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Spring break is coming! Universities and schools across the country will be calling off classes in a matter of weeks, the weather is warming up, and it's time to hit the road for a spring break road trip. Is your car ready to hit the highway? Don't run the risk of wasting your beach days stuck on the road with a flat tire or dead battery - use our Toyota of Orlando spring break road trip checklist to get your car prepped for the best vacation ever. Make your spring break road trip the best one yet #1: Get your tires checked. The last thing you want is a flat tire or a blowout when you're heading for the highway. Have our Orlando auto service techs check your car's tires. They'll look for things like uneven wear, bulges or blisters, lack of tread, and inflation level to ensure they're at the correct PSI. They can also do a quick tire rotation for you if you're due for one. #2: Have our auto service techs inspect your battery. Dead batteries are a real drag, especially when you're trying to make the most of your week off. Have our techs check things out under the hood before you tackle your road trip! They'll inspect your car battery for any visible damage (like swelling, rusting, or leaks) and test the voltage to ensure it's up to the challenge. If it's not, they can also quickly, efficiently, and affordably replace your battery on the spot. #3: Change your car's oil. Oil keeps your car's engine cool and lubricated, which is essential when you're on a road trip and you're traveling long distances at high speeds. Your engine is going to be working overtime, so make sure it has fresh, clean oil in the oil reservoir. Our techs will check the oil level and cleanliness and get you a quick oil change if necessary. #4: Don't ignore your headlights and wipers. We hope for your sake that it doesn't rain on your spring break getaway, but you should be prepared for it just in case (spring is unpredictable!). Check your wiper blades to ensure they're in good condition, and have our techs check out your headlights to ensure all the bulbs are in good shape and your turn signals, brake lights, and hazard lights are all working. #5: Make sure your fluid levels are where they should be. Before you take on the open road, check out the fluids under the hood. Two big ones are coolant and windshield wiper fluid - coolant keeps your car running cool when it's working hard, and you need wiper fluid to keep your field of vision clear. While you're at Toyota of Orlando, have our expert techs check ALL of the fluids in your car so you're all set. Let Toyota of Orlando get you road trip ready Don't risk ruining your spring break - swing by Toyota of Orlando to ensure you're ready to hit the road before you go! We're open seven days a week with the longest service hours in Central Florida and we're ready to get you out on the highway. Visit us at 3575 Vineland Road, just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall!

Spring break is coming! Universities and schools across the country will be calling off classes in a matter of weeks, the weather is warming up, and it's time to hit the road for a spring break road trip. Is your car ready to hit the highway? Don't run the risk of wasting your beach days stuck on the road with a flat tire or dead battery - use our Toyota of Orlando spring break road trip checklist to get your car prepped for the best vacation ever. Make your spring break road trip the best one yet #1: Get your tires checked. The last thing you want is a flat tire or a blowout when you're heading for the highway. Have our Orlando auto service techs check your car's tires. They'll look for things like uneven wear, bulges or blisters, lack of tread, and inflation level to ensure they're at the correct PSI. They can also do a quick tire rotation for you if you're due for one. #2: Have our auto service techs inspect your battery. Dead batteries are a real drag, especially when you're trying to make the most of your week off. Have our techs check things out under the hood before you tackle your road trip! They'll inspect your car battery for any visible damage (like swelling, rusting, or leaks) and test the voltage to ensure it's up to the challenge. If it's not, they can also quickly, efficiently, and affordably replace your battery on the spot. #3: Change your car's oil. Oil keeps your car's engine cool and lubricated, which is essential when you're on a road trip and you're traveling long distances at high speeds. Your engine is going to be working overtime, so make sure it has fresh, clean oil in the oil reservoir. Our techs will check the oil level and cleanliness and get you a quick oil change if necessary. #4: Don't ignore your headlights and wipers. We hope for your sake that it doesn't rain on your spring break getaway, but you should be prepared for it just in case (spring is unpredictable!). Check your wiper blades to ensure they're in good condition, and have our techs check out your headlights to ensure all the bulbs are in good shape and your turn signals, brake lights, and hazard lights are all working. #5: Make sure your fluid levels are where they should be. Before you take on the open road, check out the fluids under the hood. Two big ones are coolant and windshield wiper fluid - coolant keeps your car running cool when it's working hard, and you need wiper fluid to keep your field of vision clear. While you're at Toyota of Orlando, have our expert techs check ALL of the fluids in your car so you're all set. Let Toyota of Orlando get you road trip ready Don't risk ruining your spring break - swing by Toyota of Orlando to ensure you're ready to hit the road before you go! We're open seven days a week with the longest service hours in Central Florida and we're ready to get you out on the highway. Visit us at 3575 Vineland Road, just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall!

