Tax season is coming up. It is time to look at your business fleet of Toyota vehicles to see if they need replacing. Or, to add new vehicles to it. This time of year brings up an important piece of tax knowledge. Did you know that several Toyota models qualify for Section 179 deductions in…
The world has been turning to higher levels of technology with the aim of achieving both the possible and the impossible. That includes implementing Artificial Intelligence and robotics in many ways to utilize them on a global scale. Toyota has been involved in the development of these technologies through the Toyota Research Institute. In partnership…
When Toyota unveiled the fourth-generation Tacoma in 2024, there were countless things to discuss, including its tough exterior, available Hybrid powertrains, the large touchscreen, and so on. But perhaps the most “out there” feature, and certainly the most photographed and talked about here at Valley Hi Toyota, was the IsoDynamic front seats. These seats controlled…
The issue with minivans is that they are so practical and sensible. Most of the things people buy three-row SUVs for can be done better in a minivan. Minivans are like the earnest guy who loses the girl to the cocky, exciting guy, who eventually becomes her ex-husband. When that minivan is the Sienna, its…
The previous generation 4Runner had an impressive 15-year run, which is about three times the lifespan of most model designs. Sales stayed strong for the mid-size SUV with good towing capacity and genuine off-road ability throughout its production. However, towards the end, some 4Runner fans started to get restless. People here at Valley Hi Toyota,…
Toyota has the Bz4X aimed directly at the popular compact crossover market, and other EV models are on the way. However, it has been clear that Toyota has not been as bullish on EVs as other manufacturers. When asked about this, the response from the world’s largest car maker has been that it is better…
Yes, that’s right. It was 25 years ago that Toyota launched its first hybrid model, the Prius, in the United States. Often, with such anniversaries, the response may be “Has it been that long ago?” However, given the manner in which hybrids have transformed the Toyota model line and how they have appeared elsewhere in…
When it comes to off-roading, Toyota offers plenty of options. There are five different body-on-frame models with multiple off-road grades available. If you don’t want a full-size vehicle, there are three smaller models, each with various 4×4 grades from which to choose. These are the Toyota Land Cruiser, 4Runner, and Tacoma, all of which are…
It is a long-standing, ongoing rivalry, not quite as old as Army vs. Navy, but definitely older than “paper vs. plastic.” Starting in the 80s, the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord gradually displaced the existing sales leaders to become the most popular family sedans in the country. The fact that they replaced domestic-brand models mattered…
The 4Runner is known for being a true SUV in a sea of crossovers. With its rugged body-on-frame construction and high ground clearance, it’s ready to tackle deep rutted unpaved trails, thick, unplowed snow, slick mud, tow up to 6,000 pounds, and some models are even equipped for tough rock climbing. However, during the week,…
