David Maus Toyota

May 19, 2010, nfogus@vtaig.com - The David Maus Collision Center announces the Grand Opening of their new location on Friday, May 21^st at 11:00 am with a ribbon cutting ceremony, open house and the addition of 20 new jobs to the community. The new facility is located by David Maus Toyota at 1160 Rinehart Road in Sanford.

Attendees will be able to take tours of the new building and learn more about the David Maus Collision Center's strategic plans to handle an increase in vehicle repairs and continue to provide excellent customer service.

In addition to the Grand Opening, the staff of David Maus Toyota and RL Haines General Contractors', have been engaged in a community effort - the Pop Tab Challenge. Beginning in October and throughout the construction period, both companies have been collecting soda can pop tabs for the Ronald Mc Donald House, which they recycle for funds to operate their two homes in the Orlando community. A giant weighing machine will determine the winner on Friday.

Following the 2008 Body Shop of the Year Award, the David Maus Collision Center staff set its sights on the new state-of-the-art facility they would be moving into in 2010. The new facility will be able to handle an additional number of vehicles for collision repair, paint and dent repair. The new facility has also added new positions for certified technicians, body painters, administration and more.

The David Maus Automotive Group is known for excellence in customer service and charitable involvement in the communities they do business. For more information on the David Maus Collision Center please call 407-688-4800.

President's Award Distribution

Included in Friday's Grand Opening Festivities, the entire staff of David Maus Toyota will be awarded the 2009 Toyota President's Award for their excellence in customer service in the sales and service departments. This award is given to the Top 50 Toyota Dealerships in the country and this is the sixth consecutive President's Award for David Maus Toyota since their opening in 2003.

RL Haines General Contractor

Founded in 1991, RL Haines General Contractor is licensed in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Louisiana, South Carolina, North Carolina and Maryland; receiving honors with local, state and national awards.

RL Haines provides a wide-variety of construction services to ensure the client's ultimate satisfaction. Project delivery methods include Design and Construction in retail, commercial, institutional, automotive and multi-family industries.

April 19, 2010 - In an effort to promote science education in classrooms for the past 20 years, Toyota and the Nation Science Teachers Association (NSTA) have funded the nation's largest science teach grant program of its kind and will be providing more than $9.2 million in grants for more than 1,147 teams of teachers and tens of thousands of students nationwide. Toyota announced nearly $550,000 in grants will be awarded to 79 K-12 educators across the country as a part of the 2010 program. The winning programs will begin classroom implementation in June.

Sponsored by Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc and administered by NSTA, the Toyota TAPESTRY Program awards funding for innovative science proposals submitted by educators in three areas: environmental science, physical science, and integrating literacy and science. Since the program's inception in 1990, educators from all 50 US states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands and the Mariana Islands have received Toyota TAPESTRY grants.

"For the past 20 years NSTA has partnered with Toyota to deliver this inspiring, far-reaching program that gives teachers the tools they need to introduce real-world science into their classrooms," said Francis Eberle, Executive Director for NSTA. "It is a wonderfully rewarding partnership and NSTA is excited to celebrate 20 years of providing classroom resources and inspiration for countless educators and students with the Toyota TAPESTRY program."

This year, 79 teachers in grades K-12 from across the United States were selected from more than 500 applications. Judges, accomplished in various areas of science, select projects that stand out in creativity, risk-taking and originality. Of the $550,000 granted this year, 50 teachers receive large grants of up to $10,000 each, and 29 receive mini grants of up to $2,500 each.

As a result of the Toyota TAPESTRY program, numerous educators have gone on to win prestigious awards, including the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science and Mathematics, NSTA Distinguished Teaching Award and the Einstein Fellowship Award. To follow this year's TAPESTRY recipients' projects as they progress through the year, please visit toyotatapestry.com.

March 29, 2010 - Mother Earth News named the 2010 Toyota Prius as one of the 2010 Best Green Cars in this month's edition. For the list, the publication highlighted size reliable vehicles capable of 40 mpg or better. The list was compiled from information on price, EPA city/highway, annual fuel cost, air pollution score, greenhouse gas, UCS Hybrid value, and the ACEEE Green score.  

