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Within the engine of your Toyota is an assortment of different fluids that fill a range of needs to help ensure the smooth function and lifespan of your vehicle's engine. One of the most important fluids typically comes in red or green and that is your transmission fluid. The type, and color, of your engine's transmission fluid will be listed in a section of your owner's manual but can also be determined by taking your vehicle to a dealership and ensuring that the correct fluid and procedure is used when a fluid change occurs.

What sets the service team at Dick Poe Toyota apart from the competition? It starts with our legacy of quality, reliability and value.

Hydroplaning is a frightening thing. One minute you're driving along, and the road may not even seem excessively wet, when suddenly you lose traction and enter a skid.

Why does this happen?

When water comes between the rubber of your tires and the pavement, you lose control. Normally, your vehicle's tread acts like channels, giving water a path to escape so it does not become trapped under the tire. However, this channeling ability is based on tread depth.

In very deep water, you need deeper tread to handle the volume. However, even in shallow water you can start…