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Things are getting dark when it comes to the Toyota Prius, and in the best way. A new teaser video from Toyota has revealed that the iconic Toyota hybrid will soon be joining the Nightshade Edition lineup, bringing an edgy new look to the already sleek and sporty hatchback. Toyota of Orlando has details! An all-new Nightshade Edition is coming You've probably seen our coverage of the Nightshade Edition lineup in the past (and if you haven't, then get reading). This lineup boasts special paint colors, blacked-out badging and other exterior and interior features, and new wheels. It's also always a possibility that slight appearance modifications will be made with new rear diffusers or front grilles, as well as tweaked headlights. Plus, it's a limited edition - only a certain number of Nightshade Edition Toyotas are made every year, so you're getting something truly exclusive. We aren't precisely sure what the new Nightshade Edition of the Orlando Toyota Prius will offer, but we can tell from the teaser video that it's giving off some serious edge. Unique paint colors and blacked-out badging is a definite on this new hybrid, and we're sure that small tweaks will be made everywhere else to make it stand out from the everyday lineup. We'll keep you posted as details roll in so you can get your hands on one when they arrive. Why drive the Toyota Prius? A sleek new look isn't the only reason to get your hands on an Orlando Toyota Prius, though - this hybrid car has major perks both inside the cabin and under the hood. Here are some of the reasons we think you should put it in your driveway today. It's fuel-efficient. The 2021 Toyota Prius gets 54 mpg in the city and 50 mpg on the highway. And not only does this mean you save a ton of money on gas, it also means that your car uses less fuel and in turn, fewer natural resources. So you're actually doing Mother Earth a solid. It's eco-friendly. This green car puts out way fewer emissions than a gasoline-powered car which means it helps cut down on smog. Just another way you're doing the planet a solid. The cabin is teched out. You'll get cool features like AppleCar Play and an 11.6" touchscreen interface, Amazon Alexa, Sirius XM Satellite Radio, Bluetooth wireless streaming, color Head-Up Display, Qi wireless charging, and more. You'll basically have everything you need for connectivity, entertainment, and safety at your fingertips. Speaking of safety, this Orlando Toyota is decked out with Toyota Safety Sense 2.0, an integrated backup camera, a blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert, and intelligent clearance sonar with intelligent parking assist. It's never been easier to have peace of mind when you're behind the wheel. Whether you want the Nightshade Edition or the normal Toyota Prius, Toyota of Orlando can help! Call us today to schedule your test drive at (407) 298-4500. We're open seven days a week and conveniently located just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall at 3575 Vineland Road.

Things are getting dark when it comes to the Toyota Prius, and in the best way. A new teaser video from Toyota has revealed that the iconic Toyota hybrid will soon be joining the Nightshade Edition lineup, bringing an edgy new look to the already sleek and sporty hatchback. Toyota of Orlando has details! An all-new Nightshade Edition is coming You've probably seen our coverage of the Nightshade Edition lineup in the past (and if you haven't, then get reading). This lineup boasts special paint colors, blacked-out badging and other exterior and interior features, and new wheels. It's also always a possibility that slight appearance modifications will be made with new rear diffusers or front grilles, as well as tweaked headlights. Plus, it's a limited edition - only a certain number of Nightshade Edition Toyotas are made every year, so you're getting something truly exclusive. We aren't precisely sure what the new Nightshade Edition of the Orlando Toyota Prius will offer, but we can tell from the teaser video that it's giving off some serious edge. Unique paint colors and blacked-out badging is a definite on this new hybrid, and we're sure that small tweaks will be made everywhere else to make it stand out from the everyday lineup. We'll keep you posted as details roll in so you can get your hands on one when they arrive. Why drive the Toyota Prius? A sleek new look isn't the only reason to get your hands on an Orlando Toyota Prius, though - this hybrid car has major perks both inside the cabin and under the hood. Here are some of the reasons we think you should put it in your driveway today. It's fuel-efficient. The 2021 Toyota Prius gets 54 mpg in the city and 50 mpg on the highway. And not only does this mean you save a ton of money on gas, it also means that your car uses less fuel and in turn, fewer natural resources. So you're actually doing Mother Earth a solid. It's eco-friendly. This green car puts out way fewer emissions than a gasoline-powered car which means it helps cut down on smog. Just another way you're doing the planet a solid. The cabin is teched out. You'll get cool features like AppleCar Play and an 11.6" touchscreen interface, Amazon Alexa, Sirius XM Satellite Radio, Bluetooth wireless streaming, color Head-Up Display, Qi wireless charging, and more. You'll basically have everything you need for connectivity, entertainment, and safety at your fingertips. Speaking of safety, this Orlando Toyota is decked out with Toyota Safety Sense 2.0, an integrated backup camera, a blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert, and intelligent clearance sonar with intelligent parking assist. It's never been easier to have peace of mind when you're behind the wheel. Whether you want the Nightshade Edition or the normal Toyota Prius, Toyota of Orlando can help! Call us today to schedule your test drive at (407) 298-4500. We're open seven days a week and conveniently located just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall at 3575 Vineland Road.

