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So you're shopping for your next green car, but you're unsure as to what you should purchase or lease. We get it! There are tons of options available when it comes to eco-friendly and fuel-efficient Orlando Toyotas, but we're always here to make your shopping process as streamlined and stress-free as possible. Today we're breaking down the three main categories of fuel-efficient options: electric cars, hybrid cars, and plug-in hybrid cars so you can decide which is better, a hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or electric car. What is a hybrid car? Chances are by now you've heard of hybrid cars. Toyota hybrids are renowned for their clean performance and fuel efficiency and the Orlando Toyota Prius started the hybrid car game years back. Basically, hybrid cars are 100% fueled by gasoline, but they don't rely only on gasoline to power them. They have electric motors in the car that work alongside the gasoline engine to power the car, and the two of them switch off and even work together sometimes to get the best mix of power and efficiency. The batteries in these cars are charged by the electric motors via regenerative braking - you never plug a true hybrid into an external source to charge it. What is a plug-in hybrid car? A plug-in hybrid car, on the other hand, is similar to a hybrid in that it is gasoline-powered. However, it has a much larger battery that can be plugged into an external source for charging. These cars run more on electric power than traditional hybrids, really only bringing gasoline power when absolutely necessary. Essentially, it's an electric car with a gasoline-powered safety net in case you run out of charge. If you can both plug it in to charge it AND put gasoline in it, it's a plug-in hybrid. What is an electric car? An electric car has a large battery that solely powers the vehicle. There is no gasoline-powered engine to use as a backup - these cars don't have gas tanks at all - and the car is charged from an external power source (aka plugging it into the wall). So what is better, a hybrid or a plug-in hybrid? It really comes down to your individual drive time needs. Here's the basic breakdown. What is the difference between hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric cars? Hybrid cars have a lot of pros. They're exceptionally versatile and you can drive long distances without worrying about charging; they're also not as expensive anymore because the technology has been around for a while and is constantly refining. However, you'll still have the maintenance costs (like oil changes) and some fuel costs like a normal car, and they aren't quite as efficient as an electric car or even a plug-in hybrid. Electric cars also have their benefits. They're zero emissions, have way fewer maintenance costs (no oil, fluids, etc. under the hood), and are much cheaper to operate as electricity is far less expensive than gasoline (especially now). On the other hand, you don't have a safety net so you HAVE to remember to charge your car, and if you're going to be driving long distances, you have to make sure charging stations will be in your range. Not only that, electric cars can be more expensive to buy. Plug-in hybrids are becoming more of a common go-to. They really offer the best of both worlds; they're green and efficient but also have that safety backup of a gasoline engine in case you need it. They used to be less popular because there weren't as many options available but this is no longer the case; many automotive makes offer plug-in options as a part of their regular lineup (including Toyota of Orlando). Shop for electric cars and more at Toyota of Orlando Have questions about the difference between hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and electric cars? Toyota of Orlando has the answers you need. We're open seven days a week at (407) 298-4500, and you can also stop by and see us in person at 3575 Vineland Road, just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall. You can shop all of our alternative fuel options online, too!

So you're shopping for your next green car, but you're unsure as to what you should purchase or lease. We get it! There are tons of options available when it comes to eco-friendly and fuel-efficient Orlando Toyotas, but we're always here to make your shopping process as streamlined and stress-free as possible. Today we're breaking down the three main categories of fuel-efficient options: electric cars, hybrid cars, and plug-in hybrid cars so you can decide which is better, a hybrid, plug-in hybrid, or electric car. What is a hybrid car? Chances are by now you've heard of hybrid cars. Toyota hybrids are renowned for their clean performance and fuel efficiency and the Orlando Toyota Prius started the hybrid car game years back. Basically, hybrid cars are 100% fueled by gasoline, but they don't rely only on gasoline to power them. They have electric motors in the car that work alongside the gasoline engine to power the car, and the two of them switch off and even work together sometimes to get the best mix of power and efficiency. The batteries in these cars are charged by the electric motors via regenerative braking - you never plug a true hybrid into an external source to charge it. What is a plug-in hybrid car? A plug-in hybrid car, on the other hand, is similar to a hybrid in that it is gasoline-powered. However, it has a much larger battery that can be plugged into an external source for