Posted by Justin Brun on Tue, May 15, 2012 @ 03:09 PM
There is no better way to treat your new or used Toyota than with genuine Toyota accessories, parts and services from Acton Toyota – one of the top ranked Toyota dealerships in America for sales and service.
And as further incentive, Acton Toyota offers Everyday Deals on a wide variety of parts, accessories and services most important to keeping your Toyota in top form. Here are just a few.
Free 4-Wheel alignment with purchase of 4 new tires – Through 6/30/12, Acton Toyota will set front and rear wheel caster, camber and toe-in and inspect steering linkage and shocks to ensure your Toyota runs down the road just like new.
Free Brake Inspection and 20% off Brake Pads – Has your Toyota been squealing a lot lately? Through 6/31/12, simply stop into Acton Toyota for a free brake inspection and stop the noise. If your Toyota is in need of repair and new pads, as an added incentive, we’ll take 20% off the cost of new brake pads.
Save up to $128 on Michelin tires for Camry and RAV4 – Through 5/31/12, select Camry model owners can get new Michelin Energy MXV4 tires with a retail value of $214 each for only $189 each. That’s $100 in savings on a set of four tires. RAV4 owners can get Michelin Energy LX4 tires with a retail value of $241 each for only $209 each, adding up to $128 in savings on a set of four tires!
Save big on Yakima bike racks – Summer time is almost here, so to help celebrate terrific bike riding weather, through 5/31/12 we’re offering the Yakima DoubleDown 4 hitch rack with a retail value of $249 for only $199. For those who need a rack for heavier duty use, score even bigger savings on the Yakima Swingdaddy; normally $479, but only $399 at Acton Toyota!
Receive $50 or $100 off any auto body repair – Have an unsightly ding or dent in your Toyota that you’ve been holding off on having repaired? Through 8/31/12, stop into Acton Auto Body and we’ll take $50 off any repair of $500 or more and $100 off any repair of $1,000 or more.
10% off Do-It-Yourself Special – For those who prefer to work on their own Toyota, Acton Toyota hasn’t forgotten about you. Through 5/31/12, come into our Parts Department and receive 10% off all genuine Toyota parts.
There are even more Everyday Deals than what’s listed here, and they’re updated regularly. So go to our Parts and Service Specials page to print off the selected deal coupons and get more information on other offers that will save you big money.
Posted by Justin Brun on Tue, Apr 17, 2012 @ 09:18 AM
The all-new smaller and more affordable sibling to the 2012 Toyota Prius – the 50-mpg Toyota Prius C – had its official launch date on March 12, and it wasted no time finding its way into customer garages. In its very first sales week, the 2012 Prius C outsold both the plug-in-hybrid Chevrolet Volt and the fully electric Nissan Leaf.
But the Prius C didn’t just outsell these two competitors; the Prius C actually sold more units in its first three days (1,201 units) than both the Volt and the Leaf for the entire month of February.
The popularity of the newest addition to the Prius family is a combination of outstanding Toyota dependability, the highly efficient Hybrid Synergy Drive system and the capability of the 2012 Toyota Prius C to comfortably carry four people and all their cargo. Oh, and the timing of three-year high gas prices definitely helps.
With a base price of $18,950, the 2012 Prius C is one of the most affordable hybrid vehicles on the market. So if you’re looking for an entry-level five-door hybrid that gets a combined 50 mpg (46 highway/53 city), stop by the Acton Toyota showroom today because the Prius C continues to sell fast!
Posted by Justin Brun on Thu, Mar 15, 2012 @ 08:33 AM
Concept cars are the hit of every international auto show, as they give consumers a look at the creative minds behind an automotive brand. Concept cars create a vision of the future and what cars might look and function like 10 years down the road. However, most concept cars are strictly eye candy and never end up getting made, but some do.
The Toyota FT-Bh concept that was recently released at the 2012 Geneva Auto Show is one of those cars that just might end up making it to the assembly line. Think of it as a smaller, lighter, more fuel-efficient version of a Prius.
Through widespread use of magnesium, aluminum and high tensile steel, the FT-Bh weights in at an incredibly svelte 1,733 pounds and can be powered by either Hybrid Synergy Drive system that’s nearly 200 pounds lighter than the one used in the 2011 Toyota Prius, or the potential for a compressed natural gas (CNG) hybrid.
