Toyota Rav4 Hybrid in Sight for 2016

Toyota Rav4 Hybrid is in Sight for 2016

We all loved the Rav4 to begin with, but an all new Rav4 hybrid is all the talk. New improvements have been added to the long-time favorite compact SUV to make our happiness sensors skyrocket. What more could we ask for?

All new in our beloved compact will be its’ hybrid gas-saving features as well as many new attributes worth drooling over. Who wants to guess what Toyota has in store? Well, for starters, they have introduced a new a new bumper design that has innovation written all over it. The exterior continues to blow us away with its’ all new LED headlights with running daytime lights, as well as rear end upgrades in design.

What about the interior you ask? Well, it is no exception to being upgraded and with style too we might add. It boasts Toyota’s new Toyota Safety system which includes Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Warning, and hi-beam Dynamic Radar Cruise Control.

Expected to arrive this fall, get ready to meet your new favorite Rav4 model!



2015 Toyota Avalon

What’s new for the Avalon in 2015, you ask? Well let’s take a look! Toyota adds an XLE Touring Sport model to the 2015 lineup, while also upgrading the Entune infotainment system, making paddle shifters standard on all models and adding blind spot monitoring to the Touring models. It’s no secret Toyota has shied away from style and fashion fads in favor of no-nonsense design and comfort. Although for 2015, the latest-generation Avalon has received a more stylish exterior design and sportier handling to go with its traditional room and comfort. Toyota took a leap of faith and we commend them! The changes gave the 2015 Avalon a more modern feel and yet still kept it very pleasing to drive. The cabin is quiet with a comfortable interior, it has plenty of room for five passengers, as well as being finely equipped. The Avalon's interior is spacious and elegant, with high-quality components throughout. The front seats are very cozy with plenty of support for both the driver and the front-seat passenger. As you'd expect from a car in this class, the Avalon's rear seat is quite roomy as well. Even a base Avalon comes with leather upholstery and a power driver seat as standard, keyless ignition and entry. Moving up to the more expensive versions will get you tech-oriented features such as adaptive cruise control and smartphone app integration through Toyota's latest version of its Entune system. Storage cubbies provide ample room for drinks and personal belongings. The front section of the center console is fairly large and acts as a convenient "eBin," with power cords passing through a sliding panel for two cell phones and auxiliary and USB connections. This area is also home to the available Qi wireless charging system. Toyota is among the first automakers to offer wireless charging for cell phones! The 2015 Toyota Avalon's V6 engine is steady and quite powerful, facilitating more than enough acceleration to satisfy and please most drivers. Overall, the 2015 Avalon provides an impressive blend of opulence, performance and capability. Make sure you give this new car a thorough test-drive! So come down and check out the 2015 Toyota Avalon here, at Yokem Toyota! At Yokem Toyota, located near Shreveport, LA, we are known for quality inventory and the 2015 Toyota Avalon contributes to that fact!

With so many SUVs out there, how do you know which is the most fitting for you and your family? Well, let's start with your list of requisites. Do you need room for up to eight people? A comfortable and quiet ride? A sound performance with fuel economy? How about the benefit of a rear-seat DVD entertainment system? Or even the capability of occasionally towing up to 5,000 pounds? If this reads just like your short list, then the 2015 Toyota Highlander SUV is right up your alley and Yokem Toyota is your trusted Toyota dealer! So come to Yokem Toyota near Shreveport, LA today to check out our large selection of new and pre-owned Toyota Highlander SUVs! The versatile, three-row midsize Highlander is back after a thorough redesign and better than ever! The Highlander is a top contender in this family-friendly crossover SUV segment, tossing out minivans and contending crossovers alike! There are five distinct trim levels from which to choose, LE, LE Plus, XLE, Limited and Limited Platinum trim, each offering increasing amounts of content with new factory options. The Toyota Highlander is equipped with a spacious and comfortable cabin with plenty of room for your family, pets, and belongings. The second row can either be a three-across bench or a double captain's chair affair with a side table. The Highlander’s nimble handingly is pleasant and easy to drive, and with its refined V6 and smooth six-speed automatic, it's also one of the quickest SUVs out there (even among V8s). If tech is your thing, there's enough available high-end gear on the upper trim levels to keep you and your co-pilot entertained for days! The Toyota Highlander received the highest ratings in government crash testing, coming in at a 5 out of 5 stars for overall rating, with 4 stars for total frontal impact protection and 5 stars for total side impact protection. The rich, three-spoke steering wheel is precise and if you drive quickly around a tight turn, the Highlander remains secure with a decent amount of grip. Over all, the Highlander's bread and butter is chauffeuring passengers around in comfort, and here it exceeds all expectations! Yokem Toyota, located near Shreveport, LA, is known for quality inventory and the 2015 Toyota Highlander SUV contributes to that fact! So come down and check out the 2015 Toyota Highlander SUV here, at Yokem Toyota!

