Unbeknownst to some, the Prius is silent when driven at low speeds, and in busy pedestrian areas, this may compromise the safety of those who choose the other method of green transportation- walking. Fear not fellow patrons of the sidewalk because the innovators at Toyota have developed a solution.  The Japanese car manufacturer just released their new electronic humming device that is the automaker’s answer to complaints that pedestrians can’t hear the top-selling car approaching. The devices are available in Japan now, and rumors of their release in the United States have already begun to spread. Continue Reading

The one thing that confuses me about newer cars is why the RPM’s go up for what seems like no reason. It’s scary! Sometimes I think it would be nice if I had more read outs on the car so I knew how it was operating. Then again, I’d just have more to worry about.   Continue Reading

Always a favorite amongst those in the market for a new whip, Toyota has once again secured the coveted second place spot in the top 5 most looked at brands in the U.S. According to Kelly Blue Book, Toyota continues to battle Ford for the number one brand considered.  If you are wondering why everyone is raving about Toyota, head over to your local Champaign Toyota Dealer and take one for a spin. Continue Reading

Looking for a car that will fit your family comfortably, and has some extra perks for everyone in the family? The Toyota RAV-4 is the perfect car to consider for taking kids to practice or even on a cross country road trip. Voted one of the Best Family Cars of 2010 by Parents.com, the RAV-4 has so many exciting features your family can create a game out of finding them all. According to Champaign Toyota dealers, the RAV-4 has always been a top seller to young families and will hopefully continue this trend long into the future. Continue Reading

For those seeking a comfortable, understated, and reliable ride, the 2011 Toyota Avalon may be exactly what you are looking for. The Avalon was first introduced in 1995 and last updated five years ago. The 4^th generation Avalon debuted at the Chicago Auto Show in February and has been on sale since April. It is available right now at your Champaign Toyota dealer, O’Brien Toyota. Boasting many upgraded changes, the 4^th generation Avalon was worth the wait. Continue Reading

According to a Wall Street Journal report, early findings by the United States Department of Transportation are indicating driver error as the cause of some sudden-acceleration accidents related to Toyota automobiles. The Journal report said, “The early results suggest that some drivers who said their Toyota’s and Lexus’s surged out of control were mistakenly flooring the accelerator when they intended to jam on the brakes”.  Continue Reading