charging. These cars run more on electric power than traditional hybrids, really only bringing gasoline power when absolutely necessary. Essentially, it's an electric car with a gasoline-powered safety net in case you run out of charge. If you can both plug it in to charge it AND put gasoline in it, it's a plug-in hybrid. What is an electric car? An electric car has a large battery that solely powers the vehicle. There is no gasoline-powered engine to use as a backup - these cars don't have gas tanks at all - and the car is charged from an external power source (aka plugging it into the wall). So what is better, a hybrid or a plug-in hybrid? It really comes down to your individual drive time needs. Here's the basic breakdown. What is the difference between hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric cars? Hybrid cars have a lot of pros. They're exceptionally versatile and you can drive long distances without worrying about charging; they're also not as expensive anymore because the technology has been around for a while and is constantly refining. However, you'll still have the maintenance costs (like oil changes) and some fuel costs like a normal car, and they aren't quite as efficient as an electric car or even a plug-in hybrid. Electric cars also have their benefits. They're zero emissions, have way fewer maintenance costs (no oil, fluids, etc. under the hood), and are much cheaper to operate as electricity is far less expensive than gasoline (especially now). On the other hand, you don't have a safety net so you HAVE to remember to charge your car, and if you're going to be driving long distances, you have to make sure charging stations will be in your range. Not only that, electric cars can be more expensive to buy. Plug-in hybrids are becoming more of a common go-to. They really offer the best of both worlds; they're green and efficient but also have that safety backup of a gasoline engine in case you need it. They used to be less popular because there weren't as many options available but this is no longer the case; many automotive makes offer plug-in options as a part of their regular lineup (including Toyota of Orlando). Shop for electric cars and more at Toyota of Orlando Have questions about the difference between hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and electric cars? Toyota of Orlando has the answers you need. We're open seven days a week at (407) 298-4500, and you can also stop by and see us in person at 3575 Vineland Road, just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall. You can shop all of our alternative fuel options online, too!

Routine car care is pretty simple. You get your tires rotated, your oil changed, your brakes done, and your battery checked as needed (and the techs at Toyota of Orlando can get you on a service schedule to make it even simpler). However, sometimes car ownership throws out-of-the-ordinary car care elements at you. Today we're walking you through a necessary auto service appointment that's not in the ordinary routine - fuel injector flushes. What is a fuel injector flush? Before you can understand what a fuel injector flush is, you need to know what a fuel injector is and its purpose in the grand scheme of things. Basically, the fuel injector is a pressurized valve that pushes fuel into the engine so your car can run. Since they're used often, over time they tend to collect grime, dirt, and soot, which can lead to an air-fuel mixture imbalance in your engine. Basically, less gas is able to get through to the engine, or gas is pushed through unevenly, which leads to performance problems and reduced fuel efficiency (which means more money spent at the pump). However, an easy way to remedy this is to get a fuel injector flush at Toyota of Orlando! During this auto service appointment, our techs will flush out your fuel injectors and fuel system with special chemicals. This will remove the dirt, debris, and other buildup that's accumulated in the system and also get rid of any corrosion that may be there. The benefits? You can get better gas mileage out of your car, reduce emissions to make your performance cleaner, and prolong the life of your vehicle in general. So how do you know if you need to schedule a fuel injector flush at Toyota of Orlando? Here are the main signs you may need this car care appointment on your calendar: Your car is stalling out when you're stopped at a light or in slow-moving traffic. You have a rough idle (your car sputters and shakes when it's running but you're not in motion). Your fuel efficiency has dropped below what it should be. This is because your car will try to push more fuel into the engine to accommodate the problem, and ends up using more gas than it should. Your RPM needle is moving erratically - it jumps up and down without warning and for no reason. Your engine is misfiring. This is when you hit the accelerator and instead of moving faster, your car sputters or takes more time than it should to pick up speed. You'll be able to rule out other issues. Fuel injector flushes can be diagnostic, ruling out other (more expensive) problems that might be causing similar symptoms in your car's performance. Schedule a fuel injector flush at Toyota of Orlando Think you might need a fuel injector flush? Our Orlando Toyota service techs can help. Call us today! We're open seven days a week at (407) 298-0001. You can also stop by 3575 Vineland Road to chat with our techs, or schedule your service online to make it easy. See you soon!

