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Are you a fan of the Toyota FJ Cruiser? This much-loved Orlando Toyota SUV had quite the run - it was introduced into the market back in 2003 and was a popular option until it was discontinued by Toyota in 2014. Off-roaders and commuters alike loved it for its versatility, its reliable and durable performance, and its unique style (it was a throwback to the original FJ40). If you miss this fan favorite, then you're in luck... it's rumored that a new model that's similar MAY be coming to fruition in Japan in the year 2020! What is the Toyota TJ Cruiser? Back in 2017, the Toyota TJ Cruiser was teased as a concept car at the Tokyo Motor Show. As we all know, concepts sometimes lead to nothing - sometimes, they're just cool ideas but never make it onto the production line. Not with the Toyota TJ Cruiser. This part-SUV, part-minivan solution is supposedly hitting the market overseas in 2020, and Toyota of Orlando has the scoop on what it'll offer when it arrives. The exterior of the new Toyota TJ Cruiser is boxy but slightly reminiscent of the beloved Toyota FJ Cruiser. The interior seats 4, with a fold-down rear seat AND passenger seat so you can easily maximize your cargo space. However, some rumors indicate that a third-row bench seat will be an option. While the two front doors open regularly, the two back doors are sliding (like the Orlando Toyota Sienna). What about performance? So far, we know that the engine compartment opens in the opposite direction of all other Toyotas (kind of like a semi-truck). However, instead of having a V6 engine like the FJ, the new Toyota TJ Cruiser will offer a hybrid power train (similar to what the Toyota Prius brings to the table). A 1.8L powertrain and 2.0L 4-cylinder engine will likely be under the hood, which means this futuristic model will offer incredible fuel efficiency. When will it actually arrive in Japan, though? According to a recently published article from a Japanese vehicle journalism site, Toyota has made the decision to unveil the production model (not the concent model) at the Tokyo Motor Show this October, and then roll it out of production in December for it to be sold in 2020. We don't know that this car will ever make it to the US, but it WILL be built on the TNGA platform, which many production Toyotas are being built on. We'd welcome it at our Orlando Toyota dealership but we'll have to play the waiting game and see! Explore hybrids AND SUVs at Toyota of Orlando today! In the interim, however, we've got plenty of options for you. If you're looking for a hybrid, explore our models! You can also test drive SUVs like the Toyota 4Runner, Toyota Sequoia, Toyota Highlander, and more! Schedule your appointment today - call (407) 298-4500, or swing by 3575 Vineland Road, just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall to see our entire inventory.

Are you a fan of the Toyota FJ Cruiser? This much-loved Orlando Toyota SUV had quite the run - it was introduced into the market back in 2003 and was a popular option until it was discontinued by Toyota in 2014. Off-roaders and commuters alike loved it for its versatility, its reliable and durable performance, and its unique style (it was a throwback to the original FJ40). If you miss this fan favorite, then you're in luck... it's rumored that a new model that's similar MAY be coming to fruition in Japan in the year 2020! What is the Toyota TJ Cruiser? Back in 2017, the Toyota TJ Cruiser was teased as a concept car at the Tokyo Motor Show. As we all know, concepts sometimes lead to nothing - sometimes, they're just cool ideas but never make it onto the production line. Not with the Toyota TJ Cruiser. This part-SUV, part-minivan solution is supposedly hitting the market overseas in 2020, and Toyota of Orlando has the scoop on what it'll offer when it arrives. The exterior of the new Toyota TJ Cruiser is boxy but slightly reminiscent of the beloved Toyota FJ Cruiser. The interior seats 4, with a fold-down rear seat AND passenger seat so you can easily maximize your cargo space. However, some rumors indicate that a third-row bench seat will be an option. While the two front doors open regularly, the two back doors are sliding (like the Orlando Toyota Sienna). What about performance? So far, we know that the engine compartment opens in the opposite direction of all other Toyotas (kind of like a semi-truck). However, instead of having a V6 engine like the FJ, the new Toyota TJ Cruiser will offer a hybrid power train (similar to what the Toyota Prius brings to the table). A 1.8L powertrain and 2.0L 4-cylinder engine will likely be under the hood, which means this futuristic model will offer incredible fuel efficiency. When will it actually arrive in Japan, though? According to a recently published article from a Japanese vehicle journalism site, Toyota has made the decision to unveil the production model (not the concent model) at the Tokyo Motor Show this October, and then roll it out of production in December for it to be sold in 2020. We don't know that this car will ever make it to the US, but it WILL be built on the TNGA platform, which many production Toyotas are being built on. We'd welcome it at our Orlando Toyota dealership but we'll have to play the waiting game and see! Explore hybrids AND SUVs at Toyota of Orlando today! In the interim, however, we've got plenty of options for you. If you're looking for a hybrid, explore our models! You can also test drive SUVs like the Toyota 4Runner, Toyota Sequoia, Toyota Highlander, and more! Schedule your appointment today - call (407) 298-4500, or swing by 3575 Vineland Road, just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall to see our entire inventory.

