Toyota Owners Share How a Little Care Goes a Long Way

Your Toyota is designed to be a dependable partner on every road you travel. But like any great partnership, it thrives with a bit of attention along the way. Drivers who get the most out of their Toyota often credit small, consistent actions that help their vehicle stay ready for anything from daily commutes to long road trips. With the right maintenance routine, here’s how you can set your Toyota up for long-term success, too.

Every long-lasting Toyota has a story and at the centre of all of them is simple, consistent maintenance. Owners who have driven the same Toyota for a decade or more will tell you this isn’t just based on luck. It’s the result of routine maintenance that keeps all systems running exactly as intended.

For gas-powered vehicles, regular oil and filter changes, tire rotations, seasonal inspections and tune-ups help prevent costly maintenance repairs down the road. When checkups are done consistently, owners say their vehicles stay as capable and dependable as the day they got them.

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“Toyota builds vehicles that are reliable. When driving a Toyota, you have peace of mind it will take you wherever you want to go without thinking it will leave you halfway.  With proper maintenance it can last for a long time.”

Toyota Owner, ON
 

Quick tip: Toyota recommends servicing your vehicle every 6 months or 8,000 km to catch potential issues early and keep everything running smoothly. Check your Toyota Maintenance Schedule to stay up to date.

Even for the most proactive owners, expert care makes a difference. Toyota University Trained Technicians and Service Advisors are specifically trained to know your Toyota inside and out, including the latest diagnostic methods, model-specific features, and the right maintenance approach for each season.

Whether it’s tire changeovers, checking battery health or servicing wear-and-tear components, visiting a Toyota Dealer for maintenance helps keep your vehicle safe and reliable year after year.

And when the unexpected happens, Certified Toyota Collision Repair Centres have the expertise, advanced tools, and trained technicians to restore your vehicle to Toyota’s original high standards for safety, performance and reliability.
 

“I have a 2009 Toyota Corolla, which I bought in full in 2009, and I have had it serviced regularly at [a Toyota Dealership]. I must say that my maintenance services were all efficient, and I give kudos to the mechanics. My car works well.”

Toyota Owner, BC

Quick tip: Every visit to a Toyota Dealer includes checks for warranty enhancements and model-specific updates. So, you can enjoy Toyota care and benefits that third-party shops don’t typically provide.

Long-term reliability doesn’t come from maintenance alone; it also depends on the quality of the parts that support your vehicle. Toyota Genuine Parts are engineered to the same high standards as your vehicle’s original components. That means they fit seamlessly, perform as intended, and are rigorously tested to deliver reliability over time.
 

"This is my second Toyota vehicle, and I have no complaints. My RAV is 14 yrs old. It still has a solid ride. I would not hesitate to purchase again. Besides its regular maintenance and replacements i.e.,: brakes, battery, it continues to perform well.”

Toyota Owner, NB
 

Quick tip: Shop like a pro: How to ensure you’re getting Toyota Genuine Parts can help you determine if the parts are counterfeit from actual Toyota Genuine Parts.

Your Toyota is built for dependability, and with the right care, it can continue running smoothly for many years to come. From following the maintenance schedule to visiting Toyota University Trained Experts to choosing Toyota Genuine Parts, each step along the way ensures you’ll enjoy long-term performance.

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