Routine car care is pretty simple. You get your tires rotated, your oil changed, your brakes done, and your battery checked as needed (and the techs at Toyota of Orlando can get you on a service schedule to make it even simpler). However, sometimes car ownership throws out-of-the-ordinary car care elements at you. Today we're walking you through a necessary auto service appointment that's not in the ordinary routine - fuel injector flushes. What is a fuel injector flush? Before you can understand what a fuel injector flush is, you need to know what a fuel injector is and its purpose in the grand scheme of things. Basically, the fuel injector is a pressurized valve that pushes fuel into the engine so your car can run. Since they're used often, over time they tend to collect grime, dirt, and soot, which can lead to an air-fuel mixture imbalance in your engine. Basically, less gas is able to get through to the engine, or gas is pushed through unevenly, which leads to performance problems and reduced fuel efficiency (which means more money spent at the pump). However, an easy way to remedy this is to get a fuel injector flush at Toyota of Orlando! During this auto service appointment, our techs will flush out your fuel injectors and fuel system with special chemicals. This will remove the dirt, debris, and other buildup that's accumulated in the system and also get rid of any corrosion that may be there. The benefits? You can get better gas mileage out of your car, reduce emissions to make your performance cleaner, and prolong the life of your vehicle in general. So how do you know if you need to schedule a fuel injector flush at Toyota of Orlando? Here are the main signs you may need this car care appointment on your calendar: Your car is stalling out when you're stopped at a light or in slow-moving traffic. You have a rough idle (your car sputters and shakes when it's running but you're not in motion). Your fuel efficiency has dropped below what it should be. This is because your car will try to push more fuel into the engine to accommodate the problem, and ends up using more gas than it should. Your RPM needle is moving erratically - it jumps up and down without warning and for no reason. Your engine is misfiring. This is when you hit the accelerator and instead of moving faster, your car sputters or takes more time than it should to pick up speed. You'll be able to rule out other issues. Fuel injector flushes can be diagnostic, ruling out other (more expensive) problems that might be causing similar symptoms in your car's performance. Schedule a fuel injector flush at Toyota of Orlando Think you might need a fuel injector flush? Our Orlando Toyota service techs can help. Call us today! We're open seven days a week at (407) 298-0001. You can also stop by 3575 Vineland Road to chat with our techs, or schedule your service online to make it easy. See you soon!

It's FINALLY official - the 2023 GR Corolla is coming to Toyota of Orlando. We've been waiting, combing through the endless teasers that Toyota has dropped, and hoping that this day would come... and here it is. We've got the details on exactly what the new GR Corolla will offer when it arrives - keep scrolling! The 2023 GR Corolla will arrive at Toyota of Orlando later this year The 2023 GR Corolla will be available later this year at Toyota of Orlando and will come in two grades: Core and Circuit. Circuit will ONLY be available for purchase in the 2023 launch year. There are three packages available to add on - Performance, Technology, and Cold Weather. There's so much to unpack for the new 2023 GR Corolla that we're going to break it up into sections - let's start with performance. Here are the highlights: This new Orlando Toyota is rally-ready. It has the first sports all-wheel-drive system in 20 years - GR-FOUR - and offers exceptional control and traction with power being sent to each wheel. The system is also simple and lightweight to optimize performance. Changing the performance is as easy as the twist of a dial. Drivers can set their front/rear torque distribution to 60:40 for everyday driving, 30:70 for a sportier experience or winding roads, and 50:50 for maximum stability at high speeds (like on a track). The Orlando GR Corolla also has front and rear Torsen Limited-Slip Differentials for enhanced cornering and grip, as well as control of left AND right-hand drive torque distribution on the front and rear axles. Remember the GR Yaris and how mad everyone (we) was that it wasn't coming to the US? The 2023 GR Corolla will offer the same turbocharged G16E-GTS powerplant under the hood... but it's been boosted. The 3-cylinder engine has more power thanks to a new engine exhaust with a 3-piece muffler - this design means less exhaust pressure AND outside noise. The G16E engine also offers multi-oil jet piston cooling, large-diameter exhaust valves, and a part-machined intake port. Maximum power is 300 horsepower and 273 lb-ft torque in this Orlando Toyota. You'll also get a single-scroll ball-bearing turbo in the GR Corolla with a 6-speed intelligent manual transmission with rev-matching to handle high torque with ease. There's also Toyota's D-4S direct and port fuel injection system for maximum fuel dispersion and efficiency. The 2023 GR Corolla has a shift lever with a shortened stroke for quick throw and a pull-type mechanical parking brake. The front suspension is MacPherson type strut design with circuit-tuned coil springs, shock absorbers, and stabilizer bars for light weight and firm handling while the rear suspension uses a double-wishbone multilink system to accommodate the AWD system. The new 2023 GR Corolla has wide tread tires for high cornering and high-speed stability and you'll love the 18" gloss-black 15-spoke cast alloy wheels. It also showcases