Everyone knows that Toyota is committed to the environment. In fact, they were the frontrunners for the hybrid car movement; the iconic Orlando Toyota Prius was the first vehicle that really allowed drivers to go green with the turn of a key. But a new initiative is on the horizon and Toyota is working harder than ever to do its part to save Mother Earth through sustainability. Toyota of Orlando has the scoop! What is the Toyota Environmental Challenge 2050? The initiative is called Toyota's Environmental Challenge 2050, and it has five steps built into its roadmap to help increase sustainability and keep our planet nice and green. It's goals? To achieve the following: Eliminate CO2 emissions from Orlando Toyotas by 90% from 2010 levels Minimize/optimize water usage Help create a recycling-based society Support biodiversity and work in harmony with nature Eliminate CO2 emissions from Toyota operations And here are the steps they plan to take to make it happen. 5 steps to make sustainability happen Step #1: To preserve national parks with old car batteries. To do so, Toyota plans to repurpose old Toyota Camry batteries and use them to store power collected by solar panels for future use. This will allow parks to rely more on solar power rather than diesel or propane to run their backup generators. Step #2: To establish recyclable water systems - Toyota plans to increase sustainability at its operations by eliminating water waste, establish systems that use 100% recycled or reused water, spread word about water conservation, and help their major suppliers take the same initiatives. In fact, Toyota's headquarters in Plano, TX has already implemented a rainwater harvesting system. Step #3: To teach a recycle-first mindset. Toyota wants to increase its use of sustainable materials AND increase the life of its vehicles' parts, eliminate waste disposal via recycling, and share insights with the community. Not only do they encourage their employees to recycle, but they're also reducing raw material usage to do away with waste. Step #4: To promote biodiversity in North America. Toyota will work to protect species across the country, conserve natural habitats, and share insights to help others do the same. Did you know that Toyota is helping to preserve areas of the Galapagos Islands to prevent contamination of the islands? They're also working right here in the U.S., sustaining 1,000+ acres of wilderness at 12 different sites. Step #5: To partner for a sustainable future. Toyota wants to share its expertise and experiences in sustainability with its partners and the community to help other major players achieve the same goals. Right now, Toyota sponsors National Public Lands Day, where volunteers dedicate hours on a massive scale to keep public lands pristine and clean. Want to learn more about Toyota's sustainability initiatives, or want to integrate a little more green into your drive time? Call Toyota of Orlando today to set up a test drive in one of our new Toyota hybrids. We're open seven days a week at (407) 298-4500.

