How To Avoid Hydroplaning
When you’re driving in a rainstorm, your focus is probably on your wipers as they keep the windshield clear. However, something else you should pay attention to is the road conditions beneath your vehicle; “hydroplaning” is a scary – and very real – risk. The experts at Peruzzi Toyota of Hatfield, PA wants you to know more about this all-too-common hazard and what you can do to stay safe.
OK, so what is hydroplaning? Essentially, it’s when you lose traction as a thin film of water comes between your tires and the road. It can happen during a downpour or just on a wet surface. This can lead to loss of control, spin-outs, dangerous skids, and worse.
So, what should you do if this happens? Your first instinct will be to hit the brakes hard, but be careful – this can worsen the situation. Instead, take your foot off the brake and allow your car to slow down; hit the horn to alert other drivers around you. If you have anti-lock brakes, don’t “stomp” on them, pump them slowly and gently. This too applies to brakes that aren’t “anti-lock,”– be gentle.
Here’s another key thing to remember: turn in the direction of the skid. It sounds counterintuitive, but if you go in the opposite direction, it results in dangerous overcorrection and makes things worse. So, remember: if your wheels are going “left,” turn left and use small adjustments, nothing too dramatic.
Now, how can you avoid hydroplaning to begin with? Peruzzi Toyota in Hatfield, PA has these recommendations. First, slow down on wet roads. Despite all the many safety “assists” standard on Toyota models, nothing replaces common sense. Try to stick to the interior lanes if possible, since water tends to “pool” on road exteriors. Where you can avoid driving through big puddles. There are too many stories of folks who misjudge the depth and find themselves at a higher risk of hydroplaning, not to mention damage to their exhaust system and transmission.
Your tires are the point of contact on the road, and keeping them in good shape is critical. The service experts at Peruzzi Toyota can give them a thorough check to ensure that they have optimum tread depth and inflation. This will go a long way to keeping you safe in all kinds of road conditions – rainstorms included!
Are you looking for a new book to read or the next book in your favorite series? Here are several great bookstores in the Hatfield-Lansdale area to check out.
The Black Reserve Bookstore
The Black Reserve Bookstore is an independent bookstore at 317 W. Main St. #3 in Lansdale. It’s open six days a week, closed on Monday, for your reading pleasure. The focus of the store is black culture. You’ll find titles available in varying genres from history to fiction as well as a selection of comic books to enjoy. While you’re visiting this quaint but comfortable space, you can also purchase clothing, incense, soap, jewelry, and other goods.
The Archive Books and Paper
Another unique independent bookstore in Lansdale is The Archive Books and Paper at 725 W. 2nd St. The 15,000-square-foot space is open Tuesday through Sunday for your enjoyment. This location does not focus on one genre. Instead, they have a vast collection of books and goods that cover a variety of types, including animals, military history, religion, and scouting. You can even find rare copies of classic books. Along with the books, there are several old magazines and drawings. If you have unique items you want to rehome, the store will take them and sell them on eBay for you.
As you visit these stores, look around and see what stands out. Do they focus on one genre? How comfortable is the space? Keep this information in mind to make future recommendations to friends and family.
Take a trip to India without leaving the comforts of Pennsylvania, and introduce your palate to unique flavors by visiting these restaurants near Hatfield.
- Biryani Bowl
When you’re in Lansdale, Pennsylvania, you can enjoy an authentic Indian meal at Biryani Bowl. The restaurant at 1100 N. Broad St. is open for lunch and dinner Tuesday through Sunday. If you’re looking for a place to enjoy a unique meal, try out the signature lunch buffet. It’s a wonderful way to explore the menu in small portions.
You can also enjoy a sit-down meal when you order from their expansive menu, which has both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. There are also 12 different types of dosa on the menu, including the plain, which is a thin rice and lentil mixed crepe served with chutney.
- Sultan Indian Cusine
If you make the short trip to North Wales, you can enjoy lunch and dinner seven days a week at Sultan Indian Cuisine. The staff is waiting for you at 1200 N. Welsh Rd., and you can make reservations online for a special night out. The lunch buffet, which is available all week, is one of the best ways to sample the menu .
