How to Get Your Toyota Off-Road Ready

Mar 16, 2019

Here at Classic Toyota, we understand what it takes to be a top Toyota dealership of Waukegan, IL. From five-star customer service to our wide selection of cars, our staff will go above and beyond to fulfill any and all of your automotive needs. This is especially the case if you want to take your Toyota car off-roading.

When our customers ask our staff about off-roading in their Toyota car, we almost always fill them in on what it takes for a car to be off-road ready. Sure, there are plenty of Toyota cars that are ready to hit the trail right off the bat, but others may require further preparation.

For starters, you want to be sure you have tires that can handle the rough and tumble of the trail. Not every tire is designed for off-roading and as such you’ll want a set of tires that are both durable and have deep enough tread to grip the varying terrain of the outdoors.

The drivetrain of your car also plays a huge role in how effective your car handles some of the rough obstacles of off-roading. While rear and front wheel drive are great for the pavement, you’ll want a vehicle that is equipped with either four-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD) to ensure maximum maneuverability.

Last but not least, you’ll want to ensure your vehicle has a substantial amount of ground clearance. The ground clearance in your car is the amount of space that separates the undercarriage of your car from the ground. The greater the ground clearance in your car the better your chances of avoiding harmful obstacles.

No matter if you’ve been off-roading for years or are just starting out, the team of auto experts at our Toyota service and parts department can be sure your vehicle is up for the task. At Classic Toyota, your safety and your satisfaction is our number one priority.