If you're planning on taking your Orlando Toyota into colder weather, you should prepare ahead of time! Toyota of Orlando has tips on driving safely in winter weather!

1. Toyota of Orlando’s tips: Driving safe in
winter weather!
Although we don’t get much in the way of snow in Central Florida, we know that a lot of
Orlando Toyota drivers take their families on road trips, especially during the holiday
season. These trips can often take you into colder climes where you may face uncertain
weather conditions, including snow and ice. These road conditions can make your trip
treacherous, which is why Toyota of Orlando has tips to help your trip as safe as
possible!
First of all, preparedness is everything. The more proactive steps you take to get ready
before your trip, the less likely you are to be stuck on the side of the road or facing
costly auto repairs. Prep your new Toyota in Orlando before you leave! Make sure that
your tires are properly inflated, that all of your fluids are topped off (especially radiator
and brake fluid), and that you have good-quality window wipers installed on your

2. Orlando Toyota. You can even bring your car into our car service center in Orlando to
have it thoroughly checked over before you leave!
Be proactive – prepare your new Toyota in Orlando for winter
weather
Along the lines of preparation, plot your trip and check the weather! You don’t want to
be driving your new Toyota in Orlando straight into a snowstorm or icy conditions, so
plan ahead. Always make sure you have a map to your destination, so you can find
alternate routes in case of bad weather. Additionally, be sure you have the proper tires
to face snowy conditions, and that you have tools like an ice scraper and shovel in case
you need them. Don’t forget an emergency kit with items like jumper cables, extra
blankets, and water in your trunk in case of a breakdown!
When driving your new Orlando Toyota in the snow, SLOW IT DOWN. It’s sort of like
driving in the rain – traction isn’t the best, especially if there’s ice. Take your speed
down to a comfortable level and be sure to leave plenty of room between you and the
car in front of you. Remember not to slam on the brakes of your Orlando Toyota – this
can cause you to skid and lose control. To slow down, simply take your foot off of the
accelerator and gently hit your brakes. And don’t get too confident – even if your car is
an all-wheel drive model, it might not help if you lose control of the vehicle!

3. Drive safely in the snow with tips from our Toyota dealership
in Central Florida
Turn on your lights to make yourself more visible to the other drivers, just like you
would in the rain. Also, you should NEVER use cruise control on icy roads – this is a
recipe for disaster. Be especially mindful of how you drive your Orlando Toyota on hills,
too – you’ll want to utilize lower gears to help you maintain your traction if your car is a
manual model. And here’s a tip Orlando Toyota drivers may not know as we don’t get
much winter weather in Central Florida – you should never pass a snow plow or sand
truck. They don’t have great visibility and move slowly, so you’re asking for an
accident… plus, their job is to make the roads more drivable so chances are if you pass
them, you’ll find yourself in bad conditions!
Toyota of Orlando wants you to be able to enjoy your holiday travels and winter
vacations, which is why we’re offering you these tips. To learn more about safe driving
habits, or to test drive a new Toyota in Orlando that’s perfect for more precarious
conditions, visit us today! We’re just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall; you can even give us
a ring at (888) 725-3520. We’ll see you soon, and happy holidays!