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Toyota has been quite an interesting party when it comes to its stance on electric cars. Throwing shade at Tesla, Akio Toyoda describing the market as currently dismal and fantastical, and now we have news that Toyota is bringing 3 electrified models to North America, 2 of which will be battery powered EVs. While it may seem like a ball out of left field scenario for our favorite automotive manufacturer, the truth is that Toyota is largely committed to making a positive environmental impact with its lineup. The Clermont Toyota Prius began the trend as the world's first mainstream hybrid car and now we have more options than ever. Toyota's recent announcement comes as a surprise to many of us and we can't wait to see what new models are going to be introduced this year! If you're looking for the latest info, Toyota of Clermont has it right here! More Electric Cars Coming Your Way! In an unexpected turn of events, Toyota published a news release just days ago detailing how it would debut 3 new electric cars for the North American market and it would do it in 2021. One would be a plug-in Clermont EV, like the Toyota RAV4 Prime, and the other 2 would be strictly battery operated EVs, much like a Tesla vehicle. We definitely weren't expecting that to happen and especially with this quick of a turn around. It's likely we'll have more details later regarding what these vehicles will actually be along with their features and performance metrics, but for now we have some initial details: Toyota plans to unveil a specific electric car platform between now and 2025. The e-TNGA platform will, in effect, make it so that Toyota can design any one of its vehicles on the conventional and Lexus lineups to be electrified in some capacity. The overall goal of introducing these vehicles and providing more electric options is to allow Toyota's consumer base to enter the EV market from various affordability points. The idea is to lower greenhouse gases over a gradual period of time by allowing drivers to access electric cars in various purchasing stages. Multiple past news headlines point to a possible new electric car being produced rather than just a simple electrified version of an existing model. Plus, Toyota's deal with Panasonic to create more efficient vehicle batteries might bear fruit with this upcoming venture. Unfortunately, news regarding these new electric vehicles is fairly scarce. For now we'll have to wait until we receive more news to report further. But, judging from this recent news release and other reports we've seen, Toyota is planning big things for this year. The new Clermont Toyota Tundra could be unveiled soon, Toyota recently filed a trademark for the Celica name, and the Toyota 86 is getting a new design sometime soon! Shop with Toyota of Clermont Today! To stay up to date on the latest in Toyota news, especially about these new electric cars, follow our blog and check back for more frequently. If you're looking for a new Toyota model to drive home today, visit our dealership at 16851 State Road 50!

Buying a car can be a little bit overwhelming in the paperwork process itself. There are so many things to sign that it can be easy to just throw your hands up and sign away without really understanding what you're putting your pen to. We try to make it as easy as possible at Toyota of Clermont and explain each and every document you're signing, and we're taking it one step further - today we're explaining car titles and everything you need to know about them. What is a car title? First things first - what is a car title? Basically, this piece of paper is issued by the state in which you buy the car and indicates ownership. It includes information like: The make, model, and year of your new vehicle, as well as the VIN The owner's information, including the name and address Technical specifications of the vehicle, like the gross weight The license plate number that's attached to the car And if applicable, the lienholder's (the place you borrowed the money from) information. This info will only be on the car title if you finance the vehicle.  And remember, if you finance a car, you don't actually own it until it's paid off. Because of that, you won't actually receive the paper title until you've paid off your debt in full. Additionally, the title should include if the car has been deemed a "lemon" due to the Lemon Law - this is when the car has actually been returned to the dealer because it doesn't meet performance or safety quality standards. What types of car titles are there? There are actually four different types of car titles that you should be aware of when buying a car, especially if you're shopping for a Clermont used car. Here's the breakdown of each type: #1: Clean: If the car title is clean, it means that the car is structurally sound and hasn't been through any incidents. This is the type of title you'll find when you buy a new Toyota at Toyota of Clermont, as well as some used vehicles. #2: Clear: A car title is deemed clear if it's been paid off - there's no lienholder, and the person who owns it owns it outright. #3: Salvage: A salvage car title means that the car was in bad enough of an accident to deem it "totaled" - i.e., not financially worth repairing, or damaged so badly that it can't be safely repaired to be driven anymore. Buyer, beware of salvage title cars. Most insurance companies refuse to insure these cars because they're not safe to be on the road. #4: Rebuilt or reconstructed: If a salvage car is rebuilt or reconstructed so that it's now acceptably safe to drive, then the title can be upgraded to rebuilt or reconstructed. However, check with your insurance company before you buy a car with this type of title - they may still have a problem insuring it. Additionally, these types of vehicles can be hard to sell down the road. What happens if you lose your car title? Don't stress - it's not difficult to get a replacement one and you can typically even request one online and have it sent to you. You'll just need to provide your make, model, year, VIN, lienholder information or a record of how you paid for the car, and your driver's license... you should be good to go. Need more information about car titles, or want to shop Clermont Toyotas? Get everything you need today at Toyota of Clermont. We're conveniently located just off the Florida Turnpike at 16851 State Road 50, and you can call us at (352) 404-7000.

