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Thanksgiving is finally here! If you're looking for a fun way to celebrate the holiday here in Orlando, your options are seemingly endless. Check out some of the top picks our Orlando Toyota dealership has put together for you and happy eating! 2021 Turkey Trot in Avalon Park: Lace up your shoes and preemptively burn off those mashed potatoes! The 2021 Turkey Trot 5K race is taking place in Avalon Park this year on Thursday, Nov. 25 at 8 am (registration starts at 7 am or you can register online beforehand). Proceeds benefit the Avalon Park Foundation, a non-profit. Orlando Thanksgiving at Rosen Plaza Hotel: Want the works when it comes to Thanksgiving dinner, but don't feel like cooking it OR cleaning it up? We hear you, and that's why we put the Orlando Thanksgiving at Rosen Plaza Hotel on this list. This incredible buffet takes place from 12 pm - 5 pm on Thanksgiving Day (Nov. 25) and features classic roast turkey, swordfish steak, pasta, mashed potatoes... you'll have all the traditional foods plus a few non-traditional extras. Leave room for the dessert station! Thanksgiving Feast at the Alfond Inn: Looking for a fancy Thanksgiving dinner in a smaller and more intimate setting? Head over to the Alfond Inn in Winter Park, where they're having seatings at 12 pm and 3 pm for a delicious Thanksgiving dinner on November 25. You'll be able to fill up on dishes like tomato white cheddar bisque, shrimp cocktail, candied yams, green beans, whipped potatoes, roasted turkey, slow-braised short ribs, pecan and pumpkin pie... do we need to keep going? Vegan Thanksgiving: Grateful Gathering: Love Thanksgiving but not into the turkey? Check out the Vegan Thanksgiving celebration taking place this Saturday, November 27 at Persimmon Hollow Brewing Company on Lake Eola. There will be live music, local craft vendors, and vegan thanksgiving-style food. Plus, the weather this weekend is perfect for walking off those mashed potatoes at Lake Eola when you're done. Thanksgiving Day Gobble Paddle: Get ready to feast by burning calories ahead of time! Epic Paddle Adventures is hosting a Thanksgiving Day paddle at 8 am on Lake Ivanhoe in Orlando. The event is beginner-friendly and will have multiple guides, so don't worry about having enough experience. Your event fee includes a paddleboard, paddle, and other safety equipment rental, as well as a dry bag for your phone, a lesson, and water and light snacks to keep you moving. You should bring sunscreen and sunglasses, as well as a towel and a change of clothes. From our family to yours, we hope you have an amazing Thanksgiving. We're closed to let our employees celebrate with their friends and families, but we will be open bright and early on Friday morning to continue our Black Friday Weekend Sale. See you then!

Thanksgiving is finally here! If you're looking for a fun way to celebrate the holiday here in Orlando, your options are seemingly endless. Check out some of the top picks our Orlando Toyota dealership has put together for you and happy eating! 2021 Turkey Trot in Avalon Park: Lace up your shoes and preemptively burn off those mashed potatoes! The 2021 Turkey Trot 5K race is taking place in Avalon Park this year on Thursday, Nov. 25 at 8 am (registration starts at 7 am or you can register online beforehand). Proceeds benefit the Avalon Park Foundation, a non-profit. Orlando Thanksgiving at Rosen Plaza Hotel: Want the works when it comes to Thanksgiving dinner, but don't feel like cooking it OR cleaning it up? We hear you, and that's why we put the Orlando Thanksgiving at Rosen Plaza Hotel on this list. This incredible buffet takes place from 12 pm - 5 pm on Thanksgiving Day (Nov. 25) and features classic roast turkey, swordfish steak, pasta, mashed potatoes... you'll have all the traditional foods plus a few non-traditional extras. Leave room for the dessert station! Thanksgiving Feast at the Alfond Inn: Looking for a fancy Thanksgiving dinner in a smaller and more intimate setting? Head over to the Alfond Inn in Winter Park, where they're having seatings at 12 pm and 3 pm for a delicious Thanksgiving dinner on November 25. You'll be able to fill up on dishes like tomato white cheddar bisque, shrimp cocktail, candied yams, green beans, whipped potatoes, roasted turkey, slow-braised