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During these uncertain times, Priority Toyota Chesapeake is committed to continuing to serve our community in as safe a manner as possible. To that end, we have implemented a number of new operations: more At our dealership, we will be maintaining social distancing with a spacing of 6 feet; any new guidelines from the CDC will be implemented as well. We have implemented additional cleaning and sanitation procedures, such as the installation of additional hand sanitizer stations throughout our dealership. To accommodate our customers, we will now be offering mobile service for test drives. We will continue to take care of our customers and work diligently to provide a hygienic dealership to those visiting us. If you need special accommodations, please call and we will work towards a solution together. As always, the safety of our customers is Priority Toyota Chesapeake’s top concern. We will get through this together.

Toyota is one of the biggest automakers in the world today. The company boasts over 80 decades of existence and has collected numerous accolades for car safety, innovation, and the integrated use of technology in its vehicles over the years. It's not surprising, then, that the latest Toyota concept cars are so impressive. Here's a look at two of the newest innovations that Toyota has announced, the Concept i Walk and Concept i Ride vehicles. Overview of Concept i Toyota's Concept i cars are made especially for people with low mobility. These futuristic looking vehicles boast AI agents that drivers navigate roads, provide direction, and monitor driving behavior so that a tailored driving experience can be customized. more Concept i Walk ‐ Personal Mobility Vehicles In a bid to make this world as inclusive and disability‐friendly as possible, Toyota has designed and announced plans to release vehicles that enable those with limited mobility to enjoy as normal a life as possible. One of their latest innovations in this area is the Concept i Walk, a three‐wheeler that's been specially designed for this group of people. The vehicle's low‐access floor makes it easy for people with low mobility to get on and off. What also makes this vehicle user‐friendly is the integrated AI agent that monitors the road and warns the driver of any impending obstacles, thereby improving the driver's driving experience. Concept i Ride ‐ Wheelchair User‐Friendly Vehicle Designed for those who use wheelchairs, the Concept i Ride is a two‐seater car that also happens to be electric. Thanks to the gull‐wing doors that open upwards (unlike traditional side opening car doors) wheelchair users are able to navigate their way into the vehicle without problems. The sliding electric i Ride's seat guarantees an easy entry for both the driver and the user's wheelchair. The i Ride also has enough space to fit in a folded wheelchair in the back. Instead of a steering wheel, the i Ride has a joystick, along with an accelerator and brake pedals. The driver is not alone, however, as an AI agent is present to help navigate roads and provide useful information such as locations of wheelchair‐friendly establishments and parking spots. Toyota ‐ One Giant Step for Innovation, One Exciting Step for People with Low Mobility Thanks to Toyota's investments in innovation, progress is being made for people with low mobility. These cars will most likely be unveiled in the not‐too‐distant future. These Concept cars give us a look into the exciting future of mobility. The interactive agent Yui will make driving alone less lonesome, and more like a road trip with a pal. Toyota's forward‐thinking innovation is definitely causing many to become hopeful about driving themselves in cars again. After all, who wouldn't want to drive such a smart‐looking car that engages with them and knows their driving style? Image via www.toyota.com

Yes, this budget-friendly economy car has been around since 1966. Its popularity hasn't diminished; if anything it keeps increasing, year by year. There are so many reasons why the 2017 Corolla, excels and sits in a class of its own. We have narrowed down and chosen the three best, most interesting, and lesser-known facts about this car and the company behind the car to help you understand why Toyota is a special car brand. Without further ado, here are the three surprising ways the 2017 Corolla excels. more 1. Toyota Has a Rigorous Production System In order to make a something of quality, you need to have reliable systems in place. This is a concept Toyota understands all too well. Toyota has a rigorous production system known as the Toyota Production System. Think of it as an automated assembly line where each car part produced is visually and physically inspected to make sure that it's up to standard. If any car part on the assembly line doesn't live up to Toyota's tough standards then the production of that particular Toyota is halted until that car part can be replaced. You can be sure that the 2017 Corolla has gone through this thorough vetting system to ensure that it's a reputable stellar car. 2. Manufactured in Toyota City, Designed in Los Angeles Toyota Corporation has its headquarters in Toyota City in Japan. This is where the majority of cars are manufactured. However, the design offices are in Los Angeles. Before a car even sees the light of day, Toyota's highly experienced and qualified engineers spend months poring over blueprints to make sure that any new car's dimensions are up to par. The car is then commissioned and built in Japan where it goes through the Toyota Production System. 