Fix That Broken Mirror
We all know that our car’s mirrors allow us see around blind spots, and serve to keep us safe when we are driving. Given their position on our vehicles, mirrors are particularly vulnerable to minor accidents and scraps as we navigate our way through the world. Perhaps, you’ve even had a time when you returned to your car to find that your mirror was broken or damaged. If so, put that duct tape away, and head on over to your dealer. Your dealer will be able to order a replacement mirror, and will also be able to install it as per the factory specs.
Having a proper, functioning mirror will protect you and your car, and will also prevent moisture from getting inside of the door. Driving with a damaged mirror could lead to more problems, such as inspection failure, or even worse it could fall off, and hit another vehicle at high speed. Don’t engage in risky behavior, instead, contact your dealer and have them fix your damaged mirrors today!
West Philadelphia: Car Dealership Setting a Standard
There is never a shortage of cars on city streets, but you’d be hard pressed to find places that sell them – unless you wander into West Philadelphia. Central City Toyota, located at 4800 Chestnut St., prides themselves on being the lone car dealership in the area.
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Inflate Your Tires: Air or Nitrogen
With the ever skyrocketing cost of gas, people are always looking for ways to save. One of the easiest and best ways to make the most of your tank is to check your car’s tire pressure. If you are one of the 85% of people who fail to check their tire pressure monthly, then you could be missing out on some significant savings. Tires that are under inflated often run hot, wear down faster, and result in lower gas mileage.
So, once you realize your tires need a little air, you may begin to wonder which is better, air or nitrogen. If you’ve ever seen a green air cap on a tire that means the tire is filled with Nitrogen. Nitrogen is currently used in airplanes and race cars, and has larger molecules than standard air, so if you happen to have a leak in your tire, the nitrogen will leak out more slowly than compressed air. Also, nitrogen has no moisture or oxygen, which means that it will not result in the deterioration of the rubber or the rusting or pitting of the rim. If you’re still wondering what is best, ask your dealer for their recommendation for your vehicle.
Three Toyota models have been selected as among the Best Family Cars of 2012 by Parents magazine and Edmunds.com. This is their fifth annual list. Toyota earned picks across three categories including Prius v in the high-mileage category; Camry in the sedan category and the Sienna minivan in the large vehicle category.
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Scion announced that its 2013 FR-S rear-wheel drive sports car is available in dealerships nationwide. The high-performance coupe is the fifth model to join the Scion family and serves as the halo car for the brand.
“The incredibly positive buzz surrounding the FR-S has generated an impressive list of hand-raisers and pre-sold orders,” said Scion vice president Jack Hollis. “Scion is thrilled that the FR-S is now available throughout its strong network of about 1,000 dealers. We can’t wait for performance driving enthusiasts to get into the FR-S because we know that they are going to love it!”
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Happy Memorial Day!
Autobytel and AutoPacific’s Vehicle Satisfaction Award measures how satisfied an owner is with his or her new vehicle.
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If it’s time to replace your trusty vehicle, don’t burden yourself with the aggravation of selling it yourself. Instead, save yourself the headache, time, energy, and stop by your dealer. Not only will they have the new car you desire, but they will be able to take your old car off your hands without any hassles. Plus, they’ll know the best market value for your used vehicle, and make sure you get a fair trade-in price.
Turning to your dealer will allow you to avoid the work of having to place an ad in the paper or online, and meeting with strangers who want to test drive your vehicle and negotiate down the price. Instead, simply enjoy your new car, and let your dealer deal with your old car.
The seesaw battle between General Motors and Toyota for global sales leadership just tipped in Toyota’s direction again, reports Forbes. Figures from the company show Toyota sold 2.49 million vehicles in the first quarter, putting it ahead of GM with 2.28 million. Germany’s Volkswagen ranks third, with 2.16 million. Toyota had grabbed the top-selling title in 2008, but lost it to GM for 2010. Now, Toyota is picking up sales and market share in the United States, particularly through sales of the newest Camry and new Prius models, while GM is giving up some of the market share gains that boosted it into the top spot. It’s likely that the title will be changing hands frequently as Toyota, Volkswagen, and GM introduce new vehicles. Volkswagen, in particular, is on an aggressive sales push, aiming to sell 10 million vehicles world wide by 2018. Meanwhile, Toyota said Tuesday it has sold 4 million hybrid-electric vehicles around the world, since it put its first hybrid Prius on sale in Japan in 1997. Of those hybrids, 1.5 million have been sold in the United States.
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The Perfect Temperature Every Time
In the past, your car’s interior temperature was as the mercy of the weather. On chilly days, you would find yourself shivering until the heat finally warmed it up, and on hot days, you would find yourself sweltering until the AC cooled the car down enough to provide some relief. But today is a different ball game, as new technology puts temperature comfort at your fingertips.
With remote start options, you can pre-program your heat or air conditioning setting before you exit your car. Then, when you are just about ready to return to your vehicle, you can hit your remote start, and the car will get the AC or heat going before you enter your car. That way, when you open the door, your desired interior environment will greet you – no more shivering or sweltering!
If this option intrigues you, visit your dealer to see if they can install a remote starter in your current car. If not, it might just be the perfect excuse to treat yourself to a new vehicle!
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