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The 2026 Toyota Tacoma i-FORCE MAX represents a groundbreaking evolution in mid-size pickup technology. This innovative hybrid system combines traditional Toyota reliability with cutting-edge efficiency, delivering an impressive 326 horsepower while achieving remarkable fuel economy. At Fort's Toyota of Pekin, we're excited to share what makes this hybrid powertrain so special.

Your Toyota car's tires are the only point of contact between your vehicle and the road, making them crucial for your safety and driving experience. Knowing when to replace your tires can help you maintain great performance, fuel efficiency, and most importantly, keep you and your passengers safe on the road. At Fort's Toyota of Pekin, we're here to help you understand when it's time for new tires and guide you through your options.

Your Toyota car's dashboard warning lights are your vehicle's way of communicating important information about its health and performance. These illuminated symbols serve as an early warning system, alerting you to potential issues before they become serious problems. Understanding what each light means can help you take appropriate action and keep your Toyota running smoothly for years to come.

As the seasons change and cold weather approaches, it's important to make sure your vehicle is in top shape to handle the harsh winter conditions. Two key services that will get your car or truck ready are a wheel alignment and a fresh set of tires. Fortunately, Fort's Toyota of Pekin is offering limited-time service specials near Bloomington and East Poria to help you save on critical care for your car.

With the changing seasons, it's important to make sure your vehicle is prepared to handle the conditions ahead.

At Fort's Toyota of Pekin, we're here to help drivers in the East Peoria area get their cars, trucks and SUVs ready for fall and winter driving.

Spring is here, and that means it's time to make sure your vehicle is back in shape for the warmer months ahead. At Fort's Toyota of Pekin, our service center is here to help drivers across the Pekin area and beyond get their vehicles ready for spring and summer driving.

New Toyota owners get one of the best perks: Toyota Care. This is a free maintenance plan that covers all of the factory scheduled maintenance for 25,000 miles or two years, whichever comes first. Toyota Care also comes with something different than many other brands. This includes 24-hour roadside assistance for drivers who get locked out of their cars or have battery problems on the road.

Not all brands offer such comprehensive services for such a great value. Toyota Care covers maintenance including engine oil changes, filter changes, fuel adjustments, tire rotation, 

If you have an emergency while on the road, then it can take you a while for you to get the help that you need. That is why it is important for you to have a winter driving survival kit. You need to keep the following things in your winter survival kit matches, small candles, pencil, paper, safety pins, whistle, cell phone adapter, first aid kit, large garbage bag and plastic flashlight. Keep a pair of batteries in your flashlight. However, it is a good idea for you to reverse them so that you do not burn them out. You…

Typically, we only think about our windshield wiper blades when we need them. Ideally, however, they would be something that got replaced regularly. The team at Fort's Toyota of Pekin knows the signs that it is time to swap out your wiper blades.

Is there an unpleasant squeak when you turn on your wipers? That is a definite sign that your wiper blades are nearing the end of their life. Another warning sign would be streaks being left behind. Even if these streaks are not impacting your visibility yet, they are only going to get worse over time.

Whether you’re a fanatic about automotive cleanliness or just a driver who’s all about appearance, you probably know the importance of having clean tires. If your tires are never cleaned, it can be harmful to the rubber and can cause dry rot. Stop at Fort's Toyota of Pekin to get some automotive cleaning supplies and also some tips from the experts on cleaning your tires.

When choosing a cleaning agent, be sure to choose one that doesn’t streak and will work on both the tires and the wheels. You’ll need a stiff nylon cleaning brush…