Everyone knows that Toyota is committed to the environment. In fact, they were the frontrunners for the hybrid car movement; the iconic Orlando Toyota Prius was the first vehicle that really allowed drivers to go green with the turn of a key. But a new initiative is on the horizon and Toyota is working harder than ever to do its part to save Mother Earth through sustainability. Toyota of Orlando has the scoop! What is the Toyota Environmental Challenge 2050? The initiative is called Toyota's Environmental Challenge 2050, and it has five steps built into its roadmap to help increase sustainability and keep our planet nice and green. It's goals? To achieve the following: Eliminate CO2 emissions from Orlando Toyotas by 90% from 2010 levels Minimize/optimize water usage Help create a recycling-based society Support biodiversity and work in harmony with nature Eliminate CO2 emissions from Toyota operations And here are the steps they plan to take to make it happen. 5 steps to make sustainability happen Step #1: To preserve national parks with old car batteries. To do so, Toyota plans to repurpose old Toyota Camry batteries and use them to store power collected by solar panels for future use. This will allow parks to rely more on solar power rather than diesel or propane to run their backup generators. Step #2: To establish recyclable water systems - Toyota plans to increase sustainability at its operations by eliminating water waste, establish systems that use 100% recycled or reused water, spread word about water conservation, and help their major suppliers take the same initiatives. In fact, Toyota's headquarters in Plano, TX has already implemented a rainwater harvesting system. Step #3: To teach a recycle-first mindset. Toyota wants to increase its use of sustainable materials AND increase the life of its vehicles' parts, eliminate waste disposal via recycling, and share insights with the community. Not only do they encourage their employees to recycle, but they're also reducing raw material usage to do away with waste. Step #4: To promote biodiversity in North America. Toyota will work to protect species across the country, conserve natural habitats, and share insights to help others do the same. Did you know that Toyota is helping to preserve areas of the Galapagos Islands to prevent contamination of the islands? They're also working right here in the U.S., sustaining 1,000+ acres of wilderness at 12 different sites. Step #5: To partner for a sustainable future. Toyota wants to share its expertise and experiences in sustainability with its partners and the community to help other major players achieve the same goals. Right now, Toyota sponsors National Public Lands Day, where volunteers dedicate hours on a massive scale to keep public lands pristine and clean. Want to learn more about Toyota's sustainability initiatives, or want to integrate a little more green into your drive time? Call Toyota of Orlando today to set up a test drive in one of our new Toyota hybrids. We're open seven days a week at (407) 298-4500.

Sure, it's fun to hit the highway and cruise city streets to find your dose of adventure. But if you had the chance to take things off the beaten path, would you? In order to get off the pavement you need the right ride and believe it or not, we have a solution that you may not consider when it comes to rough-and-ready vehicles - the Orlando Toyota Land Cruiser. We're here to talk to you about this versatile SUV and give you the scoop on a recently noticed 1985 model that's ready for anything. Check it out! You'll love this custom 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser First of all, it's important to keep in mind that while the new Toyota Land Cruiser is all about luxury, it's also got major performance elements woven into it because it was originally designed to be an off-roading maverick. When it came to fruition in the 1940s, this Orlando Toyota was actually a military vehicle, and it's never strayed too far from its roots when it comes to performance.   We recently scoped a 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser listed for sale by a private seller on the internet, and we were pretty impressed by the mods and capabilities that it has to offer its new owner. It's truly ready for anything, and here's what it's packing to prove that point: A new suspension composed of Old Man Emu springs, Boss airbags, two extra lead springs in the rear, and a sway bar A newer 350 cubic-inch Ram Jet V8 engine with a 5-speed manual transmission for ultimate control A large roof basket with the ability to hold six fuel tanks AND an attached awning to give you some shade should you decide to pull over and take in the view Mud-terrain tires with two spares - one is hooked onto the back of this Toyota Land Cruiser and one is stored in the spacious roof basket A 40-gallon fuel tank to get you further (the original tank of this Orlando Toyota holds around 23 gallons) A snorkel to allow you to tackle water crossings without a problem TWO batteries used to power both the vehicle and all of its accessories, as well as a 100-watt solar panel to add a little more oomph to the equation A WagonGear storage system attached to the tow hitch for more cargo space, and extra cabin storage with custom dashboard drawers 360 degree flood lamp lighting, Hella H4 headlamps, and PIAA driving lights for the ultimate illumination And while this Toyota Land Cruiser may have 305,000 miles listed on it, the new engine only accounts for around 55,000 of them. Obviously, this off-roading aficionado has a lot of life left in it. See what this versatile Orlando Toyota can bring to your drive time today And the good news? You can get the best of both worlds now - hit the road in a luxury vehicle that's designed to keep you comfortable and connected, but take things off the pavement whenever you see fit thanks to all of the versatile performance features this Orlando Toyota has to offer. Get behind the wheel today - call us at (407) 298-4500!