short ribs, pecan and pumpkin pie... do we need to keep going? Vegan Thanksgiving: Grateful Gathering: Love Thanksgiving but not into the turkey? Check out the Vegan Thanksgiving celebration taking place this Saturday, November 27 at Persimmon Hollow Brewing Company on Lake Eola. There will be live music, local craft vendors, and vegan thanksgiving-style food. Plus, the weather this weekend is perfect for walking off those mashed potatoes at Lake Eola when you're done. Thanksgiving Day Gobble Paddle: Get ready to feast by burning calories ahead of time! Epic Paddle Adventures is hosting a Thanksgiving Day paddle at 8 am on Lake Ivanhoe in Orlando. The event is beginner-friendly and will have multiple guides, so don't worry about having enough experience. Your event fee includes a paddleboard, paddle, and other safety equipment rental, as well as a dry bag for your phone, a lesson, and water and light snacks to keep you moving. You should bring sunscreen and sunglasses, as well as a towel and a change of clothes. From our family to yours, we hope you have an amazing Thanksgiving. We're closed to let our employees celebrate with their friends and families, but we will be open bright and early on Friday morning to continue our Black Friday Weekend Sale. See you then!

If you're into alternative fuel vehicles, get ready - an all-new electric Toyota has been revealed. We first saw the Toyota bZ4X back when it was a concept car and no one was really sure if or when it would come to fruition. It's finally made the leap from concept to production car, and our Orlando Toyota dealership has the details on what it can bring to your drive time should you choose to take it home. Meet the newest electric Toyota Performance: The new Toyota bZ4X is all-electric - it runs on a battery that can be charged and is zero emissions. After all, bZ stands for Beyond Zero. This electric Toyota has an estimated range of 250 miles on one charge, giving you the freedom to get around town with ease. It's built on the e-TNGA platform and has a high-capacity lithium-ion battery placed flat under the floor. This results in a low center of gravity (and subsequently improved handling). It has a redesigned accelerator pedal for a smoother and more responsive drive, as well as an intelligent throttle to offer improved handling on slick surfaces and a new AWD system with X-MODE. Engineers also made enhancements to improve handling and range even in icy winter conditions, like a heat pump system for heating and air-conditioning. Additionally, the battery is designed to have a capacity retention of 90% after 10 years of ownership. Technology: The new Toyota bZ4X will be the first Toyota to offer Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, which has enhanced millimeter-wave radar and new functions like Low-Light Cyclist Detection, Guardrail Detection, and Daytime Motorcyclist Detection. Navigation pulls data from the cloud to provide real-time traffic and parking info, and a digital key will allow you to lock, unlock, and even start your car via your smartphone. Software updates can be conducted wirelessly or Over-The-Air to improve performance and keep both Toyota Safety Sense and the multimedia system up to speed High-output charger compatibility means you can charge this Orlando Toyota up to 80% in just one hour) Design: An all-new car calls for all-new stylistic elements, like a new aero-dynamic and supremely sporty design and a trapezoidal theme. Throw in LED lighting, a curved front bumper, and cool new paint colors and you've got something truly unique. The interior is designed with premium materials to ensure major comfort and is driver-centric. The instrument panel and touchscreen interface are placed carefully to make the cabin seem bigger and both soundproofing glass and wind-noise reduction features ensure a peaceful drive time. When will it arrive? It's being forecasted that this all-new electric Toyota will be available in mid-2022. Follow Toyota of Orlando for updates on our social media! Find out more about alternative fuel vehicles at Toyota of Orlando If you're looking for an alternative fuel vehicle NOW, we can help! Come check out our excellent selection of hybrid Toyotas. Toyota of Orlando is located at 3575 Vineland Road, just off I-4 across from the Millenia Mall.

