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A few weeks ago, we got the sad news that Toyota is officially retiring the iconic Toyota Land Cruiser (we're still devastated, tbh). However, this week we got some interesting and possibly good news - Toyota has trademarked a new SUV name that could possibly fill the hole that the Toyota Land Cruiser is leaving in the market. According to rumors, Toyota trademarked the name "Grand Highlander" and we're taking a deeper look at what this new development could mean for drivers. Will this new Toyota replace the Toyota Land Cruiser? As noted, the Clermont Toyota Land Cruiser is going to be put out to pasture after 2021. It's definitely had its day in the sun and Toyota is giving it one more year on the market before retiring it. The good news is that the 2021 model will lose the heavy V8 engine and feature a new V6 that's sporty and powerful. You'll also still be able to get your hands on the Heritage Edition, a limited-run model, and this year it'll offer three rows of seating instead of two (like the prior model). However, after 2021 you won't be able to drive home this iconic SUV (at least not here in the U.S.). That's why we're intrigued about the "Grand Highlander" trademark. Like we said, retiring the Toyota Land Cruiser is leaving a gap in their large SUV lineup. Could the Grand Highlander be Toyota's solution to the said hole? Here's what we think. If the Grand Highlander were introduced to the U.S. market, it could offer a larger alternative to the current Clermont Toyota Highlander. We love the current model - don't misunderstand us - but it's definitely a mid-size SUV. While it offers three rows of seating, the third row can be a bit cramped if you're back there for a long time. And if you put the third row to use, you cut down on your cargo space pretty significantly. What will the Grand Highlander look like? If Toyota were to design and produce a Grand Highlander, we imagine that it would be a larger and more spacious version of the current Clermont Toyota model. This would mean a redesigned back end for a more comfortable third row of passenger seats as well as a larger cargo area, even with the third row up. However, we think it would likely remain on the TNGA-K platform just like its sibling, and would probably boast the V6 engine that's going to be placed in the Land Cruiser for a powerful and sporty performance. It may even offer a hybrid option just like the current Toyota Highlander. We think - fingers crossed - it'll be similar to the current Lexus LX in terms of features, space, and performance. Either way - whether the Grand Highlander comes to fruition or not - we've got plenty of SUV options at Toyota of Clermont waiting for you to test drive them. From the compact Toyota RAV4 to the luxurious Land Cruiser, you're covered! Come visit us at 16851 State Road 50 just off the Florida Turnpike. You can also call us to schedule your test drive today at (352) 404-7000.

A few weeks ago, we got the sad news that Toyota is officially retiring the iconic Toyota Land Cruiser (we're still devastated, tbh). However, this week we got some interesting and possibly good news - Toyota has trademarked a new SUV name that could possibly fill the hole that the Toyota Land Cruiser is leaving in the market. According to rumors, Toyota trademarked the name "Grand Highlander" and we're taking a deeper look at what this new development could mean for drivers. Will this new Toyota replace the Toyota Land Cruiser? As noted, the Clermont Toyota Land Cruiser is going to be put out to pasture after 2021. It's definitely had its day in the sun and Toyota is giving it one more year on the market before retiring it. The good news is that the 2021 model will lose the heavy V8 engine and feature a new V6 that's sporty and powerful. You'll also still be able to get your hands on the Heritage Edition, a limited-run model, and this year it'll offer three rows of seating instead of two (like the prior model). However, after 2021 you won't be able to drive home this iconic SUV (at least not here in the U.S.). That's why we're intrigued about the "Grand Highlander" trademark. Like we said, retiring the Toyota Land Cruiser is leaving a gap in their large SUV lineup. Could the Grand Highlander be Toyota's solution to the said hole? Here's what we think. If the Grand Highlander were introduced to the U.S. market, it could offer a larger alternative to the current Clermont Toyota Highlander. We love the current model - don't misunderstand us - but it's definitely a mid-size SUV. While it offers three rows of seating, the third row can be a bit cramped if you're back there for a long time. And if you put the third row to use, you cut down on your cargo space pretty significantly. What will the Grand Highlander look like? If Toyota were to design and produce a Grand Highlander, we imagine that it would be a larger and more spacious version of the current Clermont Toyota model. This would mean a redesigned back end for a more comfortable third row of passenger seats as well as a larger cargo area, even with the third row up. However, we think it would likely remain on the TNGA-K platform just like its sibling, and would probably boast the V6 engine that's going to be placed in the Land Cruiser for a powerful and sporty performance. It may even offer a hybrid option just like the current Toyota Highlander. We think - fingers crossed - it'll be similar to the current Lexus LX in terms of features, space, and performance. Either way - whether the Grand Highlander comes to fruition or not - we've got plenty of SUV options at Toyota of Clermont waiting for you to test drive them. From the compact Toyota RAV4 to the luxurious Land Cruiser, you're covered! Come visit us at 16851 State Road 50 just off the Florida Turnpike. You can also call us to schedule your test drive today at (352) 404-7000.

