Our family at Lipton Toyota wants to wish you the very best summer vacation! If you're planning a summer road trip, we want to be sure you have the safest ride possible. In our previous blog post, we gave you our ROAD TRIP PRO TIPS. Some tips included making sure your tires are properly inflated and getting a quick vehicle inspection at our dealership. Today, we're sharing tips on minimizing distractions. To ensure a safe ride, stay on your toes and keep your eyes on the road!
It is very important to minimize distractions while driving. Avoid multitasking! Also, avoid driving while you are tired or exhausted. According to a 2006 study, driver inattention – from fatigue or a driving distraction - was a contributing factor in nearly 80 percent of crashes. Nearly 80 percent. Or four out of five.
A driving distraction is anything that takes your eyes (visual) or your mind (cognitive) off the road or your hands off the wheel (manual). source And some of the more dangerous distractions are a combination, such as texting, which involves all three. source But there are a lot of behaviors that distract or make us inattentive. Here are some to avoid:
Eating and drinking – Chomping down a burger on the way home from work? This seemingly innocent activity is not only a visual and manual distraction, it also happens with extreme frequency, making it more of a hazard. And according to Insurance.com, some foods are more dangerous than others. Top no-no consumables in the car: hot coffee and soup, tacos, chili, hamburgers, barbecued food, fried chicken and jelly donuts. source
Grooming – Other not-so-innocent distractions. Save shaving for the shower and lay off putting on lipstick behind the wheel.
Talking with passengers – Restricting this behavior can be difficult, especially with inquisitive children in the vehicle. A quick tip: be sure they are properly and safely buckled up and give them books, toys or games to occupy their time.
Adjusting the radio or climate controls – Adjust vehicle controls, such as mirrors, heat or air conditioning, before you begin your trip. Take advantage of normal stops to adjust controls or ask your passenger to adjust controls.
Fatigue – Driving while drowsy results in a four- to six-times higher near-crash/crash risk.Long trips can be tough on children and you. Plan to stop along the way to take a group stretch, get something to eat and drink, return any calls or text messages, and change drivers if you’re feeling tired or drowsy.
Using a cell phone – Of course, using a cell phone remains one of the most dangerous distractions. Activities performed when completing a phone call (reaching for a phone, looking up a contact and dialing the number) increased crash risk by three times. Put another way, taking your eyes off the road for 5 seconds is like driving the length of an entire football field at 55 mph wearing a blindfold. source
Summertime, when there's plenty of sunshine and the kids are out of school. It's time to make your plans for that extra special family road trip. As summer travel season gets underway, it's important to keep in mind these very important ROAD TRIP PRO TIPS and keep your family safe this summer.
Follow these ROAD TRIP PRO TIPS...
Bounce on over to Lipton Toyota for a quick vehicle inspection. We can also check to see if there are any open recalls for your vehicle. In fact, 84 percent of vehicles inspected at community car care events nationwide last year needed service or parts. Click here to make an appointment and receive your quick vehicle inspection.
Boogie down the road on safe tires. Be sure your tires are properly inflated. The correct PSI (found in owner's manual or driver's side door sticker) not only improves tire safety but can also improve gas mileage up to 3 percent saving you a few bucks.
Build an emergency kit. Include a cell phone charger, bottled water, nonperishable food, first aid kit, flashlight, flares, white flag, maps, paper towels, and basic repair tools (including duct tape, jumper cables, work gloves).
Buckle your young children in correctly installed car seats. Only one in four car seats are installed correctly in the U.S. To check yours, CLICK HERE to find a car seat inspection station.
Block out driver distractions. Texting, dialing or just reaching for a phone can triple your risk of crashing. Let your passenger pick the summer playlist.
Remember these five B's to ensure safe travel and you'll be all set to hit the road!
