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For decades, the Toyota brand has been known for quality, affordable vehicles that are always on the cutting edge of new technology. Along with that focus comes a commitment to the American communities that help manufacture them. Peruzzi Toyota in Hatfield, PA is proud to showcase some other states helping push the brand forward. In Texas, Toyota is starting up production on the new hybrid Toyota Sequoia, to be exclusively assembled in a newly upgraded San Antonio plant. To mark the occasion, Toyota donated $100,000 towards local environmental initiatives. An $803 million investment at their Indiana facility will go towards assembling the Highlander and Sienna, as well as Toyota’s electrified SUVs. The move also represents 1,400 new jobs for the area. At their Alabama, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Missouri plants, Toyota is putting the focus on assembling more eco-friendly hybrid and electric vehicles with $383 million in factory upgrades. For its newest North American facility, Toyota North Carolina is investing $2.5 billion in carbon-neutral vehicles by producing batteries for EVs and hybrids. Besides providing jobs for over 350 local workers, Toyota supports the area with a $1 million donation to regional technical schools. Toyota has found a great corporate balance between producing vehicles and supporting the local communities and environment where their plants are located. Over nearly four decades, the company has donated well over a billion dollars to various community causes. To support the surrounding environment, they’ve helped out with local tree planting initiatives and also established dozens of pollinator gardens to help the critical migration efforts of endangered monarch butterflies. Peruzzi Toyota in Pennsylvania is so pleased to be associated with a company that supports every aspect of the states that manufacture their vehicles. Come by our showroom in Hatfield to see the “finished product” created by hardworking fellow Americans!

Toyota just achieved an impressive milestone: during the second quarter of this year, the automaker outsold the mighty General Motors for the first time since 1998! From April through June, nearly 689,000 vehicles were sold in America, beating analysts’ expectations. That number tops GM’s number of just over 688,000 in sales – and Peruzzi Toyota in Hatfield, PA is proud to have been a part of this big achievement. This last year has been challenging for every automaker for one big reason: the all-important semiconductor chip, which is crucial to operating everything from safety features to onboard “infotainment” panels, was in short supply. Toyota, however, was far more nimble in handling this global shortage. Jessica Caldwell, Executive Director of Insights at the online auto resource, Edmunds, notes that Toyota has a long tradition of seeing further down the road regarding their supply chain. Thus, they know how to manage lower inventories. Additional reports indicate that Toyota wisely had been stockpiling these chips, allowing them to maintain production. Of course, another reason for Toyota’s impressive sales achievement is the reputation for safety and quality. While Toyota didn’t comment on the chip issue, they offered the following statement on their sales achievement: “We are grateful to our loyal customers for putting their safety and trust in Toyota and Lexus vehicles.  Our focus has always been - and will continue to be - on being the best brand in terms of safety and quality in our customers’ minds.  And as part of our continuous improvement philosophy, we are always finding better ways of doing things, and ultimately make better products our customers love and trust.” Peruzzi Toyota in Hatfield, PA is very proud to offer this exceptional line of vehicles, and to celebrate Toyota’s big sales success! You’re always welcome to stop by our showroom (or visit us online). We know you’ll find the best vehicle for your lifestyle.

Exciting news! After a tough patch when COVID drastically slowed car business all over the country, Toyota reports exceptionally strong sales for the second quarter of 2021. What’s even cooler is that their line of hybrid vehicles has raced ahead of many other brands, with sales up an astonishing 177% over last year. Peruzzi Toyota in Hatfield, PA is so proud to represent this winning brand. Here’s a little more detail on how Toyota’s RAV4 Prime and Prius Prime have surged in this new market. In a stunning turn, the second quarter revealed that Toyota sold close to 19,000 plug-in hybrid vehicles, 568% more than last year. You read that right: 568%. Compared to the first quarter of 2021, sales were just under 10,000. That’s an impressive jump, and an indicator of how customers recognize Toyota’s leadership in the booming hybrid market. The Toyota Prius Prime, available at Peruzzi Toyota, proves to be Toyota’s most popular plug-in. In the second quarter of this year, the company sold close to 12,000 vehicles – that’s up 323% from this time last year. Toyota’s RAV4 Prime is a little newer to the market but is in heavy competition to become the new favorite. In Q2, close to 7,000 units were sold. Compare that to last year when exactly 7 (yes, 7) left showroom floors! Now, as production restraints are lifted, experts are predicting even bigger sales for this leading-edge hybrid – as much as 10,000 per quarter. As more people turn to eco-friendlier vehicle options, Toyota is clearly leading the way. The RAV4 Prime and Prius Prime are selling like hotcakes, and for good reason. They deliver the comfort, technology and more that you want every day – all while helping the planet. You’ll want to come by Peruzzi Toyota in Hatfield, PA and find out more.