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Revised Toyota Auris Range

Toyota is hoping to entice more new car buyers to its brand by offering more equipment and trim levels in its entry level Toyota Auris model. Adequately named “Toyota Auris Edition” it replaces the previous T2 trim model, it is available in 3 and 5 door formats. The TR and SR trim levels have also seen some additions, now offering premium features as standard. The models will offer more exterior trim as well as interior trim.

The Toyota Auris Edition now comes with 16 inch alloy wheels, heated and retractable door mirrors which are, along with door handles, colour matched to the bodywork. This is in addition to previous standard features including air conditioning and a four-speaker sound system with USB port. New customer specified options include Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) with Traction Control (TRC) and a Protection Pack for the five-door version which includes floor mats, mud flaps, boot liner and scuff plates.

The Auris Edition will be available with Toyota’s Optimal Drive 1.33-litre VVT-i petrol engine, with Stop & Start and six speed manual transmission is available for both the three and five door models. Fuel consumption features are 48.7mpg combined cycle and 135g/km CO2 emissions.

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All about Headers for the Automotive Lovers



Headers are really an important addition for you to be used in your car, especially with heavy car just like trucks or other heavy cars. So, if you are having these types of car what you need to do is to use the headers and it will give you the total benefits.


There are many ways for you to use headers, because you can surely buy it on the internet in online shopping shops. What you need to do is only to purchase headers for sure, and the item will be sent to you right after you make a purchase. There are also the car parts for you, and this is the most important items for your car because of the main contribution that they will give for your car.


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The 2011 Kia Soul Continues to Embrace its Toaster Image

			

			

				
Affectionately called a “toaster on wheels” the Kia Soul has developed a loyal following. The 2011 model will no doubt continue the trend. The 2011 Kia Soul is an ingeniously designed compact that looks small on the outside but is actually spacious inside. The front of the vehicle has a chrome grille and on the rear end it has large vertical tail lamps with a hatch like that of a minivan. The beltline goes upward as it progresses to the rear forming a wedge-like appearance. The tall windshield and the box-like shape of the 2011 Soul makes it look tall and wide.


The mechanical features of the 2011 Kia Soul include front-wheel drive with independent form suspension in addition to a beam axle rear. The base model is equipped with a 1.6-liter four cylinder engine with 122-horsepower and a five-speed manual transmission. Other models of the soul are Soul+, Soul! and the Soul Sport. These three models have a 2.0 liter engine with 140-horsepower and a choice between a 5-speed manual transmission and a 4-speed automatic transmission. All models except the base model have anti-lock brakes with rear discs and anti-skid system.


The basic features of the Kia Soul are power locks, power windows, wiper for the rear window, tilt steering wheel and a 60/40 foldable rear seat. Safety features include side airbags for the front seats and curtain side airbags for head protection. The Kia Soul also comes with a free three-month subscription to Sirius satellite radio. It is also fitted with input jacks for auxiliary and USB connection. The head unit and steering wheel also have controls for easy navigation of a connected iPod. The Soul! and Soul Sport have an upgraded audio system with subwoofer, center speaker and 315 watts external amplifier. Standard features for the Soul+ and higher models are cruise control, power mirrors, air conditioning, Bluetooth connectivity, keyless entry and leather-covered shift knob and steering wheel. Optional features for the Soul+ are fog lamps and power moon roof. The base model has 15-inch steel wheels, the Soul+ has 16-inch alloy wheels and the Soul! and Soul Sport have 18-inch alloy wheels.


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