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When it made its debut, the 2018 Toyota C-HR turned a lot of heads. While it’s no longer a new entrant in the subcompact crossover class, the Toyota C-HR is still turning heads today. The crossover’s eye-catching appearance attracts attention in all the right ways. When you see the vehicle’s exterior, you’ll know why the Toyota C-HR is a standout that no motorist should overlook. more The interior of the 2020 Toyota C-HR is just as appealing as its outer appearance. The cabin is roomy and expertly made. If you slip into the driver’s seat or a passenger seat, you’ll immediately notice how supportive and comfortable the seat is. Being a Toyota dealer serving Kenosha, WI, and surrounding areas, we’re proud to tell you that the new Toyota C-HR is outfitted with some laudable advanced safety equipment. The crossover’s active safety equipment includes a forward collision warning and intervention system, dynamic cruise control, automatic headlights, and lane-keeping assist. We’re equally happy to let you know that the Toyota C-HR has a long list of comfort and convenience features. A rearview mirror that dims automatically, a USB port, automatic dual-zone climate control, an eight-inch infotainment interface, and Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ integration are some of the comfort and convenience features you’ll discover on the base trim alone. If you step up to the XLE model when you visit our Waukegan, WI Toyota dealership, your automobile will also have a blind spot monitor with a rear cross-traffic alert, a push-button start, and an onboard Wi-Fi hotspot. The Limited trim adds leather upholstery and an adaptive lighting system up front that’s new for the 2020 model-year. To have a crossover that will turn heads wherever you go, make your way over to Classic Toyota to buy or lease a new Toyota C-HR today!

Whether you’re interested in buying one of our new or pre-owned Toyota cars, one thing is certain – you’ll need to care for your vehicle to make it last as long as possible. The best way to give your vehicle the TLC it needs is to follow the routine maintenance schedule in your owner’s manual. As you’ll see, that schedule mentions your transmission from time to time. more While you don’t need to bring your vehicle in for service on your transmission as often as you’ll need to get your oil changed, that doesn’t mean you can neglect your transmission altogether. If your car is equipped with a manual transmission, you’ll typically need to replace your transmission fluid every 30,000 – 60,000. Motorists who use their automobile for heavy-duty tasks may have to get new transmission fluid more often, closer to every 15,000 miles. Cars outfitted with an automatic transmission may never have to have their transmission fluid replaced. If your owner’s manual says you’ll need to change this critical fluid, it’s likely it will prescribe service intervals between 60,000 – 100,000 miles or more. Because a lot of time can pass between service appointments for your transmission, you need to monitor the level of your transmission fluid between service intervals. Although you can do this yourself by checking the dipstick in the fluid’s reservoir, there’s no need to get your hands dirty. You can simply ask us to check it for you whenever you bring your vehicle in for another service, like an oil change or tire rotation. Is your transmission due for service, or does your vehicle need another type of routine maintenance or a repair? If so, schedule a Toyota service appointment with Classic Toyota now so we can take care of it for you!

With the holiday season in full swing, you might be going from store to store to find the perfect gifts for your friends and family members. If that’s the case, why don’t you make your holiday shopping even more fun by upgrading your ride to the 2020 Toyota RAV4? more Although the Toyota RAV4 was redesigned last year, the 2020 version of the SUV still boasts some noteworthy changes. For example, the SUV now has a TRD trim in its lineup. TRD is shorthand for Toyota Racing Development and the designation has historically been reserved for Toyota trucks and larger SUVs. Now, you can get a new Toyota RAV4 with the TRD badge for the first time ever. While the Toyota Prius is the most recognizable hybrid vehicle manufactured by the Toyota brand, the Toyota RAV4 and the 2020 Toyota Camry are also available in hybrid form. The new Toyota RAV4 is available in six trims. All the SUV’s trims are powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that’s paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Most of the trims come with standard front-wheel drive, with all-wheel drive offered as an option. The Adventure and TRD Off-Road models are only available with all-wheel drive. No matter which trim you decide to buy or lease when you visit our Toyota dealership near Kenosha, IL, your new Toyota RAV4 will be outfitted with the Toyota Safety Sense 2.0™ suite of advanced safety equipment. This suite of features includes a forward collision warning that has pedestrian and daytime bicycle detection. It also includes dynamic cruise control, road sign assist, automatic high beams, lane tracing assist, and a lane departure warning. To see what else the 2020 Toyota RAV4 has to offer, visit Classic Toyota today!

