Since the Camry first became a driver’s option back in the U.S. in 1983, about 13 million have been sold throughout the world.  In fact, for the past 9 years, it has been the number 1 selling car amongst auto shoppers in America.  In looking at the past 14 years, in the years that the Camry did not make the #1 spot, they were still near the top. 

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As we move closer to fall, when many 2012 models start to roll into dealerships, we are getting more excited about all that these exciting vehicles have to offer.  One model from Toyota that is getting a lot buzz right now is the 2012 Yaris.

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Autos that have a hybrid, electric car or similar badge are in the spotlight these days.  As people want to rely less on gas, go easier on the environment, and more, autos of this type are getting more and more popular each day. 

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Many of you have probably heard of or frequently visit the cars.com website for all the update auto news, reviews and more?  If not, perhaps you’d like to check it out soon?  Recently, this site released a list of the “Most American Car” and the Toyota Camry, one of our most popular sedans, has made the list.

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When Toyota launched the Prius back in the late 90′s, they were definitely onto something big.  The technology used to make the auto a high volume seller is still doing well almost 14 years later.  Toyota’s hybrid synergy drive technology has been shown to provide drivers with unbeatable gas mileage and much more.  Toyota feels that this is a technological system that can possibly be rolled out in a large scale to other autos while making a profit at the same time.

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After nearly a year of extensive research and evaluation, the government has released some good news.  This is news everyone, from those who sell models to loyal customers, should be delighted to hear.

Transportation Secretary, Ray LaHood, recently announced that after very thorough testing, the sticky pedal situation that Toyota has been dealing with over the past year was in no way controlled by any flaws in the autos’ electronic-based systems.  This could not come at a better time, as Toyota has predicted high sales for 2011 and is in full swing with plenty of new autos, such as the 2011 Toyota Camry Danville shoppers can test drive today at O’Brien Toyota of Urbana.

How was the conclusion found?

Toyota has been working tirelessly with the NHTSA and NASA to have the systems that control the acceleration pedal tested.  NASA conducted electromagnetic testing on vehicles as well as in-depth analysis of over 280,000 software codes to make it’s scientific conclusion.  They found no direct link between the software and sudden acceleration reported by some drivers.  Officials from both NHTSA and NASA state that trapped floor mats and acceleration pedals sticking are the two main causes for the reported problem.  Also, human error was cited in certain cases where the driver did not operate the acceleration properly.

Toyota’s Commitment to Safety

In light of the many-month investigation and the recalls that headlined the news in 2010, Toyota has spent much time and money to reinforce their stance on the importance of safe autos.  Here are some steps that they’ve taken:

• More education for company employees on safety issues and it’s importance in Toyota vehicles
• Quicker recall of vehicles in wake of reported problems that might arise
• Investment of $50 million into a safety center in Michigan
• Star Safety System is now standard across the board for all new models.  This includes the following:  Brake Assist, Electronic Brake Force Distribution, Anti-Lock Brake System, Traction Control and Vehicle Stability Control

Those of us here at your dealership for new and Urbana used cars with the Toyota badge are thrilled to hear this news.  Toyota is committed to safety and we’re here to answer any questions you might have on safety systems found on the model you want to purchase!