Scion News Archives

WORLD Racing crossed the country last week and returned to their home territory of the East Coast to compete in the NOPI New Jersey Nationals at Atco Raceway. Chris Rado and his Pro FWD 2007 SCION tC were in top performance shape and ready to battle.

he expert editors at Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com (http://www.kbb.com), the leading provider of new- and used-vehicle information, today announce their picks for the Top 10 Coolest New Cars Under $18,000. The vehicles that made Kelley Blue Book’s 2008 list of Top 10 Coolest New Cars Under $18,000 — typically a gas-sipping bunch — arguably are cooler than they have ever been.

Toyota and Scion vehicle inventories have risen to record levels because the company misjudged just how much the U.S. market would decline this year. via AutoSpies

In a pinch, anything with a motor and wheels will get you where you need to go for any outdoor adventure, but we'll look at a few popular categories and outline what you'll get - and what you won't - from each, ... via Kicking Tires

Thirty-six outstanding vehicle interiors representing 13 manufacturers will compete for top honors in the 9th annual “Ward’s Interior of the Year” awards. Sponsored by Ward’s AutoWorld magazine, the prestigious competition is part of annual Auto Interiors Show scheduled for June 4-5 at Detroit’s Cobo Center.

Honda stunned car industry observers in Beijing by announcing the establishment of a new standalone brand aimed exclusively at the Chinese market.

“Digital HD Radio technology is ideal for our youthful, tech-savvy customers who will enjoy the wide range of content available on HD Radio channels.”

Toyota has recently announced a partnership with iBiquity, which will put HD Radio systems in a variety of Scion vehicles. via Jalopnik

Torrance, CA - Scion announced today that it will offer iBiquity Digital's HD Radio technology in select audio systems in the near future.

Daktronics Inc. recently partnered with Creative Technology (CT) to provide the creative setting for the unveiling of Toyota Scion’s Hako.

With Bruce McKay’s sidekick Gregory W. Floyd going to trial tomorrow in what may be his second Criminal Threats conviction (take your cameras per Order of NH Supreme Court, and see Chris Jensen’s NHPR story here), let’s take time to thanks Toyota/Scion Motorcars for creating Assy McGee in the shadow of Bruce McKay.

TORRANCE, California - The 2009 Scion xB, which remains unchanged from the '08 model except for one different exterior color, will be priced starting at $16,370 when it arrives in showrooms later this month. via Edmunds.com News

“I've been here five days, the weather outside is beautiful and I haven't been out there once”

Jim Farley, group vp-marketing, Ford April 13, 2008 When the news broke in October that Jim Farley was leaving Toyota after two decades to become group vp of marketing and communications at Ford, there were ... via Technology Marketing

Scion Announces 2009 Prices for xB and tC 11th April 2008 Scion Announces 2009 Prices for xB and tC Scion announced manufacturer's suggested retail prices today for the 2009 model year xB urban utility vehicle ...

Chris Rado and WORLD Racing made their way to Moroso Motorsports Park for the second event of the NOPI sanctioned by NHRA Drag Racing series. This event marked the first opportunity for WORLD Racing to launch the 1800 hp PRO FWD SCION tC down the track after the months of intense labor that went into it’s build.

DHAP Digital, Inc. announces the launch of the redesigned ScionRacing.com, a destination site for Scion racing enthusiasts. The new ScionRacing.com features significant and exclusive new photo and video content, presenting a vibrant rich media experience that captures the thrill of the race and the roar of the crowds. In addition, the new “Ask A Driver” feature lets site visitors go behind the scenes with the Scion teams to get a sense of what life is really like in the driver’s seat.

Torrance, CA - Scion today announced it will drift the RS*R Scion tC in Formula Drift events this year.

Scion’s drift car is based on its most popular model, the tC sports coupe. The factory built front-wheel drive tC turned into a drifting contender through a rear-wheel drive conversion performed by acclaimed exhaust and suspension manufacturer, RS*R.

The field of 18 is revved up for competition in this historic, 10-lap race for charity on a 1.97-mile street circuit through the downtown streets of Long Beach in Southern California.

An auto dealer service center is a lot like a doctor's office for your car. When something is wrong or your ride needs a check-up, a technician can set things right. Of course sometimes doctors make mistakes like taking off your left foot when they're supposed to amputate the right one, and things don't always go as planned in the hands of a trained tech

Many college graduates find it necessary to purchase a new vehicle, but this process can be difficult with student loans and new bills that are acquired after graduation.

Chris Rado's "Spy Car" featured in Carbon8 Magazine 4th April 2008 Chris Rado's "Spy Car" featured in Carbon8 Magazine posted in Scion tC News Once again Chris Rado graces the pages of the breakout online ...

Toyota Motor Sales' Scion division will reach the coveted young male demographic by sponsoring the new U.S. TV series Assy McGee, a sales official said. via RedOrbit

This week, we have a cult car. It's been launched here as the Daihatsu Materia, but it's been around for a few years in the States, where it's called the Scion xB, a Toyota brand aimed at the youth market. via Irish Independent

“We have reduced our daily rental fleet sales which makes our sales numbers lower.”

March U.S. auto sales plummeted by 12.0 percent to 1.36 million vehicles. And the first quarter results weren't much better. via AutoWeek

“We love finding innovative and fun ways to increase awareness of our new Scion xB”

Toyota is looking to get maximum exposure for the 2008 Scion xB, an entry-level wagon designed to appeal to younger drivers. via Media Week