Face Winter Head On in the New 2018 Toyota 4Runner
Now that we’re in the thick of winter, it’s important to make sure you have a vehicle that can withstand harsh temperatures and snow. If your current car’s lackluster in this area, consider upgrading to the 2018 Toyota 4Runner. There are a number of reasons why the 4Runner’s the perfect vehicle for tackling whatever the winter season throws at you.
Four-Wheel Drive
On the 4Runner, you’ll have two choices of four-wheel drive. If you choose a higher trim level, such as the SR5 4WD and TRD Off-Road models, you’ll get part-time fourwheel drive with Active Traction Control for extra power when you need it. On the Limited 4WD trim, you’ll get a full-time four-wheel-drive system with Active Traction Control and Torsen limited-slip center differential with locking feature.
The life-giving elixir known as coffee is essential for your early mornings. Whether you are looking to grab a cup to go or wrap your hands around a mug as you settle into a day of remote working, here are the best places to grab coffee in and around Norfolk.
Elliot’s Fair Grounds
Located at 806 Baldwin Ave., Elliot’s Fair Grounds is Norfolk’s oldest independent coffee shop. Stop in to try delicious drip coffees brewed all day long. Each and every variety is organic and fair trade, so you do not need to feel guilty about where it comes from. Choose from a wide selection of medium dark roasts from Costa Rica, Rwanda, Tanzania, and more. If you prefer dark roasts, you will love the Mocha Java, Espresso Ghent, Sumatra Sriwijaya, and more.
Elliot’s opens at 6 a.m. each weekday and 7 a.m. on the weekends, so it is the perfect place to stop before work for a reviving brew.
Having a baby is a wonderful blessing. However, your new child does bring certain stresses to your life, one of which is choosing a car seat to keep him or her safe. Eliminate the fear of injuring your child in a car accident by using these tips to pick a car seat that will keep him or her secure and protected no matter the scenario.
- Rear-Facing or Convertible
There are two main styles of car seats to consider for a newborn: rear-facing and convertible. Both have their pros and cons. A rear-facing seat obviously faces towards the back of the car so that your baby is pointed away from the windshield. It is perfect for infants because you can easily grab it out of the car without disturbing the child, but because it cannot be turned around, you will need to invest in a new car seat once your child hits a certain height.
Having a date night with your loved one is a great way to deepen your connection and reinvigorate your love for one another. If you are looking for some inspiration, check out the following date night locations in the Norfolk area.
Freemason Abbey Restaurant
No date night is complete without a bite to eat, so start off your evening at the Freemason Abbey Restaurant at 209 W. Freemason St. This fine dining establishment is located inside a 144-year-old converted church, creating an expansive atmosphere that will help you feel closer. The low lighting, brick interior, and wooden furnishings only enhance the romantic feel.
Learn All About the New 2018 Toyota 4Runner
Six Trim Levels
The 2018 Toyota 4Runner is available in six trims, starting at $34,410 for the base SR5 and escalating to $42,675 for the TRD Pro.
All trims are powered by a 4.0-liter V-6 engine with an output of 270 horsepower and 278 pound-feet of torque and have a five-speed automatic transmission. If you’re an occasional off-roading enthusiast, you can happily get by with the lower trims. You do have the option to give them a bit of extra muscle by adding TRD Pro accessories, available to non-TRD Pro vehicles.
Last Night on the Town
Head a half hour east of Chesapeake to Virginia Beach to enjoy the Last Night on the Town celebration. Festivities begin in the afternoon at Pembroke Mall with entertainment by Magical Solutions, Inc. and a children’s countdown and balloon drop at 5 p.m. When the sun goes down, the adult fun continues at Town Center with live music and an amazing laser light show and ball drop to ring in the New Year.
Check Out These Top 5 Common Car Buying Myths
For many people, buying a new car is a stressful process. It doesn’t help that there are plenty of car-buying myths floating around out there that pass along bad information. Before you head to your dealer to purchase your next vehicle, check out some of these common car buying myths and learn the truth behind each one.
Buy Your Car at the End of the Month
Some buyers think if they wait until the end of the month to buy their car, a dealership that’s looking to reach a sales target will be willing to accept a lower than normal offer. However, that’s assuming it hasn’t already reached its target or there was even a target to begin with. In this case, the deal you get at the end of the month will be same one you get at the beginning of the month.
Willie Nelson, “On the Road Again”
No list of top songs for a road trip playlist is complete without “On the Road Again” by Willie Nelson. While you might think Nelson penned the tune about life on tour when he was in the back of his own tour bus, he actually wrote the song on an airsickness bag when an executive of the movie “Honeysuckle Rose” approached him on the airplane and asked him to compose the theme song. The song is now one of Nelson’s most recognized tunes, and it won him a Grammy for Best Country Song in 1981.
The Omni Homestead, Warm Springs Valley
Virginia’s natural hot springs with their bubbling waters rising to the surface were first discovered and used by Native Indians for their healing benefits. Warm Springs Valley of the Allegheny Mountains in western Virginia, along U.S. Route 220, is home to three hot springs: Warm Springs, Hot Springs and Healing Springs. In Hot Springs you’ll find The Omni Homestead, a state-of-the-art facility that offers all year-round adults-only services at their natural hot spring spa garden, and at their Aqua Thermal Suite spa. You’ll be introduced to their signature services including the 1766 Mineral Bath and Mineral Springs Mud Wrap.
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.
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