CNG is an attractive fuel alternative because it burns cleaner that gasoline, is less expensive to refine, and one of the largest natural gas reserves in the world can be found right here in the United States- helping reduce our dependency on foreign oil.
Of course, the Toyota FT-Bh concept was designed first-and-foremost with aerodynamics in mind, featuring air stream alloy wheels, low profile cameras instead of side mirrors, air curtain intakes on the front fascia, and a downward sloping roof to emulate the most aerodynamic shape on the planet – a raindrop.
There’s no guarantee that the FT-Bh will ever make it to production, but most times, the innovations and forward looking design cues of concept cars like the FT-Bh inevitably find their way into future production models.
Posted by Justin Brun on Mon, Mar 05, 2012 @ 10:11 AM
Acton Toyota of Littleton has just been awarded Toyota’s highest dealer honor, the President’s Cabinet Award. This marks the third consecutive year Acton Toyota has earned the coveted distinction.
The President's Cabinet Award is Toyota's most exclusive and prestigious honor. Limited to a maximum of only 12 dealerships nationally, this elite award recognizes a combination of operational superiority, high-volume sales and, most importantly, outstanding customer satisfaction performance.
Nationwide, there are 1,225 franchised Toyota dealerships and a total of 72 within the New England region. Just Acton Toyota of Littleton and one other dealership within the New England region were chosen for the award.
“We’re elated to again receive the President’s Cabinet Award. Our top priority has always and will always be to provide our customers exceptional service in all areas of our business- sales, service, and parts. We view this award as confirmation that we’re achieving that goal,” states Mike Hills, General Manager of Acton Toyota of Littleton.
In addition to the President’s Cabinet Award, Acton Toyota also earned Toyota’s Board of Governors and President’s Award honors. In fact, this marks the 21st consecutive year Acton Toyota has been recognized with Toyota’s President’s Award.
“These awards are the result of the collective efforts of all Acton Toyota employees. From top to bottom, from one department to the next, all our employees are focused on delivering our customers a great experience,” comments Glenn Hoffman, Assistant General Manager of Acton Toyota.
Posted by Justin Brun on Thu, Feb 23, 2012 @ 09:33 AM
There are many reasons to buy a Toyota, Lexus or Scion vehicle, but perhaps one of the most compelling reasons is the legendary dependability that has long been associated with all three brands.
And with consumers keeping their cars longer – the average age of vehicles in America has climbed to 11 years according to R.L. Polk & Co. – it’s now more important than ever to purchase a vehicle designed and engineered to endure reliably year after year.
As proof of the unmatched reputation for quality in every Toyota product, the recently released 2012 JD Power and Associates Vehicle Dependability Study ranks Lexus as number one with just 86 problems per 100 vehicles, Toyota as number three with only 104 problems per 100 vehicles and Scion in fifth with 111 problems per 100 vehicles.
The study measures problems per 100 vehicles experienced during the past 12 months by original owners of 2009 model year vehicles. The industry average for dependability is 132 problems per 100 vehicles, giving more perspective of just how well Toyota, Lexus and Scion actually performed.
To have even one brand rank in the top five of this extremely competitive dependability survey is an achievement. But to have all three brands in the top five is a testament to just how dependable Toyota vehicles really are.
With quality, dependability and durability rising to the top of most new car buyers’ lists, there’s never been a better time to buy a Toyota, Lexus or Scion vehicle. And Acton Toyota can help you find the vehicle best suited for your needs.
Posted by Justin Brun on Sat, Feb 18, 2012 @ 08:14 AM
The fuel efficiency and eco-friendly characteristics of a Toyota with Hybrid Synergy Drive have made the original Prius the most successful hybrid vehicle in history. But for some buyers, the venerable Prius has held a starting price just outside their range – until now.
With the introduction of the all-new 2012 Toyota Prius c – a sharp looking five-door sub-compact hatchback with superior maneuverability weighing a mere 2600 pounds – buyers can now have all the fuel efficiency and eco-friendly benefits of a Toyota hybrid for around $19,000. Along with the Prius Plug-In and the 2012 Prius V, the 2012 Prius c represents another valuable addition to the Prius family.
