Toyota always puts its customers first, which means safety is a big priority when releasing new models to the public. As part of Toyota’s ongoing mission to offer the safest vehicles possible and stay at the forefront of innovation, they’ve implemented a variety of new safety features in their latest releases. Here, we’ll go on a deep dive into a few of the most exciting new features available, including what Toyota Safety Connect is and how to set it up. We’ll also take a look at accompanying safety features that will add even more peace of mind to every drive.
Key Features of Toyota Safety Connect
Toyota Safety Connect is a suite of advanced safety features that add an extra layer of protection for you and your passengers while you’re on the road and even when you’re nowhere near your car. Here are some closer details about everything you’ll get when you subscribe to Toyota Safety Connect:
Emergency Assistance Button
Accidents happen, and when you experience an emergency while on the road, you want a rapid response that ensures you and everyone else involved can get the attention they need. That’s where the Emergency Assistance button comes in. By pressing this button, you’ll connect immediately with a live response center, which is always available. This means you can get emergency services and medical attention no matter the time of day or where you are. Access to quick services can make all the difference after an accident, especially a collision that causes significant damage.
Enhanced Roadside Assistance
Roadside assistance has never been so accessible as it is with Toyota Safety Connect. Using the same button you push to call emergency assistance, you can instantly call for roadside assistance to meet you wherever you are. Whether you’ve gotten into an accident or are experiencing a mechanical breakdown, Enhanced Roadside Assistance allows you to get help fast and get back on your way.
Stolen Vehicle Locator
Few things are more stressful than walking out to discover that your car has been stolen. However, if you have Toyota Safety Connect, there are a few ways you can make the situation a little easier to handle.
To use the Stolen Vehicle Locator services, your first step is to go to your local police station and file an official police report. Once this is complete, you can contact Toyota’s response center, available 24/7, and let them know what happened. The Toyota response team will then work along with local police to find your car by accessing cutting-edge GPS technology that will give them the live location of the vehicle. While it used to be almost impossible to imagine finding a stolen car in the past, Toyota Safety Connect makes it possible and simpler than you could imagine.
Automatic Collision Notification
One of the most important aspects of Toyota Safety Connect is that help is always there, as shown with the Automatic Collision Notification. Toyota’s response centers are open 24/7, and they get a notification automatically whenever a Toyota vehicle equipped with this service deploys its airbags or gets rear-ended. After calling to talk to the driver, a response center agent will call whatever emergency services are needed without the driver having to lift a finger.
How To Set Up Toyota Safety Connect
Setting up your Toyota Safety Connect services is as easy as scrolling the web. All you need to do is install the Toyota app on your phone from either the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store. Next, create a Toyota Owners Account account and add your vehicle by tapping the “Add Vehicle” button and inputting your car’s VIN. Don’t forget to choose Longo Toyota of Prosper as your preferred dealer, and you’ll get a free trial. As soon as you log into your account and activate your Toyota Safety Connect services, you’ll be good to go.
Before your free trial ends, set up a subscription through the app to keep your services active. You’ll also want to update your app regularly so you can always access the newest perks and services in Toyota Safety Connect.
Even More New Toyota Safety Features
When you activate Toyota Safety Connect, you’ll feel safer than ever, but there are more features you can add to enhance your drive. If you want more than the basic services, you can choose from optional add-ons like Integrated Streaming and Drive Connect. With Integrated Streaming, you’ll be able to connect your Amazon Music and Apple Music accounts to your car and tune in to your favorite music or podcasts with ease. Drive Connect helps keep you safe by offering updated navigation and a virtual assistant as well as live-agent navigation assistance when you need extra help.
Aside from connected services, many Toyota models come equipped with Toyota Safety Sense. This is a suite of features that do much of the work for you in terms of staying safe while you drive. There are several driver-assist technologies included, like a pre-collision system with pedestrian detection that alerts you when a hazard is about to cross your path.
Other advanced safety features in Toyota Safety Sense include dynamic radar cruise control, lane tracing assist, and lane departure alert with steering assist, all of which can be especially helpful while cruising the highway. Typically, you’ll even get automatic high beams and road sign assist.
Test Out Toyota Safety Connect at Longo Toyota of Prosper
Toyota Safety Connect is only one of the many cutting-edge technologies that the brand uses to make innovative cars that protect you, your passengers, and your surroundings. When you’re in the market for a new vehicle, visit us at Longo Toyota of Prosper to test out the power of Toyota Safety Connect and other Toyota safety features for yourself. If you need extra help setting up Toyota Safety Connect in your new Toyota or notice an issue with one of the features, make an appointment at our service center. Our team of experts will be happy to help.
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