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The 2015 Toyota Venza is a 5-passenger wagon that is a good alternative to getting other crossover models. It has two rows of great features. It comes in three different trim levels, which are LE, XLE, and Limited. This vehicle was given excellent ratings by consumers. Find out what consumers are saying about the 2015 Toyota Venza from your Bethlehem area Toyota dealer. New For 2015 For 2015, all models of the Toyota Venza have a 6.1” touchscreen interface. Some models include a split screen, navigation, and mobile-app functionality. All models come with a rearview camera. The V6 models come standard with a towing package. The LE models are all 4-cylinder only now. The XLE model is now simplified to only having one single optional package available. What Consumers Are Saying Consumers are saying that the 2015 Toyota Venza handles great, especially in the snow. This is due to its great stability control. It has great reliability. This vehicle has a lot of power and it’s a pleasure to drive. It’s comfortable, roomy, and stylish. The entertainment and convenience features are a pleasure. Options The LE model of the 2015 Toyota Venza has a really great variety of standard features, some of which include iPod/USB connectivity, auxiliary audio jack, voice controlled sound system, and Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity. The XLE model adds even more features, including keyless entry and ignition, leather, heated front seats, and a navigation system. The Limited model adds on a JBL audio system with 13 speakers.

If you’re in the market for a new family vehicle, definitely keep in mind that Toyota has some really great options. It has 3 vehicles that made Kelley Blue Book’s best family cars of 2015 list. Our Allentown Toyota dealer has some great choices for your family. 2015 Toyota Highlander The 2015 Toyota Highlander is large and in charge. It offers three rows of amazing comfort, safety, and entertainment. It is the perfect size, making it easy to drive and maneuver, while still giving you spacious seating for all 8 of your passengers. It also gives you plenty of space to store everything from your luggage to your sunglasses. Overall, it gives you a smooth, quiet, and enjoyable ride. 2015 Toyota Sienna The 2015 Toyota Sienna is an 8-passenger minivan that continuously proves to be amazing year after year. It has been newly refreshed for 2015, with a redesigned interior that has updated features. It offers plenty of legroom and headroom, and not to mention excellent cargo space. It offers an amazing entertainment system with great options and Toyota’s Driver Easy Speak system. It’s not hard to see why this beauty is one of the top-selling minivans out there. 2015 Toyota Camry The 2015 Toyota Camry is a smaller option, with seating for 5. It has a redesigned interior, and most of the exterior has been redesigned as well. It also has improved driving dynamics. It has a very attractive design, making it a stylish and head-turning choice for your family. Everyone will have plenty of room. It has some great features and equipment to keep all of your family members safe and happy.

There’s been a lot in the news lately about Google and possibly even Apple getting into the driverless car market for real. The idea of a market-ready driverless car is still a ways off, but there are already elements sneaking into current consumer models. Your Allentown Area Toyota dealer talks about what all the buzz is about with driverless technology. What Are They? Aside from being a constant in science fiction for decades, driverless cars are really just the next leap in existing automatic technology. For example, some cars these days can use sensors to detect a collision that’s about to happen and hit the brakes before you even notice there’s a problem. The more advanced version, of course, takes it over completely to get you from A to B without you even touching the wheel. How Do They Work? There are a few layers to how these cars can work. Firstly, there’s the internal system of the car itself. All the cars systems are networked in what’s called cyber-mechanical fashion. That means that an electronic signal can actually turn into a turning wheel. Next is the array of sensors mounted around the car. Radar and laser sensors are used to detect distance from other vehicles, buildings, pedestrians, and obstacles. Finally, there’s the infrastructure. Knowing how the roads are laid out, Google or some other provider can know exactly which direction to turn or which exit to take. How Soon Will We See Them? For various reasons, a lot still has to be done to make driverless cars realistic, including dedicating specific traffic sections. Still, some companies have already developed smaller segments of driverless time like parking or even searching for a spot.

