5 Top Tips to Keep Your Toyota Cleaner For Longer - Charlotte, NCIf your car seems like a moving pile of dirt and grime even if you cleaned it a few days ago, don’t worry. You can make it look great again. Then, use these five top tips to keep your car cleaner for longer.

Don’t Park Under Trees

Trees add shade in summer, keeping your car from being burning hot when you get in. Unfortunately, they also shed leaves or pine needles and sap. A bird could even perch on a tree and leave a disgusting present on your car.

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5 Great Charlotte, NC Parks Where You Can Spend A Lazy Summer AfternoonWhen it comes to great Charlotte, North Carolina, parks where you can kick back and relax in the summer, you are never going to be short of options. In fact, there are so many options that it was hard to choose just a few of them when putting together this guide. Here are our tips for the best Charlotte parks where you can spend a nice summer afternoon.

Freedom Park

You can’t have a list of the best parks in Charlotte without talking about Freedom Park. This place has often been dubbed the “Central Park of Charlotte.” The 98 acres this park boasts has a varied scenery. You’ll find a 7-acre lake in the middle, meadows and park life surrounding the lake, and playgrounds and tennis courts if you feel like doing more than just laying back and enjoying a lazy afternoon in the sun.

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What Exactly Makes the 2017 Toyota 86 So Special - Charlotte, NCThe 2017 Toyota 86 is the latest car to leave the Toyota factory, and it’s already causing a stir around the world. It’s coming in at a ridiculously cheap price, yet it boasts features more expensive cars could only dream of. This sport vehicle is something you are going to want to get your hands on.

Sporty Looks and a Comfortable Ride

Let’s start from the outside. From the get-go, the 2017 Toyota 86 was designed to look sporty and sexy. The short back and the long hood work seamlessly well together to create a vehicle that you would be proud to drive. No matter what angle you look at the vehicle from, you can’t help but be impressed.

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4 Indoor Attractions in Charlotte to Help You Escape the Heat - Charlotte, NCWhat do you do when the temperatures in Charlotte, North Carolina are too high to allow you and your friends to enjoy some outdoor activities, but you are also too bored to stay at home? And if you are a parent, you know how hard it is to keep your family entertained when the heat outside doesn’t allow your kids to spend their time running around. Luckily, Charlotte offers a good number of indoor attractions for everyone, where the A/C makes the atmosphere pleasant while you have some fun with your loved ones.

Try Escape Room Challenges

When the temperature goes up, grab a few friends and bring them to an escape room. Escape rooms provide great fun for a couple of hours and luckily for you, Charlotte features countless establishments with different themed games. It’s engaging, challenging, and there are options for kids and teenagers as well. Exactly what you need when the park is not an option!

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What to Love About the All New Toyota Sequoia TRD Sport - Charlotte, NCThe Toyota Sequoia has been a constant in the Toyota range since 2000, and it has fast become one of the most popular SUVs in the world. Back in February 2017, Toyota announced that it would be refreshing the model range, with one of the introduced vehicles being the Toyota Sequoia TRD Sport. Let’s take a look at the new features of this incredible car.

New Features of the 2018 Sequoia Lineup

The changes across the whole of the Sequoia range for 2018 will be:

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Here's Five Tips for Getting Sand Out of Your Vehicle - Charlotte, NCIf you are an adventure seeker and love hitting the beach on four wheels, you might have come across a common problem: sand in your vehicle. Sand can damage the paintwork and the moving parts of your Toyota as well, and it is extremely hard to eliminate. Below you will find some tips on how to get sand out of your vehicle and protect it from damage.

1. Sand in the Interior: The Hard Bit

If sand is not removed immediately from the carpet and upholstery of your car, it becomes almost impossible to remove. The best cure is — of course — prevention, and you can do it by sitting on a blanket or chair and removing the sand from your clothes before sitting in the car. However, this is not always possible. The best option is to clean the car immediately using a car hoover and follow up the procedure with a damp microfiber cloth. Sand, however, can also get into the narrow gaps in the car’s interior, including cup holders. Use q-tips or similar tools to clean around hard-to-reach edges.

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Events Happening in Charlotte, NC in JuneIf you are heading to Charlotte, you might want to plan your visit and find out what is happening in the area, including concerts, free festivals, and family programs. Sign yourself up for a day’s cooking class, explore the area on foot, or explore the vintage markets of Schnepf Farms.

Family Walk at Bryant St. FreeMoreWest

The walking initiative is created by Sustain Charlotte, and it is a great event with a community spirit. You will walk to Recover Brands using wayfinding signs, and you can log your miles to impress your friends. It is time to get active and meet new like-minded people. You will even get a free T-shirt for participating and a Beer ticket to Blue Blaze for an after-walk wind down. The suggested donation for taking part is $10 per person. You will also get a free map featuring the participating businesses in the town. Check-in after the walk is between 5-7 p.m.

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2018 Tundra or 2018 Sequoia? - Charlotte, NCWhether you are looking for space, performance, or style, the new Toyota models have loads to offer. The 2018 TRD Sport models of Tundra and Sequoia are designed with the adventure lover in mind. Both models have loads of space, compared to other pickup trucks, and plenty of power to tackle any road. The attention to detail is clearly visible in both cars.

If you are looking for your next stylish truck to go on road trips, an SUV that will never let you down, you will find the Sequoia and Tundra very attractive. Read on to find out which vehicle to choose, based on the main differences between the models.

Toyota Sequoia for the Unusual Road Trip

You will love the power of the 2018 Toyota Sequoia that will get you anywhere you want to go. The 5.7-liter, i-FORCE V8 engine is powerful enough to get you up the mountain and through the dirt roads. The car’s advanced TRD-tuned suspension system and the Bilstein shocks will make sure your ride will always be smooth and pleasant. You can choose between rear-drive and four-wheel-drive models to suit your needs.

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3 Best Food Tours in Charlotte, NCIf you would like to explore the unique culinary traditions of Charlotte, North Carolina, when visiting, you might consider attending a food tour, a popular activity in the region. There are many award-winning operators in Charlotte to accommodate your needs and satisfy your taste buds. You can choose from traditional cooking tours or learn more about the contemporary chefs’ innovative meals in the region by attending one of the food tours below.

Tour De Food Charlotte

This tour is great if you would like to explore the history of Charlotte and the food outlets locals prefer. Offered on the first and third Saturday of each month, this local guided walk is organized by the North Davidson Art District, and it covers different dishes from five restaurants and deli shops. The organization also has private tours for large family groups or events.

The price for the Uptown Charlotte tour is $60 per person for three and a half hours of walking and five to seven stops, while the Mini Tour costs you $25, lasting just one and a half hours. You can also attend if you are a vegetarian and provide the company with advanced notice. Compare the packages and prices on the official Tour De Food website.

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Understanding the Trim Levels of the 2017 Toyota CorollaThe Toyota Corolla is a small sedan that offers a good mix of space and features. The 2017 model received some updates, including a few tweaks to the front end, including new LED headlights. Toyota also upgraded the upholstery and added a rearview camera on all the trims. The Corolla comes in seven different trim levels, and each has its own features and benefits. Here is some information to help in understanding the different levels.

The Base L

The base-level L trim comes with 15-inch steel wheels and power mirrors and door locks. This trim also gets LED headlights and running lights. Inside, you’ll find a rearview camera, a 6.1-inch touch screen with the Entune system and Bluetooth, voice controls, and a USB port with an auxiliary jack. You’ll also get Siri Eyes Free if you have an iPhone.

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