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"Toyota Motor Corp.'s rebound from record recalls that depressed sales and hurt its reputation for quality got a boost from a U.S. government report finding no link between electronics in the company's vehicles and sudden acceleration incidents." Read more!

The Government's clearing of Toyota electronics in cases of unintended acceleration have consumers feeling more positive about Toyota. Click here to view the latest report from Automotive News Now.

Click here to read the article by The Inquirer from February 9, 2011 and a quote by Jamie Haberle, Service Manager at Central City Toyota!

The average car battery lasts 3-5 years. But extreme weather can send it to an early grave, and if you take many short trips, the battery won’t recharge properly. We all know the importance of carrying good jumper cables, but to avoid being stranded it’s important to take preventative action. Clean your battery twice a year with terminal connector spray, which will fight corrosion and keep it operating at maximum efficiency. Ask your dealer mechanic to check surface voltage and alternator output at every maintenance visit, and when it’s time for the battery to be replaced, make sure your new battery stays encased in its insulation jacket. Be kind to your battery; it keeps you rolling!

On November 11, 2010 Ardmore Toyota presented and hosted a wonderful event for The Ardmore Initiative.  The Ardmore Initiative is the business district authority responsible for physical improvements and economic development in downtown Ardmore.  The event known as the "Taste of Ardmore" showcased Ardmore’s quality restaurants and merchants.  Check out the video from last years' event.

After NASA found no evidence that electronics were to blame for alleged unintended acceleration in Toyota vehicles, some news outlets concluded this week that Toyota received a bum rap from the media, consumer safety advocates and politicians during the past year. To read a sampling of the articles, please click on the following links: "Toyota: The Media Owe You an Apology," Bloomberg Businessweek: http://www.businessweek.com/lifestyle/content/feb2011/bw20110210_848076.htm "We Were Right. Toyota Vindicated," Louisville Public Policy Examiner: http://www.examiner.com/public-policy-in-louisville/we-were-right-toyota-vindicated "The Safety Police Go After Toyota Again," Fortune: http://money.cnn.com/2011/02/10/autos/toyota_acceleration_investigation_consumer _advocates.fortune/index.htm "Toyota’s Recall Crisis: What Have We Learned?" http://blogs.hbr.org/cs/2011/02/toyotas_recall_crisis_full_of.html

Winter’s here—the season for saving money and staying warm. But cold weather can be brutal to your car’s health. If you visit your dealer for some routine maintenance, you’ll cruise with confidence when the sun comes out. Here are some things your expert dealer mechanic will check: Does your car need a bath? Rock salt build-up will corrode your car’s paint job, wheel wells, etc. Your dealer’s wash service uses mild detergent that’s specially selected for your car, guaranteeing that brand-new look. Your battery and fluids. Make sure your battery is strong against the chill, and you have enough wiper fluid to wash away debris. Wipers. Now that you’re using your wipers more than ever, make sure those blades are in top shape. Brakes. Winter driving can be an adventure, so make sure you’re able to stop on a dime. Are your filters clean? Change dirty, moist air filters to maximize your heating efficiency and keep your car smelling fresh. Let your dealer winterize your car now, and when summer comes you’ll have more cash to play with when you hit the open road.

Read this Link for additional information: Toyota Statement on Government Findings

Below is an article that appeared in the Ronald McDonald House Messages of Hope Newsletter from 2010. "Once again, our sincere appreciation goes out to Max and Sandi Paul of Central City Toyota for donating two new vans for our families at Chestnut Street. Van "Sandi" is shown below. The vans enable families to easily get back and forth from the hospital without having to worry about parking, traffic, costs, or navigating an unfamiliar city. Over the past decades, the Paul Family has donated multiple vans to the house, and we thank them for their crucial ongoing support."

Ardmore Toyota has always been a very integral part of the community. On December 30th, 2010, we gave the Lower Merion Township a new 2010 Toyota Prius. With the Hybrid technology, the Township will be saving money on gas, while driving an environmentally friendly car. We are proud to support the Lower Merion Township and our community and look forward to our continued relationship with our Lower Merion family!

At Ardmore Toyota, we want to make sure our customers are aware of not only the accomplishments of our company, but also of the accomplishments of Toyota as a brand. Toyota had an excellent year in 2010 as you will see by the examples listed below. 2011 is here and Toyota is already off to an excellent start. Take a Look: - Toyota - #1 retail brand in America - Camry - #1 selling car in America - KBB validated Toyota as the most considered brand - 17 Toyota family vehicles ranked “Most Reliable” and 12 “Recommended” by Consumer Reports; more in both categories than any other manufacturer - Eight Toyota products earned 2011 “Top Safety” picks from the IIHS - Industry leading Certified Used sales - Benchmark dealer profitability - 9 million campaign vehicles repaired Make no doubt about it folks, Toyota is continuing to Move Forward. Thank you for your business and continued loyalty to Ardmore Toyota, Central City Toyota and Toyota, USA!