2017 Toyota Global Dream Car Art Contest

We’ve talked about the Dream Car Art Contest several times over the past few years, but we’ve got some truly exciting information about this year’s contest: two Canadian kids won medals on the Global scale of the Dream Car Art Contest, and we couldn’t be more proud. 10-year-old Ryan Liang won the gold medal for the 8-11 age range, while 13-year-old Noelle Yau won the silver medal for the 12-15 age range. Read More

2017 kartSTART Presented by Toyota National Tour Schedule

If you’re the type of parent who wants to help their kids learn how to drive as early as possible, then you’ll be happy to learn that kartSTART Presented by Toyota is back for 2017. Not only for 2017, but… Read More

How many awards did Toyota receive at the CIAS?

Every year at the Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto, Canadian Black Book and ALG hand out their Value awards. And every year at CIAS, Toyota tends to clean house. This year, our brand received nine total CBB… Read More

How did Toyota do in the VDS?

2017 J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study Results for Toyota Although the test is technically focused on the United States, looking at the results for the 2017 J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study can be a helpful research tool when… Read More

Was Toyota recognized as a Most Trusted Brand in 2017?

2017 Reader’s Digest Most Trusted Brand Award Winners For any company, regardless of what industry it is, having the trust of its customers is a big deal. We think that is especially true in the automotive industry, as our customers… Read More

Top 5 2017 Toyota Commercials So Far

We love commercials. Sure, if we get the chance, we fast forward through them on our DVR or Tivo just like everybody else. But you can’t say you haven’t seen a commercial you laughed at or thought was brilliant. We… Read More

Top 5 Impressive #TRDPro Images on Instagram

We’re going to be heading out to social media every Friday this month to take a look at some cool images or videos or posts and show them off. This week, we took a look at the hashtag #TRDPro to… Read More

What is Towards Tomorrow by Toyota?

What is Towards Tomorrow by Toyota? This fall, Toyota is unraveling a new campaign in Ontario, Quebec and British Columbia that we hope they eventually spread further across the country if it’s successful. The campaign is called Towards Tomorrow by… Read More

Coolest #ToyotaRAV4 Images on Instagram

We went back to Instagram today, trying to find some of the coolest #ToyotaRAV4 images on Instagram. To our surprise, it wasn’t actually that difficult. We figured we’d have to sift through a bunch of dealership images or pictures of… Read More

Toyota Financial Services Job Loss Coverage

TFS Complimentary Job Loss Credit Protection Edmonton AB Due to the current economic conditions in the Prairie Zone, and thanks to feedback at the zone meetings, Toyota Canada and Toyota Financial Services have partnered up to introduce a new complimentary… Read More

Incredible Custom Toyota Vehicles on Instagram

Check out these incredible custom Toyota vehicles on Instagram! Whether outfitted with awesome off-road upgrades or simply decorated with outstanding aftermarket enhancements, these are some of the coolest #Toyota images we could find on Instagram. Have you done anything cool to… Read More

#LetsGoPlaces with Toyota on Instagram

In keeping with Toyota’s long-term motto – Let’s Go Places – we thought we’d take a look at some of the coolest places Toyota drivers are going and what they’re doing there, by compiling a few awesome #LetsGoPlaces images from Instagram!… Read More

Vincentric Best Value in Canada Awards Are In

Which company captured the most Vincentric Best Value in Canada Awards? Here in Canada, the Vincentric Beset Value in Canada Awards are some of the most important accolades a vehicle or manufacturer can receive. They were just announced several days… Read More

2016 Toyota Prius wins Hybrid Class at Eco-Rally

Toyota Canada at 2016 Nîmes-Alès Eco-Rally We’re always talking about these great races where Toyota drivers sit behind the wheel of Toyota cars and run wild across the United States and other countries around the world, but what about home?… Read More

Ryan Millen & RAV4 SE at the Susquehannock Trail Performance Rally

Which vehicle won the 2WD Class at STPR? A couple of months ago, Ryan Millen won the 2WD class at the Oregon Trail Rally, one of the biggest rally events on the continent. He did it behind the wheel of… Read More

Vintage 1st-generation Corolla Enters Collector Car Race

1970 Toyota Corolla enters 2016 Great Race While we generally like to highlight the new and used vehicles available right here at Wheaton Toyota on the Trail, every once in a while a great story about an older vehicle comes… Read More

Is Toyota one of the World’s 50 Smartest Companies?

