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El Paso, Texas, is home to multiple unique bakeries that specialize in providing tasty treats for the local community and surrounding areas. Check out this list of the best bakeries in El Paso. Bowie Bakery Located on South Park Street in El Paso's historic district, Bowie Bakery was established in 1951. Specializing in traditional Mexican pan dulce, the bakery is a local favorite. According to its website, Bowie Bakery has been recognized as the best traditional bakery in the El Paso area. The menu at Bowie Bakery includes a wide range of birthday cakes, wedding cakes, cupcakes, chocolate-covered strawberries, cookies, flan, and tarts. Guests have the option to customize cakes and cupcakes to suit any special occasion. more Bella Cora Bakery Open since 2012 in El Paso, Bella Cora Bakery is known for its delicious handmade pastries and sweets. Specializing in French-style pastries, the menu at Bella Cora includes a variety of fresh breads and pastries including scones, cookies, croissants, brownies, lemon bars, fruit tarts, cream puffs, macarons, and cakes. It's important to note that the chefs at Bella Cora switch up the menu items according to the season - so don’t miss out! Smallcakes El Paso Smallcakes El Paso is a locally-owned and family-operated bakery that specializes in tasty cupcakes and cookies. Items are baked fresh daily, and the menu features more than 275 recipes for sweets. With such a variety of baked goods on its menu, patrons have numerous dessert options to choose from for their special event. Guests have the opportunity to customize the cupcakes and cookies for particular occasions. Smallcakes also caters large group events. Additionally, for added convenience, delivery service is available daily for any baked goods. Orange Peel Orange Peel is a bakery located on North Mesa Street in El Paso that provides a variety of sweets and baked goods for the community. The menu at Orange Peel changes frequently, but typically includes a broad range of pastries, éclairs, brownies, linzers, macarons, cakes, puddings, tarts, wedding cakes, custom cakes, cupcakes, and pies. At Orange Peel, there are vegan, gluten-free, and sugar-free options available, depending on your preferences. The staff at Orange Peel request that any specialty order be placed with one week's notice. Simpler orders for cupcakes and other pastries can be ordered one to two days in advance. If you'd like to place an order, all you have to do is call the bakery. Sweet Life Bakery Located on Dyer Street in El Paso, Sweet Life Bakery prides itself on providing only the freshest sweets and baked goods to the El Paso community. The menu at Sweet Life Bakery includes a delicious variety of breads, traditional Mexican breads, pastries, and cakes that can be customized for any occasion. It's easy to place an order from Sweet Life Bakery by going online, by phone, or by visiting the bakery. Visit any of these bakeries in El Paso, Texas, today for a delightful and tasty treat. You'll be glad you did! Image via kurmanstaff | Licensed under CC BY 2.0

The arid, mountainous area around El Paso, Texas, is packed with trails for new hikers, experienced people, and experts who want to tackle the toughest paths. You can get some exercise, spend time outdoors in natural light, and see beautiful scenery! Here are some of the best places for hiking trails near El Paso. The El Paso Tin Mines Trail The 6.6-mile El Paso Tin Mines Trail is a relatively easy hike inside Franklin Mountains State Park. You can see desert wildflowers near the trail, and bird watching is popular there. This trail's highest elevation is 1,023 feet. It's perfect for families with kids, dogs, and you can go horseback or bike riding. There's no shade nearby, so you should bring plenty of water and use sunscreen. If you bring a flashlight and watch out for bats, you can explore the only tin mines in the United States. However, this part of the trail may be too difficult for young kids. more The Aztec Cave Trail This trail is also in Franklin Mountains State Park. It's only 1.2 miles long, but it could be difficult for many people. There's a steep incline leading to the cave, and most individuals take about two hours to make a round trip. The Aztec Cave Trail is mostly covered in gravel, and the view at its peak elevation of 5,559 feet is impressive. Benches near the trail give hikers plenty of places to rest, and you're likely to see a variety of wildlife. The Ron Coleman Trail The 7-mile Ron Coleman Trail stretches between two canyons, and it has lots of rugged terrain. The impressive rock faces nearby make it popular for climbers as well as