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Subscribe to this pageNHTSA Crash Findings Suggest Driver Error
07/22/2010
Fort Myers Toyota The Family Store is sharing the most recent findings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that suggest driver error in some of the recent Toyota accelerator accidents.
The Wall Street Journal published the story that the U.S. Department of Transportation has analyzed dozens of data recorders from Toyota Motor Corp. vehicles involved in accidents blamed on sudden acceleration and found that the throttles were wide open and the brakes were not engaged at the time of the crash, people familiar with the findings said. The early results suggest that some drivers who said their Toyotas and Lexus vehicles surged out of control were mistakenly flooring the accelerator when they intended to jam on the brakes.
The findings by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration involve a sample of the reports in which a driver of a Toyota vehicle said the brakes were depressed but failed to stop the car from accelerating and ultimately crashing. The data recorders analyzed by NHTSA were selected by the agency, not Toyota, based on complaints the drivers had filed with the government. Toyota hasn't been involved in interpreting the data.
The initial findings are consistent with a 1989 government-sponsored study that blamed similar driver mistakes for a rash of sudden-acceleration reports involving Audi 5000 sedans.
The Toyota findings appear to support Toyota's position that sudden-acceleration reports involving its vehicles were not caused by electronic glitches in computer-controlled throttle systems, as some safety advocates and plaintiffs' attorneys have alleged. More than 100 people have sued the carmaker over crashes they claim were the result of faulty electronics. Daniel Smith, NHTSA’s associate administrator for enforcement, told a panel of the National Academy of Sciences last month that the agency’s sudden-acceleration probe had yet to find any car defects beyond those identified by the company; pedals entrapped by floor mats and accelerator pedals that are slow to return to idle.
The Wall Street Journal article also included a quote from Mr. Smith that stated, “In spite of our investigations, we have not actually been able yet to find a defect.”
Fort Myers Toyota is dedicated to the safety and well-being of their clientele and is pleased to provide up-to-date information about the safety of Toyota vehicles. The new 2011 Toyota vehicles, such as the Toyota Camry, are the first Toyotas to feature a new brake override system, which ensures that the engine can’t cause the car to accelerate while the brake pedal is being pressed.
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Fort Myers Toyota shoppers and area residents are encouraged to learn more about new 2011 Toyota models online with Ft Myers Toyota
Fort Myers Toyota, The Family Store Announces 0% Financing
07/12/2010
Fort Myers Toyota The Family Store introduces more ways to save during their National Clearance Event. 0% financing and new lease programs are available on their best selling models including the Corolla, Yaris, Rav4, Sienna and more. In addition to these great offers, every Toyota purchased at the Fort Myers Toyota dealer will include a free lifetime warranty as well as a complimentary 2-year maintenance package.
New lease programs and reduced purchase prices for the National Clearance Event have just been introduced on the Corolla, Rav4, Sienna and Yaris. Consumers can take advantage of lease programs as low as $89 per month on the 2010 Corolla and $199 per month on a new Rav4.
The 2010 Toyota Corolla is among the best of the compact sedans: reliable and economical yet refined and comfortable. An excellent mid-sized family sedan, the Corolla can fit up to 4 adults comfortably.
The 2011 Toyota Sienna is one of the hottest cars in the Toyota lineup and is the ideal companion for large families. The Sienna is a Top Safety Pick, as designated by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety and has a mile long list of accolades that include Most Cargo Capacity in its class, Only Minivan with Available AWD, Best combined MPG ratings of any 7- or 8-passenger van, and more. Ft Myers Toyota shoppers can purchase a new Sienna during the sale for under $23,000.
Fort Myers Toyota shoppers and area residents are encouraged to learn more about the entire Toyota lineup and the great deals available during the National Clearance Event. Visit the most trusted Ft Myers Toyota dealer online today!
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At Fort Myers Toyota All You Need is the Key... to Unlock the VAULT II
05/30/2010
Back by Popular Demand - THE VAULT II - Earn a chance to WIN:
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Ft Myers Toyota "The Family Store" Joins Forces with HeroCare
05/27/2010
Come Join Us on the "BIG CORNER"
Memorial Day Weekend for a Sale-A-Bration
For every vehicle sold Ft Myers Toyota will make a generous contribution to HeroCare and will send care packages to our front-line troops through USO Jacksonville.
Save Thousands with FREEDOM FROM INTEREST ZERO 0% APR for up to Five Years available on many models.
All vehicles come with:
- Lifetime Powertrain Warranty
- Unlimited Time
- Unlimited Miles
- Complimentary 2 Year Scheduled Maintenance
. . . on every Toyota you buy or lease!!!
Ft Myers Toyota is Proud to Announce the 2011 Toyota Avalon & Sienna has Earned "Top Safety Pick"
05/27/2010
Ft Myers Toyota has just learned that the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has announced the 2011 Toyota Avalon and Sienna have earned the "Top Safety Pick". It is insurance Institute's highest safety designation and to qualify for this award cars must get the highest rating of "Good" in the IIHS:
- Front Impact
- Side Impact
- Rear Impact
- Rollover Tests
- and have electric stability control.
The 2011 Sienna is the first and only minivan earning this top honor.
For more information about the 2011 Sienna Minivan or the 2011 Toyota Avalon visit our Web site www.FMToyota.com.
Source: Toyota USA