We all know what it’s like: we get to a point where we start looking at cars purely for safety and mileage. The power and the perks start to seem like luxuries. It’s part of growing up and getting smarter. The thing is, Toyota doesn’t think you should have to give up the toys just because you’re responsible. In fact, neither does your Toyota dealer near Emmaus with the 2015 Avalon Limited. Under the Hood The Avalon begins with a 3.5-liter V6 engine with multi-point fuel injection, an automatic transmission, and variable valve timing to create 268 horsepower and 248 pounds of torque at the same time that it offers an EPA-estimated 31 miles per gallon on the highway. Add to that a manual transmission mode for added control. The Feel The independent front and rear suspensions use a combination of struts, coil springs, multi-link, and stabilizer bars to create a smooth, adaptive ride while the leather interior and heated driver’s seat make that ride even more comfortable. The Extras The Limited features an eleven-speaker JBL audio system with AM/FM/CD/MP3 playback, SiriusXM readiness, touchscreen interface, and Bluetooth connectivity for streaming and hands-free calling. On top of that, a triple-zone automatic climate control system, on-board navigation, and cruise control make the Avalon a command center as well as a car. Safety Toyota didn’t get carried away with toys and forget about safety. Four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes are controlled through a brake assistance manager to help stop you when you need it most. Intelligent airbags in the front are complemented by side and curtain airbags to protect the whole cabin. Finally, a rear camera and parking sensors gives you eyes in the back of your head.

In the world of automotive safety, there are really two major players in the United States. The first is the federal bureau: the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The second is the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Now, not many people realize the difference between them, but your Macungie Area Toyota dealer makes it clear. What Is the IIHS? The IIHS was started by a group of insurance companies back in 1959 as an alternative to the federal branch. The thinking at the time was that insurance companies were interested in decreasing injuries at all costs and the NHTSA can be more politically tricky. By working outside the government, the IIHS was able to sidestep lobbyists from the automotive industry. How Do They Rate Cars? Their crash testing is similar to the NHTSA, but there are some differences. For example, the IIHS adopted what are called a moderate overlap and small overlap front crash tests. Essentially, they found that most head-on accidents are not direct. Most of them are when there’s a moderate overlap or a small overlap between the two cars. The front driver’s corner is the most common impact zone for frontal collisions and can drastically change the safety rating of a vehicle. What Does It Mean to Be a TSP or TSP+? In addition to the moderate and small overlap tests, the IIHS also performs tests on side impacts, roof strength, and head restraint tests, among other. Scoring the highest rating on these earns a vehicle the title of Top Safety Pick (TSP). If a vehicle also includes newer front crash prevention, like collision warning, as well, it can earn TSP+. For example, two different Toyota models have earned a TSP for the 2015 model year and five different models have earned a TSP+.

Back in the day, the hatchback was associated with cultural icons like the infamous Gremlin. These days, people have seen the benefits and the utility of hatchbacks. It helps, of course, that automakers have made them, well, cooler. Your Whitehall Area Toyota dealer has three great deals on hatchbacks that pack a punch. 2013 Scion xD The Scion xD starts with a 1.8-liter, in-line four-cylinder engine with multi-point fuel injection and variable valve timing. The manual transmission, front-wheel drive train can pump out 128 horsepower and 125 pounds of torque. Front, side, and curtain airbags protect the entire cabin and a six-speaker Pioneer audio system keeps things pumping. Add to all this electronic traction and stability control and your ride is both tight and a blast. 2012 Toyota Prius C Two For the extra eco-conscious driver, the Prius is an obvious choice. A 1.5-liter, in-line four-cylinder engine can give you nearly 100 horsepower while giving exceptional mileage. How? A continuously-variable transmission gets the most of every drop of fuel and the battery engine dramatically increases MPGs. Meanwhile, six-speaker audio system and cruise control make the ride even more enjoyable. 2012 Mini Cooper Hardtop S If you’re looking for performance, look no further than the Cooper S. A turbocharged 1.6-liter, in-line four-cylinder engine rips out 181 horsepower and 192 pounds of torque in rally-inspired body and feel. Manual transmission and independent front and rear suspension add to the racing vibe. Inside, a six-speaker audio system offers AM/FM/CD/MP3 playback, SiriusXM readiness, and Bluetooth connectivity.

