At Steet Toyota, giving back to our community is at the heart of what we do. This August, our dealerships came together for our 2nd Annual Backpack & School Supplies Drive—and we’re thrilled to share the impact it made!
With generous donations collected across all eight of our dealerships, we were able to purchase and deliver over 500 backpacks, each filled with essential school supplies, to local elementary students. Our goal was simple: to help students in need start the school year strong and on the right foot—and thanks to our team and community, we did just that.
One Friday, a dedicated group of our employees rolled up their sleeves and spent the day packing the backpacks with everything a student might need:
- Notebooks
- Folders
- Pencils
- Crayons
- A ruler
- Glue sticks
- Erasers
- Highlighters
- A pencil pouch
Each dealership then proudly donated the backpacks to local schools in their community:
- Steet Toyota of Johnstown: 130 backpacks to Johnstown and Gloversville Elementary Schools
- Steet Ponte Chevy (Herkimer): 124 backpacks to Herkimer, CVA, and Frankfort Elementary Schools
- United Auto Sales, Steet Ponte VW, Steet Ponte Ford Lincoln, Steet Ponte Mazda, Steet Toyota of Yorkville, and Steet Ponte Nissan: 250 backpacks to the Utica City School District
We are incredibly proud of our team and grateful for everyone who contributed to make this initiative possible. Education is one of the most powerful tools for a brighter future, and we’re honored to support local students as they head back into the classroom this school year.
Here’s to another successful drive—and to continuing our tradition of giving back to the communities we serve!
Steet Toyota of Yorkville Backs World-Ranked Speedgolfer Lauren Steates Cupp at NYS Speedgolf Sprint!
At Steet Toyota of Yorkville, we love celebrating remarkable local talent—especially when they’re gaining global recognition. We are thrilled to have sponsored Lauren Steates Cupp, the #1 women’s speedgolfer in the world, as she competed in the NYS Speedgolf Sprint, held right here at Rome Country Club!
What makes this even more special? Although she and our Steet family share only similar names—not relations—they all grew up together in New Hartford, making this a hometown connection we’re truly proud of.
What Is Speedgolf?
Speedgolf is an exhilarating fusion of golf and running. The goal is simple: complete 18 holes as fast as possible—running the course while bearing your clubs—and record just how quickly you do it.
- Scoring combines strokes and time: one minute equals one stroke (e.g., an 80-stroke round in 60 minutes yields a score of 140:00) Wikipediaspeedgolfusa.com.
- Players often carry a lightweight bag or just a few clubs and move fast between shots, trimming the game’s duration while maintaining precision MASSGOLFTopend Sports.
Lauren Steates Cupp: A Speedgolf Champion
Lauren is not just any competitor—she’s dominated the sport across the globe. Her accolades are truly impressive:
- Top-ranked female Speedgolfer in the world—ranked #1 consistently since 2018 Hamilton CollegeFacebook.
- World record holder: shot a 1-under 72 in just 50 minutes, 48 seconds (speed score: 122.48) at the 2021 NY Speedgolf Open at Teugega Country Club Global Golf PostHamilton College.
- World and U.S. Champion (2018), plus titles in Japan, Kentucky, Alabama, New York, California, and Ohio Opens Hamilton College.
- British Speedgolf Champion—with a remarkable 68 in 40:05 (total score: 108.05) Global Golf PostHamilton College.
- Victorious in the NYS Speedgolf Sprint, placing first in the women’s elite division—and fourth overall cny.pga.com.
Beyond Speedgolf, Lauren serves as the head coach for Hamilton College’s men’s and women’s golf teams. Under her leadership, her teams have earned NESCAC championships and NCAA qualifications; individually, her athletes have earned All-American and all-region honors Hamilton College.
Why We’re Proud to Support Lauren
- Local Roots: It’s a homegrown story—neighbors from New Hartford making waves worldwide.
- Trailblazer: Lauren’s blend of speed, stamina, and precision exemplifies athletic excellence.
- Role Model: She’s not just a champion—she’s a coach, a mom, a leader, and an inspiration.
Steet Toyota of Yorkville is honored to stand behind Lauren Steates Cupp as she represents our region—and the sport of Speedgolf—with unmatched dedication and success. From the NYS Speedgolf Sprint to championships on the world stage, she continues to redefine what golf can look like.
