Archive for November, 2020
Nov 30, 2020

The history of the automobile can be characterized almost like a waltz of sorts. People have led the dance while vehicles have followed with adaptations and additions to meet the needs of drivers of the day and age. Where we once had hand cranks to turn over the engine we now have push-button start. Lanterns gave way to LED headlamps and the formula for 4 wheels and engine continues to evolve with the times. The automotive industry is always going … Read More

Nov 25, 2020

It’s happened to all of us – you’re cruising, listening to the radio, enjoying your drive time when all of a sudden, you see red and blue lights flashing behind you. You’re getting pulled over, and with one glance at the speedometer, you know exactly why. You’re breaking the speed limit.

speed limits

Toyota of Clermont explains speed limits and why they exist

Unfortunately, many of us have been there. Speed limits exist for a reason (and are backed by both … Read More

Nov 23, 2020

Whatever’s going on in the world at any given time, you can always be rest assured that Toyota will keep making moves and headlines. Like we always say, keeping up with the latest Toyota news can be a bit difficult. But, we at Toyota of Clermont consider ourselves aficionados when it comes to the Toyota brand and we always stay up to date on the latest.

This week we have stories ranging from spy photos of the 2022 Toyota TundraRead More

Nov 18, 2020

Part of safe driving is knowing how to handle drive time emergencies calmly and efficiently, whether the cause of the emergency is you or another driver. Today we’re talking about how to deal with getting your car stuck in a ditch. This roadside emergency is actually more common than you might think – whether a driver is forced off the road because of an accident or slides off the road in inclement weather, ending up in a ditch is … Read More

Nov 16, 2020

The holiday season will definitely look much different this year (please wear a mask and socially distance), but there are still quite a few things to celebrate. One thing is the imminent arrival of the 2021 Toyota Mirai this December! The world’s first production hydrogen fuel-cell vehicle is set to arrive at dealerships with new style, new features, and huge amount of alternative fuel sourced swag.

Toyota of Clermont is here with the latest and official details on the upcoming … Read More

Nov 13, 2020

Apart from being the fan-favorite Toyota model in the lineup and being one of the last North American models still assembled in Japan, the Toyota 4Runner is consistent. In fact we’ve often referred to this iconic off-roader as the king of consistency. For the better part of 11 years, the fifth model generation has been available at dealerships and commanding trails. While we at Toyota of Clermont are thoroughly enamored by the current model year, even we have to … Read More

Nov 11, 2020

Do you like to take things into the great unknown when it comes to drive time adventures? Off-roading is a great way to get off the pavement and find the unexpected, but it also calls for a bit of extra car care when you return to civilization. Toyota of Clermont is here with tips straight from our auto service experts on how to best care for your car after off-roading adventures – save yourself the time and money and read … Read More

Nov 9, 2020

We’ve raved time and time again about how Toyota pushes the limits for an automotive company. Whether it’s diving into the world of robotics or developing an alternative vehicle fuel type, Toyota keeps busy with more than just automobiles. Back in January Toyota news revealed that our favorite automotive brand was looking to break ground on a new “prototype city of the future.” This new city, deemed the Woven City, will be designed as a living laboratory in which … Read More

Nov 6, 2020

One of the funnest things to do for those who are fans of one thing or more is to dive into a passion project. What better way to spend your time than by getting knee deep in a long-term project that demands your blood, sweat, and tears? Well, maybe it’s not that serious, but you get the idea. For us car fanatics out there restoring a classic car is the best passion project to get into.

But, while it may … Read More

Nov 2, 2020

Shopping for a vehicle leaves many people overwhelmed with all the options that are available. For many, used cars are the most viable and economically sound shopping methods out there. As a buyer you can avoid suffering depreciation throughout your time of ownership, they’re significantly cheaper than purchasing a new car, and they let you you choose which model year and style you want to drive. At Toyota of Clermont we’re always happy to help you get behind the wheel … Read More