By: Jennifer Dylan
Would you believe that it has already been forty years already?
Many trends and many fads have come and gone but it seems like
only the best and only the most reliable have come to stay.
So what vehicle has been in the industry for forty years
already? Well, the Toyota Corolla. And it could be pretty
surprising if there are some people who do not even know what
the Toyota Corolla is all about. This vehicle has certainly
stood through the various tests that the industry has presented
but it seems like a real and a true survivor. It has passed
various challenges like new vehicles coming that held features
very much just like the ones that it held. There were also times
when the Toyota Corolla was sent to low ranks for there were
really cool vehicles that were worth buying. Despite all these,
the Toyota Corolla still remains while all others have found
themselves headed out to junkyard heaven.
It is the Toyota Corolla's fortieth birthday in the industry but
it seems like there is no end yet to this vehicle's successes.
In fact, as the years go on, age seems to be a really good ally
for this Japanese designed and manufactured vehicle. It has come
with various designs and went through different upgrades. And
through its changes, the industry and the market has also made
sure that the products made for this vehicle like its
accessories and other Toyota car
parts would fit the changes and upgrades done.
The very first Toyota Corolla made was introduced to the
motoring public in October of the year 1966. And forty years
later, it is still one of the most recognized vehicles because
it offers its owners low fuel consumption. It has also proven
that it is a reliable vehicle.
At present, there are already sixteen different countries which
produce the Toyota Corolla. In fact, these countries span from
Asian countries like Taiwan and Japan to Western regions like
the United States and Canada.
About the author:
Auto Parts Go
http://www.autopart
sgo.com/Toyota.html
Jennifer Dylan is a 35-year-old gal who hails from San
Francisco. She has a habit of updating herself on new car trends
and models. She spends most of her time reading up on cars and
hopes to test drive them. She works for one of the topnotch car
parts dealer in the U.S.
Thursday, September 14, 2006
Wednesday, September 13, 2006
Toyota Dominates The Automotive Market
By: Tom Bailey
The fluctuating of figures continues to shake the automotive
industry. One moment the figures are up the next instant it is
on the contrary. Based on the recent statistics, car sales and
registrations were down on last year.
When asked to explain the fluctuation occurring in the
automotive world, Perry Kerr, Motor Industry Association chief
Perry explained, "The new-vehicle market is continuing to adjust
to the pressures experienced in other sectors of the economy,
but this downturn must also be taken in the context that
new-vehicle sales increased year-over from 2000 to 2005."
Regardless of the fluctuating sales, Toyota continues its
triumph in car production and sales. In fact, this year Toyota
celebrates its 18th year of continued excellence in sales. So
far, no other automaker has toppled it.
Toyota has sold 12,029 new vehicles to the end of July. In July,
the automaker sold 1746 cars. It was followed by Ford with 1212,
Holden with 798, Mitsubishi with 600, Nissan with 585, Honda
with 541 and Mazda with 469.
Toyota is expecting more sales since Camry was released to amaze
and satisfy the needs of car fanatics. Camry uses innovative
auto parts Toyota to boost performance, style and comfort. The
front-drive Camry, which has a 2.4-litre four-cylinder engine,
is offered at $36,500.
According to the automaker, Camry's five-speed manual offers 8.9
litres/100km. On the other hand, the five-speed automatic offers
9.9 litres/100km. The dynamics of Camry are also improved. It
width was increased, height decreased and wheelbase extended.
Toyota is aiming the 117kW/218Nm 2.4-litre Camry to rule the
fleet market the same way that it dominates New Zealand's
private sales.
Toyota is preserving its earned victory so the industry can
expect more changes and innovations from this rising Japanese
brand. Toyota is also continuing its studies and tests to
further improve the quality and performance of its parts and
accessories.
About the author:
Tom Bailey is a consultant for one of the country's leading
auto parts stores. He is also an editor of a reputable
publishing company in his area. He is currently based in
Atlantic City, New Jersey with his wife and 3 children.
The fluctuating of figures continues to shake the automotive
industry. One moment the figures are up the next instant it is
on the contrary. Based on the recent statistics, car sales and
registrations were down on last year.
When asked to explain the fluctuation occurring in the
automotive world, Perry Kerr, Motor Industry Association chief
Perry explained, "The new-vehicle market is continuing to adjust
to the pressures experienced in other sectors of the economy,
but this downturn must also be taken in the context that
new-vehicle sales increased year-over from 2000 to 2005."
Regardless of the fluctuating sales, Toyota continues its
triumph in car production and sales. In fact, this year Toyota
celebrates its 18th year of continued excellence in sales. So
far, no other automaker has toppled it.
Toyota has sold 12,029 new vehicles to the end of July. In July,
the automaker sold 1746 cars. It was followed by Ford with 1212,
Holden with 798, Mitsubishi with 600, Nissan with 585, Honda
with 541 and Mazda with 469.
Toyota is expecting more sales since Camry was released to amaze
and satisfy the needs of car fanatics. Camry uses innovative
auto parts Toyota to boost performance, style and comfort. The
front-drive Camry, which has a 2.4-litre four-cylinder engine,
is offered at $36,500.
According to the automaker, Camry's five-speed manual offers 8.9
litres/100km. On the other hand, the five-speed automatic offers
9.9 litres/100km. The dynamics of Camry are also improved. It
width was increased, height decreased and wheelbase extended.
Toyota is aiming the 117kW/218Nm 2.4-litre Camry to rule the
fleet market the same way that it dominates New Zealand's
private sales.
Toyota is preserving its earned victory so the industry can
expect more changes and innovations from this rising Japanese
brand. Toyota is also continuing its studies and tests to
further improve the quality and performance of its parts and
accessories.
About the author:
Tom Bailey is a consultant for one of the country's leading
auto parts stores. He is also an editor of a reputable
publishing company in his area. He is currently based in
Atlantic City, New Jersey with his wife and 3 children.
Tuesday, September 12, 2006
SUV Pros And Cons
By: Jonathon Hardcastle
Your car is bursting at the seams with children, sports
equipment, groceries and pets. You think it may be time to trade
up to a larger car. But is an SUV the right choice to make for
your family?
First and foremost, as anyone who watches the evening news
knows, the price of gas has skyrocketed and SUVs are notorious
for poor gas mileage. Or are they? Depending on what make and
model of SUV you choose, some get as good or better gas mileage
than some large cars. For example, the 2004 Honda Element gets
22 miles to the gallon in the city, just 2 miles per gallon less
than the 2004 Honda Accord. At highway speeds, the Element gets
8 miles per gallon less than the Accord, a larger, but not huge,
difference Also, more and more auto manufacturers are designing
hybrid gas-electric SUVs that provide better gas mileage along
with the traditional extra space and power of SUVs.
Another major consideration when choosing between a car and an
SUV is safety. Most people assume that, because of their larger
size, that SUVs are safer than cars. However, crash tests
conducted in 2003 proved that large SUVs were only slightly
safer than mid-sized cars and were actually slightly more
dangerous than large cars. SUVs also can roll over when taking
turns at high speed, something that cars are far less likely to
do. Drivers who are switching to SUVs after many years of
driving cars may need some practice to learn to drive their SUV
safely.
Many people think that SUVs, due to their larger size are more
comfortable and have more cargo capacity than cars. To a certain
extent this is true, but it depends heavily on what make and
model of SUV you choose. Some SUVs actually have limited cargo
space, though almost all have the power to haul a trailer. As
far as comfort, many drivers prefer being higher up from the
road, but older drivers and those with disabilities may have a
hard time getting into the raised seats. Additionally, buckling
a child into a car seat installed in the recommended back seat
center position may be difficult for shorter moms and dads.
Finally, if you do a lot of city driving and, more importantly,
parking, SUVs are less maneuverable and harder to parallel park
than traditional cars. Even in the suburbs where most people
park in lots, the spaces may not be wide enough for certain
SUVs.
About the author:
Jonathon Hardcastle writes articles on many topics including Automotive, Real Estate, and Business
Your car is bursting at the seams with children, sports
equipment, groceries and pets. You think it may be time to trade
up to a larger car. But is an SUV the right choice to make for
your family?
First and foremost, as anyone who watches the evening news
knows, the price of gas has skyrocketed and SUVs are notorious
for poor gas mileage. Or are they? Depending on what make and
model of SUV you choose, some get as good or better gas mileage
than some large cars. For example, the 2004 Honda Element gets
22 miles to the gallon in the city, just 2 miles per gallon less
than the 2004 Honda Accord. At highway speeds, the Element gets
8 miles per gallon less than the Accord, a larger, but not huge,
difference Also, more and more auto manufacturers are designing
hybrid gas-electric SUVs that provide better gas mileage along
with the traditional extra space and power of SUVs.
Another major consideration when choosing between a car and an
SUV is safety. Most people assume that, because of their larger
size, that SUVs are safer than cars. However, crash tests
conducted in 2003 proved that large SUVs were only slightly
safer than mid-sized cars and were actually slightly more
dangerous than large cars. SUVs also can roll over when taking
turns at high speed, something that cars are far less likely to
do. Drivers who are switching to SUVs after many years of
driving cars may need some practice to learn to drive their SUV
safely.
Many people think that SUVs, due to their larger size are more
comfortable and have more cargo capacity than cars. To a certain
extent this is true, but it depends heavily on what make and
model of SUV you choose. Some SUVs actually have limited cargo
space, though almost all have the power to haul a trailer. As
far as comfort, many drivers prefer being higher up from the
road, but older drivers and those with disabilities may have a
hard time getting into the raised seats. Additionally, buckling
a child into a car seat installed in the recommended back seat
center position may be difficult for shorter moms and dads.
Finally, if you do a lot of city driving and, more importantly,
parking, SUVs are less maneuverable and harder to parallel park
than traditional cars. Even in the suburbs where most people
park in lots, the spaces may not be wide enough for certain
SUVs.
About the author:
Jonathon Hardcastle writes articles on many topics including Automotive, Real Estate, and Business
Wednesday, September 06, 2006
Shakeup At Ford
DETROIT - Bill Ford, who struggled for five years to steer Ford Motor Co. toward financial stability, has stepped down as chief executive of the company founded by his great grandfather and is being replaced by top Boeing executive Alan Mulally.
Ford will remain as chairman, the company said Tuesday in a surprise announcement.
The change comes more than seven months into a restructuring, which is the second under Ford’s watch and has so far failed to revive the nation’s No. 2 automaker.
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/14686147/
Ford will remain as chairman, the company said Tuesday in a surprise announcement.
The change comes more than seven months into a restructuring, which is the second under Ford’s watch and has so far failed to revive the nation’s No. 2 automaker.
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/14686147/
Thursday, August 17, 2006
Nitrogen For Your Tires!
By: Steve Farber
A popular joke in the 1960s at full service gas stations was
"filler up with Ethel and change the air in my tires." Today
with the price of gasoline approaching $3.00 per gallon, why not
replace the air in your tires. Not with air but with nitrogen.
Filling your tires with nitrogen rather than air will improve
gas mileage, help maintain correct tire pressure, keep tires 25%
cooler, improve handling and performance and prolongs the life
of your tires. NASCAR drivers use nitrogen in their tires for
safety reasons, you can too.
Why should you stop putting air in your tires! Compressed air
you find at tire shops, gas stations and the compressor you use
at home have a high concentrations of water vapor. Compressing
air concentrates the water in it and unless really efficient air
dryers are used chances are there is water vapors in your tires.
Water vapor absorbs and holds heat. This wet air plus heat can
increase the pressure in your tires, causing highway blow outs,
and is one of the reason you should check your tire pressure
when they are cold.
This article is not about the nitrogen. It's really about
reducing oxygen and water vapor in your tires. The air in our
tires is composed of 78% nitrogen, 21% oxygen and about 1% water
vapor and other gases. When pure dry nitrogen is used to replace
the air in your tires it improves fuel efficiency, handling and
it will extend the life of steel rims or custom wheels and
tires. By reducing oxygen and water vapor in your tires from 22%
to less than 7%, your tires will maintain pressure three to four
times longer. Plus it will keep you safer on the highway.
How does oxygen and water damage my rims and tires? Oxygen,
especially at high temperatures and pressures, corrodes
aluminum, steel wheels and rubber. This process is called
oxidation. When oxidation occurs small particles of rust and
aluminum oxidization in your steel or aluminum wheels can clog
valve stems, causing them to leak. The oxidation can cause the
surfaces of your wheel flange and tire beads not to seal
properly causing another leak point.
Oxygen can also age the thin layer of rubber called the inner
liner or radial ply. As the inner liner ages, more and more air
migrates through the rubber, causing additional pressure losses.
As oxygen migrates through rubber it can come in contact with
steel belts and the steel bead causing them to rust.
While both nitrogen and oxygen can migrate through rubber,
nitrogen does it much slower. It might take six months to lose a
couple of pounds of nitrogen, compared to less than a month with
wet compressed air. Dry nitrogen does not cause rust and
corrosion on steel rims or aluminum custom wheels, and it does
not degrade rubber like wet compressed air.
Where can I get nitrogen for my tires? Nitrogen is becoming very
popular with long haul trucking. Some truck stops have nitrogen
available for these big rigs either free or by paying a small
fee. They use the same type pay stations that you see at gas
stations except they are marked "Nitrogen". These nitrogen
stations are then connected to large nitrogen cylinders near by.
You can also buy your own small inexpensive Nitrogen Tanks and
have them filled at welding supply stores in your area. Another
source for small nitrogen tanks is Paint Ball supply stores
either local or on the internet. eBay is a good source. These
small nitrogen tanks can be filled at welding supply stores and
then easily plumbed to fill your tires. Use caution when
handling these small nitrogen tanks as they can be filled to as
much as 3000 psi. Also make sure the nitrogen tank you purchase
has a regulator attached and it is set for about 50 psi.
Filling your own new tires with nitrogen is a simple process.
Jack up one tire until it just clears the ground, remove the
tire valve stem and allow the air in your tires to escape. Once
all the air escapes install a new valve stem. Then simply fill
your tires with nitrogen from your small nitrogen tank. Repeat
the process with the other 3 tires. Do not forget your spare!
Your tires should now have about 95% dry nitrogen and you have
significantly reduced all the hazards and oxidation problems
mentioned above.
If you own a tire store and would like to provide nitrogen for
your customers buy a Ingersoll Rand Nitrogen Tire Inflation
System.
About the author:
Steve Farber is an author and web site publisher on custom
wheels including What You Should Know Before You Buy Tires. Read
articles and reviews on the top 60 custom wheel manufacturers in
the market today at http://www.custom-whee
ls-n-rims.com and http://www.just-spinner-r
ims.com.
A popular joke in the 1960s at full service gas stations was
"filler up with Ethel and change the air in my tires." Today
with the price of gasoline approaching $3.00 per gallon, why not
replace the air in your tires. Not with air but with nitrogen.
Filling your tires with nitrogen rather than air will improve
gas mileage, help maintain correct tire pressure, keep tires 25%
cooler, improve handling and performance and prolongs the life
of your tires. NASCAR drivers use nitrogen in their tires for
safety reasons, you can too.
Why should you stop putting air in your tires! Compressed air
you find at tire shops, gas stations and the compressor you use
at home have a high concentrations of water vapor. Compressing
air concentrates the water in it and unless really efficient air
dryers are used chances are there is water vapors in your tires.
Water vapor absorbs and holds heat. This wet air plus heat can
increase the pressure in your tires, causing highway blow outs,
and is one of the reason you should check your tire pressure
when they are cold.
This article is not about the nitrogen. It's really about
reducing oxygen and water vapor in your tires. The air in our
tires is composed of 78% nitrogen, 21% oxygen and about 1% water
vapor and other gases. When pure dry nitrogen is used to replace
the air in your tires it improves fuel efficiency, handling and
it will extend the life of steel rims or custom wheels and
tires. By reducing oxygen and water vapor in your tires from 22%
to less than 7%, your tires will maintain pressure three to four
times longer. Plus it will keep you safer on the highway.
How does oxygen and water damage my rims and tires? Oxygen,
especially at high temperatures and pressures, corrodes
aluminum, steel wheels and rubber. This process is called
oxidation. When oxidation occurs small particles of rust and
aluminum oxidization in your steel or aluminum wheels can clog
valve stems, causing them to leak. The oxidation can cause the
surfaces of your wheel flange and tire beads not to seal
properly causing another leak point.
Oxygen can also age the thin layer of rubber called the inner
liner or radial ply. As the inner liner ages, more and more air
migrates through the rubber, causing additional pressure losses.
As oxygen migrates through rubber it can come in contact with
steel belts and the steel bead causing them to rust.
While both nitrogen and oxygen can migrate through rubber,
nitrogen does it much slower. It might take six months to lose a
couple of pounds of nitrogen, compared to less than a month with
wet compressed air. Dry nitrogen does not cause rust and
corrosion on steel rims or aluminum custom wheels, and it does
not degrade rubber like wet compressed air.
Where can I get nitrogen for my tires? Nitrogen is becoming very
popular with long haul trucking. Some truck stops have nitrogen
available for these big rigs either free or by paying a small
fee. They use the same type pay stations that you see at gas
stations except they are marked "Nitrogen". These nitrogen
stations are then connected to large nitrogen cylinders near by.
You can also buy your own small inexpensive Nitrogen Tanks and
have them filled at welding supply stores in your area. Another
source for small nitrogen tanks is Paint Ball supply stores
either local or on the internet. eBay is a good source. These
small nitrogen tanks can be filled at welding supply stores and
then easily plumbed to fill your tires. Use caution when
handling these small nitrogen tanks as they can be filled to as
much as 3000 psi. Also make sure the nitrogen tank you purchase
has a regulator attached and it is set for about 50 psi.
Filling your own new tires with nitrogen is a simple process.
Jack up one tire until it just clears the ground, remove the
tire valve stem and allow the air in your tires to escape. Once
all the air escapes install a new valve stem. Then simply fill
your tires with nitrogen from your small nitrogen tank. Repeat
the process with the other 3 tires. Do not forget your spare!
Your tires should now have about 95% dry nitrogen and you have
significantly reduced all the hazards and oxidation problems
mentioned above.
If you own a tire store and would like to provide nitrogen for
your customers buy a Ingersoll Rand Nitrogen Tire Inflation
System.
About the author:
Steve Farber is an author and web site publisher on custom
wheels including What You Should Know Before You Buy Tires. Read
articles and reviews on the top 60 custom wheel manufacturers in
the market today at http://www.custom-whee
ls-n-rims.com and http://www.just-spinner-r
ims.com.
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