Buying a car can be a little bit overwhelming in the paperwork process itself. There are so many things to sign that it can be easy to just throw your hands up and sign away without really understanding what you're putting your pen to. We try to make it as easy as possible at Toyota of Clermont and explain each and every document you're signing, and we're taking it one step further - today we're explaining car titles and everything you need to know about them. What is a car title? First things first - what is a car title? Basically, this piece of paper is issued by the state in which you buy the car and indicates ownership. It includes information like: The make, model, and year of your new vehicle, as well as the VIN The owner's information, including the name and address Technical specifications of the vehicle, like the gross weight The license plate number that's attached to the car And if applicable, the lienholder's (the place you borrowed the money from) information. This info will only be on the car title if you finance the vehicle.  And remember, if you finance a car, you don't actually own it until it's paid off. Because of that, you won't actually receive the paper title until you've paid off your debt in full. Additionally, the title should include if the car has been deemed a "lemon" due to the Lemon Law - this is when the car has actually been returned to the dealer because it doesn't meet performance or safety quality standards. What types of car titles are there? There are actually four different types of car titles that you should be aware of when buying a car, especially if you're shopping for a Clermont used car. Here's the breakdown of each type: #1: Clean: If the car title is clean, it means that the car is structurally sound and hasn't been through any incidents. This is the type of title you'll find when you buy a new Toyota at Toyota of Clermont, as well as some used vehicles. #2: Clear: A car title is deemed clear if it's been paid off - there's no lienholder, and the person who owns it owns it outright. #3: Salvage: A salvage car title means that the car was in bad enough of an accident to deem it "totaled" - i.e., not financially worth repairing, or damaged so badly that it can't be safely repaired to be driven anymore. Buyer, beware of salvage title cars. Most insurance companies refuse to insure these cars because they're not safe to be on the road. #4: Rebuilt or reconstructed: If a salvage car is rebuilt or reconstructed so that it's now acceptably safe to drive, then the title can be upgraded to rebuilt or reconstructed. However, check with your insurance company before you buy a car with this type of title - they may still have a problem insuring it. Additionally, these types of vehicles can be hard to sell down the road. What happens if you lose your car title? Don't stress - it's not difficult to get a replacement one and you can typically even request one online and have it sent to you. You'll just need to provide your make, model, year, VIN, lienholder information or a record of how you paid for the car, and your driver's license... you should be good to go. Need more information about car titles, or want to shop Clermont Toyotas? Get everything you need today at Toyota of Clermont. We're conveniently located just off the Florida Turnpike at 16851 State Road 50, and you can call us at (352) 404-7000.

