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Agricultural educator honored for winning Region I award
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he Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) has announced that Kristina Guttadora of Allentown, a horticulture teacher at the Monmouth County Career Center in Freehold Township, is the 2020 ACTE Region I Teacher of the Year and was one of five finalists for the 2020 national honor. The award recognizes CTE teachers who have made significant contributions toward innovative and unique career and technical education programs and shown a professional commitment early in their careers, according to a press release from the New Jersey Department of Agriculture. “I love being in the classroom and playing a part in supporting students and assisting them in reaching their academic goals,” said Guttadora, who is the FFA adviser at the Monmouth County Vocational School. “To be the Region I Teacher of the Year is a great honor and to be considered for the national award is very exciting. The support of the administration and the staff have provided me with the necessary tools for success,” she said. Guttadora received her bachelor of science degree in plant science at Rutgers University and her master’s degree in agricultural education from North Carolina State University, according to the press release. She worked as a high school agricultural educator and FFA adviser in Freehold Township High School for 10 years, while staying actively engaged in the National Association for Agricultural Educators. She attended regional conferences and was selected for the Teacher Turn the Key and Outstanding Young Teacher award. From 2007-09, Guttadora served as the New Jersey Agricultural Association of Educators president, according to the press release. “Ms. Guttadora is a tremendous asset to our teaching staff here at the Monmouth County Career Center,” Principal Nathan Kraemer said. “She provides a wealth of
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experience and knowledge and those qualities, along with her enthusiasm, have created an inspirational learning atmosphere that puts our students in an excellent position to succeed and realize their potential.”
In 2011, Guttadora shifted her career direction to serve as the executive director of the New Jersey Agricultural Society, where she supervised the Farmers Against Hunger, Agricultural Leadership and
Learning through Gardening programs. During her time in that position, Guttadora connected FFA chapters to volunteer opportunities with the organization. This career change enabled Guttadora to broaden her understanding of the industry and make professional connections throughout the state, according to the press release. She returned to teaching horticulture in 2017 at the Monmouth County Career Center, where she networks to strengthen career and technical education and provide greater employment to her students. “Kristina is well known and respected in the agricultural community in New Jersey,” New Jersey Department of Agriculture Secretary Douglas H. Fisher said. “She is very deserving to have her efforts recognized on the regional and national levels.” The Monmouth County Career Center’s horticultural program allows students to receive hands-on experience pertaining to floriculture, landscaping and turf management, according to the press release. The school operates a working floral and garden shop that is open to the public where students sell crops and products that are grown in the greenhouse and created in class. Customer orders are filled for special events and holidays and provide the students with the opportunity to gain retail and agricultural business skills, according to the press release. Students are taught golf course and landscape management techniques and receive live work experience on the school’s par three golf hole and the 12 acres of property on site. In both programs, the students learn plant and cut-flower identification, pest management, fertilizer applications and cultural techniques. The co-curricular organization FFA plays a major part of teaching students the skills they need to be successful in agriculture and other related careers, according to the press release.
“To be the Region I Teacher of the Year is a great honor and to be considered for the national award is very exciting. The support of the administration and the staff have provided me with the necessary tools for success.” — Kristina Guttadora
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Get outside and embrace ‘friluftsliv’ this winter
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riluftsliv might be a hard word to pronounce, but it is a concept to embrace this winter amid the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic. Meaning “open-air life” in Norwegian, friluftsliv (pronounced free-loofts-liv) is deeply ingrained in Nordic culture. Scandinavians are renowned for their love of the outdoors, no matter the season or weather. There’s even a popular saying: “There is no bad weather, only bad clothes.” At Scandinavian latitudes, where winter means scarce daylight and frigid temperatures, friluftsliv is an incredibly helpful attitude. Why not try it out this winter for the sake of our health and sanity? After the first COVID outbreak this past spring, socializing outside with friends and family became a way of life for many. It was easy in the warm months to spend leisurely hours walking with friends, hanging out at parks and beaches, and dining outdoors. But as winter’s chill sets in, a different mindset is needed to avoid either spending the next several months in isolation or spreading COVID-19 at indoor gatherings. Friluftsliv is all about connecting with nature, either alone or socially. Numerous studies have shown that time spent outdoors boosts physical and mental health.
