Dear Valued Consumer,

           Recently, some have said that Toyota experienced it’s darkest moments.  I think it was our finest hour.  Unprecedented and unforced, we paused; and we placed people before profits.
           As many of you know, my staff is working tirelessly in effort to schedule your automobiles for the modifications and put your minds at ease.  We have extended our shop hours, added additional personnel, and in some instances, are working through the night to accommodate you as quickly as possible.
           I realize the dissemination of information has been confusing and sometimes troubling.  You can be confident that everyone at Green Toyota has pledged to minimize your inconvenience. Some outside the Toyota Corporation have asked if we care.  I want to remind you that for over fifty (50) years, Toyota has been committed to North America, and despite the events of recent weeks, that relationship has never been stronger.  With ten US plants already in operation and another underway, we reemphasize our dedication to everyone, both nationally and locally.  This is not about a “foreign car company” doing business in America.  It’s about a company based in part in America—a company that employs Americans and builds cars and trucks for America.  Toyota is an automotive brand we hold dear, and we stand firm on its forever dedication to the pursuit of excellence while not resting on the laurels of its success of the past.
           Your support for my staff and me and has been immeasurable.  With the recent modifications, we promise to continue to deliver the type of quality you’ve come to expect.  Should you have any questions, I encourage you to call me.  If I’m not available, please leave a message and I’ll return your call as soon as possible.  I care, just as my staff does.  We’re not just employees, we’re also consumers.  We all drive our own products, as do our families and friends.  We all care because we know that we’re all in this together.
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Respectfully,

Mylas Copeland
General Manager
Green Toyota, Scion, Audi & Volkswagen

How exactly do you remodel a brand icon? Well, if you’re Scion, you go big. Scion’s hip little van has grown significantly in just about every direction for 2008. The wheelbase is up 4 in., it’s wider by 3 in. and overall, it’s a foot longer. And that’s made it much more appealing to the small families who can put that room to good use. The old xB wasn’t the type of car you’d like to take on long trips. It drove a bit too much like the economy car it was. No more. The new one feels substantial, like a car from the next class up. Yet the price remains in the base-ment. The chassis is all-new and the xB gets four-wheel disc brakes for the very first time—standard. That’s a feature normally optional or unavailable in cars costing less than $20,000. Under the hood resides a 158-hp 2.4-liter inline four-cylinder paired to either a five-speed manual or a neat sequential-shift, four-speed automatic. The powertrain helps the xB keep pace with most cars on the road. The softly tuned suspension means the xB isn’t a sports car. But on the other hand, its around-town comfort may be best in class. Inside, the engineers have added more insulation and sound-deadening material to make the xB a quieter box. And it worked: This car is very refined for its price tag. So much so, one PM senior staffer just added a new xB to his garage. And that’s a strong endorsement of this car’s virtues.