Net Auto News

There’s a little debate running in my family about which car our Golden doodle, Lulu, likes the best.  She’s a big fan of the car, mostly because it takes her to the park, but also because she can stick her nose out the front like she’s a hood ornament that’s been turned the wrong way.  My mother has a RAV4 and I have a Corolla (obviously it’s really the Toyota car parts she likes).  The Corolla sits a lot lower, and the seats are higher in relation to the windows.  The car is a compact sedan, so it has that low slung feel, but in reality, the windows start pretty low.  In the RAV4, which is a small SUV, the windows are a little higher and there’s an armrest underneath the window, so she stands on that and kind of arches out the window. 

She seems to enjoy this, but if we have to stop relatively short she’s easily off-balance.  In the Corolla, the window is perfect height for her to just stick her head out while standing flat on the seat.  She’s never off balance, which I, as her owner, like, but she just looks so thrilled when she’s arched up and sticking her head out the window.  Does anyone have any ideas on how to settle the debate?

Technorati Tags: Golden doodle, Toyota car parts

Tags: Parts & Accessories // Add Comment »

What child doesn’t dream of a trip to Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida? What little girl doesn’t want to have her picture taken with her favorite princess? What little boy doesn’t want to meet Mickey, Donald Duck or Pluto? Disney is a favorite destination for families with small children who are amazed and dazzled by the wondrous world of fantasy.  Planning your children’s dream vacation takes planning from hotels, airplane reservations, rental cars and tickets to the attractions.

Once your dates for travel have been selected, it is important to ensure hotel accommodations as well as plan travel reservations. If you are arriving by air or train, schedule an Orlando car rental for pick up to shuttle you and your family to and from your hotel to the parks in and around Orlando. If you are planning on driving to Orlando from your home state, make sure to bring your DVD player for the kiddies to enjoy on the long journey.

Next time you are thinking about a family vacation, if you really want to score points with the children, book yourselves on a vacation of a lifetime to Disney World. While your children will be thrilled with your decision, you will have fun too. Just don’t forget your camera!

Technorati Tags: DVD player, Orlando car rental

Tags: Recreational Vehicles // Add Comment »

The U.S. Automotive industry is not the only country being adversely affected by the steep declines in new vehicle sales. The 12 manufacturers that comprise the Japanese auto industry saw declines of 15% over the past year ending in March.

Japanese exports fell nearly 17% over the past year; a 7 year low according to the Bloomberg report.

With more Japanese manufactured vehicles built outside of the country, most of the country’s automakers also saw decreases in production overseas for the second straight year. With many of the U.S. auto makers stating publicly they will have summer layoff periods to try and counter the decreased supply demands, to date, no Japanese automakers have released statements indicating their workers will be forced into unpaid vacations.

One can only wonder, however, if that news is likely to stand if overall production continues to decrease. Ultimately it is demand that drives the manufacture of new vehicles, and while the Japanese are world leaders in on-demand production, there is a key at work: DEMAND!

If the Japanese people and the rest of the world are purchasing fewer Japanese made cars, clearly, their auto industry may face some of the same bleak outlooks that are afflicting American manufacturers.

Technorati Tags: Mitsubishi parts, Suzuki parts, Toyota accessories

Tags: Manufacturers // Add Comment »

I am going today to go look for toyota 4×4 parts because I have decided I want to trick out my truck so that I can take it out to the desert or up into the mountains and really go crazy with it. I love off roading but I have not been able to do much with my truck because it is kind of wimpy right now. I think it needs to have a lift kit added to it so that I do not have to worry about those dumb old rocks and the little dips and ditches and potholes that there always are in the dirt roads that I like to take my truck out to when I go out in the desert or the mountains.

I have not actually bought a toyota part for a long time because until this I have not had to or wanted to really do anything about my truck because it has not caused me any problems or anything. So I guess in a way my giving the truck a lift and whatever else I decide to do to it to make it easier for the truck to be able to get around where I want to go is almost like a gift of thanks to my truck for never letting me down.

Technorati Tags: 4 parts, Toyota 4, Toyota part, truck

Tags: Parts & Accessories // Add Comment »

If you are coming into a new city in Florida, your cheap car rentals Florida options are many. There are some companies that stand out from the rest, though and these are the companies you want to work with. They provide you with good pricing, often very affordable. Some offer discounts that can help you to save even more money when you work with them. For other companies, quality customer service is what keeps their regular customers coming back. The good news is that with Miami car rental, you can have it all. These companies are available to provide you with a range of services to meet your needs.

Rental cars are perhaps most commonly used since they are located right at the hub of Florida Airports. They are also some of the best in the business for their ability to meet your specific needs. As you consider which company to work with, remember that customer service is one of the keys to success. You do not want to wait long, you do not want to pay too much and you may need some advance sometimes. A good quality company can provide this for you without any trouble. You want to count on them.