A 2019 study published in the journal outdoor gear makes great holiday gifts for “Nature” found that spending just two those who will be joining you outside; hours a week in natural environments like • Look for new parks, forests and trails parks or green spaces increases happiness to explore with friends. Hiking is great in and feelings of well-being. cold weather and many hikers prefer it to “According to United Nations listings, the hot, humid conditions of summer. You Scandinavian countries consistently rank will warm up quickly once you start movas the happiest countries on Earth,” points ing, so make sure to dress in layers. out Oliver Luke Delorie, author of the This state we’re in has an incredible book “Friluftsliv: Reconnect with Nature,” variety of trails in all regions and for all published earlier this year. ability levels. And without leaves on trees, Friluftsliv is not limited to hard-core you will get better views of birds, wildlife outdoor activities like and scenery. winter camping in the • Summer is not the GUEST COLUMN backwoods, snowshoeing only time to visit the beach. • in deep powder, or gliding New Jersey’s beaches – across a frozen fjord. 130 miles of them, all MICHELE S. BYERS It’s a lifestyle choice nearly empty in winter – of enjoying moments outare great for walking. doors. Think lunchtime strolls with friends, As a bonus, you will get soothing bicycling around town, or bundling up and views of breaking waves and may be lucky enjoying a steaming mug of cocoa in the enough to spot diving winter birds like snow. loons and gannets, and marine mammals The Norwegians even have a special like whales, dolphins and seals. word, utepils, for drinking a beer outdoors! • Make the outdoors the center of your Here are some ideas for getting into the social life. After warming up with a brisk spirit of friluftsliv this winter: walk, enjoy an outdoor picnic where it’s • Dress for the weather, because you easy to avoid ants, flies and mosquitoes. If won’t have fun if you are cold and wet. local lakes and ponds freeze over, organize Wear essentials like a warm parka, wool a skating party. hat, snow-proof boots, longjohns and inIf it snows, try sledding or cross-counsulated gloves or mittens. By the way, try skiing … or have a snowman build-
ing contest. Toast marshmallows around a campfire, just as you would in summer. Remember to wear a mask and keep socially distanced. An added bonus: a face mask helps keep your face from freezing! • If you have a yard, deck or patio, prep your outdoor spaces for winter entertaining. This would be the year to invest in improvements to extend the outdoor season, such as patio heaters, fire pits, warm seat cushions, blankets and hand warmers. • If you are interested in meeting new people or going on guided adventures, consider joining an outdoor club. Organizations like the Appalachian Mountain Club of New York-North Jersey and the Outdoor Club of South Jersey offer hikes and events in all seasons – all subject to COVID-19 precautions. The state parks system also sponsors walks, hikes and events year round – see its calendar at https://www.state.nj.us/dep/ parksandforests/calendar/index.html • Check out conservation groups in your area for hikes and other events. Connect with nature this winter for your health and happiness.
Michele S. Byers is the executive director of the New Jersey Conservation Foundation, Far Hills.
Outdoor therapy veterans legislation signed into law
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egislation authored by U.S. Congressman Chris Smith (R-NJ) to help veterans of the armed forces heal through outdoor recreational therapy has been signed into law by President Donald Trump. Smith’s bipartisan Accelerating Veterans Recovery Outdoors Act, which was endorsed by more than 120 veteran service organizations, outdoor recreation groups and conservation organizations, will provide increased access to federal lands for the purposes of veterans’ medical recovery therapy, according to a press release from the congressman’s office. Smith’s bill, which was cosponsored by 136 bipartisan lawmakers, was included in a package of veterans’ legislation, the Veterans’ COMPACT Act, which passed unanimously in the House of Representatives in September and was passed unanimously by the Senate in November. Trump recently signed the legislation into law. “Research has shown that outdoor recreation can be an effective form of treatment, rehabilitation and healing for
veterans,” said Smith, who is the author of the Veterans Health Programs Improvement Act and 13 other veterans laws. “While many nonprofit organizations, veteran service organizations and private companies have used the outdoors to help heroes heal, providing greater coordination among key federal agencies will open new opportunities for veterans on public lands and other outdoor spaces,” said Smith, who has twice served as chair of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee. The new law will require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish an interagency task force on the use of public lands to provide medical treatment and therapy to veterans through outdoor recreation, according to the press release. After undertaking a comprehensive analysis, the task force will submit recommendations to Congress, within one year, on how to eliminate barriers and provide more public outdoor space for use by the nation’s veterans.