Sure, it's fun to hit the highway and cruise city streets to find your dose of adventure. But if you had the chance to take things off the beaten path, would you? In order to get off the pavement you need the right ride and believe it or not, we have a solution that you may not consider when it comes to rough-and-ready vehicles - the Orlando Toyota Land Cruiser. We're here to talk to you about this versatile SUV and give you the scoop on a recently noticed 1985 model that's ready for anything. Check it out! You'll love this custom 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser First of all, it's important to keep in mind that while the new Toyota Land Cruiser is all about luxury, it's also got major performance elements woven into it because it was originally designed to be an off-roading maverick. When it came to fruition in the 1940s, this Orlando Toyota was actually a military vehicle, and it's never strayed too far from its roots when it comes to performance.   We recently scoped a 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser listed for sale by a private seller on the internet, and we were pretty impressed by the mods and capabilities that it has to offer its new owner. It's truly ready for anything, and here's what it's packing to prove that point: A new suspension composed of Old Man Emu springs, Boss airbags, two extra lead springs in the rear, and a sway bar A newer 350 cubic-inch Ram Jet V8 engine with a 5-speed manual transmission for ultimate control A large roof basket with the ability to hold six fuel tanks AND an attached awning to give you some shade should you decide to pull over and take in the view Mud-terrain tires with two spares - one is hooked onto the back of this Toyota Land Cruiser and one is stored in the spacious roof basket A 40-gallon fuel tank to get you further (the original tank of this Orlando Toyota holds around 23 gallons) A snorkel to allow you to tackle water crossings without a problem TWO batteries used to power both the vehicle and all of its accessories, as well as a 100-watt solar panel to add a little more oomph to the equation A WagonGear storage system attached to the tow hitch for more cargo space, and extra cabin storage with custom dashboard drawers 360 degree flood lamp lighting, Hella H4 headlamps, and PIAA driving lights for the ultimate illumination And while this Toyota Land Cruiser may have 305,000 miles listed on it, the new engine only accounts for around 55,000 of them. Obviously, this off-roading aficionado has a lot of life left in it. See what this versatile Orlando Toyota can bring to your drive time today And the good news? You can get the best of both worlds now - hit the road in a luxury vehicle that's designed to keep you comfortable and connected, but take things off the pavement whenever you see fit thanks to all of the versatile performance features this Orlando Toyota has to offer. Get behind the wheel today - call us at (407) 298-4500!

Did you know that there are 8 SUV options in the Toyota lineup alone? That's not even considering other makes and models. The options are seemingly endless when it comes to getting behind the wheel of one of these vehicles, but it hasn't always been like this. SUVs have been growing massively in popularity and our Orlando Toyota dealership is here to figure out why. Why are drivers choosing SUVs over cars lately? Performance capabilities. You used to have to buy a sports car to get any sort of performance - that was the only way you'd be able to turn up the volume if you wanted something with solid horsepower and torque coming out of the engine bay. The Toyota 4Runner, for example, used to only offer a 4-cylinder engine with 116 horsepower! Automakers have upped the ante when it comes to SUV performance in the past decade - the 2019 Toyota 4Runner now offers a 4.0L V6 engine with 270 horsepower. Other models have followed suit, offering far more performance capabilities than their predecessors and giving drivers the power and versatility they need. Fuel efficiency. SUVs also used to be gas guzzlers, even our Orlando Toyotas. Your budget took a hit whenever it was time to fill up at the pump and with gas prices high, drivers turned to cars to meet their drive time needs. However, gas prices have evened out and automakers have infused major fuel efficiency into their current models! Not only can you get vehicles like the Toyota RAV4 and Toyota Highlander in fuel-efficient hybrid models, you'll also find that even traditional gasoline-powered models offer you major savings at the pump. The 2019 Toyota RAV4 gets 26 mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the highway, for example. See what these versatile rides have to offer at Toyota of Orlando Interior space. It used to be hard to justify the additional interior space for the high gas costs and lack of performance capabilities. However, now that those two issues are no longer issues, drivers are finding that the versatility and spacious interiors of our Orlando Toyota SUVs can be put to good use for a variety of reasons. Whether you're moving to new digs or hauling half the soccer team around town, you've got the space to make it happen (without the negative trade-offs). Affordability. Our Orlando Toyota SUVs are also more affordable than ever now. You can take home a Toyota C-HR with a starting MSRP of just $21,145, and the Toyota RAV4 isn't far behind with a starting MSRP of $25,650. The days of having to bust your budget to get behind the wheel of a bigger vehicle are gone! Why not see what all the buzz is about? Check out our selection of Orlando Toyota SUVs AND the amazing deals that go along with them today. Visit us at 3575 Vineland Road, or just call to schedule a test drive at (407) 298-4500. We're open seven days a week for your convenience!