fixed-caliper disc brakes (painted red with the GR logo, of course) for maximum stopping power. The Orlando Toyota car itself has a highly rigid body that was specially designed just for this vehicle. It showcases more weld points in the frame and extensive use of structural adhesive. PHEW. Let's talk about aesthetics now, like we're not already excited enough. As you well know, the GR Corolla is a hot hatchback. There was a focus in the design to make it as lightweight as possible. Here are a few things we love: On the special Circuit Edition of the new GR Corolla, the roof is made of forged carbon fiber to make it lighter. Aluminum was used for the hood and front door panels, as well as high-tensile steel to ensure a safe structure. The nose of the GR Corolla ascends to a tapered roofline for the best possible aerodynamics, and the rear spoiler creates more downforce. It also has lower rockers to make air flow down the sides of the car, and features hood, fender, and rear bumper ducts as well as a flat underfloor to reduce drag. The 2023 GR Corolla sits wide and low to the ground for the best possible handling. It has wide front and rear fender flares. It also showcases a black matrix grille and LED exterior lighting, as well as gloss black exterior accents, a shark fin antenna, and rear wings. The interior of the 2023 GR Corolla has a 12.3" color multi-information display with a GR meter that displays 4WD mode, gear position indicator, a tachometer, and the turbo pressure. There are Brin Naud suede and synthetic-leather trimmed sport seats with red stitching, red mesh inserts, and GR badging available as well as heated front seats and steering wheel. The GR Corolla will also offer features like a push-button start, aluminum sport pedals, automatic climate control, power windows with one-touch auto up/down, 2 USB charging ports and one 12V auxiliary power outlet, and Qi wireless charging. Additionally, this Toyota sports car has the Toyota Audio Multimedia system with an 8" touchscreen, Bluetooth, Drive Connect Intelligent Assistant, voice control, and cloud-based native navigation. You'll also have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto at your fingertips, as well las a 4G WiFi hotspot and optional JBL sound system. And finally, let's talk extras. Each 2023 GR Corolla will come standard with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, a rear-seat reminder, a Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, and Hill Start Assist Control as well as a one-year trial subscription of Toyota Safety Connect. Follow us on social media for the latest updates on the Orlando GR Corolla We're already ready to climb into the driver's seat - are you? For more information, follow us on social media OR call. Toyota of Orlando is open seven days a week at (407) 298-4500 and the new 2023 GR Corolla will arrive later this year!

It's FINALLY official - the 2023 GR Corolla is coming to Toyota of Orlando. We've been waiting, combing through the endless teasers that Toyota has dropped, and hoping that this day would come... and here it is. We've got the details on exactly what the new GR Corolla will offer when it arrives - keep scrolling! The 2023 GR Corolla will arrive at Toyota of Orlando later this year The 2023 GR Corolla will be available later this year at Toyota of Orlando and will come in two grades: Core and Circuit. Circuit will ONLY be available for purchase in the 2023 launch year. There are three packages available to add on - Performance, Technology, and Cold Weather. There's so much to unpack for the new 2023 GR Corolla that we're going to break it up into sections - let's start with performance. Here are the highlights: This new Orlando Toyota is rally-ready. It has the first sports all-wheel-drive system in 20 years - GR-FOUR - and offers exceptional control and traction with power being sent to each wheel. The system is also simple and lightweight to optimize performance. Changing the performance is as easy as the twist of a dial. Drivers can set their front/rear torque distribution to 60:40 for everyday driving, 30:70 for a sportier experience or winding roads, and 50:50 for maximum stability at high speeds (like on a track). The Orlando GR Corolla also has front and rear Torsen Limited-Slip Differentials for enhanced cornering and grip, as well as control of left AND right-hand drive torque distribution on the front and rear axles. Remember the GR Yaris and how mad everyone (we) was that it wasn't coming to the US? The 2023 GR Corolla will offer the same turbocharged G16E-GTS powerplant under the hood... but it's been boosted. The 3-cylinder engine has more power thanks to a new engine exhaust with a 3-piece muffler - this design means less exhaust pressure AND outside noise. The G16E engine also offers multi-oil jet piston cooling, large-diameter exhaust valves, and a part-machined intake port. Maximum power is 300 horsepower and 273 lb-ft torque in this Orlando Toyota. You'll also get a single-scroll ball-bearing turbo in the GR Corolla with a 6-speed intelligent manual transmission with rev-matching to handle high torque with ease. There's also Toyota's D-4S direct and port fuel injection system for maximum fuel dispersion and efficiency. The 2023 GR Corolla has a shift lever with a shortened stroke for quick throw and a pull-type mechanical parking brake. The front suspension is MacPherson type strut design with circuit-tuned coil springs, shock absorbers, and stabilizer bars for light weight and firm handling while the rear suspension uses a double-wishbone multilink system to accommodate the AWD system. The new 2023 GR Corolla has wide tread tires for high cornering and high-speed stability and you'll love the 18" gloss-black 15-spoke cast alloy wheels. It also showcases fixed-caliper