If you've ever gotten into a car accident, you know how stressful and scary it can be. But the stress doesn't end with the accident, either - after all is said and done, you still have to deal with the damages to your car. How do you know if it's safe to drive after a car accident or if you should call a tow truck to take it directly to the body shop for repairs? We sat down with our Toyota Collision techs to discuss and they gave us some pointers - check out these five questions you should ask yourself before you drive after a collision. Five things to ask yourself after a car accident Question #1: Can the hood be closed AND latched? If your Orlando Toyota's hood can't close AND latch, then you need to call a tow truck. If it's damaged enough to the point where it won't latch shut, it could fly up while you're driving. This can not only shatter your windshield but also completely block your field of vision and cause you to get into ANOTHER accident. You're putting yourself and other drivers at risk, so ensure you can actually latch the hood shut before you hit the road. Question #2: Is the vehicle leaking fluids? Check under the car to see if it's leaking fluids before you try to drive home. If you see a leak, beware - it could be oil, coolant, brake fluid, or transmission fluid, all of which can be a big issue even if you're just driving for a short while. Don't run the risk of doing major damage to what's under the hood; call a tow truck to bring your ride to Toyota of Orlando. Question #3: Are the wheels aligned? Check to see if the wheels are aligned before you try to hit the highway. If your car is drifting or pulling to one side, your alignment has been knocked off and you need to visit Toyota of Orlando's service center to have it fixed. If it's bad enough that it's pulling your car off the road and you're fighting the steering wheel, then your Orlando Toyota is not safe enough to drive. Question #4: Are your windshield and side mirrors intact? Ok, this is a two-parter. First, is your windshield intact? Tiny cracks or chips are usually OK to get you to the Toyota of Orlando body shop, but if you have large cracks, spiderweb cracks, or a hole in the glass, then you need to have your car towed as your windshield's structural integrity is now compromised and it could blow in on you. Also, if your side mirrors aren't usable, don't attempt to drive - you're completely cutting off your field of vision around your car. Question #5: Are your headlights and taillights working? And finally, check your headlights and taillights. Are they working? This is especially critical because a) it's how you see and let other drivers see you at night and b) because your taillights let other drivers see when you're braking so they can brake, too... and not rear-end you. Get your car back on the road at Toyota of Orlando Need auto body repairs after a car accident? Call us today! Toyota of Orlando is ready and waiting to help at (407) 298-6006.

