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Want to win tickets to see Blackberry Smoke on Friday, September 30th? All you have to do to enter is email Sales Consultant Tony Sutphin at asutphin@miltonruben.com! Toyota Tony is giving away several pairs!!

We enjoyed our visit yesterday from Tony Sutphin's English Bulldogs, Sarge and Daisy! The pair strolled the car lot, checked out the Toyota lineup of Camrys and Corollas, and managed to make it up the stairs to our temporary Toyota sales office. Ready for your next Toyota or Scion? Call Anthony "Toyota Tony" Sutphin at 706.229.6558 to arrange for a test drive, or check out our online inventory at www.DriveBaby.com!

Toyota News Release from http://pressroom.toyota.com/releases: NEW YORK, NY, July 22, 2011 -- Toyota was named among the 40 Best Companies for Diversity by Black Enterprise. The annual list, included in the July 2011 issue of the magazine, recognizes 40 companies that have demonstrated significant representation of African Americans and other ethnic minorities in areas including supplier diversity, senior management, board of directors and total employment. Toyota was recognized for its achievements in the area of supplier diversity. This is the sixth consecutive year that Toyota has been included among the Best Companies for Diversity. The list is compiled based on the results of a comprehensive survey of the top 1,000 publicly traded companies in the United States, as well as global companies with significant U.S. operations. “At Toyota, diversity and inclusion have always been among our top priorities, and we are honored to be recognized by Black Enterprise,” said Dian Ogilvie, senior vice president and chief diversity officer at Toyota Motor North America. “We believe constant growth towards a more inclusive environment is imperative not only in developing and retaining a talented workforce, but in fostering a corporate environment that mirrors the communities in which we do business. As we remain committed to continuously improving, we will work closely with our senior managers and Diversity Advisory Board to enhance our efforts even further.” In 2001 Toyota launched its 21st Century Diversity Strategy, which set tangible diversity targets in areas including employment, procurement and dealer development. Working closely with its external Diversity Advisory Board, a seven-member board chaired by former Secretary of Labor Alexis Herman, Toyota has made strong progress, including more than doubling its annual spending with diverse suppliers. In addition, people of color now represent nearly 30 percent of Toyota’s employment. The Best Companies for Diversity is just one of Toyota’s latest recognitions for its efforts in diversity and inclusion. Other honors include: Inclusion among DiversityInc.’s Top 50 Companies for Diversity for five years Inclusion in the Human Rights Campaign "Best Places to Work Corporate Equality Index" for the past four years Induction into the Billion Dollar Roundtable, in recognition of over $1 billion in annual spending with certified ethnic and women-owned suppliers “Corporation of the Year” award from the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) “Distinguished Supplier Diversity Award” from the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) “The companies selected for distinction in this list not only demonstrated a commitment to diversity, but viewed it as a business imperative,” said Black Enterprise Careers & Lifestyle Editorial Director Sonia Alleyne. “The strength of Toyota’s network of minority suppliers enables the company to be even more competitive on a global scale.” Ready for your next Toyota or Scion? Visit our online inventory at www.DriveBaby.com, or visit us in person on Washington Road in Augusta, GA!

Jeep® Jamborees are off-road adventure weekends that bring together the outdoors, down-to-earth people, and their Jeep 4x4s. These off-road treks have a long tradition dating back to 1953 when 4x4 pioneer Mark A. Smith organized the firstever Jeep Jamboree and voyaged across the Sierra Nevada mountains by way of the old Rubicon Trail. In 1954, Willys Motors — then manufacturer of Jeep vehicles — became involved with the adventure, and Jeep Jamborees have been an off-road tradition ever since. Catch a glimpse of the experience here: Ready to check out your next Jeep Grand Cherokee, Wrangler, Compass or Liberty? Visit Milton Ruben Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram in person on Washington Road in Augusta, GA, or see our inventory online at www.DriveBaby.com.

Be sure to stop by Milton Ruben Superstore to donate blood on Wednesday, July 20th between 1:30 and 4:00. The Shepeard Community Blood Center's Blood Mobile will be on site, and you will be entered for a chance to win a trip to Myrtle Beach! Come see us on Washington Road in Augusta, GA, or visit us online at www.DriveBaby.com.