The sit-down menu for lunch and dinner includes traditional tandoori dishes such as chicken tikka. You can also try the mixed grill, which is chicken tikka with a chicken kabob and shrimp. The vegetarian options include chickpeas sauteed in northern Indian spices known as channa masala.
As you explore each destination, remember your favorite dishes and pieces of decor. This way, you can give detailed recommendations to your friends, family, and co-workers.
Exactly What Is a Crossover SUV?
The crossover segment originated to meet drivers’ demand for a vehicle that blends features from both cars and sport utility vehicles. It literally crosses over from car to SUV. We’ll describe two of the main features that define a crossover SUV.
Fuel-Efficiency
Most SUVs are constructed on truck, or body on frame, platforms, while most crossovers are built on car, or unibody, chassis. Because truck frames are heavier than car frames, they require more power (and, thus, fuel) to accelerate and more distance to come to a stop. Crossovers’ design makes them lighter than full-size SUVS, allowing them to get better gas mileage and, in some instances, get up to speed and brake faster.
Car-like Drivability
The crossover’s car chassis also means the vehicle drives more like a sedan than an SUV. It’s typically easier to maneuver through crowded city streets and into tight parking spaces. Crossovers also have car-like suspensions built for practicality over off-road ability. As a result, they provide a smoother, more comfortable ride, even over rough roads. Because most full-size SUVs are significantly taller than crossovers, they tend to have more sway and rock, particularly around turns, making them a bit more challenging to handle.
The crossover SUV’s smooth handling, good gas mileage, and effortless maneuverability make it an ideal vehicle for commuters, families, and individuals alike. You don’t have to own a truck or large SUV to get interior space and rugged looks. Stop by Peruzzi Toyota to test drive one of our popular crossovers today.
For decades, the Toyota Corolla has been among the best-selling vehicles on the road. For the 2021 model year, the Corolla continues to improve upon all the gains made over past years, ensuring that it remains one of the most-beloved cars out there. Peruzzi Toyota in Hatfield, PA is proud to offer this exceptional vehicle. Here’s a little of what shoppers can expect in the 2021 four-door model.
With the basic trim of the 2021 Toyota Corolla, you’ll enjoy 139 horsepower with an EPA-estimated 32 mpg combined. Up your choice to the LE hybrid model, and you can expect even more impressive fuel-efficiency of 53 mpg city/52 mpg hwy.
On the interior, expect a comfortable cabin where both passengers in the front – and those in the rear seats – enjoy extra leg and shoulder room. There’s also over 13 cubic feet of room in the trunk and folding split-rear seats to accommodate any bigger or longer items you might need to cart.
Most trims of the 2021 Toyota Corolla (available at Peruzzi Toyota in Hatfield, PA) offer a high-resolution, 8-inch touch screen to intuitively navigate things like Amazon Alexa, Android, and Apple CarPlay and six-speaker audio system. Available embedded navigation and wireless phone charging are among some of the many tech goodies you can expect.
Naturally, the 2021 Toyota Corolla is fully-loaded with Toyota’s cutting-edge safety technology within the famed Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 package. From automatic high-beams, adaptive cruise control, and lane-departure warning systems, to pre-collision alert and pedestrian detection, you’ll enjoy a new level of driving confidence that keeps you and your precious cargo safer.
For years, there’s been no doubt that Toyota Corolla has been one of the smartest choices for drivers looking for reliability, economy, and more than a little style. The 2021 model won’t disappoint on any of those fronts – and will likely provide some unexpected delights for budget-minded customers. Peruzzi Toyota in Hatfield, PA looks forward to showing you around this legacy sedan.
Two 2021 Toyota Hybrids with Amazing Efficiency
Hybrid vehicles have just been getting better and better – and the Toyota brand has been leading the charge. Two SUV crossover models, in particular, are pulling way out front, namely the 2021 Toyota Sienna and the 2021 Toyota Venza. Here’s what’s on tap for these two exceptional vehicles, which are getting a lot of buzz among car experts – and which you can learn more about at Peruzzi Toyota in Hatfield, PA.