3. Affordable Price Year After Year Have you ever wondered how Toyota can consistently bring out economical high-quality cars year after year? They are able to do this because of the strong ethics and sense of responsibility they have to stay true to the company's vision concerning Corollas. To Toyota, their corolla models are the people's car. Simply because they are inexpensive does not mean they have to be made cheaply. Instead, Toyota goes out of their way to design their Corollas to be as safe, as reliable, and as dependable as possible. This is why these cars are award-winning and have never failed a crash test. Toyota has managed to build a successful company through hard work, perseverance, and determination. Doing things methodically and staying true to their vision of producing affordable high-quality cars for the common person has really helped set them apart. It's no wonder the 2017 Corolla is able to excel and stand head and shoulders above other car brands. I mage via www.toyota.com

All-New 2018 Toyota C-HR The All-New 2018 Toyota C-HR will be arriving soon and we wanted to give you a first look into the amazing details of this new crossover addition to the Toyota family. So, what is in a name? For the C-HR, it means Compact or Coupe High-Rider. Coming in two trim levels, the XLE starting at $22,500 MSRP and the XLE Premium starting at $24,350 MSRP, promise to make every turn of the wheel pure excitement. Let's take a closer look at key features of the 2018 C-HR. Exterior The C-HR's exterior is diamond-like styling meets sporty city driving. With a very distinctive style and rebellious spirit, every detail will shine. Equipped with standard 18-in. vortex style sport alloy wheels, halogen headlights and taillights with unique cluster LED Daytime running lights, the C-HR will turn heads. Also standard, a cantilevered, aerodynamic rear spoiler and C-pillar rear door handles. For those who are ready to color outside the lines, there are available unique R-Code color designs. This paint treatment option gives you additional colors including a contrasting roof color to ensure you never blend into the crowd. Interior The interior of the C-HR further accentuates the diamond-inspired look and feel and includes standard soft-touch, leather-trimmed steering wheel, and satin-plated shift knob.  And if you like it cool and your friend likes it warm, you are covered with standard dual-zone automatic climate control. Not to mention the available driver/passenger heated seats. The C-HR comes standard with an auto-dimming rearview mirror with an integrated backup camera to help you make all the right moves. The hatch opens to reveal a large cargo area and boasts 60/40 split rear seats to allow for even more storage. Standard Toyota Safety Sense P™ (TSS-P) and Safety The Toyota Safety Sense P suite offers a host of key safety features to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road. It also includes full-speed range dynamic radar cruise control, pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, standard lane departure alert with steering assist, and automatic high beams. Plus the all-new 2018 Toyota C-HR comes standard equipped with 10 airbags and the Star Safety System. Ask one of our Sales Consultants to provide you with full details on these amazing safety features. Technology The C-HR is also packed with cutting-edge tech and the performance that you are craving. Available with Smart Key System and Push Button Start, you'll never waste time looking for your keys. And then there are the Available Toyota C-HR puddle lights when you want to make an entrance. When you approach the C-HR XLE Premium with your Smart Key fob and touch the door handle sensor, the power mirrors will fold out and display an illuminated C-HR logo on the ground. What! You'll also experience the standard 4.2" color multi-information display, as well as, the standard 7-in. touch-screen display that controls your in-vehicle entertainment. Performance Now let's talk performance in the all-new 2018 Toyota C-HR. Toyota engineers have raised the bar with this 2.0-liter 4-cylinder Dynamic Force engine the provides a perfect blend of performance and fuel economy (manufacturer-estimated 27/31 MPG). With a sport-tuned suspension and advance Continuously Variable Transmission and Shift Mode (CVTi-S) the ride will be smooth and precise. And don't forget to test out the Sport mode inspired by race cars for lively acceleration. So are you ready for the all-new 2018 Toyota C-HR? Contact us by phone, email or in person today for expected arrival date. 757-213-5000 Image via Toyota.com

