Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Toyota Announces Presenting Sponsorships of Morgan’s Wonderland, New Scorpions Stadium

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Toyota today announced its presenting sponsorship of Morgan’s Wonderland, the world’s first theme park specifically designed with special-needs individuals in mind and built for the enjoyment of everyone, as well as the new San Antonio Scorpions soccer and special-events stadium.  
As presenting sponsor of unique and colorful Morgan’s Wonderland in San Antonio, Toyota will provide major financial support for the 25-acre theme park, which is completely wheelchair-accessible. It features more than 25 elements and attractions including rides, playgrounds and gardens, and in its brief history, it already has attracted guests from all 50 states and more than 30 other countries.

Presenting sponsorship of Scorpions stadium will include naming the facility as Toyota Field. As a member of the North American Soccer League (NASL), which is one step removed from Major League Soccer, the Scorpions are the only team in professional sports to be organized for the expressed purpose of supporting a non-profit such as Morgan’s Wonderland that seeks to help those with special needs.

“Toyota is pleased to support Morgan’s Wonderland and the San Antonio Scorpions,” said Jack Hollis, Vice President of Marketing at Toyota Motor Sales, Inc.  “We are honored to be able to support the mission of Morgan’s Wonderland. In less than three short years, the park has made a difference in the lives of thousands of people with special needs and their families. And now the Scorpions bring both the excitement of pro soccer and a revenue stream for the park; this is a win-win situation for everybody. Toyota, our regional distributor Gulf States Toyota, and the San Antonio-area Toyota dealers are proud partners in sponsoring Morgan’s Wonderland and the Scorpions.”

At the announcement, the new “Morgan’s Wonderland presented by Toyota” signage was unveiled by 18-year-old Morgan Hartman, namesake of the park. This signage will be featured throughout the park and in promotional materials. Three Toyota mobility vehicles will also be displayed at Morgan’s Wonderland.
Toyota Field signage on the 8,000-seat stadium under construction on Thousand Oaks Drive near Morgan’s Wonderland was also unveiled during the announcement. Toyota support for the Scorpions will be visible in multiple communications initiatives for the team.  Capable of expansion in stages to 18,000 seats, the new stadium home of the Scorpions will be completed in time for the 2013 NASL soccer season and also will host community events and concerts.  

“As the regional player here in Texas for Toyota, Gulf States Toyota and our six San Antonio dealers will take the lead in the Scorpions-Toyota Field portion of the sponsorship,” said J.C. Fassino, Vice President of Community Relations for The Friedkin Group, parent company of Gulf States Toyota. “We are pleased to be able to support the Scorpions, their games and their mission of funding for Morgan’s Wonderland. It is a unique sports partnership.”

San Antonio philanthropist Gordon Hartman and his wife, Maggie, led the effort to create Morgan’s Wonderland so people of all ages with and without disabilities could come together in a safe, colorful, barrier-free park for fun and understanding. 

Morgan’s Wonderland opened in spring 2010 along with the South Texas Area Regional (STAR) Soccer Complex, which like the Scorpions, conveys net profits from the operation of 13 first-class, FIFA-sized playing fields to the theme park. Because anyone with a physical or cognitive special need is admitted free to Morgan’s Wonderland, Hartman sought other revenue streams to help the park meet its financial obligations as well as to expand programs and services for the special-needs community. In April 2012, the San Antonio Scorpions FC began play as the newest team in the NASL and started generating net profits for Morgan’s Wonderland. 

“We are deeply grateful to Toyota for the support pledged to Morgan’s Wonderland and the Scorpions,” said Hartman, CEO of The Gordon Hartman Family Foundation. “Toyota is a world-class company with a passion for excellence that extends to helping causes that truly make a difference in people’s lives. We’re just beginning to scratch the surface in helping those with special needs, but Toyota’s involvement, commitment and generosity will definitely help accelerate our efforts.”

Scorpions President Michael Hitchcock said Toyota Field will be “a first-class playing facility where exciting professional soccer will ultimately produce victories for individuals with physical and cognitive challenges. We’re proud to have Toyota’s name on the stadium because it will remind us to continually strive for outstanding performance. We look forward to a long and mutually beneficial relationship with Toyota.”

***Courtesy Pressroom.Toyota.com

Friday, August 17, 2012

Don’t forget today is the first day of Wallup in Puyallup!

