A photo of the Venza badge used on the back of the 2021 Toyota Venza.

Get an early look at the premium interior offered by the 2021 Venza

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What does the inside of the 2021 Toyota Venza look like? 

It would be hard for the average Alamo Toyota customer to find a missing link in the automaker’s crossover SUV lineup. However, when the newest member of the Toyota family arrives at the showroom, people will see that they were wrong. So, what does the inside of the 2021 Toyota Venza look like? Our team of product experts has been getting asked that question quite a bit since Toyota unveiled the Venza hybrid crossover SUV earlier this month. We’re still waiting for information to be released, but in the meantime, we have a few photos to share that you might like. The 2021 Venza offers the latest connectivity technology as well as incredible fuel economy. Let’s take a look at what you can expect to see when it’s finally for sale. Read the rest of this entry >>

A photo of three 2021 Toyota Sienna models lineup in the desert.

Toyota delivers a new Sienna for a new generation of buyers

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Is the 2021 Toyota Sienna getting redesigned? 

The Toyota Sienna is one of the premier models in the very competitive minivan segment of the global automotive industry. For years the Sienna has stood out from its peers by offering plenty of performance, interior cabin space and available all-wheel-drive, a rare feature in the class. Toyota is getting ready to launch a new generation of the vehicle for the upcoming model year. So, is the 2021 Toyota Sienna getting redesigned? Yes, it is. Toyota unveiled the new Sienna during a presentation at its facility in Plano, Texas. In addition to a new top-of-the-line trim grade, the 2021 Sienna will also be a hybrid vehicle platform. Let’s take a look at some early details Toyota has released.  Read the rest of this entry >>

A photo of the Prius badge used on the 2021 Toyota Prius.

Toyota marks 20th anniversary of the Prius with special edition

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What is new for the 2021 Toyota Prius? 

The year 2000 marked the beginning of a lot of new technology. Within the Toyota inventory, that means the Prius and its game-changing hybrid technology. To mark the second decade of production for this influential vehicle, the automaker is introducing the Prius 2020 Edition for the 2021 model year. That is only the beginning of what is new for the 2021 Toyota Prius. There will only be 2,020 of the special edition models produced that will feature a pair of exterior colors and exclusive badging. The rest of the 2021 Prius lineup picks up a few important upgrades as well. A few Alamo Toyota product experts took a look at the preliminary information published by the manufacturer. Let’s take a look at what they found.  Read the rest of this entry >>

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If you’re not using Toyota Skills for Alexa, you’re missing out on a lot

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What are Toyota Skills for Alexa? 

Other than smartphones, digital home assistants rank among the biggest game-changers in terms of convenience that we’ve seen in a long time. Devices like Amazon Alexa have made ordering necessary (and unnecessary) items from the online retailer easier than ever. Alexa has become such an indispensable part of so many people’s lives, it was only a matter of time before its reach and capabilities expanded to outside the home with new and innovative skills. So, what are Toyota Skills for Alexa? Our manufacturing partner has partnered with Amazon to help vehicle owners interact with their properly equipped vehicles from the comfort of their homes. Let’s take a look at what is possible with this new technology.  Read the rest of this entry >>

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The future of Toyota product is very bright

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What is new for Toyota customers? 

There are a lot of great things happening in and around the Alamo Toyota showroom. The 2020 model year is really hitting its stride and those cars, trucks and SUVs are more advanced and connected to the outside world than ever before. So, what is new for Toyota customers? Well, buyers of the Toyota GR Supra will be eligible for some exciting benefits, the Toyota Tacoma gets a closer look at its impressive history and promising future. Finally, the automaker gives people a glimpse of relationships that will change the way people interact with their properly equipped Toyota vehicles. If anyone has any questions about what the new class of Toyota models has to offer, please reach out to an Alamo Toyota product expert today.  Read the rest of this entry >>

A photo of the 2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback in motion on the road at night.

Are you ready for the next generation Corolla to offer a lot of performance?

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Is Toyota adding a new version of the Corolla to its lineup? 

The Toyota Corolla is the most popular and best-selling vehicle in the history of the automotive industry. Over the years, it has mostly been available in the form of a sedan, but other body styles have appeared along the way as well. In fact, the newest member of the Corolla family, the hatchback variant, has really reignited interest in the platform. So, is Toyota adding a new version of the Corolla to its lineup? A recent article written by Joey Caparella of Car and Driver magazine seems to believe it will happen sooner than you’d think. The new GR Corolla will have an incredibly high-performing powertrain under the hood and a host of upgraded components to match. Let’s take a look at what we can expect to see.  Read the rest of this entry >>

A stock photo of a car sitting alone in a driveway.

The vehicle in your driveway needs a little attention during quarantine, too

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How often should I drive my car during quarantine? 

Hopefully, you, your family and loved ones have been doing okay during quarantine. Obviously, the most important thing is to keep people safe. As long as that is well taken care of, we can turn our attention to other things, like your vehicle. If you’re adhering to the Texas shelter-at-home order, you’re weekly driving has probably gone down quite a bit. If you’re wondering, ‘How often should I drive my car during quarantine,’ the Alamo Toyota Service Department is here to help. Letting a vehicle sit in the driveway too long can cause several problems. A few of our service technicians helped to craft this handy guide so you will always be able to rely on your vehicle. Let’s take a look at what they have to say.  Read the rest of this entry >>

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Alamo Toyota remains open for service and sales during state shutdown order

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Can I get my car fixed during the Texas Shelter at Home order? 

The onset and demonstrated danger of COVID-19 has required every Texas citizen to make some major changes to their daily routine. The original executive order signed by Gov. Greg Abbott is slated to end on or around April 30. However, there is still quite a bit of time between now and when the order is hopefully lifted. If you’re wondering, ‘Can I get my car fixed during the Texas Shelter at Home order,’ Alamo Toyota in Sant Antonio is here to tell you yes. Automotive service and sales have fallen under Gov. Abbot’s essential business carve outs, and we’re ready to help you with what you need.  Read the rest of this entry >>

A photo of some of the badges used by the 2020 Toyota Camry with all-wheel-drive.

Get to know the latest version of the Camry before it arrives in town

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Fuel Economy Scores for the 2020 Toyota Camry with AWD

The Toyota Camry is one of the most popular vehicles ever produced. From our point of view, it has led the industry in so many important ways. For the current model year, the automaker has announced that the popular Camry platform will be available with all-wheel-drive later in the sedan’s production cycle. This won’t be the first time that Toyota has equipped the midsize sedan with all-wheel-drive, but it has certainly been a minute since it was an available option. Our team has learned a lot about the latest version of the vehicle as well as the fuel economy scores for the 2020 Toyota Camry with AWD. Given the challenges we’re facing in the United States right now, we don’t know when it will arrive. But our team wanted to share the latest information we had available. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Alamo Toyota helps customers get a jump on vehicle research

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Toyota Vehicles Versus the Competition Videos

Decades of technological improvement have made buying a new vehicle more daunting than ever. Modern vehicles can perform feats that would have seemed like science fiction to our grandparents. A well-informed shopper is a happy shopper. At least, that is the mantra followed by the team of product experts working at Alamo Toyota. We understand that it can be difficult to track down objective information about cars on the internet. Our team spent some time looking for some resources to help people on their journey to pick out the best vehicle to meet their needs. These videos feature some of the most popular models competing against their top rivals in some of the most densely packed segments in the automotive industry. If you’d like to learn more about these vehicles, make an appointment with an Alamo Toyota product expert today. Read the rest of this entry >>