Toyota of Orlando

Is your Orlando Toyota ready for a hurricane?

Hurricane season is still months away, but it’s never too early to start preparing your Orlando Toyota for when disaster hits! We all know that hurricanes are common here is Florida and you always want to have an emergency plan in place. Not only do you want to prepare your home, you also want to prepare your ride! By getting your Orlando Toyota ready ahead of time, you can be equipped for whatever comes your way! 

Toyota of Orlando helps you prepare for hurricanes

No one wants to think about the destruction that comes along with a hurricane. However, the more prepared you are, the less damage you’ll have to face. This includes damage to your new Toyota in Orlando. Not only is your car an expensive piece of machinery that you want to keep safe, it’s your way out of town! Here are some tips for preparing your car for a hurricane:
  • Fill the gas tank: Once hurricane season hits, you should always be sure your gas tank is filled. This is important, as you never know when you may need to execute your escape plan. Additionally, gas stations may shut down due to the hurricane and you won't know when will be your next opportunity to gas up your car.
  • Visit our Toyota Service Center: You should also visit our auto service center to ensure your care is in tip-top shape. We can check your car's tire pressure and inspect the windshield wipers to ensure your car is ready to go! If you're planning on driving a long distance, we suggest getting an oil change in Orlando and other routine car maintenance before leaving.
  • Pack up your car: Another way to prepare your Orlando Toyota for a hurricane is to pack up the trunk with with necessary supplies. This includes clothes, blankets, a paper map, a cell phone charger, and an emergency roadside kit. Again, you never know when you might need to get out of dodge!
  • Park on high ground: If you don't plan on leaving town, make sure you park your new Toyota in Orlando on high ground. Flooding is common during hurricanes and you want to be sure your car stays dry! We also suggest parking away from trees, telephone poles, and anything else that can be knocked over during a storm.

Tips for evacuating a hurricane in your Toyota

If you’re planning on evacuating before a hurricane, you want to be sure you drive safely and that you have a plan in place. Here are some of our safe driving tips for driving through a hurricane:
  • Don't speed to avoid hydroplaning
  • Map out your route ahead of time
  • Listen to the radio for traffic and weather alerts
  • Stick to major roads instead of taking shortcuts
For more safe driving tips, check out our defensive driving tips. You can also find some of the safest cars in Orlando by visiting us at 3575 Vineland Rd. near the Mall at Millenia. Contact us by calling (888) 725-3520 for more information or to schedule an appointment to meet with a sales specialist.
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