Category Archives: Tips and tricks

Rear Quarter View of the 2019 Toyota Highlander

How to turn on the rear windshield wiper in the Toyota Highlander

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So, you’re driving along the highway in your new (or, at least, new to you) Toyota Highlander, and all the sudden you hit a patch of rain clouds. You reach to turn on your windshield wipers, so you can see the road ahead more easily, but you notice it’s starting to get more difficult to see out of your back window. Or maybe the elements have taken a number on the cleanliness of your back window and it needs to be cleaned. How do you turn on the rear windshield wiper in a Toyota Highlander? That’s the question we’re going to answer for you today. Read the rest of this entry >>

Front Quarter View of the 2019 Toyota RAV4

What do the dual-zone automatic climate control buttons mean in the Toyota RAV4?

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Posted in Technology, Tips and tricks, Toyota RAV4

Getting a new (or new-to-you) car is an exciting occasion! You get to experience new features and capabilities, including some that you may have no clue how to use. That’s where we come in! In an effort to help you get to know your new vehicle, we have put together an informative guide on the buttons of your Toyota RAV4’s dual-zone automatic climate control.  Read the rest of this entry >>

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How do you know when it’s time to get a new car?

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An important realization that many of us come to at various points in our lives is the need or desire to purchase a new (or at least new-to-you) car. In many situations, it’s a necessary change, whether your old vehicle is just about ready to die, or you need a car with more space. There are a ton of different reasons that you may be looking to upgrade your transportation. Here are a few ways you can tell if it’s time for you to get a new car. Read the rest of this entry >>

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What car financing options are best for you?

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Posted in Financing, Tips and tricks

When shopping for a new vehicle, perhaps the most confusing part is financing. There are a lot of questions that each individual driver must answer. How much are you looking to spend on a prospective vehicle? What financing rate are you able to get, based on your credit score? Are you looking to make a down payment? How long of a loan term would you like to have? Ok, let’s pause and take a few deep breaths before we dig in. There’s a lot to cover here. Read the rest of this entry >>

Toyota Backup Camera

What do the colored lines on the Toyota backup camera mean?

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Posted in Safety, Technology, Tips and tricks

Although there are plenty of innovative and advanced vehicle technologies out there, one that comes out on the top of our list is the backup camera. All Toyota models either come standard with a backup camera or offer it as available equipment, allowing drivers to have eyes in the back of their head, so to speak. But what do those colored lines on the backup display mean? How can they help you be more confident when backing up and maneuvering in reverse? Read the rest of this entry >>

Phone and Driving

Can you use your phone while driving in California?

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Posted in Local Events & Community, Tips and tricks

It seems like cell phones went from being a luxury only some people to afford to a necessity almost nobody could live without. As with many other things that experience a seemingly sudden increase in popularity, people soon started to abuse the innovation and use it at inopportune times, such as while driving. Thus, many states, including California, passed laws to restrict or prohibit cell phone usage while behind the wheel. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Why your Toyota Push Button Start isn’t working

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If you have a Toyota vehicle equipped with a Smart Key and Push Button Start, you may come across an instance where the Start button isn’t working. This could be happening for a number of reasons—4, to be exact. In an effort to help you out, we have laid out the reasons why Push Button Start might not be working in your Toyota vehicle along with some potential fixes. Read the rest of this entry >>

Front Quarter View of the 2019 Toyota Corolla

What’s the difference between sedans and hatchbacks?

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Posted in Automotive industry, Comparisons, Tips and tricks

With so many different vehicle types to choose from, it can be overwhelming to find the option that is right for you. If you’re searching for a 4-door passenger car but don’t need a ton of space or power, chances are you’re exploring the sedan and hatchback markets. But are these two vehicle classifications really that different from one another? Come along with us as we explore the main differences between sedans and hatchbacks. Read the rest of this entry >>

AC in Toyota

Should you turn your A/C off before turning off your car?

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Posted in Automotive industry, Car service, Tips and tricks

A lot of interesting questions come up when you own a vehicle. Perhaps you heard something from an old mechanic or a trusted mentor gave you some automotive advice. But is any of it true? One thing you may have heard is that you need to make sure to turn off your car’s air conditioning before switching off the engine. Below, we’ll dig a little deeper into that piece of advice and the reasoning behind it. Read the rest of this entry >>