Do you dread the moment your alarm goes off, knowing you have a terrible morning commute ahead of you? You're not the only one - plenty of people hate their morning drive time. It could be anything from bad traffic to just not being a morning person, but whatever the reason, you don't want it to set a sour tone for the rest of your day. That's why Toyota of Clermont has come up with a list of six quick and easy tips to make your morning commute more enjoyable. Six tips to improve your commute every morning Tip #1: Change your route every once in a while. When's the last time you switched things up in terms of your route? Why not find an alternate and give yourself a chance of scenery? This alone can make your commute seem a little fresher in the mornings and also gives you the opportunity to find new stores, restaurants, parks, and more in your city that you may otherwise have never known about. Tip #2: Keep your car clean and organized. If you hate your morning commute, you're going to hate it even more in a dirty car. Keep your Clermont Toyota clean and detailed, as well as organized, to make your morning drive time more enjoyable. Keeping your car free of clutter, trash, and dirt can take a lot of stress off. If you don't have the time or desire to detail your own car, Toyota of Clermont can help! Tip #3: Bring your favorite coffee or snacks. Give yourself something to look forward to - save that cup of good coffee for the car or bring a snack you've been craving along for the ride. We don't recommend eating a full meal behind the wheel; this just leads to distracted driving. Tip #4: Don't rush. Your morning commute will be that much more stressful if you're racing to beat the clock and get to work on time. Leave early and give yourself a little cushion to get where you need to go. Worst case, you get to work early and have a few extra minutes to scroll in the parking lot before you head in. Tip #5: Call home. Why not use the time to check in at home or with early bird friends? Your morning commute is a great time to make phone calls that you wouldn't otherwise have time to make. Just make sure you're using your Clermont Toyota's hands-free technology to make the calls so you can keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road at all times. Tip #6: Invest yourself in a new audiobook or podcast. Use your commute to check out that new audiobook you saw on Amazon or to listen to the podcast that's trending. It's a great way to pass the time AND engage with something interesting - you may just learn something, too. Become a morning person (maybe) with Toyota of Clermont's help Have questions or want to either schedule car detailing or shop for car care supplies? Call Toyota of Clermont today. You can reach us seven days a week at (352) 404-7001.

Do you dread the moment your alarm goes off, knowing you have a terrible morning commute ahead of you? You're not the only one - plenty of people hate their morning drive time. It could be anything from bad traffic to just not being a morning person, but whatever the reason, you don't want it to set a sour tone for the rest of your day. That's why Toyota of Clermont has come up with a list of six quick and easy tips to make your morning commute more enjoyable. Six tips to improve your commute every morning Tip #1: Change your route every once in a while. When's the last time you switched things up in terms of your route? Why not find an alternate and give yourself a chance of scenery? This alone can make your commute seem a little fresher in the mornings and also gives you the opportunity to find new stores, restaurants, parks, and more in your city that you may otherwise have never known about. Tip #2: Keep your car clean and organized. If you hate your morning commute, you're going to hate it even more in a dirty car. Keep your Clermont Toyota clean and detailed, as well as organized, to make your morning drive time more enjoyable. Keeping your car free of clutter, trash, and dirt can take a lot of stress off. If you don't have the time or desire to detail your own car, Toyota of Clermont can help! Tip #3: Bring your favorite coffee or snacks. Give yourself something to look forward to - save that cup of good coffee for the car or bring a snack you've been craving along for the ride. We don't recommend eating a full meal behind the wheel; this just leads to distracted driving. Tip #4: Don't rush. Your morning commute will be that much more stressful if you're racing to beat the clock and get to work on time. Leave early and give yourself a little cushion to get where you need to go. Worst case, you get to work early and have a few extra minutes to scroll in the parking lot before you head in. Tip #5: Call home. Why not use the time to check in at home or with early bird friends? Your morning commute is a great time to make phone calls that you wouldn't otherwise have time to make. Just make sure you're using your Clermont Toyota's hands-free technology to make the calls so you can keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road at all times. Tip #6: Invest yourself in a new audiobook or podcast. Use your commute to check out that new audiobook you saw on Amazon or to listen to the podcast that's trending. It's a great way to pass the time AND engage with something interesting - you may just learn something, too. Become a morning person (maybe) with Toyota of Clermont's help Have questions or want to either schedule car detailing or shop for car care supplies? Call Toyota of Clermont today. You can reach us seven days a week at (352) 404-7001.