As the 21st century continues, more and more companies are coming out with solid, market-ready alternatives to fossil fuel vehicles. One of those alternatives is hydrogen fuel cells. Toyota has invested heavily in the FCV market and your Bethlehem Area Toyota dealer wants to tell you all about it. The What Not too long ago, Toyota unveiled the Mirai, one of the first (and only) ready to buy hydrogen fuel cell vehicles (FCVs). What is a fuel cell vehicle? Instead of gasoline or fuel, an FCV holds hydrogen, and instead of using combustion to move pistons for energy, it uses electric current. The hydrogen is sent through a specially designed kind of filter that pulls the hydrogen apart, creating electricity, and then combining the hydrogen with regular oxygen to create water as the only byproduct. The Why Every automaker in the world is scrambling to establish itself at the forefront of the green car field. The Prius has made Toyota a go-to choice for alternative fuel. While some, like the folks at Wired, have suggested longer term goals, a working FCV puts Toyota the first in a very promising arena. The Result People like Elon Musk, the head of Tesla Motors and a key advocate for electric vehicles, have called FCVs “silly.” Despite the opinions and the critics, Toyota is opening up the alternative market, forcing competition. The benefits to the consumer? Companies need to speed up their engineering to make their cars practical at the same time that prices are forced to decrease.

Once upon a time, companies like Toyota were known for small cars that were extremely efficient. Well, they’re still known for that, but over the years, more and more people realized what Toyota was on to. Your Allentown Area Toyota dealer tells you why the 2015 Yaris LE makes a perfect car for cities or highways. The Basics The Yaris begins with a 1.5-liter, in-line four cylinder engine with multi-point fuel injection and variable valve timing. The result is 106 horsepower and 103 pounds of torque at the same time as an EPA-estimated 36 miles per gallon on the highway. What It Can Do The front-wheel drive, automatic transmission Yaris gets the most out of every ounce of fuel, but that doesn’t mean it can’t do a job. With seating for five and a fold-flat seat, the Yaris can take on more than you’d expect. Safety Toyota’s commitment to safety doesn’t change because of size. The Yaris is packed with anti-lock, ventilated disc brakes, electronic traction and stability control, intelligent airbags in the front that adapt to crash conditions, side and curtain airbags to protect the entire cabin, and reinforced impact zones all around the body. Life’s Little Extras The Yaris’ features begin with cruise control, climate control, and microfiltration system, but extend to a six-speaker audio system with AM/FM/CD/MP3 playback, digital radio, touchscreen interface, and Bluetooth connectivity for streaming or hands-free calling. All this on top of the essential power windows, locks, and mirrors.

Do you know what steps you can take to keep your car safe from thieves? Did you know that many car thefts take place in family neighborhoods? Here is list of the top 15 safety tips recommended by your Toyota dealer near Bethlehem to keep your car and items inside your car safe from theft. Always lock your car doors even when you park it in your home driveway or in your garage. Keep your car windows tightly shut. Don’t store a spare set of keys on the outside of your car. Never leave your car’s engine running while unattended. Use your home garage to park in instead of your driveway. Find well lit areas to park when out at night. Use attendant parking lots when available. When valet parking only leave your valet key. Don’t leave your GPS or other valuables inside your car where they can be seen. When parking on a hill or incline` turn your tires in towards the curve. To prevent identity theft don’t leave anything in your vehicle that has your personal information on it. Approach your car carefully when returning to it in a parking lot especially at night. If all looks clear, get in quickly and lock your doors immediately. Have a security anti theft alarm installed on your car if it doesn’t have one. Use your emergency brake when you park your car. If you live in or frequent a high crime area consider having a tracking device installed on your car so you have a better chance of locating it if stolen.

