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Toyota and Wyland Foundation Recognize 30 Environmental Heroes in Southern California

TORRANCE, Calif. (April 24, 2012) – Toyota and the Wyland Foundation are proud to congratulate the winners of the 2012 Earth Month Heroes, a Southern California program created by the organizations to annually recognize 30 exemplary citizens who find ground-breaking ways to work toward sustaining a healthy planet. The Wyland Foundation, Toyota and regional broadcast partner KCBS / KCAL will make donations of $250 on behalf of the Earth Month Heroes to deserving organizations in Southern California, with a $1,000 grand prize donation, to support local conservation efforts. For the full list of Earth Month Heroes, visit http://losangeles.cbslocal.com/earth-month-heroes/.

This is the second year of Earth Month Heroes in Southern California. Individuals of all ages from the areas of Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura counties, north San Diego County and the Inland Empire were selected by the Wyland Foundation after an open nomination process by neighbors, colleagues and peers throughout February and March for their environmental achievements. The 2012 grand prize winner is Dency Nelson, an early local organizer of activities during the first Earth Day in 1970. Nelson was chosen for his lifetime efforts to raise the profile of sustainable living in urban environments, and is a founding member of Plug In America, a non-profit public charity that promotes emissions-free driving.

"Toyota is honored to support the 2012 Earth Month Heroes, all of whom are demonstrating how one person truly can make a difference to help our planet,” said Michael Rouse, vice president of philanthropy and community affairs for Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A. “We salute their efforts, and encourage others to follow their lead by finding impactful ways to preserve our environment and natural resources.”

“We received so many incredible nominees for the Earth Month Heroes program this year, it was difficult to select 30,” said artist Wyland. “We’re delighted to celebrate their environmental spirit by making donations in their names, and also thank Toyota and KCBS/KCAL for their support – their contributions have helped us generate awareness about the importance of conservation to protect our environment both for today and the future.”

Toyota’s support of the Wyland Foundation, a non-profit founded by renowned environmental, marine artist Wyland, is part of the automobile company’s long-standing commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. This year, Toyota also supported the Wyland Foundation in hosting the National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation, March 30 – April 30, in celebration of the 40th anniversary of the Clean Water Act. With support from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the campaign challenged mayors nationwide to inspire their residents to conserve natural resources by taking a free, online pledge to save water. Participants in the city that registers the most pledges within the Challenge dates will be eligible to win a variety of prizes, including the new Toyota Prius c, which has an EPA-estimated city fuel economy rating of 53 miles per gallon. To take the free online pledge, visit www.mywaterpledge.com.

In addition to its support of the Wyland Foundation, Toyota engages the public through a variety of environmental initiatives and activities as part of the company’s commitment to impactful environmental stewardship. One of Toyota’s key environmental initiatives is TogetherGreen™, a five-year program funded by a $20 million Toyota grant to the National Audubon Society that aims to inspire people to take action to improve the health of the environment. For the past 14 years Toyota has also partnered with the National Environmental and Education Foundation (NEEF) to support National Public Lands Day (NPLD), held annually in September, and is the largest, hands-on volunteer event to improve and enhance public lands. Recently the partnership expanded to include “Every Day” grants to community-based organizations.

Courtesy of Toyota Media

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"Valley-High is a great place to have your oil change done. & What ever else you need to have done on your car go to Valley-High their the best. And The people are very friendly." -C black

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"This has to be the friendliest place on earth. Terrific service at all levels. This is my 1st experience at Valley Hi Toyota and it has been very positive. I got a very good price on my Tacoma pickup thru the internet sales. Great job everyone. You have my continued business." -Tommy J.

Toyota Working On Mood-Sensing Cars

We may soon be able to drive cars that will know if we’ve had a rough day or whether we’re about to fall asleep behind the wheel.

That’s the premise of new mood-sensing technology Toyota is working on in an effort to build safer cars.

We first brought you details on the technology back in 2006 but since then it has been built into a working model that can identify the emotional state of a driver and react if necessary.

Some of the actions the system can take include producing more safety reminders if the driver seems distracted or even directly controlling a vehicle either by braking or steering to avoid an obstacle.