The 2020 Toyota Corolla is coming - it'll be at Toyota of Orlando a lot sooner than you think, and we can't wait for you to get behind the wheel of this redesigned sedan. Not only is it bringing a new look, a more comfortable interior, and updated technology to the table, it'll also offer an all-new hybrid model so you can enjoy its sporty style while also going green and saving money on gas. Toyota of Orlando is here with the scoop - check out these 10 things you want to know about the 2020 Toyota Corolla before you slide into the driver's seat. Meet the new 2020 Toyota Corolla 1) The exterior looks pretty different (but still sportily stylish). The new 2020 Toyota Corolla will feature a lower stance, new fender flares, a wider wheelbase, and a lower hood. Aero stabilizing fins and a chin spoiler were added to some models, and new LED lighting schemes up the sophistication factor. Plus, you'll love the new paint colors called Celestite and Blueprint. 2) Bigger wheels are up for grabs for the 2020 model year. For the first time ever, you can drive home on new 18" wheels with multispoke alloys (and there are tons of other alloy wheel options available on this Orlando Toyota). 3) Elegance and ergonomics take precedence inside the cabin. The cabin has been redesigned to be more comfortable and sophisticated. You'll find that the instrument panel, sightline, and hood have all been lowered for better visibility. High-gloss and matte materials are mixed for a sporty look and this Orlando Toyota also showcases ambient lighting, silver and piano gloss black accents, SofTex seating, and new interior color schemes. 4) Your drive time will be a lot quieter. The 2020 Toyota Corolla trims down noise from the road and powertrain thanks to new sound-absorbing materials in the sealants, foams, and silencers. 5) Staying cool this summer will be a breeze. The A/C system in this new 2020 Toyota has been completely redesigned to be more compact and efficient - for example, it now minimizes windshield fogging by pointing dehumidified fresh air to the ceiling. 6) Hot new tech is integrated into your drive time. You'll love having features like Amazon Alexa, Apple CarPlay, Scout GPS Link, Safety Connect Services, Wifi Connect, Bluetooth wireless streaming, and optional JBL audio, all accessible via an 8" touchscreen. Don't miss everything this Orlando Toyota will have to offer 7) A new engine is available for better efficiency and performance. The 2020 Toyota Corolla will offer its standard 1.8L engine, but a new 2.0L Dynamic Force direct injection inline four-cylinder option that uses less fuel and produces more power. 8) You can go green in a hybrid model for the first time ever. Save fuel AND the planet in a new hybrid model. This Toyota hybrid will feature a 1.8L engine, the aforementioned redesigned A/C, and an exhaust heat recirculation system so it can stop the engine sooner and use less energy. 9) More Corollas will be assembled in the US. This car is already assembled at a plant in Mississippi. However, since more models will now be available, a new plant will be opened in Huntsville, Alabama. 10) It has a starting MSRP of just $19,500. Boom. We'll let you know when it arrives - follow us on social media and give Toyota of Orlando a call at (407) 298-4500 for more info!