Here’s to many more record-breaking rounds and inspiring performances!
If you’re searching for a family-friendly vehicle that delivers on style and technology and provides ample space for your loved ones, the 2025 Toyota Sienna is the perfect match. This minivan is renowned for its gorgeous design, well-equipped interior, and smooth ride quality, ensuring a comfortable journey for everyone on board.
1. Exterior Design
Featuring a bold, expressive design and smooth lines, the new Sienna stands out wherever you go. The muscular front fascia and stunning headlights convey a sense of power and sophistication. Standard exterior elements include heated power outside mirrors with blind spot warning indicators, variable windshield wipers, privacy glass on rear windows, and dual power sliding mirrors.
2. Performance
The Sienna’s powertrain features a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder and a pair of electric motors that yield a combined 245 horsepower and 276 pound-feet of torque. All-wheel drive is optional and includes a third electric motor that drives the rear wheels. Handle whatever comes your way with the Sienna’s intelligent drive modes: Normal, Eco, EV, and Sport.
3. Comfort and Convenience
Inside the Sienna, you’ll find a spacious, inviting cabin with convenient features. It offers seating for seven or eight passengers, depending on the configuration. Make more room for your loved ones, more stuff, or both with the Sienna’s 60/40 One-Motion-Stow Split & Stow 3rd Row seat, which can effortlessly fold down to allow you to configure the space to meet your traveling needs. Available FridgeBox keeps your favorite snacks and drinks chilled while on the move.
The expansive interior also features dual sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors, up to 18 cup and bottle holders, a rear window defogger with timer, and a lockable glove compartment. The Toyota Sienna’s base infotainment screen measures 8.0 inches, while other trims get a 12.3-inch display. SiriusXM and a Wi-Fi hotspot are standard, as are Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Amazon Alexa.
4. Driver Assistance Tech
Boasting a 5-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the new Sienna works hard to ensure you and your passengers arrive at your destinations safe and sound. It comes equipped with a bevy of cutting-edge driver-assist and safety systems, including a pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, hill start assist control, automatic high beams, and lane tracing assist. Adaptive cruise control and blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert further enhance your safety on the road.
With light steering, impressive fuel economy, and next-gen tech features, the 2025 Sienna is ready for your weekend adventures and family road trips. Visit Steet Toyota of Yorkville in Yorkville, NY, today to see our vast collection of new and certified used vehicles.
Steet Ponte Auto Group Sponsors the 26th Annual Fire Truck Spectacular with the New Hartford Fire Department!
We were honored to once again support a hometown tradition that truly lights up the community — the 26th Annual Fire Truck Spectacular, hosted by the New Hartford Fire Department at Sangertown Square Mall!
As a proud sponsor, Steet Ponte Auto Group was thrilled to be part of this exciting and family-friendly event that draws fire trucks from across New York State. It’s always incredible to see the dedication of these brave men and women — and the amazing vehicles they operate — all in one place.
This year’s Fire Truck Spectacular was bigger and better than ever, featuring:
🚒 Fire trucks and emergency vehicles from all over NYS
🍔 A great lineup of local food trucks
🎶 Live entertainment and music
🏆 Contests for firefighters to show off their skills
🔥 A fun and educational Smoke House experience for families and kids
In true Steet Ponte fashion, we showcased a proud lineup of a truck or SUV from each of our dealerships, including:
- Steet Ponte Chevy
- United Auto Sales of Utica
- Steet Ponte VW
- Steet Ponte Ford Lincoln
- Steet Ponte Mazda
- Steet Toyota of Yorkville
- Steet Ponte Nissan
It was an amazing evening full of community spirit, safety education, and admiration for the first responders who keep us safe. Events like this remind us how important it is to give back and support those who serve our neighborhoods.
Thank you to the New Hartford Fire Department for organizing another unforgettable event, and to everyone who came out to enjoy the night — we’re already looking forward to next year’s Spectacular! 🚒🇺🇸
Steet Ponte Auto Group Proudly Sponsors the New Hartford Farmer’s Market Entertainment!
There’s nothing quite like a summer evening at the New Hartford Farmer’s Market — and this year, the Steet Ponte Auto Group is proud to be the official Entertainment Sponsor!