Lipton Toyota is joining the fight against cancer once again in support of the American Cancer Society in 2015. We have all been affected by cancer in some way, whether it is ourselves, someone in our family, or one of our friends or co-workers. Lipton Toyota is proud to be supporting the efforts of the American Cancer Society and their fight for the cure. Together we can make a difference.
Driving the fight against cancer.
The American Cancer Society is dedicated, not only to fighting for a cure, but also to helping persons who face cancer. They support research, patient services, early detection, treatment and education. Many cancer related deaths can be prevented by making healthy choices. Lipton Toyota supports the American Cancer Society's efforts in promoting healthy habits like eating right and keeping active in order to help lower your chances of getting cancer. We also support their efforts in educating the public on getting recommended screening tests. Screening increases the chances of detecting certain cancers early, when they are most likely to be curable. Learn what screening tests the American Cancer Society recommends by visiting cancer.org
At Lipton Toyota, our mission is to do WHATEVER IT TAKES TO BE THE #1 TOYOTA CAR AND TRUCK DEALER IN
THE WORLD and to create the most pleasant auto buying and ownership experience. We are an award-winning
dealership for both Sales and Service, winning the President's Award for 13 years, along with the Excellence Award in customer satisfaction for service. Come in today and visit our state-of-the-art sales and service departments.
Lipton Toyota se une a la lucha contra el cáncer, una vez más en el apoyo de la Sociedad Americana Contra el Cáncer (American Cancer Society) en el 2015. Todos hemos sido afectados por el cáncer de alguna manera, ya sea a nosotros mismos, alguien en nuestra familia, o uno de nuestros amigos o compañeros de trabajo . Lipton Toyota se enorgullece de apoyar los esfuerzos de la Sociedad Americana Contra el Cáncer (American Cancer Society) y su lucha por la cura. Juntos sí podemos hacer la diferencia.
Conduciendo La Lucha Contra el Cáncer.
La Sociedad Americana Contra el Cáncer se dedica, no sólo a la lucha por una cura, sino también para ayudar a las personas que enfrentan el cáncer. Apoyan la investigación, los servicios al paciente, la detección temprana, el tratamiento y la educación. Muchas muertes relacionadas con el cáncer se pueden prevenir tomando decisiones saludables. Lipton Toyota apoya los esfuerzos de la Sociedad Americana Contra el Cáncer en la promoción de hábitos saludables como comer bien y mantenerse activo con el fin de ayudar a reducir sus probabilidades de contraer cáncer. También apoyamos sus esfuerzos en la educación del público en conseguir pruebas de detección recomendadas. Proyección aumenta las posibilidades de detección de ciertos tipos de cáncer temprano, cuando son más propensos a ser curable. Aprenda lo que las pruebas de detección de la Sociedad Americana del Cáncer recomienda visitandowww.cancer.org/espanol/
En Lipton Toyota, nuestra misión es hacer todo lo necesario para ser el CONCESIONARIO DE CARROS Y CAMIONETAS TOYOTA #1 EN EL MUNDO y crear la más agradable experiencia de compra y ser dueño. Somos un concesionario premiado en ventas y servicio, ganando el Premio del Presidente durante 13 años, junto con el Premio a la Excelencia en la satisfacción del cliente por el servicio. Ven hoy y visita nuestra moderna sala de exposición y taller de servicio.
Toyota Camry is driving all dads into the limelight for this wonderful upcoming Father’s Day.
To celebrate this great holiday, Toyota is temporarily placing an I (Heart) Dad monument, as a special gift for all dads, on the famous Santa Monica Beach Pier in Southern California. Designed by DJ Neff, the structure is 15 feet tall, nearly 30 feet long, and was made of natural wood from California. Toyota has also installed an Instaprint machine near the I (Heart) Dad monument, which allows people to instantly print their Instagram photos of their dad and the monument using the hashtag, #OneBoldChoice. The monument will be on the pier from Tuesday, June 16 to Monday, June 22. So, if you are planning on visiting Southern California for Father’s Day, don’t forget to stop by.
