Toyota of Danville

Remodel at Toyota of Danville

2011-05-04T11:56:00.000-07:00

The remodel at Toyota of Danville is in the process of being finished and we welcome folks to stop in to take a look at how the progress is coming. The construction team has worked extremely quickly and efficiently to finish this project on time to allow our customers and staff to enjoy the great benefits that the remodel will provide.

Space will be doubled in the showroom as well as more services for customers in the service area. A customer lounge complete with a cafe and wireless internet are just a few of the new amenities. New service lanes will allow customers to drive indoors for appointments for drop off and pick up of their vehicle.

The renovations will add a total of 1,800 square-feet of space to the sales department and 2,300 square-feet of space to the service department for more than 4,000 extra square feet. Stop in to Toyota of Danville today and ask for the construction tour to see firsthand some of the upgrades that we have going on.

Tires Champaign IL

2011-01-11T13:10:00.000-08:00

Toyota of Danville knows that tires are one of the most important features on your car. Tires are what you depend on to stop your car, swerve away from an accident, and keep you going down the road safely. The small piece of rubber between your families safety and the road is very important and that is why you should always keep them properly inflated and rotated.

Why does a Tire Blow out?

When tires fail, it is sometimes difficult to figure out why the trouble happened and who is responsible. Is it the manufacturer's fault or maybe it's the installer's mistake? As a result of tire-failure accidents being on the rise with little responsibility to go around, many car companies have been forced to toughen tire safety standards. Motor Authority said safety standards in the European Union are about to become stricter with the introduction of new mandates. Some of the new rules being considered include the fitment of advanced low-noise tires, electronic stability control and some kind of tire pressure monitoring systems as standard features to new models. The tire monitoring system standard, according to the Federal Motor Vehicle Standards, specifies performance requirements for tire pressure-monitoring systems to warn drivers of an under-inflated tire. This standard applies to all passenger cars, trucks and buses of 10,000 lbs. or less. Toyota of Danville uses only the top tires and tire pressure is closely monitored along with the wear of your tires.

Do tires increase gas mileage?

Tire under-inflation is the leading cause of tire failure. On the other hand, fully inflated tires mean less rolling resistance.
Now there are those who over-inflate their tires "to get better gas mileage ". However, over-inflating your tires will also have negative impact on the "footprint" or "contact area" of your tires on the road. Indeed, whereas under-inflating tires causes an increased, inefficient contact area with all the negative consequences as those mentioned above (and more); over-inflating tires will negatively reduce contact area, causing it to be too small for your tires to grip the road as effectively as possible. Furthermore, over-inflating your tires will also cause improper tread wear patterns, along with premature tire wear, costing you that much more because of having to buy new tires quicker.

Staying Safe

Keeping tires in good condition will not only save your wallet, it could save your life. The United States NHTSA estimates that 10,000 injuries could be prevented by monitoring tire pressure. People should always remember that a relatively thin piece of rubber separates their car from the road beneath them. So a driver must take part in ensuring their safety with well-inspected and well-inflated tires.

At Toyota of Danville we know that the tires that carry your family from place to place are the most important things on the road. Our service technicians make sure that your tires are rotated balance and safe for your family to ride. Don't take chances with tires as they are only thing that keeps your car off the road!

Champaign Toyota Colllege Rebate

2010-12-16T11:57:00.000-08:00

Toyota of Danville is proud to serve both colleges in Champaign and Danville college students. We are the trusted dealership for not only students but for all University employees. Getting a quality education is as American as apple pie, and you should not have to worry about breaking the bank to get a safe and affordable car. Toyota of Danville is the trusted dealership in the Champaign and Danville communities and we will continue to provide excellence in customer service.

Take the test you’ll enjoy: A Toyota test drivee
School may be out for you, graduate, but there’s still more to learn—and earn. If you’ve obtained a degree within the last two years, you may qualify for the Toyota College Graduate Finance Program, now featuring a $1,000 rebate toward the purchase or lease of select new Toyotas through your Toyota dealer and Toyota Financial Services (TFS).