The 2020 Toyota Corolla is coming - it'll be at Toyota of Orlando a lot sooner than you think, and we can't wait for you to get behind the wheel of this redesigned sedan. Not only is it bringing a new look, a more comfortable interior, and updated technology to the table, it'll also offer an all-new hybrid model so you can enjoy its sporty style while also going green and saving money on gas. Toyota of Orlando is here with the scoop - check out these 10 things you want to know about the 2020 Toyota Corolla before you slide into the driver's seat. Meet the new 2020 Toyota Corolla 1) The exterior looks pretty different (but still sportily stylish). The new 2020 Toyota Corolla will feature a lower stance, new fender flares, a wider wheelbase, and a lower hood. Aero stabilizing fins and a chin spoiler were added to some models, and new LED lighting schemes up the sophistication factor. Plus, you'll love the new paint colors called Celestite and Blueprint. 2) Bigger wheels are up for grabs for the 2020 model year. For the first time ever, you can drive home on new 18" wheels with multispoke alloys (and there are tons of other alloy wheel options available on this Orlando Toyota). 3) Elegance and ergonomics take precedence inside the cabin. The cabin has been redesigned to be more comfortable and sophisticated. You'll find that the instrument panel, sightline, and hood have all been lowered for better visibility. High-gloss and matte materials are mixed for a sporty look and this Orlando Toyota also showcases ambient lighting, silver and piano gloss black accents, SofTex seating, and new interior color schemes. 4) Your drive time will be a lot quieter. The 2020 Toyota Corolla trims down noise from the road and powertrain thanks to new sound-absorbing materials in the sealants, foams, and silencers. 5) Staying cool this summer will be a breeze. The A/C system in this new 2020 Toyota has been completely redesigned to be more compact and efficient - for example, it now minimizes windshield fogging by pointing dehumidified fresh air to the ceiling. 6) Hot new tech is integrated into your drive time. You'll love having features like Amazon Alexa, Apple CarPlay, Scout GPS Link, Safety Connect Services, Wifi Connect, Bluetooth wireless streaming, and optional JBL audio, all accessible via an 8" touchscreen. Don't miss everything this Orlando Toyota will have to offer 7) A new engine is available for better efficiency and performance. The 2020 Toyota Corolla will offer its standard 1.8L engine, but a new 2.0L Dynamic Force direct injection inline four-cylinder option that uses less fuel and produces more power. 8) You can go green in a hybrid model for the first time ever. Save fuel AND the planet in a new hybrid model. This Toyota hybrid will feature a 1.8L engine, the aforementioned redesigned A/C, and an exhaust heat recirculation system so it can stop the engine sooner and use less energy. 9) More Corollas will be assembled in the US. This car is already assembled at a plant in Mississippi. However, since more models will now be available, a new plant will be opened in Huntsville, Alabama. 10) It has a starting MSRP of just $19,500. Boom. We'll let you know when it arrives - follow us on social media and give Toyota of Orlando a call at (407) 298-4500 for more info!

