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Rear view of a white 2021 Toyota Corolla

What is the Fuel Efficiency of the 2021 Toyota Corolla?

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2021 Toyota Corolla Fuel Efficiency in Austin, TX

Whether you’re buying a used car or a new one, a car’s fuel efficiency is one of the biggest factors that influence your buying decision. And when it comes to a car’s fuel efficiency, the 2021 Toyota Corolla is one car that car buyers and drivers in Austin, TX swear by. This year’s iteration of one of the best-selling Toyota sedans ever offers outstanding fuel economy coupled with great looks and superior engine performance. Keep reading this post from Third Coast Auto Group to find out how many miles a 2021 Corolla can go on a gallon. 

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A green 2014 Toyota FJ Cruiser drives along rugged earth with a Toyota logo in the upper lefthand corner.

Will Toyota bring back the FJ Cruiser?

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Back in 2014, the acclaimed Toyota FJ Cruiser received one final special edition. It was subsequently discontinued, an action that struck straight to the heart of its often fervent fan base. This rugged, off-road-oriented small SUV paid homage to the adventurous powers of the famed Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40. It provided its niche market with exactly what they were yearning for (perhaps without even realizing it). And then it was all taken away.

To this day, Toyota execs report getting continuous requests for the return of the FJ Cruiser. There have been many hopeful rumors circulating and fading for years. Is it just wishful thinking? Or will Toyota truly bring back the FJ Cruiser?

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Nissan Frontier front view

Available Used Truck Models with Financing in Austin TX

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What Truck Models Do We Have in our Inventory?

We’re proud of our trucks here in Texas, and we’ve decided it’s time to showcase some of the great pickup models currently in our inventory at Third Coast Auto Group in Austin. We offer great prices and financing options on all these vehicles to help make owning your dream vehicle a reality. We’ve already told you about our used Ford F-150, so here we’re going to look at some of our other trucks. 

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2024 Ford F-150 King Ranch front and side view

What’s the most popular car in Texas?

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Texans’ Favorite Vehicle(s)

We’ve often wondered at the question: what’s the most popular car here in Texas? Is it really the pickup truck, the vehicle we’re so commonly associated with? Or does a sedan or SUV take the real lead? Well, we decided to delve into this all-important issue and found that, unfortunately, the answer is not completely straightforward. Keep reading to learn about Texans’ favorite cars with us.

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Honda Sensing vs Toyota Safety Sense

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Does Honda or Toyota Offer Better Standard Safety Features?

Many car manufacturers are offering ever better driver assistance features in their new vehicles. This technology can do everything from notifying a driver that there is someone in their blind spot while they are driving on the highway, to automatically stopping if a pedestrian is detected in a crosswalk. Even better, more and more of these safety suites are coming standard on new vehicles. In this blog, we will compare two heavy-hitters in the driver assistance market: Honda Sensing vs Toyota Safety Sense. So, does Honda or Toyota offer better standard safety features? While individual vehicles will offer different sets of features, we can share some general information about these two systems.

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What do trim levels mean on cars? with a generic car background

What’s the difference between trims and feature packages?

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When it comes to shopping for a car, there can be a lot of confusing terminology. In addition to things like automatic transmissions vs CVTs , and the differences between compact or midsize sedans, you may have hear words like “trim” level, or “feature package”. While most of us have a decent grasp of what a make or model is, what do trim levels mean on cars? And how is that different from a feature package? Read the rest of this entry >>

a Honda Odyssey and Chevy Suburban side separated, with a caption "Best for families" a minivan or three-row crossover?"

Are minivans or crossovers better for families?

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When it comes to getting yourself and your family where you need to go, it’s important to find the right vehicle. While a compact or midsize sedan, or a smaller crossover or SUV might be just fine if you have a smaller family, more than two or three kids will require a larger vehicle. That is where minivans and three-row crossovers come into play. But are minivans or crossovers better for families? Explore some of the factors below. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Where can I find my car manual online?

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When it comes to figuring out what kind of gas to put in your vehicle, or how often you need to check or replace your timing belt, the advice often comes down to checking your owner’s manual to find the right maintenance interval or recommended fuel. But what if you have an older car, a pre-owned model, or just can’t remember where you put the thing? Fortunately for everyone whose owner’s manual has vanished, most car manufacturers also put their owner’s manuals online for anyone to access. But if you are wondering “Where can I find my car manual online?” we’re glad you asked! Read the rest of this entry >>