Both the Toyota Sienna and Venza have been completely redesigned for increased fuel efficiency. The platform centers around a 2.5-liter, four-cylinder hybrid engine. With the 2021 Toyota Sienna, you can expect 243 horsepower with a towing capacity of up to 3,500 pounds. As to fuel efficiency, this hybrid minivan can be counted on to deliver 33 mpg combined. You’ll also find that it’s longer and slightly wider than previous models, with both seven- and eight-seat configurations to comfortably carry all passengers. Additionally, find Wi-Fi, a rear entertainment system, seven USB ports, and many more handy touches to make your ride more comfortable.
The Toyota 2021 Venza from Peruzzi Toyota in Hatfield, PA gets 40 miles per gallon and delivers 210 horsepower. It has a sleek new exterior – which is also bigger than earlier models. The Venza is more luxurious than earlier designs -and the optional panoramic sunroof makes that moonlight drive something special.
Of course, one of the most exciting developments for these two hybrid SUV crossovers is their ability to charge their engines without having to be plugged in. Both models charge their batteries in the normal course of driving. Plus, both can be counted on for even-greater efficiency with its EV Mode which allows them to go entirely gas-free for short trips.
The bottom line is that hybrid crossovers don’t require a choice between exceptional style and fuel efficiency. The 2021 Toyota Sienna and Venza are ready to deliver on both. You can expect to see them shortly on the showroom floor at Peruzzi Toyota in Hatfield, PA – but feel free to get in touch with any questions before that.
Where To Stay Active in Hatfield
Looking to keep your heart rate up and your endorphins flowing? Check out these three unique gyms in the Hatfield area.
Urban Fit, Inc.
Simple but effective, Urban Fit is an indoor boot camp-style gym. You’ll be flipping tractor tires, climbing over walls, and doing power yoga in a 10,500-square-foot facility. One of Urban Fit’s biggest draws is TRX suspension training, which offers tension-based resistance equipment that is normally expensive and inconvenient to use at home. You can also fit in some boxing or kickboxing style workout classes.
Anytime Fitness
If you like a gym that’s a little more low-key and accessible. Anytime Fitness has a range of classes to suit all experience levels, friendly professional trainers, and 24-hour access. Get a fitness consultation to help steer your workout in a more effective direction; take up a team workout class of smaller, more personal size; or get your own personal trainer.
UFC Gym Lansdale
Want something a little more intense out of your gym? UFC Gyms offer conditioning classes for boxing, kickboxing, and more, so you can stay active and ease your way into an empowering combat sport. Hit the sandbags, cardio machines, free weights, or anything you like. Given their Ultimate Fighter brand, you can expect more intense and brutal workouts in UFC Gyms, so be prepared for a challenge.
These three fitness centers in the Hatfield area each have their approach and style, but at least one is sure to connect with you. Give one of them a try soon and keep pushing toward your goals, a little at a time.
4 Big Changes to the 2021 Toyota Prius
It’s hard to believe that it’s been 20 years since the Toyota Prius (available at Peruzzi Toyota in Hatfield, PA) first emerged as one of the earliest hybrid vehicles. In the beginning, this “green” vehicle appealed mostly to hardcore environmentalists, but since 2001, the draw of this efficient, fuel-saving vehicle has exploded.
Of course, as with all its models, Toyota has continually improved on the design, style, and much more. The 2021 Toyota Prius is the latest point of pride. Peruzzi Toyota is thrilled to review four key changes that take the 2021 Prius to a whole new level.
EVEN BETTER EFFICIENCY
For two decades, the main appeal of the Prius has been its impressive fuel efficiency. The new model offers 52mpg (city and hwy combined). The Power Control Unit allows the vehicle to utilize battery power alone in most situations, smoothly tapping into the gas engine when needed. Plus, the current iteration of Toyota’s New Global Architecture frame makes the 2021 the quietest version ever. Additionally, that design results in ultra-low “drag” resulting in additional efficiency on the road.
SPORTIER DESIGN
Just ’cause it’s “green” doesn’t mean it has to be dull. The 2021 Toyota Prius (which you can see – and drive – up close at Peruzzi Toyota in Hatfield, PA) features two new colors, Wind Chill Pearl and Supersonic Red. Add in color-keyed rear spoilers, glossy black exterior trim, and blackout headlight components, and you’ve got a car that turns heads.
