We’ll take any available chance to hit the road and explore any of our country’s 50 unique states! Today, we’re celebrating Louisiana Day with a fun guide of interesting and must-see destinations around the state. You’ll find kitschy roadside stops, haunted houses, historic museums, and plenty of photo-worthy stops on our guide. Just say “good bayou” to boring vacations and hello to excitement and unforgettable memories.
Read the rest of this entry »![[Facebook]](https://www.classicdirecttoyota.com/blogs/293/wp-content/plugins/bookmarkify/facebook.png)
![[LinkedIn]](https://www.classicdirecttoyota.com/blogs/293/wp-content/plugins/bookmarkify/linkedin.png)
![[Twitter]](https://www.classicdirecttoyota.com/blogs/293/wp-content/plugins/bookmarkify/twitter.png)
![[Yahoo!]](https://www.classicdirecttoyota.com/blogs/293/wp-content/plugins/bookmarkify/yahoo.png)
![[Email]](https://www.classicdirecttoyota.com/blogs/293/wp-content/plugins/bookmarkify/email.png)
The RAV-X Concept Redefines What a Small Crossover Could Deliver to The Off-Road Segment Enthusiast
LAS VEGAS (Nov. 5, 2024) – Toyota has pushed the boundaries of automotive innovation with the unveiling of the Toyota RAV-X, a radical small crossover concept inspired by the spirit of off-road race vehicles, at the 2024 SEMA Show.
The RAV-X is the brainchild of Toyota Service Parts and Accessories Development (SPAD), a team focused on accessories and performance upgrades. For SEMA 2024, SPAD engineers took on the challenge of taking the RAV-X from concept to reality, handling everything from initial sketches and CAD designs to 3D-printed parts and final assembly.
Read the rest of this entry »
Today is National Stress Awareness Day, and nothing could be more fitting as we close out this tenuous election year season. Today, we’re sharing some tips and tricks that can help you remain calm while driving, reduce your stress during your commute, and assist you in increased focus while on the road. Alleviate your travel stress with these pointers, and they may just reduce your stress elsewhere in your life, too. Make more time for calm and mindful activity in your life, and you might also see improvement in your physical health as well.
Read the rest of this entry »
The only thing we can think of that’s more American than Baseball and voting on Election Day is American Football! The NFL really has become such an indelible part of our social culture that it’s synonymous with the fall season and Thanksgiving holidays. There’s truly nothing like sitting down for a good, hearty meal with your loved ones, and then napping it off on the couch later while watching the Big Game.
Today, we’re celebrating American Football Day with some super fun Chicago and Wisconsin themed car gear that you can snag to show your loyalty to local teams. With the approaching holidays and everyone gearing up for family bonding time over sports, we thought it would be a great day to share some fun NFL themed gear so you can drive to your dinners in style and team-spirit! (Plus, these items would also make the perfect gift for that gearhead in your life who has just about everything they could want for their personal garage, so they can add a little more personal touch to their ride.)
Read the rest of this entry »Shake Up Your Holiday Menus with Unique and Delicious Twists on Classic Thanksgiving Recipes
Of course, we focus most of our attention and content to automotive related things, but we’re a company with multi-faceted staff who have lots of hobbies and interests outside of cars! Today, we’re taking a little detour from our usual content to explore some of those interests, and flexing our culinary muscles. We’re sharing some festive food ideas you can take on the road to family dinners that are ready in a flash and easy to make-and-take, as well as some serious head-turner main dishes! Give a little creative spin on the traditional holiday classics and dishes we all know and love with these fresh new twists.
Read the rest of this entry »Jumpstart Your Holiday Shopping with the Ultimate Gift Guide for Road Trip Travelers in 2024
We’re kickstarting our holiday gift guides with the Ultimate Gift Guide for Road-Trip Travelers! On today’s list, you’ll find all the tools, travel gear, and comfort items you can imagine to make lengthy car trips a breeze. Whether you’re traveling solo, with your canine companion in tow, or you’re heading off with your closest friends, you’ll have plenty of gear to keep you safe, hydrated, fed, and well-rested. Send your loved ones this easy wish-list guide for one-stop shopping and be all set for your bucket list travel destinations when the snow thaws out this spring!
Celebrating National Ohio Day with a List of Must-See Places to Visit Across Ohio Year Round
Although the cooler weather has us wanting to cozy-up at home and get ready for the holidays, there’s nothing that says we can’t get excited about next year’s road trip season! Plus, there will be plenty of opportunities to explore different cities and states as we visit friends and family for the holidays. So, we thought it would be a great idea to celebrate National Ohio Day with a list of fun things to do all across the state. From festive holiday venues to nature walks to shopping and historical museums, you’ll find no shortage of fun, entertainment, and educational tourism on today’s blog!
We’re back with this month’s edition of the Classic Auto Group Community Calendar of Events for Lake County and Chicagoland area! This month, we’re bringing you some great gift markets, early holiday events, and local history.
Read the rest of this entry »
We’re closing out a lengthy autumnal celebration of all things spooky here at Classic, with one last guide to spooky travel destinations! Today, we’re sharing 5 notorious places to visit if you’re looking for paranormal activities and ghostly encounters. Halloween doesn’t have to end in October, if you’re brave enough to explore these unique destinations. Book a ghost hunting package, take a self-guided tour, or even book a stay in some of these spine-tingling locations. Well, what are you waiting for? Let’s make like Scooby Doo and the Mystery Machine Crew and get spooky.
And if you really do check them out, of course, we’d love to hear about it in the comments!
Read the rest of this entry »
We’re rounding out our month-long celebration of the Halloween Season with a selection of some unique and spine-tingling haunted places to check out if you’re in Wisconsin. Our neighbors up north have a plethora of destinations for ghost hunting enthusiasts and aspiring paranormal investigators. From thrills, chills, and bumps in the night there’s no shortage of legendary lore about these fine hotels, restaurants, and stunning cemeteries. Pack the car with your best ghouls and goblins and let’s try our hand at being the crew from Scooby Doo!
Read the rest of this entry »Connect with us
- Top 5 Features of the 2026 Toyota 4Runner That Conquer Illinois Winters
- Celebrate the Holidays by Gifting a Road Trip to the Michigan Ice Fest 2026!
- Extending the Spirit of The Giving Season: Great Ways to Give Back to the Community For the Holidays (Lake County, Waukegan Area)
- Your 2025 Holiday Gift Guide for Car Lovers
- Great Holiday Gift Experiences in the local Lake County Illinois Area for Holiday 2025 Season