Did you know that there are 8 SUV options in the Toyota lineup alone? That's not even considering other makes and models. The options are seemingly endless when it comes to getting behind the wheel of one of these vehicles, but it hasn't always been like this. SUVs have been growing massively in popularity and our Orlando Toyota dealership is here to figure out why. Why are drivers choosing SUVs over cars lately? Performance capabilities. You used to have to buy a sports car to get any sort of performance - that was the only way you'd be able to turn up the volume if you wanted something with solid horsepower and torque coming out of the engine bay. The Toyota 4Runner, for example, used to only offer a 4-cylinder engine with 116 horsepower! Automakers have upped the ante when it comes to SUV performance in the past decade - the 2019 Toyota 4Runner now offers a 4.0L V6 engine with 270 horsepower. Other models have followed suit, offering far more performance capabilities than their predecessors and giving drivers the power and versatility they need. Fuel efficiency. SUVs also used to be gas guzzlers, even our Orlando Toyotas. Your budget took a hit whenever it was time to fill up at the pump and with gas prices high, drivers turned to cars to meet their drive time needs. However, gas prices have evened out and automakers have infused major fuel efficiency into their current models! Not only can you get vehicles like the Toyota RAV4 and Toyota Highlander in fuel-efficient hybrid models, you'll also find that even traditional gasoline-powered models offer you major savings at the pump. The 2019 Toyota RAV4 gets 26 mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the highway, for example. See what these versatile rides have to offer at Toyota of Orlando Interior space. It used to be hard to justify the additional interior space for the high gas costs and lack of performance capabilities. However, now that those two issues are no longer issues, drivers are finding that the versatility and spacious interiors of our Orlando Toyota SUVs can be put to good use for a variety of reasons. Whether you're moving to new digs or hauling half the soccer team around town, you've got the space to make it happen (without the negative trade-offs). Affordability. Our Orlando Toyota SUVs are also more affordable than ever now. You can take home a Toyota C-HR with a starting MSRP of just $21,145, and the Toyota RAV4 isn't far behind with a starting MSRP of $25,650. The days of having to bust your budget to get behind the wheel of a bigger vehicle are gone! Why not see what all the buzz is about? Check out our selection of Orlando Toyota SUVs AND the amazing deals that go along with them today. Visit us at 3575 Vineland Road, or just call to schedule a test drive at (407) 298-4500. We're open seven days a week for your convenience!

Did you know that two years ago, Akio Toyoda went on the record to say that Toyota needed to stop building boring cars? He basically said that he wants his company to make cars that people TRULY love, not just drive time solutions that are efficient and affordable. Toyota took him seriously, because in addition to their lineup of reliable and economical street-ready cars (for drivers like you and me), they're now building a hypercar to hit the track. Toyota of Orlando has the scoop! What will this new hypercar have to offer? First, let's delve a little into what a hypercar is. This type of vehicle is similar to a supercar (like a Porsche 911) but take the driving experience to an entirely new level (and the price tag). These types of vehicles typically have certain characteristics exclusive to them, including: They go over 200 mph... well over 200 mph. The 200 miles per hour mark is simply the cut-off but typically, hypercars can go much faster than this. They are extremely lightweight - we're talking stripped down. Most of them won't even have amenities like air conditioning or a stereo system in order to keep weight down and subsequently make them faster. They're exclusive. Hypercars aren't mass produced like Corollas or Camrys; typically only a hundred or so of each model are made and offered for sale to a very exclusive market. Your best bet at laying eyes on one is to visit a car show. Now let's talk about Toyota's new hypercar, which they've been planning for two years. It's going to be based on the Toyota Supra GR Super Sport Concept Car and was designed and built by Toyota's Gazoo Racing Division. It will likely feature a new version of the 2.4L twin turbo V6 engine that was previously found in the TS050 LMP1 Hybrid race car. And the most exciting part? Gazoo Racing is planning on racing it in the FIA World Endurance Championship for the 2020-2021 year. That also means this new vehicle will be competing against the likes of the Aston Martin Valkyrie.   But the best news yet? Le Mans hypercars have to be closely related to actual road-going versions of vehicles, which means road-going versions will have to be built before this supercar hits the track... so keep your eyes peeled, as new models and versions of the Toyota Supra may be headed our way in the future. Stay tuned for the Orlando Toyota Supra We'll keep you posted as to the progress of this special hypercar AND its road-ready inspiration, and don't forget - the new Toyota Supra arrives at Toyota of Orlando this summer! Come down and check it out in person when it arrives. We're conveniently located just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall at 3575 Vineland Road and we're open seven days a week. Call us to get details at (407) 298-4500!

