Get ready for the 2012 Music on the Beach Concert Series

Be it the latest LEED facility or the attractive online specials, Sun Toyota, a leading Toyota dealership in Holiday, FL, has always stood out from the crowd. This time the dealership is elated to once again help sponsor the 2012 Music on the Beach concert series.

If you are in Tarpon Springs, Florida and surrounding areas, you can’t miss the free festivities that the Music on the Beach concert series offers. The event’s 13th season kicks off today, Thursday, February 16, 2012 and continues monthly until November 8. Even if you’re not close to Tarpon Springs, a drive to Sunset Beach is certainly worth the effort to enjoy the awesome lineup of bands belting out great classic rock music.

Presented by Friends of Music on the Beach, the Tarpon Springs Recreation Department and sponsored by Sun Toyota, this year’s concert offers a little something for everyone, says Len Gravitz, a Friends board member and one of the event's original founders.

Tonight’s event begins with the classic rock band, Time Bandits, from 7 to 9 p.m. along with a beach bonfire and an area set aside for roasting marshmallows. The next act will be performed by Evergreen, a newcomer to this venue, who will be performing a selection of Irish tunes in March. Other performances that are lined up this season include Tarpon Springs High Jazz Band and longtime crowd favorite, De Lei'd Parrots, dishing up a little Cheeseburger in Paradise, of course.

Gravitz mentioned that each concert is attended by as many as 1,000 people. However, if you are concerned about parking problems, not to worry – there will be free shuttle service starting at 6:15 p.m. from the parking lot at Tarpon Springs High School for each concert.

To further enjoy these great outdoor concerts, guests are encouraged to bring along a picnic dinner (no alcohol, nor tents), or you can purchase hot dogs and beverages from on-site food vendors. A few covered shelters are available on a first come, first serve basis. However, you can also lay out a blanket or set up your own lawn chairs and portable tables in the sand, sit back, relax, and enjoy a sunset serenade on the beach.

Here is a quick glance of tonight's concert schedule:

What: The monthly concert series begins with a concert by the Time Bandits, a classic rock band

When: 7 p.m. Thursday, February 16, 2012

Where: Sunset Beach, 214 Shore Drive, Tarpon Springs, Florida

Park-and-ride available from Tarpon Springs High School at 1411 Gulf Road

Cost: FREE

Music on the Beach  - Monthly Schedule

March 15: Evergreen (traditional Irish music)

April 12: Tarpon Springs High School Jazz Ensemble

May 10: Slickside (classic rock and R&B)

June 7: De Lei'ed Parrots (Parrot Head music)

July 5: The Relics (classic rock)

Aug. 2: The Little Big Show (rock/blues)

Sept. 6: Road House Band (classic rock)

Oct. 4: Straight Up Blues Band (classic rock, R&B and blues)

Nov. 8: Lil' Pearl and the Big Boys (classic rock)

The iQ of Cars is Here at Sun Toyota - 2012 Scion iQ

Sun Toyota, a leading Florida Toyota Scion car dealer in New Port Richey, is pleased to announce the arrival of the brand new 2012 Scion iQ, the world’s smallest four-seater (just 10 feet long), premium micro-subcompact car equipped with a host of ultra modern facilities like 11 standard airbags, Star Safety System, standard Bluetooth and HD Radio  Technology. The icing in the cake is that it is quite affordable.  

 

The iQ, the fourth vehicle in the Scion family, seeks to define the premium micro-subcompact segment as the choice for new urbanites who want clever transportation without a sacrifice in style or new features. A strong 1.3-liter, four-cylinder engine which produces 94 horsepower and 89 lb ft of torque with  the latest dual VVT-I provides high class efficiency with less fuel consumption and fewer emissions.  The Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) delivers smooth acceleration and excellent fuel efficiency (Rated an Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV-II) with an EPA-estimated combined fuel economy rating of 37 miles per gallon).

The 2012 Scion iQ’s high-tech interior includes an all-new standard AM/FM/CD/HD/USB 160-watt maximum output Pioneer audio system, state-of-the-art compact air conditioning, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with red stitching, extremely versatile 50/50 fold-flat rear seats and a Scion Drive Monitor which displays information like outside temperature, average MPG and an ECO-drive indicator that helps the driver maximize the iQ’s fuel efficiency.