experienced hikers. It's an ideal day hike as there are two caves nearby and the views are amazing. On a clear day, you can see three states and part of Mexico. The highest elevation is more than 3,000 feet, and you should be prepared for a challenging climb. If you get to the top of a jagged rock face, you can see The Window, a hole in the side of the mountain that gives you a great view of the east side of El Paso. Check the weather before you leave to avoid uncomfortably windy days, and remember to watch for roadrunners, golden hawks, and other wildlife. The North Mount Franklin Trail The North Mount Franklin Trail is one of the most challenging in the area. It covers 8 miles, and its elevation is 7,192 feet, the highest in the area. There are benches along the trail, and leashed dogs are allowed. At the top of the mountain, you can see an old radio tower. The trail is closed in bad weather. The trails around El Paso, Texas are ideal for fun hikes, seeing local plants and animals, and taking interesting photos. You can explore the area, learn more about the ecosystem, and stay in great shape without venturing too far from the city! Image via pixabay.com | Licensed under Pixabay License

Whether you're craving flautas stuffed with sirloin, a classic brisket in a corn tortilla, or a Paleo-friendly lettuce wrap filled with tofu and topped with orange sauce, El Paso, Texas, has great tacos for you to try! Some are more Tex-Mex, while others have a more distinctly Mexican flavor. Don't forget these spots at lunchtime or on your weekend nights out! Lulu's Cafe This cozy cafe opens at 8 a.m. every morning and closes at 6 p.m. every day except Sunday, when it shuts its doors at 2 p.m. For lunch and dinner, sample a range of traditional Mexican tacos, including the deshebrada taco, with savory marinated and seasoned slow-cooked beef. more If Lulu's has any peccadillos, those tiny flaws don't involve their picadillos. Picadillos are ground beef and potato tacos flavored with tomato sauce, and they make a great lunch. The cafe's lime green walls, colorful art, and small wooden tables contribute to a relaxed and comforting atmosphere. Mosey on over for lunch or an early dinner, and give Lulu's a go. TacoHolics Drive over to 1613 North Zaragoza Road for a Mexican-American treat at TacoHolics. You can choose a lettuce wrap or a corn or flour shell, pile on pork, tofu, chicken, or sirloin steak, and choose from a surprising range of sauces. Their orange sauce is both spicy and sweet, while their "Gringo" sauce features mild avocado. For traditional Mexican flair, pour on the red or green sauces and get delicious authentic flavor. The Little Shack Your El Paso spot for fish and shrimp tacos is The Little Shack, at 5360 Mesa Street. Their Fiesta taco features steak and shrimp with cheese, while their Baja taco mixes shrimp with bacon and Chorizo sausage. While fish soup, shrimp and crab cocktails, and ceviche make this taco spot very ocean-oriented, vegetarians will not go hungry – give their scrumptious veggie tacos a try! Chico's Tacos For a quick, savory bite late at night, head out to 1365 George Dieter Drive in El Paso. With plentiful cheese and sauce, and with fast food convenience and prices, Chico's is a favorite spot for crunchy comfort food at midnight. On Thursdays, they're open until 2 a.m., and their doors are open until 3 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Just don't forget your dollar bills, as this inexpensive El Paso taco spot doesn't take credit. Paco Taco Pull up to 900 Talbot Avenue in Canutillo, Texas, near El Paso, and see what fillings Paco Taco can put in your shell. Their famous Tacos Al Pastor feature spit-roasted meat, similar to gyros or kebabs. Paco Taco has a relaxed but vibrant atmosphere, with hot pink walls and glossy wooden tables and chairs. Plus, their usual hours of 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. suit all but the latest night owls and early birds as well. On Fridays and Saturdays, they stay open until 11 p.m. to please those out and about. Whether you're hungry for tacos late on a Saturday night, or looking for a lunch spot that caters to vegetarians, El Paso has something for everyone! With different meats, veggies, cheeses, sauces, and sides, you'll never grow bored of El Paso's favorite crisp and savory treat: the taco! Image via pixabay.com | Licensed under Pixabay License

