Friday, April 26, 2013

Toyota ME.WE electric car concept; Green from the wheels up!


The Toyota ME.WE isn't your typical Toyota concept car.
In fact, were it not for the word Toyota appearing at the top of this page, you might have assumed the quirky little electric car was from another maker entirely.

Toyota's concepts are often a lot more edgy and futuristic looking, like its Shanghai Auto Show exhibits. By contrast, the ME.WE's boxy proportions, earthy color scheme and simplistic interior appear to hark back to European beach cars of the 1960s, like the Mini Moke and Fiat Jolly.
There is, of course, more to the ME.WE than meets the eye. It's as high-tech as any other Toyota concept, and almost certainly greener too.
It starts with the electric powertrain, using in-wheel motors borrowed from the Toyota i-Road concept, and under-floor batteries as seen in the Toyota and Scion iQ EV models.
With a motor for each wheel, the ME.WE offers the option of two or four-wheel-drive, when required--without the weight penalty such a system would usually demand. Lack of any intrusive drivetrain elements also allows more of the car's volume to be used for interior space.
The tubular aluminum structure and polypropylene panels keep weight to a minimum--just 1,653 pounds, only 31 lbs of which are the body panels.

Courtesy of Fox News

Thursday, April 25, 2013

Thank you for this positive review!






"Mike Calvert was the place to buy, got a 2013 Toyota Scion TC for our daughter, she was HAPPY! Thanks to internet sales guy and Rick B in finance our experience was awesome"- A Yahoo! Local user

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Wednesday, April 24, 2013

Behind the scenes of the "Only The Name Remains" campaign as Idris Elba drives the 2013 Toyota Avalon that gets a double take with its all-new look and styling.

A special thanks to all our valued customers for these 7 positive reviews!

“My experience was very positive! I loved my salesman and my Fincance guy as well! I will reccomend all of my family and friends to Mike Calvert Toyota.”- Diana


“There was no pressure on me to buy something I did not want or couldn't afford! They just wanted to make me happy. And they did. I will recommend Mike Calvert Toyota to anyone in the market for a car. Best experience ever - and I have purchased a lot of cars!”- Sandi


“Our last experience last month leasing a new 2013 Camry may have been the best yet----or maybe it was just because we love this new Camry even better than the last one!! We would recommend Mike Calvert Toyota to anyone within a reasonable distance of the dealership for either a new or used car.”- Don


“Found out he was a minister, (someone else told me) boy oh boy was he a nice guy and very honest. Not giving his name, but he is the internet salesman. Rick B in finance was awesome as well! We now own a 2013 Toyota Scion TC real cute (she's happy) Thank goodness our experience was a GREAT one. Yes I would return!”- Karen


“I had the most amazing experience at this dealership! It only took one day to find my dream SUV. I had an easy process in obtaining my vehicle. Mr.Roger was the best in working with the budget that I had to spend. Thank you so much!!!”- Anjane’tte



“I would reccomend Mike Calvert to all of my family and friends!! They make you feel important!! This is a very huge expense and you should be happy with your purchase!! Mike Calvert makes sure that you are!! Love it!!”- Diana

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Tuesday, April 23, 2013

The 2013 Toyota Avalon Hybrid Limited is Waiting For Your Test Drive!


MSRP $41,400* 
City MPG40†      Hwy MPG39†

Good  Looking and Great For the Environment
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Friday, April 12, 2013

Easy Ways To Increase Your Gas Mileage!






                                                    
Use Cruise Control (When Appropriate)
 According to Edmunds.com, using cruise control under appropriate conditions (avoiding use during especially hilly terrain) can improve fuel economy by up to 14%. That's a savings of about 43 cents per gallon. 

Courtesy of Investopedia