This year’s Father’s Day campaign uses social media to share one small, but meaningful message, much like the Super Bowl XLIX marketing campaign, “One Bold Choice Leads to Another.” Jack Hollis, group vice president of marketing, Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. said, they were excited that during the Super Bowl, Toyota got people to think about their dads. “What better way to continue that connection than by starting a timely, new conversation on Father’s Day,” he said.
Last month, Toyota, pairing up with director Ivan Cash, conducted “man on the street” interviews in Los Angles. In these interviews, people were asked what they had planned for Father’s Day. Some answers were funny, some were odd, and some were heart-wrenching. Phil Eastman, a respondent to an interview, was even given the opportunity by Toyota, to return home in Hyattville, Wyoming to surprise his father.
The video above is a main commercial for the new Father’s Day campaign, titled, “Father’s Day Redo.” Other commercials Toyota aired during the Super Bowl will appear on CBS This Morning, The Tonight Show, Castle, and Modern Family.
During summertime, travel safety is extremely important. If you are planning to go on a trip with your family this summer, we want to ensure that you receive these five must-know car seat safety tips for all child passengers.
Did you know? Three out of four car seats are installed incorrectly. This PSA from Toyota takes a humorous look at installing a car seat. View the video below: Buckle Up for Life: It’s Time We All Get It Right
Are you going out for a road trip with your family this summer? You probably think you’re prepared with sunscreen, sunglasses, and a car seat, but is the seat properly installed? The answer is less simple than what you expected. In fact, you may be surprised to learn that a staggering three out of four car seats are installed incorrectly. This is even more alarming because motor vehicle crashes are one of the leading causes of death among children. However, a car seat that is properly installed could dramatically reduce injury and prevent death.
That’s why Buckle Up for Life, the national child passenger safety program from Cincinnati
Children’s and Toyota, has released the following must-know tips for keeping child passengers safe as travel season heats up.
Buckle Up for Life’s mission is to educate families about how to properly use car seats and seat belts. The tips they provide are extremely valuable. Buckle Up for Life also offers free car seats to families in need. Over the last ten years, Buckle Up for Life has grown to include a network consisting of 14 of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals and has educated more than 17,000 people. Toyota’s sponsorship has provided funding for over 40,000 car seats for families in need.
Buckle Up for Life Helps Protect Children Riding in Cars This Summer
Below are the five must-know car seat safety tips for all child passengers.
Always use the “Inch Test” and the “Pinch Test”. Pinch the car seat strap near the child’s shoulder; if you can pinch a wrinkle in the fabric, tighten the strap until it is snug. For the “Inch Test,” grab the car seat from the back and bottom and tug from side to side and front to back. If the seat moves more than an inch in either direction, tighten it.
Never add towels or extra layers between the seat and your child. Car seats can get hot in summer weather, and sticky treats like ice cream can cause spills – but don’t be tempted to pile up towels in your child’s seat to keep them cool or tidy. Extra material could interfere with the seat’s ability to restrain the child in the event of a crash, so it is important to only use accessories and products specifically approved for use by the seat’s manufacturer.
Take time to cool off; then buckle up. If the car seat is hot because of high summer temperatures, take some extra time to cool the car down before placing your child in the seat. Open the windows, turn on the air conditioner, and test to ensure plastic or metal buckles are not hot. Once the seat’s temperature has reached a comfortable level, always buckle your child in as usual – even for short trips. Never leave children alone in the car, especially in the summer, when temperatures can escalate dangerously in a matter of minutes.
Don’t rent a car seat. If you are renting a car this summer, use your own car seat. When you rent a seat you don’t know important facts about its history that could affect its ability to protect your child (e.g., expiration date, crash history, etc.) The good news is that most airlines allow you to check your car seat for free.
Secure loose items in the car. Make sure all loose items – particularly summer travel essentials such as beach chairs, coolers, umbrellas and suitcases – are tightly secured in your vehicle. These objects could become projectiles in the event of a crash.
