Does Your Dealership Offer A Shuttle Service Or Loaner Car?
Georgetown Toyota We offer a free shuttle service for customers that need to leave their vehicles at the dealership for an extended period of time. If you dropped off your vehicle for service and you need to get back to work or home, our shuttle service will gladly give you a ride. When your car is ready, our shuttle service will pick you up and bring you to the dealership to retrieve your car....
What is Toyota's Regular Scheduled Maintenance Program?
Toyota offers a comprehensive scheduled maintenance program that will keep your vehicle in top performing condition for a long time. To find out your maintenance schedule for your particular Toyota model, click here to go to Toyota Canada’s Maintenance Menu where you’ll be prompted to enter basic information about your vehicle, such as model, year, and engine size. From there you’ll be able to...
How Often Does My Car Need Its Oil Changed?
Oil keeps your engine running smooth. It is very important to keep up to date with your oil changes. How often your car needs it’s changed depends on a wide variety of factors. If in doubt, look in your car’s owner manual to find the recommended time interval between oil changes. Here is an overview of why you need to change your oil, and the factors that affect how often you should change your...
What Do I Do If My Engine Light Is On?
If you’re driving down the road and suddenly one of the engine lights on your dashboard turns on, don’t panic. There are several different lights on your console that have a wide variety of meanings. Each light alerts you to something that needs attention. Often times, the lights tell you something simple is out of place like maybe your gas tank cap isn’t screwed on all the way. Other times...
What Is Covered By Toyota's Manufacturer Warranty?
The warranty covers the cost of replacement parts under certain conditions, based on when the parts were installed, and by whom. If you are located outside Georgetown, Ontario, Canada, Please refer to the Manufacturer’s website for any additional warranty-related questions. What Is Covered? Replacement parts, installed by a Toyota Authorized Dealer DURING the Basic Vehicle Warranty Period,...
What Is The Difference Between OEM Parts And Aftermarket Parts?
Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts are made by the car manufacturer, in this case, Genuine Toyota Parts and are the exact parts that your Toyota vehicle was built with. When you take your vehicle to be repaired at a Toyota Authorized Dealer, it is very likely that your car will receive brand new Genuine Toyota parts to replace whatever component failed. If you take your vehicle to be...
What Happens If My Toyota Is Recalled?
An Auto Safety Recall occurs when the manufacturer of the vehicle determines that a component has a safety-related defect, or does not comply with federal safety standards. In the event of a recall on your vehicle, you will be notified by the manufacturer, and provided steps on how to have the recalled component replaced. Recalls are a rare occurrence in the automotive industry, but in the...
Can I Add Mobility Features To My Toyota
Toyota’s Mobility Program helps customers with physical disabilities equip their vehicles with mobility assistance equipment. For qualified applicants, Toyota will issue up to $1000 allowance towards the purchase and installation of lift equipment, hand or other driving controls, wheelchair and cart storage or other mobility assistance equipment. How to Qualify Customers seeking assistance with...
Do I Need Winter Tires?
Driving in the winter here in Ontario can be dangerous. Snowy, icy and otherwise compromising driving conditions can lead to any number of difficult driving situations. It’s important that your vehicle is well-equipped and ready. While winter tires aren’t mandatory in Ontario like they are in other provinces, they are a good idea for anyone who plans on driving in cold weather conditions....
What’s Covered by Toyota’s Extra Care Plan?
Toyota’s Extra Care Plan is Toyota’s extended warranty program that is available for both new and used Toyota vehicles. Several different levels of plans are available, each going far beyond the standard coverage of Toyota’s Factory Warranty. Each level of plan has its specifics, but we’ve provided an overview here for your convenience. Extra Care Protection Plan Overview Mechanical Protection...
10 Tips To Increase Your Vehicle’s Fuel Efficiency
Unless you’ve already got a fully electric vehicle, there’s one expense that always piles up month after month—gasoline. No one enjoys paying for gas, but the way you drive can have an impact on what your expenditure for gas every month. If you want to save on your fuel consumption and be more efficient, there are things you can do besides switching to a fully electric vehicle. Here are ten...
Your Toyota’s Five-Point Spring Maintenance Checklist
After an arduous, challenging Canadian winter, it’s time to liven up your car. It may need a detailed cleaning, full servicing, or just a bit of fine-tuning to get it ready for the warmer months ahead. Having a Toyota maintenance plan is necessary, so you know the strengths and weaknesses of your vehicle in its current state and make adjustments accordingly. Here’s a vehicle spring maintenance...