A Camry with fresh attitude

It’s time to drive to the front of the line. This athletic 2016 Camry Special Edition turns heads with 18-in. machined face wheels, smoked tail lights, and distinctive badging. Features that are otherwise optional on the SE or only available on the higher XSE trim also come standard on the Special Edition, including a sunroof, push-button start, the upgraded Entune Audio Plus system (adds HD and satellite radio, and live-traffic updates) and Qi wireless smartphone charging. Inside, the blue accent contrast stitching shows off Camry’s performance side, while an eye-catching gauge cluster and standard Qi wireless charging to help keep you connected. Available in two striking exterior colors – Blizzard Pear and Blue Streak Metallic – plus a standard moonroof and sculpted body add up to our adventurous Camry yet. Let’s go places!

Toyota's fourth-generation Prius hybrid is coming "soon."

Toyota's fourth-generation Prius hybrid is coming "soon." Although Toyota has not yet announced the launch date for their new model industry leaders predict it will be released by October or November . The all-new 2016 Toyota Prius will be notable in at least three ways, the company has suggested. Sources say that the fourth-generation Prius is likely to offer at least a 10-percent improvement on the current model's combined EPA rating of 50 miles per gallon. Second, the new Prius will have a sportier character--both in its design and its handling. Finally, the new 2016 Prius is the first of many coming models to be built on a new "architecture," or set of structural underpinnings, that will be used across millions of future Toyota vehicles to achieve economies of scale. If you or someone you know is looking for a Toyota Prius and in the Shreveport, LA area, stop by Yokem Toyota to take a look at the Prius. Our staff is equipped and knowledgeable to answer any of your questions!

Toyota and Mazda Team Up

Tokyo, Japan, May 13, 2015- Toyota Motor Corporation and Mazda Motor Corporation enter an agreement to build a mutually beneficial long term partnership. By leveraging the resources of both companies to complement and enhance each other's products and technologies, the partnership will result in more appealing cars that meet the diverse needs and tastes of customers all over the world.

2015 Toyota Prius

Yokem Toyota is THE Toyota dealership of the Shreveport, LA area. Right now we have a large number of pre-owned and new Toyotas, included the 2015 Toyota Prius! The 2015 Toyota Prius gets outstanding fuel economy and has a roomy interior and is one of the top affordable cars on the market today! he 2015 Toyota Prius is outfitted with a four-cylinder engine, electric motor and automatic transmission. At an EPA-estimated 51/48 mpg city/highway it has exceptional fuel economy for the class. The Prius hatchback provides one of the largest cargo areas in the class, and critics note the front- and back-row seats are supportive. Some test drivers say the digital instrument cluster is hard to see, but others find it easy to read. The 2015 Prius comes standard with a rearview camera, Bluetooth, auxiliary and USB inputs, a six-speaker audio system with a 6.1-inch touch screen, push-button start, proximity key and automatic climate control. Head over to Yokem Toyota today for more information on the 2015 Yokem Prius!