The 2020 Toyota GR Supra coupe has a unique look and is built for speed. GR stands for Gazoo Racing, Toyota's racing team, and this car is an ideal choice if you’re searching for a thrilling drive. You can choose from three trim levels: 3.0, 3.0 Premium, or Launch Edition. Here are some of the best features of this enviable vehicle. Sleek, Eye-Catching Exterior The 2020 GR Supra looks fierce, agile, and powerful. It has a low profile, a long hood, a rear spoiler, and lots of curves for an aerodynamic design. Body-colored partitions divide the grille into three parts, and you'll get dual exhaust, 19-inch wheels, high-performance tires, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and heated auto-folding side mirrors with memory settings. The auto-leveling LED headlights make driving up or down hills easier, and you can choose the Launch Edition for red side mirrors. The 3.0 Premium and the Launch Edition come with red Brembo brake calipers. more Outstanding Performance This coupe's turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 engine generates 335 horsepower and 365 pound-feet of torque. It rushes from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.1 seconds, and its top speed is 155 mph. It has outstanding road grip and traction, so you can hug tight curves at a fast speed. The lightweight eight-speed automatic transmission has a manual mode, and the transmission itself is placed to maximize balance and maneuverability at high speeds. An advanced computer system helps the engine and transmission work together, and automatic start and stop conserves fuel by shutting off the engine and preventing idling in traffic. The variable suspension system scans road conditions thousands of times per second and adapts quickly to any changes, and you can choose Normal or Sport driving modes depending on your driving style. Sporty, Comfortable Interior The GR Supra's interior is as sleek and sporty as the exterior. The curved roof gives drivers plenty of headroom, even if they're wearing helmets while racing. The cockpit is designed for maximum visibility. This coupe comes with a variety of luxurious features, including black leather seats, console-mounted side knee padding for better comfort during tight turns, keyless entry, and an 8.8-inch, high-definition driver display. You'll also get a 14-way power driver's seat with memory settings, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with paddle shifters, a 10-speaker sound system, a 6.5-inch display for the console, and SiriusXM satellite radio. Advanced Features Other standard features include traction control, stability control, dual-zone automatic climate control, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a garage door opener, hill start assistance, and lane departure warning with steering assistance. You can choose a 12-speaker JBL audio system, an 8.8-inch touch screen, a head-up display, navigation, voice recognition, Apple CarPlay compatibility, heated seats, and wireless charging as well. Pick the Launch Edition for red leather seats. Visit Fox Toyota of El Paso to test drive the 2020 GR Supra for yourself. We offer an impressive inventory, and our knowledgeable staff will make sure you have a fun, stress-free buying experience. Image via toyota.com

Finding good seafood restaurants in El Paso, Texas, is a breeze! Whether you're looking for fried calamari, fish tacos, or lobster drenched in butter, there are plenty of places to go to satisfy your craving. Here are our picks for the best places to go for seafood in El Paso! Landry's Seafood House Landry's Seafood House at 6801 Gateway Blvd. West, offers fine dining in a relaxed atmosphere. They serve lunch, dinner, and to-go orders and have an extensive menu of Cajun-inspired dishes. You can start your meal with an appetizer, such as the blue crab cakes or shrimp cocktail, and then move on to either a bowl of clam chowder or Landry's special gumbo. Choose from a variety of sandwiches like their famous Louisiana-style oyster, shrimp, or fish po-boy. For your entree, enjoy cedar-planked salmon, crawfish etouffee, today's catch, or - for the meat lover - try a char-grilled steak. more Pelican's Seafood & Steaks Pelican's Seafood & Steaks is a local favorite for seafood, chicken, and steak dinners. Enjoy a glass of wine with your appetizer, like the oysters Rockefeller or mussels marinara. Enjoy Pelican's bottomless salad bowl or New England clam chowder before your entree. Try the tasty fresh rainbow trout, seared yellow-fin ahi tuna, or charbroiled scallops wrapped in bacon for your main dish. You can find Pelican's at 130 Shadow Mountain Dr. Little Shack With five locations, you'll always be close to one of El Paso's favorite seafood restaurants: Little Shack. This fun, beach-inspired restaurant serves up Mexican-style food such as red and green aquachilies, chicharron shrimp, fish or beef tacos, shrimp tostadas, and fish ceviche. On a warm evening, enjoy a refreshing Caesar