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Before his seven week journey in the Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid prototype, one might have called Auto Week writer Mark Vaughn a "skeptic of alternative fuel." After having the chance to tour 3,224 miles around Southern California in the Toyota Prius Plug-in, 387 of which were done on electricity, the skeptic lightened his tune.

According to Mark, "The first week, Nov. 8-12, it did more of the highly efficient commuter slogging for which it was designed....

The Toyota Tacoma, the best-selling compact pickup truck in North America since 2005, offers two new packages for 2011 based on a concept truck first shown at the 2009 Specialty Equipment Marketing Association (SEMA) Show. The T|X and T|X Pro packages, available in conjunction with the Off-Road Package, add Toyota Racing Development (TRD) accessories in a unique combination at a special value price.

The best-selling passenger car in America for eight years running and 12 of the past 13 years, the 2011 Toyota Camry is available in Camry, LE, SE, XLE and Hybrid models.  A sharp focus on customer value is reflected in the addition of new lower-rolling-resistance tires for the 2011 V6 model to increase EPA fuel economy ratings to 20 MPG city / 29 MPG highway, up from 19/28 for the 2010 V6 model; the four-cylinder Camry returns 22/32 MPG, and the Camry Hybrid is rated at 31/35 (33 combined).

Toyota has introduced a redesigned Avalon for 2011, teaming its 268-HP V6 engine with a six-speed automatic transmission for high fuel efficiency (29 MPG EPA highway rating). Evoking a time when travel was sophisticated, elegant and comfortable, the new Avalon combines a distinctive new exterior style and a restyled interior rich with premium touch points and practical new technologies.

The all-new fifth-generation Toyota 4Runner, introduced for model year 2010, gains minor option revisions for 2011. The 4Runner was completely redesigned and re-engineered for the previous model year. Its adaptable interior and unique cargo area make the newest 4Runner smarter, more comfortable, and more versatile than ever.

Some cars are trying to revamp their image, trying to attract a younger market of buyers. Toyota Avalon, which has always been one of the top vehicles from the auto maker, is sticking with the older crowd. In fact, Avalon is one of the "Top 10 Cars for Seniors" this year, last year and for the past several years.

Avalon is also one of the 10 "most comfortable cars" in a Kelley Blue Book ranking.

Buyers of the updated 16.5-foot-long Avalon get a "roomy, full-size car with many luxury features and appealing looks that were spruced up for 2011…

The Avalon has returned for 2011 with an updated look and plenty of leg room for those wanting to drive a reliable Toyota, but needing more space than you'll find in a Yaris.

The 2011 Toyota Avalon makes buying a car easier by offering only two (but still very well equipped) trim levels. Pricing varies a few thousand dollars between each.

Toyota offers the basic Avalon with a great amount of standard equipment at $32,000 MSRP; while a Limited model adds even more options and priced to near luxury territory at $35,485. The Limited model has one…

Toyota has a full range of durable pick up trucks and eco-friendly hybrid cars, but the best selling model is still a staple in the Japanese auto maker's line up - The Camry.

In the first half of 2010, the 2010 Toyota Camry is the top selling car from the company. Sales this calendar year of the Camry total nearly 190,000 and are up 2.8 percent through the first seven months of 2010, compared with the year-earlier period.

For many years, The Camry has been a widely popular model and has been dubbed a "smart buy" for much…