Technorati Tags: cheap car rentals Florida, Florida Airports, Miami car rental

Tags: General // Add Comment »

I’ve been doing my own mechanic work on my Ford for many years and throughout those years I have learned one valuable lesson; Never us anything other than OEM Ford parts!  Most other “Ford parts” are made in China or Taiwan and won’t last nearly as long.  If it doesn’t have an OEM number on it, might as well throw it in the trash.

When I first started replacing parts on my truck I used just about anything I could find that was the cheapest.  After a few years, I realized the only parts that were now wearing out were the ones that I replaces most recent!  I then talked to a buddy of mine that works at a Fort Worth Ford dealer and he just started laughing at me.  He told me it served me right for not calling him sooner.  There is a reason dealers only use genuine parts - all the rest are junk!  Since then he has guided me in the right direction on what and where to get my parts. So long story short; after spending a few hundred bucks on parts that don’t belong even in a lawn mower, I learned to cough up a little extra to insure that I only need to replace it once!

Technorati Tags: Fort Worth Ford dealer, OEM Ford parts

Tags: Auto Dealers // Add Comment »

“Beep, beep” is for little, puny cars. When you sound the horn in your truck, you want people to take notice. You want them to be startled. You want the loud blast only truck air horns can give you. After all, what will make a car get out of your way faster than an earsplitting air horn?

How Do They Work?
An air horn is composed of a pressurized air source coupled to a horn. A valve allows the device to be turned on and off.

What are They Made From?

The trumpets, which emit the sound, can be made from plastic for durability. Companies, like Hella and Wolo make high-quality plastic air horns. Other air horns are made from two metal chrome plating, which looks amazing on the top of the truck!

How are They Installed?

Well, you can order an air horn from the Internet and install it yourself. There are many premium air horn kits available online that come with warranties and comprehensive instructions. They can be installed easily, and all of the hardware is typically included. Or, you can simply go to a body shop and have a professional install the accessory for you. Quick and easy!

Chrome accessories like air horns are not for the everyday driver. These hardcore truck accessories separate the car driver from the truck driver.

Technorati Tags: chrome accessories, Hella, truck accessories, truck air horns

Tags: Parts & Accessories // Add Comment »

If you have just bought a truck and like to keep your tools near then you may want to consider the investment in a truck tool box. Somewhere you will keep your tools and store your supplies for the work that you have to do. You will need a way to organize your tools and to keep them safe. You may even need to consider getting ladder racks to add onto your truck as well in order complete the package that you have for the tools that you use. However before you even consider adding on any of these items you will probably want to install a bed liner into the back of your truck in order to protect the paint on the inside of the bed of your truck.

Consider all of the options that you have when you are going to add any of these accessories on your truck. Look at all of the different things that you can add or change when you are doing modifications to your truck. Consider all of the items you can add and determine which are the most useful and which will make the most difference aesthetically. Decide on what you want to add and not what someone else does.

Technorati Tags: bed liner, ladder racks, truck tool box

Tags: Parts & Accessories // Add Comment »

We’ve all heard people say that as soon as you drive a car off the lot, it loses its value. Traditionally, cars have been viewed as poor investments. You’re rarely able to get anywhere near the amount of money you put into them.

But there are some things you can do to add value to your car. Here are 3 tips for improving your car’s worth.

• 1. Keep it Clean- Yes, this tip sounds silly, but it’s true. Simply washing and detailing your car on a regular basis will help it maintain its maximum value. A detailed interior and exterior cleaning will prevent stains and corrosion. A little maintenance goes a long way.
• 2. Add Useful Accessories- Another thing you can do to increase your car’s value is to add useful accessories to it. By adding Toyota accessories that improve the usability of your automobile, you enhance its worth. Just make sure you’re adding genuine Toyota parts to your car, not cheap imitations.
• 3. Follow the Maintenance Plan- Beyond adding Toyota auto parts, you also need to follow the recommended vehicle maintenance plan. This includes routine oil changes, rotating your tires, changing old filters, replacing worn out parts, and getting an engine tune-up.

  All of these tips will help you get the most out of your auto investment.

Technorati Tags: auto maintenance, genuine Toyota parts, Toyota accessories, Toyota auto parts

Tags: Auto Dealers // Add Comment »

I’ve had my current SUV about seven years, and it’s about time that I replaced it.  It has well over 100,000 miles on it, and although it runs just fine, it’s starting to make these strange noises that magically cease to happen whenever I take it into the dealership to get looked it.  The mileage is getting worse and worse, and the A/C has this swampy smell.

I really would like another SUV, apologies to the green movement.  However, I would like something with as little impact on the environment (and my pocketbook) as possible.  I’ve been looking at car magazines, reading about the hybrids, but I still have my hesitations, so this weekend, I’ll be perusing the car dealerships, taking a bunch of different cars for a ride.  Anyone have any good ideas on an SUV that might work for me?

Technorati Tags: environment, gas mileage, SUV

Tags: Auto Dealers // Add Comment »