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Our daring and dependable DNA has been passed down for generations. It's grown in strength, explored every continent, and conquered impossible obstacles. Now it's time for the latest evolution of our fearless legacy. Introducing the all-new 2022 Tundra. Our most powerful, most capable, and most advanced body-on-frame truck ever. Crawl Control Available on TRD Pro and TRD Off-Road Packages, Tundra’s next-generation Crawl Control (CRAWL) * system helps you smoothly and quietly take on tough terrain. With the simple press of a button, this advanced system automatically modulates the throttle and brakes on five low-speed settings, so you can keep your focus on navigating across difficult terrain. Multi-Terrain Select When you’re in the thick of it, this available system helps regulate wheelspin by automatically adjusting the engine throttle and traction control. In 4x4 low and high range, a quick turn of the dial toggles between terrain modes: Mud, Sand, Rock, Mogul (i-FORCE only), or Auto (i-FORCE MAX only). Electronically Locking Rear Differential Tundra’s available electronically locking rear differential for TRD Pro and TRD Off-Road Packages evenly distributes engine power to both rear wheels. Once the system is engaged, both rear wheels move at the same speed and provide more grip in low-traction conditions. Click here to shop the 2022 Tundra

MILITARY REBATE PROGRAM For everything you give, we want to give something back. RECOGNIZING THOSE WHO SERVE Inspired by your courage and commitment, we are offering a $750 rebate to eligible U.S. military personnel.* Because the sacrifices don't stop at the front lines we are also extending our Military Rebate offer to household members of eligible U.S. military personnel, including Gold Star families. Click here to browse inventory. MILITARY INCENTIVE PROGRAM Our special $750 Military Rebate offer is available to: • U.S. military personnel • Household members of eligible U.S. military personnel (including Gold Star families) • U.S. military retirees • U.S. military veterans (within 2 years of discharge) This rebate can be used toward any new Toyota vehicle purchased or leased through your dealer and Toyota Financial Services.* MILITARY REBATE OFFER TERMS To take advantage of the rebate, you must: • Provide verifiable proof of military status or active service at the time of purchase: • Leave and Earning Statement OR • Military ID card OR • DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty • Receive a qualifying salary • Receive credit approval by Toyota Financial Services through a Toyota dealer Click here to apply for financing Military $750 $750 rebate offered by Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. and may be applied toward finance or lease contracts on new Toyota vehicles through participating Toyota Dealers and Toyota Financial Services, dated from 08-02-2022 through 09-06-2022. To qualify for the rebate, at the time of purchase or lease you must (1) be in current active duty status in the U.S. military (Navy, Army, Air Force, Marines, National Guard, Coast Guard and active Reserve) OR a U.S. military inactive reserve (i.e., Ready Reserve) that is part of the individual Ready Reserve, Selected Reserve and Inactive National Guard; OR a retiree of the U.S. military, OR a military veteran within two years of their discharge date; OR a household member of an eligible U.S. military personnel, including Gold Star family members; AND (2) provide verifiable proof of military status or active service; (3) receive a salary sufficient to cover ordinary living expenses and payment for your new vehicle; and (4) receive credit approval from and execute a finance or lease contract through a participating Toyota dealer and Toyota Financial Services. Not all applicants will qualify. On lease contracts, rebate must be applied toward the Amount Due at Lease Signing or toward the Capitalized Cost Reduction. On finance contracts, rebate must be applied toward the Down Payment. Limit one rebate per finance or lease transaction per eligible U.S. military personnel or eligible household member. Offer not combinable with the College Graduate Rebate Program, and the Lease-End Refi Program. Vehicle must be taken out of dealer stock. Terms, conditions and restrictions apply. Program is not available in AL, FL, GA, HI, NC, and SC. Rebate terms may be more generous in your local area. Ask your participating dealer about the military rebate terms in your area. Must pay sales tax. Void where prohibited by law. Not redeemable for cash. ©2021 Toyota Financial Services. All rights reserved. Toyota Financial Services is a service mark used by Toyota Motor Credit Corporation (TMCC). Retail installment accounts may be owned by TMCC or its securitization affiliates and lease accounts may be owned by Toyota Lease Trust (TLT) or its securitization affiliates. TMCC is the servicer for accounts owned by TMCC, TLT, and their securitization affiliates. You must meet all of these conditions: Be in current active duty status in the U.S. Military (Navy, Army, Air Force, Marines, National Guard, Coast Guard and active Reserve) OR a U.S. Military inactive reserves (i.e., Ready Reserves) that are part of the Individual Ready Reserve, Selected Reserve and Inactive National Guard; OR A Military retiree within two years of retirement or honorably discharged veteran of the U.S. Military within two year of their honorable discharge date; OR a Household member* of an eligible U.S. Military personnel; AND Provide verifiable proof of military status or active service at the time of purchase in the form of one of the following documentations: Leave and Earning Statement Military Identification Card Veterans/Retirees DD Form-214 Receive a salary sufficient to cover ordinary living expenses and payments for your Toyota Be credit approved by TFS. *Household member(s):- Household and/or family member of the qualified Military personnel living at the same address as the qualified Military personnel. An eligible service member and his or her household may reside in permanent or temporary housing. - Gold star family members are family members of a fallen hero(s) and are also considered as household and/or family member and are eligible for this program. ToyotaCare covers normal factory scheduled maintenance for 2 years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first. 24-hour roadside assistance is also included for 2 years and unlimited miles. The new vehicle cannot be part of a rental or commercial fleet, or a livery/taxi vehicle. See Toyota dealer for details and exclusions. Roadside assistance does not include parts and fluids, except emergency fuel delivery.