Is your car road ready? Milton Ruben Superstore shows you how to put air in your tires, check tire pressure, check your engine fluids, check tire tread depth, and what to do when the engine light comes on, using short informative videos. Tire Air Pressure Next to the brakes, the tires are the most important safety features on the vehicle. Incorrect tire pressure will compromise stability, braking and cornering and can possibly lead to tire failure — and a serious accident. Incorrect tire pressure also will affect your comfort, fuel economy and tire life. Guest Relations Manager Bob Holloway talks about how to check your tire air pressure, using a 2011 Camry to demonstrate: How to Put Air in Your Tires Now that you have checked your tire pressure, you will need to know how to properly put air in your tires. Here, Bob demonstrates adding and releasing air using a tire pressure gage: Checking Your Tire Tread Depth Proper tread depth prevents hydroplaning and helps with optimal traction on the road. Bob gives an easy tip to make sure your tires are road ready: Checking the Engine Fluids A peek under the hood may seem like a complicated mess of hoses, wires, blocks and belts. While some vehicle maintenance should generally be left to the professionals, there are a few things that you can easily take care of yourself. In this video, Bob talks about checking your fluids: brake fluid, engine oil, coolant or antifreeze, and power steering fluid. The Engine Light Is On! Possibly the most misunderstood indicator on the dashboard, the "check engine" light can mean many different things, from a loose gas cap to a misfiring engine. If your light comes on, you don't need to pull over and call a tow truck, but you should get the car checked out as soon as possible. Ignore the warning, and you could end up damaging expensive components. It also can be a sign that your car is getting poor fuel economy and emitting higher levels of pollutants. Bob discusses what to do when your engine light comes on: The Milton Ruben Service Department wishes you all safe travels. Should you need to get your new or used vehicle serviced, schedule an appointment through www.DriveBaby.com or by calling us at 866.344.0962.We can service all makes or models of vehicles, and look forward to earning your business.

Congratulations to Milton Ruben employee, Eunice Sharma, for receiving the 2010 General Motors Mark of Excellence Award. The designation recognizes outstanding sales consultants for their performance during the previous year. Eunice served our customers with integrity, grace and a strong work ethic, and we are pleased to see her recognized for her efforts. Congratulations, Eunice, from all of us at Milton Ruben Superstore! Milton Ruben Superstore, a car dealer in Augusta, GA, employs over 200 citizens in the CSRA, or Central Savannah River Area. Come visit us in person at 3514 Washington Road, or see our online inventory at www.DriveBaby.com.

Send a letter to a soldier in support of "Letters for Lyrics," a national letter-writing campaign targeted at showing appreciation to the men and women who serve our country. The Ram Truck Brand, Zac Brown Band and Soldiers' Angels are working together to send thousands of letters to our soldiers all over the world. You can help by sending a letter of appreciation to a soldier today! The soldier will also receive a free CD, "Breaking Southern Ground." This exclusive compilation, not sold in stores, features Southern Ground Artists Zac Brown Band, Sonia Leigh, Nic Cowan, and Levi Lowrey. Start writing your letter now by visiting the Ram trucks website. Milton Ruben Superstore sells Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram vehicles on Washington Road in beautiful Augusta, GA. Visit us online at www.DriveBaby.com.

Hey friends! Have you been thinking about checking out a new or used car? Stop by Milton Ruben Superstore this Saturday and enjoy a complimentary cookout lunch between 10am and 2pm. We will be grilling hamburgers, and you can see our large inventory of vehicles from Toyota, Scion, Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram, Chevy and hundreds of used vehicles. We look forward to seeing you and helping you with your next car! Visit Milton Ruben Superstore online at www.DriveBaby.com, or call us to set up an appointment at 888.276.6925.

Tres Taylor was the winner of the summer camp scholarship raffle held at the 2011 Summer Camp Expo at Augusta Preparatory Day School on April 30th. The Summer Camp Expo was sponsored by the Augusta Chronicle, Augusta Family Magazine and Milton Ruben Superstore, and showcased dozens of summer camp opportunities in the CSRA. Congrats, Tres! We hope you enjoy your time exploring the theater at Augusta Prep's summer camp. Check out our online inventory at www.DriveBaby.com, or visit Milton Ruben Superstore on Washington Road in Augusta, GA.

Toyota wants to salute do-gooders by giving 100 cars over 100 days to nonprofits that could really use a new set of wheels. And voters like you help decide which one gets a new ride every day. Voting is open daily from 6 a.m. to midnight EST. Every day, the previous day’s winner is announced and a fresh batch of five nonprofits is introduced for your consideration. Starting May 9 through August 16, it’s the voters’ turn to do their own good deed by voting for their favorite stories and causes. All voters have to do is log into their Facebook profile and use the 100 Cars for Good app to vote for one of that day’s five nonprofit organizations. Vote once a day because each vote counts and each day brings another new car to another deserving organization! After you vote, start looking for your next Toyota by checking out Milton Ruben Toyota's online inventory at www.DriveBaby.com. We are located on Washington Road in Augusta, GA.

Don't miss out on this fun day for the whole family. There will be a fishing rodeo for the kids, inflatables, games, surprises, giveaways, scavenger hunt, food and fun. Event is free and open to the public! Be sure to stop by our display while you are there! All proceeds go to MCGHealth Cancer Center and MCGHealth Children's Medical Center. To find out how to register or to get more information, click here. UPDATE: Scenes from the day: Visit our online inventory at www.DriveBaby.com.