What are the smartest companies in the world? Recently, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology – better known as MIT – Technology Review created a list of the 50 smartest companies in the world, among which only two automotive companies made… Read More

Toyota will be at the Electric Vehicle Symposium & Exhibit Next Week

What is Toyota bringing to EVS29? On Sunday, the twenty-ninth Electric Vehicle Symposium & Exhibition – AKA EVS29 – will kick off and run for four days, bringing together some of the most innovative and exciting technology and vehicles on… Read More

Is Toyota committed to bettering the environment?

Toyota Awarded Keystone Leadership in Environment Award Toyota has always been dedicated to the environment, in a multitude of ways. The most obvious, of course, is through manufacturing some of the most fuel efficient vehicles on the market. But there… Read More

Is the Toyota Fuel Cell Vehicle coming to Canada?

2016 Toyota Mirai Coming to Canada Well over a year ago, we informed you on Toyota’s advancements in the field of fuel cell technology, aka the Toyota Mirai. While we’re still unaware of whether or not it will receive… Read More

Toyota & Net Impact Next Generation Mobility Challenge

Toyota Future of Mobility Challenge Winners A few days ago we showed you what the future of mobility looks like in the minds of young Canadians, but now it’s time to take a glance at the more realistic future of… Read More

What is the 2016 Toyota Dream Car Art Contest?

We know all about Toyota’s commitment to the environment and to the future of mobility, but did you know that they’re also committed to children? Mixing those commitments together, Toyota created the 2016 Toyota Dream Car Art Contest. This isn’t… Read More

Which vehicle won the 2WD Class at the 2016 Oregon Trail Rally?

The Oregon Trail Rally is one of the biggest rally events here in North America, and this year Toyota decided it wanted to get involved. Long-time Toyota driver Ryan Millen happily accepted the offer, and took the helm of the… Read More

Toyota Works Toward a Brighter Future

Toyota 2016 Earth Day Participation In case you weren’t aware, Earth Day took place last week Friday, on April 22nd. We’ve mentioned before how involved with the environment Toyota is, so Toyota’s 2016 Earth Day participation should come as… Read More

How can you teach your kids to drive early?

Here in Alberta, your kids can start with the learner’s permit at 14 years of age. But perhaps it might be a good idea to start teaching safety and good habits even before then. Plenty of parents are worried about… Read More

Microsoft and Toyota Join Forces to Change the Connected Future

What is Microsoft Toyota Connected? Just a couple of days ago, Toyota announced that it would be opening a brand-new subsidiary company called Toyota Connected, Inc. in which the company will collaborate with Microsoft on cutting edge technologies for the… Read More

Was the Scion brand discontinued?

If you pay attention to automotive news, then there is a chance you might have heard the news this morning that the Scion brand has been discontinued. If you’re a fan of Scion, having been looking into purchasing a new… Read More

Aeroplan Partners with Toyota Canada

How to earn extra miles with Aeroplan in partnership with Toyota Canada There's no denying that customers love when business offer reward programs so that they can get the most for their money. It is even better when two brands work together to further benefit customers. Recently Aeroplan announced that it would be partnering up with Toyota to help members earn more miles by driving Scion and Toyota vehicles. Here at Wheaton Toyota on the Trail we are excited about this partnership, so we're here to help you learn more. Today we're going to help you find out how to earn extra miles with Aeroplan in partnership with Toyota Canada. Read More

How does Toyota test its vehicles?