A driver at the Mobil gas station, Said, said “it's a very lucky day. Any day is lucky when you get free gas. Totally unexpected.” Passport Auto Group shared the locations of the gas stations for their one-day event on Instagram. The gas stations included a Shell station, a Citgo station located in Camp Springs, Maryland, and a Mobil station in Alexandria, Virginia. • Employees of Team Passport, including President Everett Hellmuth and Vice President Jay Klein, pumped gas and distributed water and tips on how to save money on gas. Below are ten money-saving tips at the gas pump: • Check your tires: Make sure your tires are properly inflated. • Studies show that 20% to 30% of a vehicle's fuel consumption is tire-related. • Buy gas early or late in the day: Gas is cooler and more dense earlier in the day. As temperatures rise, gas density falls, and you get less of it when you pump. Drive at optimized speeds if possible: Cars are optimized for fuel efficiency at speeds between 55 and 65 mph, but always abide by the speed limit. • Cruise control: Use cruise control to maintain a steady and constant speed over long distances. Preserve gas: Turn off your vehicle when waiting; excess idling can waste gas. • Don’t carry extra weight: The more you carry around in your car or trunk, the more fuel you will burn transporting it. Glide in and out of your stops: Abrupt increasing and decreasing can have a real impact on your gas consumption. • Ask about cash savings: Look for stations that provide discounts for paying in cash (not debit) instead of credit; the stations save on credit card fees and pass the savings directly to you. • Download a gas app: Using one can sometimes save you more than $0.20 per gallon. • Acquire a gas rewards credit card: Many pay you back anywhere from 6-8% of your gas purchases. Visit Passport Auto Group’s Instagram page here to see a video on their free gas day event, and follow them to learn more ways they support the local community. Passport Auto Group is proud to support their local community throughout the year through their Passport Cares program.

This back-to-school season, more than 450 Toyota dealerships are coming together with Kids In Need Foundation (KINF) for the inaugural Big Summer Giveback – all to make sure students are prepared for school. From August 1-31, 2022, Toyota will donate $3.00 to KINF for every paid oil change using Genuine Toyota Motor Oil with a tire rotation at participating Toyota Service Centers, with a guaranteed minimum donation of $500,000. Toyota is also promoting equity in education through an additional fundraiser during the month from customers who would like to contribute more, collecting donations at www.kinf.org/toyota. “We are thrilled to partner with Toyota on this initiative, knowing that so many students across the country will start the year with the supplies they need to learn,” said Corey Gordon, CEO of KINF. “Not only does this ease the burden on teachers to provide supplies in under-resourced schools, but it also generates greater awareness to the general public of the need for equitable learning environments in our underserved communities across the country.” From Boston to Charlotte to Los Angeles to Portland, tens of thousands of students will receive a new backpack full of essential school supplies through KINF’s Supply A Student program. Nearly 40 dealerships have committed to $10,000 donations in their community, ensuring that local students will start the school year strong with new supplies. “Toyota joins KINF in its belief that every child in America should have equal opportunity and access to a quality education,” said Mark Nazario, vice president, Guest Experience and Retention, Toyota Motor North America. “By partnering with teachers and students in under-resourced schools, KINF provides the support needed for teachers to teach and learners to learn.” In the schools served by Kids In Need Foundation, nearly 2 out of 3 students arrive on the first day of school without the supplies they need to learn. KINF is the only national nonprofit that strategically focuses its efforts in schools in the nation’s most underserved communities, those with a student enrollment of 70% or more eligible to receive free or reduced meals through the National School Lunch Program (NSLP). For more information about the KINF and its programs, please visit www.kinf.org.