If you've ever gotten into a car accident, you know how stressful and scary it can be. But the stress doesn't end with the accident, either - after all is said and done, you still have to deal with the damages to your car. How do you know if it's safe to drive after a car accident or if you should call a tow truck to take it directly to the body shop for repairs? We sat down with our Toyota Collision techs to discuss and they gave us some pointers - check out these five questions you should ask yourself before you drive after a collision. Five things to ask yourself after a car accident Question #1: Can the hood be closed AND latched? If your Orlando Toyota's hood can't close AND latch, then you need to call a tow truck. If it's damaged enough to the point where it won't latch shut, it could fly up while you're driving. This can not only shatter your windshield but also completely block your field of vision and cause you to get into ANOTHER accident. You're putting yourself and other drivers at risk, so ensure you can actually latch the hood shut before you hit the road. Question #2: Is the vehicle leaking fluids? Check under the car to see if it's leaking fluids before you try to drive home. If you see a leak, beware - it could be oil, coolant, brake fluid, or transmission fluid, all of which can be a big issue even if you're just driving for a short while. Don't run the risk of doing major damage to what's under the hood; call a tow truck to bring your ride to Toyota of Orlando. Question #3: Are the wheels aligned? Check to see if the wheels are aligned before you try to hit the highway. If your car is drifting or pulling to one side, your alignment has been knocked off and you need to visit Toyota of Orlando's service center to have it fixed. If it's bad enough that it's pulling your car off the road and you're fighting the steering wheel, then your Orlando Toyota is not safe enough to drive. Question #4: Are your windshield and side mirrors intact? Ok, this is a two-parter. First, is your windshield intact? Tiny cracks or chips are usually OK to get you to the Toyota of Orlando body shop, but if you have large cracks, spiderweb cracks, or a hole in the glass, then you need to have your car towed as your windshield's structural integrity is now compromised and it could blow in on you. Also, if your side mirrors aren't usable, don't attempt to drive - you're completely cutting off your field of vision around your car. Question #5: Are your headlights and taillights working? And finally, check your headlights and taillights. Are they working? This is especially critical because a) it's how you see and let other drivers see you at night and b) because your taillights let other drivers see when you're braking so they can brake, too... and not rear-end you. Get your car back on the road at Toyota of Orlando Need auto body repairs after a car accident? Call us today! Toyota of Orlando is ready and waiting to help at (407) 298-6006.

If you're shopping for a used car, you know that it can seem a little bit intimidating. It's not like a new car, where you know exactly where it's been before you bring it home. Used cars can be a great investment, but there's always risk involved if you don't do your due diligence in ensuring it's a quality vehicle. We've given you tips for Orlando used car shopping before and today we're here to share a few more - check out these seven surefire signs you shouldn't sign the dotted line on a used vehicle. Look for these signs when shopping Orlando used cars Sign #1: It smells like cigarette smoke. Unless you like, enjoy that smell. If you get into a car and even smell a faint scent of cigarette smoke, forget it. This smell is notoriously difficult to get rid of and it's likely that the seller had the used car cleaned before they showed it to you, so the scent will come back even stronger over time. No amount of air freshener can cover it up permanently so think twice before buying. Sign #2: No maintenance or repair records. If an owner can't seem to produce any maintenance or repair records or offer any evidence that the car has been cared for regularly, proceed with caution. Sure, some drivers don't keep all that stuff but it can also be a sign that the car hasn't been on a car care routine, which can shorten its lifespan and cause you problems down the road. Sign #3: Mechanical bandaids. If you spot evidence of mechanical "bandaids" - i.e. temporary and cheap fixes to bigger problems, reconsider purchasing this Orlando used car. You don't want to have to shell out big bucks down the road to put a permanent fix in place. Sign #4: Dirty oil. Check the oil of the car you're considering buying. If it's black, dark brown, or has flecks of dirt in it, strongly consider if this is the right ride. Dirty oil means the car hasn't been cared for and likely hasn't been getting routine oil changes over its lifetime, which can lead to expensive issues down the road. Sign #5: Dirty or nonexistent coolant. You should also check the coolant reservoir while you're under the hood of the Orlando used car you're considering. If the coolant is gone or it's got debris in it, your cooling system could have an issue in the near future because it obviously hasn't been maintenanced. Sign #6: Signs of neglect. If there are obvious signs of neglect in the used car, be sure to thoroughly examine it and ask lots of questions before you buy. Things like stains and rips in the interior, scratches and dents on the exterior, bad smells, etc. can all indicate that the car hasn't been well-cared for and might be problematic in the future. Sign #7: Accident damage. Accident damage is always a giveaway. If the car has been in an accident its value is automatically less and it may have problems from the accident that you'll have to deal with in the future, so be sure to ask about it and get full details. Shop quality preowned vehicles at Toyota of Orlando today If you want to feel more confident about your used car shopping, you have to go to the right place... and did we mention we sell quality used cars right here at Toyota of Orlando? Shop today at 3575 Vineland Road, just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall.