Visit Sun Toyota at their brand new green LEED facility serving the Holiday, Tampa and Clearwater, Florida areas, to learn more about this scintillating Scion iQ.  Schedule your test drive and experience it for yourself! Don’t forget to take advantage of Sun Toyota’s New Toyota Scion Specials and save big with no dealer fee!

Sun Toyota and Gulf Trace Elementary – A Green Friendship

Gulf Trace Elementary school is not only located within a few block of Sun Toyota, but the two neighbors have a lot in common.

The two neighbors have a very strong philosophical connection as both of them are seriously concerned about the environment and strongly believe in making a change in their surroundings. While the students at Gulf Trace Elementary have secured a silver Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification for the steps it has taken to protect the environment, the Toyota dealership is going for gold LEED.

Students at Gulf Trace Elementary school are taught about the important role of nature and what can be done to reduce or reverse damage to the environment. Hands on approaches are used to demonstrate the relationship between individual action and the larger world.

Hope Schooler, principal at Gulf Trace, says that Sun Toyota has been very supportive towards the school and its mission. She mentioned, “We try to make sure the students know how to do everything in their power to save the environment and to keep themselves healthy too.” She further added that they receive support from the dealership through its recycling program.

Schooler said that the school is planning to use the funds and credits received from Sun Toyota to purchase technology that will allow it to go paperless, thus saving trees. She mentioned that the most exciting thing is the students can see practical demonstration of methods in a larger world that they are learning about in school. The principal said she looks forward to the day when the students can take a walk around the dealership where they can find how their education can be applied every day. That is the most important lesson.

Sun Toyota, serving the Clearwater, Tampa and Holiday, Florida areas, encourages everyone to follow suit and do whatever you can to “go green” and help conserve our earth’s resources. Everything from turning off lights when not in use, recycling paper, glass and plastic materials, conserving water, to driving an eco-friendly vehicle, like the 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid, will help go a long way in caring for our environment and preserve our planet for generations to come!

Toyota Unveils New Plug-In Hybrid Concept and Prius c at 2012 NA Auto Show

Sun Toyota, the leading Toyota dealership in Holiday, Florida, is pleased to announce that Toyota has debuted the NS4, an advanced plug-in hybrid concept vehicle, at the recent 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

Toyota engineers were tasked with the challenge of designing a new mid-sized concept car that would be anticipated for global introduction by 2015.  Separate from the Pruis family, the NS4 concept, designed with future mobility necessities in mind, is a dedicated plug-in hybrid.

As mentioned by Jim Lentz, TMS president and CEO, the “NS4 demonstrates Toyota’s take on the human connection to the car with technology that considers both emotional and rational relationships, person-to-car and car-to-society.”

Also introduced at the auto show was Toyota’s Priuc C hybrid.  As the larger Prius V, stands for versatile, the “c” in the new Prius is synonymous with ‘city’; which is just what this new Toyota offers.  Lighter in weight, lower in height and a bit shorter in length than its predecessors, the new Prius c is modeled to nimbly maneuver any cityscape with responsive handling.   Featuring a 1.5L gas engine and a 144 volt nickel-metal hydrid battery, the c’s hybrid system boasts an output of 99hp.  Along with an estimated 53 mpg, it is also regarded with the highest city rate fuel efficiency of any car in the US.

Visit Sun Toyota , recently relocated at our new green LEED facility at 3001 US 19, in Holiday, Florida, to learn more about these new Toyota vehicles.  Feel free to also explore us online.  We offer a huge inventory of new and used Toyota cars where you save big with no dealer fee!  Schedule an appointment and drive home your dream Toyota car today.

Mother Earth’s New Car – Toyota Prius

Sun Toyota is pleased to introduce Mother Earth’s New Car, the environmentally and economically friendly Toyota Prius. With the changing environment, car buyers are growing more conscious and people are clamoring for hybrids. Being that as it may, Toyota is a natural choice because the car manufacturer is an industry leader in manufacturing such vehicles.

