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Gatorland Toyota illustrates the reality behind the recall...

2010-02-18T06:31:00.000-08:00

In the Service Center of Gatorland Toyota, Grant Cardone shows us the reality behind the recall and the fact that Toyota remains a leader in automotive safety and excellence!

Tacoma All-Terrain Gamer (ATG) - A game-changing concept in pickups

2010-02-15T02:52:00.000-08:00

Toyota is known for creating new and innovative features. This time, they have come up with one of the most interesting features. Gatorland Toyota, a leading dealership for new Toyota and used cars in Gainesville, serving Jacksonville and surrounding areas, has learned that the Tacoma All-Terrain Gamer (ATG) concept allows the young drivers to play their favorite videogames in any remote locations.

A joint venture between Toyota and Microsoft Xbox, the Tacoma All-Terrain Gamer (ATG) concept combines outdoor sports activities and video games to create the ultimate active lifestyle vehicle for young Tacoma pickup truck owners. Toyota's versatile workhorse, the Tacoma pickup, has been transformed into a rugged ATG by removing B-pillars and installing double gull-wing doors to increase space and create a "patio like" shelter for gamers. Its front seats have been repositioned to outboard rear locations to as to create adjustable theater seating highly effective for playing Xbox's new HALO ODST team-oriented, four-person video game. Four interior monitors have been placed on two swing arms to allow the vehicle to be easily converted from a video haven to a drivable truck. Spectators can watch the action via a 60-inch Sharp LCD television mounted in the Tacoma's trailer receiver hitch.

This special vehicle is made for young pickup drivers who want to pursue a passion for outdoor sports activities and still play their favorite interactive video games. This Tacoma configuration provides the best combination of on-road and off-road capability, a spacious cab to haul friends and a full-size bed to carry cargo and equipment. This concept has received remarkable accolades at the SEMA exhibition. For details on this unique model, contact the Gatorland Toyota dealership that serves in and around Gainesville and Jacksonville. Also take a look at Gatorland Toyota's special offers on various models of Toyota.

Toyota cars - Recalls select models

2010-01-29T06:42:00.000-08:00

When it comes to safety, Toyota simply will not make any compromise. Toyota has announced it will recall approximately 2.3 million vehicles to correct sticking accelerator pedals on specific Toyota Division models.

Gatorland Toyota the premier Toyota car dealer in Gainesville, FL assures our customers and residents that Toyota cares for your safety and this recall is an example of Toyota’s commitment to safety. Here are the vehicles that have been recalled:

2009-2010 RAV4
2009-2010 Corolla
2009-2010 Matrix
2005-2010 Avalon
Certain 2007-2010 Camry
2010 Highlander
2007-2010 Tundra
2008-2010 Sequoia

However, the Toyota Prius, Tacoma, Sienna, Venza, Solara, Yaris, 4Runner, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser and select Camry models, including all Camry hybrids, which will remain for sale. We at Gatorland Toyota in Gainesville, FL promise you that Toyota will go to any length to ensure your utmost safety. Stay tuned with us for more updates from Toyota. For more information about this recall please visit Toyota News Room - Vehicle Recall or Contact Us with any questions or concerns.

Toyota Camry Hybrid - truly elite!

2009-11-05T23:29:00.000-08:00

Very rightly so, autotropolis.com has placed the 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid among the top 5 hybrids of all time. And why wouldn't they? The 2009 Toyota Camry is such a beauty that gives unto 33 mpg on the city and 34 mpg on the highway. The Camry's interior is plush, with lots of leg room, incredible comfort and a super pleasing dashboard and central console, making it the perfect blend of stylish exteriors, plush interiors and the most welcome "eco-friendly" engine! No wonder the 2009 Toyota Camry is one of America's favorite sedans!

Gatorland Toyota, Gainesville, Florida is not at all surprised with this bit of news. After all, they know nothing but the best ever drives out of the Toyota production line. Visit the Gatorland Toyota online dealership to see this and other models, explore our wide inventory of new and used luxury cars, and even schedule a service appointment online. Don't forget to take advantage of our parts and service coupons!

Toyota cars make it to TIME magazine's The Dozen Most Important Cars of All Time!

2009-11-04T20:44:00.000-08:00

One of the primary goals of Toyota is to emphasize the entire ownership experience. The quality and reliability of Toyota cars have made them widely popular with customers. Gatorland Toyota has further proof of the loyalty and trust that car owners have towards the Toyota brand.

Both the Toyota Corolla and the Prius made it to the list of The Dozen Most important Cars of All Time compiled by TIME magazine. Here is an excerpt:

Toyota Corolla (1966 - present)

The best selling car of all time (across nine generations of models), the Corolla first came to the U.S. in 1968 and did much to overcome Japan's reputation for producing cars of poor quality. Through the years, they have proved sturdy, economical and efficient.

Toyota Prius (1997 - present)

The pioneering hybrid electric/gas run consumer vehicle might no longer be the most efficient car in the world, but it is the archetypal green-mobile and still the one with the greatest name recognition.

Visit the Gatorland Toyota online dealership to explore the wide inventory of new and used Corollas, Priuses, and other models.

