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Events From September 14th
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  • The Review of 2023 Toyota Camry

    The year 2023 is already a big deal for Toyota’s line of vehicles. A new version of the Camry is out, and everyone is talking about the improvements. Here is a rundown of the latest features, and a good example of how to improve a quality product. Toyota’s Seal of Approval When you go to…

    January 25, 2023
  • 5 Great Performance Upgrades for Your Toyota Hilux

    If you drive a Toyota Hilux, you want the highest level of performance from your truck that’s mechanically possible. Ensure that when looking for a quality service that the garage has the expert Toyota technicians you can rely on, Also when you’re driving off road or towing a heavy load, there’s no time to get…

    June 23, 2020
  • Chinese electric car maker BYD Co Ltd and Japan’s Toyota Motor Corp said they planned to set up a joint venture to design and develop battery electric cars as they ramp up efforts to produce zero emissions vehicles

    Thursday 7th November 2019 Chinese electric car maker BYD Co Ltd and Japan’s Toyota Motor Corp said they planned to set up a joint venture to design and develop battery electric cars as they ramp up efforts to produce zero emissions vehicles.

    November 7, 2019
  • US media reported that more than a dozen car manufacturers, including Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda and Volkswagen had officially asked Pres

    Friday 7th June 2019 US media reported that more than a dozen car manufacturers, including Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda and Volkswagen had officially asked Pres. Donald Trump not to relax emission limits, to avoid a fragmentation of the car market.

    June 7, 2019
  • Cole Custer won the NASCAR Xfinity Series ToyotaCare 250 at Richmond Raceway to take home the $100,000 Dash 4 Cash bonus

    Friday 12th April 2019 Cole Custer won the NASCAR Xfinity Series ToyotaCare 250 at Richmond Raceway to take home the $100,000 Dash 4 Cash bonus. Custer moved around Austin Cindric with 20 laps to go and went on to score the victory. The race was run under threatening weather all night long but the entire…

    April 12, 2019
  • Kyle Busch came from the 32nd starting position to win his third straight NASCAR Cup Series race of the season in the Toyota Owners 400 at Richmond Raceway

    Saturday 21st April 2018 Kyle Busch came from the 32nd starting position to win his third straight NASCAR Cup Series race of the season in the Toyota Owners 400 at Richmond Raceway. Busch joined Kevin Harvick winning three straight races in the first nine races in 2018. The previous time that happened in the same…

    April 21, 2018
  • Christopher Bell scored his first NASCAR Xfinity Series win of the season in the ToyotaCare 250 at Richmond Raceway

    Friday 20th April 2018 Christopher Bell scored his first NASCAR Xfinity Series win of the season in the ToyotaCare 250 at Richmond Raceway. Bell led the final 79 laps and held off his Joe Gibbs Racing teammate Noah Gragson, who was making his series debut, to become the eighth different winner in as many races…

    April 20, 2018
  • Carl Edwards bumped his teammate Kyle Busch out of the way in the final turn to win his second straight race in the Toyota Owners 400 at Richmond Raceway

    Sunday 24th April 2016 Carl Edwards bumped his teammate Kyle Busch out of the way in the final turn to win his second straight race in the Toyota Owners 400 at Richmond Raceway. Edwards followed his Bristol win the previous week with a thrilling victory. He applied just enough of a bump to the rear…

    April 24, 2016
  • Toyota announced that it would discontinue the Scion brand in August 2016, with selected models to be re-branded as Toyota vehicles for the 2017 model year

    Wednesday 3rd February 2016 Toyota announced that it would discontinue the Scion brand in August 2016, with selected models to be re-branded as Toyota vehicles for the 2017 model year.

    February 3, 2016
  • In his fifth race back from injury, Kyle Busch held off brother Kurt and Clint Bowyer to win the Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway, his 2nd NASCAR career victory at the California road course

    In his fifth race back from injury, Kyle Busch held off brother Kurt and Clint Bowyer to win the Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway, his 2nd NASCAR career victory at the California road course

    Sunday 28th June 2015 In his fifth race back from injury, Kyle Busch held off brother Kurt and Clint Bowyer to win the Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway, his 2nd NASCAR career victory at the California road course.

    June 28, 2015
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  • How Does Auto Repair in Pleasant View, TN Address Strange Vibrations at Highway Speeds?

    A vehicle that feels smooth around town can behave very differently at highway speeds. Shaking through the steering wheel, floor, seat, or entire body may only become noticeable once the vehicle reaches a certain speed range. These vibrations can come from tires, wheels, suspension parts, drivetrain components, or other mechanical issues that are hard to…

    August 31, 2026
  • How Can Steering Noise During Low-Speed Parking Maneuvers Be Diagnosed and Repaired in Lawndale?

    Steering noises that appear during slow parking maneuvers can be easy to dismiss because the vehicle may drive quietly once road speed increases. Yet groaning, clicking, squeaking, popping, or rubbing sounds during tight turns often reveal components working under heavier steering loads. Parking situations require larger steering angles while the tires move slowly against the…

    August 31, 2026
  • How Do an Auto Repair Shop and a Mechanic in Porter, Texas Help Diagnose Intermittent Loss of Engine Power?

    Intermittent engine power loss can be frustrating because a vehicle may drive normally for several miles before suddenly hesitating, struggling to accelerate, or feeling unusually weak. The problem may disappear after you restart the engine, making it hard to reproduce during a quick inspection. Fuel delivery, ignition, airflow, sensors, exhaust restrictions, and electrical connections can…

    August 31, 2026

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