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New Wireless Charging Development from Toyota Announced

With the many automotive technologies brands have perfected over the year, one that is not quite market-ready is wireless vehicle charging.

However, as a trailblazer in its field, Toyota is hard at work developing just that. What's more, it has just announced an official partnership with a company known as WiTricity known for its expertise in electric distance charging.

The partnership agreement cites that the two companies will work to develop 'wireless charging power…

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Toyota Turns SEMA into SEA-MA with New SpongeBob Highlander

The 2014 Toyota Highlander is an extremely versatile, spacious new Toyota model.

And to drive this point home in an unexpected way, Toyota introduced a very special version of its flagship SUV for the crowd at the annual Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show, this year in Las Vegas.

Dubbed the 2014 SpongeBob Highlander: Tanked Edition, the unique Toyota vehicle featured aquatic-themed interior and exterior detailing. And, one major detail the SpongeBob Highlander has to…

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The Toyota Tundra Tows like no Other

The Toyota Tundra is a major game changer in the full-size pickup segment. We at Chicago North Side Toyota Scion strongly believe this based on the Tundra's efficiency, ease-of-drive, utility and all around popularity here in Chicago, IL and the rest of the U.S.

And, speaking of which, in the state of Texas, where the Toyota Tundra is produced, the Auto Writers Association has recognized it for being the only full-size pickup truck…

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Toyota Performs Very Well on Interbrand's Best Global Brands List

We at Chicago Northside Toyota Scion already see the value of the Toyota brand quite clearly. In fact, we believe it can be pinpointed in the many great models of the new Toyota lineup such as the Camry and Corolla.

However, when an unbiased third party which also happens to be a global leader in brand evaluation and market research also is impressed with Toyota, well that is something very special.

And incidentally, it is…

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Toyota Chairman Lauds Hybrids for the Future

The Toyota Prius hybrid available here at Chicago Northside Toyota Scion in Chicago, IL is an incredibly popular choice, across the globe, even after more than 15 years as part of the new Toyota lineup.

And, now the proclaimed father of the Prius and chairman of Toyota Motor Corporation, Takeshi Uchiyamada, is urging consumers and automakers alike to keep the hybrid in mind for the future. What's more, Mr. Uchiyamada considers hybrid vehicles to…

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2014 Toyota Sienna Boasts More Features

If there's one vehicle that certainly has the family in mind, it's the Sienna, found here at Chicago North Side Toyota Scion. There are five different trims to choose from, and each has its own unique features. With the 2014 model, you can expect that to stay the same, but more additions are on the way.

Across the board, we're set to see all-wheel drive continue to be an option, as it…

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