Why Huntington Beach Drivers Trust Tustin Toyota: Awards and Recognition
For more than two decades, drivers across Orange County have chosen Tustin Toyota — and many make the short drive from Huntington Beach and neighboring cities to do it. That trust isn’t accidental. It’s built on a family-owned foundation dating to 2002, a staff whose tenure often spans decades, and one of the most decorated award records of any Toyota dealership in the region.
A Family-Owned Dealership Since 2002
Tustin Toyota has served the Tustin community as a family-owned business since 2002. From the start, the focus has been a personal, transparent, and rewarding experience for every guest — not a quick sale. Many team members have been with the dealership for over 20 years, bringing a depth of product knowledge and a familiar, relationship-first approach that keeps customers coming back and referring friends and family.
Toyota’s Highest Dealer Honors, Earned Year After Year
Dealership awards matter only when they reflect a real, repeated standard of customer care. Tustin Toyota holds three of Toyota’s most significant dealer honors, and has earned each of them consistently for well over a decade:
| Honor | What It Recognizes | Tustin Toyota’s Record |
|---|---|---|
| President’s Cabinet Award | Toyota’s highest dealer honor — limited to a maximum of 12 dealerships nationwide each year, for operational superiority, high-volume sales, and outstanding customer satisfaction | Every year since 2011 (2011–2025) |
| President’s Award | Excellence across sales, service, and customer satisfaction; winners must excel in every category Toyota measures | Every year since 2005 (2005–2025) |
| Board of Governors Award | Elite dealers ranking among Toyota’s top 60 in non-fleet sales volume, with a demonstrated commitment to customer satisfaction | Every year since 2004 (2004–2025) |
Being named to the President’s Cabinet places Tustin Toyota among the elite of the elite — a distinction Toyota reserves for no more than a dozen of its dealers in the entire country in any given year.
On receiving the President’s Cabinet Award, General Manager Mark Gittin put it this way: “We go out of our way to ensure our entire sales and service staff takes every opportunity to exceed our customer expectations. Toyota has high standards for excellence, and we aim to meet and exceed those standards… Without them and their loyalty, we are nothing.”
Orange County’s #1 Toyota Dealership for New-Vehicle Volume
Tustin Toyota is Orange County’s #1 New Vehicle Volume Toyota Dealership for 2025.* For shoppers, high volume translates into practical advantages: a large, active selection of new and pre-owned vehicles in stock, and a team that moves through a high number of deliveries every month with the consistency that Toyota’s award programs specifically measure.
*Based on Toyota Motor Sales, USA 2025 Sales Report.
What the Recognition Means for You
The awards describe the dealership; the experience is what you actually feel on the lot. Tustin Toyota emphasizes the entire ownership experience — satisfaction not just at purchase, but for as long as you own the vehicle. That includes a knowledgeable, straightforward sales and service team, respect for your time, a large in-stock selection, clean and modern facilities, and a professional finance team. New Toyota purchases are also backed by ToyotaCare, which covers normal factory-scheduled maintenance for 2 years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first, plus 24-hour roadside assistance for 2 years and unlimited miles.
Making the Drive from Huntington Beach
Huntington Beach sits roughly 14–17 miles from the Tustin Auto Center, a drive that typically takes around 20–25 minutes outside of peak traffic. Many coastal shoppers decide the short trip is worth it for the selection and the award-winning customer experience — and completing a few steps online before you arrive makes any visit faster.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the President’s Cabinet Award mean for a dealership?
It is Toyota’s highest dealer honor, awarded to a maximum of 12 dealerships nationwide each year. It recognizes a combination of operational excellence, high-volume sales, and outstanding customer satisfaction. Tustin Toyota has earned it every year since 2011.
How is the President’s Award different from the Board of Governors Award?
The President’s Award recognizes excellence across sales, service, and customer satisfaction, with winners required to excel in every category Toyota measures. The Board of Governors Award recognizes dealers who rank among Toyota’s top 60 in non-fleet sales volume while maintaining high customer-satisfaction standards. Tustin Toyota holds both — since 2005 and 2004, respectively.
How far is Tustin Toyota from Huntington Beach?
The dealership is about 14–17 miles from Huntington Beach, generally a 20–25 minute drive outside of peak commute hours.
How can I reach Tustin Toyota before visiting?
You can call the sales team at (714) 909-2159 or reach out through the contact page to ask about availability before making the trip.
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