This year’s National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) was held in San Francisco from February 5-7.  This association has been around since 1917 and it is a big yearly event for those associated with the automotive industry, both for those who attend and those who choose to serve as exhibitors.  It gives thousands of dealers the chance to network, see keynote speakers, learn more about new trends, and much more.

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Old Grandpa worked at the auto plant for thirty years before he retired and in his day had said some pretty harsh things to say to the overseas competition. Things have changed since his hey day and I wonder what he’d say to Toyota taking all the glory this year. Continue Reading

O’Brien Toyota, your Champaign Toyota dealer, offers a large selection of safe vehicles. There is something for everyone in O’Brien’s inventory of new and used cars, including the popular used Corolla. Champaign drivers are guaranteed to look good and feel safe in a car from O’Brien. Our customers are important to us and we want them to feel safe in their O’Brien car at all times. We want you to remember that even though your O’Brien vehicle is super safe, there is always more that you can do to increase your safety. Continue Reading

The Toyota Avalon is a mature automobile designed to emphasize not only luxury, but comfort and sophisticated style. The 2011 Avalon continues this trend with a simple redesign which retains everything the Avalon stands for with just a slightly younger look. Your Champaign Toyota dealer believes this will be the perfect touch for the Avalon, drawing in a slightly wider audience. The Avalon will certainly continue to be a successful part of the Toyota line. Continue Reading

Recently, a great deal of controversy has been surrounding Toyota’s vehicles. Safety recalls have caused some drivers to doubt Toyota’s stellar reputation. Although there are drivers who are now hesitant to put their faith in the brand, most drivers are staying loyal to Toyota, making their lineup of cars more popular than ever. Despite recalls, drivers continue to purchase the Toyota Camry, the most popular car in the country. Right now, drivers can find the popular Toyota Camry and Champaign Corolla.  Our large dealership offers amazing deals on any new and used Corolla Champaign drivers are sure to love. And of course, O’Brien Toyota has a large selection of the most popular car in the country, the Camry. 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