Winter takes a toll on our vehicles. Between the salt on the road and the frigid temperatures, we probably don’t give our cars enough credit for getting us from A to B. It’s no wonder, though, why some people notice more lights and warnings coming on during this time of year.
A common warning light we hear our customers experiencing is low tire pressure. Typically, this is something you can resolve on your own. However, there are occasions when you should make a service appointment at Markquart Toyota.
The light comes on and stays on.
This means one (or more) of your tires is at a low pressure level. What you can do is use a gauge to check the PSI (pounds per square inch) of all your tires. You can find your vehicle’s PSI in the owner’s manual. If any of the tires are low, you can fill it to the correct PSI at most gas stations. If you’re not comfortable doing this yourself, Markquart Toyota would be happy to help.
The light comes on then goes off.
This is common during colder months. Have you ever seen an empty plastic bottle that’s been outside in the cold? It looks deflated. This is sort of what can happen to tires in the winter. When it warms up during the day, the pressure in your tires may increase back to normal. Usually, you can just let your vehicle warm up, and the pressure will return to normal. If not, you can again check the PSI and fill your tires accordingly.
The light flashes and stays on.
When this happens, it means the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) isn’t functioning properly. If this is the case, you should make a service appointment. If the TPMS isn’t working, it won’t be able to warn you when your tire pressure is low and needs to be repaired.
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2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid near Eau Claire
New for this model year is the 2016 RAV4 Hybrid. It’s everything you love about the 2016 Toyota RAV4, with the addition of Toyota’s proven Hybrid Synergy Drive. This way you get great fuel efficiency during any adventure.
The RAV4 Hybrid combines power and efficiency. Its two trims, XLE and Limited, come standard with Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive with intelligence (AWD-i), which means the electric motor delivers instant torque to the rear wheels whenever you need more traction. Thanks to the Hybrid powertrain, you can enjoy this feature and still get an EPA-estimated 34 city mpg.
The 2016 Toyota RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid are as stylish as ever. Their athletic features, available LED headlights, and unique wheel designs make this one bold compact crossover. The interior is spacious and inviting, making the RAV4 Hybrid the perfect vehicle for any trip, whether that’s to work every day, or on a weekend getaway.
Visit Toyota’s website to learn more about the 2016 RAV4 Hybrid’s great features!
What is Lane Departure Alert?
It’s 2016 and vehicles have more technology in them than ever – back-up cameras, satellite radio, navigation, and more. With that, safety technology has been improving as well. One seemingly-simple, yet extremely useful, feature is Toyota’s Lane Departure Alert1.
This available safety feature helps the driver stay in his or her lane by emitting an audible beep and a flashing light on the instrument panel if the driver starts to drift over the white or yellow lines. The system detects the painted lines and can tell if the vehicle drifts over them. If this happens and the turn signal is not enabled, the system will assume the drift is accidental and warn the driver.
When on the road it’s smart to err on the side of caution, and Lane Departure Alert helps you do just that. If this is a feature you’re interested in, talk with a Product Specialist at Markquart Toyota near Eau Claire to see what options are available to you!
1Lane Departure Alert is designed to read the lane markers under certain conditions, and provide visual and audible alerts when lane departure is detected. It is not a collision-avoidance system or a substitute for safe and attentive driving. Effectiveness depends on many factors.
Redesigned 2016 Toyota RAV4 Updates
The Toyota RAV4 received some updates for the 2016 model year. You will notice a refreshed exterior, some new interior features, and even a new trim level!
First, the front end is more chiseled with new head lights and defined lines. The new SE trim level is available with an S-Code paint treatment, which adds silver accents to the front and rear bumpers, side lower trim, and fenders. Each RAV4 trim comes with its own wheel design.
The RAV4 still has its spacious interior, but you’ll notice improved cup holders for coffee mugs with handles, and the new available bird’s-eye view camera, which helps you see all the way around your vehicle, not just behind it.
We currently have over 30 2016 Toyota RAV4s in stock at Markquart Toyota near Eau Claire! Visit us today to get behind the wheel of one of these stylish crossovers!
From November 12, 2015 to Christmas 2015, Markquart Motors and Markquart Toyota donated $100 for every new and used vehicle sold as part of Markquart Gives Back. This initiative aims to give back to the community that Markquart calls home.
The $50,000 will be split between four Chippewa Valley organizations that make a difference in our community members’ lives every day – Boys & Girls Clubs of the Greater Chippewa Valley, Feed My People Food Bank, Chippewa Valley Free Clinic of Eau Claire, and the Open Door Clinic of Chippewa Falls.
In order to encourage participation, people were able to follow the progress of Markquart Gives Back on markquart.com/givesback, as well as learn more about the individual organizations.
