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Routine maintenance and regular upkeep are part of the deal when your purchase or lease any vehicle. But finding time to take care of them doesn't have to be stressful. Necessary services, such as oil changes and tire rotations, are easier than ever to check off your to-do list, thanks to the expert team at Lithia Toyota of Springfield.
If you own a vehicle, there will likely come a day when you have a flat tire. This might come along at the most inopportune of moments, but replacing the tire will be necessary before you can get on your way. Here are some tips to help the process go more smoothly.
Make sure that you have turned your car off and put on the emergency brake. Many accidents occur when drivers neglect this step. You will have a lot of things going through your mind at the moment, but this is a critical first step as you begin to…
As team members at Lithia Toyota of Springfield, we have the joy of becoming all-purpose experts on all things automobile. From the major to the obscure, we know a bit. Take a vehicle alternator, for example. It's a common and very important part of a car's electrical system, but what is it exactly? What does it do?
Designed by passion, the Toyota GR Supra is a blast to take down any road. From the first rev to parking, everything is designed for power and smooth handling in this sports car. There are many highlights to this new sports car model from the automaker as well. The base performance package includes a 3.0-liter inline supercharged V6 engine that delivers 335 horsepower.
In addition, the GR Supra is just fun to look at. It comes with red mirror caps, carbon-fiber grille, and unique matte-black wheels. The handling and braking are so precise that you can
If you understand how your vehicle functions, it can help it stay in good shape. We can help at Lithia Toyota of Springfield with useful information about your car. There are a number of myths about motor oil, and it can be hard to tell which are true and which are false. Here is the truth about some common motor oil myths.
MYTH: Once you use synthetic oil, you always have to use it. This myth is false. Although continuing to use synthetic motor oil could be easier on your car's engine, switching to a conventional oil shouldn't…
Toyota is a company known for their wonderful models of cars, but something that many people are not aware of is that they also have a great maintenance service. For those who are unaware, Toyota Care is a wonderful way for you to not only get your car serviced in a regular basis, but also receive 24-hour roadside assistance from one of the most notable no cost service plans available!
For example, the roadside assistance included with Toyota Care will be able to cover a wide variety of things, whether you need a battery jump-start, lockout protection, emergency fuel delivery…
The air filters inside your vehicle have to be in good condition in order to be able to capture tiny dirt particles and allergens from the air. The clearer the filters, the more efficient your ride will be.
The cabin air filter is working to keep allergens from getting into the air inside the vehicle. Even if the windows were opened, as soon as they were closed, the filters would quickly clean the interior air again. Clogged filters allow things like mold spores into the car's interior.
The engine air filter needs to be in great condition to stop…
The harsh winter months are officially upon us. Now that the season has changed so too has the needs of your vehicle. Cold conditions like this dictate a different sort of approach to keeping your car, truck, or SUV road worthy than in the summer months.
For example, one thing that many people do not realize is that keeping your gas tank full is strongly recommended during the winter. The reasoning behind this is that when the tank is low on fuel that makes more room for air in there. With the cold that we experience during this time of…
We here at Lithia Toyota of Springfield hear stories all the time about a car owner that decided to take their beloved vehicle to an independent body shop, instead of returning to the dealership for service- never a good idea.