Shopping for a new car often involves an extensive checklist. On that list you'll likely have necessity features like stylish looks, comfy seats, good acceleration and so on. Whatever your order of features, safety features are likely high on your list. No matter which automotive brand you shop you'll likely find that they all have their own suite of safety technology on their vehicles. But nothing can come close to Toyota Safety Sense and the advanced safety tech in every Toyota on our lineup. Check out the finer details right here from Toyota of Clermont! Explaining How Advanced Toyota Safety Features Work Toyota uses a specific suite of Clermont safety features called the Toyota Safety Suite. This advanced system includes several programs that most would think are reserved for luxury cars. Today we're breaking down the different programs used on Toyota vehicles and how they work. Dynamic Radar Cruise Control Cruise control is great to use when cruising the highway but it can be rendered useless if you're in a trafficky spot. The answer? Dynamic Radar Cruise Control. By using a variety of advanced exterior cameras your Clermont Toyota model can engage in highway cruise control driving and maintain a specified distance between it and the car in front. The system can also adjust the speed of your car depending on the flow of traffic. Pre-Collision System w/ Pedestrian Detection This Clermont safety feature is used to avoid or lessen the impact of a potential collision with another vehicle. The Pre-Collision System also comes with an optional feature, Bicyclist Detection, that can detect cyclists on the road during the daytime. In the event of an oncoming collision with a pedestrian or other vehicle your vehicle with provide warning sounds and haptic feedback. If the driver doesn't respond quickly enough then the system can automatically break for the driver. Lane Departure Alert w/ Steering Assist The Lane Departure Alert system works by sensing white or yellow lane markers and then warning the vehicle driver if they start to drift or accidentally switch lanes. Sounds and haptic feedback are used to warn the driver and small driving corrections can be made if there's not a reaction quickly enough. Automatic High Beams High beams are helpful for drivers in low visibility conditions but other drivers can be harmed by them. Automatic High Beams are used to illuminate the road ahead while still being courteous to other drivers. Sensors in the front of the Clermont Toyota car sense other light sources and automatically activate and deactivate the high beams accordingly. Road Sign Assist This Toyota safety feature uses cameras on the exterior to sense and display road signs for the driver to see more easily. Road signs are then displayed on the vehicle's dashboard so drivers can see them without being too heavily distracted or having to adjust their gaze. Shop Safety Features with Toyota of Clermont Toyota is an automotive brand with the best of the best when it comes to safety features. Shop our huge inventory of safe Toyota vehicles today at 16851 State Road 50 or online anytime!