If you're into alternative fuel vehicles, get ready - an all-new electric Toyota has been revealed. We first saw the Toyota bZ4X back when it was a concept car and no one was really sure if or when it would come to fruition. It's finally made the leap from concept to production car, and our Orlando Toyota dealership has the details on what it can bring to your drive time should you choose to take it home. Meet the newest electric Toyota Performance: The new Toyota bZ4X is all-electric - it runs on a battery that can be charged and is zero emissions. After all, bZ stands for Beyond Zero. This electric Toyota has an estimated range of 250 miles on one charge, giving you the freedom to get around town with ease. It's built on the e-TNGA platform and has a high-capacity lithium-ion battery placed flat under the floor. This results in a low center of gravity (and subsequently improved handling). It has a redesigned accelerator pedal for a smoother and more responsive drive, as well as an intelligent throttle to offer improved handling on slick surfaces and a new AWD system with X-MODE. Engineers also made enhancements to improve handling and range even in icy winter conditions, like a heat pump system for heating and air-conditioning. Additionally, the battery is designed to have a capacity retention of 90% after 10 years of ownership. Technology: The new Toyota bZ4X will be the first Toyota to offer Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, which has enhanced millimeter-wave radar and new functions like Low-Light Cyclist Detection, Guardrail Detection, and Daytime Motorcyclist Detection. Navigation pulls data from the cloud to provide real-time traffic and parking info, and a digital key will allow you to lock, unlock, and even start your car via your smartphone. Software updates can be conducted wirelessly or Over-The-Air to improve performance and keep both Toyota Safety Sense and the multimedia system up to speed High-output charger compatibility means you can charge this Orlando Toyota up to 80% in just one hour) Design: An all-new car calls for all-new stylistic elements, like a new aero-dynamic and supremely sporty design and a trapezoidal theme. Throw in LED lighting, a curved front bumper, and cool new paint colors and you've got something truly unique. The interior is designed with premium materials to ensure major comfort and is driver-centric. The instrument panel and touchscreen interface are placed carefully to make the cabin seem bigger and both soundproofing glass and wind-noise reduction features ensure a peaceful drive time. When will it arrive? It's being forecasted that this all-new electric Toyota will be available in mid-2022. Follow Toyota of Orlando for updates on our social media! Find out more about alternative fuel vehicles at Toyota of Orlando If you're looking for an alternative fuel vehicle NOW, we can help! Come check out our excellent selection of hybrid Toyotas. Toyota of Orlando is located at 3575 Vineland Road, just off I-4 across from the Millenia Mall.

There's a lot going on in the world of Toyota this week so we're just going to jump right into it - check out the latest Toyota news updates courtesy of your favorite Orlando Toyota dealership. What's new in Toyota news this week? New Toyota GR Supra Funny Car gets 330 hp Toyota introduced an all-new Toyota GR Supra Funny Car (a.k.a. drag racing car) to the world of NHRA this past weekend! Since 2012, their NHRA car has always been based on the ever-popular Toyota Camry, but for 2022 Toytora is putting a Supra in the ring. This new Toyota Funny Car will debut next February at the Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals weekend and will be piloted by J.R. Todd and Alexis DeJoria. Todd is the 2018 NHRA Champion, while DeJoria is a former U.S. Nationals winner. We can't wait to see what it has to offer - Funny Cars are typically bigger, wider, and has a longer wheelbase than production cars, so seeing the GR Supra transform into one will definitely be interesting. Is a GR Corolla headed our way? Pretty much everyone loves the all-new Toyota GR Yaris that was brought to market in Europe last year, and we were bummed to learn that it wouldn't be making its way stateside anytime soon. According to recent rumors, that's about to change. It's been suggested that an all-new GR Corolla with the same turbocharged 1.6L 3-cylinder engine as the GR Yaris will be introduced in the US, offering 295 horsepower. If the rumors are true, we can expect it to be unveiled sometime in the first half of 2022. Fingers crossed! Toyota Supra to go manual next year? Another rumor surrounding the Orlando Toyota Supra has been making its way into the limelight lately - namely, that this much-loved sports car will be getting a manual gearbox in 2023. While this new Toyota is hands-down the most exciting one to drive on the lot, some were disappointed that it only came with an automatic transmission. Adding a manual option would definitely appease that segment and make the Toyota Supra even more exciting to drive. We don't think it's too far of a stretch - after all, the BMW Z5, which it shares a platform with, offers a manual option. 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid offers a new trim The new Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is a great way to get the best of both worlds - a good amount of interior space as well as top-notch fuel efficiency. And we're excited to announce that this Orlando Toyota is getting a new trim-level for the 2022 model year - the SE. Previously, you could get the XSE if you wanted seriously sporty style and performance features. The SE offers a more affordable option and includes features like mono-tone paint, a 7" touchscreen audio interface, and tons of new packages - you can choose from options like the weather package, convenience package, and more. Schedule a test drive at Toyota of Orlando Ready to make your mark and get behind the wheel of a new Toyota? Call Toyota of Orlando today! We're open seven days a week at (407) 298-4500 and conveniently located just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall at 3575 Vineland Road.

