Toyota announced today that it is recalling a number of vehicles for a defect that could make them harder to steer. In total, the voluntary recall affects 283,200 Toyota and 137,000 Lexus vehicles that were sold in the U.S. Toyota models subject to the recall include the 2004 Avalon and 2006 Highlander Hybrid, as well as Camry, Highlander, Sienna and Solara vehicles from the 2004-05 model years. Lexus recalls include 2004-05 ES330 and RX330 vehicles, as well ...
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Toyota and Lexus Vehicles Recalled for Steering Issue
Toyota announced today that it is recalling a number of vehicles for a defect that could make them harder to steer. In total, the voluntary recall affects 283,200 Toyota and 137,000 Lexus vehicles that were sold in the U.S. Toyota models subject to the recall include the 2004 Avalon and 2006 Highlander Hybrid, as well as Camry, Highlander, Sienna and Solara vehicles from the 2004-05 model years. Lexus recalls include 2004-05 ES330 and RX330 vehicles, as well ...
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IIHS Names Five Minivans Top Safety Picks
If you’re shopping for a safe family vehicle, you now have five more to consider. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has named five minivans Top Safety Picks. The 2012 Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan, Honda Odyssey, Toyota Sienna and Volkswagen Routan all earned the award for their top scores of “good” in front, side, rear and rollover crash protection, as well as having electronic stability control (ESC) standard. ESC is required by the government on all 2012 ...
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Toyota Raises Prices on 2012 Yaris, Tundra, Sequoia and Sienna
The 2012 Toyota Yaris is set to enter production this month, and next year’s model will carry a base price that’s $960 more than the 2011 model. Toyota says that the new Yaris will come with more than $1,000 of additional standard equipment, making it comparable to a 2011 model equipped with the Convenience Package, which adds features such as a four-speaker CD stereo system and a heavy-duty heater and starter.
Consumers can expect new Yaris pricing ...
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Cars of Summer: The Toyota Sienna Goes Shopping
For most people, summer is driving season. AAA estimates that 35 million people will hit the road this Fourth of July weekend. Even if you're not heading out with the crowds, summer means day trips, road trips, drives to the beach, festivals, fairs, visiting friends and commuting in the bright sunshine. This summer, U.S. News is putting the cars we test through their summer paces and giving you tips and advice for making the most of your summer ...
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You Grew Up, and So Did Your Minivan
The simple joy of driving is something that I may have lost as I've aged. When I was 16, I was just excited to drive. Given the option, I'd probably have chosen something other than the Chevy Suburban or Dodge Caravan that my parents owned, but I was more than happy to take the keys and run with whatever I was given.
It became clear that happiness no longer exists when I swapped test car keys with Managing ...
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