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Toyota Camry News Archives for May 2008

May 31, 2008 | KVAL-TV Eugene

Gas math: How much to the lake and back?

With gas prices so high, we wanted to know just how much it cost to drive some of the most popular vehicles on the road for a day at the lake.

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Related Topix: Eugene, OR, Toyota Prius, Toyota, Honda, Honda Civic, Nissan, Nissan Quest

Thu May 29, 2008

Brandon's Blog

Has BS jumped the shark?

I'm a pretty big fan of Penn Teller's Bullshit on Showtime. I don't always agree with them, sometimes they even change my mind.

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Related Topix: Toyota

Tue May 27, 2008

Tampabays10.com

Consumer Reports: Gas-Saving Moves

Whether you're headed on vacation or just headed to work, Consumer Reports tests show several moves can add up to real savings at the pump.

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Related Topix: Toyota

Mon May 26, 2008

Newsday.com

As price of gas rises, some hybrids become scarce

Some hybrid cars, especially the Toyota Prius, have become scarcer than the proverbial hen's teeth on Long Island as gas has soared past $4 a gallon.

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Related Topix: Advertising, Toyota, Nassau Metro, Toyota Prius

Sun May 25, 2008

Adam Smith, Esq.

Lessons From Toyota

Have you ever considered a completely different approach to strategic planning for your firm? An approach kind of like Toyota's? Let me explain.

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Related Topix: Honda Accord, Honda, Nissan Altima, Nissan, Honda Civic, Toyota

Fri May 23, 2008

Car and Driver

2009 Mazda 6 - First Drive Review

In retrospect, it was hardly a contender, too undersized and roughly mannered to hold its place in the growing segment of family-size imported sedans as the Toyota Camry , Honda Accord , and Nissan Altima ...

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Related Topix: Mazda 6, Mazda, Nissan Altima, Nissan, Honda Accord, Honda, Toyota, Autos

Thu May 22, 2008

SmartMoney

Toyota To Up Overtime Pay For Voluntary Quality-Control Work

Toyota Motor Corp. will boost overtime pay to their assembly line workers for their voluntary efforts to improve production quality, the company said Thursday.

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Related Topix: Automakers, Toyota, Toyota Motor, Toyota Prius, World News, Japan,

Wed May 21, 2008

AutoblogGreen

GM considers the future of the full-size pickup truck

It's no secret that the pickup truck market is shrinking, with high gas prices as one obvious culprit.

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Related Topix: Toyota, Chevrolet, Ford F Series, Ford

Mon May 19, 2008

Tribune-Star

New Nissan Altima makes smooth moves

“I've grown up. I'm past that whole 'sporty' stage. Now I want to be a luxury car.”

THE CULLMAN TIMES CULLMAN, Ala. - There was a time, not too long ago, when American cars' suspensions were designed by Jet-Puffed and Japanese suspensions were designed by sadists. via Tribune-Star

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Related Topix: Cadillac, Cullman, AL, Cadillac Fleetwood, Nissan Altima, Nissan, Toyota

Sun May 18, 2008

AutoblogGreen

Solomon Tech's appeal in Toyota hybrid patent case denied

As we've just recently wrote, Toyota has been ordered to pay the very hefty sum of $4.3 million to Paice LLC for patent infringement related to its Hybrid Synergy Drive. via AutoblogGreen

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Related Topix: Toyota

Fri May 16, 2008

The Independent and Free Press

Superior going hybrid

Superior Glove Works in Acton recently passed the halfway mark of converting its entire 15-vehicle fleet to hybrid vehicles. via The Independent and Free Press

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Related Topix: Toyota

Thu May 15, 2008

WCJB

Going Green, Saving Green?