salad with shrimp, or when there's a chill in the air, try the seafood soup. Tugboat Fish & Chips Tugboat Fish & Chips at 5501 Dyer St. Suite C, offers delicious seafood combinations like deep-fried fish and oysters or large plates with prawns, clams, scallops, oysters, and calamari. For dinner, choose your favorite kind of fish and how many pieces you want. All dinner orders come with Tugboat's homemade chips. If you're looking for sushi, Tugboat has lots of rolls to choose from. Mesa Street Grill Are you looking to take someone special out for a romantic seafood dinner? Then make a reservation at Mesa Street Grill. They have an extensive selection of wine from Texas, New Mexico, California, and around the world to accompany and compliment your meal. Start with an elegant appetizer, like the ceviche tower, and move to either a bowl of cream of green chile or steak soup; or enjoy a crisp salad before your main entree. Indulge in an Asian-inspired salmon dinner, the crab ravioli, or some spicy shrimp pasta. Save room for dessert and choose from the tiramisu or the creme brulee cheesecake. Mesa Street Grill also has a special lunch and brunch menu, and you can find them at 3800 N. Mesa St. Suite D1. When you want a fresh seafood meal in El Paso, try one of these suggestions to find your next favorite seafood restaurant! Image via pixabay.com | Licensed under Pixabay License

The 2020 Toyota Yaris is adaptable, reliable, and ideal for commuting. It's available as a hatchback or a sedan. With the hatchback, you can choose L or LE trim levels. The sedan comes in L, LE, and XLE trims. Here are some of the best features of this appealing vehicle. A Sleek, Attractive Exterior The 2020 Yaris has a futuristic look, half-moon-shaped angular headlights, a prominent grille, and an understated front bumper. It comes with a rear spoiler, LED daytime running lights, and halogen headlights. The sedan uses 15-inch wheels, and the hatchback has 16-inch wheels. Additional options include fog lights, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and heated power side mirrors with turn signals. Seven colors are available: Stealth, Pulse, Sapphire, Icicle, Graphite, Chromium, and Frost. more An Efficient Performance This car has a 1.5-liter, four-cylinder engine that produces 106 horsepower and 130 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed automatic transmission with overdrive capability comes standard, and a manual mode is optional. The independent suspension provides a smooth ride, and speed-sensing power steering improves your reaction time on the road. The 2020 Yaris has a wider wheelbase than previous models for better maneuverability, but it's still easy to park and drive down narrow streets. With a manual transmission, it can get 30 mpg in traffic and 39 mpg on the highway. With the automatic transmission, it gets 32 mpg in the city and 40 mpg on the open road. A Comfortable Interior The Yaris seats five people and it comes with a range of convenient features. You'll get two USB ports, folding rear seats, four cup holders, a 12-volt power outlet, keyless entry, a six-speaker sound system, and audio buttons for the steering wheel. Other standard features include voice recognition, a 7-inch touch screen, Android Auto and Apple Carplay compatibility, and SiriusXM satellite radio. You can add two additional USB ports, speed-sensitive volume control, audio and phone controls for the steering wheel, push-button start, and leather, synthetic leather, or vinyl seats. Navigation and chrome interior accents are available as well. The sedan comes with 13.49 cubic feet of cargo space, and the hatchback has 15.86 cubic feet of space. Excellent Safety The 2020 Toyota Yaris sedan and the hatchback come with sophisticated safety features to improve peace of mind for you and your passengers. You'll get a rearview camera, traction control, automatic puddle lighting to help you see the ground in dark parking lots, electronic stability control, forward collision warning, a first aid kit, automatic emergency braking, and braking assistance. Six airbags, a security system with an engine immobilizer, and a panic alarm come standard as well. The advanced front airbags can activate at different speeds for better protection from a variety of collisions. Toyota's maintenance plan includes scheduled maintenance for two years, or 25,000 miles, and 24-hour roadside assistance for two years with unlimited mileage. To learn more about the 2020 Yaris, schedule an appointment at FOX Toyota of El Paso today! We offer an expansive inventory, and our friendly staff is happy to answer all of your questions! Image via toyota.com