disc brakes (painted red with the GR logo, of course) for maximum stopping power. The Orlando Toyota car itself has a highly rigid body that was specially designed just for this vehicle. It showcases more weld points in the frame and extensive use of structural adhesive. PHEW. Let's talk about aesthetics now, like we're not already excited enough. As you well know, the GR Corolla is a hot hatchback. There was a focus in the design to make it as lightweight as possible. Here are a few things we love: On the special Circuit Edition of the new GR Corolla, the roof is made of forged carbon fiber to make it lighter. Aluminum was used for the hood and front door panels, as well as high-tensile steel to ensure a safe structure. The nose of the GR Corolla ascends to a tapered roofline for the best possible aerodynamics, and the rear spoiler creates more downforce. It also has lower rockers to make air flow down the sides of the car, and features hood, fender, and rear bumper ducts as well as a flat underfloor to reduce drag. The 2023 GR Corolla sits wide and low to the ground for the best possible handling. It has wide front and rear fender flares. It also showcases a black matrix grille and LED exterior lighting, as well as gloss black exterior accents, a shark fin antenna, and rear wings. The interior of the 2023 GR Corolla has a 12.3" color multi-information display with a GR meter that displays 4WD mode, gear position indicator, a tachometer, and the turbo pressure. There are Brin Naud suede and synthetic-leather trimmed sport seats with red stitching, red mesh inserts, and GR badging available as well as heated front seats and steering wheel. The GR Corolla will also offer features like a push-button start, aluminum sport pedals, automatic climate control, power windows with one-touch auto up/down, 2 USB charging ports and one 12V auxiliary power outlet, and Qi wireless charging. Additionally, this Toyota sports car has the Toyota Audio Multimedia system with an 8" touchscreen, Bluetooth, Drive Connect Intelligent Assistant, voice control, and cloud-based native navigation. You'll also have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto at your fingertips, as well las a 4G WiFi hotspot and optional JBL sound system. And finally, let's talk extras. Each 2023 GR Corolla will come standard with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, a rear-seat reminder, a Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, and Hill Start Assist Control as well as a one-year trial subscription of Toyota Safety Connect. Follow us on social media for the latest updates on the Orlando GR Corolla We're already ready to climb into the driver's seat - are you? For more information, follow us on social media OR call. Toyota of Orlando is open seven days a week at (407) 298-4500 and the new 2023 GR Corolla will arrive later this year!

When you're out on the highway, you've got a lot on your plate when it comes to safe driving. You're moving at higher speeds (which can make it harder to control your car and react quickly to other vehicles) and so are the cars around you. Bad weather, fatigued drivers, and traffic complicate things even further, but one of the most common scary situations is driving around semi-trucks. Check out these tips for safe driving around semis from the experts at Toyota of Orlando. Five safe driving tips for when you're around semi-trucks Tip #1: Stay out of their blind spots. Tractor-trailers and semi-trucks have much larger blind spots than your typical passenger car. Be sure to stay out of them. A good way to tell if you're in one is this quick test: If you can't see the driver's side mirrors, then they can't see you. Try not to linger in blind spots so you can better avoid an accident. Tip #2: Pass on the left. Another safe driving tip for driving around semi-trucks is to always pass on the left - as that's the typical lane you would use to pass - and never pass on a double yellow line. Be sure to pass the truck quickly but safely, sticking to the speed limit, and use your blinkers to indicate your movements to other cars. Additionally, be sure to give the semi-truck plenty of space when you're moving over to get in front of it. (Don't cut them off.) Tip #3: Don't drive next to them for longer than you have to. This safe driving tip comes straight from a truck driver - don't drive next to a tractor-trailer truck any longer than you have to. If a tire blows out, they could easily lose control and swerve into you, doing some major, even fatal, damage. Try not to coast alongside them when you're out on the highway in your Orlando Toyota. Tip #4: Avoid them in high winds. In the same vein, you should avoid driving next to these trucks when it's particularly windy out. Semi-trucks and tractor-trailers have more surface area, so the wind affects them more and can push them into your lane. Tip #5: Give them plenty of space. Semi-trucks have a lot more weight than your Orlando Toyota and as such, need lots of space to come to a full stop, to make turns, and to pass. Be sure to give them that necessary space; never tailgate or follow too closely. If you were to rear-end a semi-truck, your bumper wouldn't help in the collision - it's more than likely that your windshield would hit the truck instead, putting you in extreme danger. Remember, a tractor-trailer or semi-truck can weigh 16 times more than your car - you would definitely be in the losing spot if you got into a collision with one. Always pay close attention when behind the wheel, especially on the highway, and put your best defensive driving techniques into play. Follow us on social media for more safe driving tips Want more safe driving tips for your time on the road? Call Toyota of Orlando at (407) 298-4500 or follow us on social media today!

