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Archive for June, 2019
Travel Tips For Families WIth Small Children
Friday, June 28th, 2019
If upcoming travel plans with the kids have you stressed, this blog is for you. While it can be hard to keep even the most well-behaved children quiet and comfortable during long car trips, we have a variety of tricks that should help to keep them engaged and happy so you can make family memories that don’t include the phrase, “Are We There Yet?” (more…)
Color-Keyed vs Chrome vs Blacked-Out Exterior Features
Friday, June 28th, 2019
While Toyota does a great job of providing details for all of their models online, if you don’t know the lingo it can still be hard to decipher exactly what you are getting. Learn more about specific automotive terms like color-keyed, chrome, and blacked-out below. (more…)
Does the color of your car affect how hot it gets in the cabin?
Wednesday, June 26th, 2019
While most car shoppers choose an exterior paint color purely for aesthetic reasons, there can be a few more things to consider before making a final decision. Does the color of your car affect how hot the cabin gets in the summer sun? Do black cars heat up faster and get hotter than cars that have a lighter paint color? We break it all down below. (more…)
Child Front Seat Safety Laws In Alabama
Wednesday, June 19th, 2019
Do you have kids that are eager to move up to the front seat of the car? Before they start calling shotgun, make sure they meet the age, height, and weight requirements for safe travel. Learn more about Alabama front seat safety laws below. (more…)
2019 Toyota Hybrid Lineup Fuel Economy Comparison
Monday, June 17th, 2019
Do you want to spend more time behind the wheel and less time filling up at the gas pump? A Toyota hybrid model could be a great fit. With some of the best fuel economy scores in the business, Toyota hybrids offer drivers the best mix of style, performance, and practicality. We compared the 2019 Toyota hybrid lineup’s fuel economy scores to see which option offered drivers the furthest driving range. See which model came out on top below. (more…)
Toyota Drivers Battle Tough Conditions with Selectable Drive Modes
Monday, June 17th, 2019
Staying in control of your Toyota truck is easy with selectable drive modes. Learn more about how to engage four-wheel drive and when to use 4WD Low and 4WD High settings below. (more…)
See Pictures Of The Nine Toyota Sienna Color Options
Friday, June 14th, 2019
The Toyota Sienna minivan is arguably the most practical people mover in the Toyota lineup. For drivers with serious hauling needs and especially small children, nothing beats the interior space and family-friendly amenities that the Toyota Sienna can provide. For the 2020 model year, the “Swagger Wagon” is available in nine exterior color options and six interior upholstery selections to ensure that drivers are traveling in style. The exterior colors include Alumina Jade Metallic, Blizzard Pearl, Celestial Silver Metallic, Midnight Black Metallic, Parisian Night Pearl, Predawn Gray Mica, Salsa Red Pearl, Super White, and Toasted Walnut Pearl. See pictures of each option below. (more…)
How does a Toyota hybrid engine work?
Thursday, June 13th, 2019
While more and more vehicle shoppers are considering a hybrid for their next vehicle purchase, we have found that a lot of drivers still have questions when it comes to hybrid cost and performance vs a traditional gas-powered model. We tackle some of the most commonly asked questions about Toyota hybrid systems below. (more…)
When will the new 2020 Tacoma be available in Birmingham?
Monday, June 10th, 2019
The Toyota Tacoma has positioned itself at the top of the midsize pickup truck pack for 14 years running and with new updates to the tech offerings and TRD Pro configuration for the new model year we don’t see that changing any time soon. Learn more about the 2020 Toyota Tacoma lineup and when it is expected to be released below. (more…)
Why isn’t my Toyota key fob working?
Friday, June 7th, 2019
Toyota key fobs and the Toyota Smart Key system are some of our favorite vehicle amenities. While they may be simple, they streamline the driving process and make accessing your vehicle an easy task even when your arms are full. While Toyota key fobs are reliable, they do experience a lot of wear and tear and can occasionally stop working. Luckily, the solution is usually pretty simple. We break down the top 3 reasons your key fob won’t unlock your car and how to fix it below. (more…)