There's a lot of variety up for grabs when you shop the new Toyota lineup. You'll find sedans, hatchbacks, hybrids, minivans, trucks, and SUVs at your fingertips, as well as a couple of pretty impressive sports car options. However, get ready - Toyota Great Britain hinted at the fact that Toyota is going to be adding high-performance models of every single car in the family in the future, giving you an even more expansive spread of quality cars to choose from. Toyota of Orlando has the details. Which new Toyota would you want to see in a TRD edition? Someone recently tweeted at Toyota Great Britain expressing their interest in Gazoo Racing (GRMN) version of the much-loved Toyota Hilux truck. TGB tweeted back and said "There are plans in the pipeline to introduce high-performance variants of all models in the future... watch this space!" And late last year, Toyota North America expressed interested in releasing even more TRD performance models of their lineup of vehicles. There are already quite a few that have sprung up in the production lineup, including various TRD Pro and Off-Road models of the: Toyota RAV4 Toyota Avalon Toyota Tundra Toyota Sequoia Toyota Tacoma Toyota Camry Toyota 86 Toyota 4Runner And more. Each new Toyota model comes decked out with special performance-oriented parts and accessories to take your drive time experience to a whole new level, and we can't wait to see more TRD models hit our lot at Toyota of Orlando in the coming years. However, to give you a little more insight into what TRD models have to offer, let's check out the 2019 Toyota TRD Pro Series! Here are some of the highlights you can expect when you get behind the wheel of one of these new Toyotas at Toyota of Orlando. This group consists of the Toyota Tundra, Toyota Tacoma, and Toyota 4Runner. Each model brings with it Fox Internal Bypass shocks that have been specially tuned by TRD engineers for all types of terrain The Toyota Tundra model offers 18" BBS forged-aluminum TRD wheels with all-terrain tired and new Rigid Industries LED fog lights. It also has a 1/4" aluminum skid plate and an integrated towing hitch. On the new Toyota Tacoma, you'll find a Desert Air intake, Rigid Industries fog lights, Multi-terrain select, CRAWL control, Hill Start Assist Control, TRD Pro 16" black alloy wheels with Kevlar reinforced Goodyear Wrangler tires, and a special TRD 1/4" aluminum skid plate for protection. The Toyota 4Runner breaks out features like a 1/4" aluminum skid plate, matte-black 17" alloy wheels with Nitto Terra Grappler all-terrain tires, CRAWL Control, Multi-terrain select, and electronic locking rear differential. As you can see, these special new Toyota TRD models are ready for anything... but they can still function as a day-to-day drive time solution for anyone hitting the road. See Orlando Toyota TRD models in person today Want to learn more or see which new Toyota TRD models we have on the lot now? Call Toyota of Orlando at (407) 298-4500, or swing by and see us at 3575 Vineland Road. We're just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall and we're open seven days a week!

There's a lot of variety up for grabs when you shop the new Toyota lineup. You'll find sedans, hatchbacks, hybrids, minivans, trucks, and SUVs at your fingertips, as well as a couple of pretty impressive sports car options. However, get ready - Toyota Great Britain hinted at the fact that Toyota is going to be adding high-performance models of every single car in the family in the future, giving you an even more expansive spread of quality cars to choose from. Toyota of Orlando has the details. Which new Toyota would you want to see in a TRD edition? Someone recently tweeted at Toyota Great Britain expressing their interest in Gazoo Racing (GRMN) version of the much-loved Toyota Hilux truck. TGB tweeted back and said "There are plans in the pipeline to introduce high-performance variants of all models in the future... watch this space!" And late last year, Toyota North America expressed interested in releasing even more TRD performance models of their lineup of vehicles. There are already quite a few that have sprung up in the production lineup, including various TRD Pro and Off-Road models of the: Toyota RAV4 Toyota Avalon Toyota Tundra Toyota Sequoia Toyota Tacoma Toyota Camry Toyota 86 Toyota 4Runner And more. Each new Toyota model comes decked out with special performance-oriented parts and accessories to take your drive time experience to a whole new level, and we can't wait to see more TRD models hit our lot at Toyota of Orlando in the coming years. However, to give you a little more insight into what TRD models have to offer, let's check out the 2019 Toyota TRD Pro Series! Here are some of the highlights you can expect when you get behind the wheel of one of these new Toyotas at Toyota of Orlando. This group consists of the Toyota Tundra, Toyota Tacoma, and Toyota 4Runner. Each model brings with it Fox Internal Bypass shocks that have been specially tuned by TRD engineers for all types of terrain The Toyota Tundra model offers 18" BBS forged-aluminum TRD wheels with all-terrain tired and new Rigid Industries LED fog lights. It also has a 1/4" aluminum skid plate and an integrated towing hitch. On the new Toyota Tacoma, you'll find a Desert Air intake, Rigid Industries fog lights, Multi-terrain select, CRAWL control, Hill Start Assist Control, TRD Pro 16" black alloy wheels with Kevlar reinforced Goodyear Wrangler tires, and a special TRD 1/4" aluminum skid plate for protection. The Toyota 4Runner breaks out features like a 1/4" aluminum skid plate, matte-black 17" alloy wheels with Nitto Terra Grappler all-terrain tires, CRAWL Control, Multi-terrain select, and electronic locking rear differential. As you can see, these special new Toyota TRD models are ready for anything... but they can still function as a day-to-day drive time solution for anyone hitting the road. See Orlando Toyota TRD models in person today Want to learn more or see which new Toyota TRD models we have on the lot now? Call Toyota of Orlando at (407) 298-4500, or swing by and see us at 3575 Vineland Road. We're just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall and we're open seven days a week!