It pays to go to college: The Toyota College Graduate Finance Program*
We all know that going to college can be tough on the pocketbook. TFS goes to the front of the class with a finance plan that features the following:

No money down and no monthly payments for the first 90 days on select finance programs on all new untitled Toyota vehicles
Competitive APRs and one year of complimentary Roadside Assistance on all new untitled Toyota vehicles and Toyota Certified Used Vehicles
And now, Toyota and TFS are proud to offer a $1,000 rebate, our largest college rebate ever, when you purchase or lease any new Toyota Camry (excluding Hybrid models), Corolla, Matrix, RAV4, Tacoma or Yaris, between now and January 3, 2011.

Making the grade: How to qualify
To qualify for the rebate, you’ll need to meet the following graduation, employment, insurance and credit criteria requirements.

Earn your degree. To take advantage of the program, you must meet one of the following:
- Have graduated from an accredited four-year college, university, or registered nursing degree program during the last two years or graduate from such a school/program within the next six months
- Have graduated from an accredited two-year college during the last two years
- Be enrolled in an accredited graduate degree program or have received a degree from an accredited graduate program during the last two years
- Have graduated during the last two years from the two-year Toyota Technical Education Network (T-TEN) Program or any other two-year post secondary automotive program accredited by the NATEF
- Have completed an electrician apprenticeship/certification program during the last two years through the NJATC and the IBEW

Get to work. Show proof of present employment or future employment with a start date within 120 days of your purchase contract date. Note that TFS must deem your income sufficient to cover living expenses and vehicle payments.
Get insured. Have proof of collision insurance. Ask your dealer for details.

If you meet all the above criteria but have experienced minor credit lapses, don’t give up. You may still qualify if you’ve paid off your obligations within 60 days or less of the due date and made non-credit related (e.g., rent, utilities, health club membership, etc.) charge-offs of $250 or less.

Toyota of Danville is proud to be the trusted leader in Central Illinois for all College employees and Students. We know that getting an advanced education can be expensive. Therefore we offer incentives to help with the purchase of a new Toyota. Visit your local Champaign Toyota Dealer for a test drive today and enjoy the value of a safe and reliable vehicle from the most trusted Toyota Dealership in Illinois.

Motorcycles Danville IL

2010-12-07T14:52:00.000-08:00

Gas prices are always moving upward, and many people are looking for alternative forms of transportation. Motorcycles have become a popular choice for many, including a surprising women and baby boomers. The face of your average motorcycle rider is changing. From women to older men motorcycles are becoming increasingly more popular! Motorcycles offer us a freedom that we don’t experience in driving our everyday cars. The feeling of owning the open road as you zip around town saving money and enjoying every moment of the ride, can only be felt on a motorcycle.

It doesn’t hurt to have a little bit of adventure seeker in you, but motorcycles are a an option for most people. Before you take the big step and go out and purchase your first motorcycle, though, ask yourself some questions. Have you ever ridden on a motorcycle? Did you like it? How will you use the motorcycle? Many people use them as there everyday vehicle to work, or simply as a tool to enjoy an afternoon with that significant other. Learning to ride a motorcycle is not as difficult as most people think. The biggest thing that a person has to look for a is a bike that is just the right size for them. From a 600 t0 the largest of Harleys, motorcycles come in many shapes and sizes and you can find a broad scope of them at Toyota of Danville.

So get out and enjoy the open rode and find out what bike may be the best for you. Toyota of Danville offers many to choose from so check them out along the way. Remember keep your eyes open on the road and always ride with a helmet. Safety first!

