2014 Toyota Tundra 1794 Edition

Introducing: The New 2014 Toyota Tundra

The all new 2014 Toyota Tundra has a new look! With it's all-new redesigned body, front grill, and a brand new model, the 2014 Toyota Tundra is sure to be turning some heads. Here at Handy Toyota in St. Albans, Vermont, serving Burlington, Plattsburgh, and Colchester, we have the all new 2014 Toyota Tundra and would like to share a little information with you.

The new Tundra still has the powerful 5.7L V8 iForce engine, with the option of a 4.6L V8 engine as well. The legendary iForce 5.7L V8 delivers 381 horsepower and 401 lb.-ft. of torque and is matched to a 6-speed automatic transmission - ideal for heavy towing. With five distinct grades, including the SR, SR5, Limited, Platinum, and new to 2014, the 1794 Edition, there is a model for everyone's needs.

The 1794 Edition is new to 2014 and comes with not only a new great look, but some other intriguing features. The new redesign includes a new front grill, LED daytime running lights, 20-inch chrome wheels, chrome tipped exhaust, and many 1794 badges throughout the truck. The interior of the truck is brown suede and leather, with 1794 logo all weather floor mats. Sliding rear power window, wood grain steering wheel, and BlueTooth hands free come standard in the 1794 Edition Toyota Tundra.

Click here to watch Handy Toyota's video on the new 2014 Toyota Tundra 1794 Edition to catch anything we have missed in the blog. If you would like to schedule a test drive, or to get more information on the new 2014 Toyota Tundra, please give us a call at (888) 352-5749.

Bobwhite Baseball

It's that time of year again, when the rains come and consecutive baseball games are played on consecutive days on soft, wet ball fields. If you have ever played baseball in Vermont then you know what I am talking about. Tuesday's match up between the Bellows Free Academy Bobwhites and the CVU Redhawks was the beginning of long stretch of ball games for BFA, and it was filled with small ball and creativity.

In a rematch of the 2012 Vermont State Division I finals, the visiting Redhawks visited the hosting Bobwhites in a game at the Collins Perley Complex in St. Albans, Vermont. CVU entered the game looking to expand on their five game winning streak. On the mound for the Bobwhites was Junior Ryan Connor who pitched himself a two-hitter and added four strikeouts. Dylan Ireland started for the Redhawks giving up only five singles.

The game was played well defensively by both teams. Most of the drama for the game came in the bottom of the third inning. The Bobwhites loaded the bases and scored on a fielder's choice. That was when coach Geoff Murray got creative and went to his old managerial technique of "small ball". Murray called on his offense to execute to back-to-back suicide squeeze bunts by seniors Doug Saffo and Darren Callan. The Bobwhites were successful with both the squeeze plays and scored a total of three runs for the inning. That was all the run support Connor needed as the Bobwhites went on to win 3-0, snapping the Redhawks (10-3) five game winning streak.

BFA traveled to Milton on Wednesday with hopes to extend their good play. I didn't go to the game but I understand that they were able to defeat the Yellowjackets to improve their record to 9-5. The Bobwhites travel to Burlington tonight to play the BHS Seahorses and play Friday away as well.

Save the Ladies

Whether it be the fact that I have lived here my entire life or maybe it's because I am stuck here for the rest of it, I still take pride in my community. I have always lived with the understanding that one should put pride into everything they own and do. If this was false then I would have never ran for public office and I would have never volunteered to coach youth sports in our region. Being from St. Albans I have always loved the buildings, the downtown, the schools, the people, and the parks. Recently I have seen too many good maple trees being torn down in the "Maple City Capital of the World" only to be replaced by more inferior species of trees. I don't want to be really negative in these posts so I will talk about something that I do agree with regarding Taylor Park and St. Albans, and that is: WE NEED TO SAVE THE LADIES! I know Kathy Manahan is really trying to push this effort to save the fountain that is part of our history of St. Albans and Vermont. I believe the fountain was a gift from Governor Smith (I may be wrong on this one) but regardless it has been a part of St. Albans for generations and we need to fix it and get it painted and get it working. Please save the ladies for St. Albans.

