While vehicle safety has improved greatly over the past few decades, many automakers continue to pour money into research and development to make cars even safer. Toyota is perhaps at the forefront of modern safety technology. The Toyota Safety Sense system is the latest safety program from Toyota that provides preventive collision technology. It gives drivers three key safety elements, including crash mitigation, lane warnings, and nighttime driving enhancement. If you’re looking for a car to keep you and your family free from harm, there’s none better than one with Toyota Safety Sense. Here’s a more in-depth look at some of its amenities.
4 Scions That Will Become a Toyota
If you haven’t already heard the news, Scion is going the way of the dodo. 2016 marks the last year of production for this Toyota-owned brand, although it experienced considerable success over the past 13 years and gave the Japanese automakers feedback on how to market new cars to the Millennial generation. However, if you’re a Scion fan, you shouldn’t stress. Toyota plans to carry on several Scion models under the Toyota name. Here’s a list of the ones that made the cut and what you should know heading forward.
4 Top Places to See Fall Foliage in Massachusetts
If you love the beauty of autumn, few states offer such gorgeous fall foliage as Massachusetts. Whether you live there or plan to visit this fall, you have plenty of options around the state for viewing the orange, red, and golden leaves. Here’s a list of the top four places to see fall foliage in Massachusetts this year.
Which Trim Level of the 2017 Camry is Right For You?
With the 2017 Toyota Camry, you get a roomy cabin, a smooth ride, and a powerful engine. While it works well as a midsize sedan to get you around town, the Camry is also an engaging car to drive. The four trims range from basic to luxurious. Here’s a guide to help you decide which one is right for you.
How to Pet-Proof Your Vehicle
Whether you travel with your pets regularly or only give them a ride to the vet, it’s important to know how to pet-proof your vehicle. Equally important is knowing how to clean up after your furry friend has joined you for a road trip. Here’s some guidance on how to adapt and clean your car so that you and your beloved animal are comfortable during and after the ride.
4 Historic Sites to Visit Near Springfield
For American history buffs, Massachusetts is an ideal place to visit. You can explore sites that connect to the country’s earliest days. There are also natural preserves and parks with connections to historical events. If you’re near Springfield, check out this list of four historic sites in the area.
We’ll Miss You: The 4 Best Scion Models
Fans of the Toyota Scion received some disheartening news in early 2016: the car maker is no longer going to keep it as a separate brand. It launched in 2002 to revive Toyota’s appeal to younger car buyers. Now, Toyota believes the brand has achieved its goal and is going to bring Scion models into its regular lineup. To honor the brand as it ends, here’s a look at the four best Scion models of all time.
Top 4 Summer Events in Springfield
During the summer months, Springfield, Massachusetts, offers an array of fun events. If you live in the area or plan to visit Springfield, you have no shortage of places to go and activities to do. To help you plan the rest of your summer, here’s a look at the top four summer events you may want to attend.
1. Cool Tunes in the Summer Heat
The Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival takes place August 6 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Springfield’s Court Square, located downtown at 2 Court Street. It’s easily accessible from Interstate 91. Visitors have access to paid parking at the Civic Center and 91 South Garage.
Once you’re at the festival, expect to see large crowds enjoying the music at this free event. This year’s mainstage lineup includes Taj Mahal, the Eric Krasno Band, and the Joey DeFrancesco Trio. With so many food and drink vendors on hand, there’s no need to pack a lunch. Instead, you can sample ethnic food from local restaurants.
Boston In One Day
Boston is a historic city and a single day in this New England seaport can be a day well spent. Although you will not be able to immerse yourself in all that Boston has to offer, thanks to its compact nature you can see some of the sites that should not be missed by any visitor with a little time on their hands. Many of Boston’s most important cultural centers and historic sites are clustered near enough together to make taking a self-guided tour an easy affair.
Freedom Trail
Laid down to guide visitors on a tour of some of Boston’s most historic places is the red-brick path known as the Freedom Trail. Running for 2.5 miles from Boston Commons to Bunker Hill, the Freedom Trail passes by no less than 16 historic sites in American history.
22 Surprising Facts About Scion & Toyota
Toyota vehicles are ubiquitous on today’s roads and have earned a reputation for enduring quality, rugged durability, and innovation. The vehicles coming out of Toyota plants cover a spectrum of types, from burly full-size pickup trucks to eco-friendly electric hybrids like the Prius. Toyota’s Scion line of vehicles have established new ways for a car company to involve its customers in the ownership process, but these and other innovations come on the back of a long history of automotive achievements, milestones, and little-known facts. Read on to discover some fun and surprising facts about Toyota and Scion.