If you're shopping for a used car, you know that it can seem a little bit intimidating. It's not like a new car, where you know exactly where it's been before you bring it home. Used cars can be a great investment, but there's always risk involved if you don't do your due diligence in ensuring it's a quality vehicle. We've given you tips for Orlando used car shopping before and today we're here to share a few more - check out these seven surefire signs you shouldn't sign the dotted line on a used vehicle. Look for these signs when shopping Orlando used cars Sign #1: It smells like cigarette smoke. Unless you like, enjoy that smell. If you get into a car and even smell a faint scent of cigarette smoke, forget it. This smell is notoriously difficult to get rid of and it's likely that the seller had the used car cleaned before they showed it to you, so the scent will come back even stronger over time. No amount of air freshener can cover it up permanently so think twice before buying. Sign #2: No maintenance or repair records. If an owner can't seem to produce any maintenance or repair records or offer any evidence that the car has been cared for regularly, proceed with caution. Sure, some drivers don't keep all that stuff but it can also be a sign that the car hasn't been on a car care routine, which can shorten its lifespan and cause you problems down the road. Sign #3: Mechanical bandaids. If you spot evidence of mechanical "bandaids" - i.e. temporary and cheap fixes to bigger problems, reconsider purchasing this Orlando used car. You don't want to have to shell out big bucks down the road to put a permanent fix in place. Sign #4: Dirty oil. Check the oil of the car you're considering buying. If it's black, dark brown, or has flecks of dirt in it, strongly consider if this is the right ride. Dirty oil means the car hasn't been cared for and likely hasn't been getting routine oil changes over its lifetime, which can lead to expensive issues down the road. Sign #5: Dirty or nonexistent coolant. You should also check the coolant reservoir while you're under the hood of the Orlando used car you're considering. If the coolant is gone or it's got debris in it, your cooling system could have an issue in the near future because it obviously hasn't been maintenanced. Sign #6: Signs of neglect. If there are obvious signs of neglect in the used car, be sure to thoroughly examine it and ask lots of questions before you buy. Things like stains and rips in the interior, scratches and dents on the exterior, bad smells, etc. can all indicate that the car hasn't been well-cared for and might be problematic in the future. Sign #7: Accident damage. Accident damage is always a giveaway. If the car has been in an accident its value is automatically less and it may have problems from the accident that you'll have to deal with in the future, so be sure to ask about it and get full details. Shop quality preowned vehicles at Toyota of Orlando today If you want to feel more confident about your used car shopping, you have to go to the right place... and did we mention we sell quality used cars right here at Toyota of Orlando? Shop today at 3575 Vineland Road, just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall.

Toyota of Orlando is here with your weekly news roundup - check out the latest and greatest going on in our world! Toyota develops method to stop catalytic converter theft Did you know that as a Prius owner, you have a higher chance of having your catalytic converter stolen right off of your car? Weird but true. Thefts of this car part have been on the rise over the past few years because hybrid car catalytic converters have more precious metals (palladium, rhodium, and platinum, to be exact) inside of them than other vehicles. This makes them more valuable to steal, dismantle, and sell. However, Toyota is taking steps to stop the theft - they've created a way to covertly mark the catalytic converters so they can be tracked after they're stolen. The markers will be police-approved and 50,000 of them will roll out initially; all owners have to do is contact their local dealership to have one fitted on their car. New 2022 Toyota Land Cruiser spotted New spy photos of the 2022 Toyota Land Cruiser - without camo on - have been leaked, and things are looking good. We can't show it here (sorry, but we'll be sure to let you know when the OFFICIAL photos drop), but it's looking like this new Toyota SUV is sleeker than ever for its big debut. It's reminiscent of a Lexus LX with lean lines, sleek curves, and a powerful presence if that gives you any idea (or you can just Google it). Remember, it's likely that it won't be available in North America so the only way to get your hands on one is if you live overseas. Toyota predicts 70% of sales to be electric by 2030 Big news for green drivers - Toyota is predicting that by 2030, 70% of all of their sales will be electrified with a majority of that number being hybrids. While gasoline models will still be available, they're hoping to make their way toward carbon neutrality by the end of this decade and electric cars, hydrogen cars, and hybrid cars are the way to get there. We're excited to see which new Toyotas make their way into the lineup to help achieve this goal (and don't forget, you can test drive any and all of our eco-friendly new Toyotas today at Toyota of Orlando). Toyota pairs with ENEOS for Woven City We've already filled you in Toyota's Woven City - the city of the future being built over in Japan. However, there's more news on that front. Toyota has officially partnered with ENEOS, a Japanese petroleum company, to build a hydrogen fuel system that will power the city as cleanly as possible. ENEOS is well-versed in this realm - it currently runs 45 hydrogen fueling stations throughout Japan to support hydrogen fuel cell vehicles like the Toyota Mirai. ENEOS plans to install a hydrogen refueling station near the city and produce green hydrogen to further power the city itself. Have questions or want to see our new Toyotas in person? Call us! Toyota of Orlando is open seven days a week at (407) 298-4500. You can also stop by and see us at 3575 Vineland Road, just off I-4 across from the Millenia Mall.