However, Toyota Prius is one such car that deserves special mention. The car boasts 95 percent customer satisfaction and ranks top in fuel efficiency. The car has also received IntelliChoice’s Best Overall Value of the Year award after competing with nearly 1,800 2011 models. In April 2011, Toyota announced 1 million cars had been sold in the US, while 3 million were sold worldwide, with the Prius hitting the maximum sales record. Toyota Prius, clearing a leading hybrid car so far, the company estimates it has saved 881 million gallons of gas and 12.4 million tons of carbon dioxide emission in US alone in its 11 years of existence.

Environment friendly is not the only plus point for Prius. The car woos its owners with sleek styling, advanced safety features, comfort, and an estimated mileage of 51 mpg in the city, 48 on the highway. The price starts at $23,500 which is pretty decent and the car easily holds five, has countless style options. Talking about technology, Prius tops the chart. The advanced navigation option is available with a rearview backup camera and parking assist mode that actually parks the vehicle without the driver having to steer. As an added bonus, certain models have a solar roof package that helps the car to cool the interior when the car is parked.

No wonder this car is loved by all who care for Mother Earth!

Visit Sun Toyota, serving the Tampa, Clearwater and Pinellas Park, Florida areas, to see the new Toyota Prius for yourself up close and personal.  Schedule a test drive today and take advantage of special offers!

Sun Toyota and Scion’s 2nd Annual Stuff the XB Car Show

This holiday season, you can help bring joy to many less fortunate children! Sun Toyota and Scion is presenting their second annual event Stuff the Scion XB Car Show benefitting the Hope Children’s Home! Donate new, unwrapped toys and make a difference in a kid’s life this Christmas!

All Toyota and Scion car owners are invited to participate in this special event. Participants can register their truck, SUV, street bike, new or classic car with their donation of new, unwrapped Christmas toys, personal hygiene, and/or cleaning supplies that will be donated for all the children in the Hope Children’s Home. Plus, participants can register their car for the chance to win up to $2,000 in cash prizes for cleanest ride, best sound, best glow of show, best street bike, best in-car entertainment (ICE), best car club and a class for each Scion. Prizes will be also awarded for best female ride, best interior, best exterior and best classic car.

Come join us on Saturday, December 10, 2011 from 1:00PM to 5:00PM at our Sun Toyota and Scion dealership located at 3001 US Highway 19, Holiday, Florida 34691, show off your ride, while sharing in the spirit of giving to the great kids over at Hope Children’s Home!

Visit Sun Toyota in our brand new green LEED facility to learn more about this event! Check out our vast inventory of new Toyota vehicles and used cars or schedule your VIP test drive and experience it for yourself! Take advantage of our biggest sales event of the year going on now, Toyotathon, and save on your new Toyota car at Sun Toyota, where you never pay a dealer fee!

Toyota Prius Hybrid Officially Announced

Sun Toyota, a leading Toyota dealership serving Holiday, Florida, is pleased to announce that Toyota has officially announced the launch of its iconic vehicle, Toyota Prius plug-in hybrid.  Read on for a quick sneak peak review of this industry-changing vehicle.

The plug-in hybrid from Toyota is a larger capacity 2012 Prius powered by a 4.4kWh lithium ion battery instead of the standard NiMH pack. The new plug-in hybrid is a real electric car that provides mileage of up to 15 miles, at speeds up to 62mph; after that, the combustion engine comes into action to provide support.  It takes about three hours to charge the battery to its fullest using a standard 120V household outlet and 1.5 hours from a 240 V supply. The charger cable comes attached in the cubbyhole in the trunk area.

The Prius plug-in also features a backup camera along with a unique charging port, LED daytime running lights, as well as a millimeter wave radar sensor for the dynamic cruise control and pre-collision systems. The new Prius plug-in is equipped with Toyota’s latest Entune infotainment system. Toyota's 2012 Prius plug-in hybrid will be available in March 2012 with a starting price of $32,000.

To learn more about the new Toyota Prius hybrid plug-in visit Sun Toyota today.   Sun Toyota, serving the Clearwater, Pinellas Park and New Port Richey, Florida areas, stocks a huge selection of new Toyota cars.  Also, come in and test drive your favorite Toyota car from their impressive collection of used and certified used cars.