2016 Toyota RAV4 Cars.com Car Seat Installation Honor Roll Child safety is a major concern for parents every time the put their children into their vehicle. One of the most important elements in the protection of of your children in a vehicle in the proper installation of a child protective safety seat. Toyota designers and engineers have been working to make child safety seat mounts easy to access and use. Parents who drive a 2016 Toyota RAV4 can have peace of mind knowing that Cars.com has named the 2016 Toyota RAV4 to their Car Seat Honor Roll. more 2016 Toyota RAV4 and Cars.com Criteria for Car Seat Honor Roll The 2016 Toyota RAV4, compact SUV was one of only six vehicles named to the Cars.com Car Seat Honor Roll, out of 84 model-year 2016 and 2017 vehicles tested. The RAV4 earned a perfect score in each category of the test, which was performed by certified child passenger safety technicians using an infant seat, convertible seat and booster seat. Cars.com says that “when it comes to car seats, the RAV4 is at the top of the class,” praising a large backseat to accommodate rear-facing baby seats. Toyota and being recognized for their efforts in child safety Beyond Car Seat Safety in the 2016 Toyota RAV4“We’ve put a lot of effort into making installation of child safety seats easier, and we’re glad to see that it’s working. I have two young boys myself, and child passenger safety is of the utmost importance to me, both as a mother and an engineering professional that has an active role in LATCH development on Toyota vehicles.” - Jennifer Pelky, senior safety engineer at Toyota’s North American R&D Headquarters. In addition to the safety focused car seat installation in the 2016 Toyota RAV4, the compact SUV offers an array of advanced safety features. The available Toyota Safety Sense P (TSS-P) is an active safety package that combines an in-vehicle camera and front-grille-mounted, millimeter-wave radar for enhanced performance and more functionality. The package includes Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection function, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control and Auto High Beams. The 2016 RAV4 also come standard with eight airbags, including driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, front- and second-row Roll-sensing Side Curtain Airbags and a driver knee airbag and front passenger seat-cushion airbag. Click to see our current 2016 Toyota RAV4 inventory and make sure you follow the Priority Toyota Chesapeake blog. Image Via Pixabay

Many of our customers have seen the ping pong table that we have in our showroom. It is open to our customers and staff to strike up a game when the competitive mood hits, but some do not know the history of Priority Toyota Chesapeake 's love for ping pong. It started years ago when we sponsored a great cause called PingPongForPoverty, now PingPongforCHARITY. We agreed to have an exhibition event in the showroom featuring a few professional table tennis players. After the event, we loved having the table in the store so much that it has become a permanent staple in the dealership. Any day of the week or time of day you might spot customers battling it out while they purchase a vehicle or wait for their vehicle in our service department, or see various team members on their lunch break rallying for bragging rights. We even have a local group that comes in at least once a week to play in the dealership. Ping Pong or Table Tennis keeps the fun going in our showroom and has added a wonderful dynamic to the culture of our store. That brings us to our exciting announcement for this post, we are thrilled to once again partner with PingPong.Gives and what is now PingPongforCharity for the 2016 PingPongforCharity Amateur Tournament taking place Saturday, September 10, 2016. It promises to be a weekend full of fun and competition for all levels. As a special announcement, Priority Toyota Chesapeake, will have special in-store exhibition event on Friday, September 9th at 11:30AM. You do not want to miss this special engagement as Duke/NBA standout Christian Laettner will be in attendance and playing a few rounds of Ping Pong with us. Also, professional table tennis star, former Greek National Champ, Ioanna Papadimitriou, and US Olympic Festival Gold Medalist Kim Gilbert will be on hand too, showing their skills and playing YOU! We'll have the table setup in the showroom and there will be plenty of room to check the Pros out and possibly get in the game! Don't miss out on this absolutely free opportunity to see the Pros in action, right here at Priority Toyota Chesapeake. Then the weekend kicks off, Friday, September 9th, with the 8th Annual Celebrity SLAMFest Kick Off Party at the Virginia Beach Field House ( click for directions) from 7PM - 11PM. There will be food, drinks, dancing and Music provided DJ, on-air personality Barry McKay! There will be a "Beat the Pros Challenge" and the Roller Derby Girls will be back in action too. Not to mention Live Auction, silent auction, 30 KETTLER table tennis tables and 2 Newgy Robots for sale. It promises to be a great night and the perfect way to kick off a weekend of Ping Pong fun. You can purchase tickets for the SLAMFest Kickoff Party here. Saturday, September 10th is the BIG DAY of the PingPongforCHARITY Amateur Tournament. It will run all day long from 8AM - 4:30PM. This tournament is designed for recreational, casual, amateur players of all age groups. There will be singles, doubles, boys/girls and men/women. It truly is a fantastic day and a great way to train your brain! Schedule of events during the tournament: 8AM Check-In 8:30AM Tournament Begins 1:30 PM > Singles Awards Ceremony 4:30PM > Doubles Awards Ceremony Play multiple games & multiple players Professional/Olympic level demonstrations Click here to register to play! Proceeds from this event benefit the PingPongfor CHARITY partners and the mission to integrate Table Tennis into our community to help aid those with brain diseases. We look forward to seeing you during what promises to be an unforgettable weekend of fun. Image Via Pixabay