Shopping for a new car often involves an extensive checklist. On that list you'll likely have necessity features like stylish looks, comfy seats, good acceleration and so on. Whatever your order of features, safety features are likely high on your list. No matter which automotive brand you shop you'll likely find that they all have their own suite of safety technology on their vehicles. But nothing can come close to Toyota Safety Sense and the advanced safety tech in every Toyota on our lineup. Check out the finer details right here from Toyota of Clermont! Explaining How Advanced Toyota Safety Features Work Toyota uses a specific suite of Clermont safety features called the Toyota Safety Suite. This advanced system includes several programs that most would think are reserved for luxury cars. Today we're breaking down the different programs used on Toyota vehicles and how they work. Dynamic Radar Cruise Control Cruise control is great to use when cruising the highway but it can be rendered useless if you're in a trafficky spot. The answer? Dynamic Radar Cruise Control. By using a variety of advanced exterior cameras your Clermont Toyota model can engage in highway cruise control driving and maintain a specified distance between it and the car in front. The system can also adjust the speed of your car depending on the flow of traffic. Pre-Collision System w/ Pedestrian Detection This Clermont safety feature is used to avoid or lessen the impact of a potential collision with another vehicle. The Pre-Collision System also comes with an optional feature, Bicyclist Detection, that can detect cyclists on the road during the daytime. In the event of an oncoming collision with a pedestrian or other vehicle your vehicle with provide warning sounds and haptic feedback. If the driver doesn't respond quickly enough then the system can automatically break for the driver. Lane Departure Alert w/ Steering Assist The Lane Departure Alert system works by sensing white or yellow lane markers and then warning the vehicle driver if they start to drift or accidentally switch lanes. Sounds and haptic feedback are used to warn the driver and small driving corrections can be made if there's not a reaction quickly enough. Automatic High Beams High beams are helpful for drivers in low visibility conditions but other drivers can be harmed by them. Automatic High Beams are used to illuminate the road ahead while still being courteous to other drivers. Sensors in the front of the Clermont Toyota car sense other light sources and automatically activate and deactivate the high beams accordingly. Road Sign Assist This Toyota safety feature uses cameras on the exterior to sense and display road signs for the driver to see more easily. Road signs are then displayed on the vehicle's dashboard so drivers can see them without being too heavily distracted or having to adjust their gaze. Shop Safety Features with Toyota of Clermont Toyota is an automotive brand with the best of the best when it comes to safety features. Shop our huge inventory of safe Toyota vehicles today at 16851 State Road 50 or online anytime!

Not too long ago we at Toyota of Clermont were the bearer of bad news. When we shared with you that the idea to retire to the Toyota Land Cruiser was floating around, we never expected it to become reality. Unfortunately we're once again the bearer of bad news when we say that it's been confirmed that the historical Cruiser will be retired after the 2021 model year. Just like you, we're reaching for the tissue box. But, we have to report the news all the same. Check out the latest right here! Bidding Farewell to a True Legend What began as a military vehicle meant to tackle any number of terrain types has evolved repeatedly with an uncountable number of features in its catalog. The Clermont Toyota Land Cruiser has been a main staple of Toyota's lineup for decades and is hailed as one of the longest production nameplates out there. This Toyota SUV has always enjoyed a sustained popularity and there's never been doubt of its capability after all these years. However, supreme capability and history can't save the Toyota Land Cruiser from it's inevitable retirement. So, what happened? Why is Toyota retiring this Clermont classic? The answer lies mostly with drivers. Old Dog, New Tricks The truth behind the Land Cruiser's retirement may lie in it's lack of overall sales figures. In fact, the Cruiser only sold a dismal 3,536 units in 2019 and then the Coronavirus arrived and shook the automotive industry to its core. The Cruiser has become more of a niche ride as opposed to the mainstream powerhouse Toyota was hoping for. This is likely due to a few reasons: The Clermont Toyota Land Cruiser has been stagnant in its current 200 Series since 2008 and little has changed. This removes much incentive for many prospective drivers to get behind the wheel. Its price point is exceedingly high. The Cruiser, when all is said and done, can cost one around $90,ooo. This high of a price point commands many options and there are many drivers out there who would rather pay for something a little more luxurious in comparison. The engineering hasn't adapted either. Currently, the Cruiser borrows its 5.7L V8 engine from the Tundra and hasn't changed it once throughout its current generation. Consequently the Clermont Toyota Land Cruiser only reaps 14 combined mpg and burns gas faster than a match to lighter fluid. Yes, the Land Cruiser carries a legendary nameplate and historical adaptability, but it's time has come. But, there's a bit of a silver-lining. The Clermont Toyota Land Cruiser will continue to thrive in other global markets and it's Lexus counterpart, the LX, will continue to be sold in North America. There's also speculation that the Cruiser nameplate will be revived after a brief hibernation, much like the Venza did. After a few years of design and engineering tweaking the Land Cruiser just might return to North America (fingers crossed). Shop the Toyota Land Cruiser Before it's too Late The Land Cruiser will be leaving Toyota of Clermont soon so get yours while you can! Visit us at 16851 State Road 50 today or shop our inventory online anytime.