There's a lot going on in the world of Toyota this week so we're just going to jump right into it - check out the latest Toyota news updates courtesy of your favorite Orlando Toyota dealership. What's new in Toyota news this week? New Toyota GR Supra Funny Car gets 330 hp Toyota introduced an all-new Toyota GR Supra Funny Car (a.k.a. drag racing car) to the world of NHRA this past weekend! Since 2012, their NHRA car has always been based on the ever-popular Toyota Camry, but for 2022 Toytora is putting a Supra in the ring. This new Toyota Funny Car will debut next February at the Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals weekend and will be piloted by J.R. Todd and Alexis DeJoria. Todd is the 2018 NHRA Champion, while DeJoria is a former U.S. Nationals winner. We can't wait to see what it has to offer - Funny Cars are typically bigger, wider, and has a longer wheelbase than production cars, so seeing the GR Supra transform into one will definitely be interesting. Is a GR Corolla headed our way? Pretty much everyone loves the all-new Toyota GR Yaris that was brought to market in Europe last year, and we were bummed to learn that it wouldn't be making its way stateside anytime soon. According to recent rumors, that's about to change. It's been suggested that an all-new GR Corolla with the same turbocharged 1.6L 3-cylinder engine as the GR Yaris will be introduced in the US, offering 295 horsepower. If the rumors are true, we can expect it to be unveiled sometime in the first half of 2022. Fingers crossed! Toyota Supra to go manual next year? Another rumor surrounding the Orlando Toyota Supra has been making its way into the limelight lately - namely, that this much-loved sports car will be getting a manual gearbox in 2023. While this new Toyota is hands-down the most exciting one to drive on the lot, some were disappointed that it only came with an automatic transmission. Adding a manual option would definitely appease that segment and make the Toyota Supra even more exciting to drive. We don't think it's too far of a stretch - after all, the BMW Z5, which it shares a platform with, offers a manual option. 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid offers a new trim The new Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is a great way to get the best of both worlds - a good amount of interior space as well as top-notch fuel efficiency. And we're excited to announce that this Orlando Toyota is getting a new trim-level for the 2022 model year - the SE. Previously, you could get the XSE if you wanted seriously sporty style and performance features. The SE offers a more affordable option and includes features like mono-tone paint, a 7" touchscreen audio interface, and tons of new packages - you can choose from options like the weather package, convenience package, and more. Schedule a test drive at Toyota of Orlando Ready to make your mark and get behind the wheel of a new Toyota? Call Toyota of Orlando today! We're open seven days a week at (407) 298-4500 and conveniently located just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall at 3575 Vineland Road.