Engine damage is a scary thought. It can mean expensive repairs, time in the shop (which means rental car fees) and an overall big inconvenience to your daily life. However, you don't need to stress - with the proper maintenance and precautions, engine damage is avoidable! Check out these tips straight from our Orlando Toyota service techs on how to prevent this situation from occurring under your hood. Use these 4 tips to prevent expensive auto repairs Tip #1: Never ignore your check engine light. Your check engine light comes on for a reason - it doesn't just light up for fun or to make your dash look brighter. When you see the light come on, your first step should be to check your gas cap. Sometimes if it's not tightened enough, the check engine light will be triggered. However, if it's screwed in tightly and you're still seeing the light glow, it's time to bring your car in for Orlando auto service. You may have an issue with your fuel injection system, your emissions system, your ignition, and more... and the longer you wait, the worse the damage can get! Tip #2: Don't turn up the radio to drown out off sounds. Don't try to ignore troublesome sounds by turning up the music (it's tempting, we know). Your car typically runs smoothly and quietly, and odd noises can mean something is going on under the hood. Rumbling, knocking, squealing, hissing, and rattling can all mean big issues in terms of engine damage and ignoring them isn't going to help the situation. Remember to periodically turn down the music and see how the car sounds so you can pinpoint anything that seems out of the ordinary immediately. Tip #3: Pay attention to smells inside the car. The interior of your car should smell good (especially if you're doing your due diligence and detailing it on a regular basis). If it smells like gasoline, hot oil, mildew, syrup, rotten eggs, or burning carpet, then you've got an issue with your auto service that should be addressed immediately to avoid engine damage. Tip #4: Handle smoke or steam immediately. Where there's smoke, there's fire. Don't ever ignore smoke or steam coming out of your engine bay. It can mean your car is overheating, oil or gasoline is leaking, or there's a problem with your emissions system. Bring your ride into Toyota of Orlando for service today. Let Toyota of Orlando get you on a routine car maintenance schedule On top of being vigilant about all of these things, keep your car on a routine Orlando car maintenance schedule to avoid engine damage. By keeping all the parts well-maintained and getting routine multi-point inspections, you're a lot less likely to have problems throughout ownership. Let our techs get you on a schedule based on your vehicle's needs. Have questions about engine damage or want to get your ride on a routine maintenance schedule! Call Toyota of Orlando's service department today. We're open seven days a week at (407) 298-0001 - don't forget to ask about our service specials to save money.