The automotive industry is always moving and there's always something new to talk about. When it comes to our most beloved automotive brand (perhaps we're a bit biased), Toyota always keeps its foot on the gas delivering something new just about every day. In today's new Toyota news we have a possible 2022 Tundra sighting, Toyota surpassing a close competitor to become the world's #1 car seller, a factory widebody kit MkIV Supra for sale, and a few reasons why you should drive the 2021 Sienna. Check it all out with us at Toyota of Clermont right here! The Latest Toyota News Right Here! 2022 Toyota Tundra Sighting? On the super cold streets of northern Minnesota a Toyota test truck was spotted. Due to its size and excessive use of test camo, this could only be the Clermont Toyota Tundra! We've widely speculated that a newly redesigned model will be releasing for the 2022 model year and the evidence is too glaring to ignore. The photos we've seen show a camouflaged rear suspension system that many speculate could mean 5-link rear suspension is going to be used. It's still up in the air if the new Toyota truck will be using a twin-turbo V6 or some type of hybrid drivetrain, but the total horsepower output is estimated to be somewhere between 450 and 500 horsepower. Toyota is the #1 Car Seller in the World For years Volkswagen has held the title of the #1 automotive seller in the world. We applaud our esteemed competitor and greatly accept the new title, even if it came at great cost to the automotive industry as a whole. During the initial and continued phases of the coronavirus pandemic, the automotive industry came to a grinding halt and has since been struggling to recover completely. Toyota's global sales fell 11% globally while VW's fell roughly 24%. Widebody Kit Toyota MkIV Supra Available The late 80s to early 90s is often referred to as the "bubble period" of Japan's economy and it was marked by some of the oddest cars in existence. It was also the time when a new Toyota became an instant collector's item and there are still some highly coveted rides out there today that Clermont Toyota fans would love to get their hands on. A recent seller listing advertises a recently imported 1993 Toyota MkIV Supra. For some context, this Supra resembles a select vein of MkIV Supras that were branded as TRD 3000GT conversions during their production. There are only 35 of those puppies out there. While this particular Clermont new Toyota Supra isn't a 3000GT, it still carries the rare body-kit option those cars came with. This Supra is marked at $85k, but it's well worth it when you consider the rarity of the bodykit, the 2JZ engine under the hood, and the low odometer reading of 47k miles. Toyota's 6 Things to Love About the New Toyota Sienna The new Toyota Sienna has arrived to Toyota of Clermont and Toyota has a list of 6 reasons why you'll love driving this new standard hybrid minivan. Here they are! 1) This generation new Toyota Sienna is the sleekest and most stylish of the bunch. The exterior design was inspired by Japan's Shinkansen bullet train and includes bold exterior style choices. 2) The interior is designed to be both streamlined and efficient with plenty of spaces for storage and organization. 3) For the 2021 model year, the new Toyota Sienna can tow up to 3,500 pounds. 4) It's a standard hybrid across all trim grades and sports the best fuel-efficiency numbers around. 5) The interior is super spacious and gets even better with optional captain's chairs in the middle row. 6) 243 horsepower, FWD, a 10-inch color display, and more tie the new Toyota Sienna together in amazing glory and make it one unique vehicle beloved by many in Toyota of Clermont. Ready to Shop Today? At Toyota of Clermont we're ready to help you get behind the wheel of the vehicle you want today! Visit the dealership at 16851 State Road 50 today or shop our full inventory online.

