Wednesday, April 29th, 2009
For 2010, the already competent Toyota Highlander gets a makeover Toyota Highlander under the hood with a 187Hp four-cylinder engine replacing the massive 2.7L 270Hp V6.
The all new powertrain, tuned up with a six-speed automatic transmission is expected to improve fuel efficiency by nearly 5mpg from its current 18mpg city/24mpg highway. Thanks to its aerodynamically tuned unibody structure and comparatively light weight as a hauler, the 2010 Toyota Highlander will accelerate faster, despite the smaller engine.
Big families with greater hauling needs are sure to find the 2010 Toyota Highlander appealing – it features more room, easy handling, increased cargo capacity and an array of high-end technological features.
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Wednesday, April 15th, 2009
The 2010 Toyota Sienna is the latest addition to Toyota’s wagon line.
The 2010 Toyota Sienna comes loaded with new gizmos including Wi-Fi internet in car. The exterior of the 2010 Toyota Sienna looks far more stylish with a swept-back front and extended wheelbase. Inside, expect to find extra room with flexible seven or eight passenger configurations.
The 2010 Toyota Sienna features power sliding doors, a power tailgate and power folding third row seats. Fine leather upholstery, a back-up video camera, side sunshades, a DVD entertainment system and a JBL surround sound audio system with Bluetooth and an additional USB port round out a nice selection of creature comforts.
The Toyota family van will continue to rely on its efficient 3.5L 266Hp V6 – retaining its previous EPA rating of 17mpg city/23mpg highway with FWD.
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Thursday, April 9th, 2009
Toyota and Chevrolet trucks have been a mainstay in the heavy-duty vehicle market for several decades. Here is a comparative study between the two popular models from the auto giants – the 2009 Toyota Tacoma and the 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
Fuel Efficiency
With gas price hikes looming, the fuel-efficient 2009 Toyota Tacoma is a wise choice for a mid-size pickup – the bigger and heavier 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 won’t save your budget.
Powertrain
Toyota Tacoma is little sluggish with its noisy V6. Chevrolet’s new 6.2L V8 makes Silverado the winner in this section, hands down.
Creature Comfort
The Toyota compact pickup is now more refined in terms of style and efficiency and is roomier than past models. Nevertheless, the powerful Chevy Silverado 1500 is an ideal alternative for bigger families. A quiet ride, excellent finishing and an all inclusive safety system make Silverado 1500 an equally attractive, if not superior, choice.
Latest Additions
The 2009 Toyota Tacoma gets an improved audio system and stability/traction control as standard features, as well as an array of safety features including front and side curtain airbags and active front head restraints.
The 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 adds Bluetooth, XM traffic reporting, a rear view camera and 6-speed automatic transmission control.
Price
The 2009 Toyota Tacoma is considerably cheaper with a price range starting at $15,170 – a basic 2009 Chevy Silverado 1500 costs $18,389. We recommend 2009 Toyota Tacoma, it’s a competent choice and a more economical ride.
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Thursday, April 2nd, 2009
Toyota Safety Connect System
Toyota has announced its new on-board telematics program called Safety Connect. Similar to GM’s OnStar, Safety Connect will team up with Lexus Enform, a user guidance application. The system comprises four major security features:
Automatic Collision Notification (ACN)
The ACN automatically calls the Toyota response center via ECT (Embedded Cellular Technology) and GPS if a head-on collision occurs. The Safety Connect response center gets the ID and location of the vehicle, and the response agent can directly communicate with the driver. If the driver is not able to respond, the agent assumes an emergency and notifies the Public Safety Answering Point nearest to the vehicle – providing necessary support.
Emergency Assistance Button (SOS)
24-hour emergency support is only a press away with the SOS button. If the ACN fails, any passenger can use this button to notify Toyota’s specialized telematics call center.
Stolen Vehicle Location (SVL)
Using cellular signals and GPS, Safety Connect can track down the location of a stolen vehicle. The Safety Connect subscriber only needs to report the call center regarding the theft of his/her vehicle after reporting a complaint with the police.
Roadside Assistance
The Toyota Safety Connect response center is ready to provide assistance 24×7. From towing problems to jump-start issues, you can ask for technical help by pressing the SOS button.
The new technology will be available in selective Toyota models by 2010. With Safety Connect, Toyota strengthens the bond with its customers while ensuring enhanced reliability.
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