Thursday, June 28, 2012
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
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Employee Pricing This Weekend at Toyota of Puyallup!
Employee Pricing This Weekend at Toyota of Puyallup! 3 Days Only – Starts Friday. Test Drive any new Toyota and get lunch for two at Five Guys. Plus we will have a bounce house for the kids on site! Don't miss out on this amazing offer!
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
As Driverless Cars Inch Closer to Reality, Researchers Mull Impact
As automobile development moves closer and closer to automated or semi-automated vehicles, manufacturers and the Transportation Research Board are exploring the ramifications of these "intelligent" cars and the effects on the public.
A TRB workshop on the future of automated cars and driving is scheduled for July 24-26 at the Beckman Center in Irvine. The full title of the event is "Future of Road Vehicle Automation and PreConference Workshop on Early Automation Deployment Opportunities in Managed Lane Operations."
Meanwhile, there is general acknowledgement in the industry that, while new technologies may enhance safety and take over some of the tasks drivers now have to perform manually, there will be problems inherent in the use of this new technology.
Innovations already available on some cars, such Ford's automated parallel-parking function, are not so much at issue as are systems that monitor traffic situations and either provide warning prompts or make decisions about the operation of the vehicle. In addition to the fail-safe nature of such systems, there is the human element to consider.
Internet giant Google is vigorously pursuing the concept of fully automated vehicles, winning a U.S. patent late last year for "Transitioning a mixed-mode vehicle to autonomous mode." Prompted in part by a Google lobbying effort, Nevada passed legislation in July 2011 regulating "driverless" cars.
Advanced vehicle automation is anticipated to make its way to the marketplace within the decade, but an equivalent of aviation's autopilot, to all but completely take over the duties of operating the vehicle, is not in the foreseeable future.
That doesn't mean that drivers won't expect more of the technology than it is capable of delivering.
General Motors is conducting studies on how driver behavior will be influenced by emerging technologies. The upshot of their research is summed up by GM Research Program manager Jeremy Salinger, who said, "The focus was on how people might change their behaviors from what they normally do when they drive cars."
GM researchers have observed how when drivers multi-task, they make relatively frequent but brief glances away from their primary function of driving. The dangers of such distraction will not be erased by the driver aids coming in the next 10 years, Salinger said.
Referring to the operation of a "smart" vehicle, he said, "This is not a time that you can start reading a book."
Inside Line says: The good news is that early research shows that the driver's attention is more sharply focused when technology such as Forward Collision Alert is operative. The bad news is that such heightened attention may not be sustained as drivers become accustomed to technological aids and allow themselves to become more dependent upon them.
***Courtesy of Insideline.com
Monday, June 25, 2012
It’s officially here; the all-new Prius plug-in, “the hybrid you know and low, recharged.”
It’s officially here; the all-new Prius plug-in, “the hybrid you know and love, recharged.” For more information on Prius plug-in visit our website at http://bit.ly/KZJ8C9
Thursday, June 21, 2012
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Enter our Monthly Facebook Contest to win $250!
Hey fans make sure to enter our monthly Facebook contest with a current photo or story describing how much you love your Toyota! Just go to our Facebook page at http://on.fb.me/MstZdq and like us to enter and win $250!
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
Toyota to become more aggressive with its use of hydrogen fuel in the future
Toyota re-enters the motor sports scene with hybrid racers
Famed Japanese automaker Toyota has long held an interest in hydrogen fuel. The Pruis hybrid managed to attract praise for its use of hydrogen fuel. That had been the extent of the company’s support of fuel cells for several years. Recently, however, Toyota re-entered the motor sports arena with the introduction of two hybrid racecars that each feature a hydrogen fuel cell. The vehicles made their debut at this week’s 24 Hours of Le Mans event in France. During the event, Toyota’s vice-chairman, Takeshi Uchiyamada, announced that the company will become more aggressive with its use of hydrogen fuel cells in the future.
FCV-R vehicle slated for 2015 release
According to Uchiyamada, Toyota plans to release a new hydrogen-powered vehicle in 2015. The vehicle is tentatively called the Toyota FCV-R. The automaker has been keen to show off the concept of this new vehicle at various auto shows around the world. The vehicle is powered by a single hydrogen fuel cell that has been designed by Toyota. The FCV-R is expected to see limited release next year, but may expand into more markets based upon its success.
Toyota continues work to combine hydrogen fuel cells with batteries
Hydrogen fuel cells have become one of Toyota’s most promising tools in its pursuit to incorporate more alternative energy into its business. The company has a keen interest in combining hydrogen fuel cells with lithium-ion batteries. It believes that hybrid electric vehicles present an economic solution for a new generation of drivers who are growing more concerned for their environment and their own finances.
Mass production of hydrogen-powered vehicles to begin this decade
The company has also announced that it will begin mass production of hydrogen powered vehicles within the decade. Toyota is not the only car manufacturer developing vehicles that make use of hydrogen fuel cells, but it is one of the few that has planned for mass production within a certain time frame.
*** Courtesy Hydrogenfuelnews.com
Monday, June 18, 2012
Congratulations to Toyota of Puyallup’s May contest winner, Chris Johnson!
Congratulations to Toyota of Puyallup’s May contest winner, Chris Johnson! We hope you enjoy your free gas card!
Thursday, June 14, 2012
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Get this all new 2012 Tundra with 0% APR for 60 months and $1,000 bonus cash.
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Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Come join us at this years Meeker Days' Festival!
Come out this Fri-Sun to Puyallups Meeker Days' Festival and join us for a fun time with Puyallups Main Street Association. They are projecting 60,000-80,000 people to attend over the three days! If you're interested in volunteering to help, please email your current phone number, the time slot and area that work best for you (and your friends) along with your T-shirt size(s) to:info@puyallupmainstreet.com! Don't miss out on all the fun, I know we wont be!
Monday, June 11, 2012
We want to welcome Joe Lim to the Toyota of Puyallup family!
We want to welcome Joe Lim to the Toyota of Puyallup family and thank him for his recent purchase of a new Scion FR-S. We hope you enjoy it!
Friday, June 8, 2012
Congratulations to our team for earning these 2 five-star reviews!
"He impressed us so much with his knowledge and laid back attitude, that I went back on Thursday and purchased a 2012 FJ Cruiser. Both fantastic vehicles." Jennifer
Thursday, June 7, 2012
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Every Wednesday all active military personnel will receive $20.00 off of a service of a $100.00 or more!
Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE We just wanted to say thank you again to all the men and woman serving in our countries military by giving all active military personnel $20.00 off of a service of a $100.00 or more every Wednesday! For more information on this exclusive offer visit our website at http://bit.ly/NhQGCP
Tuesday, June 5, 2012
Now offering a $1,000 rebate to all college graduates!
Hey all you College Graduate, right now we are offering a $1,000 rebate for anyone who has recently graduated college! So hurry in and take advantage of this amazing offer! For more information visit our website at http://bit.ly/KZJ8C9
Monday, June 4, 2012
Hey fans, its military appreciation month here at Toyota of Puyallup!
Hey fans, it's military appreciation month here at Toyota of Puyallup so from now through July 4th, we will will be donating $50,00 for every new Toyota sold to constructing the second Fisher House!
Friday, June 1, 2012
Come join us tomorrow at the Wheels to Meals even in Puyallup that were sponsoring!
Hey fans, tomorrow June 2 we are sponsoring the Wheels to Meals event in Puyallup! So, come out and join us for a ride to fight hunger at WSU’s Puyallup Research & Extension Center!
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