The 2022 RAV4 redefines what it means to be a future-forward SUV. Take a look at what sets it apart from competitors like the 2022 Ford Escape. Click here to browse our RAV4 inventory.

SUMMER MAINTENANCE SPECIAL Service Includes: • Oil & Filter Change (up to 5 qts. of oil) • Tire Rotation • Replace Front Wiper Blades • Multi-Point Inspection $89.95 conventional or $109.95 synthetic Click here to schedule service. See dealer associate for details. Plus tax and shop fees. Some models higher. Must present coupon when order is written. Not valid with any other coupon or advertised special, except multi-point inspection. Toyotas only.

Passport Toyota Alternate Transportation Passport Toyota offers alternate transportation while you wait for your vehicle to be serviced. Whether you need to get back home or drive to work, Passport Toyota provides many transportation options based on availability, service time, and location: LOANER: If a loaner car is available, Passport Mazda will provide a car for the time necessary to service your vehicle. RENTAL: If loaners are not available, Passport Toyota will connect you with a local car rental based on availability. RIDE-SHARE: Passport Toyota offers ride-sharing options for service customers, such as Uber or Lyft. For qualifying repairs*, we offer complimentary rides within 10 miles of the dealership! *min. $100.00 repair/ maintenance or covered repair under warranty Click here to schedule service. The following items are required for a loaner vehicle: VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE: The driver must be at least 21 years old. No third-party drivers. Loaners will only be given to the owner of the vehicle in for service. PROOF OF INSURANCE: Must have a current and valid auto insurance card. Full coverage is required. CREDIT CARD: Must have a valid credit card. A $250.00 hold will be placed on the credit card or debit card for any incidentals. The hold will be released when the loaner vehicle is returned. Loaner Policy Terms • Area of use – Our loaner is being provided for temporary use while your vehicle is in for repairs. Our loaner must stay in a 75-mile range from the DMV area. • No Smoking – Smoking is strictly prohibited. Smoking in the vehicle will result in a $199.00 fee. • Refill fuel – Please return the loaner vehicle with the same amount of fuel at the time of check out. A $6.50 per gallon refueling fee will be assessed for any fuel that is not replaced. • Return on time – Please return our loaner by 9am following the day of completion of repairs or estimate provided for your vehicle. A late fee of $75.00 per day will applied for vehicles not returned on time. • Parking/Red light/Speeding cameras – Tickets received while using a loaner vehicle are the customer’s responsibility. You will be charged the total amount of the ticket plus a $50.00 per violation processing fee. • Mileage limitations – The maximum mileage is 100 miles per day. If this limit is exceeded there will be a charge of $1.00 per mile over the allotted amount.

Take a look as Passport Toyota goes off-road in the brand new 2022 Tundra. Toyota Tundra off-road capability Crawl Control Available on TRD Pro and TRD Off-Road Packages, Tundra’s next-generation Crawl Control (CRAWL) * system helps you smoothly and quietly take on tough terrain. With the simple press of a button, this advanced system automatically modulates the throttle and brakes on five low-speed settings, so you can keep your focus on navigating across difficult terrain. Multi-Terrain Select When you’re in the thick of it, this available system helps regulate wheelspin by automatically adjusting the engine throttle and traction control. In 4x4 low and high range, a quick turn of the dial toggles between terrain modes: Mud, Sand, Rock, Mogul (i-FORCE only) or Auto (i-FORCE MAX only). Electronically Locking Rear Differential Tundra’s available electronically locking rear differential for TRD Pro and TRD Off-Road Packages evenly distributes engine power to both rear wheels. Once the system is engaged, both rear wheels move at the same speed and provide more grip in low-traction conditions. Click here to learn more about the 2022 Tundra.

Every Toyota vehicle is supported by a 36-month/36,000-mile limited warranty coverage. But it doesn't stop there. On top of our basic coverage, we offer: Basic Coverage 36 months/36,000 miles (all components other than normal wear and maintenance items). Powertrain Coverage 60 months/60,000 miles (engine, transmission/transaxle, front-wheel-drive system, rear-wheel drive, seatbelts, and airbags). Rust-Through Coverage 60 months/unlimited miles (corrosion perforation of sheet metal). Emissions Coverage Coverages vary under Federal and California regulations. Refer to applicable Warranty & Maintenance Guide for details. For Toyota hybrid vehicles beginning with model year 2020, the hybrid (HV) battery is covered for 10 years from original date of first use or 150,000 miles, whichever comes first. Coverage is subject to the terms and conditions of your New Vehicle Limited Warranty. See Owner's Warranty and Maintenance Guide for details. Click here for more information.