As the world's largest automaker, you'd think Toyota could ride its sales and reputation into the 2017 model year without changing much, if anything. However, that mentality would go against everything that's made Toyota one of the best and most popular cars on the road for the past 20 years. Every few years, Toyota brings conceptual ideas to the showroom floor or improve upon an already successful product. 2017 is no different. If you're planning to buy a new car this year, don't miss out on these awesome Toyota models. 1. The 86 You've probably heard someone use the phrase "86" to describe doing away with or being out of something. The Toyota 86, however, has a lot to offer. Perhaps it's an homage from Toyota to the discontinued Scion brand the produced the 86 in the form of the Scion FR-S, but that's entirely speculation. Regardless of its name origins, the 86 is one of the most eagerly anticipated models of 2017. The reason for such excitement is that Toyota hasn't had a true sports car since the demise of the now legendary Supra. While it might take some time to bring the 86 up to the Supra's level, it still has some nice power thanks to a 200-horsepower, 2.0-liter straight four under the hood. This enables it to burst off the line in a 6.4-second zero-to-60 clip with a top speed of 136 miles per hour. Throw in an updated dashboard, steering-wheel-mounted audio controls, and Granluxe Interior accents, and the 86 is definitely a head-turner. more 2. Tacoma TRD Pro If you've ever looked for a truck that goes off-road as well as some of the SUVs on the market, you might have come up empty. However, Toyota looks to turn the tables by offering the Tacoma TRD Pro. This customized truck takes everything you love about the road-worthy Tacoma and mixes it with FOX 2.5 Internal Bypass Shocks, a front skid plate, and alloy wheels with Kevlar-reinforced Goodyear All-Terrain Tires. In addition, the TRD Pro adds attractive fog lights, LED headlights, and an intimidating grille. Inside, you'll find the Tacoma is every bit as luxurious as its siblings. Features include heated black leather front seats, an active safety alert system, and a 4.2-inch color driver's display. 3. Highlander While the 2017 Highlander isn't new to the Toyota lineup and it's not entering a new generation, it does offer a bevy of new amenities that make it stand out in comparison to 2016's edition. It starts with an updated 3.5-liter V-6 engine that replaces the stock 2.7-liter four-cylinder found on entry-level models. This engine comes with Start and Stop technology and an all-new eight-speed automatic transmission. Other new gadgets in the Highlander include five USB ports, LED lighting, three new exterior paint colors, painted headlight housings, and 19-inch alloy wheels. With all these features, the 2017 Highlander is more attractive than ever. Whether you're looking for a sports car, an off-road beast, or a great all-around vehicle, the 2017 Toyota lineup seems designed with you in mind.   Image via Flickr by Yuya Tamai

Celebrate July 4th with this show stopping Red, White and Blue Flag Cake! At Priority Toyota Chesapeake, we love summer just like everyone else, and when July 4th rolls around we can't help but think of the good times with family and friends and oh yeah, the food. Hamburgers, BBQ, Corn on the Cob and dessert... oh the sweet desserts. So we figured we'd share a classic Betty Crocker favorite red, white and blue flag cake that will make you the hero of any Independence Day get together. If you make this sweet treat, hope on over to our facebook page and share a picture of it! We'd love to see. Ingredients more Red Cake Layers 1 box Betty Crocker™ SuperMoist™ white cake mix 1 pint (2 cups) strawberries, stems removed, pureed in blender or food processor to about 1 1/4 cups 1/3 cup vegetable oil 3 egg whites 1 teaspoon red paste food color Blue Cake Layer 1/2 box Betty Crocker™ SuperMoist™ white cake mix (about 1 2/3 cups dry mix) 1/2 cup blueberries, pureed in blender or food processor 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 whole eggs 1/2 teaspoon blue paste food color 3 tablespoons Betty Crocker™ white star-shaped candy sprinkles or nonpareils White Cake Layer 1/2 box Betty Crocker™ SuperMoist™ white cake mix (about 1 2/3 cups dry mix) 1/2 cup water 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 egg whites Frosting and Sprinkles 3 containers Betty Crocker™ Whipped fluffy white frosting Betty Crocker™ red, white and blue sprinkles, as desired Directions To make red cake layers: Heat oven to 350°F. Grease or spray two 8-inch round pans; place 8-inch round piece cooking parchment paper in bottom of each pan. Grease or spray parchment paper. In large bowl, beat red cake layer ingredients with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on high speed about 2 minutes or until smooth. Spread in pans. Bake 29 to 34 minutes or until top springs back when lightly touched. Cool 10 minutes; run knife around sides of pans to loosen cakes. Gently remove from pans to cooling rack; remove parchment paper. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. Flatten cake layers by trimming off rounded tops. Cut layers in half horizontally to make 4 thin red layers. In 1 layer, cut small round out of center, using 4-inch biscuit cutter. Wrap and freeze 1 thin layer and the layer that was cut out of; save for another use. To make blue cake layer: Heat oven to 350°F. Grease or spray 8-inch round pan; place 8-inch round piece cooking parchment paper in bottom of pan. Grease or spray parchment paper. In medium bowl, beat all blue cake layer ingredients except sprinkles with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on high speed about 2 minutes or until smooth. Fold sprinkles into batter. Spread in pan. Bake 29 to 34 minutes or until top springs back when lightly touched. Cool 10 minutes; run knife around side of pan to loosen cake. Gently remove from pan to cooling rack; remove parchment paper. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. Flatten cake layer by trimming off rounded top. Do not cut in half horizontally. Cut small round out of center, using 4-inch round biscuit cutter. Wrap and freeze 4-inch round; save for another use. To make white cake layer: Heat oven to 350°F. Grease or spray 8-inch round pan; place 8-inch round piece cooking parchment paper in bottom of pan. Grease or spray parchment paper. In medium bowl, beat white cake layer ingredients with electric mixer on high speed about 2 minutes or until smooth. Spread in pan. Bake 29 to 34 minutes or until top springs back when lightly touched. Cool 10 minutes; run knife around side of pan to loosen cake. Gently remove from pan to cooling rack; remove parchment paper. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. Flatten cake layer by trimming off rounded top. Cut layer in half horizontally to make 2 thin white layers. In 1 layer, cut small round out of center, using 4-inch biscuit cutter. Wrap and freeze the layer that was cut out of; save for another use. To assemble cake: Place 1 red cake layer on cake stand or serving platter; spread 1/3 cup frosting on top. Top with 1 white cake layer; spread 1/3 cup frosting on top. Top with second red cake layer; spread 1/3 cup frosting on top. Gently top with blue layer. Carefully spread thin layer of frosting on cut edge inside of blue cake layer. Gently insert white 4-inch cake round; top with frosting and then red 4-inch cake round; press slightly. Frost side and top of cake using remaining frosting. Top with sprinkles. Store loosely covered in refrigerator. For full nutrition info, expert tips on this recipie visit: http://goo.gl/AjQyXT and for a complete guide to the perfect 4th of July spread visit: http://goo.gl/Ti8xM5 Happy July 4th to all of our Priority Toyota Chesapeake family. Photo by madisonbuening-991429 | Licenced under cc0

Now that summer is officially underway many people will hit the highway for a family road trip. We don't want you to find yourself stranded on the side of the road, when you should be enjoying quality time with family, so follow these 5 essential summer road trip car care tips and it'll be smooth sailing to your summer destination! Squealing or vibrating brakes can not only be an annoyance, but that can also mean your braking capabilities are not optimal. Low tread on your tires can be dangerous in wet weather conditions, and no one wants to sit through a road trip without AC! And just like you, your engine needs to stay cool during the hot summer months and long hours on the road. You also want to be prepared in the event of an emergency, having an emergency kit, first aid kit and spare tire in your trunk is essential. Remember that at Priority Toyota Chesapeake, we are here for all of your vehicle service needs. Brakes, tires, AC system checks, engine coolant and much more. Give us a call today at 757-366-5000 and schedule an appointment today. You can also schedule your vehicle maintenance on our website by clicking here. As an added bonus we have a tire special going on right now - buy 3 tires and get the 4th tire for $1. Plus, eligible tires purchased at your Toyota dealership come with 24-month tire road hazard coverage. You just can't beat that. Check out all of our current service and parts specials today! *tire offer: Toyota and Scion vehicles only. Run flat tires excluded. Must present coupon when order is written. Plus tax & shop supplies. Not valid with any other offer Must be installed at time of purchase. Valid only at participating Toyota Tire Center dealers. Buy three tires at the Toyota suggested retail price. Get the fourth for $1.00. Fourth tire must be of equal or lesser value. Prior sales excluded.