Toyota Testing Facility Before Toyota vehicles can even arrive at dealerships, they go through rigorous testing to make sure that they can handle anything that you throw their way. It is important that Toyota tests its vehicles so they can make them perform as perfectly as possible. Today we're going to take a closer look at exactly how vehicles are challenged at the Toyota testing facility. Read More

Canadian Dodgeball Team

Toyota Canada Sponsors the Canadian Dodgeball Team Toyota Canada might be a large company, but they care about the individual. They support various community events and activities every year. This time they have added a new sponsorship to their list now that Toyota Canada sponsors the Canadian Dodgeball Team. The automotive company announced this exciting new sponsorship last week, but we can already tell this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship. Read More

Toyota Vehicles are Built with Precision

How are cars made? Each year new vehicles are revealed and released to the public. This means that each year car shoppers have more options to choose from from, but where are all these new ideas coming from? How do designers come up with fresh ideas for vehicles? Today we’re going to take a closer look at answering the question, How are cars made?”. Read More

Toyota Canada Recognized for Quality

Toyota Canada was Honored as Most Awarded Plant Over the past year Toyota has been recognized for a variety of reasons. It is a company that not only cares about its products, but also about its employees and consumers. Recently Toyota Canada was honored as the most awarded plant in the Americas. This is a huge accomplishment and just proves how much Toyota has excelled throughout the years. Read More

Do you drive a Toyota truck?

Toyota Truck Driver Stories Owning a Toyota truck is a little like being in a private club. You know what it’s like to be behind the wheel of a powerful and exciting vehicle that is able to tackle anything that comes your way. There is also a bond that exists between Toyota truck drivers. When you see another Toyota truck on the road you get a sense of camaraderie that only exists between people that drive the same type of vehicle. Toyota Canada is now working to collect a variety of Toyota truck driver stories. Read More

Unique Toyota Test Drive

Virtual Toyota Test Drive Test drives have been around just as long as car dealerships have, if not longer. They provide a way for potential customers to see what it’s like behind the wheel of a vehicle before they commit to buying it. This process is helpful when it comes to shopping for a new vehicle. Recently Toyota Canada put a new spin on the classic test drive by presenting a virtual Toyota test drive. This type of test drive is much different than the traditional test drive. Read More

One Direction Loves Toyota!

One Direction Toyota Commercial Every once in a while, celebrities get behind the wheel of a vehicle for commercial purposes. It’s always exciting to see what kind of vehicles celebrities decide to advertise. Toyota has had a few celebrity appearances, but none as exciting as this one. Recently Thailand Toyota released a commercial featuring the popular boy band, One Direction. The commercial serves as a great way to appeal to young audience of first car buyers. Let’s take a closer look at the One Direction Toyota commercial. Read More

Toyota Aygo Commercial

Toyota Aygo Commercial Toyota Europe has a variety of different models that aren’t available in North America, but that doesn’t mean we don’t share appreciation for them! One of these vehicles, the Toyota Aygo just launched a humorous ad campaign that displays the different benefits of driving the Toyota Aygo in various weather conditions. The Toyota Aygo commercial is all about weather and how unpredictable it can be. We know a thing about about that here in Edmonton AB. Read More

Auto Safety Research at the University of Toronto

Auto Safety Research at the University of Toronto Each year, automotive companies work hard to make vehicles even safer for both drivers and passengers. It takes years to develop these new features, which means that people are constantly researching ways to improve and create safety technology. There are even schools that specialize in this type of research. That’s why Toyota Canada has donated a RAV4 for auto safety research at the University of Toronto. Toyota Canada takes safety seriously so they are helping the research team at the University of Toronto. Read More

Toyota Gets Recognized by Reader’s Digest

Most Trusted Hybrid Car Manufacturer Even though Toyota was one of the first brands to come up with hybrid car options, there are now many competing models. Despite this fact, Toyota still remains one of the most respected hybrid brands in the business. Proof of this can be seen through various awards they win each year. Once again Toyota has won the most trusted hybrid car manufacturer from Reader’s Digest for the fifth year in a row. This is a high honor and even more exciting that Toyota continues to impress drivers each year. Read More

Join Club Toyota!

