If you are getting ready to head out on a road trip, you probably already have a checklist going with "to-do" items. You will be packing your luggage, maybe some snacks or picnic gear. But before you head out on the open road, consider doing just a few more things in preparation.

Use these travel safety tips to keep your holiday travels seamless: https://t.co/5qZkhGa2AJ pic.twitter.com/RpDvAnd4g2— Cars.com (@carsdotcom) December 24, 2016

The time to be planning for safety on the roads during your long holiday trip is today, and it can save you a ton of time and trouble if you prepare the right way.

Consider setting aside just a little time to pack the following items this holiday trip.
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Last week, Toyota Motor North America, Inc. (TMNA) reported that "Project Portal" has been launched on the roads around the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. This zero-emission class 8 truck, which boasts a hydrogen fuel cell system that has been designed specifically for heavy truck use and emits nothing but water vapor, has completed over 4,000 miles of developmental driving.

Earlier this month, Toyota, VH1 Save The Music Foundation and Life is Beautiful Music & Art Festival presented a $40,000 music education grant to three Las Vegas area schools. The funds will provide musical instruments for each school's music programs, leading to increased student participation.

 

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Toyota Motor North America recently launched a new arm of business that will focus on delivering enhanced user experiences and new technologies for new Toyota and Lexus models, according to a recent Toyota Pressroom article.

 

 

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We here at Capitol Toyota are altogether head-over-heels for the recently refreshed 2017 Highlander, our esteemed Japanese automaker's full-size SUV. We truly believe it's one of the best in the biz.

Yet, what makes it so?

Hear all about it from the vehicular gurus over at MotorWeek; their review of the Highlander is as follows:

A 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine is standard on the base LE trim. Good for a healthy 185 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque, the engine couples with a six-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive.

Optional on the LE and standard on all other…

Are you on the hunt for a midsize sedan for you and yours? Well, if so, you'll be happy to know that we here at Capitol Toyota feel we've a great one in the 2017 Camry!

Want a closer look?

We thought you might. Join Autotrader critic Amanda Salas in the clip below to get just that:

On most models, the Camry receives a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine as standard. Teaming with a six-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, the base four-banger produces a healthy 178 horsepower and 170 pound-feet of torque.

Those seeking something a bit spunkier…

The #Toyota86 wasn’t engineered like any sports car. And that’s why it’s not just for any driver. Do you think the 86 is for you? pic.twitter.com/ViFSz25ECy

— Toyota USA (@Toyota) January 26, 2017

Sports car enthusiasts will remember March 13, 2017. Toyota sped out the gate in Torrance, CA with a fresh press release bespeaking 2017 Toyota 86 getting some serious new perks.

The 2017 Toyota 86 base, we all know and love. Its 2.0-liter, 4-cylinder DOHC engine shells out a zippy 205 horsepower at up to 7,000 rpm with propulsive torque at…