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According to the Department of Veterans Affairs’ National Center for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), between 11% and 20% of veterans who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, 12% of those who served in Desert Storm have PTSD in a given year, and 30% of those who served in Vietnam, will have had PTSD in their lifetime. According to the press release, during House debate, Smith recounted how one combat wounded veteran who served in Iraq and was suffering from severe depression, anxiety and PTSD responded to outdoor therapy. Smith said the veteran made three visits to Veterans Administration psychiatric wards and a substance abuse rehabilitation facility, but said it was a backpacking trip led by the Sierra Club that changed his perspective. Smith quoted the veteran’s own words: “When the depression, anxiety and everything else that comes with PTSD creeps back into my life, I know just what to do: Strap on a pack and get outside.’’
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Create Your Future, Acknowledge Your Past By Paul Hall
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veryone has a story — where they grew up, the family and friends who shaped their life, and the experiences that were unique to themselves. Some run from the past, others embrace all they are about, while most people do a combination of both. But everyone has a history. Hillbilly Elegy tells one man’s history and the influence it had on shaping his life. As a child, J.D. Vance (Gabriel Basso) longed for more of Kentucky country living. Having lived in Ohio for most of his life, he enjoyed his vacation time there, and it didn’t matter if he was ever really accepted among the others of the community. Acceptance plays a major part in J.D.’s story. As he progresses from Ohio State to Yale, he attempts to better himself and struggles with societal class conventions. It seems that he has to fight to fit in
everywhere. Even at an interview dinner for a prestigious summer position, he gets pulled back into his old life by his sister Lindsay (Haley Bennett). It seems his mom, Bev (Amy Adams), has relapsed and is in need of assistance. Lindsay is overwhelmed by her own life and needs the stability J.D. brings to help the family climb out of this mess. Despite Bev’s struggles, Lindsay and J.D. love their mother and have always done anything for her. As director Ron Howard tells J.D.’s story, we meet a boy who adores the women in his life in spite of past transgressions. He knows he is loved by his mom, sister and grandmother Mamaw (Glenn Close). Even his current girlfriend Usha (Freida Pinto) loves the man who is always giving of himself, but he struggles to be accepted by everyone else. He’s proud of who he’s become and he’s proud of his family. His experiences, no matter how foreign to some, are reality. A reality he has accepted. Hillbilly Elegy is a tough watch. It’s a slice-of-life film that isn’t pleasant for many individuals. Yet, Elegy is reality for so many others. Close is unrecognizable as Mamaw and delivers in a role that differs from her career to this point. Adams breaks your heart as the mother who delivers love and disgust in a snap. Much of the awards chatter will land with Adams and Close and their performances, but I found myself drawn to Basso and Bennett as kids who are trying to do the best by their mom in spite of the past. They portray survivors, and their story is not clean and easy with never a problem or challenge to overcome. They don’t want to leave their past behind, but
they do want to rise above for the future. In writing about this film and viewing it a second time, I like it more than I did after the first go-around. This “day in the life” film isn’t filled with glitz and glimmer; it’s tough to relive, tough to stomach and tough for many to understand. Not everyone arrives at the same conclusion from taking an identical path. Our journeys are as varied as we are, our stories have good and bad alike, and our lives are always moving, whether we like it or not. Take your walk, experience your life and grow. Use your gifts to create your future as J.D. did, but don’t forget to acknowledge your past. Paul’s Grade: B Hillbilly Elegy Rated R Stars: Amy Adams, Glenn Close, Gabriel Basso, Haley Bennett, Freida Pinto Director: Ron Howard
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Joel Whitburn Could He Hold The Greatest & Most Complete Music Collection Ever? By Barb Oates, ReMIND Magazine
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hen Joel Whitburn was just 9 or 10, he would cycle through his parents’ stack of 78s sitting in front of their Motorola, melting to the music of Doris Day, Tony Bennett and Johnnie Ray’s “Cry.� Out of the six children growing up in the Whitburn family during the mid ’50s, Joel was the family’s most passionate collector. “By the time I was a teenager, 45s were coming into vogue. I started collecting those one at a time,� Joel tells. “If we’d go shopping or were at a big department store downtown in Milwaukee, like
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“I’m the oldest, longest-living licensing in the history of Billboard. Longer than the American Top 40 or all the other companies that tried to use their products,â€? Joel tells. Joel and his company rely on all original source material to compile their books. “I collected every record and every album that ever charted. I have that now in my library, from 1940 — when there was a little ďŹ rst Top 10 chart — right through today,â€? Joel says. “We have the ďŹ rst albums, which are in booklets made up of 78s, we have all the early albums of Nat King Cole and all the jazz. All the soundtracks from back in the late ’40s, we have all the originals. “... I remember when we were trying to ďŹ nish collecting the Hot 100 — every record that made the pop charts — and had it narrowed down to I think maybe 40 or 50 that I needed, then 20, then 10, and there was ďŹ nally one record I didn’t have and that was ‘Girl in My Dreams’ by the Capris. “[After advertising for it], a person in Pennsylvania wrote that they had the record and wanted $25 for