Each week, we’ve loved being part of this vibrant community event, where families, friends, and neighbors gather for great food, live music, and local fun. From toe-tapping tunes and talented local bands to the smell of fresh produce and sizzling food truck fare, it’s been a highlight of our summer.
We’re especially proud to support the live music entertainment each week, helping to create a fun and relaxing atmosphere for all ages. With fresh-squeezed lemonade, amazing local vendors, and the ever-popular Kid’s Tent offering new activities each week, the Farmer’s Market is truly a can’t-miss experience for the whole family.
The season wraps up on Tuesday, August 27th, and we hope you’ll join us for the final few weeks! Whether you’re stopping by for fresh corn, a sweet treat, or just to enjoy the music, we’re so grateful to help make this event special for our community.
Thank you to everyone who’s come out to support local — we’ll see you at the Market! 🌽🍋🎶
6 Highlights of the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser
If you’re searching for the quintessential adventure vehicle, look no further than the 2025 Toyota Land Cruiser. Whether you’re already an off-road expert or just getting started, this legendary midsize SUV has all the capability you need for an unforgettable journey.
1. Historical Style
While the 2025 Land Cruiser boasts modern features and technology to meet contemporary drivers’ needs, it also honors its roots by incorporating heritage-inspired circular LED headlights on the base 1958 model, a black heritage grille, and a rear Land Cruiser badge. Mud guards are standard, as are mounted tow hooks on the front and rear frame and a front skid plate.
2. Hybrid Powertrain
The Land Cruiser comes with a standard 2.4-liter turbocharged hybrid engine with an output of 326 horsepower and 465 pound-feet of torque, so you know it can take you wherever your heart desires. The 288-volt battery is sealed for protection, and an eight-speed automatic transmission with sequential shift mode controls the power on both models.
3. Off-Road Readiness
The full-time four-wheel drive system includes Active Traction Control and a locking limited-slip center differential to help keep you going through rough terrain. Crawl Control, Downhill Assist Control, and an electronically controlled locking rear differential are also standard, while Drive Mode Select lets you adjust performance between Sport, Eco, Normal, and Snow modes. There’s also a Multi-Terrain Select system with Auto, Dirt, Sand, Mud, Rock, and Deep Snow modes for the top Land Cruiser model.
4. Cargo and Towing Capacities
With 46.2 cubic feet of room behind the second row, you can pack plenty of gear, and folding the rear seats down opens the space up to 81 cubes for larger loads. The 2025 Land Cruiser also handles towing like a pro, with a standard integrated towing receiver hitch, wiring harness, and a maximum towing capacity of 6,000 lbs.
5. Upscale Interior
Toyota knows that superior capability deserves an equal level of interior comfort and demonstrates this by equipping the Land Cruiser with standard heated front seats with six-way manual adjustments, 12 cup and bottle holders throughout the cabin, a leather-trimmed shift lever, and a three-zone automatic front and rear climate control system with a separate control panel for the second row.
6. Modern Technology
An 8.0-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless smartphone integration is standard in the Land Cruiser 1958, while the top model gets a 12.3-inch version and a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster. Both models also feature six USB ports and a 2400-watt AC inverter.
Are you ready to explore new spots and make lifelong memories? Come visit us at Steet Toyota of Yorkville in Yorkville, NY to hop inside the 2025 Land Cruiser for a test drive!
We’re thrilled to share some exciting news — Steet Ponte Auto Group has been voted 1st Place for Best New Car Dealership in the 2025 Utica Observer-Dispatch Community Choice Awards!
But that’s not all — one of our very own, a Sales & Leasing Consultant from Steet Ponte Chevy in Herkimer, took home 1st Place for Best Salesperson!
This annual contest is a true reflection of community support, and we’re honored to have placed 1st and 2nd in various categories for the past 10 years. Your votes mean the world to us, and we can’t thank you enough for continuing to recognize our team and the work we do.
At Steet Ponte Auto Group, we believe that buying a vehicle should be simple, straightforward, and stress-free. Whether you’re shopping for a new or pre-owned vehicle, scheduling a service appointment, or just stopping in with questions — our priority has always been exceptional customer service and treating every visitor like family.
This award is a testament to the dedication of our entire team across all of our locations and the incredible customers who make it all possible.
