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Two First-Production 2022 Toyota Tundras Auctioned at Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Help Raise More Than $1.2 Million for Toyota U.S. Paralympic Fund

PLANO, Texas (Jan. 31, 2022) – Toyota auctioned two of the first i-FORCE MAX Tundras at Barrett-Jackson in Scottsdale, Arizona, over the weekend, resulting in more than $1.2 million going to benefit the Toyota U.S. Paralympic Fund.

The Toyota Tundra Capstone with VIN 001 sold for $700,000. The Toyota TRD Pro with VIN 002 sold for $550,000.

The Toyota U.S. Paralympic Fund is a first-of-its-kind program launched by the company in an effort to further support Team USA’s Paralympic athletes as they pursue their sport dreams. To date, more than 430 U.S. Paralympic athletes and hopefuls have received direct support from the Fund, with contributions from across the country, including from Toyota dealerships. With proceeds from the Toyota auctions at Barrett-Jackson, the Toyota U.S. Paralympic Fund has now raised more than $4.9 million.

U.S. Paralympian Kaitlyn Verfuerth, who received support from the Toyota U.S. Paralympic Fund, joined Toyota on the auction block both nights.

“I never thought in my wildest dreams that I would help Toyota auction off a Tundra for $550,000!” says Verfuerth. “These funds will go directly to help Paralympic athletes train, have proper equipment and have access to the best coaching. This type of support is life-changing, and I cannot thank Toyota enough for helping me go more places than I’ve ever imagined.”

Each winning bidder will also receive:

  • A Toyota-hosted trip for two to Park City, Utah, for an exclusive program to cheer on the Team USA athletes who will be competing at the Paralympic Winter Games.
  • A Tundra engine cover signed by chief engineer Mike Sweers.
  • An exclusive framed print of the original Tundra styling sketches from Calty (Toyota’s North American design studio), signed by Calty president, Kevin Hunter, and Tundra exterior designers, Adam Rabinowitz and Chung Lee.

Vehicle specs for each truck auctioned off can be found here.

*The auction-winning vehicles will not be immediately available and will be delivered in spring of 2022.

Source Article: Toyota Newsroom

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Five Reasons You Should Buy the Next-Gen 2022 Toyota Tundra

The long-awaited redesign of the Toyota Tundra is finally here, as the 2022 Toyota Tundra will usher in the next generation of Toyota’s most reliable pickup. Announced mid-fall by Toyota, the next-generation Tundra will see a complete redesign for the 2022 model year, with new engine options, better technology, and a more comfortable ride. If hearing “all-new Toyota Tundra” wasn’t enough to get you motivated to buy, here are five more reasons you should purchase an all-new 2022 Toyota Tundra here at Lithia Toyota of Abilene.

All-New Engine Options

One of the most notable things about the all-new 2022 Toyota Tundra is the replacement of the old V8 powerplant, with a modern, highly efficient twin-turbo V6 engine.

This change may come as a shock to most truck owners and Toyota enthusiasts, as Toyota is the first full-size pickup manufacturer to ditch the beefy V8 in favor of a smaller, yet more efficient, twin-turbocharged V6. The all-new twin-turbo V6 may be smaller, but it won’t be lacking power, as it is capable of outputting 389-horsepower and 479 lb.-ft. of torque.

If you’re searching for more power out of your Tundra, you can opt for the iForce MAX powertrain, which gives you 437-horsepower and 583 lb.-ft. of torque, all from a hybrid powertrain. Yes, that’s right, the Tundra will feature a hybrid option, however, it’s not like your neighbor’s Prius.

The Tundra’s hybrid powertrain consists of an electric motor that is located between the gas engine and transmission. With the hybrid powertrain, you’ll notice increased performance, better towing, peak torque for off-roading, and a smooth highway driving experience. Toyota designed their hybrid-powered Tundra so you could experience the best performance out of your vehicle at all times.

Come check out the all-new Toyota Tundra in both gas and hybrid forms, available soon here at Lithia Toyota of Abilene located in Abilene, TX. You won’t want to miss out on the all-new 2022 Toyota Tundra, so stop in Lithia Toyota of Abilene and place your preorder today!

The Most Rugged Suspension Yet

Built with off-road capability in mind, the all-new Toyota Tundra is sporting the look of a rugged off-road going truck, with the suspension to match. Toyota upgraded the Tundra’s suspension for 2022, with a newly developed dual wishbone front suspension and a new multi-link rear suspension that features coil springs and lateral control arms.

