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Did you know that Toyota:

  • Is principally responsible for bringing fuel-saving hybrid technology into the American mainstream?
  • Ranked a close second to Honda on the Union of Concerned Scientists’ most recent scorecard of automaker environmental performance?
  • Is actively lobbying against the Senate Energy Bill provision that would strengthen U.S. fuel economy standards to 35 miles per gallon by 2020?

That’s right, Toyota has joined in efforts by the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers to scuttle the Senate-passed 35 miles per gallon fuel economy standard! These sensible standards would ensure that current, cost-effective technologies are used to provide U.S. drivers the fuel-efficient choices in cars, SUVs, minivans, and pickups they deserve.

Tell new Toyota USA President Shigeru Hayakawa that he can’t have it both ways. Either Toyota is an environmentally responsible company willing to support sensible fuel economy standards that would save Americans $25 billion each year—or it is merely another corporation willing to compromise our fiscal, environmental, and energy security for its own interests.

Please make your letter personal. Let Toyota know if you are a current customer. Let them know if you drive a hybrid vehicle. Let them know if you’re considering purchasing a Toyota in the future. Every letter makes a difference, but customized letters have the greatest effect!



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