Everyone loves a good concept car and this year at SEMA 2021, Toyota fulfilled. Seven custom Toyota concept vehicles were just revealed and our Orlando Toyota dealership has the breakdown on each of them. Which of these custom Toyota concepts would you drive? #1: TRD Desert Chase Tundra As if there wasn't already enough buzz about the new 2022 Toyota Tundra, Toyota upped its game and turned it into an off-road racing chase support vehicle. This new Toyota concept truck was transformed by the Toyota Motorsports Garage Team and includes a long-travel suspension system, a wide-body kit, a custom roll bar with two spare tires mounted on it, a custom-mounted off-road jack, and all of the other recovery equipment needed to rescue a fellow driver in harsh desert conditions. #2: "Tacozilla" Toyota Tacoma Camper We already talked about the " Tacozilla ", a Tacoma converted into a camper made for off-road adventures, at length. We'd buy it. They should make it. #3: 2022 Lifted and Accessorized Toyota Tundra The 2022 Toyota Tundra itself will be up for grabs next month (hint - follow us on social media for updates), but not like this. This customized Supersonic Red truck will offer a 3" lift kit among other things and will showcase a wide variety of the 100+ accessories that will be available for this redesigned truck. The good news? You can order each and every one of them right here at Toyota of Orlando to customize YOUR new Tundra. #4: TRD Sport Trailer Overlanders, get ready - this all-new overland trailer is designed for finding adventures in the toughest terrains. The trailer is made out of a Tacoma pickup bed and can serve as a base camp for overlanders, offering a remote-operated scissor lift for an additional platform, as well as a Yakima four-person tent with awning, a fridge a slide-out sink, a stove, lighting, fresh and gray water tanks, and a hot water heater for hot showers no matter where your adventures take you. #5: Tacoma Overlanding Concept Cruiser Outfitters and Toyota came together on this one to put together a Tacoma truly intended for adventures off the pavement. This concept truck showcases an Old Man Emu BP-51 adjustable suspension system, Dakar leaf springs in the rear, an ARB summit combo bar with fog lights, an Ultra HD skid plate system, rock sliders, and rocker protection. It also has a Yakima rooftop tent so you can go wherever the wind takes you and be ready for anything. #6: GR Supra Heritage Edition This incredible concept Toyota has 500+ horsepower, is sporting Re-Entry Red as its paint color, and has retro-inspired headlights and taillights as well as a rear wing that takes it back to the 1990s. It also has a tuned engine and turbocharger, bigger brakes, and custom push-rod rear suspension for bigger wheels and tires. #7: GR Supra Sport Top This open-top Toyota Supra was carefully designed to be open-air but still offers the structural rigidity and safety you'd need to hit the road. The two removable roof panels can be stored in the trunk of the car, and there's no "t-top" design - it's just open air above. It also has retro styling similar to the GR Supra Heritage Edition. Honestly, bring them all into production. We're ready for it! See all of our Toyotas in person at Toyota of Orlando Whether you want to see the new Toyota Tacoma, Toyota Supra, or 2022 Toyota Tundra in person, we've got you covered. Follow us on social media for updates on the new 2022 Toyota Tundra's arrival, and give us a call! Toyota of Orlando is open seven days a week at (407) 298-4500 and is conveniently located just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall at 3575 Vineland Road.

Everyone loves a good concept car and this year at SEMA 2021, Toyota fulfilled. Seven custom Toyota concept vehicles were just revealed and our Orlando Toyota dealership has the breakdown on each of them. Which of these custom Toyota concepts would you drive? #1: TRD Desert Chase Tundra As if there wasn't already enough buzz about the new 2022 Toyota Tundra, Toyota upped its game and turned it into an off-road racing chase support vehicle. This new Toyota concept truck was transformed by the Toyota Motorsports Garage Team and includes a long-travel suspension system, a wide-body kit, a custom roll bar with two spare tires mounted on it, a custom-mounted off-road jack, and all of the other recovery equipment needed to rescue a fellow driver in harsh desert conditions. #2: "Tacozilla" Toyota Tacoma Camper We already talked about the " Tacozilla ", a Tacoma converted into a camper made for off-road adventures, at length. We'd buy it. They should make it. #3: 2022 Lifted and Accessorized Toyota Tundra The 2022 Toyota Tundra itself will be up for grabs next month (hint - follow us on social media for updates), but not like this. This customized Supersonic Red truck will offer a 3" lift kit among other things and will