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5 Winter Driving Tips Every Albertan Should Know

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   Winter brings challenges that even the most seasoned Alberta driver might have trouble navigating. While most of us living in Edmonton know to only drive with winter tires and to pack an emergency kit in the vehicle, there are a few winter driving tips that get overlooked each year that make a big […]

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3 Ways To Tell You Need New Brake Pads

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   Brake maintenance is one of the most important parts of regular car servicing. After all, your brakes are what helps you stop. Or, what keeps you from careening off the road or into another vehicle. So yeah, they are kind of important.      When we think about brake maintenance, the most common […]

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Explaining The Toyota Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)

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  Some Toyota vehicles are equipped with the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) that offers the advantages of increased fuel efficiency and smooth acceleration. Learn how it works and what it means for your Toyota.     How Does a CVT Work?   Like a conventional automatic transmission, the CVT is connected to the engine by […]

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Variable Valve Timing with Intelligence Explained

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  (VVT-i) which stands for Variable Valve Timing with Intelligence is a technology developed by Toyota and available on all Toyota vehicles to help optimize the balance of power, economy, and emissions control.   It helps the engine breathe more efficiently by adjusting the timing of the intake valve opening and closing to suit specific […]

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How To Use Toyota Remote Connect

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  Available on select 2020 and newer Toyota models, Remote Connect will allow you to complete specific remote vehicle commands from your smartphone, Amazon Alexa, or Google Assistant-enabled devices and smartwatches. Certain commands can also be completed via the vehicles' key fob. Remote Connect is available on vehicles equipped with the following Connected Services by […]

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How To Set Up Amazon Alexa in Your Toyota

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  Available on 2020 and newer Toyota models, equipped with Remote Connect, Amazon Alexa will allow you to complete select remote vehicle commands from your Alexa built-in home device. To use these commands, you’ll need to be enrolled in Remote Connect. You will also need to have an Amazon account. Download the Alexa app and […]

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Why Your Toyota Needs a Spring Service

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   It’s only the first week of April, and the high has already been 16°C in Edmonton. That means spring has sprung and now is the time to take your Toyota in for a service. Toyota recommends taking your vehicle in for servicing every 8,000 km or 6 months, depending on what comes first. […]

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5 Ways To Protect Your Toyota in Extreme Cold Weather

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   It looks like Edmonton is experiencing another cold spell with temperatures dropping below -40 celsius. For some of us, staying inside and hibernating is an option. But for most of us, life goes on which means you need to be able to depend on your vehicle.   So how do you protect your […]

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What Happens During A Regular Toyota Maintenance Service?

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   Toyotas are some of the most reliable vehicles on the road today. When properly cared for, a Toyota will last for decades. Factory Trained Toyota Technicians know the inner workings of every Toyota part and mechanical system. When it comes to caring for your Toyota vehicle, they know exactly what it needs to […]

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Alberta Winter Driving Tips

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  Every Alberta driver knows just how difficult winter road conditions can get. Almost 30% of car accidents in Canada happen on snow covered or icy roads. A 2018 study found a 3.1 to 4.7 percent increase in the rise of vehicle accidents in December and January, as well as a 49 percent increase in […]

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