Toyota of Orlando is here with your weekly news roundup - check out the latest and greatest going on in our world! Toyota develops method to stop catalytic converter theft Did you know that as a Prius owner, you have a higher chance of having your catalytic converter stolen right off of your car? Weird but true. Thefts of this car part have been on the rise over the past few years because hybrid car catalytic converters have more precious metals (palladium, rhodium, and platinum, to be exact) inside of them than other vehicles. This makes them more valuable to steal, dismantle, and sell. However, Toyota is taking steps to stop the theft - they've created a way to covertly mark the catalytic converters so they can be tracked after they're stolen. The markers will be police-approved and 50,000 of them will roll out initially; all owners have to do is contact their local dealership to have one fitted on their car. New 2022 Toyota Land Cruiser spotted New spy photos of the 2022 Toyota Land Cruiser - without camo on - have been leaked, and things are looking good. We can't show it here (sorry, but we'll be sure to let you know when the OFFICIAL photos drop), but it's looking like this new Toyota SUV is sleeker than ever for its big debut. It's reminiscent of a Lexus LX with lean lines, sleek curves, and a powerful presence if that gives you any idea (or you can just Google it). Remember, it's likely that it won't be available in North America so the only way to get your hands on one is if you live overseas. Toyota predicts 70% of sales to be electric by 2030 Big news for green drivers - Toyota is predicting that by 2030, 70% of all of their sales will be electrified with a majority of that number being hybrids. While gasoline models will still be available, they're hoping to make their way toward carbon neutrality by the end of this decade and electric cars, hydrogen cars, and hybrid cars are the way to get there. We're excited to see which new Toyotas make their way into the lineup to help achieve this goal (and don't forget, you can test drive any and all of our eco-friendly new Toyotas today at Toyota of Orlando). Toyota pairs with ENEOS for Woven City We've already filled you in Toyota's Woven City - the city of the future being built over in Japan. However, there's more news on that front. Toyota has officially partnered with ENEOS, a Japanese petroleum company, to build a hydrogen fuel system that will power the city as cleanly as possible. ENEOS is well-versed in this realm - it currently runs 45 hydrogen fueling stations throughout Japan to support hydrogen fuel cell vehicles like the Toyota Mirai. ENEOS plans to install a hydrogen refueling station near the city and produce green hydrogen to further power the city itself. Have questions or want to see our new Toyotas in person? Call us! Toyota of Orlando is open seven days a week at (407) 298-4500. You can also stop by and see us at 3575 Vineland Road, just off I-4 across from the Millenia Mall.

Are you thinking about heading to the beach this weekend to get your share of salt air? Things are heating up in Central Florida and it's the perfect time to hit the sand. However, driving on the beach - especially if you drive along the shore, as you can in New Smyrna and Daytona Beach - can do a number on your car if you don't take the proper steps before and after. Toyota of Orlando's car care techs gave us a list of things you should do before and after you hit the beach to best protect your ride. Surf's up! What to do before driving on the beach Before you head to the beach, it's best to prep your car with a good detailing. Not only will it look better for it, it'll also help protect your ride from the elements. Wash and wax your car, applying a solid coat of quality wax to the exterior. This will help ward off the sun's harmful UV rays and also put a barrier between your car's paint and the salt air. Remember, salt combined with moisture can cause oxidization and subsequently, rust. Air down your tires a bit once you get close. This gives them more surface area and will make it easier for you to drive on the soft sand without sinking into it and getting stuck. It's also a good idea to throw some cardboard in the trunk if you have it, as well as a small shovel in case you do get stuck. Bring a jug of water to rinse feet. Sand can be pretty abrasive to your car's interior, especially if you have SofTex or leather seats. Make sure everyone has clean feet before you head home! Throw up your sunshade when you park. There's rarely shade on the beach and leaving your car to bake in the sun all day is bad for the interior. A sunshade in the windshield will help prevent fading and cracking of your interior and also keep things cooler for when it's time to leave. What to do after driving on the beach Air your tires back up. Driving on the pavement with underinflated tires will cut your fuel efficiency and also wear your tires out faster. Rinse your car off. Remember, salt + moisture (a.k.a. saltwater) can do real damage to your car over time. Be sure to wash your car thoroughly to remove any traces of salt, and don't forget to get under the car, rinsing the wheels, chassis, etc. to ensure everything is salt-free and sand-free. And you should always rinse before you wash with soap and a sponge - if you wash while there's still sand on the car, it can cause swirls and scratches in the paint. Vacuum out the interior. As noted, sand is abrasive and can ruin your interior (plus, the novelty of it wears off once you've left the beach). Wipe your seats and vacuum out the interior so everything is back to normal before you hit the road again. Need car detailing supplies to rinse the salt and sand off after driving on the beach? Call us - Toyota of Orlando's parts store is open seven days a week at (407) 298-4500 and we're conveniently located just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall at 3575 Vineland Road.