Engine damage is a scary thought. It can mean expensive repairs, time in the shop (which means rental car fees) and an overall big inconvenience to your daily life. However, you don't need to stress - with the proper maintenance and precautions, engine damage is avoidable! Check out these tips straight from our Orlando Toyota service techs on how to prevent this situation from occurring under your hood. Use these 4 tips to prevent expensive auto repairs Tip #1: Never ignore your check engine light. Your check engine light comes on for a reason - it doesn't just light up for fun or to make your dash look brighter. When you see the light come on, your first step should be to check your gas cap. Sometimes if it's not tightened enough, the check engine light will be triggered. However, if it's screwed in tightly and you're still seeing the light glow, it's time to bring your car in for Orlando auto service. You may have an issue with your fuel injection system, your emissions system, your ignition, and more... and the longer you wait, the worse the damage can get! Tip #2: Don't turn up the radio to drown out off sounds. Don't try to ignore troublesome sounds by turning up the music (it's tempting, we know). Your car typically runs smoothly and quietly, and odd noises can mean something is going on under the hood. Rumbling, knocking, squealing, hissing, and rattling can all mean big issues in terms of engine damage and ignoring them isn't going to help the situation. Remember to periodically turn down the music and see how the car sounds so you can pinpoint anything that seems out of the ordinary immediately. Tip #3: Pay attention to smells inside the car. The interior of your car should smell good (especially if you're doing your due diligence and detailing it on a regular basis). If it smells like gasoline, hot oil, mildew, syrup, rotten eggs, or burning carpet, then you've got an issue with your auto service that should be addressed immediately to avoid engine damage. Tip #4: Handle smoke or steam immediately. Where there's smoke, there's fire. Don't ever ignore smoke or steam coming out of your engine bay. It can mean your car is overheating, oil or gasoline is leaking, or there's a problem with your emissions system. Bring your ride into Toyota of Orlando for service today. Let Toyota of Orlando get you on a routine car maintenance schedule On top of being vigilant about all of these things, keep your car on a routine Orlando car maintenance schedule to avoid engine damage. By keeping all the parts well-maintained and getting routine multi-point inspections, you're a lot less likely to have problems throughout ownership. Let our techs get you on a schedule based on your vehicle's needs. Have questions about engine damage or want to get your ride on a routine maintenance schedule! Call Toyota of Orlando's service department today. We're open seven days a week at (407) 298-0001 - don't forget to ask about our service specials to save money.

Have you ever slid into the driver's seat, cranked the engine, and then realized that something stinks? And we're not talking your smoothie that you accidentally left in the backseat cupholder or that wet dog smell left over from last weekend's visit to the dog park. We're talking a stench that can only mean one thing - trouble under the hood. Toyota of Orlando is here to explain 6 different car smells, what they mean, and why you should never ignore them. Smell #1: Rotten eggs If you get a whiff of rotten eggs when you start the car, it can mean that you have traces of sulfur in your gasoline, which can cause hydrogen sulfide in your exhaust. You shouldn't ignore it because you likely have a problem with your fuel injection system OR your catalytic converter. Long story short, you're going to need our Orlando auto service techs to get under the hood. Smell #2: Like you're parked at a gas station If you smell gas inside the car and you're not actually parked at a gas station, you have a problem. Typically, this smell can indicate a leak from a fuel injection line or a fuel tank vent hose. Either way, your car is leaking a flammable liquid (and one that's harmful to inhale, too). Bring it into Toyota of Orlando to have our auto service techs check it out. Smell #3: Sweet maple syrup If you're getting a sweet, syrupy smell inside the cabin of your car, it means you have ethylene glycol leaking, aka coolant. You may have a hose leak or a leak in the radiator itself (or even a leaky radiator cap). Regardless, you're losing the fluid that keeps your car running cool and you don't want your ride to overheat. Smell #4: A gym locker room If your ride smells like a humid gym locker room when you turn on your air-conditioning, then you probably have mildew or mold inside the A/C system - most likely in the A/C condenser. The system needs to be dried out and our auto service techs can help you do it. Smell #5: Burning carpet If you smell burning carpet, it means your brake pads are working overtime and are overheated. Make sure your handbrake (or foot parking brake) isn't engaged, and then bring your car to our Orlando auto service center because it could mean an issue with a brake caliper piston. Smell #6: Hot oil (and not the good, fried food, lots of calories type oil) If you smell hot oil - and not oil like the inside of a McDonald's - then you likely have an oil leak under the hood. You'll find that this often stems from a leaky valve or seal and requires expertise to put things right. Ready to schedule Orlando auto service? Just call us today - we're open seven days a week with the longest service hours in Central Florida at (407) 298-0001!

