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Tips and Tricks To Improve Fuel Economy in Cold Weather Winter is here. As we do all we can to stay warm this time of year, cold weather promises more than just cold hands and ugly road conditions in the Greensburg area. Did you know that cold weather can have a negative impact on your fuel economy? When the mercury dips below freezing, it can lower fuel-economy numbers by as much as 12%. Lower temperatures mean it takes your 2017 Toyota RAV4 longer to reach a fuel-efficient temperature, increases engine friction and decreases electrical performance. Check out these simple tips and tricks to improve fuel economy in cold weather this winter at Toyota of Greensburg. more READ MORE: Top 5 Tips and Tricks for Safe Winter Driving 1. Park in the Garage In cold weather, it takes your vehicle much longer to reach a fuel-efficient temperature. Minimize warm up time and park in the garage. Parking in a warmer location will increase the initial starting temperature of your vehicle and will allow you to reach that fuel-efficient temperature much sooner. 2. Limit Idle Time We understand how tempting it is to let your car run for a few minutes before you head to work in the morning. Save fuel and avoid this practice. When your car is in idle, it is consuming fuel and getting 0 mpg, lowering your overall fuel-economy numbers. Manufacturers recommend warming your car up for just 30 seconds before you hit the road. 3. Combine Trips in Winter Weather Standard fuel-economy specs will see a 12% decrease when the temperature dips below 20-degrees. When you drive less than five miles in cold weather, that number increases to 22%. Combine trips and day-to-day errands whenever possible this winter and minimize the time that you drive with a cold engine. 4. Check Your Tire Pressure Did you know that tire pressure will decrease in cold weather? When this occurs, it will increase rolling resistance and have a negative impact on your fuel economy. Make sure to check your tire pressure regularly when the temperature dips and keep it at the recommended levels in order to maximize your fuel economy. 5. Warm Up Your Plug-In Hybrid While Charging If you drive a hybrid or plug-in hybrid like the 2017 Toyota Prius Prime, you can expect an even higher impact on fuel economy. Alleviate this as much as possible and preheat the car while it is plugged in and charging -- this will extend your driving range in cold weather. When driving, use the seat warmers to stay warm rather than the cabin heater, this will limit the energy you use. READ MORE: Which 2017 Toyota Models Are IIHS Top Safety Picks? When the temperature plummets this year, do not allow your fuel economy to follow suit and employ these tips and tricks to improve fuel economy in cold weather. Armed with these easy-to-use fuel-economy tips, you can maximize fuel efficiency this winter. If you need a more capable vehicle this winter that is better equipped for cold weather, check out the Toyota of Greensburg inventory.

What Song is Playing in the New 2017 Toyota Corolla Commercial? Have you ever had a catchy tune stuck in your head for days and days? At first you love it, then you hate it and then it gets a second wind again and you are singing along as you drive to work. With the release of the new 2017 Toyota Corolla television ad titled “You Don’t Own Me”, many car shoppers want to know more about the song stuck in their head and want to know -- what song is playing in the new 2017 Toyota Corolla commercial? Get more insight into this musical new ad and the redesigned 2017 Toyota Corolla today at Toyota of Greensburg. more READ MORE: Official 2017 Toyota Corolla 50th Anniversary Edition Specs and Features What is the Name of the Song in the 2017 Toyota Corolla Ad? Taking after its namesake, the song that is stuck in your head from the new Toyota Corolla commercial is titled “You Don’t Own Me” and has been performed by many artists over the years. Written by John Madara and David White, the song was originally recorded by Lesley Gore in 1963. A modern rendition has been performed by the artist Grace, accompanied by G-Eazy and was featured in the DC Comics blockbuster film “Suicide Squad”. What’s New for the Redesigned 2017 Toyota Corolla? Redesigned for the new model year, the 2017 Toyota Corolla takes its world-class design to new levels. With a refreshed style leading the way and accompanied by improved technology, the Toyota Corolla is more attractive than ever. A spacious interior with a best-in-class 41.4 inches of rear legroom is on display in the new commercial when a roller derby team heads to their next match and the Toyota Entune multimedia interface provides limitless entertainment when you hit the road. READ MORE: What is Toyota Safety Sense and How Does it Work? Another element that makes the 2017 Toyota Corolla stand out from the automotive crowd is the addition of a standard Toyota Safety Sense system to the equipment sheet. Complete with a Pre-Collision System, Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Alert, Steering Assist, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control and Automatic High Beams, the revamped Toyota Corolla is among the safest compact sedans on the road. If you have had the song stuck in your head from the most recent Toyota Corolla ad and have asked -- what song is playing in the new 2017 Toyota Corolla commercial -- we have the answer right here. Scratch that terrible musical itch and get the answers you have been searching for at Toyota of Greensburg. Explore the Toyota of Greensburg inventory today and get behind the wheel of a new 2017 Toyota Corolla.