showcase a wide variety of the 100+ accessories that will be available for this redesigned truck. The good news? You can order each and every one of them right here at Toyota of Orlando to customize YOUR new Tundra. #4: TRD Sport Trailer Overlanders, get ready - this all-new overland trailer is designed for finding adventures in the toughest terrains. The trailer is made out of a Tacoma pickup bed and can serve as a base camp for overlanders, offering a remote-operated scissor lift for an additional platform, as well as a Yakima four-person tent with awning, a fridge a slide-out sink, a stove, lighting, fresh and gray water tanks, and a hot water heater for hot showers no matter where your adventures take you. #5: Tacoma Overlanding Concept Cruiser Outfitters and Toyota came together on this one to put together a Tacoma truly intended for adventures off the pavement. This concept truck showcases an Old Man Emu BP-51 adjustable suspension system, Dakar leaf springs in the rear, an ARB summit combo bar with fog lights, an Ultra HD skid plate system, rock sliders, and rocker protection. It also has a Yakima rooftop tent so you can go wherever the wind takes you and be ready for anything. #6: GR Supra Heritage Edition This incredible concept Toyota has 500+ horsepower, is sporting Re-Entry Red as its paint color, and has retro-inspired headlights and taillights as well as a rear wing that takes it back to the 1990s. It also has a tuned engine and turbocharger, bigger brakes, and custom push-rod rear suspension for bigger wheels and tires. #7: GR Supra Sport Top This open-top Toyota Supra was carefully designed to be open-air but still offers the structural rigidity and safety you'd need to hit the road. The two removable roof panels can be stored in the trunk of the car, and there's no "t-top" design - it's just open air above. It also has retro styling similar to the GR Supra Heritage Edition. Honestly, bring them all into production. We're ready for it! See all of our Toyotas in person at Toyota of Orlando Whether you want to see the new Toyota Tacoma, Toyota Supra, or 2022 Toyota Tundra in person, we've got you covered. Follow us on social media for updates on the new 2022 Toyota Tundra's arrival, and give us a call! Toyota of Orlando is open seven days a week at (407) 298-4500 and is conveniently located just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall at 3575 Vineland Road.

Happy November! It's hard to believe that the year is almost over and the holidays are upon us, and even harder to believe that the new 2022 Toyota Tundra will be making its way onto our lot in no time (follow us on social media for updates). We're rounding up the latest Toyota news to keep you ahead of what's going on in the automotive world - dive in! Toyota of Orlando rounds up the latest Toyota news Toyota 86 and Tacoma win Best New Models to Customize awards from SEMA SEMA is happening this week (for those of you living under a rock, it's a huge auto show in Las Vegas) and Toyota is already scooping up awards. The Toyota Tacoma was named the Midsize Truck of the Year Award while the Toyota 86 takes home the honors of the Sport Compact of the Year. These two new Toyotas are extremely customizable and have a plethora of aftermarket parts that can be used to tailor them to very specific drive time needs. An all-new electric Toyota is announced in Japan Toyota is putting its money where its mouth is and putting an all-new electric model into production for 2022. Remember the Toyota bz4X that we talked about a while back? It's coming to fruition and will offer a new Toyota EV option for drivers who want to go green and cut back on fuel costs. BZ stands for "beyond zero", and the model won't just be clean - Toyota is stating that it will actually contribute positively to the environment. We don't know when we'll see it stateside, but we'll keep you posted! More details released on the 2022 Toyota 86 The newly redesigned 2022 Toyota 86 is headed to Toyota of Orlando in mere weeks and we've got more details recently released from Toyota. This finely tuned new Toyota sports car will offer precision performance, a lower center of gravity, a 2.4L flat-four engine for superior horsepower and performance, and a completely updated interior for a sleeker and sportier look inside the cabin. Additionally, the new MSRP will start at $27,700. Toyota included on Fortune Magazine's Global 500 List Toyota has moved up a spot to the #9 slot on the Global 500 List put out by Fortune Magazine. This list details the 500 largest corporations in the world based on revenue, and is usually considered a scorecard for a business's success. We're proud to say that in spite of COVID and production setbacks, Toyota still managed to finish 2020 strong. Toyota Dream Car USA Contest officially kicks off Do you have a little Toyota fan at home or just a