El Paso, Texas, is known for its desert temperatures and lack of water, making it hard to find a great fishing spot. However, if you do your research and are willing to drive a bit, you can find a few popular places in the area! The following are a few of the hidden fishing gems near El Paso. Ascarate Park The 48-acre Ascarate Lake is part of Ascarate Park in El Paso County and is the area's most popular fishing spot that's open to the public. While fishing here, you're likely to catch a variety of species like carp, bluegill, crappie, catfish, trout, black bass, shad, hybrid sunfish, sun perch, minnows, and largemouth bass. The park is open all year long. Its hours are 5:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. from April to September and 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. from October to March. more If you plan on checking out this local favorite, there are a few things you should know. Ascarate Park requires adults age 17 and older to have a fishing license. Anglers are only allowed two fishing poles each, and the daily catch limit is five fish per person. Hideaway Lakes Hideaway Lakes is a beautiful fishing spot located in Tornillo, Texas, just 40 minutes from El Paso. Hideaway Lakes is privately owned with several ponds full of catfish. A fishing license is not needed because the ponds are on private property, but you do have to purchase a Hideaway Lakes fishing permit. You can pay $15 for 11 hours, $30 for 23 hours, or $60 for 47 hours. Anglers are only allowed one fishing pole each, and there's a limit of three catfish per permit. You are not allowed to catch and release your catfish, so be prepared to take your fish home for cleaning; also, reservations are required. Hideaway Lakes closes on Tuesdays at 9 p.m. until Thursdays at 6 a.m. Aside from these days and hours, it's open for fishing 24 hours a day. Rio Grande River Trail There are great fishing spots all along the Rio Grande River with several access points throughout El Paso, including the Rio Grande River Trail. The 8.5-mile trail travels right along the river, giving shore fisherman multiple access points to roam along. The section of the river around El Paso is typically slow-moving and dirty, making it a great home for carp and catfish. Occasionally, fishermen will find some sunfish and largemouth bass in this area as well. New Mexico State Parks If you're willing to travel a bit, you'll find some of the best fishing places in New Mexico State Parks like Elephant Butte Lake State Park. Elephant Butte Lake is a rather large lake, making it perfect for both boat fishing and shore fishing. It's most commonly known for striped and white bass fishing; however, you can also expect to catch some catfish, walleye, and largemouth and smallmouth bass. Whether you're looking for a relaxing day on the shoreline or a fun day of fishing out on the water, El Paso has plenty of unexpected options for even the most experienced fishermen! Image via pixabay.com | Licensed under Pixabay License

If you're looking for an all-electric vehicle, consider the 2020 Toyota Mirai sedan. Its sleek design and minimal carbon footprint make it an appealing option for those looking for a stylish, eco-friendly car. Here are five things to know about the 2020 Toyota Mirai. Fuel-Cell Electric Vehicle The Mirai runs on a hydrogen-powered fuel-cell that powers an electric motor. Oxygen and hydrogen combine to create electricity that runs the motor. Excess power gets stored inside of a high-voltage 245-volt nickel-metal hydride battery located in the rear of the car. The car has two tanks that store hydrogen gas. Oxygen, which comes from the ambient air, mixes with the hydrogen, and the reaction of the two compounds creates electricity and water. The electricity powers the motor and the water, which is a by-product of the reaction, exits through the exhaust as water vapor. more Solid Driving Range and Quick to Refuel The electric motor that powers the Mirai produces 151 horsepower and 247 pound-feet of torque, which is sent to the one-speed direct-drive transmission and then to the front wheels. Because the Mirai runs on hydrogen gas and produces its own electricity from the fuel cell, it doesn't need to be plugged in to recharge. Instead, after driving for about 300 miles, the car needs a quick five-minute refueling at a station that offers hydrogen gas. The estimated gas mileage for the Mirai is 67 mpg when driving either in the city or on the highway. Safety Features The Mirai comes standard with the Toyota Safety Sense system which has a pre-collision warning with pedestrian detect, lane departure alert with steering assist, automatic high beams, and full-speed dynamic radar cruise