Cedric Theel Toyota Blog Posts and Articles in Bismarck, ND


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Cedric Theel Toyota Welcomes New Product Specialists

Cedric Theel Toyota recently welcomed Tawniel Retzlaff and Matt Alexis as product specialists. They serve as the dealership’s vehicle technology specialists, helping provide valuable product information to the sales and service guests. Their focus is on the customer experience.  Tawniel graduated from Century High School and obtained a bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minor in […]

March 15, 2023
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Cedric Theel Toyota Welcomes New Service Advisor

Cedric Theel Toyota recently welcomed Luz Villa-Villa as the newest Service Advisor. Luz is tasked with being a liaison between the service technicians and service customers helping with warranty questions, answering other questions, and scheduling guests’ maintenance needs. She is also bilingual to help assist our Spanish-speaking customers.    Luz grew up in a small town in […]

March 15, 2023
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CEDRIC THEEL TOYOTA NAMED CARFAX TOP-RATED DEALER 2022

CEDRIC THEEL TOYOTA NAMED CARFAX TOP-RATED DEALER CARFAX Top-Rated Dealer Award Based on Verified Customer Ratings. Cedric Theel Toyota has earned the distinction of a CARFAX Top-Rated Dealer. This is the fourth year CARFAX is celebrating dealerships around the country for exceptional customer service based on verified reviews. The 2022 CARFAX Top-Rated Dealers received an average […]

February 7, 2023

Cedric Theel Toyota Welcomes Chris Shaffer

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Cedric Theel Toyota Welcomes Chris Shaffer” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] Cedric Theel Toyota is proud to welcome Chris Shaffer to the sales team as a Sales & Leasing Consultant. Chris brings 15 years of experience in the auto industry.    Chris grew up in Pennsylvania and later moved to Bismarck. He earned his Bachelor of Science […]

January 10, 2023

Cedric Theel Toyota Names New Leadership

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Cedric Theel Toyota Names New Leadership” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] Cedric Theel Toyota is excited to announce the transition of three current employees into new leadership roles: Dan Lee, General Manager Bradley Johnson, Service Manager Oscar Garcia, Internet Manager   Dan Lee has been at Cedric Theel Toyota for nearly 15 years, holding various positions as […]

January 3, 2023

Holiday Food & Toy Drive 2022

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Holiday Food & Toy Drive” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text] Cedric Theel Toyota is giving back this holiday season with a Holiday Food and Toy Drive. We are asking the community to help give to those in need by donating non-perishable food items and new, unwrapped toys to the dealership by December 20. All non-perishable food donations […]

December 12, 2022

Cedric Theel Toyota Welcomes Noah Savageau

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Cedric Theel Toyota Welcomes Noah Savageau” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] Cedric Theel Toyota recently added Noah Savageau to the recon team. Noah works with the team on detailing and reconditioning vehicles before they are put on the lot.      Noah graduated from Bismarck High School. Prior to working at Cedric Theel Toyota, he worked construction. […]

December 12, 2022

Cedric Theel Toyota Welcomes Kendra Glatt

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Cedric Theel Toyota Welcomes Kendra Glatt” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] Kendra Glatt recently joined Cedric Theel Toyota as an Office Assistant. Kendra provides essential administrative support to office management. She receives and routes calls, assists in motor vehicle paperwork and registrations, greets customers, and more.  Kendra grew up in Bismarck and graduated from Century High School. […]

August 23, 2022

Great Service Starts With Us

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Great Service Starts With Us” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] From the moment you drop your Toyota off at Cedric Theel Toyota, you can be assured it’s in the hands of experts. Cedric Theel Toyota has the people, equipment, and parts to ensure your Toyota is performing at it’s very best. Toyota Certified Technicians are rigorously trained […]

July 26, 2022

Welcome to The Team, Holden Mercer!

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Welcome Holden Mercer” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] Cedric Theel Toyota recently added Holden Mercer to the recon team. Holden focuses on detailing and reconditioning vehicles before they are put on the lot.    Holden grew up in Bismarck and graduated from St. Mary’s High School. Most recently, he worked laying concrete curbing. Holden says he is […]

July 15, 2022

Welcome to The Team, Sam Birkeland!