From all of us at Steet Ponte Auto Group — THANK YOU for your continued support, for voting for us, and for being part of our story year after year. We couldn’t do it without you!
Here’s to another year of serving the Mohawk Valley with pride! 🚗🏆
For the team at Steet Toyota of Yorkville, our summer picnic at Enchanted Forest Water Safari is more than just a day out — it’s a beloved tradition that’s been part of our company culture for over 25 years.
This year was no exception! Employees and their families enjoyed a beautiful day in the Adirondacks, filled with water rides, sunshine, a mouthwatering buffet, and of course, lots of laughs.
It’s a fun and meaningful way to step away from the showroom and service bays to connect, recharge, and celebrate all the hard work our teams do throughout the year.
Steet Ponte Auto Group Proudly Sponsors the First Annual Putts for a Purpose Charity Golf Tournament
June 27th | Pine Hills Golf Club | Frankfort, NY
The Steet Ponte Auto Group was proud to be the Presenting Sponsor of the First Annual Putts for a Purpose Charity Golf Tournament, held on Friday, June 27th at Pine Hills Golf Club in Frankfort, NY. What began with a goal of raising $10,000 for local charities quickly turned into a huge community win—over $11,000 was raised during this incredible day on the course!
Organized by Scott and Kelly Grates, hosts of the Love Living Local 315 podcast, the tournament was designed to spotlight and support the heart of our community—local charities and small businesses that often fly under the radar but make a major impact. Love Living Local 315 has become a must-listen for anyone who wants to discover hidden gems and meaningful stories across the Mohawk Valley.
We were thrilled to not only sponsor this event but also to send a team of our own out to participate in the tournament. Representing the Steet Ponte Auto Group were:
- Dan DeLuke, Auto Group Social Media Content Creator & Coordinator
- Nate Smith, of Steet Ponte Nissan
- Jason Coleman & Dan Hermann of Steet Toyota of Yorkville
The team brought the competitive spirit and camaraderie that make this community so special! As part of our sponsorship, we also offered a thrilling hole-in-one prize on Hole #14—a 2025 Ford Mustang Convertible—which certainly turned heads throughout the day.
One of the highlights of this tournament was that half of the funds raised—$5,500—will be donated to the MVHS Foundation, Children’s Miracle Network division, a cause very close to the Steet family’s heart. The Steet family has proudly supported the Children’s Miracle Network since 1989. This national nonprofit works to raise funds for local children’s hospitals to help provide critical treatments, equipment, and services to children in need—ensuring that kids across the region have access to the best possible care, close to home.
We extend our deepest thanks to Scott and Kelly Grates for organizing such a meaningful and well-executed event, and to everyone who came out to support the cause. We’re already looking forward to next year!
And don’t forget to tune into Love Living Local 315 in July for a special podcast episode featuring Carly Steet Mathias and Joe Steet Jr., siblings and co-owners of the Steet Ponte Auto Group, as they talk about the importance of local giving, community involvement, and family business.
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Cool Treats on a Hot Day – Thank You, ACV Auctions!
Yorkville, NY | Steet Ponte Auto Group
It’s been one of the hottest weeks of the summer so far, but our teams at the Yorkville Steet Ponte Auto Group stores got to beat the heat in the best way possible: with FREE ice cream delivered by a good old-fashioned ice cream truck!
A huge thank you to our friends at ACV Auctions, who surprised our entire Yorkville dealerships, including Steet Toyota of Yorkville, with an ice cream break that brought smiles all around. From cones to popsicles, it was the perfect treat to cool down, take a breather, and enjoy some summertime fun.
We truly appreciate ACV not only for the delicious surprise, but also for being an outstanding partner in the auto industry. If you’re not familiar, ACV Auctions is a nationwide digital wholesale vehicle marketplace that helps dealers buy and sell inventory with ease, transparency, and efficiency. Their cutting-edge platform allows us to access a wider selection of used vehicles, view detailed condition reports, and make faster, smarter decisions, right from our phones or computers.
Whether it’s helping us streamline our operations or bringing us ice cream on a sweltering day, ACV Auctions goes above and beyond, and we’re grateful for their support.
Thanks again, ACV! Here’s to more great partnerships—and more ice cream! 🍦
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