Included in each of the vehicles sold was a Markquart Gives Back ornament, and a booklet explaining the initiative and each of the organizations’ missions. “We wanted our customers to be informed about these local organizations and the amazing work they do for our community,” said Amy Dachel, Marketing Manager for both Markquart Motors and Markquart Toyota. If you purchased a vehicle during the Markquart Gives Back time frame, but didn’t receive an ornament, they can be picked up from Markquart Motors during business hours.
Markquart hopes to continue Markquart Gives Back as an annual tradition.
Ken Fournier Retires after 13 Years with Markquart!
Ken has had a customer service career of 41 years, and Markquart has been fortunate to have him as a team member for 13 years of it! He said his favorite part of his time here was meeting people from all different backgrounds, and the fact that some of his customers are now good friends!
When asked for a funny story, Ken recalled his very first sale. He had been trained for two weeks prior to being able to work with customers. Lucky for Ken, his first customer knew exactly what vehicle he wanted, and told Ken to take him straight to the business office! With that, Ken’s advice for anyone interested in entering this field is to remember that “not every day is a homerun.” If you stick to it, rewards will come.
In retirement, Ken and his wife, Brenda, plan on traveling a lot and spending more time with their grandchildren. Ken would like to thank all of his customers for their business over the years. Markquart would like to thank you, Ken, for all of your hard work and dedication, and we hope retirement is everything you hope for!
Make those selfies mean something this season with Toyota’s #Selflessie campaign! The campaign started on Giving Tuesday and continues through January 4. Toyota will donate $50 to the Boys and Girls Clubs of America for every photo on Instagram with the hashtag #selflessie.
According to @toyotausa’s Instagram bio, “Your #Selflessie must be in good taste and posted by 1/4/16 1159pmET.” Suggested posts include traditional selfies, group selfies, and selfies of you and your friends doing good such as volunteering.
The goal of this campaign was originally to raise $250,000, but thanks to its popularity, the #Selflessie campaign’s goal has been increased to $750,000! So, while you’re snapping selfies with family and friends this holiday season, don’t forget to make it a #selflessie!
The Chippewa Valley Free Clinic in Eau Claire and the Open Door Clinic of Chippewa Falls provide basic health services to members of our community with no reasonable health care alternative.
Since their openings, each clinic has seen the number of patients grow drastically year over year. They provide these patients with everything from exams and lab testing, to x-rays and specialty care.
Both clinics offer these services at no cost to the patients and aim to take the financial burden off people, so they don’t have to choose between putting dinner on the table and getting their health care needs met. Each clinic also strives to promote ideal health and prevent illness, disease, and disability within the Chippewa Valley.
Aside from basic health care, the clinics also offer assistance to those needing to sign up for marketplace insurance. For people with health care needs that can’t be met by the clinic, they are redirected to other resources in the Chippewa Valley.
Volunteers and donations from the public are what keeps both of these clinics running. Please visit their websites if you are interested in donating your time, talents, or money!
Submit Your Event to be Shared by Markquart Toyota
Markquart Toyota wants to help get the word out about your event! This can include sporting events, fundraisers, concerts, and more. If it’s an event open to the public, we’d like to share it on our website, Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ profiles!
Events can be held anywhere in the Chippewa Valley and should be family friendly. Simply submit your event to adachel@markquart.com at least three days prior with the following information.
- Subject Line: Name of the Event
- Date & time
- A short description
- A way to get more information: website or contact info
- Cost to enter
- A high-quality photo is requested for each event
From there, we will verify your event is appropriate to share, then schedule it to be posted on our social media channels. We have followers from all over west-central Wisconsin including Eau Claire, Chippewa Falls, Menomonie, Rice Lake, and more! So, if you want to raise more awareness for your fundraiser, concert, community walk, or any other event, submit it to Markquart today!
Redesigned 2016 Toyota Tacoma Overview
The redesigned Toyota Tacoma is a midsize truck that provides capability, comfort, and good looks so all of you adventurers out there don’t have to compromise.
There are five trim levels available: the bold SR, iconic SR5, athletic TRD Sport, highly-capable TRD Off-Road, and the luxurious Limited package. Each package has a slightly different grille to match its styling. The exterior is more chiseled with distinct hood lines and muscular fenders. The rear end has been refreshed with the embossed Tacoma logo on the tailgate and a new taillight design.
On the totally refined interior, you have the choice between the double cab and access cab. Standard features include a GoPro mount, backup camera, and more. Available features include dual zone climate control, push button start, Qi wireless charging, Entune Audio, and much more!
2016 Toyota Tacoma drivers can appreciate up to 6800 lbs in towing capacity, or 1440 of payload capacity thanks to the available 3.5l V6 direct injection engine which gets up to 278 horsepower and 265 lbs of torque. In addition, available trailer sway control, multi-terrain select, and hill start assist, allow you to truly customize your truck to your needs.
Don’t let the word “midsize” fool you. The Toyota Tacoma is a pickup ready for just about any adventure you can think of. Come see the selection of the redesigned Tacomas near Eau Claire at Markquart Toyota.
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