The team at Steet Toyota of Yorkville is proud to support the Central Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CABVI) at their Annual Dark Dining Event! This inspiring event raises funds for CABVI, a nonprofit organization whose mission is:
“To empower individuals of all ages who are blind or visually impaired to live full and independent lives by providing innovative programs, services, and support.”
This year, Steet Toyota contributed a Premium Car Care Package, including:
- Interior and exterior reconditioning ($300 value)
- Full synthetic oil change and tire rotation
- A Toyota hat and sweatshirt
In addition, we donated funds to help purchase and raffle off an Oculus VR headset, providing attendees another chance to win a fun, high-tech prize while supporting this important cause.
The Dark Dining Event, held at the Delta Marriott in Utica, is not only a fundraiser but also an educational experience. Guests enjoy a silent auction, raffles, and fun activities throughout the night, and have the unique opportunity to experience what itās like to dine in total darkness. By wearing blindfolds or special glasses provided by CABVI representatives, attendees gain a glimpse into the challenges faced by those living with vision impairments ā a truly eye-opening (and heart-opening) experience.
Steet Toyota is honored to support such a meaningful organization that provides empowerment, independence, and opportunity for people who are blind or visually impaired in our community. Itās a privilege to help CABVI continue its important work and make a positive impact for so many local residents.
From all of us at Steet Toyota, thank you to CABVI for letting us be part of this inspiring event ā weāre proud to help make a difference!
Steet Ponte Auto Groupās 12th Annual Halloween Costume Contest Was a Spooktacular Success!
Weāre 12 years strong with our Annual Halloween Costume Contest, and this year was another blast! Every year, we love seeing how creative, funny, and inventive our employees can be with their costumes ā and 2025 did not disappoint. From solo outfits to entire store groups getting into the spirit, the competition was fierce and the results were amazing.
For the past several years, our contest categories have been judged by none other than Joe Steet Sr. and Steve Ponte Sr., and this year, our winners are:
šØ Best DIY: Rain Storm ā Suzi Smith, Steet Ponte VW
š Funniest: Technician Bananas ā Steet Toyota Yorkville
šŗ Best Pop Culture: Pirates of the Caribbean ā Liz Uebelhoer & Will Marriott, Steet Ponte Ford Lincoln
āØ Most Creative: Moana Family ā Josh Perez, Steet Ponte Chevy
š„ Best Group: Crayon Box ā Steet Ponte Nissan (entire store dressed up!)
š Joeās Favorite: 50ās Sock Hop ā Cyndi Wilson, United Auto Sales
šø Steveās Favorite: 70ās Hippie ā Amy Biggie, Steet Toyota Johnstown
From clever DIY costumes to full-group efforts, our employees never fail to impress. The creativity, humor, and teamwork shown in this yearās contest reflect the fun-loving spirit that makes our Steet Ponte Auto Group family so special.
A huge congratulations to all of our winners and participants ā your efforts helped make this another memorable and festive Halloween across all of our stores.
Whether you need a hardworking pickup or a weekend warrior for far-out adventures, you can’t go wrong with the 2025 Toyota Tundra. This versatile truck is available in configurations for all needs and lifestyles.
Meet the 2025 Toyota Tundra
The 2025 Tundra is a versatile full-size truck for heavy hauling and off-roading. Its sturdy body-on-frame construction provides stability and exceptional handling dynamics on all terrains. For enhanced performance, Toyota equips this truck with a fully boxed steel frame and multi-link rear suspension, a combination that also improves its towing performance.
Heavyweight Performance
Toyota offers a range of powertrain options for this truck, including a spirited 3.4L twin-turbo V6 engine with a base output of 358 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque. The SR5 and upper trims come with performance upgrades, including selectable drive modes, that boost this engine’s performance to 389 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque.
Rear-wheel drive is standard on most models, but you can opt for Toyota’s 4WDemand part-time four-wheel drive system, which is available across all trims. Select models can also be customized or come standard with a hybrid i-FORCE MAX 3.4L twin-turbo V6 engine that pumps out 437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque.
Impressive Utility
With a range of cab and bed options, the Tundra can suit all hauling needs. The entry-level SR trim, in the base configuration with a Double Cab and 6.5-foot bed, delivers a best-in-lineup payload capacity of 1,940 lbs, which is more than enough for a variety of heavy loads, including various big toys, such as dirt bikes. A long 8.1-foot and a short 5.5-foot bed are also available.
