Under the Hood of Cars in Parenthood

The motorcycle of your youth doesn’t have much in terms of child safety locks and high chairs; there is no step in that muscle car for mom or grandma to use to climb in; there is absolutely no room in the trunk for a walker or stroller.

You have entered the early stages of a rare form of adult hood. It calls for a vehicle able to accommodate your growing nuclear unit.

Alas, you are in need of the proverbial good family car from Autoland.

This is a concept that can often be fraught with concern and confusion. It may look like an unfathomable mountain to climb in the not-so-distant hike of life.

First things first, do not fret. Before you even begin looking at any cars, consider the following:

How big is your family 
Whether you have a gaggle of kids in tow, parents that need close attention and support, or other family that you are responsible for, it is necessary to make sure your vehicle is able to accommodate all different forms of passengers.

Family cars - and their occupants - come in a variety of different shapes, sizes, ages, ailments, and the like.

Knowing all of this will help determine:
What size car you need - a larger family might be looking at a minivan or an SUV. A smaller sized family might be looking at a sedan, or a station wagon for some extra room.

Once you know the sized car you’re looking for -

Have a budget set
Know your price options. This will keep you on task and focused. This also allows you a stress free lens through which to view cars that are both

New and Used
Our NJ Toyota dealership provides you with tons of benefits regardless of whether you decide to purchase a used or brand new vehicle.

Used cars have wear and tear but will have a ton of information available. Reviews and ratings on how they run and mechanics that are familiar with them will be plentiful.

Safety Ratings 
When looking to purchase a family vehicle, safety is always a necessity. Take the time to research safety ratings, child safety, air bags, and crash tests.

Accessories 
Do you want movies to play in the back seat for long road trips? How about removable chairs to make room for all sorts of storage? Think about it and then - Make a check list Decide what you are looking for. Know what you want and know what you need to get you where you’re going.