Not too long ago we at Toyota of Clermont were the bearer of bad news. When we shared with you that the idea to retire to the Toyota Land Cruiser was floating around, we never expected it to become reality. Unfortunately we're once again the bearer of bad news when we say that it's been confirmed that the historical Cruiser will be retired after the 2021 model year. Just like you, we're reaching for the tissue box. But, we have to report the news all the same. Check out the latest right here! Bidding Farewell to a True Legend What began as a military vehicle meant to tackle any number of terrain types has evolved repeatedly with an uncountable number of features in its catalog. The Clermont Toyota Land Cruiser has been a main staple of Toyota's lineup for decades and is hailed as one of the longest production nameplates out there. This Toyota SUV has always enjoyed a sustained popularity and there's never been doubt of its capability after all these years. However, supreme capability and history can't save the Toyota Land Cruiser from it's inevitable retirement. So, what happened? Why is Toyota retiring this Clermont classic? The answer lies mostly with drivers. Old Dog, New Tricks The truth behind the Land Cruiser's retirement may lie in it's lack of overall sales figures. In fact, the Cruiser only sold a dismal 3,536 units in 2019 and then the Coronavirus arrived and shook the automotive industry to its core. The Cruiser has become more of a niche ride as opposed to the mainstream powerhouse Toyota was hoping for. This is likely due to a few reasons: The Clermont Toyota Land Cruiser has been stagnant in its current 200 Series since 2008 and little has changed. This removes much incentive for many prospective drivers to get behind the wheel. Its price point is exceedingly high. The Cruiser, when all is said and done, can cost one around $90,ooo. This high of a price point commands many options and there are many drivers out there who would rather pay for something a little more luxurious in comparison. The engineering hasn't adapted either. Currently, the Cruiser borrows its 5.7L V8 engine from the Tundra and hasn't changed it once throughout its current generation. Consequently the Clermont Toyota Land Cruiser only reaps 14 combined mpg and burns gas faster than a match to lighter fluid. Yes, the Land Cruiser carries a legendary nameplate and historical adaptability, but it's time has come. But, there's a bit of a silver-lining. The Clermont Toyota Land Cruiser will continue to thrive in other global markets and it's Lexus counterpart, the LX, will continue to be sold in North America. There's also speculation that the Cruiser nameplate will be revived after a brief hibernation, much like the Venza did. After a few years of design and engineering tweaking the Land Cruiser just might return to North America (fingers crossed). Shop the Toyota Land Cruiser Before it's too Late The Land Cruiser will be leaving Toyota of Clermont soon so get yours while you can! Visit us at 16851 State Road 50 today or shop our inventory online anytime.

Each year Toyota takes the vehicles that we know and love and gives them a unique hypothetical remix that makes us all clamor and beg for production. The Speciality Equipment Market Association (SEMA) event happens each year and Toyota always shows up and shows out. While this year has thrown many things through a loop, the show must go on and we're beyond excited that we've gotten to take a look what SEMA has to offer this year and that we get to share it all with you. With a second wave of loadouts here, Toyota of Clermont is ready to show you some amazing new Toyota hypotheticals! Custom Loadouts from SEMA are Here and Wow! The SEMA show each year displays amazing custom hypothetical models that leave many drivers itching for a genuine production model. This year's second wave of new Toyota loadouts look incredible and here they are: 2021 GR Supra Sport Top Last year, Toyota unveiled a unique Heritage Edition for the Clermont Toyota Supra that hearkened to Mk4 generation. For this year Toyota had a goal to provide the throwback model with a companion. The Supra Hot Top also takes things back by removing the roof from the Supra. Like a typical convertible, the Supra Sport Top has been bolstered in its body design to provide for an open air experience up top with no perpendicular running bar that would suggest a T-Top design. This model is also designed with Mk4 details like a special basket handle and round taillights. TRD Sport Trailer The bed of a truck is truly the most useful feature of a Clermont new Toyota car. You can haul just about anything in there and get things done more efficiently. But, what if you detached it from say a Tacoma and loaded it with enough gear to make camping a tad more glamorous (glamping?)? You'd likely find yourself with the TRD Sport Trailer. This unique hypothetical Toyota accessory takes a Tacoma pickup bed and outfits it with a variety of Overlanding off-roading and camping accessories. The new Toyota concept is designed with features like a remote-operated scissor lift, a Yakima tent with awning, a custom-built toilet with trash can, refrigerator, hot water heater, slide out sink and stove, lighting system, and tanks for both fresh and gray water. With this unique setup, your next camping trip is bound to be more comfortable. 2020 GR Supra Heritage Edition Toyota brought back the iconic new Toyota Supra Heritage Edition for the SEMA lineup this year and it has us at Toyota of Clermont excited about the possibilities of a future production model. This year's model adds a few key features to the design, like large brakes, turbocharger and ECU, custom front and rear suspension, and a tuned engine. Shop Unique New Toyota Models at Toyota of Clermont While the models you see here from this year's SEMA show aren't in production just yet, that doesn't mean you can't behind the wheel of a unique special edition new Toyota model. Shop with Toyota of Clermont today at 16851 State Road 50.