An angry driver, for example, could be alerted of a potential hazard such as a child crossing the road much earlier than a driver who is in a calm or neutral state. Additionally, the system can detect which direction the driver is facing so could warn of a hazard located in the opposite direction that the driver is looking in.

The technology works by using sensors that take readings from 238 separate points all over the driver’s face and calculates the emotion from them all equally. This means that it will work even if a driver’s face is partially covered, such as when he or she is wearing sunglasses. The technology is even being enhanced so that it can recognize what a driver is doing, such as looking at their phone or controlling the radio, and then offer to help so that the driver can stay focused on the road.

Speaking with What Car?, one of the technology’s lead developers at Toyota, Jonas Ambeck, explained that the technology is still in its infancy though we could see some elements of it in Toyota’s cars in around six years.

SOURCE: motorauthority.com

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Prius c: Toyota’s new`gateway’ to hybrid efficiency

Touted as the “gateway to the Prius family,” Toyota introduces its new  2012 Prius c subcompact with a $18,960 starting price. This compares to the standard Prius Liftback’s $24,000 base MSRP. 

Four grades — labeled One, Two, Three and Four — are offered with the top-line model having a $23,230 starting price. The Prius c, with “c” representing “city,” is designed to be an urban-friendly vehicle that will appeal to younger consumers. 

It’s smaller than the midsize Prius Liftback — 19.1 inches shorter and 542 pounds lighter. Toyota boasts the Prius c has the “highest-rated fuel economy estimate of any vehicle without a plug.” Its estimated fuel-economy rating is 53 miles per gallon city, 46 mpg highway and 50 mpg combined. These figures fit real-world conditions, with the test vehicle, driven roughly 70 percent on the highway, getting between 49-51 mpg. 

Like its larger sibling, the Prius c is propelled by Toyota’s Hybrid Synergy Drive system, basically consisting of a gasoline engine, electric motor with continuously variable transaxle and a nickel-metal hydride battery. The gas engine is a 1.5-liter four-cylinder, producing 73 horsepower and 82 lb.-ft. of torque. Teamed with the electric motor, total hybrid system output is 99 horsepower. 

Acceleration is respectable, with hard throttle coaxing a soft whirring sound. Steering is responsive and ride quality is good, albeit on the firm side. 

The Prius c can be operated in three drive modes: Normal, Eco and EV mode. In Eco mode, climate-control operation is minimized and throttle control regulated to boost vehicle efficiency. Selecting EV mode allows the Prius c to be driven via electric power only for just under a mile.　 

Keeping tabs on the hybrid system’s energy flow and fuel consumption can be accomplished via a multi-information screen in a display atop the dash. “Training” the driver to operate the vehicle in an eco-efficient manner is an ECO Score display, providing feedback on driving habits. Fuel-consumption history also can be checked on the screen. 

Automatic climate control, tilt-telescopic steering wheel and remote keyless entry are among the base model’s standard features. The Prius c Two, base priced at $19,900, provides upgrades such as a six-speaker audio system, 60/40-split fold-down rear seat, center console with armrest and storage compartment, and a hard cargo-area cover. 

Technology, featuring improved audio and connectivity, is the advantage with the Prius c Three, which ups the base price to $21,635. Added is a Display Audio System with navigation and Entune that’s linked to a 6.1-inch touchscreen. Also included are Sirius XM Satellite Radio capability; HD Radio with iTunes Tagging; USB port with iPod connectivity and control; vehicle information with customizable settings; and advanced voice recognition. The Display Audio System also provides updates on hybrid system energy flow and trip information. 

A visual pop comes with the Prius c Four model, which adds 15-inch, eight-spoke alloy wheels, integrated foglamps and color-keyed heated power outside mirrors. Sixteen-inch, eight-spoke alloy wheels are optional. 

In base form the Prius c has a sleek, aerodynamic look and impressive 0.28 coefficient of drag number. Shortly past the stopping point of the steeply raked expansive windshield and A-pillars, the roof takes a steep slant to a body-colored rear roof spoiler. The body widens below the beltline and is muscled-up with sculpted rear fender flares. 

Eye-popping colors add to the flair of the spunky-looking hatchback. The test car is painted a bold orange-ish Habanero — one of nine available colors. 

