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Exciting news, Yorkville! 🐶🚗✨ Steet Toyota of Yorkville is thrilled to partner with Freedom Guide Dogs for an unforgettable event on Saturday, February 22nd, from 1-4 PM at our dealership! Freedom Guide Dogs, an incredible organization dedicated to training guide dogs for individuals who are legally blind, have special needs, or are Veterans, will be bringing in their newest litter of future guide dogs for a special meet-and-greet! These adorable puppies are on their way to changing lives, and you’ll get the chance to meet them up close. But that’s not all… 🏅 We are honored to welcome U.S. Paralympic Medalist and Toyota-sponsored Women’s Downhill Skier, Danelle Umstead! As an accomplished athlete who is blind, Danelle is currently working with Freedom Guide Dogs to train her newest guide dog. She’ll be at Steet Toyota for a meet & greet and photo opportunities —a rare chance to connect with a true champion! 🎉 Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with: ✅ Meet & Greet with Danelle Umstead ✅ Puppy Cuddles with Future Guide Dogs ✅ Popcorn & Refreshments ✅ Exciting Toyota Prizes & Giveaways Whether you’re an animal lover, an avid skier, or just looking for a fun event with the family, you won’t want to miss this! Mark your calendar and join us at Steet Toyota of Yorkville for an inspiring afternoon. 📍 Where: Steet Toyota of Yorkville, 4991 Commercial Drive, Yorkville, NY 📅 When: Saturday, February 22nd, 1-4 PM Spread the word and tag a friend who needs some puppy love in their life! 🐾 See you there! #SteetToyota #FreedomGuideDogs #PuppyLove #DanelleUmstead #Toyota #Paralympics #YorkvilleEvents

In a world where luxury vehicles often seem the same, the 2025 Toyota Crown dares to be different. It's a completely new take on the luxury sedan, featuring a striking style, powerful hybrid motor, and innovative tech features. more Discover the 2025 Toyota Crown The interior design of the Crown caters to you, from its conveniently located USB ports and wireless charger to its easy-to-see 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster with selectable gauges. It keeps you and up to four additional passengers comfortable with heated and ventilated leather-trimmed front seats, heated rear seats, and a dual-zone automatic climate control system. You can also expand the trunk's 15.2 cubic feet of space by folding one or both sides of the 60/40 rear seat. Premium Performance Every Crown grade is powered by a hybrid motor that provides excellent power and efficiency. The Crown also comes standard with all-wheel drive that responds to road conditions by directing power to the front and rear wheels to maximize traction. On XLE, Limited, and Nightshade grades, the Crown's 2.5-liter Dynamic Force hybrid system produces 236 net horsepower with EPA-estimated fuel economy of 41 MPG. These grades also come with a fully independent suspension for a smooth ride and agile handling. The Crown's most luxurious grade, the Platinum, has a Hybrid MAX 2.4-liter turbocharged hybrid system that delivers 340 net horsepower and 30 MPG combined. The Platinum also enhances stability and handling with its Adaptive Variable Suspension system and Dynamic Rear Steering. New for 2025: Nightshade Edition For the 2025 model year, the Crown adds a new grade with exclusive dark styling, the Nightshade Edition. It's available in your choice of Storm Cloud or Black paint, and it comes with 21-inch matte-black wheels, black door handles and mirror caps, and dark badging. The Nightshade Edition also includes premium comfort and tech features, like a panoramic fixed-glass roof and an upgraded 11-speaker JBL Premium Audio system. Safety Technology The Crown is designed to protect you from every angle, with eight airbags, side-impact door beams, and front Whiplash-Injury-Lessening seats. It's received top safety honors, including an IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK and a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating from the NHTSA. It also uses advanced technology to help you avoid danger from the parking lot to the highway and everywhere in between. Included in the Crown's suite of standard driver assistance technologies is a Blind Spot Monitor that warns you when there is a vehicle in an adjacent lane. It also comes with a Pre-Collision System to help you prevent a forward collision, Lane Departure Alert to keep you in your lane, and more. If you're ready to reimagine luxury in a new Toyota Crown, get in touch with us at Steet Toyota of Yorkville in Yorkville, NY, to schedule your test drive.

