
Case Details
Slim Area Light
Project Summery
The Mechanicsville Toyota in Mechanicsville, Virginia was overdue for a lighting upgrade. Their parking lots were being illuminated by 1000W metal halide light fixtures which have an average life span of 12,000 hours. As they age, they lose light output at a rapid pace. Excellent light output is necessary to highlight the features and benefits of cars and protect them from theft. In addition to improving the appearance of the dealership, Toyota was paying too much for the energy required to operate old fixtures and maintain the short-life bulbs. So in order to attract more customers, improve security and lower costs, Toyota found a solution.
Powerful Strategy
Satisfaction Planning
10 Year Energy Savings


Overview & Challenge
In addition to improving the appearance of the dealership, Toyota was paying too much for the energy required to operate old fixtures and maintain the short-life bulbs. So in order to attract more customers, improve security and lower costs, Toyota found a solution.

Solution & Results
The lighting design team developed a layout for the entire Toyota location. They used NaturaLED LED light fixtures with premium optics to maximize light distribution while reducing light pollution and directing the light to the target areas. 268 fixtures were replaced or retrofitted in this project to meet the customer’s sustainability and safety goals. As a result, Toyota achieved an annual reduction of 216,248 KwH, and a cost savings (energy and maintenance) of over $178,630 over the life of the fixtures, in addition to returning the cost of their initial investment in 1.83 years. Best of all, the employees and customers of Toyota have a bright and safely lit environment for years to come.