control. Toyota's Star Safety System includes stability control, traction control, anti-lock brakes, electronic brake-force distribution, brake assist, and smart stop technology. In the event of a collision, sensors in the car close the hydrogen fuel tanks and automatically deactivate the high-voltage battery. Other available safety features include blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert and intelligent clearance sonars with rear cross-traffic automatic braking. Innovative Interior Technology The infotainment and connectivity system in the Mirai comes from Toyota's Entune System. The 7-inch touch screen and standard Wi-Fi hot spot keep you connected. Listen to music streamed through Bluetooth and your smartphone or through Sirius XM satellite radio on the premium 11-speaker JBL audio system. Navigation comes standard in the Mirai along with a 2.0 USB port and Siri Eyes Free with dynamic voice recognition. Comfortable Interior The Mirai seats four people and has 42.5 inches of front legroom, 38.5 inches of front headroom, 30.1 inches of rear legroom, and 36.8 inches of rear headroom. There are 12.8 cubic feet of cargo space to hold luggage and supplies. The multi-level heating for the driver's and both front and rear passenger's seats will keep everyone comfortable, and the rear ventilation ducts bring in fresh air for the back seat passengers. To learn more about the innovative 2020 Toyota Mirai, stop by Fox Toyota of El Paso today. Image via toyota.com

Finding good seafood restaurants in El Paso, Texas, is a breeze! Whether you're looking for fried calamari, fish tacos, or lobster drenched in butter, there are plenty of places to go to satisfy your craving. Here are our picks for the best places to go for seafood in El Paso. Landry's Seafood House Landry's Seafood House at 6801 Gateway Blvd. West, offers fine dining in a relaxed atmosphere. They serve lunch, dinner, and to-go orders and have an extensive menu of Cajun-inspired dishes. You can start your meal with an appetizer, such as the blue crab cakes or shrimp cocktail, and then move on to either a bowl of clam chowder or Landry's special gumbo. Choose from a variety of sandwiches like their famous Louisiana-style oyster, shrimp, or fish po-boy. For your entree, enjoy cedar-planked salmon, crawfish etouffee, today's catch, or, for the meat lover, try a char-grilled steak. more Pelican's Seafood & Steaks Pelican's Seafood & Steaks is a local favorite for seafood, chicken, and steak dinners. Enjoy a glass of wine with your appetizer, like the oysters Rockefeller or mussels marinara. Enjoy Pelican's bottomless salad bowl or New England clam chowder before your entree. Try the tasty fresh rainbow trout, seared yellow-fin ahi tuna, or charbroiled scallops wrapped in bacon for your main dish. You can find Pelican's at 130 Shadow Mountain Dr. Little Shack With five locations, you'll always be close to one of El Paso's favorite seafood restaurants, Little Shack. This fun, beach-inspired restaurant serves up Mexican-style food such as red and green aquachilies, chicharron shrimp, fish or beef tacos, shrimp tostadas, and fish ceviche. On a warm evening, enjoy a refreshing Caesar salad with shrimp, or when there's a chill in the air, try the seafood soup. Tugboat Fish & Chips Tugboat Fish & Chips at 5501 Dyer St. Suite C, offers delicious seafood combinations like deep-fried fish and oysters or large plates with prawns, oysters, clams, scallops, and calamari. For dinner, choose your favorite kind of fish and how many pieces you want. All dinner orders come with Tugboat's homemade chips. If you're looking for sushi, Tugboat has lots of rolls to choose from! Mesa Street Grill Are you looking to take someone special out for a romantic seafood dinner? Then make a reservation at Mesa Street Grill. They have an extensive selection of wine from Texas, New Mexico, California, and around the world to accompany and compliment your meal. Start with an elegant appetizer, like the ceviche tower, and move to either a bowl of cream of green chile or steak soup or enjoy a crisp salad before your main entree. Indulge in an Asian-inspired salmon dinner, the crab ravioli, or some spicy shrimp pasta. Save room for dessert and choose from the tiramisu or the creme brulee cheesecake. Mesa Street Grill also has a special lunch and brunch menu, and you can find them at 3800 N. Mesa St. Suite D1. When you want a fresh seafood meal in El Paso, try one of these suggestions to find your next favorite seafood restaurant! Image via pixabay.com | Licensed under Pixabay License

