News By Topic: Scion

2016 Scion iA and iM All-new For Back-to-school by Larry Nutson +VIDEO

Nov 16, 2015

By Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau Chief The Auto Channel (Scion_Family_002.jpg) Auto Central Chicago August 18, 2015; Scion, the young-driver oriented brand of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc, is bringing two new car models to market this September. The all-new 2016 Scion iA subcompact four-door sedan and t ... Continue reading

Scion iA Collects a Consumer Guide Best Buy Award

Nov 12, 2015

Scion’s iA sedan has a big trunk…and it’s going to need it to hold its recent awards. The latest accolade for Scion’s first-ever sedan is the Consumer Guide® Automotive Best Buy Award for the subcompact class. The award represents the best balance of features and value in its class. The editorsâ ... Continue reading

2016 Scion Cars Riding Wave Of Success Into Miami International Auto Show

Nov 5, 2015

MIAMI BEACH, Fla., Nov. 5, 2015 -- Car-buyers are loving the new Scion iA and iM, propelling the brand to sales records in September and October. The two new, 2016 models will ride the wave of momentum into the Miami International Auto Show, held Nov. 6-15 at the Miami Beach Convention Center. The Scion iM is a 5-door ... Continue reading

Scion Pairs Sports and Style for 2016 FR-S Release Series 2.0

Oct 30, 2015

Drivers of the 2016 Scion FR-S Release Series 2.0 will look better than ever in the most stylish version of the sports car ever offered. The new FR-S Release Series 2.0 comes with luxurious appointments and premium features, and with just 1,000 vehicles available, it’s the most elusive and exclusive Scion Release ... Continue reading

Letter from Europe - Acura RDX, Kia Sorento, Chrysler 300, Scion iA

Oct 21, 2015

by Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief The Auto ChannelM/p> If you go to a concert at the Greek theatre in Berkeley you need a suitable automobile. A car which is pianissimo when driven slowly, fortissimo when maximum acceleration is required and is a pleasure to drive at all times. Especially if the occasion is Beetho ... Continue reading

Toyota Recalls Certain Vehicles for Power Window Master Switch

Oct 21, 2015

<pre> •2007 and 2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid •2009-2011 Corolla •2008-2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid •2009-2011 Matrix •2006-2011 RAV4 •2009-2011 Sequoia •2009-2011 Tundra •2006-2010 Yaris •2009-2011 Scion xB •2009-2010 Scion xD </pre> ... Continue reading

7 Reasons Scion Is Celebrating This Fall + VIDEO

Oct 16, 2015

Sure, Scion was under the radar for awhile, but with the iM and iA now on sale, things are definitely looking up. Here are seven reasons we’re feeling good right now: ... Continue reading

Kelley Blue Book Names 2016 Best Buy Award Finalists

Oct 13, 2015

Premier Awards Honor Best Vehicle Choices Available in U.S. Market, Recognizing 49 Finalists Consisting of 18 Vehicle Makes in 12 Vehicle Categories Kelley Blue Book today announces the Finalists for the 2016 Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Awards, which will honor the top new model-year vehicle choices available in the U.S. ... Continue reading

World Debut of Scion Concept Car at L.A. Auto Show

Oct 6, 2015

Third New Vehicle for Scion’s Youth Brand October 06, 2015 TORRANCE, Calif. (Oct. 6, 2015) – Following the recent introduction of the Scion iM 5-door hatchback and the sporty Scion iA sedan, the youth division of Toyota is preparing to further expand its lineup with a third all-new vehicle, beginning in 2017. ... Continue reading

2016 SCION iM and iA First Look and Drive by Steve Purdy +VIDEO

Oct 4, 2015

By Steve Purdy The Auto Channel Michigan Bureau Toyota added the Scion brand to its portfolio about a dozen years ago to sate the appetite for an affordable line of entry level cars appealing to young, often first-time, buyers. The goal was to please them enough that they would graduate to the myriad of Toyota products ... Continue reading

Toyota's September 2015 Sales Conference Notes

Oct 2, 2015

Joining us and speaking today will be: Bill Fay, Group Vice President and General Manager of the Toyota Division Jeff Bracken, Group Vice President and General Manager of the Lexus Division And also joining us for the first time today is: Andrew Gilleland, Vice President of Scion Division ... Continue reading

Scion Checks the Box With Final xB Special Edition Model

Sep 28, 2015

As Scion’s iconic box, the xB, ends its run, Scion is taking the road less traveled to a place where the mountains meet the streets. Scion has partnered with 686, the snowboard technical apparel company, to create the xB 686 Parklan Edition. Starting today, a total of 686 xB special edition models are available fo ... Continue reading

New Products, Previous Player - Scion Introduces New Vice President

Sep 24, 2015

Andrew Gilleland Returns to Youth Brand TORRANCE, CA -- Sept. 24, 2015: In the early days of Scion, when xAs and xBs were flying out of dealers’ showrooms, Andrew Gilleland was the National Field Operations Manager for the youth brand. He was responsible for working with dealers to ensure they embraced the new pro ... Continue reading

2016 Scion iA and iM Preview by Carey Russ +VIDEO

Sep 18, 2015

Newest models from Toyota...can't go wrong with a Mazda! DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS Big changes are happening at Scion. Since its debut in California a dozen years ago as Toyota's youth-oriented entry-level division, Scion has become nationwide, and has also moved into Canada. The original xA hatchback and x ... Continue reading

Scion Brings the 'Weird' with James Franco and Jaleel White

Sep 14, 2015

Scion has always been a little weird. With no-haggle pricing, standard premium features and cars shaped like toasters, Scion has proudly done things differently. Now, actors James Franco, Jaleel White, and an inflatable tube man take the all-new Scion iM and iA for a spin in the brand’s newest ad campaign, titled ... Continue reading