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Of course we love the vehicles that Toyota produces, but we are also big fans of the other work that Toyota does. Currently, they are working with Oprah to seek out people who do good work for their communities and giving them well-deserved recognition. In the video below we get to hear all about one of these people.

Here at Chicago North Side Toyota Scion, we think that the work this woman is doing is…

Hybrid vehicles are often known for being out there in their styling: think of the Toyota Prius! It certainly made waves with its futuristic shape when it came to market years ago. Many people like letting the world know they're driving a hybrid, but others prefer the regular look and feel of a sedan.

With aesthetics in mind, the 2014 Toyota Avalon Hybrid is a great choice for those who need a full-size sedan and great fuel ratings.

The Avalon Hybrid is available in three trims: XLE Premium, XLE Touring, and Limited. We agree with everything mentioned in the…

Videos for the #ALSicebucketchallenge have started to slow down on people's Facebook feeds, but as far as viral campaigns go this one for a great cause hung on for some time.

The automotive industry wasn't silent with this challenge, and dealerships, groups, and executives joined the cause. They nominated within the brand and even called out rivals, ensuring that everyone had chilly fun and got a chance to donate to a great cause. This touching tribute from the CCO of Toyota really stood out though!

Clearly this challenge meant a lot to Hemp, and we're glad she…

What should any kind of car give you? How about options. That's just what you'll find in the new 2014 Toyota Prius Plug-In, which is not only an electric, plug-in car, as you'll see here in this funny commercial. Take a quick look before heading on over to our Chicago, IL dealership.

With the option to use the built-in hybrid engine, you'll still be able to drive this Prius model when…

Okay so here at Chicago Northside Toyota Scion we know that plenty of you drivers out there do most of your driving within 20 miles of your house. The stop and go pattern of city driving is hard on vehicles and always delivers the worst fuel economy a car can get. So if you seem to spend a lot of your time behind the wheel sitting in traffic, or just making quick trips in your…

Are you in search of the perfect vehicle to take you on all of your adventures this summer? There are some great options out there, but if you really want to have a good time then we recommend the Toyota RAV4. This SUV can accommodate the entire family with a comfy interior and plenty of innovative features.

Of course the thing we love most about this model is that it has the ability to get…

As you may have heard, the Toyota Time Sales Event is going across the country and right here at our Chicago, IL dealership. It's an exciting time for everyone involved and there are some really great deals to be had. But we want to revisit another excellent ad campaign from our favorite brand for a vehicle that will be great for the whole family. Check it out.

Of course we're talking about the…

Blessed are the passionate, for their hopeful glass is never empty--and we can't help but be envious. After all, they're the stock of folks that help bring the stylish Toyota models we offer to market, and create the eye-catching designs that bond with our customers. In a recent video, however, our preferred automaker gave us some insight into that process.

In the case of the 2015 Camry, passion takes on a higher importance…

The Muppets sure know how to have a good time when cruising around town. This could be because they are enjoying the spacious interior of a 2014 Toyota Highlander. They get to take advantage of the the extra wiggle room along with all of its innovative technology. The experience is so fun in fact, that they decide to break out in song.

As you can see in the music-filled commercial below, the Highlander has room for everything but boring. We'll let the Muppets fill you in on the rest in the video below.

It was just over a decade ago that the Toyota brand revolutionized the automotive industry forever with the introduction of the eco-friendly Prius. Now the Japanese automaker is seeking to do it again with their new hydrogen fuel cell concept, which was recently unveiled at the 2014 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

While the concept has yet to be named, the Toyota brand has stated that it will have an impressive range of up…