Each year Toyota takes the vehicles that we know and love and gives them a unique hypothetical remix that makes us all clamor and beg for production. The Speciality Equipment Market Association (SEMA) event happens each year and Toyota always shows up and shows out. While this year has thrown many things through a loop, the show must go on and we're beyond excited that we've gotten to take a look what SEMA has to offer this year and that we get to share it all with you. With a second wave of loadouts here, Toyota of Clermont is ready to show you some amazing new Toyota hypotheticals! Custom Loadouts from SEMA are Here and Wow! The SEMA show each year displays amazing custom hypothetical models that leave many drivers itching for a genuine production model. This year's second wave of new Toyota loadouts look incredible and here they are: 2021 GR Supra Sport Top Last year, Toyota unveiled a unique Heritage Edition for the Clermont Toyota Supra that hearkened to Mk4 generation. For this year Toyota had a goal to provide the throwback model with a companion. The Supra Hot Top also takes things back by removing the roof from the Supra. Like a typical convertible, the Supra Sport Top has been bolstered in its body design to provide for an open air experience up top with no perpendicular running bar that would suggest a T-Top design. This model is also designed with Mk4 details like a special basket handle and round taillights. TRD Sport Trailer The bed of a truck is truly the most useful feature of a Clermont new Toyota car. You can haul just about anything in there and get things done more efficiently. But, what if you detached it from say a Tacoma and loaded it with enough gear to make camping a tad more glamorous (glamping?)? You'd likely find yourself with the TRD Sport Trailer. This unique hypothetical Toyota accessory takes a Tacoma pickup bed and outfits it with a variety of Overlanding off-roading and camping accessories. The new Toyota concept is designed with features like a remote-operated scissor lift, a Yakima tent with awning, a custom-built toilet with trash can, refrigerator, hot water heater, slide out sink and stove, lighting system, and tanks for both fresh and gray water. With this unique setup, your next camping trip is bound to be more comfortable. 2020 GR Supra Heritage Edition Toyota brought back the iconic new Toyota Supra Heritage Edition for the SEMA lineup this year and it has us at Toyota of Clermont excited about the possibilities of a future production model. This year's model adds a few key features to the design, like large brakes, turbocharger and ECU, custom front and rear suspension, and a tuned engine. Shop Unique New Toyota Models at Toyota of Clermont While the models you see here from this year's SEMA show aren't in production just yet, that doesn't mean you can't behind the wheel of a unique special edition new Toyota model. Shop with Toyota of Clermont today at 16851 State Road 50.

Pretty recently we at Toyota of Clermont had to do some walking back on some opinions we shared regarding Toyota's general lack of EVs on its lineup. A few days after publishing our piece Toyota released a teaser for an upcoming electric car set to be released for the European market soon. While this is great news for our neighbors across the pond, it still means that North America won't get its hands on an EV from Toyota yet. But, there's still great news we'd like to report. Toyota is currently working on producing a solid-state EV car battery! If you're anxious to hear the news, check out the latest info right here. What's the Deal with a Solid-State Car Battery? Solid state car batteries have been in talks for several years now. Electric cars are true wonders of the automotive world but they do come with several drawbacks. Mainly, gradual degradation, loss of charge, long charge times, and more. The technology has vastly improved since the days of the RAV4 EV, but we still have a ways to go. Toyota believes the future, and it's long-term investment in Clermont EVs, lies in the solid state car battery. What makes this technology so special and how did it come to be? Toyota is planning on producing a prototype solid-state battery by 2021. The large claim regarding these Clermont car batteries is that they can reach a full charge in 10 minutes, have larger range sizes, hold charges better, and more. Toyota has partnered with Panasonic to make the solid state car battery a reality. The initial European EV teased last week likely won't have this technology available, but it could when it makes its way to North America. Toyota is on track to limitedly manufacture the batteries by 2025. The solid state car battery is seen as a figurative "holy grail" in the world of EVs and as the technological puzzle piece that will inspire widespread adoption of the car type. While this image sounds amazing and we'd love to have this technology here at Toyota of Clermont, solid state batteries aren't without their limitations. In fact, the solid state car battery, while having a long life and charge span, has been plagued by failure after repeated charging. Lithium-ion batteries, the technology we currently use for almost anything that runs on batteries, has been worked for several years and is reliable. Solid state technology still has some hurdles to jump over before it can be used widely. Toyota must not only perfect this error in the technology, they must also bring it to a wider production range. Shop Electrified Toyota Models at Toyota of Clermont Unfortunately, EVs with solid state car batteries are a decent ways off. But you can still shop for for an electrified Toyota model with us at Toyota of Clermont today. Get behind the wheel of a Toyota Highlander Hybrid or the RAV4 Prime now at 16851 State Road 50.