Did you know that two years ago, Akio Toyoda went on the record to say that Toyota needed to stop building boring cars? He basically said that he wants his company to make cars that people TRULY love, not just drive time solutions that are efficient and affordable. Toyota took him seriously, because in addition to their lineup of reliable and economical street-ready cars (for drivers like you and me), they're now building a hypercar to hit the track. Toyota of Orlando has the scoop! What will this new hypercar have to offer? First, let's delve a little into what a hypercar is. This type of vehicle is similar to a supercar (like a Porsche 911) but take the driving experience to an entirely new level (and the price tag). These types of vehicles typically have certain characteristics exclusive to them, including: They go over 200 mph... well over 200 mph. The 200 miles per hour mark is simply the cut-off but typically, hypercars can go much faster than this. They are extremely lightweight - we're talking stripped down. Most of them won't even have amenities like air conditioning or a stereo system in order to keep weight down and subsequently make them faster. They're exclusive. Hypercars aren't mass produced like Corollas or Camrys; typically only a hundred or so of each model are made and offered for sale to a very exclusive market. Your best bet at laying eyes on one is to visit a car show. Now let's talk about Toyota's new hypercar, which they've been planning for two years. It's going to be based on the Toyota Supra GR Super Sport Concept Car and was designed and built by Toyota's Gazoo Racing Division. It will likely feature a new version of the 2.4L twin turbo V6 engine that was previously found in the TS050 LMP1 Hybrid race car. And the most exciting part? Gazoo Racing is planning on racing it in the FIA World Endurance Championship for the 2020-2021 year. That also means this new vehicle will be competing against the likes of the Aston Martin Valkyrie.   But the best news yet? Le Mans hypercars have to be closely related to actual road-going versions of vehicles, which means road-going versions will have to be built before this supercar hits the track... so keep your eyes peeled, as new models and versions of the Toyota Supra may be headed our way in the future. Stay tuned for the Orlando Toyota Supra We'll keep you posted as to the progress of this special hypercar AND its road-ready inspiration, and don't forget - the new Toyota Supra arrives at Toyota of Orlando this summer! Come down and check it out in person when it arrives. We're conveniently located just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall at 3575 Vineland Road and we're open seven days a week. Call us to get details at (407) 298-4500!