According to this study, it assumes the annual fuel cost is $2.85/ gallon for regular and $3.00 for diesel. The ACEEE Green Score is a score derived from the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy - the higher the score, the more eco-friendly the car.  

The data lists the following for the 2010 Toyota Prius:

Type:    Gasoline-electric hybrid, sedan/hatchback
Price Range:   $23,550 - $28,820
EPA City/Hwy MPG:  51/48
Annual Fuel Cost:  $855
Air Pollution Score:  8
Greenhouse Gas Score:  10
UCS Hybrid Value:  Very High
ACEEE Green Score:  52

• The benchmark for green cars, now in its third generation. New version is bigger and more powerful, but still holds the top mpg rating among all cars.
• Capable of electric-only mode at low speeds (up to about 25 mph) and highway coasting.
• Optional solar roof powers a fan that helps cool the interior when parked in hot weather.
• Named best new-car value by Consumer Reports for its reliability and low cost to operate.
•  Comfortable interior, with room for five. Solid safety ratings and features (but do ask about the specific car's brake recall status when you're Prius shopping).

Mother Earth News has been helping people live self-reliant, sustainable, meaningful lives and to live lightly on our planet - for more than 35 years.  

To test drive a Toyota Prius please visit David Maus Toyota or call 407-302-8800.

February 12, 2010 - Cars.com has named the 2010 Prius the Eco-Friendly Car of the Year claiming that the third generation Prius delivers everything you could want in a Eco-Friendly, Gas-Friendly vehicle.

The third-generation Prius improves upon a model that effectively transformed the nameplate into an American mainstay. It also arrived at a critical juncture for Toyota, but this new model, is a hit.

The new Prius packs more power and better gas mileage - 50 mpg in combined EPA estimates. Base models start at an affordable $21,000, and loaded versions can be had with high-tech options from a solar roof panel that runs the air conditioning to a self-parking feature similar to the one Lexus offers in its LS flagship. Best of all, it now feels like a substantial car - ready for family outings or interstate road trips.

These days, eco-friendly drivers have a lot to choose from with hybrid technology in every model size but there's no denying this: The Prius is still the most fuel-efficient gas-powered mass-produced car you can buy - and in so many other ways, it's a big step in the right direction for a company that is taking those steps. 

Investment in Team Members and Facilities

November 18, 2009 - The all new 2010 Toyota 4Runner has landed at David Maus Toyota as more rugged and athletic vehicle, packed with more power and better mileage. A complete redesign of the interior and unique cargo area make the fifth-generation 4Runner more comfortable and versatile than ever.

The 4Runner combines the toughness and durability of body-on-frame construction with multi-use design that excels at a wide variety of tasks. The new 4Runner is taller, wiser and longer with three models being offered: a top-of-the-line Limited, a well-equipped SR5, and a Trail grade for those who require maximum off-road capability.

Exterior Styling

• Large diameter wheels and tires to improve off-road performance

• Classic boxy form and progressive styling

• New bumpers and wider shoulders

• Newly designed head-lamp and tail-light systems

• Front end square fender flares with a muscular profile that links with a square rear bumper and back door

• Aluminum 17-inch wheels for the SR5 and Trail, 20 inches on the Limited

New Engine Choices 

• Powered by a new 4.0 liter V6, which now generates 270 horsepower and 278 lb-ft torque ? The V6 engine produces 34 horsepower more than the prior V6 and 10 horsepower more than the optional V8 of the previous generation

• EPA-estimated mileage improves from 16 city/21 highway for the 4x2 and 17 city/23 highway for the 4x4

• Maximum towing capacity is 5,000 pounds

Safety

Toyota Star Safety System which includes;
- Vehicle Stability Control
- Traction Control
- Anti-Lock Brake System
- Electronic Brake-force Distribution
- Brake Assist
- Vehicle Stability Control
- ABS with EBD provides the 4Runner anti-lock stopping control with optimal brake proportioning
- Eight (8) standard airbags
- Now offering - Safety Connect telematics system
- Automatic Collision Notification
- Stolen Vehicle Location
- Emergency Assistance Button
- Roadside Assistance

To test drive the 2010 Toyota 4Runner visit David Maus Toyota in Sanford.

Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida is a private nonprofit organization that collects and distributes donated food to more than 500 nonprofit partner agencies in Central Florida.

Did you know?

• 64%of the people seeking food assistance have HH incomes of less than $1,000/month
• 44% of the HH's seeking food assistance have at least one member employed
• 28% of the people receiving food are children under 18

Critical Need Items

• Meals in a Can
• Canned Meats/Poultry
• Canned Tuna
• Dry Beans
• Pasta/Macaroni
• Rice
• Non fat Dry Milk
• Evaporated Mile
• Peanut Butter
• Canned Veggies
• Canned Fruit
• Beef Stew
• Oatmeal
• Drinks
• Nutritional Drinks
• Canned Soup
• Diapers
• Baby Food

All David Maus locations will be collecting these food items until Monday, November 23^rd. Anyone who drops off a canned good will receive a Service discount, please see dealer for details.

October 26, 2009 - Automotive.com ranked the 2010 Toyota Camry as one of the Top 5 Best New Cars based on the Motor Trend 2010-2011 New Cars: The Ultimate Guide, Part 5.

The review from Motor Trend described the new Toyota Camry with modest changes to the exterior of all versions but the addition of stability/traction control as standard on all versions.

The best of family cars, the Camry ranges from $20,445 to $25,925. The 2010 Camry has not seen a lot of design changes but maintains excellent performance with crisper handling and enhanced option choices. A multi-point injection fuel system and 170 horsepower continues to provide the Camry with a smooth, comfortable drive and first-class style.

To test drive the new 2010 Toyota Camry, visit David Maus Toyota in Sanford or call 407-302-8800.

October 12, 2009 - October marked the beginning of production for the Toyota Highlander sport utility vehicle at the company's plant in Princeton, Indiana. The Highlander, Toyota's 12th North American-built model, production is a $450 million investment in a more efficient utilization of the manufacturing capacity.

Originally the Indiana production plant produced the Tundra pickup, which was consolidated last fall to the Tundra plant in Texas. The Indiana plant, which also builds the Sienna and Sequoia, has been preparing for the production of the Highlander for a year.

As a testament to Toyota's commitment to North America, Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Indiana reacted to several months of slow production by retaining all of its 4,200 team members, who were further trained and improved manufacturing processes to prepare for the Highlander production.

TMMI now represents a $3.7 billion investment. The addition of the Highlander boosts production at other Toyota plants, such as West Virginia, where the 6-cylinder engine is made, and at nearly 250 of Toyota's North American suppliers.

Since it was introduced in 2000, more than 1 million Highlanders have been sold in the United States.
To test drive the new Highlander visit David Maus Toyota in Sanford.
 

October 6, 2009 - The entire staff of David Maus Toyota wore pink shirts and jeans on Friday, October 2nd and raised over $500 for the Susan G. Komen Foundation for a Cure in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness.

Each month the employees of David Maus Toyota host a "Jeans Day" as a fundraising initiative to raise money for local charities. Employees are given the opportunity to wear jeans to work instead of their daily uniform with the donation of $1. This month is Pink Month with each Friday as a Jeans Day in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness. The staff has raised money to sponsor the Susan G Komen Luncheon held each year downtown by women, to raise money for the local chapter.

Brining awareness to the community is important for David Maus employees and they will continue to wear pink throughout the month of October. To find out more about Breast Cancer Awareness visit www.komen.org.

September 25, 2009 - Toyota North America will be releasing a new 2010 line-up to rival all others on the road today. To appeal to people and lifestyles across the board, the Toyota redesign team has placed many man-hours in the concepts to be introduced in the redesigned Toyota 4Runner, FJ Cruiser and Sienna.