Whether you're looking for a subcompact sedan or hatchback, the 2020 Toyota Yaris is a solid choice! The Yaris handles well on the road, has a comfortable interior, and gets great gas mileage. Let's look at four features that make this sporty car so appealing! Solid Powertrain The sedan version of the Yaris offers three trims, the L, LR, and XLE, while the hatchback version has two trims, the LE and XLE. All trim levels feature a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine that delivers 106 horsepower with 103 pound-feet of torque. The L and LE trim levels pair the 1.5-liter engine to a six-speed manual transmission, while the XLE trim pairs it with a six-speed automatic transmission. more The Yaris has front-wheel drive which helps reduce the overall weight of the car and increases fuel economy. Because the engine sits directly over the front wheels, the Yaris has great traction on slippery or uneven terrain. Gas mileage for the L and LE trims is about 30 mpg in the city and 39 mpg on the highway, and the XLE trim gets about 32 mpg in the city and about 40 mpg when highway driving. Modern Interior Both the four-door sedan and the five-door hatchback have seating for five. With 86.7 cubic feet of total passenger volume, everyone will have plenty of room and feel comfortable. You'll also have loads of space for luggage or cargo, as the sedan has 14 cubic feet of cargo space and the hatchback has 16 cubic feet of cargo space. The infotainment system is user-friendly and comes standard with a 7-inch touch screen, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, six-speakers, and an auxiliary audio input jack. Available options include SiriusXM satellite radio and two USB ports. Handles Well Because the Yaris only weighs 2,400 pounds, it handles well and reacts quickly. You'll experience a soft ride due to the torsion-beam rear axle that is attached to the rear wheels. Under load, the beam twists slightly to help stabilize the vehicle, and during side-to-side movement, the torsion beam remains rigid which helps to prevent the car from rolling. The six-speed manual transmission makes driving the Yaris interactive, while the six-speed automatic transmission makes shifting seamless. Driver-Assist and Safety Features Standard on the 2020 Yaris is the Toyota Safety Sense System which includes dynamic stability control, traction control, electronic brake-force distribution, and anti-lock brakes. For more safety features, the Yaris comes with the Toyota pre-collision system. The system uses an in-vehicle camera that has a laser to create a low-speed forward-collision warning system. The brake-assist system automatically applies the brakes if it detects the driver isn't slowing down enough or braking sufficiently. Other safety features include six airbags, three-point seatbelts for all seating positions, LATCH anchors on outboard rear seats, and a tire pressure monitoring system. The 2020 Toyota Yaris is an attractive car for those looking for an affordable and reliable vehicle. If you want to learn more about the 2020 Toyota Yaris or take one for a test drive, stop by Fox Toyota of El Paso today! Image via toyota.com

El Paso, Texas, lies on the banks of the Rio Grande in the far western corner of Texas. It's a colorful and bustling city that features a rugged yet beautiful desert landscape, as well as a rich historical and cultural heritage. Visitors are spoiled for choice when it comes to interesting landmarks to visit in this city! Check out these options. Hueco Tanks State Park & Historic Site If you enjoy hiking through beautiful natural scenery, a visit to Hueco Tanks State Park is the perfect way to spend a few hours. This natural historic site, which is located about 32 miles northeast of El Paso, consists of low mountains that contain many rock basins where rainwater is naturally stored. For thousands of years, people flocked here to collect this rainwater and one can get a glimpse of the rich history of this desert sanctuary through the many rock paintings in the area. more The park is an excellent spot for birdwatching, as it's home to several bird species, including the prairie falcon, lesser goldfinch,  and black-chinned hummingbird. The area is also one of the top spots in the world for bouldering and is visited by thousands of climbers from all over the world annually. In addition, the park offers multiple picnic spots with shade shelters and well-equipped camping sites. Centennial Museum and Chihuahuan Desert Gardens Founded in 1936 to celebrate the centenary of Texas's independence, the Centennial Museum is the oldest museum in El Paso. It boasts permanent and rotating exhibits that focus on the cultural and natural heritage of the Chihuahuan Desert region, including archeological treasures like a collection of Casas