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
Are you on the lookout for a fun day trip locale from Vacaville? If so, you are certainly in the right place! Although there’s a lot to explore throughout northern Cali, we’ve put together a list of some of the hot spots within a few hours’ drive from Vacaville, CA. Check it out! Read the rest of this entry
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Shopping for a used vehicle has definitely changed through the years. Ten years ago, we were more concerned about basic safety features and aerodynamic design. Nowadays, advanced technology is the name of the game. So, what features should you prioritize in your used car search? Of course, each shopper will have different preferences in terms of vehicle design, size, comfort, and some other elements. But there’s a lot more to consider. Below, we have listed some of the must-have features that most used car shoppers will want to be looking for. Read the rest of this entry
