Is change necessary? Conventional oil is a petroleum based lubricant that has been utilized since cars were invented practically. This lubricant allows the car to function with less friction meaning less heat. This friction also produces wear at an accelerated pace, and this wear can damage an engine as soon as the lubricant is no…
The noises that come out under the hood of your vehicle can indicate some mechanical problems. If you hear something unusual coming from the engine block, brakes or other major components, you should immediately take your car to a certified repair shop. Fortunately, routine automotive maintenance can prevent such spontaneous and unplanned visits. For example,…
Make others green with envy with the 2017 @Toyota Prius, our Eco-Friendly Car of the Year. #CarsBestOf https://t.co/B811bHbVC8 pic.twitter.com/HUTitOelO5 — Cars.com (@carsdotcom) January 11, 2017 Environmentalism and a solid ride don't have to be at odds with each other in Amarillo. Not every car has to guzzle gas on the daily commute, but not every…
The 2017 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) was the perfect chance for automakers to show off all the innovative projects they have been working on. Each January, this industry show in Las Vegas gives us a sneak peek at how companies are trying to change the world. In recent years, car manufacturers have taken up more…
This is the time of year when everyone is making resolutions. One of the most common resolutions is to take better care of your body, but that isn’t the only thing that requires care. Why not make it a resolution to take better care of your Toyota, as well? With regular maintenance, your Toyota will…
From the family at Street Toyota, we wish you very happy holidays. As a part of the Amarillo community, we hope that you have a joyous festive season and get the chance to spend time with those who are most important to you. Whether that means your close group of friends or your family from…
The Toyota Corolla LE Eco is exactly what consumers have been waiting for: an eco-friendly car that doesn’t compromise on size or speed. While fuel efficient cars have made a splash in the American market because of their environment (and money) saving ways, many consumers have resisted the urge to take the wheel due to…
It seems like more and more, in our modern world, kids are cut off from nature. It may not be so surprising to those living in the urban confines of Amarillo. Yellowstone National Park's youth programs give kids around the country an opportunity to experience life in the wild first hand. Expedition Yellowstone focuses on…
Who out there is proud to drive a minivan? That’s what we thought. There are some of you out there bursting to tell anyone about how supremely convenient a minivan is. Any time a friend has to move, any time there is stuff to haul, a road trip to embark on, or more than five…
With the latest introduction from Toyota, you can put limits in the rearview mirror and alleviate the trips you make to the pump. The 2017 Prius Prime features Toyota’s first dual-motor drive system that allows drivers to drive on pure electricity, gas or both. Beginning fall 2016, you can maximize your efficiency without worrying about…
