What Dog-Friendly Features Do Toyota Vehicles Have?

2018 Toyota RAV4, Highlander, Prius v, and Sienna Dog-Friendly Features

Do you like to take your dog on weekend adventures?  If you do, or if you’re thinking about taking your best friend for a spin, then you should check a few safety items beforehand. 

Besides telling your dog to jump in and pick a spot there’s features on the inside of the vehicle that can go a long way towards making everyone safe and comfortable.  We have listed some of the pet-friendly features of Toyota vehicles like the RAV4 crossover, Highlander SUV and Sienna minivan. Toyota says Let's Go Places - with Pets!

Dog-Friendly Features of Toyota Models

Some vehicle features that make the drive more comfortable for dogs include:

• A low height to enter the vehicle.
• A rear liftgate or hatch.
• Climate control in the rear.
• Spaciousness.
• Seats that fold flat.
• Childproof windows and doors.
• Storage options that keep your items out of the way of your pet.
• Interior build to last that is stain resistant and easy to clean.

Don't forget to pack plenty of water, clean towels, blankets, pet food, clean bowls and plastic bags for pet waste and trash clean up.

You may enjoy having your pet in your lap or seeing your dog hang out of the window but you should keep your pet harnessed or secured as much as possible so they don’t distract you and risk injury while you are driving.

2018 Toyota RAV4 (Small SUV): Shop Now

Remote power liftgate, fold-down seats in back, dual zone climate control, available cargo net system.

2018 Toyota Highlander (Midsize SUV): Shop Now

Rear liftgate, spacious area in back, fold-down seats.

2018 Toyota Sienna (Minivan): Shop Now

The most spacious interior of these vehicles, three-zone automatic climate control with air filter, rear fold-down seats, available cargo storage compartment.

2018 Toyota Prius v (Hybrid Wagon): Shop Now

A major edge of the Prius v, a wagon, is how low the rear is to the ground, giving your dog an easy entrance point; plus you have a liftgate, fold-down seats.

Find a Vehicle That Suites Your Needs, Fits Your Budget and Supports a Pet Friendly Lifestyle at Toyota of Tampa Bay

We carry a wide variety of Toyota vehicles at Toyota of Tampa Bay, a new Toyota and certified pre-owned vehicle dealership located at 1101 E Fletcher Ave just 20 minutes from anywhere in Tampa Bay.  We also offer door-to-door delivery to surrounding Florida cities including Wesley Chapel, Lutz, Temple Terrace, Brandon, Riverview, Carollwood, Bradenton and Orlando.  For additional information on special events or current finance offers on vehicles in stock, call us at 813-933-6402, visit us on the lot, or check back here at the official Toyota of Tampa Bay Blog. 

The Public Auction Event - This Sunday Only!

Attention, you are about to read an important message from our Department of Vehicle Sales!

Toyota of Tampa Bay will be selling over 200 cars, trucks, vans, SUVs and more at wholesale price - many with no reserve - for one day only!

This event will open to the public for a limited time, on Sunday, December 17, with onsite registration beginning at 11am.  No dealers or wholesalers, please.

Plus, lenders will be available for instant approval!

But that's not all! Fill out the contact form online at: Public Auction Registration Page to pre-register for Toyota of Tampa Bay's Wholesale Auction Event  and receive an additional $250 off our best price!

Gobble Up Amazing Black Friday Specials!

Gobble up these amazing Black Friday specials!

Once the platters are cleared from Thanksgiving, it's time to get your Toyotathon on! Get your fill of sweet savings at Toyota of Tampa Bay this month. We're celebrating the holiday season with a cheerful burst on specials in honor of the annual Toyotathon. Check out our new inventory—like the completely redesigned 2018 Camry—to get your engines revving. Plus, the first 20 people who purchase or lease a vehicle on Black Friday will receive a $250 Amazon gift card to use for holiday shopping!