Community Involvement, Sponsorship & Social Responsibility Since 1991, Passport Auto Group has been proud to serve our Washington, D.C. community with excellence in sales, service, and customer care. Philanthropy has been at the core of our enterprise since the very beginning. Collectively, the dealerships and owners have contributed over $4 million to local and international nonprofit organizations. Passport is proud to partner with many deserving charities and outreach organizations that work towards improving the lives of area residents each and every day. Regional and National Support • Alex's Army Childhood Cancer Foundation • Alexandria Seaport Foundation • Bishop Ireton High School • Brain Injury Services • Campagna Center • Carpenter’s Shelter • Central Union Mission • Blessed to Help Food Donation Program • Genesis Covenant Church vDollars for Scholars College Scholarship Fund • Key to Karma Inc. • LifeStyles of Maryland Foundation, Inc. • Maple Springs Church Food Donation Program • Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church • Prison Fellowship Angel Tree Youth Summer Camp Program • Project Bridges • Tunnels to Towers Foundation • US Paralympic • Women of Prince George's County International Support Our international philanthropy efforts focus on alleviating poverty by providing food, healthcare, shelter, and spiritual nourishment to those in need. • Africa New Life Ministries • Cross International • Food for the Poor • Helping Haitian Angels Passport's success has been a result of one-to-one relationships with our customers and our employees. With this in mind we highly encourage employees to belong to clubs, organizations or networking groups. In addition, we donate both time and money to worthy community requests to thank the community for their support and to make our community a better place to work and live. Do you work for a local non-profit organization or know of a need in our community? Click here for our team’s consideration.

The San Diego County Toyota Dealers Association (SDTDA) is kicking off the 2022 summer by celebrating the 10th anniversary of its partnership with the City of San Diego Lifeguards. The milestone anniversary recognizes Toyota as a proud community partner and their ongoing commitment to keeping communities safe, on and off the road. The SDTDA has been an integral partner of the San Diego Lifeguards since 2011, donating fleets of vehicles to the city for lifeguard rescue and operations and sponsoring the Lifeguards’ Water Safety Days program that provides education on safe practices in the water and on the beach. “Over the years, we’ve committed to equipping the City of San Diego Lifeguards with the proper vehicles to keep people safe at one of the country’s most popular beach destinations,” said Ivan Mendelson, president of the SDTDA. “It’s been a pleasure working with the City of San Diego to help promote beach safety and we look forward to continued success and growth in the years ahead.” The multi-year partnership agreement includes complimentary vehicle maintenance and service, including monthly detailing during peak summer months for each of the 35 vehicles in the current fleet. Through the TDA, the city has saved more than $3.5 million in costs by not having to purchase, maintain or service the lifeguards’ vehicle fleet over the past 10 years. “Toyota’s partnership has given us an exceptional advantage,” said San Diego Fire-Rescue Department chief Colin Stowell. “It’s a unique and beneficial relationship that allows our lifeguards to use high-performance vehicles tailored to the work they do protecting beachgoers. The City appreciates Toyota’s support and looks forward to continuing this great collaboration.” Toyota’s vehicles are off-road capable and extremely durable, built to withstand rough sand and marine environments. This year’s lineup features a variety of SUVs and pick-up trucks, including Tacoma, 4Runner and Sequoia, helping lifeguards navigate effectively and safely through soft sand and rocky beach terrains. “Our lifeguards have benefited tremendously from the vehicles Toyota has delivered over the past ten years,” said San Diego Fire-Rescue Dept. lifeguard chief James Gartland. “Toyota not only provides us with great trucks, but also features our lifeguards in local TV and radio ads, spreading the word about the critical work our team does every day.” The City’s lifeguard, fire and police departments, along with members of the SDTDA, commemorated the 10-year partnership milestone on Friday, May 27 at Ski Beach, shortly followed by the season’s first “Toyota Water Safety Day” on June 4. The annual summer program is led by public safety personnel and promotes water safety information, tips and lifeguard career opportunities for beachgoers across San Diego’s beaches. For more information on the City’s lifeguard program and Toyota Water Safety Days, please visit www.sandiego.gov/lifeguards.