Boasting the highest rated city fuel economy rating of any vehicle that doesn’t plug into an electrical outlet (53 mpg city/46 mpg highway), the 2012 Prius c represents a remarkable blend of style, technology, fuel efficiency and value. Easy to maneuver in any tight situations while still offering seating for five and the added cargo convenience of a hatchback, the 2012 Prius c makes for an ideal city vehicle.
Available in four trim levels (ONE, TWO, THREE, FOUR), the 2012 Prius c will fit a wide range of budgets and tastes. From generous standard features in the Prius c ONE like auto climate control, remote keyless entry, multi-information display, Bluetooth hands-free phone and iPod connectivity, to advanced features in the Prius c FOUR like heated front seats, power moonroof, Display Audio system with navigation and Entune, the Prius c promises to deliver as much technology and convenience as it does value.
Regardless of trim level, all 2012 Prius c models are powered by a highly efficient Hybrid Synergy Drive 1.5-liter DOHC, 16-valve engine with intelligent variable valve timing (VVT-i) and a permanent magnet AC motor good for 60 hp mated to a 144 volt nickel-metal hydride battery generating 25.9 horsepower for total output of 99 horsepower.
Like every Toyota, the 2012 Prius c is designed with safety in mind, featuring nine standard airbags and the Toyota Star Safety System that includes Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology (SST).
The 2012 Prius c will begin arriving at Acton Toyota in March 2012. So if you’re in the market for the most fuel-efficient non-plug-in vehicle in America, contact us so you can be at the dealership and get behind the wheel when the very first Prius c models arrive!
Posted by Justin Brun on Fri, Jan 27, 2012 @ 09:43 AM
Nearly 60 years after its introduction as a rough, rugged, go-anywhere 4x4, the Toyota Land Cruiser has matured into one of the most opulent, luxurious and well-equipped SUVs money can buy. But don’t let its leather and wood grain interior or its chrome-clad exterior fool you into thinking the Land Cruiser has lost its off-road chops. Nothing could be further from the truth.
The 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser still sports a traditional body-on-frame construction and receives numerous improvements including features that keep it ahead of the competition when the road turns rough. A new Multi-Terrain Select system with settings for mud, sand and rocks controls wheel slip based for optimal traction, and the Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (KDSS) features auto-disengaging anti-roll bars for optimum suspension articulation.
An updated CRAWL Control system lets the driver choose one of five speeds for off-road driving, and CRAWL maintains that gear so the driver can fully focus on negotiating steep inclines, descents, obstacles and rugged terrain. A new Off-Road Turn Assist feature applies braking force to help the Land Cruiser make sharper turns when driving off-road.
To maintain visibility in all directions so rogue trees and boulders don’t find their way into any body panels, a new Multi-terrain Monitor displays multiple view angles of the exterior on the in-dash navigation system screen. It also comes in handy for those who spend most of their time negotiating crowded parking lots instead of rocky trails.
Despite all of these innovative off-road features, the 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser is still the pinnacle of SUV luxury. Voice-activated navigation with Bluetooth integration, rear-seat DVD entertainment, a center console cooler, heated and ventilated leather seating, Toyota Entune and Dynamic Cruise Control are just a few of the sophisticated and high-tech features the 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser offers.
Underneath it all is a brutally powerful 5.7-liter V8 that puts down 381 horsepower and 401 lb. ft. of torque through a buttery-smooth six-speed automatic en route to a sports car-like 6.5 second 0-60 time. And of course, what would the Land Cruiser be without its remarkable reliability and durability that outperforms every single one of its luxury SUV competitors.
The 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser will start arriving at Acton Toyota sometime in February. If you’d like to be one of the first to test drive this legendary SUV, contact us today and we will set you up as soon as they roll onto our lot.
Posted by Justin Brun on Wed, Jan 11, 2012 @ 09:00 AM
Acton Toyota of Littleton, in conjunction with Toyota Financial Services, would like to extend a “thank you” to the men and women in the military, particularly those who just returned home from overseas, for their sacrifice, dedication, and service to our great country.
On all new 2011 and 2012 Toyota vehicles, all eligible Military personnel and inactive reserves can take advantage of a special APR of 1.9%* financing through March 5th, 2012 at Acton Toyota of Littleton.
