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When it comes to finding the best automotive experience in San Antonio, look no further than Cavender Toyota. 

Are you a fan of Toyota vehicles? Do you like a specific model but wish it offered more features? If so, then head to Cavender Toyota, where you can customize your ride. By custom ordering a new Toyota, you can design every aspect from the color right down to the amenities. If you want to design a new Toyota car, truck, or SUV, our San Antonio dealership is the place to be.

Even if you haven't been there yourself, you've likely heard the story—you're cruising along on a road trip until your car suddenly breaks down on the highway. Without many options, you have to eventually get your car towed and pay a lot of money to get it repaired. However, with Toyota Care, you can ensure that your car is covered no matter where you are! This is because Toyota Care is a wonderful and reliable no cost service plan that gives you 24 hour roadside assistance.

Those who use Toyota Care don't ever have to…

If your car is slow to start or lights flicker when you try to start your car, you may have a failing battery. You don't want to get stuck with a dead car battery as it could mean you're not going anywhere for a while unless someone gives you a jump. Even then, your next stop should be the auto parts store where you can buy a car battery. How do you know which one to pick?

Car batteries are valued for their cold-cranking amperage, battery-life, and voltage. You want a battery that is going to last awhile…

Unlike in the past when spare tires were the same size as what was on the vehicles, today new cars provide compact temporary spare tires. These spares are often referred to as donuts because of their small size. If you’re in need of a spare tire or have tire-related concerns, stop at Cavender Toyota and speak with one of our qualified staff.

Compact temporary spare tires are designed for temporary use only. They are a smaller size, have less air pressure and are affected differently by speed. Driving with them on longer than necessary can be bad for your…

When stopping a car, friction can cause the brake pads to heat up to as much as 950°F or higher. What’s more, they must do this reliably many times a day. Yet, brake pads are seldom thought about until one hears the telltale grinding that means they need to be changed.

Letting your brake pads wear down can damage your rotors beyond repair. How low can you go? https://t.co/VATAIyiA1e pic.twitter.com/eRA7Fa1yit

— Cars.com (@carsdotcom) May 4, 2016

Originally, brake pads were made from asbestos, which was well-suited for heat absorption but released cancer-causing…

Did you know that there is a very easy, yet relatively unknown method of reducing your chances of breaking down during the cold winter season? Allow us here at Cavender Toyota to explain.

With the new year now upon us we may have a long list of resolutions to uphold. Cavender Toyota knows that sometimes it's tough sticking to our resolutions, which is why we're suggesting one to all our customers that's not only beneficial, but also easy to stick to. Allow 2017 to be the year that you flawlessly keep up with routine service and maintenance appointment for your vehicle.

Simply set a reminder for yourself (or allow us to) to make an appointment with us and we'll do all the rest. You'll feel great kn

Are you a walker, bicyclist or do you enjoy jogging? If so, you’ve likely been in a scary situation of some sort involving a motor vehicle. In fact, approximately 125,000 accidents occur each year between automobiles and pedestrians and bicyclists. Of that number, roughly 2,800 involve so-called “quiet cars,” like hybrid and electric vehicles.