In the base configuration, the entry-level trim also offers an impressive towing capacity of 8,300 lbs. If you’re looking for max towing power, you should opt for the SR5 trim level. In the Double Cab 6.5-foot bed configuration, this model offers a maximum towing capacity of 12,000 lbs. The other trims are also heavy-duty towers, with capacities ranging from 10,340 to 11,450 lbs.
First-Class Comfort
Whether you opt for the Double Cab or the CrewMax, the Tundra is packed with creature comforts. Fabric seating surfaces and four-way adjustable front seats provide plush comfort throughout the day. Rear under-seat storage with adjustable and removable partitions provides plenty of room for essentials and gear you want to keep out of sight. A Smart Key entry system with remote tailgate release and remote illuminated entry adds convenience.
To enhance your driving experience, Toyota also equips the Tundra with a modern infotainment system and connected services, including Drive Connect capability, which includes cloud navigation with Google Points of Interest and an intelligent assistant.
Ready to take this truck for a spin? Schedule your test drive at Steet Toyota of Yorkville in Yorkville, NY.
After last yearās success, Steet Toyota of Yorkville is thrilled to announce the return of our 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat event! Families are invited to join us for a fun-filled, safe evening of Halloween fun right here at the dealership.
This year, weāre making things even more exciting with TWO new additions to the event lineup:
- The real-life Ghostbusters Ectomobile truck will be on site!
- Food from Scott’s Tot’s Food Truck
- A special visit from the New Hartford Fire Department
Make your way through our decorated trunks, stay for some food, and have a great evening!
š Event Details:
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Thursday, October 23rd
š 6:00 PM ā until supplies last
š Steet Toyota of Yorkville, 4991 Commercial Drive in Yorkville
This is a FREE family-friendly event, so bring your costumes, your candy bags, and your Halloween spiritāwe canāt wait to see you there!
What a fantastic day it was at Steet Toyota of Yorkville on Saturday, September 27th! We were thrilled to celebrate winning a regional sales contest through Toyota and wanted to share the excitement with our amazing customers and community. The weather was beautiful, the energy was high, and the fun didnāt stop!
Guests enjoyed a steady stream of activities, including:
- Delicious food from Piggy Patās and Romaās
- Streaming the SU game live from the back of a Toyota Sequoia
- Tons of fun lawn games provided by Toyota
- Free Toyota merchandise, which went quickly thanks to our enthusiastic guests
It was a day full of community spirit, great food, and friendly competitionāall while celebrating our teamās success. We were thrilled to see so many smiling faces and canāt wait to make next yearās Tailgate Party even bigger and better!
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for the celebration. Your support and energy made the day truly special. Stay tuned for updates on future eventsāyou wonāt want to miss what we have planned!
6 Reasons to Test-Drive the 2025 Toyota Camry
The 2025 Toyota Camry is a powerful and efficient midsize sedan for driving enthusiasts. Its hybrid powertrain, driver-centric cabin, and convenient drive modes are just some of the features you’ll love.
Thrilling Powertrain
The 2025 Camry is a hybrid sedan with a spirited engine under the hood. Its standard powertrain pairs a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine with a 100 kW permanent magnet motor in a system that produces 225 horsepower combined. A dual-motor hybrid setup with 232 horsepower is available, allowing you to enjoy more thrilling driving dynamics.
Responsive Handling
Regardless of the powertrain you choose, this sporty sedan is a pleasure to drive. A standard drive mode selector with four modes makes it easy to adjust the power output based on changing driving conditions.
Settings include a normal mode that provides balanced power and torque for efficient daily driving, a sport mode for enhanced performance, and an eco mode for enhanced fuel economy. A fourth EV mode allows you to drive on electric power only at low speeds, so you can save even more when parking or moving in parking lots.
Drivetrain Options
Designed for sprints across town, the 2025 Camry comes in standard front-wheel drive. This drivetrain offers impressive stability on most surfaces, including wet roads, and an estimated fuel economy rating of 51 miles per gallon combined. Upgrading to the available all-wheel drivetrain is a wise decision if you need more confidence in challenging weather conditions or want to drive your Camry at the racecourse.
Head-Turning Styling
Whether you opt for the standard equipment or available upgrades, this sporty sedan will leave a lasting impression in traffic. The aggressive front fascia boasts a large grille for quicker engine cooling. Bi-LED headlamps and LED daytime running lights improve visibility, while unique LED taillights keep you more visible in traffic and boost the curb appeal.