Additionally, this 1.9% APR program CAN be combined with the current $500 military rebate offered from Toyota Financial Services.
Should you have any questions concerning these military programs and/or if you’d Toyota vehicle information, please contact Acton Toyota of Littleton at 978-263-1500 or sales@actontoyota.com. Please here click for complete military qualification details.
Acton Toyota of Littleton is proud to offer those who serve our nation these well deserved savings.
*1.9% APR based on qualifying credit. Max term of 60 months.
Posted by Justin Brun on Thu, Jan 05, 2012 @ 09:01 AM
MR2, Corolla, Celica, Supra – Toyota has a storied lineage of offering incredible and exhilarating sports cars in the United States. But since the Celica went out of production in 2006, the Toyota family of vehicles has lacked a sports car for driving enthusiasts – until now.
Launching in 2012 under the Scion brand, the 2013 FR-S (Front-engine, Rear-wheel-drive, Sport) is a joint venture between Toyota and Subaru to build a lightweight, perfectly balanced, rear-wheel-drive sports car that harkens back to the days of the legendary AE86 “Hachi-Roku” Corolla.
Tipping the scales at a mere 2,800 pounds, the 2013 FR-S will feature a 2.0-liter, normally aspirated flat-four engine that puts out a robust 200 horsepower to the rear wheels through a six-speed manual transmission. This kind of a combination makes driving enthusiasts salivate, and early test reports from magazines such as Motor Trend and Inside Line are already praising the pre-production models for their scalpel-like precision, six-second 0-60 acceleration and cat-like reflexes in the corners.
This outstanding athleticism can be partly credited to the flat four-cylinder, horizontally opposed engine that sits low in the engine bay – a design similar to sports car icons like the Porsche Boxter and Cayman – giving the FR-S an incredibly low and stable center of gravity.
Not only is the FR-S lightweight, but it also has an incredibly low coefficient of drag at only 0.27. By comparison, the most fuel-efficient car on the road today, the Toyota Prius, has a 0.25 Cd. The slippery design of the FR-S combined with its weight will ensure that this new Scion will deliver outstanding fuel efficiency.
And perhaps the best part about the 2012 Scion FR-S is that this true, high-performance sports car will be available at a base price starting under $25,000.
So naturally the question everyone is asking is “when will it be available?” Expect the Scion FR-S to arrive here at Acton Toyota and Scion in Spring of 2012. Contact us if you want to be kept updated on the official release date of one of the most exhilarating Toyota-developed Scion models in years!
Posted by Justin Brun on Mon, Dec 19, 2011 @ 03:20 PM
It began as all innocent little jaunts that turn tragic begin – Clifton Vial, 52, of Nome, Alaska, took his 2000 Toyota Tacoma for an evening drive in sub-zero temperatures with no provisions, no tools and a nearly empty tank of gas.
40 miles north of town, Vial accidentally hit a snowdrift that enveloped his trusty Tacoma. With nothing more than tennis shoes and a $30 Sears jacket, trying to dig himself out with the mercury plummeting to -17 Fahrenheit would have surely meant frostbite.
With no cell phone coverage, Vial waited. And he waited. And he waited some more. Even in temperatures that would render most other trucks useless, the trusty Tacoma always started, giving Vial the heat he needed to keep from freezing solid.
He would only run the engine once in a while, but after three days in the Tacoma, the tank was nearly empty. He knew better than to venture out unprepared, as he usually carries extra gasoline, food, water and survival gear at all times. But not this time.
All he had to consume for three days was an unlimited supply of snow and two frozen cans of Coors Light. Vial cut the lids off the cans and dug the slush out with a knife, providing him with just enough fuel to get him through the 60-hour ordeal.
Three days after his Tacoma crashed into the snowdrift, rescuers found Vial and the truck. Although malnutritioned and tired, Vial suffered no frostbite thanks in part to the Tacoma and its ability to start despite being buried in snow with sub-zero temperatures that would overwhelm lesser trucks.
Although New England winters aren’t nearly as extreme as Alaska, having a new or pre-owned Toyota Tacoma from Acton Toyota will help make those cold, snowy days a little bit easier to endure.