10 Fun and Interesting Facts about Toyota and Their History The 79th anniversary of Toyota just passed on August 28th. It’s hard to believe Toyota has been around that long! It’s been years of innovation, excitement, and ingenuity. At Toyota of Greensburg, we are proud to be a piece of Toyota’s many years of history. How much do you know about Toyota? Check out these 10 fun and interesting facts about Toyota and their history. Some of them might surprise you. more The Founding Of Toyota 1. Toyota was founded in 1937. In 1937, when Toyota began, they established the roots of the organization that Toyota has come to be today. This was the year Of Mice and Men was published, Franklin D. Roosevelt was sworn into office, and Amelia Earhart made her first attempt to fly around the world. 2. Toyota moved to America in 1957. In 1957, a gallon of gas was about 24 cents, a new house would cost you a little over twelve thousand dollars, and a dozen eggs would run about 28 cents. 3. In 2011, Toyota was ranked the third largest car manufacturer in the world. Toyota has grown a substantial amount over the years. It now ranks as one of the top automobile manufacturers in the world. READ MORE: Find the Perfect Halloween Pumpkin in Westmoreland and Allegheny Counties Toyota Job Creation 4. Toyota has created approximately 365,000 jobs in the United States. That’s a significant amount of jobs! Let’s get an idea of what 365,000 looks like. Convert that into tons and that equals about thirteen times the weight of the Statue of Liberty. 5. There are around 1,500 dealers under the Toyota umbrella in the United States. If we converted that number of dealerships into pounds, that would equal about one and a half times the weight of a grand piano. Toyota Philanthropic Contributions 6. Toyota has given nearly $700 million in philanthropic contributions. Let’s put that in perspective. With $700 million, you could buy all 32 NFL teams -- 27 times. 7. Toyota invests one million dollars every hour in research and development worldwide. One million dollars...every hour. That means that in just over a week, you could fill an olympic swimming pool with the equivalent amount in dollar bills. READ MORE: 2016 Local Haunted Houses, Hayrides, Woods and More in the Greensburg Area Toyota Hybrid History 8. The Toyota Prius is found in over 70 countries. The Toyota Prius is well-loved. It has been a staple in the automotive industry since its beginnings in 1997 when it first entered the market in Japan. 9. Nearly 75% of all hybrids in the United States are Toyota models. In California alone, almost one hundred thousand hybrids were sold in 2007. Imagine how many Toyota Hybrids you can find in the U.S. today! 10. 90% of Toyota Toyota Camrys sold over the last ten years are still on the road today. That percentage of Toyota Camrys is seriously impressive. It demonstrates Toyota’s commitment to producing reliable, fun, and lasting vehicles. We bet you didn’t know those 10 fun and interesting facts about Toyota and their history before now. Toyota has come a long way, but has always retained their core values of producing safe, reliable, and fun cars. Interested in learning more about Toyota and the vehicles they produce? Stop by Toyota of Greensburg and let us show you why Toyota has such a long history of influence in the automotive industry. Check out our our inventory and schedule a test drive! You could be a part of Toyota’s history too.