The base trim comes with stylish 16-inch wheels, while larger wheel options are available. Select trims also have a rear spoiler and diffuser for enhanced aerodynamic performance.
Upscale Comfort
A spacious cabin with comfortable seats and well-placed controls makes it a pleasure to spend time behind the wheel. The base trim has fabric-trimmed seats with six manual adjustments for both the driver and front passenger. Heated front seats and a leather-wrapped steering wheel are optional, and SofTex or leather upholstery is also available.
Smart Connectivity
This sedan’s infotainment system comes standard with an eight-inch center touchscreen and is compatible with all of Toyota’s connected services, including in-cabin Wi-Fi capability, cloud navigation with Google Points of Interest, and remote vehicle control through the Toyota app.
To explore all these features and more, schedule your test drive today at Steet Toyota of Yorkville in Yorkville, NY.
The Steet Ponte Auto Group is proud to announce the return of our 8th Annual Coats for Kids Coat Drive! As the colder months approach, we are once again collecting NEW winter outerwear in any childrenās size to help keep local kids warm this winter.
We invite our community to join us in this mission by donating coats, snow pants, boots, hats, mittens, gloves, and scarves. Donations can be dropped off at Steet Toyota of Yorkville: 4991 Commercial Drive, Yorkville, NYājust look for the specially designated vehicle or drop-off area in our showrooms.
How Weāre Giving Back
This year, each of our stores is partnering with schools in their community to directly support local families in need:
- Steet Toyota of Johnstown ā donating to Mayfield and Gloversville Elementary Schools
- Steet Ponte Chevy (Herkimer) & Yorkville stores ā donating to Herkimer, CVA, and Frankfort Elementary Schools and Utica and Rome City Schools
How You Can Help
If youād like to participate, simply bring a donation of new childrenās winter outerwear to any of our dealerships. Whether itās a warm coat, sturdy boots, or cozy mittens, every item will help make a difference for a child in our community.
Together, with your help, we can ensure that kids across the Mohawk Valley and Fulton County stay warm, safe, and ready to learn this winter.
The 2025 Toyota bZ4X is the iconic Japanese automaker’s debut mass-market all-electric offering, showcasing the very best Toyota’s innovative engineering has to offer in this exciting electrified driving frontier.
Advanced Electric Drivetrain
Opting for the front-wheel drive version of the base-level XLE trim puts 201 hp and 196 lb-ft of torque at your disposal, courtesy of an electric motor motivated by a 71.4 kWh battery. It’s this configuration that unlocks the bZ4X’s formidable EPA-estimated maximum driving range of up to 252 miles on a single charge.
If you’re after a little extra power, there’s an electrified all-wheel drive (AWD) bZ4X configuration also available. A 72.8 kWh battery is at the heart of this dynamic electric SUV, motivating two electric motors to generate 214 hp and 248 lb-ft of torque.
Superior Driving Dynamics
Opting for the bZ4X’s available AWD capability gives you the confidence that your vehicle will enjoy enhanced responsiveness in adverse driving conditions, thanks to X-MODE. Standard on the AWD bZ4X configurations, this intelligent system maximizes the all-wheel driving potential of the vehicle by adjusting power delivery and modulating the brakes for exceptional control behind the wheel.
With dedicated SNOW/DIRT, DEEP SNOW/MUD, and Grip Control driving modes, X-MODE offers you unparalleled peace of mind, whatever driving challenges you may face.
Striking, Performance-Oriented Design
The bZ4X has an undeniably athletic aesthetic, particularly if you opt for the available 20-inch alloy wheels. This imposing yet nimble stance is accentuated by the sleek character lines of the vehicle’s body, offering both visual appeal and an aerodynamic profile.
The lower front bumper vents, streamlined rear spoiler, and covered underbelly further enhance the attractive and functional flow to the vehicle design. Opting for the Nightshade trim sees the addition of a split-roof rear spoiler, a precision-engineered performance feature that also serves to highlight the captivating silhouette of the bZ4X.
Inviting Interior
The cabin of the bZ4X is spacious and refined. 42.1 inches of legroom are on offer in the front, with the rear passengers enjoying a similarly roomy 35.3 inches of legroom. A dual-zone automatic climate control system comes as standard, offering bespoke comfort to all passengers, while available features like heated and ventilated front seats and a heated leather-trimmed steering wheel further enhance the comfort and style factors of the bZ4X interior experience.