Spacious, luxurious, and powerful, the 2025 Toyota Sequoia lets you bring along the whole crew for off-road adventures, weekend road trips, and trips around town. more 5 Highlights of the 2025 Toyota Sequoia 1. Efficiency and Capability in One Under the hood of every Sequoia is an i-FORCE MAX 3.445-liter twin-turbo V6 hybrid system and 10-speed auto transmission, giving it efficiency of up to an EPA-estimated 22 MPG combined. This system produces an impressive 437 total horsepower and 583 lb.-ft. of torque, so you can tow up to 9,520 pounds, depending on the grade you choose. Drive Mode Select adjusts driving dynamics to suit your needs, with modes including Eco, Sport, and TOW/HAUL. 2. Luxurious Seating for Seven or Eight A standard power moonroof, leather-wrapped steering wheel, and three-zone automatic climate control with separate rear controls make every trip in the Sequoia more comfortable. It comes with a second-row bench and seating for eight, but you can also choose second-row captain's chairs and seven-passenger seating. Either way, third-row passengers have one-touch access to enter and exit easily. You can also choose cabin upgrades like a power panoramic roof, massaging seats, and ventilated front seats for the ultimate level of luxury. 3. Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control Highway driving is a breeze with the Sequoia's standard Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), part of Toyota Safety Sense 2.5. Once you set your cruising speed and following distance, this system will automatically adjust your speed when it detects a slower vehicle ahead. It can even bring your Sequoia to a complete stop, if necessary. While DRCC is active, you can also use Lane Tracing Assist, which adjusts your steering to keep you centered in your lane. 4. Panoramic View Monitor With the Sequoia's standard Panoramic View Monitor, multiple cameras create a 360-degree view of your vehicle's surroundings, so you can park and navigate tight spaces with confidence. You'll also see a trailer hitch line overlay on the monitor, so you can easily back up to a trailer. Front and Rear Parking Assist is also standard to help you detect nearby objects that you might have missed. This system includes Automatic Braking to help you avoid a collision while parking. 5. Remote Connect Stay connected to your Sequoia from anywhere with the included 1-year subscription to Remote Connect. Using this service and the Toyota app on your smartphone or smartwatch, you can remotely lock or unlock your vehicle's doors, start or stop the engine, and find its location on a map. You can also check on fuel levels or receive notifications if a window was left open or the doors are unlocked. To experience the Sequoia's capability and tech features for yourself, visit our showroom at Steet Toyota of Yorkville in Yorkville, NY, for a test drive.

As the holiday season winds down and we welcome the new year, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participated in and contributed to our holiday events and donation drives. Your generosity, spirit, and dedication to community made this season truly special. Reflecting on the Joy and Impact This past holiday season, we set out to make a meaningful difference in our community by organizing several events and drives. Thanks to your support, our efforts exceeded expectations. Here’s what we accomplished together: Donation Drives School Supplies Drive: With your help, we provided backpacks, notebooks, and essential tools to ensure that students in our community could start the new year ready to succeed. Your contributions put smiles on countless young faces to kids in 19 local elementary schools including Utica, Rome, Herkimer, CVA, Frankfort, Amsterdam and Gloversville Elementary Schools! Coat Drive: Winter can be harsh, but thanks to your kindness, many individuals and families now have warm coats to protect them against the cold. Every coat you donated was a gesture of care that truly mattered to the kids in the Utica and Rome elementary schools. We broke a record and were able to donate 1,017 items of winter outerwear including new coats, snow pants, hats, gloves, scarves, mittens and snow boots. Food Drive: During a time when no one should go hungry, your generosity provided meals for families in need. The outpouring of support filled not only pantries but also hearts to those who utilize the Thea Bowman House Food Pantry in Utica, NY. Holiday Gift Drive: From toys and books to clothing and gift cards, you helped ensure that children in our community experienced the magic of the holidays. Your donations transformed wishes into reality for the families in the Adopt-a-Family program through ICAN with over 500 gifts, 69 rolls of wrapping paper and 30 rolls of tape! Holiday Events Halloween Trunk or Treat: Thank you to all the creative minds who decorated trunks, dressed up, and brought Halloween cheer to life! Seeing children and families enjoy a safe, fun celebration of community was unforgettable. Lights Around the Park Light Show: Held at the Kirkland Town Park and hosted by the Clinton Fire Department. This drive through light show went around the entire park, with over 30 different light displays, and was held every weekend from 11/29-12/29. On Sundays, Santa and Mrs. Claus even greeted each car with candy canes for those driving through! New Hartford Fire Department's Believe Christmas Festival & Parade: We participated in the 3rd Annual Believe Christmas Festival hosted by the New Hartford NY Fire Department with our festively light wrapped Toyota Tacoma leading Santa, and a fun day of shopping in the village green with vendors, food trucks, and music. Together, We Made a Difference Through your contributions and involvement, you didn’t just donate or attend an event—you became part of something bigger. You helped build a stronger, more connected, and compassionate community. The ripple effect of your kindness will be felt far beyond the holiday season. Each meal shared, coat donated, and moment of joy created reminded us all of the power of coming together. Looking Ahead As we move into the new year, we carry with us the warmth and generosity you shared this past season. We’re excited to continue working with such an incredible community and invite you to join us in future initiatives to make a difference. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you. Let’s keep the spirit of giving and togetherness alive all year long. Happy New Year! From all of us at Steet Toyota of Yorkville