Have you ever slid into the driver's seat, cranked the engine, and then realized that something stinks? And we're not talking your smoothie that you accidentally left in the backseat cupholder or that wet dog smell left over from last weekend's visit to the dog park. We're talking a stench that can only mean one thing - trouble under the hood. Toyota of Orlando is here to explain 6 different car smells, what they mean, and why you should never ignore them. Smell #1: Rotten eggs If you get a whiff of rotten eggs when you start the car, it can mean that you have traces of sulfur in your gasoline, which can cause hydrogen sulfide in your exhaust. You shouldn't ignore it because you likely have a problem with your fuel injection system OR your catalytic converter. Long story short, you're going to need our Orlando auto service techs to get under the hood. Smell #2: Like you're parked at a gas station If you smell gas inside the car and you're not actually parked at a gas station, you have a problem. Typically, this smell can indicate a leak from a fuel injection line or a fuel tank vent hose. Either way, your car is leaking a flammable liquid (and one that's harmful to inhale, too). Bring it into Toyota of Orlando to have our auto service techs check it out. Smell #3: Sweet maple syrup If you're getting a sweet, syrupy smell inside the cabin of your car, it means you have ethylene glycol leaking, aka coolant. You may have a hose leak or a leak in the radiator itself (or even a leaky radiator cap). Regardless, you're losing the fluid that keeps your car running cool and you don't want your ride to overheat. Smell #4: A gym locker room If your ride smells like a humid gym locker room when you turn on your air-conditioning, then you probably have mildew or mold inside the A/C system - most likely in the A/C condenser. The system needs to be dried out and our auto service techs can help you do it. Smell #5: Burning carpet If you smell burning carpet, it means your brake pads are working overtime and are overheated. Make sure your handbrake (or foot parking brake) isn't engaged, and then bring your car to our Orlando auto service center because it could mean an issue with a brake caliper piston. Smell #6: Hot oil (and not the good, fried food, lots of calories type oil) If you smell hot oil - and not oil like the inside of a McDonald's - then you likely have an oil leak under the hood. You'll find that this often stems from a leaky valve or seal and requires expertise to put things right. Ready to schedule Orlando auto service? Just call us today - we're open seven days a week with the longest service hours in Central Florida at (407) 298-0001!

Do you consider yourself to be a safe driver? Even if you think you're a pro when it comes to following the rules of the road and respecting your fellow travelers, there's always room for improvement... right? Toyota of Orlando is here with 8 tips to improve your day-to-day drive time even more and make you a better safe driver in the long run! #1: Educate yourself when it comes to defensive driving. Are you well-versed in defensive driving? This method of driving teaches you to be proactive and avoid accidents and collisions rather than just reacting to them as they happen. Get more tips from Toyota of Orlando, or invest in a defensive driving class to learn these skills. #2: Learn how to park. Learn  how to park properly at an angle, in a perpendicular spot, and parallel. Some tips to remember? Make sure the spot can actually fit your car (and it isn't too small), be mindful of your doors when you get out, and always try to park in well-lit and populated areas to avoid a car break-in. Relearn the basics to be a better safe driver #3: Never drive when you're tired. Driving when you're tired is just as dangerous as driving when you're drunk. Your chances of getting into an accident get much higher when you drive fatigued. Try to take a nap and caffeinate before you hit the road, or consider postponing your trip until you've gotten some sleep. #4: Know how to merge into traffic. Merging can be tricky and stressful, and it's also dangerous if you don't do it right. Learn how to merge properly - use your turn signal to indicate your movements and don't cut people off. Your best bet is to travel the speed limit and take your turn sliding into the flow of traffic, but don't go so slowly that you hold up traffic. #5: School yourself on how to handle difficult driving situations. Driving can be scary. You should teach yourself or take a course so you're comfortable driving in