Is It Time to Replace Your Current Tires?

 

If you haven't changed the tires on your car in awhile, you may need to have your tires inspected. If your tires have any bulges or cracks, it's probably time to get new tires. If you think there is an object in your tire or you are experiencing a slow leak, it's time to bring your car to Trotter Toyota to have your tires inspected.

 

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What is horsepower?

Do you want horsepower that packs a punch when you accelerate in your sports, muscle car, or truck? Here at Trotter Toyota, we can help you find the proper amount of horsepower for your driving style. Most people choose their car based on the amount of horsepower packed in the engine. You can choose from several engines types including the most popular V-6 and V-8 engine. Most race cars depend on the amount of horsepower that's in their vehicle to help them win their race. Horsepower is also good for long distance trips because it helps you gain traction…

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When Picking Out Your Next Off-Road Capable Vehicle, Know the Difference Between AWD & 4WD


If you are considering purchasing a vehicle with a little off-road capability, then you have some choices ahead of you. All-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive are both great options, but they do have their differences. And before making a purchase, it is important to understand these differences.

All-wheel drive vehicles have three differentials (front, center, and rear) and operate in AWD mode all of the time. Traction of the wheels is electronically monitored, and when slippage is detected the system will reroute power accordingly to ensure that the vehicle has maximum traction....
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Drive safely this winter with the proper wiper blades

One of the biggest risks with winter driving is visibility, and the kind of wiper blades you have and their quality can play a role. Here are some things to consider about wiper blades in the winter.

Winter wiper blades are sturdier, so they do a better job of pushing away ice and snow. They also are encased in thicker rubber, which prevents ice buildup and also protects them from the cold.

To get winter windshield wipers installed on your vehicle, come see us at Trotter Toyota.

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New Online Pre-Approvals Get You There Quicker

Buying a new car can be a great experience. Choosing the right model and the right car loan is part of the process. Securing financing is pretty much everyone's least favorite part of the equation. The staff members here at our Pine Bluff, AR showroom have made it much easier to get the ball rolling.

We now offer an online application that simplifies the entire process. All you do is fill out the information online; then you'll get pre-approved quickly and effortlessly without even needing to leave home. You can also preview our great selection of vehicles and…

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Facing the End of a Toyota Lease

For a long time, you have been leasing one Toyota vehicle and driving it. You love that vehicle, and you are sad to see your lease end. Now you have to figure out the best way of moving on from that lease.

  • Your first option for moving on from your lease is to go out and buy a brand new vehicle. You can purchase anything you like. 
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Even Distribution of Tire Wear

No matter how often you have your tires aligned and rotated, you will never have even tire wear unless you rotate them regularly. Your tires wear differently depending on their position on the vehicle. Every time you turn the wheel, your front tires wear a tiny bit on the outside edge owing to the way the tire leans or the camber. Therefore, the sides of the front tires wear unevenly from their center and also from the rear tires.

If you do not rotate your tires, you will never get the expected mileage because the front tires will need to…

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Toyota Teams Up to Deliver STEM Learning to Los Angeles Area Students

In September, Toyota proudly reported that the company had partnered with California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) and the W.M. Keck Foundation to produce four new mobile fabrication laboratories (fab labs) that will help students develop their science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) skills. The labs, which made their debut in Los Angeles County, are an the first four in what will become a network of almost 900 mobile labs around the world.

 

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The 2018 Toyota 4Runner was Recently Reviewed by Kelley Blue Book

Earlier this week, an expert from Kelley Blue Book's KBB.com assessed the new 2018 4Runner. The reviewer was struck by how capable the SUV is at managing off-road conditions thanks to its narrow body and ground clearance. Given that the rugged vehicle is also capable of towing up to 5,000 pounds, we're pretty sure that it's well-suited to our customers' lifestyle.

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