creation of the first SpongeBob SquarePants-inspired vehicle. The SpongeBob 2014 Toyota Highlander will feature a custom SpongeBob-themed exterior and an interior design that captures all of the beloved character’s high-octane energy.  The one-of-a-kind concept vehicle will be unveiled on July 13th, during Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob Day at the Padres vs. Giants game in San Diego, Calif. Click here for the full story.

Hymie’s Deli of Merion uses Max Paul’s Ardmore Toyota as their official vehicle of transportation for their World Famous Deli. To learn more about Hymie’s click here. Question of the day:    What is your favorite Deli meal?

If you’re looking to add a bit of pizzazz to your car, talk to your dealer. In order to build a successful dealership, dealers have networked and partnered with some of the industry’s best automotive craftsmen. Dealers seek out and know the very best because they want to maintain their good name and solid relationships with their clientele. Want pin striping? Your dealer knows the guy to see. Want your company’s logo added to your car? Ask your dealer for a recommendation. Whatever your car query is, your dealer will be able to give you a trustworthy suggestion (or two)!

Answer: the Toyota Prius C hybrid car, according to Edmunds.com’s analysis of March sales and inventory numbers. The Prius C, the newest, smallest, and least expensive member of the Toyota Prius hybrid family, barely has time to dirty its tires because the Prius C, which starts at $19,000, stays on the dealership lot only about eight days until a buyer drives it away. In addition to the Prius C hybrid, the Toyota Camry Hybrid and Toyota Highlander Hybrid also made the list of quickest-selling cars in March; the Prius V, the larger member of the family of three, was on that list in February. Click here to read the full story

You've probably seen car dealership coupons in the newspaper. But even if your favorite dealer doesn't print them, they still might be offering deals. Always ask if there's a sale happening, or whether your dealer is prepared to honor a competitor's coupon. Dealers want your loyalty, so they'll usually be willing to work with you. Use the savings to buy your new car a pair of fuzzy dice!

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.

If you guessed the Toyota Corolla, you are correct! That is right, over 35 Million Toyota Corolla's have been sold in the world since 1966, based on www.Automotive.com. Do you have a Toyota Corolla story for us? Tell us your Corolla story!

Money Magazine, (part of CNN Money,) just came out with its Top 100 places to live in America. Guess which town is ranked #45? You guessed it, Ardmore, Pennsylvania, the home of Ardmore Toyota. We are so proud to be part of such a great community. Click here to read the full article! Congratulations Ardmore! Is Ardmore a great town or what? Tell us what you think!