Club Toyota in Canada When you buy a Toyota vehicle you have the opportunity to be part of something bigger and more exciting than just owning a new car. If you love Toyota as much as we do at Toyota on the Trail, you might want to join Club Toyota in Canada. This organization is for old, new and future customers. It’s a great way to learn more about the Toyota brand and also stay updated on your current Toyota vehicle. It’s free and easy to join! See what Club Toyota has to offer here! Read More

Toyota Dream Car Art Contest

Toyota Dream Car Art Contest When you were younger, chances are you fantasized and imagined what it was like to drive a car. You might have even thought of your own design or vehicle concept. Maybe it had wings or even a snack dispenser. Everyone’s dream car is a little different especially when you were younger. To help children explore this imagination, Toyota is hosting the Toyota Dream Car Art Contest. This contest revolves around the theme of what your child’s dream car looks like. There are different age group allowed in the contest and a variety of exciting prizes for the winners of each age group. Read More

Toyota Hybrids

Facts About Toyota Hybrids There are still many drivers who are wondering about hybrid vehicles. It can be a difficult choice making the switch to a hybrid vehicle. There’s a lot of information you might need before deciding on buying a hybrid. Today at Toyota on the Trail we’re going to look at some facts about Toyota hybrids including how hybrid’s are fueled and how they perform. After reading this, you might even consider trying out a hybrid for yourself. Read More

Toyota Manga

Toyota Aygo Manga One of the greatest ways to be immortalized is through art. People and things live forever in pages, paintings and songs. It was one of the greatest honors you can receive. Even objects such as cars get immortalized in this way. A recent vehicle that has been added to this list of of vehicles found in art is the 2014 Toyota Aygo. Toyota commissioned the UK-based Manga artist, Sonia Leong, to create a unique cartoon for them. The Toyota Aygo Manga is now available online. Read More

Toyota Model Names

What do Toyota model names mean? After being involved with the car business for a while, you’ll start to notice that car models have some pretty strange names. It might make you curious about where these titles came from. Were they just made up words? Is there meaning behind them? Here at Toyota on the Trail, we’re going to finally answer the question, What do Toyota model names mean? You’ll find that some vehicles have a much deeper meaning and some are just acronyms for longer titles. Let’s dive in and find the history behind your favorite Toyota vehicle. Read More

Toyota Symbol

What does the Toyota Symbol mean? History is important and interesting to learn about. It shows us where things and ideas originated. Everything you see has a history of where it came from, even the people you interact with everyday. Even Toyota has a history. Since it is the 50th Anniversary of Toyota coming to Canada, we thought we would take a look at the history Toyota has a brand and by the end of this, you will be able to answer the question What does the Toyota symbol mean? Read More

Toyota Celebrates 50 Years in Canada

History of Toyota in Canada Anniversaries are exciting celebrations and this year, Toyota has a hit a big one. This year is the 50th Anniversary of Toyota’s presence in Canada. Toyota has helped over 4.6 million Canadians join the Toyota family since 1964. Toyota introduced Canada to a whole range of different vehicles and has unveiled advanced technologies that have helped improve fuel-efficiency and passenger safety throughout the years. Let’s take a look back at the history of Toyota in Canada. Read More

What is the Toyota Star Safety System?

Toyota’s star safety system is a system that compiles six advanced accident avoidance safety technologies, including ABS, Brake Assist, Electronic Brake Force Distribution, Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control and Smart Stop Technology. Toyota introduced the Star Safety System in 2011,… Read More

Arrive in Style

April is “Distracted Driving Awareness” month, and Toyota has partnered with Teen Vogue to encourage teenagers to “arrive in style” and become more aware while driving. 51% of teens surveyed have said that they search their iPods or other… Read More

Toyota – Flying Fox Video

Spring is in the air, which means summer can’t be far behind! Are you taking on any projects like this?

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