Are you thinking about heading to the beach this weekend to get your share of salt air? Things are heating up in Central Florida and it's the perfect time to hit the sand. However, driving on the beach - especially if you drive along the shore, as you can in New Smyrna and Daytona Beach - can do a number on your car if you don't take the proper steps before and after. Toyota of Orlando's car care techs gave us a list of things you should do before and after you hit the beach to best protect your ride. Surf's up! What to do before driving on the beach Before you head to the beach, it's best to prep your car with a good detailing. Not only will it look better for it, it'll also help protect your ride from the elements. Wash and wax your car, applying a solid coat of quality wax to the exterior. This will help ward off the sun's harmful UV rays and also put a barrier between your car's paint and the salt air. Remember, salt combined with moisture can cause oxidization and subsequently, rust. Air down your tires a bit once you get close. This gives them more surface area and will make it easier for you to drive on the soft sand without sinking into it and getting stuck. It's also a good idea to throw some cardboard in the trunk if you have it, as well as a small shovel in case you do get stuck. Bring a jug of water to rinse feet. Sand can be pretty abrasive to your car's interior, especially if you have SofTex or leather seats. Make sure everyone has clean feet before you head home! Throw up your sunshade when you park. There's rarely shade on the beach and leaving your car to bake in the sun all day is bad for the interior. A sunshade in the windshield will help prevent fading and cracking of your interior and also keep things cooler for when it's time to leave. What to do after driving on the beach Air your tires back up. Driving on the pavement with underinflated tires will cut your fuel efficiency and also wear your tires out faster. Rinse your car off. Remember, salt + moisture (a.k.a. saltwater) can do real damage to your car over time. Be sure to wash your car thoroughly to remove any traces of salt, and don't forget to get under the car, rinsing the wheels, chassis, etc. to ensure everything is salt-free and sand-free. And you should always rinse before you wash with soap and a sponge - if you wash while there's still sand on the car, it can cause swirls and scratches in the paint. Vacuum out the interior. As noted, sand is abrasive and can ruin your interior (plus, the novelty of it wears off once you've left the beach). Wipe your seats and vacuum out the interior so everything is back to normal before you hit the road again. Need car detailing supplies to rinse the salt and sand off after driving on the beach? Call us - Toyota of Orlando's parts store is open seven days a week at (407) 298-4500 and we're conveniently located just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall at 3575 Vineland Road.

