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It’s the time of year for turkeys, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie.
First, a bit of advice. According to Waze, the busiest time to travel is at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The best time to travel though? It’s at 6:00 a.m. on Sunday.
So, if you are going to be one of the hundreds of thousands who hit the road to celebrate the holiday Here are our tips to…
With it being October, it’s Breast Cancer Awareness month. To help raise awareness for breast cancer research and support, Courtesy Toyota of Brandon is going pink.
Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer among American women, right behind skin cancer. Due to its vast reach breast cancer is something that affects each and every one of our lives in various ways as entire families are affected by this disease.
While great strides are being made, the numbers of those diagnosed with breast cancer are still high. One in eight women will be diagnosed in her lifetime. While…
In Florida, it’s hurricane season. With many different storms that will be barreling towards the state over the next few weeks and months, you should consider doing to protect your vehicle in the event of one of these catastrophic storms.
First things first, make sure that you stay updated on the storm’s track. We all know that the track of these hurricanes can and do change constantly. Also, make sure that you have…
You know it always happens when you’re in a hurry. You are looking everywhere and you just cannot find your car keys. You know you put them where you usually do. But they aren’t there. So you panic. It has to be somewhere, right? And you know with the ever increasing modern technology that happens in car keys nowadays, you know that a lost or damaged car key will not be easy to replace.
Well with Toyota, that ever increasing panic can be a thing of the past. Lost or damaged car keys will be able to easily…
Things are getting exciting around here at Courtesy Toyota of Brandon. We are thrilled to announce that we have begun construction on our brand new Courtesy Toyota Facility. This incredible and state-of-the-art building will include the latest and greatest technology, as well as advanced equipment to handle all of your vehicle’s needs. We are also updating our amenities to make for an even more enjoyable visit.
If you are in the market for a new car, a certified pre-owned vehicle, a used car or truck, Toyota parts, or your car is in need of auto repair, our new facility…
Topping the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s awards is once again, Toyota! This year, nine Toyota vehicles were IIHS winners, with eight receiving the TOP SAFETY PICK+ designation. Models earned the awards for the IIHS based on a few key attributes including crashworthiness, headlight quality, and front crash prevention.
The 2017 Toyota TOP SAFETY PICK+ winners were:
It’s almost time! The 2018 all-new Toyota Camry is almost here! Can you feel the excitement? The 2018 Toyota Camry is the eighth-generation sedan and it has seen a total refresh from a dependable and safe car to one that adds a more exciting character courtesy of newfound performance and style.
The 2018 Toyota Camry features an exterior that is surprising. With an unexpected attitude, the Camry’s front is accentuated by a two-piece grille that is comprised of flowing thick and thin treatments. Thesre are key elements of the Camry’s “Keen Look” design philosophy. The new Camry…
More people are planning to hit the roads, the skies, and the rails this Memorial Day weekend. Matter of fact, more people will be heading to vacation destinations than they have since 2005, AAA says it’s an increase of 2.7%!
We know that most people will likely be driving to get to their destinations and that staying safe is incredibly important. We have some helpful tips that will make the drive go just…
April is Earth Month, which means it is time to celebrate all things green. So, we are proud to announce that Toyota the Toyota Prius Prime was recently declared the World Green Car for 2017 at this year’s New York International Auto Show!
Chosen from a list of twelve new vehicles that debuted all over the world this year, the Prius Prime won the illustrious prize. Categories taken into consideration for the winner of this award included tailpipe emissions, fuel consumption, and use of a major advanced power plant technology (beyond engine componentry) that is aimed specifically at increasing…
St. Patrick’s Day is upon us and while it’s certainly a day to party, you should certainly remember to stay safe while out on the roads. It has never been easier to make sure that you are not driving drunk. (Remember, tipsy driving is drunk driving.) Just because you are technically under the legal limit, it doesn’t mean that you are actually ok to drive, since having just one drink can impair a driver’s judgement.
Now we know that with St. Patrick Day being on a Friday this year, the desire to go out and commemorate…
In Florida, it’s hurricane season. With many different storms that will be barreling towards the state over the next few weeks and months, you should consider doing to protect your vehicle in the event of one of these catastrophic storms.
First things first, make sure that you stay updated on the storm’s track. We all know that the track of these hurricanes can and do change constantly. Also, make sure that you have a comprehensive storm safety plan ready to go. Oh and should you need to evacuate, make sure you know your emergency evacuation routes too.
But of course, while you are safeguarding your house, you should also make sure that you protect your vehicle in the event of a hurricane. We at Courtesy Toyota of Brandon have some tips that may be helpful:
First things first, make sure you round up your vehicle’s registration and insurance and put them in a plastic, zip-top bag in a safe location that you will remember. You should also distribute additional documentation and extra keys or key fobs to more than one licensed family member, if possible. That way, if you end up separated, your vehicle is ready to be used in an emergency by all who may need it.
Prior to the storm, make sure you take both exterior and interior photos of your car’s current condition. That way, if you do end up needing to contact your insurance company, you will easily be able to pull up what you need and can prove what your vehicle looked like prior to the storm.
You’ll also want to make sure that your car has enough gas in it prior to the hurricane hitting. The earlier you fill your car, the better, as many gas stations run out of gas in the days leading up to the storm. This can lead to frustration, as well as long lines at gas stations that actually do have gas. Also, leading up to the storm, only use your vehicle sparingly, that way if you do need to leave and the gas stations around you are out of fuel, you’ll be able to get to a place that will have gas more readily available.
If possible, make sure you park your vehicle in a safe location. If you have a garage, park your car in it. If you don’t have a garage, consider parking your car as close to a building as you can. That way your car will at least partially protected from high wind conditions. Whatever you do though, don’t park under power lines or trees that can be easily blown down.
Once the storm is over, make sure that you check for damage and since you took photos prior to the storm, you can easily compare your before photos with your after photos to see what issues may have to be taken care of. In addition, if you need to drive after the storm, only drive if necessary, avoid flooded roads, and watch for fallen objects or weakened infrastructure.
Having a plan ahead of these storms can give you some well needed peace of mind about your car so you can feel a little bit safer.
For those looking impacted by the recent hurricane, please make sure to check out our hurricane relief page for further assistance.