• New 2018 Camry SE: Lease for $179/month for 36 months1
• New 2018 Corolla LE: Lease for $149/month for 36 months2
• New 2018 RAV4 XLE: Lease for $199/month for 36 months3
• New 2018 C-HR XLE: Lease for $249/month for 36 months4
• New 2018 Tacoma SR5 V6 Double Cab: Lease for $249/month for 36 months5

Head on over to our new car showroom or shop now online at: Toyota of Tampa Bay Black Friday Specials

Make A Difference For Hundreds Of Animals During The ‘Just One Day’ Pet Adoption Event!

Morgan Auto Group / Just One Day Adoption

Eleven Morgan Auto Group dealerships are partnering with The New Barker and local shelters and rescues to present “Just One Day“, an event to promote pet adoption. The animal adopt-a-thon kicks off on June 11 at 11 AM and continues until 2 PM.

Why “Just One Day”? In America, around 1.5 million potential pets are euthanized in shelters across the nation. Just One Day inspires the US to become a “No Kill Nation” for one day out of the year, helping people adopt a pet and potentially saving the lives of hundreds or even thousands of companion animals.

Pet Adoption Success Story

While many Morgan Group employees have dogs and cats they consider family, none are more visible than John Marazzi, managing partner of Brandon Honda and Sun Toyota, and his famous furry friends, Zeus and Athena.

“My dogs Zeus and Athena both came from local animal shelters, and they have been wonderful companions…We at Morgan Auto Group are committed to bringing awareness to the problem of overcrowding at animal shelters and making pet adoptions readily available in our surrounding communities,” says Marazzi of his inspiration for partnering with Just One Day.

Where To Find Your New Four-Legged Friend

Excited about finding a “fur-ever” home for one of the hundreds of adoptable animals available? Visit any of these locations and pick out your new pet!

There’s even a few breed-specific rescue organizations if you’re looking for a specific make or model of dog. All pre-owned pets go through a multi-point inspection that includes spaying/neutering, up-to-date shots, and a clean bill of health!

DEALERSHIPS ORGANIZATIONS 

BMW of Sarasota
5151 Clark Rd., Sarasota 34233
Manatee County Animal ServicesTender Hearts Charities

Brandon Honda
9209 East Adamo Drive, Tampa 33619
Florida Poodle RescuePug Rescue of Florida

Ford of Port Richey
10715 U.S. 19, Port Richey, FL 34668
Dalmatian Rescue of Tampa BayElizabeth Animal Rescue Sanctuary (E.A.R.S.)

Gainesville Buick and GMC
2101 N. Main St., Gainesville, FL 32609
Alachua County Humane SocietySecond Chance Rescue

Honda of Gainesville
3801 N. Main St., Gainesville, FL 32609
Gainesville Pet Rescue 

Honda of Ocala
1800 SW College Rd., Ocala, FL 34471 SPCA of Ocala, with special guest Molly, the dog who helped change the animal abuser law in Marion County, now known as “Molly’s Law”

MINI of Wesley Chapel
26645 SR 56, Wesley Chapel, FL 33544
Lost AngelsOn The Wings Of Angels Rescue (OWAR)
Pasco County Animal Services

Rountree Moore Ford Lincoln
2588 West US Hwy 90, Lake City, FL 32055
Humane Society of Lake City (dogs and cats) 

Sun Toyota
3001 U.S. 19, Holiday, FL 34691
Skyway DachshundVenice Doberman Rescue
VIP Rescue Florida

Toyota of Tampa Bay
1101 E. Fletcher Ave., Tampa, FL 33612
Maxx & Me Rescue
Husky Haven
Furever Yours Pet Rescue

Volkswagen of Gainesville
3737 N. Main St, Gainesville, FL 32609
Helping Hands Pet Rescue 

Bonus: Pet Food Drive

Whether you’re on the market for a new fluffy friend or you’re not ready to take home a gently used new-to-you pet, don’t forget to bring pet food for our food drive.

Unopened bags and/or cans of dog, puppy, cat, and kitten food will be accepted at each dealerships with the hopes of filling up a truck at each location.

Morgan Auto Group is proud to partner with The New Barker for a great cause like Just One Day. Special thanks also goes out to TampaPets.org !