“It depends on where you drive”

Gas prices are at all-time record highs Monday hitting 3.82 a gallon in North Central Florida-- up four cents from Sunday. via WCJB

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Related Topix: Florida, Toyota, Toyota Prius, Chevrolet, Chevrolet Tahoe

Tue May 13, 2008

Left Lane News

Break even time on hybrid vehicles drastically dropping with rising gas prices

When automakers first began offering hybrid models at the turn of the century, it was hard to validate the car's higher purchase price - when compared to gasoline-only counterparts - against the relatively low ... via Left Lane News

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Related Topix: Toyota

Mon May 12, 2008

Paddock Talk

ARCA: Michael Annett Kentucky Race Recap

No. 28 Pilot Travel Centers Camry Race: Drive Smart Buckle Up Kentucky 150 Track: Kentucky Speedway Date: May 10, 2008 Started: Fourth Finished: Ninth Laps Completed/Total Laps: 112/112 For the first time in ... via Paddock Talk

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Related Topix: Toyota

Sun May 11, 2008

MyATLtv.com

Airfares And Auto Prices Going Up

With oil topping $124 a barrel airfares are up again this morning to cover the costs. via MyATLtv.com

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Related Topix: Toyota, Life, Food, Pizza

Sat May 10, 2008

Arizona Daily Star

Time to reconsider fuel-miser hybrids

' Thought about buying a hybrid but have yet to take the plunge? Now may be the time to reconsider. via Arizona Daily Star

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Related Topix: Toyota

Fri May 09, 2008

KMOT-TV Minot

First of Fargo`s Fleet of Hybrids Hits the Road

The first of Fargo`s new fleet of hybrid cars has hit the road and it`s being driven by Police Chief Keith Ternes. via KMOT-TV Minot

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Related Topix: Toyota

Thu May 08, 2008

The Tennessean

Inappropriate tires waste billions of gallons of gas

“I would have paid more for tires that get better mileage. Instead, I spent extra money for the privilege of spending more money on gas”

Consumers are in the dark on mileage, tires William Lowry recently spent $500 to replace the tires on his Toyota Camry hybrid. via The Tennessean

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Related Topix: Toyota, Los Angeles Metro

Wed May 07, 2008

WFMY 2 Greensboro

Weak Dollar Cited as Reason For Price Increase in Japanese Cars

Toyota, the world's second biggest automaker by annual vehicle sales, is raising its U.S. prices later this month. via WFMY 2 Greensboro

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Related Topix: Toyota, Toyota Yaris

Buffalo News

Save gas by driving differently

With gas prices hovering near $4 a gallon you might consider taking a bus or jumping into a car pool. via Buffalo News

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Related Topix: Mercury, Mercury Mountaineer, Toyota

Tue May 06, 2008

EagleTribune.com, North Andover, MA

Motor Mouth: Toyota Camry wins with history

“In this tight economy, people are seeking more value”

Working as an engineer or designer on the Toyota Camry must simultaneously seem like both the world's most difficult job and the earth's easiest assignment. via EagleTribune.com, North Andover, MA

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Related Topix: Salem, NH, Scion, Toyota, Auto Dealers

Sun May 04, 2008

Carscoop

Toyota USA Increases Prices on Certain Models

More specifically, the base MSRP for 2008 Yaris sedan is now $12,425 while the liftback model will list a new base MSRP of $11,550 . The 2008 Prius will carry a MSRP of $21,500 . -Continued The 2008 Camry ... via Carscoop

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Related Topix: Toyota, Toyota Yaris, Toyota Prius, Toyota Highlander, Toyota Corolla

Fri May 02, 2008

Seattle Times

Big Three sales plunge as buyers think small

“The smaller-car segment will continue to grow through the summer as gas prices probably get worse, and the Japanese automakers are much better positioned to capitalize on that.”

The mass exodus away from trucks and SUVs gathered momentum in April, with both General Motors and Ford posting double-digit drops in U.S. sales Thursday, despite relatively strong showings on the car side. via Seattle Times

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Related Topix: Toyota, Ford Focus, Ford, Toyota Prius, Auto Dealers

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