Toyota is a Must Have at Any Tailgate Party

As Labor Day approaches, that can only mean one thing. College football is back! And as football fans across the country flock to their favorite stadiums, many are anxious to get ready for all of the fun tailgating festivities.

If you're planning your tailgate game plan for the upcoming season, don't forget to bring along your trusty Toyota! The Tundra, Tacoma or 4Runner are excellent vehicles to help ensure your tailgate party is a complete success.

Don't have a Toyota? Be sure to head over to our Raleigh Dealership to take one for a test drive!

The Hybrid-R Concept is Ready for Debut

If you've been waiting for a hybrid that can hold its own on the race track, the wait is almost over. Toyota is set to debut its new Hybrid-R concept at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show next month.

According to the New York Daily News, The Hybrid-R will have a 400 hp motor that is based on the technology used in the Toyota TS030, which competed in the latest Le Mans 24 Hours race.

While we don't have any race-ready Toyota concepts, we still have a number of great models available. Visit our Toyota website to learn more or stop by to take one for a test drive!

Getting to know the Avalon: Exterior

For today's blog entry, we're learning more about the new exterior of the 2013 Toyota Avalon. From its Quadrabeam halogen headlights to its slide moonroof with sliding sunshade, there's a lot to like about this sleek Toyota sedan.

The 2013 Avalon is taking Toyota in an exciting new direction. The automaker took a completely new approach to create the purest expression of driving possible.

If you haven't already, be sure to stop by Fred Anderson Toyota and take one of our new Avalons for a test drive! We have a number of great models available.

Maintenance Monday Tip: How to Fix Your Flat Tire

Mondays can be a bit rough. But spending a Monday dealing with a flat tire on your Toyota is down right dreadful. If you need help alleviating a bad case of the Mondays the next time your gets a flat tire, remember this Maintenance Monday tip.

If you think your tire may have an air leak, check to see if you find a screw, nail or any other kinds of debris sticking out of the tire. If you don't find anything, fill a squirt bottle with a vegetable base soap and water solution or tire manufacturer approved leak detector liquid. Then inflate the tire and spray the entire tire with your bottle full of cleaner.

As the cleaner runs down the tread of the tire, you should notice a small volcano-like eruption of bubbles right where your puncture lies. Once you've identified the leak, be sure to get the damaged tire replaced as soon as possible.

For tire repairs and other automotive service needs, don't forget to schedule your next service appointment online on our dealership website.