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Welcome Sam Birkeland” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] Cedric Theel Toyota recently welcomed Sam Birkeland to the team as a service advisor. Sam focuses on the customer experience in regards to vehicle service and repairs. Sam grew up in Bismarck and attended Wilton High School. He received his business management degree from Black Hills State University. For […]

April 27, 2022

A Toyota for Every Lifestyle

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/WsNuG7pdJ40″ el_width=”60″ align=”center”][vc_custom_heading text=”Toyota Cars, Trucks, and SUVs” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] You deserve a quality vehicle that you can depend on for safety and reliability. Explore all the options Toyota has with cars, trucks, and SUVs that fit different lifestyles. Toyota creates vehicles for dependability and safety in mind that look stylish too. We are […]

April 27, 2022

Cedric Theel Toyota Receives the 2021 President’s Award for CustomerFirst!

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”2021 President’s Award for CustomerFirst” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] Cedric Theel Toyota has, once again, earned the President’s Award for CustomerFirst setting the dealership apart, marking it as one of the best in customer service.  The President’s Award honors Toyota dealers that excel in all facets of their operations. It is recognition for dealerships that continue […]

April 6, 2022

Cedric Theel Toyota Welcomes Two New Employees

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Welcome To The Team!” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] Cedric Theel Toyota recently welcomed Connor Hamlin and Chase Eckholm to the team. Connor is a service advisor and focuses on the customer experience in regards to vehicle service and repairs. Chase is a lube tech performing oil changes and minor repairs to vehicles.   Connor grew up […]

March 25, 2022

Servicing Your Toyota with Certified Toyota Technicians

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Servicing Your Toyota” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] Professional service for your Toyota is vital to its performance, safety, and longevity. Toyota is built on a reputation of quality and reliability, and is one of the world’s most respected brands. Staying current on your Toyota’s maintenance helps prevent larger, costlier problems down the road. The basic services […]

March 4, 2022

Winter Preparedness Tips for Your Vehicle

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Winter Preparedness Tips for Your Vehicle” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:24|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]As the weather gets colder, our vehicles may need a little extra care. Winter comes with extreme cold temperatures, snow, and ice, which can all have an impact of your vehicle. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, one in five vehicle crashes in the U.S. are […]

November 11, 2021

Toyota’s Brake Hold Feature

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Toyota’s Brake Hold Feature” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:24|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]Toyota’s brake hold feature engages your vehicles braking system without having to actually hold your foot on the brake.     This feature is great for city drivers that stop frequently, such as pulling up to a stop light or driving through a drive-thru. You are able to take […]

October 25, 2021

Prioritize Your Vehicles Tires

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Prioritize Your Vehicle’s Tires Before the Snow Falls” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:14|text_align:left|color:%23000000″ use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]We all know the snow will be making its way to North Dakota before too long. Your vehicle’s tires are vulnerable to these conditions, so it is important to properly take care of your tires each month and ensure you have them inspected at each […]

October 1, 2021

Connecting Apple CarPlay in Your Toyota

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Apple CarPlay takes the things you want to do with your iPhone while driving and puts them right on your car’s built-in display. You can get directions, make calls, send and receive messages, and listen to music, all in a way that allows you to stay focused on the road. Just connect your iPhone and […]

August 12, 2021

Toyota Safety = Better Outcomes

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In unfortunate situations, we are fortunate when everyone is safe. At Cedric Theel Toyota, we care about the safety of everyone on the road. Toyota has award-winning safety features and we are proud to offer vehicles with safety in mind. [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Toyota Safety SenseTM (TSS) helps protect drivers and passengers in many different situations. These TSS […]

July 12, 2021

Driving in the Summer Heat

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The extreme heat can take a toll on your vehicle. It is important to be prepared as the temperatures are rising. Here are a few things to consider as you hit the road this summer.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_raw_html]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[/vc_raw_html][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Even the most well maintained vehicles can fail. It’s good to have an emergency kit in your vehicle […]

June 30, 2021