A special 9/11 reflection from LtCol Ted Probert
| 11 September 2001. Even decades later, the terror attack on this day remains undiminished for the Marine community. We remember the moment our world was forever changed by this tragedy—and reflect on the extraordinary wave of patriotism that followed, reshaping and strengthening our Nation. Despite the pain and loss,11 September stands as a lasting symbol of resilience, unity, and compassion. It reminds us of our strength as citizens and the power we hold when we come together as a uniformed nation. The true meaning of community is revealed when strangers become heroes, lifting others from darkness, opening their doors, and extending their hearts to those in need. At the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, our mission is rooted in honor and remembrance. Today, we pay tribute to those taken far too soon. We stand in solidarity with those who lost loved ones or experienced the horror of that day. We proudly salute the brave men and women who stepped forward to serve and protect our great Nation. As we reflect on the lives taken in 2001, I am reminded daily the KIA bracelet I wear, honoring a Marine who was on the 104th floor of the North Tower with Cantor Fitzgerald. We also remember the years of Marine service and sacrifice that followed in Afghanistan and Iraq. The bright, hopeful children of Marines we meet every day—even those who have endured profound loss—are living proof that even in the darkest of times, strength endures and light carries forward. Time may pass, yet acts of Honor, Courage, and Commitment are never forgotten. Sincerely and Semper Fidelis,  LtCol Ted Probert USMC (Ret.)President and CEO Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation mcsf.org • Donate Now |
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BBQ: Drive for the Troops!
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Visit to the Chicago Auto Show!
The Lions Township students visited the Chicago Auto Show and had a blast! The Auto Show ends on February 17. We encourage you to go and check out the Toyotas on display. Give Continental Toyota a call if you’re interested in tickets!
All New 2025 Toyota Crown Signia
Toyota’s latest addition to the Toyota Crown family, Toyota Crown Signia brings you effortless elegance so you can embrace life’s adventures.
With an unmistakably stylish silhouette, Toyota Crown Signia seamlessly blends elevated elegance with ultimate comfort. It integrates sleek curves with generous interior space, creating a premium experience both inside and out.
Toyota Crown Signia is designed to provide a roomy interior and engineered to reduce road and exterior noises from disturbing your music or conversations.
Toyota Crown Signia’s hammerhead front end leads with bold definition and a commanding presence. From its high-end grille to distinct LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) and headlights, Toyota Crown Signia embodies elegance from head to toe.
Equipped with a highly efficient hybrid system, Toyota Crown Signia has a fuel economy of 38 combined estimated mpg, which means you can explore at your leisure.
Designed to give you peace of mind for days that are less than perfect, Toyota Crown Signia’s Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive (AWD) sends up to 80% of power to the rear wheels for more muscle, or automatically operates in FWD mode to optimize fuel efficiency.
With the ability to tow up to 2700 lbs., Toyota Crown Signia affords you extra power to take more of life with you on the road.
Some Features Include:
Impressive Cargo Space
Fixed Panoramic Roof
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Rear Heated Seats
Qi Wireless Charging
Read more here: https://www.toyota.com/crownsignia/section/gallery/tab/interior/
Come visit Continental Toyota today to take a look at this amazing model!
Landcruiser Spotlight!
From capable roots rises the next generation of off-road excellence. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or aspiring explorer, Land Cruiser invites you to join the journey.
- The all-new 2024 Land Cruiser allows you to explore new worlds with confidence, in modern form. Sporting a “TOYOTA” heritage front grille, square side mirrors and athletic fender flares, this rig is ready for adventure, whether it’s conquering rugged trails or navigating through the urban jungle.
- The Land Cruiser 1958 is a back-to-basics homage to the original FJ25, with iconic round headlights and fabric seats. Land Cruiser grade elevates the ride further with more trail-ready tech, leather-trimmed seating and rectangular headlights inspired by the FJ62.
- Land Cruiser trim’s dual-hue LED fog lights provide a new dimension of safety. * Effortlessly switch between a crisp white light for low-light driving scenarios or a dynamic yellow beam that enhances contrast in denser conditions.
- Rugged elegance in two distinct grades. Land Cruiser 1958 is a back-to-basics homage to the original FJ25, with iconic round headlights and fabric seats. Land Cruiser grade elevates the ride further with more trail-ready tech, leather-trimmed seating and rectangular headlights inspired by the FJ62.
Land Cruiser’s thoughtfully designed interior is ready to elevate every journey. From the standard Cold Weather Package that warms up the front seats, steering wheel and heated side mirrors, to available premium leather-trimmed seats, and more, comfort is at the forefront of your adventures.
Read More: https://www.toyota.com/landcruiser/
Take a Closer Look at the 2023 Toyota Crown
2023 Toyota Crown Highlights
Performance
All-New Hybrid MAX Powertrain
Underneath Toyota Crown’s cutting edge design is an all-new available Hybrid MAX powertrain. This available powertrain pairs Toyota Crown’s 2.4L turbocharge engine with electric motors — generating an exceptional 340 combined net horsepower with 400 lb.-ft. of torque. The dynamic placement of the electric motors between the engine and the transmission allows for power to be transferred without any lag. The results? 0 to 60 in 5.7 seconds. So whether merging onto the freeway or driving down city street, the second you feel the instantaneous torque across the powerband, you’re ready to take on the day.