Think that customization and performance modifications are just for the fast and furious? Think again. Toyota offers a variety of ways to personalize your RAV4, and most of them are not only affordable but also easy to install. Plus, with these upgrades like remote start and advanced HomeLink® technology, your crossover SUV gets one step closer to luxury. Below we've compiled some of the coolest and best ways that you can transform your RAV4. Bird's Eye View Camera What's better than a rear-view camera? One with a 360-degree view. The Toyota RAV4's Bird's Eye View Camera allows you to see nearby objects while also helping you to get in and out of those tiny parking spots with ease. This available system is complete with Perimeter Scan, an innovative technology feature that shows a live, rotating 360-degree view of your surroundings when parked. more Remote Engine Starter It's time to elevate the comfort of your RAV4, and thanks to the available remote engine starter you can do just that. With the press of just one button, your air conditioner, heater, defroster, and defogger will automatically turn on to the pre-set temperatures and settings. The quick and easy three-step sequence using the remote key fob will turn on your RAV4 engine, allowing you to step into a pre-cooled or heated cabin. Plus this available system is easily integrated with keyless entry and existing factory security. Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist Drive safer with Toyota's available Lane Departure Alert (LDA). Helping you to stay in your lane, LDA is designed to detect the painted lane markings on the roadways and will alert you if you start to veer out of your lane. With a subtle yet audible beep and a flash of light on the instrumental panel, LDA alerts you to take action. Coupled with Steering Assist, this system will keep both you and your RAV4 safe in your lane with gentle corrective steering assistance when needed. HomeLink® with Frameless Rearview Mirror Do you want your RAV4 to help you stay connected and stylish? The available integrated HomeLink® system allows that and much more. With this upgrade, you can open and close your garage door, while controlling your front gate and home security system, from inside your RAV4. Plus the available frameless rearview mirror will add a whole new modern touch while giving you a new space to store your sunglasses. Trailer Hitch, Roof Rack & Cargo Carrier Add a little sporty muscle to your RAV4. Perfect for hauling thousands of pounds with ease, a RAV4 hitch is great for hauling bikes, cargo carriers, and trailers. If you're looking for even more room, a roof rack and cargo carrier will do the trick. These RAV4 accessories will allow you to bring just about everything you may need while saving you interior room for you and your passengers. With all the endless ways to customize, Toyota certainly makes it both fun and easy to turn your RAV4 into one that's uniquely yours. Photo by JesusAbizanda | Licensed under cc BY 2.0

Are you wondering what your trade-in is really worth? How about whether there is anything you can do to get more for your trade-in? It is not easy to gauge the value of a trade-in, but there are tools that can help, like the Kelly Blue Book. Before you go car hunting, find out what to expect from your trade-in, so you shop smart. Go Online with Priority Toyota Priority Toyota in Chesapeake, Virginia, offers an online tool that helps you figure out how much your car is worth. It starts when you give information about your trade-in. The app has easy-to-use drop menus to get you there. On the top line, choose the year of the car you wish to trade. Next, name it by model — for example, pick a Toyota if your trade-in is a Corolla. more The app asks you to verify the trim of your car, as well. Trim refers to the feature configuration of the car you purchased, such as LE for the Corolla. Finally, enter the miles on the odometer of your trade-in, then press the button labeled "Go to Step 2." The next step discusses the condition of your car. You select: Excellent — The car is in almost new condition Average — If the trade-in has normal wear and tear, like minor chips Below Average — Select this option if the interior and/or exterior have problems. For instance, if the motor knocks or it has a ripped seat That app also asks you to identify the number of past owners for the trade-in. If you bought the car new, select "single." If you purchased a