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Ticket to Ride

I think it is pretty safe for me to not consider myself a car guy. I do work at a dealership and I get to drive a lot of very nice vehicles (Toyota, Chevy, new and Used - handycars.com). This does not make me an expert, but when I think about cars going to auctions I have to wonder why people buy such expensive vehicles. I also never thought that I would be craving a car that would go to auction. I know I will never be able to afford a car like those at auctions, I do not wish to own an antique car because new cars have more features and I think are better, and simply I just don't care most of the time - that was until I was searching news on vehicles and one article caught my eye. 

People may not know but I am one huge Beatles fan. For as long as I can remember I have listened to The Beatles on car trips, on the radio, on the record player (yes record player) and now on my iPhone. Their music really spoke to me growing up and every time I hear their music now I have to sing along. So when I saw an article on Yahoo! Autos titled: John Lennon's First Car Heads to Auction, Ticket to Ride? I had to read it. 

In 1965, right after The Beatles recorded their number one single Ticket to Ride, John Lennon passed his driving test. Being under such media spotlight this news caught the attention of car dealers in England, naturally. The car that caught his fancy was a blue Ferrari 330GT worth around $10,000 (pictured above). Now that is one nice car! There were only 500 of these Ferrari's made.  Go to http://autos.yahoo.com/blogs/motoramic/john-lennon-first-car-heads-auction-ticket-ride-180016472.html to check out more photos. 

Now, believe me, if I had the money to buy any car I wanted in the world, this Ferrari 330GT would be at the top of my list - even though the driver side is on the right (wrong side). If I could muster up enough money this car it would cost me an estimated $340,000 at auction. A man can dream, right?

I'm Ron Burgandy?

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Press Release: Toof Announces a Run for House

Toof Announces Run for House

ST. ALBANS - Casey J. Toof, a St. Albans City Republican, announced on Thursday his plans to run to represent the Franklin 3-1 district in the House of Representatives. “As a lifelong resident of St. Albans and someone who has benefited greatly from the many wonderful things our community has to offer, I believe that it is my turn to give something back, and the State House is the best place for me to do that.”

Toof, who graduated in from Castleton State College in 2009, said one of the most crucial issues facng Vermont is access to and affordability of higher education here. “Castleton and the other Vermont State Colleges offer young Vermonters an opportunity to receive an excellent education in our home state. Unfortunately, for too many a college degree is simply unaffordable. I will work to expand scholarship opportunities and reduce in-state tuition costs. Young Vermonters deserve a chance to go to school and pursue their careers right here in Vermont, and if elected I will work to make that a reality.”

Toof also said he will support policies that will help create quality jobs and responsible economic development right here in Franklin County. “I’ve seen too many friends and family members leave Vermont due to a lack of economic opportunity. It’s time the Legislature addresses this problem, and I am prepared to lead that effort.”

Toof also pledged his support to the ongoing battle against prescription drug abuse. “While Vermont continues to struggle with the unfortunate effects of prescription drug abuse, I believe that our community has been a leader in recognizing and addressing this serious problem. I will work across party lines to continue our progress.”

“I was born and raised in St. Albans. I’ve always taken pride knowing that ours is a community built upon a strong foundation of service. In order to make sure that St. Albans remains a great place to live, work and raise a family, I’m ready to step up and do my part.”

Casey Toof, 26, is a lifelong resident of St. Albans. He currently works as a behavioral interventionist at Northwest Counseling and Support Services. Prior to his work at NCSS, Toof served as the Director of Operations for the Vermont Republican Party from 2008-2011, where he worked closely with legislators within the legislative process. Toof is also an assistant basketball coach at BFA-St. Albans. He graduated from BFA in 2003 and Castleton State College in 2009 with a BA in history and a minor in education.

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