A Driver’s Guide to the 2023 Toyota Corolla

If you are looking for a durable and reliable daily driver with excellent fuel economy, you need to check out the 2023 Toyota Corolla. This sedan is in its 12th generation and is also available as a hatchback. This sedan is athletic and boasts an aggressive exterior that draws the eye while you fly down the road. Read on to learn more about the Toyota Corolla and why it is consistently a driver favorite year after year.
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If you are looking for a powerful mid-size pickup at a great price, you need to check out the 2023 Toyota Tacoma. The Tacoma is durable, reliable, and packed with tech and convenience features that your family is going to love. This truck is tough as nails and is available in a Trail Special Edition, engineered to tackle rugged terrain and provide exhilarating off-road performance.
Your Guide to the 2023 Toyota Tacoma
The ’23 Toyota Tacoma is available with two impressive powertrain options. The first option for this mid-size pickup is the 2.7L DOHC 4-cylinder engine that delivers 159 horsepower and 180 pounds per foot of maximum torque. The second powertrain option is the larger 3.5L V6 direct-injection Atkinson engine that produces a whopping 278 horsepower and 265 pounds per foot of maximum torque.
These powertrains come paired with a silky 6-speed automatic transmission. However, you can also opt to equip your ’23 Tacoma with a smooth 6-speed manual transmission. The Tacoma is one of the only pickup trucks on the market today that allows you to go through the gears manually.
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St. Louis, MO, has much to offer, from its famous arch to world-class dining and attractions. Also, if you want to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city, these nearby outdoor activities will give you a chance to unplug, exercise, and appreciate a whole different side of St. Louis. Plus, the 2023 Toyota Tacoma, with all-wheel drive and a robust navigation system, is an easy and comfortable option to see all of them.
1. Creve Coeur Lake
Visit Creve Coeur Lake at 2143 Creve Coeur Mill Road for a wonderful day of outdoor fun, including watersports, fishing, and biking. There’s plenty of nearby parking, ample places to picnic, and a long loop around the lake perfect for running, walking, or rollerblading. The lake is the ideal place to visit at sunset, and since it’s so close to the city, you can easily be back in St. Louis for a late dinner after your day outside.
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St. Louis, MO is a great place to gather together with family and friends and enjoy a cool treat on a warm day. On the days when you’re craving something sweet, hop in your 2023 Prius, enjoy its voice navigation that allows you to access directions and music features without taking your eyes off the road, and check out some of these great spots for ice cream that are located in St. Louis!
1. Clementine’s
Clementine’s is located at 4715 Macklind Ave and is open daily. The shop was founded in 2014 and specializes in small batch creations. Some of its available scoop flavors include gooey butter cake, Italian butter cookie, malted raspberry crunch, and peachy heat cheesecake. If you’re looking for a non-dairy scoop, be sure to try Clementine’s vegan peanut butter chocolate chip cookie scoop or its vegan lemon poppyseed scoop.
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The 2023 Toyota Highlander is a unique SUV, as it combines a spacious cabin and strong performance with excellent fuel economy. This rare combination makes it easy to set out for fun-filled adventures with a group of up to eight passengers, and with its available all-wheel drive and convenient tech features, you’ll be ready for off-road explorations, cross-country road trips, or whatever other journeys you have in mind.
Engine and Versatility
This edition’s 2.4-liter turbocharged engine delivers 265 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque, which lends the Highlander excellent towing strength, with a 5,000-pound maximum towing capacity and quick acceleration. This engine also provides fuel-saving benefits, as it helps the vehicle get an estimated 25 mpg in combined city/highway mileage.
When taking this SUV off-road, you have both an optional all-wheel-drive system and the Multi-Terrain Select System to help you easily tackle harsh terrains. There’s also Drive Mode Select, which allows you to switch into different modes to either conserve gas, increase traction on slippery roads, or optimize the vehicle for sportier performance on highways.
