As a leader in electrification, Toyota’s introduction of bZ4X represents the first of a global series of battery-electric vehicles to be introduced under the global “Toyota bZ” brand umbrella. Once the rubber hits the road, bZ4X will have a manufacturer-estimated range of up to 250 miles for XLE front-wheel drive models.

  • EPA-estimated range rating of up to 252 miles per charge for XLE FWD
  • Bold, SUV design with premium finishes
  • Impressive AWD capability with X-MODE® system
  • Accelerating Toyota’s global commitment toward carbon neutrality

Learn more about it!

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Nowadays, comics and cartoon imagery have become such a wonderful part of our daily lives, from newspaper pages to social media memes to print comics and digital subscription books.  They’ve even become ubiquitous parts of pop culture thanks to big screen adaptations from publishing houses like Marvel and DC.  What was once an obscure hobby reserved for “nerds” and collectors is now extremely popular all across the globe!  In fact, there’s plenty of arguments in the positive on why we should be further encouraging young readers to explore comics and graphic novels.

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The first day of May always has us thinking about beautiful blossoms, fabulous florals, and whimsical wildflowers!  For today’s blog, we’re sharing our picks for fun flower themed car accessories, as well as a list of great local florists so you can purchase your Mother’s Day Bouquets, arrangements for your special day, or just simply to bring home a bit of sunshine in the form of fresh cut flowers.  Check it out!

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Today is Independent Bookstore Day!  Founded in 2013, this day was created to help local residents and their communities connect with indie booksellers to foster a wonderful community of readers!  This year is the 10th anniversary of this special holiday, and we’re very excited about it!  Indie bookstores are a great way to support small, local business owners as well as getting to know new authors, creators, and fellow bibliophiles.   Each year on Indie Bookstore Day, a series of unique promotional items, new releases, and special events will be held at your local bookstores and many continue the festivities well on into the weekend.

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Comic Book day is just around the corner, but we thought it would be great to get a jump start by celebrating Super Hero Day to get you pumped up and find some exciting comics to look forward to.  Check out our picks for unusually cool vehicles from Superheroes and Comic Books that aren’t the infamous Batmobile!  See how many you know, and make note of your new findings so you can impress your friends later at trivia night.

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As an automotive enthusiast, we’re sure you’ll agree: there’s nothing more satisfying than a well-organized garage!  When all the tools and tidbits you need for your project car are available front and center, right at your fingertips, it makes tune-ups a breeze.  Since today is National Garage Day, we thought it would be fitting to share some great ideas for organizing your gear to make working your garage feel like a dream.

On the top of our list for organization are: Cabinets and toolbox carts, pegboard and magnetic tool holders, extension cord storage, and wall or ceiling racks.  We’ve done our due diligence to provide you with various price points to find the best product to fit your finances and needs!

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Minqua is a year round fishing destination and 2,300 bodies of water located in the Northwoods of Wisconsin. With one of the country’s largest concentrations of freshwater lakes, it’s easy to see why it’s such a popular destination for anglers and outdoor aficionados.  Game fishing season opens the first Saturday of every May for walleye, northern pike, and bass, but you can snag perch, crappie, and bluegill as open options year round. During the month of May through the first week of June walleye northern pike crappie perch and bluegill are top priority. Not into fishing? No problem! There’s plenty more to do in Minocqua besides!  We’ll cover plenty of other great activities and adventures in this post, too.

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Today is National Picnic Day, and what better way to celebrate than making big plans to celebrate with friends and family with a picnic and some delicious local food at State Fairs around Illinois and Wisconsin! 

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Here at Classic Toyota, we’re so proud to be a part of an automotive family that cares so much about our planet.  Toyota’s ongoing commitment to sustainability, recycling and repurposing, and reducing their carbon footprint makes us shout with glee!  And it comes as no surprise that our beloved manufacturer had big plans this year for Earth Day.  Let’s take a look at some of the amazing things Toyota did to celebrate.

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Summer is Coming! And it’s time to talk about the importance of cleaning and servicing your car’s AC and ventilation system before the heat wave hits.

We’re here to break down some of the important terminology and terms with our next installment of Classic’s Automotive Terminology Decoder!

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