Everyone could use more puppy dog eyes and kitty kisses in their lives. Join us on June 11th for “Just One Day” to make a big difference in the lives of hundreds of loving animals through pet adoption!

Toyota of Tampa Bay To Select Its 7th Annual Perfect Car For Perfect Attendance Winner From 15 Eligible Students

The Morgan Automotive Group dealership will be hosting its 7th Annual Perfect Car For Perfect Attendance Giveaway Event on Saturday, June 4, 2017 inside its showroom located at 1101 E. Fletcher Ave in Tampa, FL. Toyota of Tampa Bay will be giving out 15 keys to qualifying Hillsborough County students for a chance to take home this year's grand prize, a 2017 Toyota Yaris iA.

Toyota of Tampa Bay today announced that it will be hosting its 7th Annual Perfect Car For Perfect Attendance Event at its dealership located at 1101 E. Fletcher Ave. in Tampa FL.  The event will feature complimentary valet parking, a light breakfast, and opportunities to win prizes every 30 minutes.  Registration to participate in the live drawings will start at 10:00a.m. The winner of the 2017 Toyota Yaris grand prize will also be announced at the event.

"We are very excited about this year's Perfect Car For Perfect Attendance event.  Not only will we be giving away a brand-new car, we will also have surprises and multiple giveaways for everyone attending," said Mark Schols, General Manager at Toyota of Tampa Bay.

Now in its seventh year, the Perfect Car for Perfect Attendance Giveaway began in 2011 as a partnership between Toyota of Tampa Bay and the Hillsborough School District to encourage better attendance among students. 

The grand prize will be chosen with a live drawing from 15 eligible Hillsborough County students.  These 15 students will receive car keys, 5 of which were previously presented to students with perfect K – 12 attendance during the Hillsborough County School Board recognition event held on Tuesday, May 9th. These 5 finalists were also awarded $500 scholarships and HP laptops.

The other 10 students will be eligible based on a previous drawing, also held at the event.  These students will enter using tickets representing the number of years of perfect attendance in high school, giving students with more years of perfect attendance higher odds of winning.

About Morgan Automotive Group

Morgan Auto Group, one of the largest, privately held automotive dealer groups in the nation, recently ranked in the top 50 by Automotive News.

Through its 25 dealerships, the Tampa-based business offers 15 unique brands from Honda to Lamborghini, with new, certified pre-owned, and quality used vehicles available for lease or purchase. These retail locations also sell car parts and service contracts along with maintenance and repair services.

The company's famous slogan, "When You Make It Morgan, We Make It Happen" is the basis for all customer service, branding, promotions, and other key operations at its 25 locations from Columbia, Missouri to Naples, Florida.

TOYOTATHON is ON at Toyota of Tampa Bay!

Head to our website now for all of our Toyotathon specials! 

(813) 933-6402 

6th Annual Perfect Attendance Giveaway

Winner of a 2016 Scion xB to be announced at the 6th Annual Perfect Attendance Giveaway – June 5th at Toyota of Tampa Bay

TAMPA, FL – June 5, 2016 – Toyota of Tampa Bay, a member of the Morgan Automotive Group, will announce the winner of the 6th Annual Perfect Attendance Giveaway on the afternoon of Sunday, June 5, at its dealership at 1101 E. Fletcher Ave.

The top prize of a brand new 2016 Scion xB will go to one lucky Hillsborough County senior with a perfect attendance record during his or her spring semester. Parents will also have the opportunity to register to win a brand new MacBook Air on the day of the event. 

Registration begins at 11:30 am, and prizes will be drawn from 1:30pm onwards. Food and beverages will be provided for those in attendance.

Now in its sixth consecutive year, the partnership between Toyota of Tampa Bay and Hillsborough County Public Schools encourages local high school students to demonstrate their commitment to education by having perfect attendance in their final year.

Hillsborough County school board members will be present to assist in the giveaway. They will join Morgan Automotive Group owners Larry Morgan and Brett Morgan in announcing the winner of the Perfect Car for Perfect Attendance Giveaway.