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Old 02-05-2010, 12:03 PM
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Default No Toyota For Me

Toyota has built their brand by offering reliable cars, which hold up long-term and have great resale value. But facts are facts, and I wouldn't go anywhere near a Toyota right now. I don't feel the company has been forthright with the public. They denied for quite some time that there was a problem with sudden acceleration. Then they claimed that the problem was with the floor mats. Now just as quickly they are certain that the problem is with one manufacturer who built a defective gas pedal. Meanwhile I read that some attorney's who have been investigating this problem for possible litigation suspect the problem is with the computer module that controls acceleration. My understanding is that is an extremly expensive repair.

Now a serious braking problem has surfaced on the Prius. These are not minor safety issues. I think the wise buyer lets someone else prove whether or not Toyota is now building safe products.

Finally, for every model Toyota builds, there are outstanding alternatives. I suggest you consider those rather than wondering about your brakes or acceleration next time you are driving on 466.