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    4月26日

    Finding the Right Car Seat Cover

    The right kind of material. The right fit and size. If you have this kind of car seat cover, you might just well be on your way to driver/rider heaven. And yes, the seats are protected well too.


    To find the right one for your car, first check your pocket. Sometimes, the best quality and type of car seat cover could be bought with quite a higher price. There are mass produced covers out in the market offered for a much lower cost, however, they easily shift around thus inducing early wear and tear of the material.

    Be prepared with information and specifics. Know your car’s make. Know your car’s year. Know the style of the seat of your car. You see, there are various types of seat styles which includes the front bucket high back with adjustable headrest, the front bucket low back with integrated headrest, and the front bucket captain’s chair. Well, you get my drift.

    Make sure that you purchase seat covers that are made from a water-repellant material. Also, it would be wise to purchase one that is machine-washable, tough, and durable. The color also helps a lot. If you are the type of person who is lazy enough to keep his car seat cover on for a long period of time, then opt for those with dark colors. Dirt and soiled parts are not easily seen.

    You can also ask around for the right kind of shop to purchase your car seat covers. And while you are at it, you can also check for the specially crafted Toyota auto parts from Toyota Parts Online. Maybe there are some accessories there that could go well with your new car seat covers.
     

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    4月12日

    Tire Care

    Let’s talk about tire wear. While irregular tire wear can be a good indication that it might be time to have your tires replaced, it can also be a warning sign that your vehicle is experiencing steering, alignment or suspension problems. But how do you know which is which?

    Here are some tips from roadandtravel.com:

    Steering 
    If your vehicle is pulling to one side, make sure you first check your tire pressure. If your tire pressure is balanced, your steering problems could be due to any of the following: an uneven tire rod length, incorrect toe, unequal camber or caster, or an incorrect center link/rack height. If you are experiencing excessive steering play or hard steering, have your technician check for loose or worn struts, strut mounts, shocks, springs and/or bushings.

    Suspension 
    There are many components within the suspension system of your vehicle. If you are experiencing suspension problems, have your technician check the tire alignment, bearings, bushings, strut rods, springs and/or control arms. Be sure to inspect all suspension components and repair all parts that are worn or damaged. Failure to do so may allow the problem to reoccur and cause premature failure of other suspension components.

    Alignment 
    Wheel alignment is needed for proper handling and tire wear. Proper wheel alignment keeps the wheels from scuffing, dragging or slipping. It also reduces fuel consumption and strain on steering and suspension parts, and improves steering ability. There are three alignment angles that affect your vehicle; camber, caster and toe.

    Should you need quality Toyota tires you don’t need to go far – just a few clicks on your PC and you can access Toyota Parts Online’s wide selection of top of the line Toyota wheels, be it for Toyota Corolla, Prius, Highlander or Camry.


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    4月6日

    Lexus LS 600h hybrid NYC debut

    Inside Line reports: Lexus LS 600h to debut in NYC


    This April, Toyota’s uber-luxury brand, Lexus will continue to up the competition with the debut of the hybrid edition of its redesigned LS sedan at the New York Auto Show.

    According to IL, the gas-electric version, reportedly to be badged as the LS 600h, is expected to be the most powerful — and most expensive — hybrid on the market when it arrives in Lexus showrooms in 2007, most likely as a 2008 model.

    There is no official word yet on pricing, but with the recently introduced GS 450h carrying a sticker of $55,000, expect the LS 600h to be priced at close to $70,000.

    Meanwhile, you can still find the best Toyota and Lexus auto parts like wheels, fenders, hoods, engine parts and more at Toyota Parts Online.


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