Compact outside, spacious inside, and easy to handle on all roads, the 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross is a versatile crossover SUV for daily commutes and weekend adventures. Its efficient powertrain, eye-catching styling, and intuitive tech are just some of the things that make it a must-have. more 6 Features of the 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross Bold Driving Dynamics The 2024 Corolla Cross boasts an athletic powertrain that pumps out 169 horsepower and 151 lb-ft of torque for a grin-inducing experience each time you press the gas pedal. Front-wheel drive comes standard and delivers fuel economy ratings of 32 MPG combined. All-wheel drive is optional across all trims for added confidence and fun. Superb Styling This model's exterior boasts an athletic stance that emphasizes the crossover's agile spirit. Sculpted body panels create an eye-catching geometry while enhancing the SUV's aerodynamic performance. A prominent front grille pairs with slim LED projector headlights, creating an aggressive front fascia that will leave a lasting impression in traffic. You can customize your model with gorgeous wheel options and a wide range of monotone or two-tone color options. Upscale Interior The interior complements the exterior with sleek door and dashboard trims and soft fabric-trimmed seating surfaces. Manually adjustable front seats come standard, while power adjustability is available for added convenience. A passenger volume of 94.9 cubic feet provides plenty of room for all riders to stretch comfortably throughout the journey. Behind the rear seats, 24 cubic feet of cargo capacity is more than enough for most purposes. Intuitive Infotainment Toyota's Audio Multimedia infotainment system comes standard with an 8-inch center touchscreen on all trim levels, providing easy access to your favorite apps, vehicle functions, and the Connected Services. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay make it easy to access apps on your phone and stream audio directly from your device. With standard SiriusXM, you can also listen to hundreds of radio channels. Convenience Tech The 2024 Corolla Cross also boasts a multi-information driver display behind the steering wheel, making it easy to keep essential driving information under control. To stay connected to your life, you can enable the Wi-Fi hotspot, and use the various charging ports to keep your devices charged. A wireless charging pad is available alongside a smart key system. Driver Assistance The Star Safety System and Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 driver assistance technologies come standard on all 2024 Corolla Cross models. These systems include anti-collision technologies, lane management features, pedestrian detection, and automatic emergency braking, keeping you worry-free on the road. Agile, spacious, and versatile, the 2024 Corolla Cross is a crossover SUV you have to try for yourself. Visit us at Steet Toyota of Yorkville in Yorkville, NY to take it for a test drive.