kid that really likes cars? Break out the crayons and coloring paper - Toyota's Dream Car USA contest has officially begun. Kids can draw up their dream car or what they think cars SHOULD look like in the future and submit online or by US mail through January 31, 2022. The top three contestants will win cash prizes and a display of the winning artwork at the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles, CA. Stay tuned for the arrival of the 2022 Toyota Tundra and Toyota 86 That's all we've got for the week! We'll keep you posted on the arrivals of the new 2022 Toyota Tundra and Toyota 86, but follow us on social media for the latest and greatest updates. Have the best week and call Toyota of Orlando with any questions you might have! (407) 298-4500

Happy November! It's hard to believe that the year is almost over and the holidays are upon us, and even harder to believe that the new 2022 Toyota Tundra will be making its way onto our lot in no time (follow us on social media for updates). We're rounding up the latest Toyota news to keep you ahead of what's going on in the automotive world - dive in! Toyota of Orlando rounds up the latest Toyota news Toyota 86 and Tacoma win Best New Models to Customize awards from SEMA SEMA is happening this week (for those of you living under a rock, it's a huge auto show in Las Vegas) and Toyota is already scooping up awards. The Toyota Tacoma was named the Midsize Truck of the Year Award while the Toyota 86 takes home the honors of the Sport Compact of the Year. These two new Toyotas are extremely customizable and have a plethora of aftermarket parts that can be used to tailor them to very specific drive time needs. An all-new electric Toyota is announced in Japan Toyota is putting its money where its mouth is and putting an all-new electric model into production for 2022. Remember the Toyota bz4X that we talked about a while back? It's coming to fruition and will offer a new Toyota EV option for drivers who want to go green and cut back on fuel costs. BZ stands for "beyond zero", and the model won't just be clean - Toyota is stating that it will actually contribute positively to the environment. We don't know when we'll see it stateside, but we'll keep you posted! More details released on the 2022 Toyota 86 The newly redesigned 2022 Toyota 86 is headed to Toyota of Orlando in mere weeks and we've got more details recently released from Toyota. This finely tuned new Toyota sports car will offer precision performance, a lower center of gravity, a 2.4L flat-four engine for superior horsepower and performance, and a completely updated interior for a sleeker and sportier look inside the cabin. Additionally, the new MSRP will start at $27,700. Toyota included on Fortune Magazine's Global 500 List Toyota has moved up a spot to the #9 slot on the Global 500 List put out by Fortune Magazine. This list details the 500 largest corporations in the world based on revenue, and is usually considered a scorecard for a business's success. We're proud to say that in spite of COVID and production setbacks, Toyota still managed to finish 2020 strong. Toyota Dream Car USA Contest officially kicks off Do you have a little Toyota fan at home or just a kid that really likes cars? Break out the crayons and coloring paper - Toyota's Dream Car USA contest has officially begun. Kids can draw up their dream car or what they think cars SHOULD look like in the future and submit online or by US mail through January 31, 2022. The top three contestants will win cash prizes and a display of the winning artwork at the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles, CA. Stay tuned for the arrival of the 2022 Toyota Tundra and Toyota 86 That's all we've got for the week! We'll keep you posted on the arrivals of the new 2022 Toyota Tundra and Toyota 86, but follow us on social media for the latest and greatest updates. Have the best week and call Toyota of Orlando with any questions you might have! (407) 298-4500

Here at Toyota of Orlando, we love to sit back with the popcorn and watch the rumor mill churn. And we especially love it when the rumors surround bringing back much-loved icons like some of the popular sports cars in Toyota's past - namely, the Toyota MR2. This iconic coupe was a popular ride back in the 80s - 00s era, and with good reason. It was a unique mid-engine design that offered power but also fuel economy; it was also sporty and small, making it a ton of fun to drive. Is the Toyota MR2 headed back to Toyota of Orlando? However, to our chagrin, the Toyota MR2 was retired back in 2007 and we haven't seen it since. Imagine our excitement, then, when we hear rumors that it's coming back a la Supra - redesigned, retuned, and ready to hit the road. Here are the details! Supposedly, Toyota wants to bring the Toyota MR2 back to market. If you recall, back in 2017 there was