TOYOTA 4RUNNER

With running footage featured at www.Toyota.com, the new 2010 Toyota 4Runner is bound to be a hit as its fourth-generation model provides comfort and versatility in an even more rugged, athletic package. Completely redesigned interior and unique cargo are make the newest 4Runner smarter, more comfortable, roomier and more versatile than ever before.  This is a classic SUV that provides its owners style yet the room and edgier lines for adventure and an active lifestyle.

TOYOTA FJ CRUISER

The Toyota FJ Cruiser offers more power and better fuel-efficiency. www.Toyota.com released information on the all new 2010 FJ Cruiser with high remarks on a more powerful engine and the featured Special Edition Package. The engine changes also boosted the EPA estimated combined fuel economy ratings from 17 mpg to 18 mpg with a reduction in operating costs by switching to regular-grade fuel.

TOYOTA SIENNA

Providing comfort and space for families continues to be the main goal behind the new 2010 design of the Toyota Sienna. It offers the only all-wheel drive (AWD) option and returns with a V6266 horsepower engine and an EPA-estimated city/hwy fuel economy rating of 17/23 mpg for front-wheel and 16/21 for AED models. With exceptional room and a smooth ride, the Sienna is a great family purchase.

To test drive any new Toyota, please visit David Maus Toyota at 1160 Rinehart Road, Sanford, FL or call 407-302-8800.

September 14, 2009 - The 60^th Anniversary of the Toyota Land Cruiser is marked with the next generation 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser being revealed at this week's Franfurt Auto Show. According to thecarconnection.com, "The latest iteration of the vehicles gets more by way of refinement and sophistication?".

At this time the only version of the Land Cruiser is the European variant but the US version is expected to adhere closely to its former self. The performance of the vehicle including horsepower and powertrain versions are still in the works, but the interior looks to remain the same as the European version giving more space due to a lower floor and flush-folding rear seats that collapse under the cargo deck. Upgraded audio, navigation and Bluetooth also make for a more flexible family vehicle.

Toyota has continued to keep its vehicles safe with seven airbags including driver's knee airbags, stability control, active torque control, downhill assist control and hill-start assist control. Sales will start in Europe in December with U.S. sales likely to come shortly after.

For more information on the 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser visit David Maus Toyota in Sanford or call 407-302-8800.

September 8, 2009 - The all-new 2010 Toyota 4Runner is going to be unleashed at the State Fair of Texas on September 24^th. More rugged than ever before, the fifth-generation 4Runner will offer off-road capability with increased comfort and roominess.

The debut of the new Toyota 4Runner will hit showrooms this fall. More than 1.8 million 4Runners have been sold since it was first introduced in 1984 and more than 70 percent are still on the road.

To make your appointment to test drive the new 4Runner, visit David Maus Toyota in Sanford or call 407-302-8800.

July 21, 2009 - The Maus Media Group, an advertising and research consulting company, tested the 2010 Prius this week and were surprised by the findings using the all-new fuel saving "ECO mode". 



On a control 50-mile run at 65 mph, we recorded a fuel consumption of 44.2 mpg. Once we re-fueled and switched the Prius into the ECO mode we ran the same 50-run at 65 mph and the results were shocking! With the Prius in ECO mode we came up with a fuel consumption of 59.6 mpg. This is a saving of 15.4 mpg just by pressing a button!

By pressing the ECO mode button:

• The gas mileage is maximized by reducing throttle response up to 11.6%
• The air-conditioning operation is changed to reduce fuel consumption

Other features that establish the 2010 Prius as a superior Eco-Icon:

• Solar Roof. When the vehicle is parked in direct sunlight, the available solar panels power a fan that can bring in outside air, cooling the cabin close to outside air temperature.
• Efficient Design. The results are one of the most aerodynamically efficient mass-produced vehicles in the world: just 0.25 drag coefficient.
• Pre-Collision System. The system is designed to determine if a frontal collision is imminent, and automatically apply the brakes and retract the front deatbelts to help lessen the severity of impact.

For more information on the 3rd Generation 2010 Prius, please visit David Maus Toyota or call 407-302-8800 to schedule your test drive today.