The automotive industry is always moving and there's always something new to talk about. When it comes to our most beloved automotive brand (perhaps we're a bit biased), Toyota always keeps its foot on the gas delivering something new just about every day. In today's new Toyota news we have a possible 2022 Tundra sighting, Toyota surpassing a close competitor to become the world's #1 car seller, a factory widebody kit MkIV Supra for sale, and a few reasons why you should drive the 2021 Sienna. Check it all out with us at Toyota of Clermont right here! The Latest Toyota News Right Here! 2022 Toyota Tundra Sighting? On the super cold streets of northern Minnesota a Toyota test truck was spotted. Due to its size and excessive use of test camo, this could only be the Clermont Toyota Tundra! We've widely speculated that a newly redesigned model will be releasing for the 2022 model year and the evidence is too glaring to ignore. The photos we've seen show a camouflaged rear suspension system that many speculate could mean 5-link rear suspension is going to be used. It's still up in the air if the new Toyota truck will be using a twin-turbo V6 or some type of hybrid drivetrain, but the total horsepower output is estimated to be somewhere between 450 and 500 horsepower. Toyota is the #1 Car Seller in the World For years Volkswagen has held the title of the #1 automotive seller in the world. We applaud our esteemed competitor and greatly accept the new title, even if it came at great cost to the automotive industry as a whole. During the initial and continued phases of the coronavirus pandemic, the automotive industry came to a grinding halt and has since been struggling to recover completely. Toyota's global sales fell 11% globally while VW's fell roughly 24%. Widebody Kit Toyota MkIV Supra Available The late 80s to early 90s is often referred to as the "bubble period" of Japan's economy and it was marked by some of the oddest cars in existence. It was also the time when a new Toyota became an instant collector's item and there are still some highly coveted rides out there today that Clermont Toyota fans would love to get their hands on. A recent seller listing advertises a recently imported 1993 Toyota MkIV Supra. For some context, this Supra resembles a select vein of MkIV Supras that were branded as TRD 3000GT conversions during their production. There are only 35 of those puppies out there. While this particular Clermont new Toyota Supra isn't a 3000GT, it still carries the rare body-kit option those cars came with. This Supra is marked at $85k, but it's well worth it when you consider the rarity of the bodykit, the 2JZ engine under the hood, and the low odometer reading of 47k miles. Toyota's 6 Things to Love About the New Toyota Sienna The new Toyota Sienna has arrived to Toyota of Clermont and Toyota has a list of 6 reasons why you'll love driving this new standard hybrid minivan. Here they are! 1) This generation new Toyota Sienna is the sleekest and most stylish of the bunch. The exterior design was inspired by Japan's Shinkansen bullet train and includes bold exterior style choices. 2) The interior is designed to be both streamlined and efficient with plenty of spaces for storage and organization. 3) For the 2021 model year, the new Toyota Sienna can tow up to 3,500 pounds. 4) It's a standard hybrid across all trim grades and sports the best fuel-efficiency numbers around. 5) The interior is super spacious and gets even better with optional captain's chairs in the middle row. 6) 243 horsepower, FWD, a 10-inch color display, and more tie the new Toyota Sienna together in amazing glory and make it one unique vehicle beloved by many in Toyota of Clermont. Ready to Shop Today? At Toyota of Clermont we're ready to help you get behind the wheel of the vehicle you want today! Visit the dealership at 16851 State Road 50 today or shop our full inventory online.

