Charles Barker Toyota

When Japanese automaker Toyota first introduced the Prius to the general public, the message was clear: The hybrid is mainstream, and it's here to stay. And once the car-buying masses started opting for the fuel-sipping Prius more and more, it became clear to other automakers they'd need to fire back.

And fire back they did. Specifically, Chevy released a plug-in hybrid called the Volt, which even we'll admit is an impressive feat…

We here at Charles Barker Toyota can never keep track of the price of gas. It seems like it's a rollercoaster that takes people's wallets for a ride when the time comes to fill up their tank. One thing that we can count on, however, is that as this trend of rising prices continues, drivers in the greater Virginia Beach area and beyond will continue to look for fuel-efficient alternatives to their current…

Mark our words... Toyota is turning the hybrid from niche class into a mainstream must-have, and they're starting in Detroit. The Japanese automaker recently revealed a new concept for a plug-in hybrid at the 2012 North American International Auto Show, and it was more than enough to make everyone here at Charles Barker Toyota do a double take!

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I just wanted to take a few moments to talk about the 2012 Camry. I, myself, purchased?

If you like the fuel economy of the Prius, but wish that it packed a little more edge, you may want to take a look at the Toyota Prius G. The new model from Toyota is actually based on the current S trim of the current original Toyota Prius, but it manages to shed its old image in favor of something a little more youth-oriented. The only problem with the Prius G that we here…

Starting this year, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) launched a new regiment of stricter tests with a higher bar for success than ever before. This might have most automakers worried, but the people at Toyota know that their mid-size Camry isn't like most other competing models on the road today. Rather, the Camry packs the lauded Toyota Star Safety System, and it proved to be quite an asset in this year's…

Continuing the trend of trucks inspired by extreme sports, we here at Charles Parker Toyota would like to turn your attention to the Ultimate Motocross Truck, which the Japanese automaker recently displayed at its SEMA booth. While the Oakley Surf Tacoma was inspired by the Toyota Tacoma, this tricked-out truck was inspired by the larger Toyota Tundra, which makes sense as it's designed to carry large bikes, which weigh considerably more than surf boards…

No matter how prepared you think you are for a long day of riding waves at the beach, Toyota is always one step ahead, and the Oakley Surf Tacoma is the ultimate proof! Toyota recently took some time to show off the one-of-a-kind take on the 2012 Toyota Tacoma at the 2011 SEMA Show, and to say that we here at Charles Barker Toyota were impressed would be a serious understatement.

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The wait is finally over; the all new 2012 Toyota Tacoma is finally here at Charles Barker Toyota and it's ready to be taken for a test drive today! The Tacoma is the Japanese automaker's best-selling pickup truck in America today, and that's only one of the reasons why we love it. Another reason to love the Tacoma? The new special edition that was recently shown off State Fair of Texas in…

In an effort to keep things current, Toyota is launching a new infotainment service called Entune, and we here at Charles Barker Toyota couldn't be more excited! This new service promises to deliver a safe, fun driving experience to those who are behind the wheel of a model that has it equipped. Originally, the vehicles set to include Entune at launch included the forthcoming 2012 Prius v, as well as in the all-new 2012…