The 2025 Toyota Corolla Hybrid LE continues Toyota's legacy of blending reliability with innovation, offering a compact sedan that excels in fuel efficiency, advanced technology, and safety features. more Performance and Efficiency At the heart of the Corolla Hybrid LE is a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine paired with an electric motor, producing a combined 138 horsepower. This setup utilizes an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission (ECVT) to ensure smooth acceleration and optimal fuel efficiency. Front-wheel drive (FWD) is standard, with an available all-wheel drive (AWD) option for enhanced traction. The vehicle offers Normal and Eco driving modes, allowing drivers to prioritize performance or fuel economy as needed. The EPA estimates fuel economy at 53 mpg city and 46 mpg highway for the FWD model, making it an economical choice for both urban and highway driving. Design and Comfort The Corolla Hybrid LE features a sleek exterior with LED headlights and 16-inch wheels, presenting a modern and aerodynamic profile. Inside, the cabin is designed for comfort and convenience, accommodating up to five passengers. The interior includes fabric-trimmed seats and a user-friendly layout, ensuring a pleasant driving experience. The trunk offers 13.1 cubic feet of cargo space, suitable for daily errands and weekend getaways. Technology and Connectivity Equipped with a 10.5-inch touchscreen display, the Corolla Hybrid LE's infotainment system supports wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility, enabling seamless smartphone integration. The vehicle also features a 7-inch digital gauge cluster, providing clear and customizable driving information. Additional amenities include a Smart Key System with Push Button Start for added convenience. Safety Features Safety is a priority in the 2025 Corolla Hybrid LE, which comes standard with Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0. This suite of advanced safety technologies includes features such as pre-collision warning, lane departure alert, and adaptive cruise control, designed to assist drivers and enhance passenger protection. The vehicle's design also incorporates a robust structure and multiple airbags to provide comprehensive safety in various driving conditions. Pricing and Value The 2025 Toyota Corolla Hybrid LE starts at an MSRP of $23,625, offering a compelling value proposition given its array of features and exceptional fuel efficiency. Toyota's reputation for durability and high resale value further enhances the vehicle's appeal, making it a prudent investment for those seeking a reliable and economical compact sedan. Conclusion The 2025 Toyota Corolla Hybrid LE stands out in the compact sedan segment by combining fuel efficiency, advanced technology, and comprehensive safety features. Its thoughtful design and Toyota's commitment to quality make it a compelling choice for drivers seeking an economical and dependable vehicle for daily commuting and beyond. Learn More About the 2025 Corolla Hybrid LE

Put Steet Toyota of Yorkville on your holiday shopping list with our apparel and accessories inventory! We just got a TON of new Toyota gear, and are offering 10% of all hats, mugs, tumblers, and shirts right now until 12/31/24! Stop down and see what we have in our display cases. We have everything from Toyota Hats, Toyota Yeti Tumblers, Toyota T-Shirts, Toyota Sweatshirts, including that beautiful Toyota Land Cruiser Sweatshirt! We also have all kinds of Toyota car cleaning accessories for everyone on your gift list. We are open Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, and Saturday from 8am-1pm. Give us a call today or stop down in person to the Parts Department at Steet Toyota on 4991 Commercial Drive, Yorkville, NY 13495.

Steet Toyota of Yorkville is proud to support the Clinton Fire Department’s 2nd Annual Lights Around the Park Light Show at the Kirkland Town Park!! This is a fun, family-friendly event that is one of a kind for our area. The show is held every weekend from Friday, 11/29 until Sunday, 12/29, 2024 from 6-9pm and is $10/car! On Sundays, Santa and Mrs. Clause themselves pass out candy canes during the show! The light show is a drive through light show, so you can stay warm in your vehicle, while listening to Christmas music by tuning into 93.9 FM! We have a fun display from the Steet Ponte Auto Group, and hope to see you there!

Our 17th Annual Holiday Gift Drive is going on NOW until Monday, December 16th at all of the stores in the Steet Ponte Auto Group! This year, we are adopting families in the Adopt-A-Family program with ICAN. ICAN is a non-profit organization that service Utica and Herkimer, all throughout Oneida and Herkimer Counties to help provide services to families in need. Each store in our Auto Group has tags on the Christmas Trees in our showrooms. It’s easy to participate! Simply take a tag from our tree, and return the unwrapped gift with the tag attached back to our tree by the 16th. The front of the tag has the gift or wish list item, and the back of the tag has the child’s name, age, and any relevant information like favorite colors, favorite characters, clothing sizes if applicable. We hope that you can help us spread joy for families in need to help provide a wonderful Christmas season for everyone! Gifts range from hair ties to toys, to gift cards, so there is something for everyone. We are also accepting donations of wrapping paper and tape as well!