Pretty recently we at Toyota of Clermont had to do some walking back on some opinions we shared regarding Toyota's general lack of EVs on its lineup. A few days after publishing our piece Toyota released a teaser for an upcoming electric car set to be released for the European market soon. While this is great news for our neighbors across the pond, it still means that North America won't get its hands on an EV from Toyota yet. But, there's still great news we'd like to report. Toyota is currently working on producing a solid-state EV car battery! If you're anxious to hear the news, check out the latest info right here. What's the Deal with a Solid-State Car Battery? Solid state car batteries have been in talks for several years now. Electric cars are true wonders of the automotive world but they do come with several drawbacks. Mainly, gradual degradation, loss of charge, long charge times, and more. The technology has vastly improved since the days of the RAV4 EV, but we still have a ways to go. Toyota believes the future, and it's long-term investment in Clermont EVs, lies in the solid state car battery. What makes this technology so special and how did it come to be? Toyota is planning on producing a prototype solid-state battery by 2021. The large claim regarding these Clermont car batteries is that they can reach a full charge in 10 minutes, have larger range sizes, hold charges better, and more. Toyota has partnered with Panasonic to make the solid state car battery a reality. The initial European EV teased last week likely won't have this technology available, but it could when it makes its way to North America. Toyota is on track to limitedly manufacture the batteries by 2025. The solid state car battery is seen as a figurative "holy grail" in the world of EVs and as the technological puzzle piece that will inspire widespread adoption of the car type. While this image sounds amazing and we'd love to have this technology here at Toyota of Clermont, solid state batteries aren't without their limitations. In fact, the solid state car battery, while having a long life and charge span, has been plagued by failure after repeated charging. Lithium-ion batteries, the technology we currently use for almost anything that runs on batteries, has been worked for several years and is reliable. Solid state technology still has some hurdles to jump over before it can be used widely. Toyota must not only perfect this error in the technology, they must also bring it to a wider production range. Shop Electrified Toyota Models at Toyota of Clermont Unfortunately, EVs with solid state car batteries are a decent ways off. But you can still shop for for an electrified Toyota model with us at Toyota of Clermont today. Get behind the wheel of a Toyota Highlander Hybrid or the RAV4 Prime now at 16851 State Road 50.

As new vehicles are produced and prepared to hit the market, they're put through a variety of tests and simulations. This is done to make sure that the these vehicles are safe for drivers to pilot. Tests on vehicles assess the efficacy of their safety features, how they perform in a variety of accidents, if their failsafes work, and so on. Testing vehicles is of utmost important during the production process and every test is designed to test a specific something on the vehicle in question. One particular test that is all parts entertaining and practical is the evasive maneuver test or commonly known as the moose test. Whether or not you've heard of it, Toyota of Clermont is here to give you a run down of what this test entails and how Toyota vehicles have performed. Look Out! A Moose Test! The moose test is truly unique in that it's practically unorthodox. Many new Clermont Toyota vehicles undergo crashing and rollover tests to ensure their safety and reliability in certain situations. The evasive maneuver test is unique in that it is only performed in places where you would commonly find large animals wandering onto busy roadways. Before we dive into how Toyota has fared with the infamous moose test, let's take a look at its origins and merit as a road test. The moose test is most commonly performed in Sweden where the test originated in the 1970s. For this road test, cones are placed in a S shaped pattern with a sudden left turn and a straight-away bookending either segment of the test. This test is made to simulate an object suddenly and unexpectedly obstructing your path forward. The driver must know to swerve out of the way and then regain control of the vehicle after the object has been avoided. For many vehicles, this test is rather difficult and often leads to automotive manufacturers reconsidering the efficacy of their Clermont safety systems. Vehicles in the test typically travel around 40 - 50 mph when conducting the maneuver. One of the most notable moose test failures was in 1997 with a Mercedes A Class. This luxury car was thought to be able to pass the test with flying colors but actually overturned during the maneuver segment. It was