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

There might be nothing more important in the end than how well your car does in an accident. This fact exists because if your car performs poorly, it may mean higher stakes than most of us like to consider. It’s a scary thought that no one wants to think about, and that is why it is so important to have a vehicle you can rely on. 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

What once was a clear cut and dry case has now become a convoluted mess. Regulators are now saying they can find no direct cause for the random unstoppable acceleration of Toyotas. Just two months ago this was over and done with. I find myself very curious as to what may have changed between now and then. Continue Reading

Green movement enthusiasts and Toyota fans alike will be happy to hear that the Toyota plug-in Prius is one step closer to becoming a reality.  Over the next 18 months, Toyota Motor Sales will loan 150 of the new 2012 Plug-In Prius Hybrids to organizations nationwide for road tests.  Continue Reading

An attractive looking minivan is hard to come by, when was the last time you saw a soccer mom cruising in a sleek looking seven-seater? But now, thanks to Toyota, there are plans to develop a Prius minivan that has early stage rendered images showing off a sleek and sexy looking automobile. Continue Reading