When you're out on the highway, you've got a lot on your plate when it comes to safe driving. You're moving at higher speeds (which can make it harder to control your car and react quickly to other vehicles) and so are the cars around you. Bad weather, fatigued drivers, and traffic complicate things even further, but one of the most common scary situations is driving around semi-trucks. Check out these tips for safe driving around semis from the experts at Toyota of Orlando. Five safe driving tips for when you're around semi-trucks Tip #1: Stay out of their blind spots. Tractor-trailers and semi-trucks have much larger blind spots than your typical passenger car. Be sure to stay out of them. A good way to tell if you're in one is this quick test: If you can't see the driver's side mirrors, then they can't see you. Try not to linger in blind spots so you can better avoid an accident. Tip #2: Pass on the left. Another safe driving tip for driving around semi-trucks is to always pass on the left - as that's the typical lane you would use to pass - and never pass on a double yellow line. Be sure to pass the truck quickly but safely, sticking to the speed limit, and use your blinkers to indicate your movements to other cars. Additionally, be sure to give the semi-truck plenty of space when you're moving over to get in front of it. (Don't cut them off.) Tip #3: Don't drive next to them for longer than you have to. This safe driving tip comes straight from a truck driver - don't drive next to a tractor-trailer truck any longer than you have to. If a tire blows out, they could easily lose control and swerve into you, doing some major, even fatal, damage. Try not to coast alongside them when you're out on the highway in your Orlando Toyota. Tip #4: Avoid them in high winds. In the same vein, you should avoid driving next to these trucks when it's particularly windy out. Semi-trucks and tractor-trailers have more surface area, so the wind affects them more and can push them into your lane. Tip #5: Give them plenty of space. Semi-trucks have a lot more weight than your Orlando Toyota and as such, need lots of space to come to a full stop, to make turns, and to pass. Be sure to give them that necessary space; never tailgate or follow too closely. If you were to rear-end a semi-truck, your bumper wouldn't help in the collision - it's more than likely that your windshield would hit the truck instead, putting you in extreme danger. Remember, a tractor-trailer or semi-truck can weigh 16 times more than your car - you would definitely be in the losing spot if you got into a collision with one. Always pay close attention when behind the wheel, especially on the highway, and put your best defensive driving techniques into play. Follow us on social media for more safe driving tips Want more safe driving tips for your time on the road? Call Toyota of Orlando at (407) 298-4500 or follow us on social media today!