If you’ve ever wondered what’s in a name, you’ve come to the right place to learn about the Toyota TRD trim. TRD stands for Toyota Racing Development. While that may lead you to think Toyota cars that have those three letters in their name are intended for the racetrack, that’s not necessarily the case. Depending on the specific model you’re looking at, TRD may indicate improved off-roading prowess too. more What do racing and off-roading have in common? They both require precise architecture and tuning for the car's suspension. However, with the TRD trim, Toyota engineers take that customization one step farther. In the past, the TRD badge was reserved for the Toyota brand’s trucks and select SUVs. For the 2020 model year, the carmaker has introduced TRD versions of the new Toyota RAV4, the Toyota Camry, and the Toyota Avalon, branching out into every section of the market. The TRD trim in the 2020 Toyota RAV4 lineup boasts exclusive 18-inch wheels and all-terrain tires. The SUV also has an off-road suspension kit and an ample number of readily visible TRD logos. As far as the 2020 Toyota Camry is concerned, the TRD badge means 19-inch black wheels, enhanced brakes, a specially tuned suspension, added bracing for the chassis, and improved aerodynamics. The TRD trim in the 2020 Toyota Avalon lineup has red seatbelts and complementary stitching. A sport exhaust, a sport-tuned suspension, and aerodynamic elements painted black make the TRD trim stand out from its brethren even more. To learn more about what TRD means for certain Toyota models, visit our Toyota dealership near Kenosha, WI or contact Classic Toyota today.

At this time of year – when the days are getting shorter, the temperature is dropping, and wintry weather is on the horizon – it can be hard to get motivated until you visit our Toyota dealership near Kenosha, WI. The moment you arrive at our lot, you’ll see a host of Toyota vehicles that are truly inspiring, such as the 2020 Toyota Camry, the 2019 Toyota Prius, and the 2020 Toyota RAV4. While the new Toyota Prius is widely recognized as an excellent hybrid model, other Toyota vehicles are also available as in hybrid configurations, including the Toyota RAV4. Now in the second year of its fifth generation, the Toyota RAV4 is offered in multiple trims, which kick off with the LE model and wrap up with the new TRD Off-Road trim. In gas-only form, the Toyota RAV4 is powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that generates 203 hp. The Toyota RAV4 is equipped with an eight-speed automatic transmission and front- or all-wheel drive. Being Toyota dealers who share the roadways with you, we’re proud to tell you that the latest Toyota RAV4 is outfitted with some advanced safety equipment across its trims. Lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, and a forward collision warning and intervention system are among the SUV’s active safety features. Just like the Toyota RAV4 has a laudable selection of advanced safety equipment, the SUV has a generous number of comfort and convenience features. Scout GPS™ link, a power liftgate, a generously sized touchscreen, and an optional onboard Wi-Fi hotspot are just some of the sought-after features you’ll discover as you make your way through the crossover’s lineup. If you’re ready to get inspired, head over to Classic Toyota to test drive a 2020 Toyota RAV4 now!

Unless you’re getting new tires for a specific season, to enhance your car’s aesthetic, or to improve your vehicle’s performance, shopping for tires isn’t always fun. Tire shopping is even less enjoyable when you need to do it before you were expecting to. more Luckily, there are some basic things you can do to avoid having to replace your tires prematurely. Now, you might be wondering, “Is there a Toyota service center near me where I can learn everything I need to know about tire care?” You can rely on the experts in our Waukegan, IL Toyota service center for advice on making your tires last as long as possible. Extending the life of your tires starts with checking their air pressure at least once per month. Your tire inflation will change as time goes by and the temperature goes up and down. Even seemingly mild temperature fluctuations can influence your tires’ inflation, so check your air pressure regularly and adjust it whenever it’s out of line with manufacturer recommendations. Getting your tires rotated every 5,000 – 8,000 miles is something else you can do to prolong the life of your tires. If you don’t track your mileage between service appointments, you should schedule a tire rotation every other time you bring your vehicle in for an oil change. When a car is even just slightly out of alignment, it can shorten the lifespan of your tires by causing them to wear unevenly. To prevent that from happening, you should have your alignment checked every six months or so or whenever you hit an obstacle like a speed bump or pothole too hard. To extend the life of your tires, we encourage you to schedule Toyota service with Classic Toyota now!