The all-new 2023 Toyota Sequoia takes the best pieces of the full-size SUV’s long-established reputation and adds features that elevate performance, comfort and safety. Now assembled at Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Texas (TMMTX), this completely redesigned SUV can tow like a truck, entertain the whole family and venture off-road without skipping a beat. Here are five noteworthy traits of Toyota’s all-new 2023 Sequoia: Hybrid Efficiency Meets Powerful Performance The 2023 Sequoia is available exclusively as a hybrid. It’s not what most drivers picture when they think of an electrified vehicle, but the twin turbo V6 i-FORCE MAX powertrain is ready to shatter expectations of what a full-size hybrid SUV can do. The powertrain, sporting 437 horsepower and 583 pound-feet of torque, marries the twin-turbo V6 with an electric motor generator that resides in a housing between the engine and the 10-speed automatic transmission — optimizing the power output of the vehicle. Expected to be highly competitive in fuel economy, the 2023 Sequoia also takes advantage of its electric motor for impressive acceleration and instantaneous responsiveness, on top of efficiency. Drivers will find the Sequoia in 2WD or the available part-time 4WD system on SR5, Limited, Platinum and Capstone grades. The TRD Pro model will be offered only in 4WD. Towing in an SUV has Never Been Easier For those who feel intimidated towing a trailer in anything other than a truck, the 2023 Sequoia is here to dispel that fear. In addition to an increase in towing capacity of up to 22% over the outgoing model (up to 9,000 pounds), the SUV has a TOW/HAUL mode that engages the electric and gas motors in tandem for the ideal combination of acceleration and torque. For visibility, the standard Panoramic View Monitor displays a top-down view of the vehicle and area around it so that drivers can have full confidence in maneuvering their surroundings, while the hitch view assists with trailer connection. And the Tow Tech Package, standard on the Platinum, TRD Pro and Capstone grades, offers Trailer Backup Guide and Straight Path Assist, which helps ensure the vehicle moves in a straight line once the desired path is set by the driver. With the addition of optional power folding, extending and retracting tow mirrors, drivers will never have to question the decision to hitch their haul again. A Family-Size Interior With Features for Everyone A true family vehicle begins with seating for all. With three rows being standard on all grades and the third row offering six inches of adjustable range, the 2023 Sequoia can comfortably carry up to eight passengers on any family adventure. A segment-first Adjustable Cargo Shelf System is available that allows drivers to adjust their rear cargo and storage to meet their changing needs. Additionally, the SR5 premium package and above offers a hands-free liftgate, 120-volt power outlets throughout the cabin and cargo, and a power third row. But, as any family pilot knows, the key to a successful trip is the right entertainment, and the 2023 Sequoia provides plenty of ways to keep passengers satisfied. It connects to smartphones with either Apple CarPlay® or Android Auto™, so passengers can play their favorite music. The new SUV also features Toyota’s new audio multimedia system — with Intelligent Assistant available for easy voice control with a Drive Connect subscription* for real-time traffic, map and routing information. The available 14-inch multimedia touchscreen helps keep everything at the driver’s fingertips. If passengers opt for their own devices, Wi-Fi Connect subscription turns the vehicle into an AT&T Hotspot. The Look, Feel and Ability of an Off-Road Vehicle With the all-new TRD Off-Road Package, available only in 4WD on the SR5 and Limited models, off-road adventures come to the Sequoia line for the very first time. Featuring Bilstein monotube shock absorbers and TRD-tuned springs on the vehicle, drivers will feel surprising comfort on challenging trails, while Downhill Assist Control makes steep descents a breeze. And with CRAWL Control, off-road cruise control is possible at low speeds, so drivers can allow the system to control throttle and braking while they focus on navigating the path. The TRD Off-Road also comes with Multi-Terrain Select, which is designed to control wheel spin depending upon the terrain for better traction, and with available electronically locking rear differential, which provides additional traction during challenging 4WD Low operation. And thanks to Multi-Terrain Monitor, drivers even get a view of hard-to-see spots, so they can squeeze past obstacles and keep the fun going. The TRD Off-Road Package design also features a red front axle driveshaft, aluminum gas/brake pedals and unique 18-inch alloy wheels, so its bold look matches its fierce performance on the trail. With Toyota Safety Sense, Peace of Mind Comes Standard Whether drivers plan to use their Sequoia for towing big hauls, family road trips, or anything in between, Sequoia’s comprehensive Toyota Safety Sense system provides in the moment active driver support to help you reach your destination safely. Features like the Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection are designed to assist drivers by automatically detecting other vehicles, a cyclist in daytime and a pedestrian in low-light conditions. Additional safety features include Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, which is designed to control the distance between your vehicle and a proceeding vehicle. Meanwhile, Lane Tracing Assist is designed to keep the vehicle centered between lane markers, and Emergency Steering Assist helps stabilize the driver’s emergency evasive steering maneuvers and help prevent lane departure. The new Sequoia also includes Blind Spot Monitor, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, and Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automatic Braking, all standard on every grade. So, no matter the escapade, safety and convenience remain top of mind in every 2023 Toyota Sequoia.