Our 12th Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive was quite the success again this year! Throughout our 8 dealerships, we donated to the Thea Bowman House in Utica, NY, Catholic Charities of Herkimer County, and the Amen Place Soup Kitchen in Amsterdam, NY! Our Food Drive was held from November 1st-November 25th, 2024. We collected non-perishable food items for the food pantries to help during their Thanksgiving meal preparations, and beyond. Together, we collected 8 vehicles of non-perishable items, filling the entire basement at the Thea Bowman House! Additionally, Steet Toyota of Johnstown was able to donated an extra $1,000 to the Amen Place Soup Kitchen along with their donations. We spent the morning loading all of our donations into the vehicles to bring over to each location, and then helped sort the items for the food pantries. The first year this Food Drive started, we filled one vehicle total with donations, and now we are up to one vehicle per store! We are so thankful for our community, employees, and customers who helped us succeed this year. Whether you brought in one item or 20, we are so happy to have provided a great Thanksgiving to those in need in our Utica, Herkimer, and Amsterdam communities.

With a muscular body, beefy powertrain, and plenty of features that are custom-built for places the pavement doesn't dare to go, the 2024 Toyota 4Runner isn't just a capable SUV. It's a rugged, rough-and-tumble adventurer that puts the "sport" back in Sport Utility Vehicle. Here's why it deserves a spot in your garage. more Introducing the 2024 Toyota 4Runner: A Rugged Off-Roader Beefy Where It Counts The first question to ask about any prospective off-roader is, "What's under the hood?" The 2024 4Runner doesn't disappoint, with a 4.0-liter, DOHC, 24-valve V-6 that offers drivers the thrill of 270 horsepower and 278 lb-ft of torque for a grin-inducing experience every time the accelerator gets closer to the floor. Four Wheels' Worth of Fun Part-Time 4WD is available on almost every trim of the 2024 4Runner and standard on some trims, with Full-Time 4WD coming standard on the Limited trim. Active Traction Control helps maintain traction over uneven terrain, and the available Electronic Locking Rear Differential keeps power pumping to both back wheels so they turn together even if one wheel is off the ground, helping maintain a steady pace over uneven ground. A Springy Suspension The 4Runner offers drivers a well-sprung ride, with standard coil-spring double-wishbone suspension in the front and coil-spring 4-link suspension in the rear, for a vehicle that can cope with almost anything Mother Nature can throw its way. The available Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System lets the 4Runner automatically decouple the rear sway bars when needed for additional wheel articulation on rocky turf, automatically reconnecting them when needed. One Smart Cookie The 2024 4Runner offers plenty of adventure-ready tech for additional fun and ease. Standard Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility makes it easy to keep the tunes coming, while the available Multi-Terrain Monitor makes it easy to see exactly what lies ahead and around the 4Runner. Subscription-enabled 4G Wi-Fi connectivity keeps the whole crew connected wherever the adventure leads, and plenty of USB ports keep everyone's devices charged. The available Crawl Control feature makes the 4Runner your partner in off-roading adventures, taking over the gas and brakes while you focus on steering and enjoying the beauty of the world around you. Capability Unleashed With 47.2 cubic feet of cargo capacity behind the second row of seating, the 4Runner swallows bag after bag of luggage, adventure gear, and box-store buys with ease, expanding up to a cavernous 89.7 cubic feet with the back seat folded flat. A third row of seating is available for those with full-size families, making the 4Runner as family-friendly as it is adventurous. Are you ready for the adventure? Test drive your 4Runner today at Steet Toyota of Yorkville in Yorkville, NY, and discover what it means to be ready to roam.

On Saturday, November 23rd, 2024, Steet Toyota proudly participated in the New Hartford Fire Department’s 3rd Annual Believe Festival and Christmas Parade! This fun event is hosted by the New Hartford Fire Department, and is kicked off by a parade with Santa Clause, the New Hartford Marching Spartans, and participation from a few local Fire Departments! Steet Toyota drove a Christmas light wrapped 2024 Toyota Tacoma in the parade, and we had a great time doing so! Following the parade, the New Hartford Village Green hosts the Festival portion, with holiday vendors, food trucks, and even Christmas Carolers! We love attending and being able to help local events like this continue to succeed and stay in our area, and look forward to next year!