Consumer Reports has recently honored the Toyota Camry Hybrid with a best value car award for the 2015 model year. If you are looking to buy a midsized hybrid car, then the Camry should be at the top of your list for consideration. Not only does it come at a great price but the redesigned 2015 model offers a stylish exterior, an updated contemporary interior, new technology features and an unbelievably quiet ride. Your Emmaus Toyota dealer invites you in to take a look. Interior Features of The 20105 Toyota Camry Hybrid The 2015 Camry is loaded with features that owners love. The interior is spacious offering ample seating room for 5 passengers. The driver seat offers power height and power lumbar support making it easy for the driver to get comfortable. A leather tilt telescoping steering wheel allows for an easy grip and smooth handling. A trip computer displays fuel economy, average speed and miles to empty. The audio system features a color touch screen, 6 speakers and an AM/FM radio and CD player. Additional features include folding rear seats for cargo versatility, cup holders, dual zone climate control, power door locks and one touch power windows. Safety Features of The 2015 Toyota Camry Hybrid No safety features is overlooked on the Toyota 2015 Camry Hybrid. An air bag system protects the driver and passengers. Included are front intelligent airbags for driver and front passenger, front and rear curtain airbags and front and rear side airbags. Halogen headlamps with dusk sensors, an immobilizer, intermittent windshield wipers and a rearview camera are also included. Finally, 3 point seatbelts and height adjustable head restraints are also on board.

If you have ever driven through dense fog, you know it can be challenging and at times even terrifying. Your Toyota dealer near Macungie warns drivers to take extra precautions when driving in the dense fog. Here are the tips that they recommend. What Your Should Do When Driving In The Fog When you are hit with dense fog conditions on the roadway the first step in staying safe is to slow down. Driving in the fog can greatly decrease your visibility and extra reaction time is often needed. Your lights also need to be on when driving in the fog. If you have fog lights use those or your low beams will work. Your lights will help you to see through the fog and warn other drivers to your presence. You also need to give other drivers extra space and use great caution when passing another vehicle. Other to do’s in the fog include using your heat and defrost to keep the moisture down inside your car, turning on your windshield wipers for better visibility and paying close attention to other road conditions like slippery roadways. What Your Shouldn’t Do When Driving In The Fog There are also things you need to avoid doing when you are stuck driving in dense fog conditions. To begin with don’t use your phone for any reason. It is also not a good idea to eat or drink, set up your GPS or fiddle with your radio. Finally, don’t use your cruise control and never use your bright lights as they can actually reduce your visibility.

The 2015 Toyota RAV4 is a top pick for a small SUV. The RAV4 offers an eye turning exterior design, agile handling, a well appointed comfortable cabin and an affordable price tag. It also is the recipient of a Top Safety Pick award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Here is a detailed look at all that is available in the 2015 RAV4 from your Toyota dealer near Whitehall. 9 great exterior colors including blue crush metallic and hot lava Roomy and comfortable seating for 5 passengers More than ample cargo space including split row rear seats for flexibility On board audio system with color touch screen, AM/FM radio, CD player and MP3 connectivity Trip Computer displaying your fuel economy Overhead map lights Dual zone climate control for added passenger comfort Cup holders located throughout the cabin Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirrors Blue tooth hands free technology command Adjustable driver bucket seat Tilt and telescoping steering wheel with audio controls Built in navigation system Power tilt moon roof with sun shade Heated outside door mirrors with built in turn signals and blind spot warning indicators Rear view back up camera ABS braking system with a brake assist feature, smart stop technology and electronic traction control Day time running lights Fog lights Airbag system includes front, side, curtain and driver knee airbags Tire pressure monitoring LATCH system for child safety seat installation Child protected door locks 3 point safety belts Driver and front passenger seatbelt warning alert