These suspension upgrades made way for an optional air suspension system, with manual and automatic level functions for full control over your air ride system. The new multi-link rear suspension system is pretty revolutionary, as Toyota did away with leaf springs and opted for upgraded coil springs, which results in a far smoother and tighter ride in the Tundra.

With the addition of lateral control arms in the rear of the vehicle, the Tundra will see increased ride comfort, lateral rigidity, and straight-line stability. For the first time on a Tundra is Toyota’s Adaptive Variable Suspension system, which automatically adjusts spring damping force in order to better respond to a variety of road and off-road conditions.

With a rugged new suspension designed to be both road-going and off-road-worthy, the all-new Toyota Tundra is a great choice if you’re looking for the best in off-road performance and daily driving capability. Stop by Lithia Toyota of Abilene today to talk about preordering your all-new 2022 Toyota Tundra.

Towing and Hauling Has Never Been This Easy

With such great engine and suspension upgrades, it’s no surprise that the all-new Toyota Tundra will see an increase in towing performance. The all-new Tundra will be capable of towing up to 12,000lbs, with an ability to haul up to 1,925lbs in the bed. Included on the all-new Tundra will be the Tow/Haul and Tow/Haul+ modes, with the latter being designed for large RVs, boats, and larger box trailers.

On top of the increase in towing and hauling capacity, the all-new Tundra will also be available with the Multi-Terrain Monitor. The Multi-Terrain Monitor allows the driver to have a view of the front, rear, and sides of their truck and their immediate surroundings. This fantastic feature makes rock crawling even the most treacherous of terrains a breeze, as it cuts out the need for reliance on spotters outside of your vehicle.

Owners of the all-new Tundra will be able to opt for a Panoramic View Monitor as well, which provides a top-down perspective of your Tundra for navigating those tight spaces while towing.

If you’re looking for the best towing and hauling capacity, look no further than the all-new 2022 Toyota Tundra. Capable of towing up to 12,000lbs and hauling up to 1,925lbs, the all-new 2022 Toyota Tundra is the premier choice for those looking for daily driving comfort and class-leading towing and hauling capacities. Preorder your all-new Toyota Tundra here at Lithia Toyota of Abilene located in Abilene, TX today!

Toyota’s All-New Multimedia System

For the 2022 model year, the Tundra will be the first of the new Toyota vehicles to take advantage of the Connected Technologies redesigned multimedia system. This all-new multimedia system can be operated via the standard 8-inch touchscreen or an available 14-inch touchscreen panel, as well as through the Human Machine Interface, meaning you can use voice commands or pinch-and-zoom gestures like you would on a cellphone to interact with your vehicle.

In addition to the multimedia screen, drivers will also have a 12.3-inch instrument panel that displays digital gauges and even allows you to customize it to show things like pitch and roll details and vehicle telemetry.

Toyota Safety Sense 2.5 is now Standard!

For 2022, the all-new Toyota Tundra will come with Toyota Safety Sense standard equipped on every trim level of the Tundra ranging from the SR all the way to the TRD Pro. This standard set of safety features includes active safety technologies like a Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control with Lane Departure Alert, Automatic High Beams, Blind Spot Monitoring, and Rear Cross-Traffic Alerts. These now-standard safety features are designed to ensure every Toyota driver is safe behind the wheel, every single time they start up that engine.

Get one of the most technologically advanced and safe Toyota vehicles ever by purchasing the all-new 2022 Toyota Tundra here at Lithia Toyota of Abilene.

Preorder Your All-New 2022 Toyota Tundra Today!

Although it was just announced this fall of 2021 by Toyota, the all-new 2022 Toyota Tundra should be coming to Lithia Toyota of Abilene sooner than later. This highly-anticipated redesign has Tundra owners and off-road enthusiasts each chomping at the bit to place their preorders for what stands to be 2022’s most notable pickup truck.

If you’re looking for the best new pickup truck on the market, look no further than the all-new, completely redesigned 2022 Toyota Tundra. Stop in Lithia Toyota of Abilene located in Abilene, TX to speak with a sales professional about placing your preorder for the all-new 2022 Toyota Tundra.

Source Article: Toyota Newsroom