SMARTLY DESIGNED INTERIOR
The 2021 Toyota Prius benefits from more interior space, so much so that the EPA now classifies it as a “midsize” car. Front-wheel-drive models boast an extra 50.7 cubic feet when the rear seatbacks are folded down.
GREATER PRODUCTIVITY
Of course, it’s all about how you spend your time on the road. The 2021 Prius offers you hands-free Bluetooth, while six interior speakers make the ride more enjoyable. Little touches like thoughtfully-designed cupholders for your commute ensure that your time behind the wheel will runs as smoothly as possible.
LEADING-EDGE SAFETY
The most current version of Toyota’s acclaimed Safety Sense features give drivers of the 2021 Prius even more control on the road. Pedestrian Detection automatically applies the brakes, even if you don’t see that person. Lane Departure Assist keeps you “between the lines” –literally, while Road Sign Assist gives you a heads-up on the dashboard with various traffic alerts.
Peruzzi Toyota in Hatfield, PA is excited to help lead the way in offering the next wave of sporty “green” vehicles that are right at home in these new times!
What to Do on a Day Trip to Philly
Anyone in Hatfield needs only a half-hour drive to visit The City of Brotherly Love. Here are three ideas for what to check out on a day trip to Philly.
Liberty Bell Center and Independence Hall
At the most famous historical attraction in Philadelphia, visitors can see the legendary Liberty Bell, which rang to mark the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence. If you can, plan this as your first stop earlier in the day, before the crowds reach their peak. If you have the time and a real interest in history, visit Independence Hall across the street as well, which offers excellent guided tours every day.
Reading Terminal Market
Shoppers and foodies can’t get enough of this farmer’s market and food court set inside the Reading Railroad 1891 train station. Have a light lunch or rich, exotic meal from cuisines around the world in between your browsing. To save time, take a look at the vendor map beforehand and mark down what you want to see the most.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Anyone who has seen “Rocky” will recognize the iconic steps of this grand building, but the truly impressive sights are inside. The building is modeled after the temples of ancient Greece, while also featuring complete structures from other places and times, like a 16th-century Indian Temple. The museum is packed with works of Van Gogh, Picasso, Cézanne, and other enduring artists.
If you only had one day to explore Philly from Hatfield, you can’t go wrong with an itinerary that includes these three places. Give one or more of them a look as you plan and customize the perfect trip for you.
The Differences Between the 2020 Tundra and Tacoma
The 2020 Tundra and Tacoma are both popular trucks sold by Toyota, but what are the key differences? Take a look at the important distinctions between the 2020 Tundra and 2020 Tacoma.
Size and Exterior
The Tundra is a full-size truck, while the Tacoma is a half-ton truck, which is smaller and more economical. The Tacoma can have either a short bed with 38 cubic feet or a long bed with 47 cubic feet, while the Tundra’s beds come in either 55-cubic-feet or 65-cubic-feet sizes. Reflecting the size difference, The Tundra is also more spacious inside, in terms of headroom and legroom.
Power and Capability
The 2020 Tundra includes a single engine: a 5.7-liter V8 with 381 horsepower and 401 pound-feet of torque, giving it the better towing and payload numbers. By contrast, the 2020 Tacoma offers a 2.7-liter four-cylinder with 159 horsepower and 180 pound-feet of torque or a 3.5-liter V6 with 278 horsepower and 265 pound-feet of torque.
Technology and Convenience
The base model Tacoma has a 7-inch touchscreen, while the Tundra’s models all have an 8-inch screen, but every single model of Tacoma after the base also includes that bigger screen. The Tacoma offers some optional features not seen on the Tacoma, like a wireless device charging pad, power-sliding rear window, and 120-volt bed power outlet.
Overall, the Tundra is a better fit for a heavy-duty work truck, but the Tacoma has various exclusive off-roading features and a smaller size, making it superior for recreational off-roading. Take a look through the Peruzzi Toyota inventory and see if the right 2020 Tundra or Tacoma is waiting for you.
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