If you're like a lot of people, you spend a fair amount of time behind the wheel of your car. Whether you're carting kids to school, commuting to work, delivering goods or services, or just getting around town, you want to ensure that your daily driver - the vehicle you hit the road in on a routine basis - is exactly what you need. Toyota of Clermont is here to help! Toyota of Clermont explains daily drivers Plenty of drivers have multiple cars - their daily driver and their "other" car. It might be a vintage car that they're slowly restoring in the comfort of their own garage or a truck that's used for work purposes to tow and haul heavy loads when the job calls for it. Or maybe they have a performance-based ride - a truck designed specifically for off-roading or a sports car that sticks to the track only and never sees the inside of a grocery store parking lot. But regardless of whether you have an "other" vehicle, you still need a daily driver to get you where you need to go. Here are four tips for choosing the right new car for the job. Four tips for choosing the right new car #1: Think about comfort and space. Your daily driver is just that - something that you're going to pilot every single day and possibly over long stretches of time, depending on your schedule and commute. You want to ensure that the interior of your new car is both comfortable and ergonomically designed so you can easily reach everything you need. You also want to make sure you have enough interior space for all of your daily responsibilities. Are you driving kids to school or part of a carpool? Do you need interior cargo space to get your gear around town, or can you put it in a truck bed? What about car seats - will you have multiples in the backseat? #2: Take fuel efficiency into consideration. Is fuel efficiency going to be a deciding factor when you're shopping for a new car? If you drive a long commute every day or don't want to spend too much money on gas, you may want to consider a Clermont Toyota hybrid for your new vehicle. Make sure you do a spot of research into MPGs before signing the dotted line. #3: Don't forget about special performance capabilities. Will you need any special abilities in your daily driver? If your commute sees you taking things off the pavement or pulling heavy loads behind you, then you want your new car to have the right tools to get the job done. If you're only completing these tasks every once in a while, you may be able to get by with an "other" car for these purposes. Make sure you factor all of this into your shopping process. #4: Consider how long you'll keep your new car. How long do you plan on keeping your new car? If you're someone who doesn't drive a ton of daily mileage and likes to change your car pretty often, then you may want to lease your daily driver. If you drive a lot or want to keep the car for a while and sell it down the road, ensure you purchase something with great reliability and high resale value. Have questions or want to shop our new cars for your next daily driver? Call Toyota of Clermont today at (352) 404-7000. We're open seven days a week for your convenience at 16851 State Road 50.

If you're like a lot of people, you spend a fair amount of time behind the wheel of your car. Whether you're carting kids to school, commuting to work, delivering goods or services, or just getting around town, you want to ensure that your daily driver - the vehicle you hit the road in on a routine basis - is exactly what you need. Toyota of Clermont is here to help! Toyota of Clermont explains daily drivers Plenty of drivers have multiple cars - their daily driver and their "other" car. It might be a vintage car that they're slowly restoring in the comfort of their own garage or a truck that's used for work purposes to tow and haul heavy loads when the job calls for it. Or maybe they have a performance-based ride - a truck designed specifically for off-roading or a sports car that sticks to the track only and never sees the inside of a grocery store parking lot. But regardless of whether you have an "other" vehicle, you still need a daily driver to get you where you need to go. Here are four tips for choosing the right new car for the job. Four tips for choosing the right new car #1: Think about comfort and space. Your daily driver is just that - something that you're going to pilot every single day and possibly over long stretches of time, depending on your schedule and commute. You want to ensure that the interior of your new car is both comfortable and ergonomically designed so you can easily reach everything you need. You also want to make sure you have enough interior space for all of your daily responsibilities. Are you driving kids to school or part of a carpool? Do you need interior cargo space to get your gear around town, or can you put it in a truck bed? What about car seats - will you have multiples in the backseat? #2: Take fuel efficiency into consideration. Is fuel efficiency going to be a deciding factor when you're shopping for a new car? If you drive a long commute every day or don't want to spend too much money on gas, you may want to consider a Clermont Toyota hybrid for your new vehicle. Make sure you do a spot of research into MPGs before signing the dotted line. #3: Don't forget about special performance capabilities. Will you need any special abilities in your daily driver? If your commute sees you taking things off the pavement or pulling heavy loads behind you, then you want your new car to have the right tools to get the job done. If you're only completing these tasks every once in a while, you may be able to get by with an "other" car for these purposes. Make sure you factor all of this into your shopping process. #4: Consider how long you'll keep your new car. How long do you plan on keeping your new car? If you're someone who doesn't drive a ton of daily mileage and likes to change your car pretty often, then you may want to lease your daily driver. If you drive a lot or want to keep the car for a while and sell it down the road, ensure you purchase something with great reliability and high resale value. Have questions or want to shop our new cars for your next daily driver? Call Toyota of Clermont today at (352) 404-7000. We're open seven days a week for your convenience at 16851 State Road 50.