2010 Toyota 4Runner - A forerunner in technology!

2009-10-30T13:11:00.001-07:00

The brand new 2010 Toyota 4Runner is available at Gatorland Toyota. As a leading Toyota dealership for new and used Toyota vehicles serving in and around Gainesville, Palatka, Ocala, Lake City and surrounding areas, Gatorland Toyota is pleased to announce that the 4Runner has gained a more rugged appearance to match its impressive capabilities and grown considerably large to provide third-row seating for 2010. The 2010 Toyota 4Runner is taller, wider and longer and is available in a variety of configurations. It is offered in three models, top-of-the-line Limited, a well-equipped SR5, plus a Trail Grade for those who require maximum off-road capability. It is an excellent off-road performer thanks to a body-on-frame design and ample ground clearance.

With a proven track record of 25 years, the 2010 Toyota 4Runner integrates the latest in comfort, convenience and performance and evolves itself as the most advanced mid-sized truck-based SUV while at the same time staying true to its roots as a rugged and durable off-roader. The 4Runner combines the versatility and go-anywhere ability of four-wheel-drive with the comfort and utility found in passenger cars. Further, a completely redesigned interior and unique cargo area make the newest 4Runner smarter, more comfortable, and more versatile than ever.

For details contact Gatorland Toyota, a leading Toyota dealership for new and used Toyota vehicles; take a few minutes to go comparison shopping online and see why Gatorland Toyota is your best choice. Take a look at Gatorland Toyota special offers and get huge rebates and discounts.

Toyota Tacoma is the best used compact truck

2009-10-21T05:12:00.000-07:00

Since its launch in 1995, the Toyota Tacoma has come a long way. The Tacoma is everything a compact pick-up truck should be and more. The line-up of Toyota Tacomas boasts of variety of designs and styles that buyers can choose from, including a diverse array of body styles configurations, which makes it even more popular.

It offers a plenty of power under the hood, a comfortable interior, a refined ride, responsive handling, proven off-road capability, and quality construction. Gatorland Toyota, the leading dealership for new Toyota cars in Gainesville takes pride in Tacoma's reputation for better-than-average reliability which makes it the "best used compact truck" and offers new and used Toyota Tacoma trucks in its wide inventory.

The Tacoma is offered in regular, access and double cab body styles, in two or four wheel drive, with engines ranging from a 2.4-liters 4-cylinder that develops 164 horsepower and a much more powerful 4.0-liter V-6 which pumps out 245 horsepower, coupled with 282 lb-ft of torque.

The Toyota Tacoma is also armed with safety airbags, including side curtain airbags. Other features that got users raving about the pickup truck are the non-rusting exterior which is made of steel. This makes the Toyota Tacoma more durable. Overall, the truck offers a comfortable ride that also offers fast steering like compact cars and has strong brakes for safety too. Visit Gatorland Toyota's online dealership for information on this and other Toyota models; both new and used, we offer the best sales and service in the Gainesville and surrounding areas.

The 2010 Toyota Prius - The Most Value for Your Money

2009-09-30T07:25:00.001-07:00

The Cash for Clunkers program that recently ended witnessed 19,173 Toyota Prius Vehicles sold during the month of July alone!

What makes the 2010 Toyota Prius such a great buy? Simply because the Prius is performance, design, comfort, function, technology, safety and fuel economy - all rolled into one. Moreover, among its class of fuel-efficient hybrid sedans, the 2010 Toyota Prius is the most fuel-efficient, is much bigger in size and is the most budget-friendly!

The 2010 Toyota Prius is just the ideal car for point-to-point driving with a smooth acceleration. As a hybrid, the electric vehicle mode is perfect for city driving, and also there is no jolt when the gas engine takes over from the EV mode at speeds above 25 mph.

The interior of the 2010 Toyota Prius has received praise for its good-looking, minimalistic and highly ergonomic design with more leg room, head room and advanced technology than ever before.

Gatorland Toyota urges all to check out the brand new 2010 Toyota Prius and see for yourselves why this beauty gives the highest value for your money.

Toyota takes three out of Ten Best Second Cars

2009-09-21T00:24:00.000-07:00

Gatorland Toyota is pleased to inform you that three Toyota vehicles have secured prominent positions in the Top 10 Best Second Cars list of Autotropolis. The 2009 Toyota Matrix has been deemed the No 2 Best Second car while the 2009 Toyota Prius and 2009 Toyota Corolla are at No 6 and No 8, respectively.

The 2009 Toyota Matrix comes with a durable and spacious interior along with a list of useful features. Designed for people with highly active lifestyles, the Matrix is in the quickly growing class of sport wagons and comes with a five-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty and gets an estimated 26-32 mpg on the highway.

The 2009 Toyota Prius is an icon of environmental conservation that delivers 45 mpg on highways and comes with a five-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty. The 2009 Toyota Corolla is a bigger and more sophisticated car with two robust, efficient engines. It comes with a five-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty and gets an estimated 30-35 mpg on the highway.

Only ten cars made it to Autotropolis' list of Top Ten Best Second Cars and each was chosen based on a variety of criteria taking into account the purchase cost, utility, driving characteristics, ownership costs, reliability, and safety rankings in detail. These cars are versatile, affordable and reliable for years to come.

The 2009 Toyota vehicles satisfy a number of needs like cost effectiveness, performance, and trustworthiness. If you are planning to buy a vehicle that offers these qualities, visit Gatorland Toyota, a leading Toyota dealership in Gainesville, Florida today!

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2009-08-20T22:29:00.000-07:00

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