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Toyota Prepares to Launch All New Prius v

In case you missed it, Toyota has released a... we... let's call it a unique advertisement known as the "people person" commercial. It literally features a person who is made our of other various humans, who then proceed to break apart as they all discover a new vehicle in the Prius lineup. Wait, the Prius is a lineup now? Yes, that's the real shocker of the commercial; the Japanese automaker's lauded hybrid…

Toyota Keeps it Green in the UK with 17,000 Solar Panels

In Toyota's continued effort to bring green technology to every market in the world, they have now begun an initiative to install 17,000 solar panels in the UK to power its factory. The project, which is taking place in Derbyshire, England has been given the green light, and now Toyota just needs to move the solar panels in. The Japanese automaker has already begun to prepare for the big move by allotting 90…

Remember back to 2008 when Toyota promised to display a CNG-electric hybrid Camry at the Las Angeles Auto Show? Irv Miller, Vice President Toyota Motor Sales' U.S. division said, "With this concept, we are confirming our interest in pursuing CNG [natural gas]."

Despite Miller's strong proclamation of intent, it's hard to recall much news about Toyota's pursuit of CNG, since 2008. Perhaps the topic has been pushed out of the media's sight and minds by the company's poster child, the Prius. It certainly doesn't mean that Toyota shelved their plans.

Recent reports indicate…

Toyota Working On 2011 Prius Hybrid Minivan

Toyota has seen considerable success with their well known Prius Hybrid sedans, which are available at Toyota Dealers like Capital Toyota at 5808 Lee Hwy in Chattanooga. With Prius already in its third generation, Toyota has started to branch out its "Hybrid" name plate to other vehicles, including a rumored Prius Minivan.

It's been unofficially announced that Toyota will expand their Prius Hybrid logo as a sub-model of the Japanese auto maker. The future?

Driving The Toyota Prius Plug-In

Many of you have checked out the all new Toyota Prius at Capital Toyota. Some have even taken the Prius hybrid for a test drive. But how about a spin in the upcoming Prius Plug-in?...