a statement made by Tetsuya Tada, chief of Toyota Gazoo Racing, about a future performance-based group of cars called the "three brothers". So far we have the Orlando Toyota 86 and Toyota Supra, so it wouldn't be out of the question to assume that the MR2 could be making its grand return. According to rumors, Toyota is looking for a partner on the project similar to how they partnered with Subaru for the 86 and BMW for the Supra. If what we're hearing is true, they want to partner with either Lotus or Porsche. The new Toyota MR2 would harness hybrid power under the hood - specifically, plug-in hybrid power. It would be mid-engine again, with a 2.8L or 3.0L V6 engine that would offer anywhere from 345 horsepower to 395 horsepower. Pricing would kick off at around $43,900, making it even more expensive than the current Toyota Supra models at Toyota of Orlando. Aesthetically, the rumors claim that this revived icon will look similar to the Toyota Alessandro Volta concept, which featured a sleek and modern sports car. However, this concept was designed back in 2004, so we don't know how much weight this one holds. Supposedly, this iconic sports car would be returning to market in 2024, which means it would already have to be in development to meet the timeline. We truly don't know what to expect from this rumor - it may be just that and disappear in a few months with nothing coming to fruition. We'll just have to wait and see! However, if you need to get your sports car fix, come on down to Toyota of Orlando. We can get you behind the wheel of the new Toyota 86 or Toyota Supra so you can see which of them meets your drive time needs! Test drive a sports car today at Toyota of Orlando Our Orlando Toyota dealership is located just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall at 3575 Vineland Road. Come see us in person, or call! We can get you more info and schedule your test drive over the phone at (407) 298-4500. Additionally, you can shop online 24 hours a day!

Here at Toyota of Orlando, we love to sit back with the popcorn and watch the rumor mill churn. And we especially love it when the rumors surround bringing back much-loved icons like some of the popular sports cars in Toyota's past - namely, the Toyota MR2. This iconic coupe was a popular ride back in the 80s - 00s era, and with good reason. It was a unique mid-engine design that offered power but also fuel economy; it was also sporty and small, making it a ton of fun to drive. Is the Toyota MR2 headed back to Toyota of Orlando? However, to our chagrin, the Toyota MR2 was retired back in 2007 and we haven't seen it since. Imagine our excitement, then, when we hear rumors that it's coming back a la Supra - redesigned, retuned, and ready to hit the road. Here are the details! Supposedly, Toyota wants to bring the Toyota MR2 back to market. If you recall, back in 2017 there was a statement made by Tetsuya Tada, chief of Toyota Gazoo Racing, about a future performance-based group of cars called the "three brothers". So far we have the Orlando Toyota 86 and Toyota Supra, so it wouldn't be out of the question to assume that the MR2 could be making its grand return. According to rumors, Toyota is looking for a partner on the project similar to how they partnered with Subaru for the 86 and BMW for the Supra. If what we're hearing is true, they want to partner with either Lotus or Porsche. The new Toyota MR2 would harness hybrid power under the hood - specifically, plug-in hybrid power. It would be mid-engine again, with a 2.8L or 3.0L V6 engine that would offer anywhere from 345 horsepower to 395 horsepower. Pricing would kick off at around $43,900, making it even more expensive than the current Toyota Supra models at Toyota of Orlando. Aesthetically, the rumors claim that this revived icon will look similar to the Toyota Alessandro Volta concept, which featured a sleek and modern sports car. However, this concept was designed back in 2004, so we don't know how much weight this one holds. Supposedly, this iconic sports car would be returning to market in 2024, which means it would already have to be in development to meet the timeline. We truly don't know what to expect from this rumor - it may be just that and disappear in a few months with nothing coming to fruition. We'll just have to wait and see! However, if you need to get your sports car fix, come on down to Toyota of Orlando. We can get you behind the wheel of the new Toyota 86 or Toyota Supra so you can see which of them meets your drive time needs! Test drive a sports car today at Toyota of Orlando Our Orlando Toyota dealership is located just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall at 3575 Vineland Road. Come see us in person, or call! We can get you more info and schedule your test drive over the phone at (407) 298-4500. Additionally, you can shop online 24 hours a day!