used vehicle, the answer is "multiple owners." The last step lets you pinpoint some of the features that increase the value of the trade-in. After you click on the options that fit your car, just press the "Get My PureCars Trade-in Report" to find out the value. Getting the Most Value for Your Trade-in Edmunds offers some tips to make sure you did get the best trade-in price for your car. Start with knowing how much the car is worth before you go to the dealership. The best way to find out what your car will sell for is to pretend that you want to sell it. Drive the car to a few used car dealerships and ask what they would pay to buy it. Don't settle for what the clerk tells you; ask the used car manager to take a look. Your gut may tell you to wash and detail the car before taking it in for a quote, but you are better off leaving it dirty. They are going to give you a more realistic quote if they think you are a serious seller. If the car has mechanical problems, own up to them. Fixing them beforehand is a waste of money, but disclose any issues to both the new dealer that is giving you a trade-in quote and the used car dealer telling you what is it worth. You may not get the exact trade-in value you expect, but at least you can get an idea ahead of time. This way there are no surprises when you do finally go new car shopping. Photo by wbaiv | Licensed under cc BY-SA 2.0

Once you decide the 2016 Toyota Corolla is the car for you, the next step is to choose a trim package. Trim refers to the different feature configurations available for this model. The Corolla offers four main trims designated as the L, LE, LE Eco, and S. The features you get with your new car are based on the trim level you purchase. Learning more about the available trims is a critical part of researching a car before you buy it. Get to know the Toyota Corolla and its trims, so you shop smart when the time comes to purchase. The Base Model For the Corolla, the base model is the L series. It comes with the standard features and is the least expensive of the trims. With an L, you get 15-inch steel wheels, power accessories, and air conditioning. The tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel makes the interior more comfortable and roomy. The steering wheel has onboard auxiliary controls as well, for easy access. The interior provides a six-way adjustable driver's seat and four-way front passenger seat with a 60/40 split folding rear seat. You have full access to Toyota's Entune audio system complete with a 6-inch touchscreen, voice controls, six speakers, CD player, and an auxiliary audio jack. more The LE The next trim level up is the LE model. With the Corolla LE, you buy 16-inch alloy wheels instead of the 15-inch steel ones that come with the standard L. You also add heated mirrors, automatic climate control, and a rearview camera along with keyless entry, cruise control, and metallic cabin accents. The LE series sports the Toyota Entune Plus audio system that offers satellite and HD radio to the entertainment options, too. You can get the Scout GPS link app that provides smartphone navigation on the Corolla's touch-screen display. The LE Eco The LE Eco upgrades your purchase further by adding a more efficient engine and transmission to the package. This model comes complete with a 132 horsepower and 128 foot-pound torque engine and Toyota's Valvematic variable valve timing. The Eco provides 15-inch steel wheels as well, but they have low-rolling-resistance tires for more gas efficiency. As an added bonus, the Eco has a rear spoiler and enhanced aerodynamics. The interior options for the LE Eco are the same as what you get with the LE. If you opt for the LE Premium package, however, you add an eight-way power driver seat, heated front seats and SofTex vinyl upholstery. The S The "S" in this trim level stands for "sport." With this model, you get many of the same features you see in the LE trim, but with some cosmetic upgrades that make the car sportier. They include unique wheel covers, color-keyed mirrors with signal repeaters, a chrome exhaust tip, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with paddle shifters, sports instrumentation, and a trip computer. A rear spoiler is standard with this trim, too. Deciding on a Toyota Corolla doesn't mean you finish making choices. Figure out what features best suit your needs and then pick the trim level that has them. Photo by katerha | Licensed under cc BY 2.0