Earlier this week in our news roundup we touched on the fact that Toyota had recently filed a patent for a new twin-turbo V8 engine. No one knows exactly which car or truck it'll go into or if it will ever even come to fruition, but excitement is high among drivers who can appreciate this type of power in their ride. We've discussed turbocharged engines before and what they can lend to the driving experience, but today we're delving into twin-turbo engines and how they can affect your drive time just in case this new patent ever makes its way into the lineup. Check it out. What is a twin-turbo? If you recall, a turbocharged engine is an engine that uses turbine power and forced induction to push extra compressed air into the engine's combustion chamber. Why? Because this extra air means that extra fuel has to be pushed in as well (to maintain the fuel/air ratio), and you get a boost in power. The extra fuel combusts at a faster rate than a normal engine, so you can put the pedal to the metal. You'll find this type of engine available in the iconic Orlando Toyota Supra. The most common twin-turbo configurations A twin-turbo, on the other hand, is when you actually have TWO turbochargers pushing extra compressed air into the combustion chamber. The turbochargers can be different sizes and can be laid out in different configurations. Here are the three types of setups you'll typically see: Parallel: This is when there are two turbochargers of the same size are situated parallel to one another and each turbocharger receives half of the extra exhaust gases. This layout is best suited to V6 and V8 engines because each turbocharger can be assigned to one cylinder bank and reduce the amount of exhaust piping needed. Parallel twin-turbo engines reduce lag, which can be an issue in turbocharged cars, by using two smaller turbo chargers instead of one large one. Sequential: Sequential twin-turbo engines utilize one turbocharger for lower speeds and one turbocharger (or sometimes both) for higher speeds. This setup is supposed to offset the issue where turbochargers are unable to provide a boost of power when RPMs are low. Typically, a smaller turbocharger is used for a boost at low speeds and a larger turbocharger is used for a boost at higher speeds. Series: This type of twin-turbo setup is when the turbochargers are set up in a series (go figure). The output from the first one is then further compressed by the second one. This leads to much higher pressure and boost than you'd normally get. We have no idea which setup (if any of them) the new Toyota V8 engine will utilize; rumor has it that right now, it will be a "hot v" configuration where the turbochargers are actually mounted in between cylinder heads and the flow of fresh charge and exhaust gases is reversed. We'll have to wait and see what's unveiled in the coming months. If you have questions about turbochargers, twin-turbo setups, or just engines in general, call us! Toyota of Orlando is open seven days a week at (407) 298-4500 and we're located just off I-4 across from the Millenia Mall.

Earlier this week in our news roundup we touched on the fact that Toyota had recently filed a patent for a new twin-turbo V8 engine. No one knows exactly which car or truck it'll go into or if it will ever even come to fruition, but excitement is high among drivers who can appreciate this type of power in their ride. We've discussed turbocharged engines before and what they can lend to the driving experience, but today we're delving into twin-turbo engines and how they can affect your drive time just in case this new patent ever makes its way into the lineup. Check it out. What is a twin-turbo? If you recall, a turbocharged engine is an engine that uses turbine power and forced induction to push extra compressed air into the engine's combustion chamber. Why? Because this extra air means that extra fuel has to be pushed in as well (to maintain the fuel/air ratio), and you get a boost in power. The extra fuel combusts at a faster rate than a normal engine, so you can put the pedal to the metal. You'll find this type of engine available in the iconic Orlando Toyota Supra. The most common twin-turbo configurations A twin-turbo, on the other hand, is when you actually have TWO turbochargers pushing extra compressed air into the combustion chamber. The turbochargers can be different sizes and can be laid out in different configurations. Here are the three types of setups you'll typically see: Parallel: This is when there are two turbochargers of the same size are situated parallel to one another and each turbocharger receives half of the extra exhaust gases. This layout is best suited to V6 and V8 engines because each turbocharger can be assigned to one cylinder bank and reduce the amount of exhaust piping needed. Parallel twin-turbo engines reduce lag, which can be an issue in turbocharged cars, by using two smaller turbo chargers instead of one large one. Sequential: Sequential twin-turbo engines utilize one turbocharger for lower speeds and one turbocharger (or sometimes both) for higher speeds. This setup is supposed to offset the issue where turbochargers are unable to provide a boost of power when RPMs are low. Typically, a smaller turbocharger is used for a boost at low speeds and a larger turbocharger is used for a boost at higher speeds. Series: This type of twin-turbo setup is when the turbochargers are set up in a series (go figure). The output from the first one is then further compressed by the second one. This leads to much higher pressure and boost than you'd normally get. We have no idea which setup (if any of them) the new Toyota V8 engine will utilize; rumor has it that right now, it will be a "hot v" configuration where the turbochargers are actually mounted in between cylinder heads and the flow of fresh charge and exhaust gases is reversed. We'll have to wait and see what's unveiled in the coming months. If you have questions about turbochargers, twin-turbo setups, or just engines in general, call us! Toyota of Orlando is open seven days a week at (407) 298-4500 and we're located just off I-4 across from the Millenia Mall.