Exterior
Disruptive Design
Toyota Crown breaks every convention in the book—and does so in a bold and fearless fashion. At first glance, its dynamically proportioned design gives it an elegant and streamlined appearance. And the sharp line of the Daytime Running Lights emphasizes its contemporary grille, while its refined taillight flows across the rear to complete this sedan’s bold all-new design.
Interior
Elevated Cabin With Memory Seats
Toyota Crown’s driver-focused cockpit creates an instinctual connection between driver and machine. Inside its elevated cabin, Toyota Crown features sophisticated soft-touch materials, elegant bronze-colored details and available leather-trimmed seats. The standard power-adjustable driver’s seat dynamically adjusts in 8 different ways—remembering your ideal driving position for enhanced comfort and additional lumbar support. Meticulously crafted to the highest standard, Toyota Crown’s premium cabin heightens your senses the moment you get behind the wheel.
Discover What the 2023 4Runner Has to Offer
Inside Look at the 2023 Toyota 4Runner Features
Interior features & Cargo Space
Treat yourself to luxury when you choose the 2023 4Runner with supple leather-trimmed seats and classic wood-inspired accents that give the interior an upgraded look. Heated and ventilated front seats will keep you warm or help you cool off in warmer temperatures, and the power moonroof will let you enjoy the outdoors, inside. All passengers can choose their own level of comfort with the dual-zone automatic temperature control.
Utilize the 40/20/40 fold-flat rear seats to accommodate any gear you need to throw in the back or passengers you’re bringing along for the adventure. With all three second-row seats down you’ll have up to 88.8 cubic feet of cargo room. It’s easy to access your cargo through the power rear window that raises and lowers with the push of a button. Use the optional pull-out cargo deck to assist you while loading and unloading heavier items.
Technology & Safety Features
Have core in-car technologies at your fingertips with an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen display, and quickly connect your smart device for a seamless experience using Apple CarPlay® or Android Auto™. The panoramic view monitor gives you a 360-degree view of your vehicle to help you navigate what’s going on outside. An available 15-speaker JBL® sound system with an amplifier and subwoofer will give you a concert experience on your daily commute.
Safety is the number one priority for Toyota, so the 2023 Toyota 4Runner comes standard with Toyota Safety Sense™ — a suite of safety features that are design to help you avoid collisions — as well as the Star Safety System™ The 4Runner also includes a blind spot monitoring system with a rear cross-traffic alert and a backup camera.
Your Inside Look at the 2021 Toyota RAV4
The 2021 Toyota RAV4 is here, and so are you, which means you must want to know all about it. Casual drivers and car enthusiasts alike have found their match in this CUV. You can get more information on the Toyota RAV4 when you read this model overview.
2021 Toyota RAV4 Highlights
Performance
Expect the right mix of SUV and sedan performance when you get behind the wheel of a new CUV. While some in-class competitors rely on thirsty engines, the new RAV4 posts a more-than-respectable estimated 35 miles per gallon. Driving a CUV should grant you better stability and traction, and that’s just what you get when you upgrade the RAV4 with all-wheel drive. Some other key performance features on this model include:
- Front-Wheel Drive and All-Wheel Drive options
- Hill Start Assist Control
- Ground clearance of 8.4 inches
Technology
What you can expect from technology in the 2021 RAV4 is a commitment to safety first and foremost. Driver assistance systems like those featured in Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.0 can help you maintain control in tenuous situations. On top of providing for safety, Toyota has also packed the RAV4 with the latest multimedia and infotainment features. Here’s just a sample of the additional technology features you can get on this model:
- Backup camera with projected path
- Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
- Lane Tracing Assist
Design
The appeal of a CUV is that it packs a ton of value into a modest frame, which can certainly be said of the new RAV4. With 69.8 cu. ft. of cargo space, you don’t have to be picky about what you take with you. Throw in a quiet, comfy cabin, and everybody’s busy having too much fun to ask, “Are we there yet?” The design features of the RAV4 don’t end there. You’ll also enjoy these:
- Privacy glass on all rear side, quarter and liftgate windows
- Day/night rearview mirror
- 60/40 split reclining fold-flat rear seat with center armrest and cup holders
Drive the 2021 Toyota RAV4 in Hodgkins, IL
The RAV4 is just begging to be driven off the lot at Continental Toyota. Pick your favorite trim package from our large inventory of new Toyota cars for sale in Hodgkins, IL. Don’t miss our list of new Toyota specials while you’re weighing your options.
*MSRP: Starting price represents the manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) for the RAV4 Prime SE trim. The MSRP does not include destination and handling charges, taxes, title, license, options, and dealer charges. Actual prices are set by the dealer and may vary. Photo is for marketing and example purposes only. Photo may not reflect starting MSRP or trim level.\n**EPA-estimated MPG for City/Highway for 2021 Toyota RAV4 RAV4 Prime SE. Actual mileage will vary. Displayed MPG is based on applicable EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery pack age/condition (hybrid models only) and other factors.