Oil Change Danville IL

2010-12-02T15:21:00.000-08:00

Toyota of Danville knows that oil is the life blood of just about every vehicle out there. Engine oil is responsible for carrying out a number of important engine-related duties, and regular oil changes ensure that a vehicle has a constant supply of clean, fresh oil. Some things that oil does to an engine are:

Lowers Temperature
Regular oil changes ensure that a vehicle’s engine is able to flow and absorb engine-related heat, which reduces engine operating temperatures. Reducing engine friction results in a decrease in engine operating temperatures.

Engine Wear & Sludge
Regular oil changes help to prevent engine sludge from forming and help to remove sludge from a vehicle’s engine once it has formed. Engine wear develops naturally as the result of normal engine operation. Small pieces of metal flake off from engine mechanical parts and get picked up by circulating engine oil. Damage to an engine can be caused by old engine oil being overloaded with wear particulates.

Lubrication & Friction
Proper engine lubrication is vital to ensure the health and life of a vehicle’s engine. All internal engine parts require oil to function properly. As oil ages it gets dirty, and loses its ability to reduce friction, which increases wear on an engine. Regularly changing your oil insures that engine friction is kept to a minimum

Keeping the life blood of your vehicle fresh and clean is one of the most important things that needs to be done to a vehicle. At Toyota of Danville they know that job #1 is keeping your car running smoothly and they ensure that the job is done right the first time. Stop by Toyota of Danville and make an appointment to have the life blood of your engine inspected. Check out Toyota of Danville for answers to any other oil change questions that you may have.

Brake Repair Danville IL

2010-11-24T12:57:00.000-08:00

People often wonder when is the right time to get our brakes fixed. If they wait too long can they can ruin the rotors or other vital mechanical parts, and people worry if they do it to soon that they are not getting there money’s worth for what they paid when they got there brakes done last time. There can be multiple causes to what can cause brakes to squeal as you will read below. At Toyota of Danville brake repair is taken very seriously and every effort is made to make sure that the problem is fixed the 1st time.

Worn Pads
A brake pad is comprised of steel backing with friction material attached to it. Application of the brakes produces hydraulic pressure that causes the brake pads (via brake calipers) to clamp down on the rotors (discs) creating friction. It is the friction of the pads against the rotors that slows and stops the vehicle. When the friction material on the pads wears down, it is time to change the pads. Some pads are equipped with a wear indicator, which is a small spring steel clip. When a pad is worn, this clip makes contact with the rotor and generates a high-pitched squeal, telling you that it is time to service the brakes. If the pad does not have a wear indicator, then when the pad has worn down to the steel backing it will grind into the rotor and need to be replaced. In this scenario, the rotor may have to be replaced as well, depending on how badly it was affected.

Pads and Rotors
Brake squeal can also occur when brake calipers stick and the brake stays partially applied. When this happens the pad is in constant contact with the rotor, producing excessive friction and thus heat. Overheated pads harden and crystallize. This glazing occurs on the rotors as well. The squealing sound is a result of these super hardened surfaces coming in contact with one another. Remember, it is the friction created by the brake pad against the rotor that stops a vehicle. When crystallization of pad and rotor occurs, there is much less friction. This results in diminished braking power and squealing brakes. At this point the pads must be replaced and the rotors resurfaced or replaced.

Brakes are one of the most important safety features that a person will have on there vehicle. So making sure that they are always in great working condition does take some thought. Taking it to Toyota of Danville insures that you will be getting the best quality that is available. Toyota of Danville proudly serves Champaign, Danville, Terre Haute, Monticello, Decatur, and all the surrounding central Illinois communities.

Toyota Care at Toyota of Danville

2010-11-24T12:20:00.000-08:00

It is the first of it's kind. A car company that truly stands behind the cars that is sells. Toyota of Danville has the new Toyota Care on all of it's new Toyota Vehicles. We proudly service the central Illinois area from Champaign, all the way to Terre Haute. The new Toyota Care
has loads of options to make the new car buying experience as worry free as it can be.