Are you looking to add a little (or a lot) of excitement to your day-t0-day drive time? An easy way to do it is to get behind the wheel of a new Toyota sports car. And not only do we have a great inventory of new and used Toyota options for you to shop at Toyota of Orlando, but we've also got the latest and greatest news when it comes to Toyota sports cars. Here's what's fresh this week. Toyota sports cars are hitting it hard this week A Toyota GR86 drifts through a mall: Yup, you read right. Toyota Gazoo Racing's latest update in their popular "Pitch" campaign is featuring the exciting new Toyota GR86. If you recall, the first installment focused on the Toyota GR Supra and its incredible performance capabilities in different driving scenarios, including a thrilling jump into the sunset at the end of the ad. The latest installment of the campaign switches out vehicles to feature the Toyota GR86. In the ad, the car races and drifts through an empty mall to then be joined by two drift racing versions of the GR Supra as they wend their way through abandoned storefronts. In the end, a "flying V" idea is pitched, hinting (once again) at the fact that a new GR member is coming to the family, teasing the much-anticipated GR Corolla. If you want to see just how incredible this new Toyota sports car actually is, see it here! Toyota debuts new Toyota GR Supra limited-run race car: Calling all Orlando Toyota Supra fans - good news. An all-new Toyota GR Supra GT4 50 Edition is coming to the market rocking a sleek and unique red exterior and other exclusive features. Here's what you can expect: Gold livery on the aforementioned unique red exterior A new driver's racing seat with embroidered badging, as well as 50 Edition badging throughout the interior A numbered plaque (denoting which of the special editions the car is) attached to the sporty carbon fiber dashboard An indoor car cover for safe transport And this Toyota sports car is ready to hit the track. The interior has been almost gutted and has a carbon-fiber unit for a dashboard, as well as a high-strength roll cage. Additionally, it has the popular 3.0L inline-six that churns out 424 horsepower. The bad news? Only six models of this special Toyota sports car will be produced and released to the public so if you want one, you're going to have to act fast. Toyota to debut its newest Gazoo Racing sports car: A press release hit our inbox this morning and didn't give much away, but did reveal that Toyota will be unveiling its newest addition to the GR family this Thursday night (3/31) at 9:30 pm. Our take? It's the new GR Corolla hot hatch. Toyota has been dropping teasers and hints that this incredible car - now only found overseas - would be making its way to the U.S., including in their latest GR ad (the one we talked about above). We're ready to get our hands on this new Toyota sports car at Toyota of Orlando, and we'll keep you posted as to what it will bring to the table! Follow our Orlando Toyota dealership on social media for updates Want the latest news when it comes to Toyota sports cars? Follow us on social media OR call today. Toyota of Orlando has all the info you need and we're open until 10 pm every single night at (407) 298-4500.

Are you looking to add a little (or a lot) of excitement to your day-t0-day drive time? An easy way to do it is to get behind the wheel of a new Toyota sports car. And not only do we have a great inventory of new and used Toyota options for you to shop at Toyota of Orlando, but we've also got the latest and greatest news when it comes to Toyota sports cars. Here's what's fresh this week. Toyota sports cars are hitting it hard this week A Toyota GR86 drifts through a mall: Yup, you read right. Toyota Gazoo Racing's latest update in their popular "Pitch" campaign is featuring the exciting new Toyota GR86. If you recall, the first installment focused on the Toyota GR Supra and its incredible performance capabilities in different driving scenarios, including a thrilling jump into the sunset at the end of the ad. The latest installment of the campaign switches out vehicles to feature the Toyota GR86. In the ad, the car races and drifts through an empty mall to then be joined by two drift racing versions of the GR Supra as they wend their way through abandoned storefronts. In the end, a "flying V" idea is pitched, hinting (once again) at the fact that a new GR member is coming to the family, teasing the much-anticipated GR Corolla. If you want to see just how incredible this new Toyota sports car actually is, see it here! Toyota debuts new Toyota GR Supra limited-run race car: Calling all Orlando Toyota Supra fans - good news. An all-new Toyota GR Supra GT4 50 Edition is coming to the market rocking a sleek and unique red exterior and other exclusive features. Here's what you can expect: Gold livery on the aforementioned unique red exterior A new driver's racing seat with embroidered badging, as well as 50 Edition badging throughout the interior A numbered plaque (denoting which of the special editions the car is) attached to the sporty carbon fiber dashboard An indoor car cover for safe transport And this Toyota sports car is ready to hit the track. The interior has been almost gutted and has a carbon-fiber unit for a dashboard, as well as a high-strength roll cage. Additionally, it has the popular 3.0L inline-six that churns out 424 horsepower. The bad news? Only six models of this special Toyota sports car will be produced and released to the public so if you want one, you're going to have to act fast. Toyota to debut its newest Gazoo Racing sports car: A press release hit our inbox this morning and didn't give much away, but did reveal that Toyota will be unveiling its newest addition to the GR family this Thursday night (3/31) at 9:30 pm. Our take? It's the new GR Corolla hot hatch. Toyota has been dropping teasers and hints that this incredible car - now only found overseas - would be making its way to the U.S., including in their latest GR ad (the one we talked about above). We're ready to get our hands on this new Toyota sports car at Toyota of Orlando, and we'll keep you posted as to what it will bring to the table! Follow our Orlando Toyota dealership on social media for updates Want the latest news when it comes to Toyota sports cars? Follow us on social media OR call today. Toyota of Orlando has all the info you need and we're open until 10 pm every single night at (407) 298-4500.