Inside, designers created a fresh, stylish two-tone treatment. Black is the basic color and is paired with a contrasting color — mainly gray. The dashboard is clean and modern looking with an interestingly framed center stack and artsy arching lines crisscrossing the facing on the passenger side. 

Seats are firm, and front legroom and headroom (even with the optional moonroof) are generous. For a subcompact, rear headroom and legroom also are surprisingly good. 

Protecting passengers are nine standard airbags. 

Source: sfgate.com

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"Had a great experience purchasing a new vehicle. Great teamwork! My husband and I thought the customer service was excellent. Second car purchased from the same dealer." - Denise R.

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We sincerely appreciate our customers' feedback!

"Great Experiences at Valley Hi Toyota! My experiences at Valley Hi Toyota couldn't be more positive. I have been going to the dealership for many years now. I have owned three Toyotas and have had all of them serviced at Valley Hi. The service department is great and I have never had any problems. As far as sales goes, I remember when I test drove a 4Runner at Valley Hi – The salesman let me take it offroad! See if anyone down the hill would do that! Seriously folks, this is a great place with really friendly people. Scott in the internet/fleet sales department can get you a good price on a vehicle which is competitive with quotes down in L. A. I wouldn't go anywhere else!" -SKB

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Thank you for the wonderful review, Jon!

"My family has been through a year of hell on many levels this past year and it was so refreshing to meet people who sincerely reason from principle and work from "PURPOSE" instead of the all mighty dollar. It was worth the 2 hr drive from WHills to Victorville to get these REAL DEALS. Through the creative and empathetic Chris and Alex and staff at Valley Hi Toyota we were able to purchase two new cars, a Tacoma for my son and a Prius V for my wife and our family. I am so grateful for Carol M for introducing me to Valley Hi and then to see all of these people stay way after closing to finish up all the paper work and all of the "new car education" thanks to Cal. Cal you were amazing and for a 50 yr old youngster, so dedicated at such a young age to learn all of the new technology. This was more than a car....these were dedicated people who like mankind, and want to help however they can. These people were not oily salesmen, they were like "family friends" sharing ideas and potential solutions. What a welcomed change in the car buying world. Congrats to CAROL, CHRIS, ALEX AND CAL. Congrats to all the staff members in the background whom I did not get to meet that made my deals happen. So grateful and so happy. I feel like a tingly little boy again each day when I wake up and see the cars.....Christmas just continues and contunes and we just started 2012!" -Jon B.

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Announcing Toyota's National Partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of America!

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As you know, at Toyota we believe an auto company can also be a vehicle for change.  That’s why we support programs focused on strengthening diverse communities across the U.S. by partnering with nonprofit organizations in the local communities where we live and work.

In 2007, Toyota Financial Services launched our signature philanthropy program, "Making Life Easier for YOUth" to provide underserved children in the U.S. with educational opportunities, academic scholarships and internships.  To date this program has benefitted over 200 college students and provided over $1 million in scholarships.

Today, I’m pleased to tell you that we have partnered with Toyota and Boys & Girls Clubs of America to announce a national partnership through the establishment of a college readiness initiative, which will help fund youth education and improve high school graduation rates.  As a founding sponsor of Diplomas to Degrees - or D2D - Toyota is providing a $1.5 million grant over three years to Boys & Girls Club of America to help prepare teens to graduate from both high school and college.

Studies show that students who fail to graduate high school prepared to attend a four-year college are much less likely to gain full access to our country’s economic, political and social opportunities.  In fact, across the nation over one third of students are dropping out of high school, and in large cities or high-poverty rural areas, close to 60% of the students never get to graduation day.

The Diplomas to Degrees program will be able to serve all Boys & Girls Clubs, with or without dedicated teen programs.  The program will include:

·        Staff-facilitated curriculum

·        Mentors acting as “college coaches”

·        Experiential field trips to colleges, trade and technical schools

·        An Online resource that provides a grade-based guide for youth on the steps they must take to be “college ready”

D2D has been piloted in ten cities over the past year and has shown promising local success.  A similar college-bound program from the Boys & Girls Club of the Los Angeles Harbor saw the graduation rate of Club members increase from 50 to 90% in five years.   In 2011, 97% of the students served were admitted to two and four-year colleges!  

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