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Make sure to stop by the Puyallup Fairgrounds this weekend, August 17-19th at the Blue Lot for some fun!

Tuesday, August 14, 2012

At Toyota of Puyallup we know the importance of providing a family friendly environment during the process of shopping for a vehicle. Stop by our dealership in Seattle today for a great experience!

Toyota Develops Affordable Yaris R1A Rally Car

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Toyota's Motorsport division will return to rallying with its new and affordable Yaris R1A that will make its first public appearance in the ninth round of the WRC at the ADAC Rallye Deutschland from August 24 to 26.

The TMG (Toyota Motorsports GmbH) Yaris R1A will participate as a "Zero Car", which means that it will run as a course vehicle to confirm road conditions and announce the start of each stage.

The new entry-level Yaris R1A rally car has been developed to comply with FIA R1A regulations that permit only limited performance modifications to production vehicles with engines up to 1.4-liters in displacement.

The upgrade kit from Toyota includes racing exhaust and catalytic converter system, shorter final drive gear, motorsport suspension with adapted springs and adjustable ride height.

Naturally, the Yaris also gains a comprehensive suite of safety features including a bolt-in roll cage, guards for sump, fuel tank and fuel lines, fire extinguishers, rally seats and safety harness plus power cut-off switch.

The Japanese automaker said that it expects the Yaris R1A is to become the first car in the world to be awarded FIA R1A homologation before the end of the year. The homologation will allow drivers of the car to compete regional, national and international competitions all the way up to World Rally Championship events.

Yoshiaki Kinoshita, TMG President commented: "It is a great thrill for TMG to return to rallying, a discipline in which we enjoyed a great deal of success in the past. The TMG Yaris R1A is a completely different project compared to our WRC past; it is an affordable but exciting car which makes rallying‟s major events accessible to a whole range of participants. We have already received numerous inquiries about this car so we know there is a huge appetite in the rally world for a new TOYOTA; I hope this is the start of a new rally dynasty at TMG."

TMG said it is taking orders for the Yaris R1A now, with donor car and upgrade kit (excluding tax and installation) priced at approximately €22,500 or GBP 17,700.

***Courtesy of carscoop.blogspot.com

Monday, August 13, 2012

Military Appreciation Days at Toyota of Puyallup!

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On Wednesday and Thursdays active military receive a complimentary 1-day rental car with any service or repair. For more information on this special offer visit our website at http://bit.ly/NhQGCP

Wednesday, August 8, 2012

Receive 0% APR for 60 Months on new 2012 Venza plus $1000 Toyota Financial Services bonus cash and two year complimentary Toyota Care!

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Receive 0% APR for 60 Months on new 2012 Venza plus $1000 Toyota Financial Services bonus cash and two year complimentary Toyota Care! To view this incentive and others visit our website at http://bit.ly/LPiShs

Tuesday, August 7, 2012

Don't forget to come in tomorrow between 6-8pm for our 2012 Seahawks Season Kickoff Party!

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Don't forget to come in tomorrow between 6-8pm for our 2012 Seahawks Season Kickoff Party! Not only will you get the chance to meet Lawyer Milloy and the Sea Gals but you will also have the chance to enter-to-win the Ultimate Tailgate Package which is set up in our showroom. So come in tomorrow and enter to win!

 

Monday, August 6, 2012

Come down to Toyota of Puyallup this Wednesday, August 8th, from 6-8pm for our 2012 Seahawks Season Kickoff Party!

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You’ll not only get the chance to meet Lawyer Milloy and the Sea Gals, but also get your picture taken with the 12th Fan Tundra! Plus, you will have the chance to enter-to-win the Ultimate Tailgate Package which includes tickets to an upcoming game, BBQ cooler, jerseys and more! Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity and make sure to clear your schedule on Wednesday!

 

Wednesday, August 1, 2012

Check out our latest lease special on a new 2012 Camry!

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Get a 2012 Camry for $199.00 per month for 36 months with $2899.00 due at signing PLUS $500 Bonus Cash! Includes Toyota Care Featuring a complimentary maintenance plan with roadside assistance. Prices are subject to change by dealerships. Please contact your local dealer for more information.

To check out more information about this event go out our facebook events page at  http://on.fb.me/McQEre