Grandes pottery. The Chihuahuan Desert Gardens, which is on the museum's grounds, is home to over 800 plant species that are either native or have adapted well to the desert. These plants are grown and displayed in various "theme" gardens, where visitors can learn how to use them in their landscaping projects to conserve water. Annually, the museum hosts the FloraFEST, where patrons can chat with master gardeners and horticulturalists and buy native plants that are not commonly sold in nurseries. The Plaza Theatre The Plaza Theatre in El Paso was constructed in 1830 and is today a National Historic Building of Significance. The building was constructed in the Spanish Colonial Revival architectural style and boasts beautiful mosaic-tiled floors, painted ceilings, and antique furniture. The main hall, which can seat up to 2,050 people, features a star-lit ceiling to provide the illusion that guests are seated in a Spanish courtyard. Apart from this hall, the theater also boasts the 200-seat Philanthropy Theater and the Alcantar Sky Garden, where patrons can host private receptions. Over the years, locals and visitors have been treated to a wide variety of live entertainment at the Plaza Theatre, including popular Broadway productions and live music shows by some of the greats in the country music scene. Whether you enjoy recreational activities in and around natural sites, are interested to learn about the area's cultural and natural history, or would like to view a Broadway production in a gorgeous historic building, El Paso is home to many intriguing and beautiful landmarks that are sure to be of interest! Image via pixabay.com | Licensed under Pixabay License

Toyota makes safe, reliable, and dependable vehicles. While all of these features are important to drivers, sometimes luxury is also a consideration when searching for the right car. In fact, Toyota has several luxury cars in their lineup that are equipped with stunning interiors, exceptional technology, and infotainment to make your drive more fun! Check out three of Toyota's best luxury cars for 2020. Avalon There are eight Avalon models to choose from, so you're sure to get one that has exactly the luxurious features you're looking for. Starting at the base XLE trim level, you get features such as a 9-inch touch screen, a 60/40 split-folding rear seat, Apple CarPlay integration, and the Toyota Safety Sense P suite of safety features. At the highest trim level, Limited, you gain features like heated and ventilated front seats, LED headlights, and a premium audio system with 14 speakers. more It has a starting MSRP of $35,875, and you'll enjoy an EPA-estimated 22 mpg when driving in the city and up to 32 mpg on the highway. To customize the look of your Avalon, choose one of the beautiful exterior colors, like Wind Chill Pearl, Opulent Amber, Ruby Flare Pearl, or Supersonic Red. Prius Prime One glance at the Prius Prime and you'll know you're in for a luxurious ride. It comes in three trim levels: LE, XLE, and Limited. The futuristic interior and its incredible range make the Prius Prime an appealing option for eco-friendly drivers who want a refined car to get them around town. When using both the gas and electric motors, you can get up to 133 MPGe. Add in incredible features like a smart key system with push-button start, a remote A/C system, a 60/40 split-fold rear seat, an optional 11.6-inch infotainment screen, and the Toyota Safety Sense P suite of safety technologies. All of this fuel efficiency and luxury is available for a starting MSRP of only $27,900. Mirai The 2020 Toyota Mirai uses new fuel cell technology to power this luxurious vehicle. Its power comes from hydrogen and only emits water rather than CO2, and it can get an estimated 67 mpg. This innovative vehicle doesn't skimp on high-tech features inside either. Seats are SofTex trimmed and heated, and the intuitive infotainment system is user-friendly. With Qi-compatible wireless charging standard, you won't have to worry about messy cords getting tangled in your vehicle anymore. For passengers' added convenience and comfort, the rear seat center console comes with cup holders. The Mirai also comes with many standard safety features so you can feel safe and confident behind the wheel. Some of these safety features are lane departure alert with steering assist and road edge detection, automatic high beams, and dynamic radar cruise control. When you want to drive a luxury vehicle, take a look at what's in Toyota's lineup this year! At Fox Toyota of El Paso, we have a large selection for you to choose from. Schedule an appointment to come on in and take one for a test drive today! Image via toyota.com