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Thanks to its strategic location next to the Missouri and Mississippi rivers, St. Louis, MO has hosted people from various cultures and backgrounds. This has led the city to develop its own unique culture and a thriving economy. It’s no surprise, then, that you’ll find an amazing number of tourist attractions while you’re in town. Here a just a few must-see places if you need to narrow down your list!
1. The Museum at the Gateway Arch
Everyone knows about the Gateway Arch, but don’t forget to visit this fascinating museum, also known as the Museum of Westward Expansion, just below it with its entrance on 11 N. 4th Street. Completed in 2018, it houses exhibits that illustrate the construction St. Louis’ famous monument and how the city was used as a staging ground for explorers before embarking on their journeys into the untamed American West.
With the help of interactive maps, the Manifest Destiny exhibit chronicles the interactions between the Native Americans, Europeans, and American settlers as they cooperated with or competed against each other before and during US expansion towards the Pacific. Another popular exhibit shows what could have been, with displays showing alternative designs to the Arch.
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The 2023 Toyota RAV4 is a flexible vehicle that you can use for your day-to-day travel requirements or for longer trips and adventures. As such, it comes with an array of impressive features that can make your driving easier and your occupant’s journey a pleasure.
Drive Modes
You can drive the RAV4 the way you want with the ability to select from three separate drive modes. There is Sport, Eco, and Normal, with Sport providing extra potency to the acceleration while the Eco mode is all about driving as economically as possible. The Normal mode combines the two to give you excellent performance while maintaining a good economy rate.
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Summer in St. Louis brings a host of fun events to neighborhoods throughout the city. Don’t miss these four exciting summer activities we’ll be attending in St. Louis, MO.
1. Whitaker Music Festival at Missouri Botanical Garden
You can experience live music for free during this weekly outdoor concert series, which takes place at Missouri Botanical Garden all summer long. It kicks off on May 31 with the Lady J Hutson show and continues through August 2 with different artists every week. Bring a lawn chair or blanket along with a picnic for a relaxing evening.
The Whitaker Music Festival is also an excellent opportunity to explore the Missouri Botanical Garden. Admission is free on concert days after 5 p.m. and the live music starts at 7 p.m. The garden is located at 4344 Shaw Boulevard in St. Louis.
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The Camry has been gracing our roads for nearly forty years, combining reliability with practicality. If you are looking for the perfect mid-sized sedan, the 2023 Toyota Camry is the vehicle for you. The revamped model range covers all the bases with stunning looks, power, and the latest safety technology, giving you peace of mind and an incredible ride.
Lineup
The Camry comes in two grades, the L and the more sporty S. Both contain models that are either gas or hybrid, with gas having both front or all-wheel drive variants, depending on trim.
Two special edition models, the Nightshade and the TRD, round off the lineup. The Nightshade is available as both gas or hybrid variants, while the TRD is exclusively gas-powered, with both models pushing the boundaries of design and performance.
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Driving around St. Louis, MO in your reliable and efficient Toyota Corolla looking for a meal that will fuel you up for the day ahead? Pizza is a crowd-pleasing option that makes a great meal on any occasion. Check out these local eateries to get a taste of some of the best pizza our city has to offer.
1. Pizzeria Tivoli
Family-owned and serving up authentic Neapolitan-style pizza from a wood-fired oven, Pizzeria Tivoli is a special local eatery. We’re big fans of their Holly Hills pizza, which comes topped with arugula, pepperoncini, and hamburger meat over a base of red sauce and mozzarella cheese. Head on down to 5861 South Kingshighway Boulevard to try the slices served here for yourself.
2. Failoni’s Restaurant
Open since 1916, the delicious pizza and live music events you’ll find at Failoni’s Restaurant are a long-running local tradition. Their Failoni’s Deluxe Pizza is one pie you’ll want to order again and again, with sausage, pepperoni, olives, peppers, onions, and mushrooms all served with their signature blend of cheese. Drive to 6715 Manchester Avenue and prepare to experience some of the tastiest pizza our area has to offer.
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