it. I immediately sent a check. ‌ And that completed my having every record at that time,â€? he says. And he hasn’t stopped since, expanding his collection beyond pop to every charted country, R&B, Bubbling Under (hits that fell in the 101 to 125 range) and adult contemporary record, as well as uncharted albums, picture sleeves (he’s credited for having the greatest and most complete collection known) and more. And speaking of picture sleeves, there’s a guy in New York who has been after his “Ruby Duby Duâ€? by Tobin Matthews. “He offered me $2,000, then he offered me $5,000 and recently sent me another note upping the offer to $7,500 for the sleeve that I have from the ’60s. ‌ I’m not willing to sell it at any price,â€? Joel says. Now age 80, Joel is still working at Record Research (it’s their 50th anniversary) and living in his hometown of Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. He is widely recognized as the most authoritative historian on charted music. You can keep up with him at recordresearch.com
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airy godmothers have lost their place in the world. There are very few new recruits, but Eleanor (Jillian Bell) still dreams of joining their ranks. Still, godmother classes have not been kind to her youthful exuberance, and the requests for the service of fairy godmothers everywhere have been waning. When Eleanor discovers the request of a 10-year-old girl, she takes the initiative and heads to America from the Motherland (home of the godmothers) in an attempt to prove her worth. She soon discovers Mackenzie (Isla Fisher) is no longer a young girl, and, in fact, is a single mother of two girls. The players may have changed, but Eleanor still needs to work toward “happily ever after” not only to prove that she is worthy of being a fairy godmother, but also to reassure her teacher, Moira (Jane Curtin),
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that all fairy godmothers are worthy. What is happiness, and do you need a prince for a modern happily ever after? Godmothered will not win Best Picture. I know, bold statement, right? But, Godmothered may inspire those who need inspiration, as it is a film in the vein of classic Disney titles that draw on our need
to smile. And with a Christmas wrapping around it, Godmothered presents a film that adds to the holiday movie mix in not only messaging, but also songs and visuals to get you tapping your toes. Fisher and Bell work so well together and give us a lovely PG-rated romp. As Bell plays into the youthful innocence of the Eleanor character, Fisher digs in for the long haul portraying the life of an overworked single mother who is trying to overcome her past and be the grownup in the room. Jillian Shea Spaeder has a breakout role as the anxiety-laden Jane, who is loaded with talent but still needs a boost. And who can question June Squibb as Agnes (Eleanor’s roommate) alongside the amazing Curtin? All of this talent, along with a pleasant script that allows everyone to have a good time, makes Godmothered a surefire win with young and old alike. It will prove motivating for young girls and women, and be just plain fun for all. With a tough 2020 heading to the rearview mirror, we all deserve to be happy. In fact, I’d happily accept my own fairy godmother if anyone wants to apply. Life is hard — Godmothered is here to help. Paul’s Grade: B Godmothered Rated PG Stars: Isla Fisher, Jillian Bell, June Squibb, Jane Curtin Director: Sharon Maguire
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Supt. hoping for students’ Allentown receives state return to schools in Jan. grant for sidewalk repairs By MATTHEW SOCKOL Staff Writer
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tudents in the Upper Freehold Regional School District’s three buildings will receive fully remote instruction for the remainder of December and may return to a hybrid model of instruction on Jan. 11. On Dec. 4, Superintendent of Schools Mark Guterl announced the district’s decision to use 100% remote instruction until at least Jan. 11. During the 2020-21 school year, because of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, many students had been receiving their education in a hybrid model that combines in-person instruction and remote instruction. Two cohorts of students had been attending school on alternating days. Some students have only been receiving remote instruction if their parents selected that option at the beginning of the school year. All students began receiving 100% remote instruction on Nov. 22 after an Allentown High School student and a Stone Bridge Middle School teacher tested positive for coronavirus, according to Guterl. In a notice released by Guterl the same day, he said that the fully remote educational instruction would continue for at least two weeks, with a potential physical
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outstanding roads. This is the largest municipal aid grant Allentown has ever been awarded and it was the second largest grant awarded to a municipality in Monmouth County this year (Asbury Park received the most at $484,000), according to municipal officials. “The Roberts Engineering Group did a great job securing this sidewalk grant for us. It really helps out the taxpayers to get a grant like that. We will begin the process of evaluating areas of the borough that are in need of repair,” Borough Council President Rob Strovinsky said. In regular business during a recent council meeting, the members of the governing body accepted Mark Jasionowski’s resignation from the Board of Recreation Commissioners. Jasionowski’s term was due to expire on Dec. 31. Eileen Kuzma, who had been serving in the board’s Alternate No. 1 position, was named a regular member of the board. Kuzma’s term will expire on Dec. 31. Robert H. Schmitt Jr., who had been serving in the board’s Alternate No. 2 position, was moved to the Alternate No. 1 position. Schmitt’s term will expire on Dec. 31, 2024. Kelly Owens was appointed by Mayor Thomas Fritts to join the board in the Alternate No. 2 position. Owens’ term will expire on Dec. 31, 2024. Examiner Managing Editor Mark Rosman contributed to this article.