So you're shopping for a new hybrid car. Whether you want to go greener in your drive time, cut back on fuel costs, or both, you're in the right frame of mind if you're looking for hybrid cars. And luckily for you, there are tons of hybrid options on the market right now, giving you plenty of opportunities to find the right new car for all of your driving needs. And here at Toyota of Orlando, we think a new Toyota hybrid is the best fit. We're biased, sure, but we do have facts to back us up. If you're in the market for a hybrid car, check out these reasons we think a new Toyota hybrid is your best bet! Why are Toyota hybrid cars the best bet? Reason #1: Hybrid Synergy Drive. Orlando Toyota hybrids have a special technology under the hood that was developed (and is reserved for) Toyota called Hybrid Synergy Drive. This unique system uses a gasoline engine and an electric motor interchangeably, swapping them out as often as possible to give you the performance you need when you need it. They swap seamlessly and each alone can power the vehicle. Further, regenerative braking helps to ensure that the battery gets the power it needs. Reason #2: Lower emissions. Did you know that your favorite Orlando Toyota hybrids actually are better for the environment than other hybrid makes? They're exceptionally efficient when it comes to using gas, which means fewer emissions in general since you can use the electric motor to power the car more often. Additionally, Toyota hybrids release the smallest amount of NOx, which is an exhaust mission that's harmful to the planet. Reason #3: Better quality hybrids. Toyota is the frontrunner when it comes to hybrid cars - the introduction of the Orlando Toyota Prius to the market is what started the hybrid movement if you recall. The popularity of these cars has led to a boom in sales, which in turn has led to reinvestment of the profit into research and development. This allows Toyota to not only refine and improve their hybrid cars, but also develop new models AND work on electric cars and hydrogen fuel call cars as well. Reason #4: The most options. Toyota offers the greatest number of hybrid car options - more than any other car producer. This means there's something for everyone in our lineup. We've got everything from the large and family-friendly Toyota Highlander Hybrid SUV down to the compact and sporty Toyota Corolla Hybrid in our lineup, and they're all waiting for your test drive. See our Toyota hybrids in person at Toyota of Orlando Don't delay - go green today! Toyota of Orlando is ready and waiting to get you behind the wheel of a new Toyota hybrid at 3575 Vineland Road, just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall. Shop online OR in person - you can call ahead to schedule a test drive at (407) 298-4500 today.

So you're shopping for a new hybrid car. Whether you want to go greener in your drive time, cut back on fuel costs, or both, you're in the right frame of mind if you're looking for hybrid cars. And luckily for you, there are tons of hybrid options on the market right now, giving you plenty of opportunities to find the right new car for all of your driving needs. And here at Toyota of Orlando, we think a new Toyota hybrid is the best fit. We're biased, sure, but we do have facts to back us up. If you're in the market for a hybrid car, check out these reasons we think a new Toyota hybrid is your best bet! Why are Toyota hybrid cars the best bet? Reason #1: Hybrid Synergy Drive. Orlando Toyota hybrids have a special technology under the hood that was developed (and is reserved for) Toyota called Hybrid Synergy Drive. This unique system uses a gasoline engine and an electric motor interchangeably, swapping them out as often as possible to give you the performance you need when you need it. They swap seamlessly and each alone can power the vehicle. Further, regenerative braking helps to ensure that the battery gets the power it needs. Reason #2: Lower emissions. Did you know that your favorite Orlando Toyota hybrids actually are better for the environment than other hybrid makes? They're exceptionally efficient when it comes to using gas, which means fewer emissions in general since you can use the electric motor to power the car more often. Additionally, Toyota hybrids release the smallest amount of NOx, which is an exhaust mission that's harmful to the planet. Reason #3: Better quality hybrids. Toyota is the frontrunner when it comes to hybrid cars - the introduction of the Orlando Toyota Prius to the market is what started the hybrid movement if you recall. The popularity of these cars has led to a boom in sales, which in turn has led to reinvestment of the profit into research and development. This allows Toyota to not only refine and improve their hybrid cars, but also develop new models AND work on electric cars and hydrogen fuel call cars as well. Reason #4: The most options. Toyota offers the greatest number of hybrid car options - more than any other car producer. This means there's something for everyone in our lineup. We've got everything from the large and family-friendly Toyota Highlander Hybrid SUV down to the compact and sporty Toyota Corolla Hybrid in our lineup, and they're all waiting for your test drive. See our Toyota hybrids in person at Toyota of Orlando Don't delay - go green today! Toyota of Orlando is ready and waiting to get you behind the wheel of a new Toyota hybrid at 3575 Vineland Road, just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall. Shop online OR in person - you can call ahead to schedule a test drive at (407) 298-4500 today.