Do you drive a manual transmission car? If so, you're definitely in the minority. According to recent research, manual transmissions are becoming less and less popular when it comes to choosing your next drivetime solution. It could be because automatic transmissions are both easier to drive and more efficient, offering a simpler and more enjoyable drive time (for some drivers, at least - some still love the thrill of driving a stick shift). Because of this lack of interest, carmakers are slowly reducing their manual ranks and not offering the option anymore to trim down inventory and simplify production. Where have all the manual transmissions gone? Toyota conducted a study to see just how uncommon manual transmissions were actually becoming, and our Orlando Toyota dealership has skimmed the highlights for you. Check it out! As of this year, the Corolla, Tacoma, Yaris, and 86 are the only cars left in this drive time configuration. All other models - including the new Orlando Toyota Supra - are available in automatic only. In 2018, just 1% of all Toyota Corollas sold were manual - that's around 2,800 vehicles total. And a lot of those were the new Corolla Hatchback, which is a car designed for driving enthusiasts who would likely choose this transmission type for a more exciting drive time. When it comes to the Toyota Tacoma and Toyota Yaris, only 5% of all models sold were stick shift. In fact, so few Yaris models were sold in this transmission that it will no longer be available in 2020. Toyota will keep it as an option on the Tacoma because off-roaders tend to prefer it for more control. The 86 - our resident Orlando Toyota sports car - had a higher percentage of manual transmissions, clocking in a 33%. But conversely, that means that 67% of buyers preferred an automatic transmission with paddle shifters for more efficiency and a simpler drive time. As you can see, it looks like this particular type of transmission may be on its way out. It'll always have its place for sports car enthusiasts and truck drivers, but when it comes to the mainstream, it seems to be losing popularity. Ford no longer makes an F-150 pickup (surprisingly), and both Chevy and GMC did away with their manual transmissions for their best-selling trucks. You won't find it on most Dodges or Cadillacs, nor will you be able to pick one up if you're driving home a Ram 1500 or a Jeep Cherokee. Should you choose this transmission for your next Orlando Toyota? So, what's the allure of this type of transmission, then? Here are some perks to keep in mind when you start car shopping: They're typically easier to maintain - they're simple systems than automatic, and usually the clutch is the only part that really needs to be repaired (and not for a long while) You can get better fuel economy with them because you're in control of how your vehicle drives and how often it shifts, which gears it uses, etc. You have more control over your driving experience Your brakes don't wear as quickly because you can downshift to slow your vehicle They're typically cheaper than their automatic counterparts The best way to tell if this type of transmission is for you? Test drive one today! Come down to Toyota of Orlando and get into the driver's seat - we're located at 3575 Vineland Road, just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall.

Do you drive a manual transmission car? If so, you're definitely in the minority. According to recent research, manual transmissions are becoming less and less popular when it comes to choosing your next drivetime solution. It could be because automatic transmissions are both easier to drive and more efficient, offering a simpler and more enjoyable drive time (for some drivers, at least - some still love the thrill of driving a stick shift). Because of this lack of interest, carmakers are slowly reducing their manual ranks and not offering the option anymore to trim down inventory and simplify production. Where have all the manual transmissions gone? Toyota conducted a study to see just how uncommon manual transmissions were actually becoming, and our Orlando Toyota dealership has skimmed the highlights for you. Check it out! As of this year, the Corolla, Tacoma, Yaris, and 86 are the only cars left in this drive time configuration. All other models - including the new Orlando Toyota Supra - are available in automatic only. In 2018, just 1% of all Toyota Corollas sold were manual - that's around 2,800 vehicles total. And a lot of those were the new Corolla Hatchback, which is a car designed for driving enthusiasts who would likely choose this transmission type for a more exciting drive time. When it comes to the Toyota Tacoma and Toyota Yaris, only 5% of all models sold were stick shift. In fact, so few Yaris models were sold in this transmission that it will no longer be available in 2020. Toyota will keep it as an option on the Tacoma because off-roaders tend to prefer it for more control. The 86 - our resident Orlando Toyota sports car - had a higher percentage of manual transmissions, clocking in a 33%. But conversely, that means that 67% of buyers preferred an automatic transmission with paddle shifters for more efficiency and a simpler drive time. As you can see, it looks like this particular type of transmission may be on its way out. It'll always have its place for sports car enthusiasts and truck drivers, but when it comes to the mainstream, it seems to be losing popularity. Ford no longer makes an F-150 pickup (surprisingly), and both Chevy and GMC did away with their manual transmissions for their best-selling trucks. You won't find it on most Dodges or Cadillacs, nor will you be able to pick one up if you're driving home a Ram 1500 or a Jeep Cherokee. Should you choose this transmission for your next Orlando Toyota? So, what's the allure of this type of transmission, then? Here are some perks to keep in mind when you start car shopping: They're typically easier to maintain - they're simple systems than automatic, and usually the clutch is the only part that really needs to be repaired (and not for a long while) You can get better fuel economy with them because you're in control of how your vehicle drives and how often it shifts, which gears it uses, etc. You have more control over your driving experience Your brakes don't wear as quickly because you can downshift to slow your vehicle They're typically cheaper than their automatic counterparts The best way to tell if this type of transmission is for you? Test drive one today! Come down to Toyota of Orlando and get into the driver's seat - we're located at 3575 Vineland Road, just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall.