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Toyota has grown amazingly in the past century since its inception, to become one of the leading car manufacturers in the West. There are a huge number of popular Toyota models - the brand is well-recognised for its reliability. In fact, in July 2008 Toyota came out ahead of every other brand mentioned in the Global Pulse Survey, administered by the Reputation Institute of New York. Toyotas definitely have their own quirks and oddities, though - today we are looking at how to choose a good mechanic for your Toyota, both for new car service and ordinary car repairs.
Toyota car service - what to look for
Toyotas are very reliable cars; drivers note that their main tendency is just to keep on going and going, no matter what punishment you administer! Because of this you run a very real risk of leaving problems until they require major repairs, and have possibly caused related problems. Look for a car servicer and mechanic that:
- Makes it simple and easy to have your regular services performed (otherwise it can be tempting to leave them too long)
- Is experienced. Toyotas can be deteriorating before they show any overt problems, and it takes a skilled eye and ear to diagnose problems with them sometimes.
Other than this, we'd recommend a mechanic that follows all the general guidelines for high-quality work and excellent customer service. Your Toyota repairer should:
- Offer a warranty on their work, at least 12 months in duration.
- Give you an upfront quote
- Offer you the option to have your Toyota repaired at your home or work
- If you travel a lot, look for a mechanic that has a nationwide network to have your repairs done easily, no matter where you are.
Popular models of Toyota and their quirks
The mechanic doing your Toyota repairs should have experience with several of the popular Toyota models:
- 4 Runner
- Coaster
- Kluger
- Prado
- Supra
- Aurion
- Corolla
- Landcruiser
- Prius
- Surf
- Avalon
- Echo
- Lexcen
- RAV4
- Tarago
- Avensis
- Estima
- Lite Ace
- Soarer
- Townace
- Camry
- Hiace
- MR 2
- Spacia
- Vienta
- Celica
- Hilux
- Paseo
- Starlet
- Yaris
Each of these models has their own quirks - for example, Yaris's are known for their transmission issues, as well as 'cosmetic' faults with climate control. Landcruisers need attention in the chassis and underbody area, especially if they do a decent amount of four-wheel-driving. The steering and electrics are often trouble spots on Corollas, and a mechanic skilled in Toyota repair will pay particular attention to these trouble spots.
Toyota Extra Care Vehicle Service Agreements- Right for You?
Toyota offers an addition to their factory warranty, the Extra Care Vehicle Service Agreement. Often you are able to include the cost of this service agreement in your lease, and in return you get scheduled servicing at a genuine Toyota dealer.
These agreements are good in some circumstances, but for many they mean extra costs on their car repairs and servicing over simply calling a mechanic when necessary. They are somewhat like an auto club membership - you have to pay the periodic fee, even if you don't use the available cover. There are also quite a number of mechanics Australia wide that can perform scheduled servicing for new Toyotas as specified in the log book, and using genuine parts - at a fraction of the cost of a service agreement. Having a third party perform your scheduled servicing will not void your factory warranty for new cars - this is guaranteed by Australian consumer law.
Owning a Toyota is even easier than usual if you find a convenient, skilled mechanic that ticks all the right boxes. In many cases the right mechanic is just in front of your nose!
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Asian Brands to Showcase Concept Vehicles at New York Auto Show
Asian car brands have been increasingly becoming popular in the United States. Aside from Toyota and Honda, other car manufacturers from the Orient are tightening their grips on the U.S. auto market. The popularity of these brands is due to the fuel economy and reliability that their car offers.
Aside from that, Asian branded vehicles are relatively priced lower than that of their U.S. counterparts. In the upcoming New York International Auto Show (NYIAS), these Asian brands look to increase their popularity among American auto enthusiasts by showcasing their concept vehicles at the said event. While these vehicles may take some time before they are put into production, their unveiling at the country’s largest motor show will increase the popularity of their brand.
One Asian brand that has been making waves in the U.S. auto scene is Honda. At the upcoming New York Auto Show, the company will unveil its Accord Coupe Concept. The concept vehicle will provide a glimpse of what the new generation Accord will be like. The concept vehicle is powered by a V6 engine designed to reduce fuel consumption and lessen harmful emissions.
The newest technology from Honda that will be showcased at the event is the Variable Cylinder Management. Aside from that, the concept vehicle will also be featuring Honda’s ACE Body Structure which is essentially a design system which gives the front-end of the vehicle the ability to absorb a substantial amount of energy in the event of front end collision.
Toyota, now the second largest car manufacturer in the world, continues its surge to get to the top of the list. Their good performance in terms of sale has been a gauge of how popular Toyota is in the United States. Their continuing quest for supremacy in the U.S. auto market leads them to the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in Manhattan with the Toyota FT HS concept vehicle in tow.
The Toyota FT HS is a hybrid sports car which comes combining the fuel economy of a hybrid electric vehicle with the high performance and good looks of a sports car. The concept is equipped with a 3.5-liter V6 engine mated with an advanced hybrid system and a powerful battery pack. The concept vehicle is estimated to rocket to 60 miles per hour from a standstill in less than four seconds. Aside from that powerful acceleration, the concept vehicle is also estimated to have a very high top speed, thanks to its power output of nearly 400 hp. That amount of power and torque in a hybrid vehicle is unheard of before and only EBC Greenstuff brake pads can provide good stopping power to.
These concept vehicles are proof of the competition between the two Japanese car makers and their drive to increase their foothold on the U.S. auto market. Both the Honda Accord Coupe Concept and the Toyota FT HS will be showcased at the New York International Auto Show which will open its doors on the sixth of April and will end on the fifteenth of the same month.
About the Author
Anthony Fontanelle is a 35-year-old automotive buff who grew up in the Windy City. He does freelance work for an automotive magazine when he is not busy customizing cars in his shop.
Audi A3 W Reg(2000) ABS problem i believe, When im going 20 mph plus and want to stop in a hurry or ?
drastically reduce my speed, the brake peddle vibrates and ABS appears to kick in, and make a sping noice 'doiiiiing', no ABs light comes on though, i went over a speed hump today 20mph then hit the brakes - hardly any response and took about 3 seconds to stop, the brakes are usually ace on this car! what could be the problem, tyre presure is ok, brake pads are fine, tread on tyre is fine too, any suggestions please?
But ABS come on fat too often on normal braking...... never used to!?
Your ABS controller might be a bit screwy... its around a $3-500 repair.
Watkins Glen: Andy Lally race report
Watkins Glen, NY, (Aug. 8, 2010) - TRG Motorsports driver Andy Lally drove to an 18th place finish in the No. 71 Adobe Road/TRG Motorsports Chevrolet Impala SS in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Helluva Good! Sour Cream Dips at The Glen race today.
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