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Driving a pickup truck means having tons of performance features at your fingertips - you can tow, haul, take things off road, and still get around in luxury and style. Owning one of these vehicles definitely has its perks! There are a ton to choose from, too - there are so many makes, models, and options out there that it can actually be a little overwhelming. Toyota of N Charlotte is here with great new Toyota truck options, but also 5 tips to help you truck shop with confidence and ease. Check it out!
Toyota of N Charlotte shares 5 tips for truck shopping
Tip #1: Try to figure out the budget beforehand so you can avoid sticker shock.
Trucks are more expensive than sedans and hatchbacks - remember, they’re performance-driven vehicles that have special features to get the job done. You’ll find bigger engines, more off-road features, and a lot going on under the hood that make the MSRP higher than your traditional sedan. Do your research beforehand so you can avoid sticker shock. Also, remember to factor in gas costs as well as insurance.
Trucks are more expensive than sedans and hatchbacks - remember, they’re performance-driven vehicles that have special features to get the job done. You’ll find bigger engines, more off-road features, and a lot going on under the hood that make the MSRP higher than your traditional sedan. Do your research beforehand so you can avoid sticker shock. Also, remember to factor in gas costs as well as insurance.
Tip #2: Find out if your registration or license will cost you more.
When you go up in size and buy a big truck you may have to pay more for your registration. Depending on the size, you may have to get a special license to drive it! Be sure to look into everything so you can ensure you have what you need to legally operate it AND you can afford the extra costs.
When you go up in size and buy a big truck you may have to pay more for your registration. Depending on the size, you may have to get a special license to drive it! Be sure to look into everything so you can ensure you have what you need to legally operate it AND you can afford the extra costs.
Tip #3: Figure out what you’re going to use the truck for.
Are you going to be towing a boat? How about hauling around heavy supplies for work? Or maybe you’re going to be taking things off-road on a regular basis and need something that can handle the job. Answer these questions before you start shopping; they’ll help you decide what type of truck you need! You’ll most likely choose between light-, medium-, and heavy-duty options depending on the amount of weight you need to haul.
Are you going to be towing a boat? How about hauling around heavy supplies for work? Or maybe you’re going to be taking things off-road on a regular basis and need something that can handle the job. Answer these questions before you start shopping; they’ll help you decide what type of truck you need! You’ll most likely choose between light-, medium-, and heavy-duty options depending on the amount of weight you need to haul.
Tip #4: Decide on an engine size and axle ratio.
This is going to be important when it comes to performance, so our N Charlotte Toyota sales specialists recommend thinking carefully before you decide. The higher axle ratio you choose, the more towing capabilities you’ll have. Same goes for engine size! Bigger isn’t always better, but it will give you more torque and horsepower, which some people prefer for towing and off-roading.
This is going to be important when it comes to performance, so our N Charlotte Toyota sales specialists recommend thinking carefully before you decide. The higher axle ratio you choose, the more towing capabilities you’ll have. Same goes for engine size! Bigger isn’t always better, but it will give you more torque and horsepower, which some people prefer for towing and off-roading.
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Tip #5: Figure out the specifics.
What trim-level will you choose? This will determine what technology and convenience features you get, as well as which stylistic enhancements are on the truck. What about bed size? Will you go short, regular, or long? And how about cab size? How many people do you need to be able to cart around town with you? Making these decisions will help you narrow down your choices so you know exactly which truck is right for you.
What trim-level will you choose? This will determine what technology and convenience features you get, as well as which stylistic enhancements are on the truck. What about bed size? Will you go short, regular, or long? And how about cab size? How many people do you need to be able to cart around town with you? Making these decisions will help you narrow down your choices so you know exactly which truck is right for you.
Feel like you’re ready to start shopping? Call us today! We’re open seven days a week at (704) 875-9199 and we’ve got a huge inventory of new Toyota Tundras and Tacomas near Charlotte for you to explore!
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