Toyota is an automotive manufacturer that's all about invention and ingenuity. We're renowned for producing quality vehicles, designing a vehicle that ascended Mt. Fuji, and the world's first mainstream hybrid, the Toyota Prius. Focusing on the latter of those few, but impressive, things, the Toyota Prius is truly a unique vehicle. It was the world's first hybrid vehicle that achieved fuel-efficiency metrics no one thought achievable. It was revolutionary for its time and now other automotive brands have followed suit by creating their own hybrid models. With a fair bit of time having passed since the last Prius facelift, many are wondering if the world's first hybrid is going to get the new model year treatment. The good news is that we at Toyota of Clermont think a new Prius is on the horizon. Read on for more info! The Toyota Prius is Due for an Upgrade Just recently we revealed that the Toyota 86 will be getting several new designs for the upcoming model year and before that news about a potential new Clermont Toyota Tundra coming our way. It seems that Toyota is making some big moves and reportedly the Toyota Prius will be included in the festivities. Having retained much of the same aesthetics and features since 2016, it's about time for something new for the world's first mainstream hybrid. Plus, Toyota recently introduced and rolled out the Clermont Toyota Corolla Hybrid into its lineup. For reasons pertaining to style and affordability, many have flocked to that option instead of the Prius. While nothing has been confirmed by Toyota yet, a report from a Japanese magazine, Mag-X, has eluded to the refreshing of the Prius. Most of the details are well shrouded in mystery, but here's what we know so far: Because Toyota has rolled out the TNGA-C platform en masse, it's likely that the new Clermont Toyota Prius will be based in it. It's highly likely that a new Prius will be styled more aggressively and include more style options for drivers to choose from. It could follow a similar route to its hydrogen fuel cell cousin, the Toyota Mirai, when it comes to style and design. A big question surrounding the new Toyota Prius is whether or not it will include an optional battery electric powertrain. Toyota has eluded to the inclusion of an EV in the lineup previously, but resists bringing one to North America due to a lack of market share and consumer enthusiasm. A new Prius could be the answer. There's also the idea floating around that the Prius will no longer be a standard hybrid and instead be replaced by a standard plug-in drivetrain like the Prius Prime. For design cues, internet sleuths and automotive journalists are looking to the 2019 concept LQ for inspiration. This concept was designed with advanced technology that hasn't quite been created yet, but it's design could offer some ideas as to what a new Prius would look like. Shop for the Toyota Prius Today! The current model year Toyota Prius is still on sale here at Toyota of Clermont! Shop for one today at 16851 State Road 50 or visit our website anytime.

Toyota is an automotive manufacturer that's all about invention and ingenuity. We're renowned for producing quality vehicles, designing a vehicle that ascended Mt. Fuji, and the world's first mainstream hybrid, the Toyota Prius. Focusing on the latter of those few, but impressive, things, the Toyota Prius is truly a unique vehicle. It was the world's first hybrid vehicle that achieved fuel-efficiency metrics no one thought achievable. It was revolutionary for its time and now other automotive brands have followed suit by creating their own hybrid models. With a fair bit of time having passed since the last Prius facelift, many are wondering if the world's first hybrid is going to get the new model year treatment. The good news is that we at Toyota of Clermont think a new Prius is on the horizon. Read on for more info! The Toyota Prius is Due for an Upgrade Just recently we revealed that the Toyota 86 will be getting several new designs for the upcoming model year and before that news about a potential new Clermont Toyota Tundra coming our way. It seems that Toyota is making some big moves and reportedly the Toyota Prius will be included in the festivities. Having retained much of the same aesthetics and features since 2016, it's about time for something new for the world's first mainstream hybrid. Plus, Toyota recently introduced and rolled out the Clermont Toyota Corolla Hybrid into its lineup. For reasons pertaining to style and affordability, many have flocked to that option instead of the Prius. While nothing has been confirmed by Toyota yet, a report from a Japanese magazine, Mag-X, has eluded to the refreshing of the Prius. Most of the details are well shrouded in mystery, but here's what we know so far: Because Toyota has rolled out the TNGA-C platform en masse, it's likely that the new Clermont Toyota Prius will be based in it. It's highly likely that a new Prius will be styled more aggressively and include more style options for drivers to choose from. It could follow a similar route to its hydrogen fuel cell cousin, the Toyota Mirai, when it comes to style and design. A big question surrounding the new Toyota Prius is whether or not it will include an optional battery electric powertrain. Toyota has eluded to the inclusion of an EV in the lineup previously, but resists bringing one to North America due to a lack of market share and consumer enthusiasm. A new Prius could be the answer. There's also the idea floating around that the Prius will no longer be a standard hybrid and instead be replaced by a standard plug-in drivetrain like the Prius Prime. For design cues, internet sleuths and automotive journalists are looking to the 2019 concept LQ for inspiration. This concept was designed with advanced technology that hasn't quite been created yet, but it's design could offer some ideas as to what a new Prius would look like. Shop for the Toyota Prius Today! The current model year Toyota Prius is still on sale here at Toyota of Clermont! Shop for one today at 16851 State Road 50 or visit our website anytime.