The interior also seamlessly incorporates the latest Toyota automotive technology. A 12.3-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen provides access to a contemporary, easy-to-use infotainment system that offers wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility as standard.
If you’re a motorist in the Central New York area and want to experience the innovative bZ4X for yourself, then contact Street Toyota of Yorkville in Yorkville, NY today and arrange a test drive.
On Sunday, August 17th, Steet Ponte Auto Group proudly hosted our 23rd Annual Golf Tournament at Heron Creek Golf Course in Clinton, NY. This annual tradition brings together our employees, vendors, and valued business partners for a fun-filled day on the courseāand this year was no exception!
We had wonderful representation from all of our storesāSteet Toyota of Johnstown, Steet Ponte Chevy, United Auto Sales, Steet Ponte VW, Steet Ponte Ford, Steet Ponte Lincoln, and Steet Toyota of Yorkville. Itās always great to see everyone come together not just as coworkers, but as one big Steet Ponte family.
The day included breakfast at registration, putting contests, lunch at the turn, a full dinner, and prizes for all participants. A huge thank you goes out to our sponsors, who helped make the day such a success, and to our Event Coordinator, Barb Mazzotta, who worked tirelessly to organize every detail of the tournament. From start to finish, Barb made sure everything ran smoothly, creating an experience that everyone could enjoy.
We also keep things fresh each year by rotating golf courses, which adds to the excitement and makes every tournament unique. After such a fantastic turnout this year, weāre already looking forward to next yearās event!
The Steet Ponte Auto Group golf tournament is one of our favorite traditionsāit gives us the chance to celebrate our amazing team, strengthen relationships with our partners, and simply enjoy a great day together. Thank you again to everyone who joined us, and we canāt wait to see you all next year!
6 Reasons to Test-Drive the 2025 Toyota Camry
The 2025 Toyota Camry is a powerful and efficient midsize sedan for driving enthusiasts. Its hybrid powertrain, driver-centric cabin, and convenient drive modes are just some of the features you’ll love.
Thrilling Powertrain
The 2025 Camry is a hybrid sedan with a spirited engine under the hood. Its standard powertrain pairs a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine with a 100 kW permanent magnet motor in a system that produces 225 horsepower combined. A dual-motor hybrid setup with 232 horsepower is available, allowing you to enjoy more thrilling driving dynamics.
Responsive Handling
Regardless of the powertrain you choose, this sporty sedan is a pleasure to drive. A standard drive mode selector with four modes makes it easy to adjust the power output based on changing driving conditions.
Settings include a normal mode that provides balanced power and torque for efficient daily driving, a sport mode for enhanced performance, and an eco mode for enhanced fuel economy. A fourth EV mode allows you to drive on electric power only at low speeds, so you can save even more when parking or moving in parking lots.
Drivetrain Options
Designed for sprints across town, the 2025 Camry comes in standard front-wheel drive. This drivetrain offers impressive stability on most surfaces, including wet roads, and an estimated fuel economy rating of 51 miles per gallon combined. Upgrading to the available all-wheel drivetrain is a wise decision if you need more confidence in challenging weather conditions or want to drive your Camry at the racecourse.
Head-Turning Styling
Whether you opt for the standard equipment or available upgrades, this sporty sedan will leave a lasting impression in traffic. The aggressive front fascia boasts a large grille for quicker engine cooling. Bi-LED headlamps and LED daytime running lights improve visibility, while unique LED taillights keep you more visible in traffic and boost the curb appeal.
The base trim comes with stylish 16-inch wheels, while larger wheel options are available. Select trims also have a rear spoiler and diffuser for enhanced aerodynamic performance.
Upscale Comfort
A spacious cabin with comfortable seats and well-placed controls makes it a pleasure to spend time behind the wheel. The base trim has fabric-trimmed seats with six manual adjustments for both the driver and front passenger. Heated front seats and a leather-wrapped steering wheel are optional, and SofTex or leather upholstery is also available.
Smart Connectivity
This sedan’s infotainment system comes standard with an eight-inch center touchscreen and is compatible with all of Toyota’s connected services, including in-cabin Wi-Fi capability, cloud navigation with Google Points of Interest, and remote vehicle control through the Toyota app.
To explore all these features and more, schedule your test drive today at Steet Toyota of Yorkville in Yorkville, NY.
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