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The Allentown Village Initiative (TAVI) will present the 2020 “Great Christmas Light Driving Tour” for Allentown and Upper Freehold Township. Residents are invited to register their decorated home at the TAVI website for inclusion in an online map of decorated homes in the area. The map has been posted on the TAVI website and will be updated throughout the month, according to a press release. The Great Christmas Light Driving Tour is a free activity. Participants are invited to begin their tour at the McCormick home, 153 Route 526, Allentown. While the McCormicks have been decorating for Christmas for many years, this year’s completely outdoor, drive-thru display features a Christmas village, a nativity scene, more than 100 decorated trees and about 50,000 lights spread over 3 acres, according to the press release. All are welcome to visit Monday through Thursday, 5-9 p.m., and Friday through Sunday, 5-10 p.m. There is no charge for admission, but canned goods for the Allentown Food Pantry are gratefully accepted. For more information, call 609-208-9991. Items for the Business Briefs column may be sent to news@njexaminer.com. Business Briefs may report the opening of a new business with a description of what the business offers, or hirings or promotions at a local business, or hirings or promotions of area residents at their place of employment.
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NJSIAA announces plan for 2021 high school spring sports season
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fter high school spring sports teams were not able to have a season in 2020 because of the coronavirus pandemic, the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) has prepared a plan for the 2021 spring sports season. The NJSIAA released its plan on Dec. 11 for what is being referred to as Season 4 of the 2020-21 academic year. The goal for Season 4 is to minimize the overlap with sports that are scheduled to be played in Season 2A and Season 3. According to the NJSIAA, boys tennis will begin practice on March. 26. Baseball and softball pitchers and catchers will also begin practice on March 26. The remaining baseball and softball players will begin practice on April 1 and athletes in all other spring sports will also begin practice on April. 1. Golfers will be allowed to start competing in tournaments and matches on April 9. Regular season play in other sports will begin on April 21. The spring sports season will conclude on June 20, according to the NJSIAA. “Minimizing overlap and avoiding direct conflicts between sports has always been a top priority of the Sports Advisory Task Force,” Dave Frazier, chair of the task force, was quoted as saying in the NJSIAA press release. “After the loss of the spring 2020 season, we want to ensure that every studentathlete has the opportunity to participate in each sport they would have participated in during a normal year,” Frazier said.
Winter high school sports in New Jersey have been suspended until January due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. According to the winter high school sports plan that is scheduled to begin in the new year, swimmers and winter track and field athletes will be allowed to compete through March 27. The Season 3 sports (gymnastics, girls volleyball and wrestling) will begin practice on March 16 and run through April 24. NJSIAA Chief Operating Officer Colleen Maguire said the association’s current plan will allow multi-sport athletes the best opportunity to compete in winter and spring sports. “Multi-sport athletes should be celebrated and not made to choose between two sports they love,” Maguire said. “As a result of indoor practices and competition being suspended … some overlap between seasons is unavoidable, but based on our latest plan, student-athletes will still have the opportunity to compete during all seasons.” Spring sports coaches can start virtual contact with their athletes on March 1. Maguire said any in-person sports that are being conducted at that time will take priority over any virtual meetings or virtual workouts. Based on orders from the New Jersey Department of Health and the governor’s office, out-of-state competition continues to be restricted. The NJSIAA said it will keep member schools updated and reserves the right to impose further restrictions.
