Mark Miller Toyota Downtown

To say 2011 has been a tough year for Toyota would be a huge understatement. But, Toyota has found a way to prevail despite adversity. Just six months after Japan was destroyed by a back-to-back earthquake and tsunami, they're seeing a big break in the clouds. North American production levels have returned to normal levels, approximately three months before official forecasts.

The catalyst, of course, was the earlier-than-expected return to normal production levels in Japan.  With the necessary Toyota parts in stock, Toyota's North American plants were able to resume manufacturing Toyota models at pre-disaster pace. This includes…

With a low base price and plenty of miles per gallon, the Japanese auto maker is successful at  targeting their 2012 Toyota Yaris to the youth market. Every student needs a car to get to and from those college courses, or for picking up friends. If you live in a dorm and don't need a vehicle just yet, you certainly will once graduation is over, and it's time to commute daily.

The four-cylinder, entry-level vehicle comes with a large array of entertainment options. These, along with its price ranging from $14,115 to $17,200, are being touted…