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Try Toyota's Hybrid Technology Before You Buy

Did you know you can rent a Toyota directly from Rice Toyota?

Rice Toyota Rent a Car utilizes only the latest model Toyota and Scion vehicles, making it a superior rental experience.

-Service Replacement Vehicle - Drive away in the latest model Toyota or Scion while yours is being serviced at the dealership.

-Insurance Replacement Vehicle – Is your vehicle being repaired at the body shop? Ask your dealer about a Toyota rental vehicle as a temporary replacement vehicle.

-Try Before you Buy – Test-drive a new Toyota or Scion model before your next lease or purchase.

-Rent to save miles on an upcoming lease expiration.

-Enjoy a long weekend getaway in a current Toyota or Scion model.

-Rent a comfortable, roomy Toyota or Scion for out-of-town guests or a business trip.

-Experience Groundbreaking technology, like Toyota’s Hybrid Synergy Drive.

Check out the new Toyota and Scion models at your nearest Toyota Rent a Car dealership location.
Quality Vehicles, Convenient Locations, Competitive Rates

Unlike other rental companies, Toyota Rent a Car is Toyota dealer based. This means that not only do you have an opportunity to rent the latest Toyota and Scionmodels at very competitive rates, but you also get the quality customer service of a conveniently located Toyota dealer who wants to make you a customer for life.

In addition, every TRAC rental comes with complimentary 24-hour Roadside Assistance, covering mechanical breakdown, fluid delivery, tire changes, jump starts, lockout service and towing - More reason to feel secure renting a TRAC vehicle—and more evidence that your complete satisfaction is our goal

Save Gas by Changing Your Driving Habits

Applying the following simple driving techniques, says Toyota, can help improve fuel efficiency.

• Avoid quick acceleration. The faster you accelerate, the more fuel your vehicle uses. Moderate acceleration saves fuel and money.

• Avoid unnecessary braking. Releasing the gas pedal and coasting when possible, rather than braking suddenly, means you’ll be squeezing every kilometre out of your fuel.

• Stay within the speed limits and drive at a steady pace. Fuel consumption increases dramatically at speeds greater than 100 kilometres an hour.

• Maintain your vehicle and regularly check your tire pressure. Your vehicle can’t perform at its maximum efficiency unless it is kept in good working condition.

• Don’t haul more than you need. Less junk to carry means less fuel needed to move the vehicle.

• Plan your route. Whenever possible, combining several short trips into one can help reduce your total distance travelled and fuel consumed.

Greensboro Symphony Rice Toyota Chamber Series

Here is a link to the Classical Voice of North Carolina and their review of the Friday, April 3, 2009 Greensboro Symphony Rice Toyota Chamber Series performance.

Consumer Alert: How to Prevent Catalytic Converter Theft

The theft of catalytic converters from SUVs and Trucks is reaching epidemic proportions in the United States. The precious metals used in the catalytic converters can be sold to unscrupulous scrap metal dealers. A replacement catalytic converter costs between $1000-$2000. Here are some things you can do to prevent your vehicle from being an easy target.


How To Prevent Catalytic Converter Theft-Edmunds.com

There are a few options that may help prevent this type of theft. Some mechanics suggest welding the heads on the catalytic converter bolts — or simply shearing them off.

The aftermarket has responded by designing products to deter and prevent catalytic converter theft. The idea behind such devices is that if it takes too long to make the steal, the thieves will move on to easier pickings. The CatClamp, for example, which starts at $225, is a hard-to-defeat cage installed around the catalytic converter. This product can be installed by a mechanic or at home with an included specialized tool and is backed by a money-back guarantee.

While most owners don't give much thought to their catalytic converter, those with vehicles high off the ground might want to think twice. It's always wiser to park in well-lit or protected public parking lots, and to park your car in your home garage if possible. Owners whose vehicles have easy clearance underneath might want to take it a step further with an aftermarket product. Taking these precautionary measures will hopefully deter thieves and keep your car running smoothly.