Toyota of Danville Peace of Mind
At Toyota of Danville we are devoted to safety and dependability, and proper vehicle maintenance is important to both. That's why we're including a complimentary worry-free maintenance plan with the purchase or lease of every new Toyota. For 2 years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first, you and your new vehicle will be covered. It's complimentary peace of mind, and we're the only full-line brand to offer anything like it.

Maintenance
Factory-trained Toyota technicians will help you fulfill maintenance obligations and help improve your Toyota's overall value, while keeping a complete history of maintenance visits. Toyota will also deliver timely reminders before your scheduled maintenance.

Toyota Care
Scheduled Factory Maintenance Covers:

Oil and filter
Lubrication check of key chassis parts
Tire rotation
19 Point Inspection
24-Hr. Roadside Assistance
Toyota Care features 24-hr. roadside assistance for those days when you need a tire changed, or to have a door unlocked. The 24-Hr. Roadside Assistance Covers:

Lockout protection
Flat tire changes
Jump starts
Fluid delivery
Towing for the unexpected

You can never have too much peace of mind at www.toyotaofdanviile.com you can find more information about Toyota Care.

Toyota of Danville Certified Used Vehicles

2010-11-23T09:57:00.000-08:00

Toyota of Danville is proud to present on of the most trusted pre-owned warranties in the business, (TCUV) the Toyota Certified Used Vehicle warranty.

Each Toyota Certified Used Vehicle comes with a 3-month/3,000-mile comprehensive used car warranty from date of certified purchase. This warranty covers any repair or replacement of components which fail under normal use due to a defect in materials or workmanship.

Each Toyota Certified Used Vehicle is also backed by a 7-year/100,000-mile Limited Powertrain Warranty (from original date of first use when purchased as new). We also add a 7-year/100,000 mile 24-hour Roadside Assistance Plan (from original date of first use when purchased as new)

Right now during our Toyotathon here at Toyota of Danville there are great interest rates for those who want to buy a Toyota Certified Use Vehicle. It’s the benefit of getting new car rates on some of the best used cars that are available!

Here are a few of the features and benefits of the Toyota Certified Limited Powertrain Warranty:
* Valid at over 1,400 Toyota dealerships in the U.S. and Canada
* Transferable at no cost for added resale value
* Travel protection
* Substitute transportation
* Toll-free line assistance

Toyota Certified Program Benefits
1. Free CARFAX Vehicle History Report
2. 160-Point Quality Assurance Inspection
3. Vehicle professionally reconditioned to Toyota’s exacting standards.
4. 3-month/3,000-mile Comprehensive Used Car Warranty from date of certified purchase.
5. 7-year/100,000-mile Limited Powertrain Warranty from original date of first use when purchased as new.
6.Toll-free, 7-year/100,000-mile 24-hour roadside assistance from purchase date when new.
7. Extended Warranty Coverage (items 4, 5 and 6 above) transferable at no cost for added resale value.
8. Certified customers are eligible for Standard New Car Financing Rates.
9. Trouble-free handling of your transaction, including DMV paper work.

Toyota of Danville is proud to serve Danville, Champaign, Terre Haute, Monticello, Charleston, Decatur, Springfield, and all of central Illinois Toyota needs.

2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV $38,995 - Toyota of Danville Tilton Illinois 61833

2010-07-28T10:01:00.000-07:00

Check out our super sharp Escalade. What are your thoughts on the Escalade? A very luxurious SUV, but gas mileage can be tricky. Thoughts?

2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV $38,995 - Toyota of Danville Tilton Illinois 61833

SWAGGER WAGON

2010-05-14T12:09:00.001-07:00

SWAGGER WAGON

2010-05-14T12:09:00.000-07:00

Anything and everything

2010-01-27T11:37:00.000-08:00

Hey everyone, this is Mike with Toyota of Danville, and we've created this blog for people to put content they may like to see on the website as well as good stories that you have to share about our service, staff or your vehicle.