beat out by an economy (and often ridiculed) German Trabant. Toyota vs. The Moose Test The moose test is quite an unforgiving road test and Clermont Toyota cars are not strangers to its rigors. Here's home some models have fared against the infamous test: The 2016 Toyota Hilux infamously ponied up to tackle the moose test and nearly rolled during the turning portion. A quick search for the video will give any viewer anxiety. The 2020 Toyota RAV4 attempted to moose test and performed without rolling but didn't pass. Striking the cones is grounds for failure and our beloved Clermont Toyota RAV4 simply didn't have it. But, that's not the worst of it. The brand new Toyota RAV4 Prime, a much heavier vehicle, recently performed the moose test and failed miserably. In fact, the driver's side tire and wheel separated briefly during the turn. Toyota has commented and said they will rectify the issue and update necessary safety features on future productions of the Clermont Toyota RAv4 Prime. The Toyota Supra was a surprise pass, but it did take a few attempts to get it right. And there you have it! Luckily, driving in North America (for the most part) moose don't often wander onto busy roadways. But, you should always be prepared for anything when you're behind the wheel. If you're ready to shop with us, visit Toyota of Clermont today at 16851 State Road 5o and shop our full inventory online and in person today!

As new vehicles are produced and prepared to hit the market, they're put through a variety of tests and simulations. This is done to make sure that the these vehicles are safe for drivers to pilot. Tests on vehicles assess the efficacy of their safety features, how they perform in a variety of accidents, if their failsafes work, and so on. Testing vehicles is of utmost important during the production process and every test is designed to test a specific something on the vehicle in question. One particular test that is all parts entertaining and practical is the evasive maneuver test or commonly known as the moose test. Whether or not you've heard of it, Toyota of Clermont is here to give you a run down of what this test entails and how Toyota vehicles have performed. Look Out! A Moose Test! The moose test is truly unique in that it's practically unorthodox. Many new Clermont Toyota vehicles undergo crashing and rollover tests to ensure their safety and reliability in certain situations. The evasive maneuver test is unique in that it is only performed in places where you would commonly find large animals wandering onto busy roadways. Before we dive into how Toyota has fared with the infamous moose test, let's take a look at its origins and merit as a road test. The moose test is most commonly performed in Sweden where the test originated in the 1970s. For this road test, cones are placed in a S shaped pattern with a sudden left turn and a straight-away bookending either segment of the test. This test is made to simulate an object suddenly and unexpectedly obstructing your path forward. The driver must know to swerve out of the way and then regain control of the vehicle after the object has been avoided. For many vehicles, this test is rather difficult and often leads to automotive manufacturers reconsidering the efficacy of their Clermont safety systems. Vehicles in the test typically travel around 40 - 50 mph when conducting the maneuver. One of the most notable moose test failures was in 1997 with a Mercedes A Class. This luxury car was thought to be able to pass the test with flying colors but actually overturned during the maneuver segment. It was beat out by an economy (and often ridiculed) German Trabant. Toyota vs. The Moose Test The moose test is quite an unforgiving road test and Clermont Toyota cars are not strangers to its rigors. Here's home some models have fared against the infamous test: The 2016 Toyota Hilux infamously ponied up to tackle the moose test and nearly rolled during the turning portion. A quick search for the video will give any viewer anxiety. The 2020 Toyota RAV4 attempted to moose test and performed without rolling but didn't pass. Striking the cones is grounds for failure and our beloved Clermont Toyota RAV4 simply didn't have it. But, that's not the worst of it. The brand new Toyota RAV4 Prime, a much heavier vehicle, recently performed the moose test and failed miserably. In fact, the driver's side tire and wheel separated briefly during the turn. Toyota has commented and said they will rectify the issue and update necessary safety features on future productions of the Clermont Toyota RAv4 Prime. The Toyota Supra was a surprise pass, but it did take a few attempts to get it right. And there you have it! Luckily, driving in North America (for the most part) moose don't often wander onto busy roadways. But, you should always be prepared for anything when you're behind the wheel. If you're ready to shop with us, visit Toyota of Clermont today at 16851 State Road 5o and shop our full inventory online and in person today!