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How does the Toyota Safety Sense Pre-Collision System work?
By Product Expert | Posted in Safety on Wednesday, February 13th, 2019 at 10:24 PM
The Toyota Pre-Collision System now comes standard on most new Toyota models as part of the Toyota Safety Sense active safety bundle. But, just how does the system work? Front facing exterior cameras continuously scan the road ahead for potential hazards. When a hazard is detected, the system will respond in one of three ways: with audio and visual alerts, with Brake Assist, or with Automatic Emergency Braking depending on the severity of the threat. Read the rest of this entry »
Toyota Sequoia Adds TRD Pro Grade for 2020 Model Year
By Product Expert | Posted in Toyota Sequoia on Monday, February 11th, 2019 at 6:25 PM
Fans of the trail-ready TRD Pro grade will be happy to hear that for the 2020 model year the Toyota Sequoia SUV will be joining the ranks of models with an available TRD Pro trim. The 2020 Sequoia TRD Pro configuration will also be sporting some extensive feature updates that will guide future TRD Pro trims on other models like the Toyota 4Runner, Toyota Tundra, and Toyota Tacoma. Learn more about the 2020 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro configuration below. Read the rest of this entry »
Where can I find student and grad discounts in the STL area?
By Product Expert | Posted in Community on Thursday, January 31st, 2019 at 9:50 PM
Students looking to save their hard-earned money can find a few student and college grad discounts in the St. Louis area that can help them reduce the cost of a night out or save on a large purchase. Find three businesses in St. Louis that offer discounts for students and grads below. Read the rest of this entry »
What colors is the new Toyota 4Runner available in?
By Product Expert | Posted in Toyota 4Runner on Friday, January 25th, 2019 at 8:00 AM
The 2019 Toyota 4Runner lineup is available in eight exterior color options. Most of the colors are returning from the previous model year including Nautical Blue Metallic, Super White, Blizzard Pearl, Classic Silver Metallic, Magnetic Gray Metallic, Midnight Black Metallic, and Barcelona Red Metallic. Voodoo Blue is the only new color this year which is replacing Cavalry Blue that has been dropped from the lineup. See pictures of each exterior color below. Read the rest of this entry »
Brand-New Toyota Supra Revealed at Detroit Auto Show
By Product Expert | Posted in Toyota Supra on Tuesday, January 15th, 2019 at 8:29 PM
After a 21 year wait, Toyota fans finally had their first look at the brand-new 2020 Toyota Supra when it was revealed this week at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Learn more about what drivers can expect when it rolls into their local dealership later this year below. Read the rest of this entry »
What exterior color options is the 2019 Toyota RAV4 available in?
By Product Expert | Posted in Toyota Rav4 on Thursday, January 10th, 2019 at 10:15 PM
For 2019, the Toyota RAV4 is available in twelve exterior color options including solid and two-tone selections. Available colors include Blizzard Pearl, Blue Flame, Blueprint, Lunar Rock, Magnetic Gray Metallic, Midnight Black Metallic, Ruby Flare Pearl, Silver Sky Metallic, and Super White. The Blue Flame, Lunar Rock, and Midnight Black Metallic colors are also available with an Ice Edge Roof. See pictures of each color below. Read the rest of this entry »
Connect to Select Toyota Models Remotely with Entune 3.0
By Product Expert | Posted in Tips & Tricks on Wednesday, January 9th, 2019 at 10:16 PM
The new Toyota Entune 3.0 system has been receiving a lot of buzz for bringing Apple CarPlay and Amazon Alexa compatibility to the Toyota lineup. While those features are exciting, they are just a part of what Toyota Entune 3.0 is capable of. Another one of our favorite Entune 3.0 features is remote connect which allows drivers to access vehicle functionality from their smartphone or watch. Learn more below. Read the rest of this entry »
Military Members Save Big at Local Businesses Throughout STL
By Product Expert | Posted in Community on Friday, January 4th, 2019 at 8:00 AM
While many local businesses in the St. Louis area offer military discounts for holidays like Memorial Day, others offer their gratitude all year long with savings every single day. Find a list of four businesses local to St. Louis that offer military discounts below. Read the rest of this entry »
Which Toyota model offers the best towing capacity?
By Product Expert | Posted in Comparisons, FAQ on Monday, December 31st, 2018 at 10:18 PM
Are you interested in a new Toyota model with towing abilities? You’re in luck. The 2019 Toyota lineup offers a large selection of crossover and truck models with a wide range of towing capacities and skills. For smaller towing tasks like a pop-up camper or small trailer, a crossover or SUV like the 2019 RAV4 or 2019 Highlander might fit your needs. For larger towing needs, pickup trucks like the 2019 Tundra and 2019 Tacoma or large SUVs like the 2019 Sequoia may be more practical. Find a towing capacity comparison of each 2019 Toyota crossover and SUV below. Read the rest of this entry »
Does the 2019 Toyota Corolla have Apple CarPlay?
By Product Expert | Posted in Toyota Corolla on Friday, December 21st, 2018 at 4:28 PM
One of the newest and most requested feature additions to the Toyota lineup in recent years is Apple CarPlay functionality. Apple CarPlay connects an Apple smartphone to the infotainment display screen for hands-free connectivity. Read the rest of this entry »