heavy rain, snow, on ice, in heavy traffic, and in extremely dark conditions (like on an unlit road at night). #6: Practice your skills. The best way to be a better safe driver is to practice the skills. It's easy to tune out in the driver's seat with a Spotify playlist or new podcast, but try to be mindful of your driving habits at all times so you sharpen your skills even further. Use Orlando Toyota tech to help you tackle the open road #7: Be aware of your blind spots. Do you know where your blind spots are and how to check them? All vehicles have them, but luckily there are ways around this danger. A lot of our Orlando Toyotas have blind spot monitors in them that will alert you to another vehicle in your blind spot, and you can also adjust your rearview and side mirrors to give you a clear field of vision in these areas. #8: Hold the wheel correctly. To be a better safe driver, you need to keep both hands on the wheel at all time. We used to be told that you should keep your hands at 10 and 2 on the wheel, but now experts recommend keeping them at 9 and 3 or even 8 and 4 for better control. Want more tips on how to be a better safe driver, or want to check out the safety tech on our cars? Come down to Toyota of Orlando today - we're just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall at 3575 Vineland Road.

Do you consider yourself to be a safe driver? Even if you think you're a pro when it comes to following the rules of the road and respecting your fellow travelers, there's always room for improvement... right? Toyota of Orlando is here with 8 tips to improve your day-to-day drive time even more and make you a better safe driver in the long run! #1: Educate yourself when it comes to defensive driving. Are you well-versed in defensive driving? This method of driving teaches you to be proactive and avoid accidents and collisions rather than just reacting to them as they happen. Get more tips from Toyota of Orlando, or invest in a defensive driving class to learn these skills. #2: Learn how to park. Learn  how to park properly at an angle, in a perpendicular spot, and parallel. Some tips to remember? Make sure the spot can actually fit your car (and it isn't too small), be mindful of your doors when you get out, and always try to park in well-lit and populated areas to avoid a car break-in. Relearn the basics to be a better safe driver #3: Never drive when you're tired. Driving when you're tired is just as dangerous as driving when you're drunk. Your chances of getting into an accident get much higher when you drive fatigued. Try to take a nap and caffeinate before you hit the road, or consider postponing your trip until you've gotten some sleep. #4: Know how to merge into traffic. Merging can be tricky and stressful, and it's also dangerous if you don't do it right. Learn how to merge properly - use your turn signal to indicate your movements and don't cut people off. Your best bet is to travel the speed limit and take your turn sliding into the flow of traffic, but don't go so slowly that you hold up traffic. #5: School yourself on how to handle difficult driving situations. Driving can be scary. You should teach yourself or take a course so you're comfortable driving in heavy rain, snow, on ice, in heavy traffic, and in extremely dark conditions (like on an unlit road at night). #6: Practice your skills. The best way to be a better safe driver is to practice the skills. It's easy to tune out in the driver's seat with a Spotify playlist or new podcast, but try to be mindful of your driving habits at all times so you sharpen your skills even further. Use Orlando Toyota tech to help you tackle the open road #7: Be aware of your blind spots. Do you know where your blind spots are and how to check them? All vehicles have them, but luckily there are ways around this danger. A lot of our Orlando Toyotas have blind spot monitors in them that will alert you to another vehicle in your blind spot, and you can also adjust your rearview and side mirrors to give you a clear field of vision in these areas. #8: Hold the wheel correctly. To be a better safe driver, you need to keep both hands on the wheel at all time. We used to be told that you should keep your hands at 10 and 2 on the wheel, but now experts recommend keeping them at 9 and 3 or even 8 and 4 for better control. Want more tips on how to be a better safe driver, or want to check out the safety tech on our cars? Come down to Toyota of Orlando today - we're just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall at 3575 Vineland Road.