Introducing the 2021 Toyota C-HR
You’ll find that nearly every nameplate offers a CUV, but only Toyota can bring it to you in its fully-realized state: the 2021 Toyota C-HR. Whether it’s in the showroom or out on the open road, this CUV is the definition of a head-turner. To learn more about the new C-HR, continue reading below.
Meet the 2021 Toyota C-HR
Performance
CUV drivers demand a polished on-road experience, and so that’s what the new C-HR supplies. Consider that you can get an estimated 31 miles per gallon from the 2021 C-HR’s 2.0L 4-cylinder, and that’s just the base powertrain. Throw in a high vantage point and limited body roll, and the C-HR is the reason you want a CUV in the first place. There are other performance features available for this model, such as:
- Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- Smart Stop Technology
- Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
Technology
The technology built into the 2021 C-HR serves many functions, but the most important is improving safety on the road for you and others. That’s why you should feel supported with the inclusion of Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5 (TSS 2.5), an array of driver assistance features that watches your back. This goes to show that streamlined drive is possible when you put your trust in Toyota. You can find even more tech features for the C-HR, such as:
- 4.2-in. TFT Multi-Information Display
- Integrated backup camera
- Smart Key System
Design
Present-day CUV models should give their larger counterparts a run for their money in the practicality department. 37 cu. ft. of cargo space ensures nothing gets left behind in this CUV. No CUV is complete without options for additional comfort. Some other design features for you to consider are:
- Multi-reflector LED headlights with auto on/off feature
- Center armrest with 12V power outlet
- 60/40 split fold-flat second-row rear seat
Experience a 2021 Toyota C-HR in Hodgkins, IL
Now that you know what the new C-HR brings to the table, take a look for yourself at Continental Toyota. Our team is on-hand to show you all the models in our lineup of new Toyota cars for sale in Hodgkins, IL. While you’re at it, make sure to peruse our monthly rotation of new Toyota specials.
*MSRP: Starting price represents the manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) for the trim. The MSRP does not include destination and handling charges, taxes, title, license, options, and dealer charges. Actual prices are set by the dealer and may vary. Photo is for marketing and example purposes only. Photo may not reflect starting MSRP or trim level.\n**EPA-estimated MPG for City/Highway for 2021 Toyota C-HR . Actual mileage will vary. Displayed MPG is based on applicable EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery pack age/condition (hybrid models only) and other factors.
The 2021 Toyota Highlander is regarded as one of the leaders of its class, and for good reason. Roomy and comfortable without sacrificing maneuverability, this entry from Toyota addresses every CUV driver’s pain points. If you’re interested in a full rundown of the 2021 Highlander, keep reading.
Up Close With the 2021 Toyota Highlander
Performance
Expect a blend of SUV ride quality and sedan efficiency when you drive a new CUV. Consider how the Toyota Highlander gets the most out of its standard 3.5L V6 engine, offering an estimated 29 mpg in fuel economy on the highway. With this level of performance, the Highlander feels like you’re driving a sedan tailored into an SUV frame. The Highlander isn’t limited to the above features, though. Here are a few more:
- Multi-Terrain Selecton on AWD Models
- Ultra Low Emission Vehicle 70
- AWD
Technology
Advanced in-vehicle systems are a thing of the now and the future, and the new Toyota Highlander is poised to be a timeless CUV. There’s a lot going on during your daily drive, so available Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5 is there to see what you might miss. While safety is a major plus, you should also take the wheel to see the upgrades made to infotainment and multimedia features across the dashboard. Take a look at this list for other technology options that might interest you:
- Smart Stop Technology
- Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® compatible
- Integrated backup camera w/ projected path
Design
A Toyota CUV is designed to impress, no matter which angle you’re viewing it, no matter which seat you’re sitting in. The 84.3 cu. ft. of cargo space offered by the Highlander means that you and your passengers never have to travel light again. Beyond the available cargo space, you can also purchase genuine Toyota accessories to upgrade the Highlander’s utility. For more information on standard and available design features, see this list:
- Day/night rearview mirror
- Remote keyless entry system w/ lock
- Three-zone automatic climate control w/ air filter
See the 2021 Toyota Highlander in Hodgkins, IL
Your exclusive with the new Highlander awaits at Continental Toyota. Our stock of new Toyota cars for sale in Hodgkins, Illinois, features this CUV and plenty of other options from Toyota. Browse our Toyota specials, and schedule a test drive today.
*MSRP: Starting price represents the manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) for the trim. The MSRP does not include destination and handling charges, taxes, title, license, options, and dealer charges. Actual prices are set by the dealer and may vary. Photo is for marketing and example purposes only. Photo may not reflect starting MSRP or trim level.\n**EPA-estimated MPG for City/Highway for 2021 Toyota Highlander . Actual mileage will vary. Displayed MPG is based on applicable EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery pack age/condition (hybrid models only) and other factors.
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