The Toyota sports car lineup has been recently reinvigorated with the introduction of the Clermont GR Supra. Akio Toyoda has been quoted on creating a triumvirate of sports models in the future. With the Supra being big brother and the 86 coming in the middle, we're still wondering what the youngest sibling will be. While we wait for that, there's big news regarding the middle sibling today! Yes, the Toyota 86 is getting some new and improved looks pretty soon. While Toyota hasn't officially announced anything yet, we need only look to the 86's twin for answers. Toyota of Clermont has the latest news on the Toyota 86 right here. Read on for more! The Toyota 86 is Getting a Refresh! Again, none of this is confirmed, but the secret's out that the Toyota 86 is getting a refresh because it's Subaru-born twin, the BRZ, was unveiled with new style. Mechanically and stylistically the BRZ and Clermont Toyota 86 mirror one another and only vary when it comes to badging. Here's what we've gathered so far: An obvious change to the upcoming 86 is a refreshed exterior look. The front bumper will feature a more open grille design with striking headlights. This gives it almost an Aston-Martin esque look. The stance appears lower and sportier as well. In the engineering department, the Clermont 86 will likely be getting it's signature boxer engine back. This will be a 2.4-liter direct injection boxer 4-cylinder that reps 228 horsepower and 184 lb/ft of torque. While these ratings could change with the Toyota badging, they'll likely remain consistent. RWD will remain along with a front placed engine to achieve perfect weight balance. MacPherson strut front and multi-link rear suspensions return for 2022 along with some track-tuned improvements. Subaru has imbued the BRZ with its own safety suite of features and it's likely that Toyota will include a version of Toyota Safety Sense with the new Clermont Toyota 86. It's also been revealed that the BRZ will feature an improved braking system with enhanced stopping force. Some of the finer improvements include a better multimedia infotainment head-unit, a sporty and hella cool looking digital instrument cluster, and optional 6-speed manual and automatic with paddle shifter transmission choices. Will these make it to the 86? Only time will tell. Toyota GR 86 or Celica? The headlines have been abuzz with new about the upcoming Clermont Toyota 86, but there are a few nomenclature tidbits out there for speculation as well. Many automotive industry sleuths have come to the conclusion that the 86 will be getting the signature "GR" denomination to match it's big brother, the GR Supra. But, there's a surprising piece of news you may or may not have heard yet. Toyota recently filed a trademark for the Celica name again. Now, the question is, will the new 86 retain its name or be rebranded as the GR Celica? Or will the Celica become the rumored little brother in the triumvirate? Again, only time will tell. Shop Sporty Toyota Models with Toyota of Clermont Today! The Toyota 86 will be returning to Toyota of Clermont soon, but with no official announcement we have a little while to wait. If you're feeling particularly impatient, you can shop new Toyota models, like the Supra, with us today at 16851 State Road 50!