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ON THE ROAD PETER PERROTTA
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hen you review cars and trucks week in and week out, most passengers who hop in your test vehicle want to immediately know what you think of the particular vehicle you are driving that week. My wife, on the other hand, isn’t shy about offering her opinion immediately upon stepping into one of my test vehicles before even hearing what I think. The 2021 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro pickup I recently drove for one week Peter Perrotta was simply too high off the ground – with no step-in rail or running boards to assist – for her liking. She found it too hard to get into and out of easily. Point understood. However, for me, I didn’t see it as a problem. My boss, on the other hand, stepped into the Tundra and asked me immediately what I thought of it. Quite frankly, I like the ride and the power of the Tundra pickup – featuring a massive 5.7 liter, V8 engine that puts out an impressive 381 horsepower – however, the interior ergonomics and design are rather “Plain Jane” in dire need of a more modern makeover. When I brought this to the attention of my boss, I found his response to be rather interesting. He looked around at the basic looking dash board design of the Tundra and said, “Well, you know sometimes people like that basic, not too cluttered design.” Another point well taken. If you are into minimalism, then this 2021 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro is for you. The exterior design of the Tundra TRD Pro isn’t outdated looking. In fact, I found it to be rather attractive – outfitted with a slightly lifted, rugged, off-road appearance. But, the inside design and look will not overwhelm you, especially when you compare it to the snazzy, more modern looking pickup competitors in its class like the Dodge Ram 1500, the Ford F-150 or the Chevrolet Silverado. I suspect that folks at Toyota will be introducing a freshened up looking Tundra in
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the near future. But, for now, it is what it is. Like all pickup models there are numerous different configurations you can get the Tundra in. However, new for 2021 was a new Lunar Rock color for the TRD Pro model; a new Tundra Trail Special Edition and a new Tundra Nightshade Special Edition. I found the new Lunar Rock color to be just ok. It didn’t blow me away or anything like that. Instead of a metallic paint, the Lunar Rock – which actually does resemble the color of moon rocks – has a flat almost matte finish to it. One observer remarked to me that the Lunar Rock almost looked like primer paint. The base price of the 2021 Tundra TRD Pro (double cab) is $48,775. My tester was outfitted with no additional options except for the $1,595 destination and delivery charge that was tacked on bringing the bottom line sticker price to $50,370. The TRD Pro model comes with a lot of standard equipment, including what
Toyota calls the Unique TRD Pro Content package which includes: forged aluminum 18-inch TRD wheels; TRD tuned Fox shocks; dual exhaust and front skid plate and black trimmed front bucket seats with red stitching. As far as fuel economy goes, this Tundra is not all that eco-friendly. The EPA estimates that the Tundra gets an unimpressive 14 miles per gallon on average – 17 miles per gallon in highway driving and 13 in city driving. The annual estimated fuel cost to run this Tundra for one year comes in at a pretty hefty $2,900 as it uses about 7.1 gallons of gas for every 100 miles driven. The overall crash test rating on the government’s five star safety test comes in at a 4. The Tundra received 4 stars for the frontal crash test for both driver and passenger. It got 5 stars for the side crash test for both front and rear seat and 4 stars for the rollover test. The editors at Car and Driver gave the Tundra high marks for its “desirable standard features.” They also noted that the
crew cab model back seat was “huge” and that it featured legitimate “trail ready” options. Car and Driver gave the Tundra low marks for not being fuel efficient, subpar interior quality and having a clumsy onroad demeanor. I agree with two of the three low marks Car and Driver offered up. I didn’t find the Tundra to be clumsy at all in the handling department. In fact, I think the Tundra’s ride, comfort and handling capabilities stack up quite nicely when you compare it to the Ram, F-150 or Silverado. There is a lot to consider when shopping for a pickup and while the Tundra is not a sales leader, by any means, in its category there are some very strong points to this vehicle which should make it a serious contender for anyone looking to buy or lease a vehicle in this class.
Peter Perrotta’s On The Road column appears regularly. He may be reached at peter@capitalmotorcars.com
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732-906-0385 Plumbing
David J. McConnell 732-257-6254
Plumbing • Heating Home Improvements P Boilers Installed/Repaired P Water Heaters Installed P Drains & Sewer lines cleaned P Sewer & Water Mains installed P Kitchen & Bath Remodeling P Framing & Sheet Rock
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NM-00444807
Painting/Wallpapering
Plumbing
Glenn Kaune’s Custom Painting Satisfaction Guaranteed
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Quality Work • Affordable Wallpaper Removal • Sheetrock Repair Taping/Spackling • Interior/Exterior Reliable Prompt Service
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Over 30 yrs. • Free Est./Ins.
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Metuchen, NJ 08840 | info@mattcoplumbing.com
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