Japanese Car Guide

今日の車業界で日本を代表するブランドはトヨタとホンダだ。 両方のメーカーはよく出来、そして独自の進歩した技術を持っており、また1番燃費の良い車の競争の先駆けとなった。 もしあなたが1番燃費の良い車を探しているなら、トヨタ・プリウスはホンダ・シビックよりも勝っている が、もしあなたが耐久性のある車を探しているなら、ホンダ車はもっと長持ちすると言えるだろう。 製造元が整備点検に応じ5年から10年間、車に問題の無い事を提供してくれるだろう。 トヨタ車は耐久性がないと言っているわけではないが、ホンダ車は丈夫な物質で作ってあるがゆえ、 弱点は、ホンダのデザインは過剰で部品は高級だ。 トヨタのシンプルなデザインは、ホンダ車よりも簡単にそして安く維持できる。 トヨタ車はライバル車よりもより長く良い形を維持させられる。 結論：ホンダを買おう。 もし10年目に突入したら新車を買う必要になるのだから。

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The popular Mitsubishi Eclipse coupe has gotten a new top line model. The car, sporty as it looks, comes with a 2 door hatch back in GS, SE and GT model. It also offers Spyder convertibles in GS and GT. Its rear window is fitted with heated glass. The GS and SE prides with a 162hp, 2.4liter, four cylinder engine. While the GT has a 3.8liter V6 at 263hp. Newest release in 2008 is the SE V6 model that is fitted with the GT engine plus some added features. Optional Automatic transmission. The GTs have traction control as standard safety feature, while the new SE V6 has anti-skid system that is exclusively available for the model. The SE V6 is made elegant by the leather upholstery and the sunroof.

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Honda recently announced sales in Japan of the new Odyssey and it began in October 17. The new and remodeled Honda Odyssey features a low floor and low center-of-gravity package that provides a low profile roofline and performance much better than ordinary minivans altogether. It has a very spacious cabin. The new Odyssey is also equipped with advanced safety technologies, primarily the company’s priority. It includes the new Multi-view Camera System. A special version equipped with a lift-up front passenger seat. Available on sale this November. The design was conceptualized with the emotive quality in mind. It hopes to move all who experience it. This is the fourth generation Odyssey. It provides a fusion of the human and machine interface, a liberating feeling for the passengers. It gives a distinctive presence. So, the all-new Odyssey was developed to evoke strong emotions in every condition, when riding in it, driving it and simply looking at it.

The 2 leading Japanese car manufacturers today are Toyota and Honda. Both cars are well made and have there own technological advances. They also lead the race for the most fuel efficient cars. If you’re looking for the most fuel efficient car, the Toyota Prius has an edge over the Honda Civic. But if you’re looking for durability, I would say that Honda cars are more durable. They will give you 5-10 trouble free years provided you comply with the manufacturers scheduled maintenance checks. I’m not saying that Toyota cars are not durable, its just that Honda cars are made of sturdier stuff. On the down side, Honda’s design is redundant and parts are expensive. Toyota’s simpler designs make it easier and cheaper to maintain than Honda’s. This allows Toyota cars to be in top shape far longer than their competitors. Verdict: buy a Honda. If it reaches 10 years you really have to get a new car anyway.

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Aside from car indemnity and repairs, the skyrocketing price of gasoline gives extra burden to car owners. Today, each dollar spent on gasoline is worth a day’s meal for some people. That is why keeping energy becomes a topic of significance among car owners. They find ways to save gas and in the process, save money.

Here are some tips to accumulate gas and money without cutting your trip or losing those valuable miles:

1. At all times keep your car in check. Keep in mind that when your car is in a poor state, the more it burns fuel.
2. Use your car air conditioner carefully. Air conditioners use up further energy so make sure they are on a lower situation. Never use air conditioner when your windows are not closed.
3. Arrange your trip precisely so you don’t use up more gasoline than natural. You can avoid unnecessary driving by checking for directions sooner than your trip.
4. Know the kind of gasoline suited to your vehicle. How? Read the Manual. This will keep you from using a pricier gasoline that is not designed for your car type.

Buying a car through a financing deal is not only a common practice, but it is also what many people are more capable of doing nowadays, financially speaking. Here are some auto loan do�s to point you in the right direction:

1. Do analyze your finances. Before shopping for a new car, know how much you can afford. You should not let the dealership figure it all out for you. By being aware of how much down payment you can make, how much monthly payment you can pay and oftentimes, how much you can get out of your current car, you will save on hassle, time and energy.

2. Do research on the cheapest financing deals. Before giving in to dealership, try to research a little on the cheapest financing deals in the market. You never know how many credit unions and organizations on the web offer access to rates not necessarily offered by regular banks.

3. Do calculate the total amount to be paid. Once the deal�s been finalized, take time to figure out the total amount the car is really costing you. For long-term loans with interest, you might be shocked by the total worth of the car.

Welcome to our new blog on Japanese cars. From now on, this will be your one-stop shop to the ever-growing online resources on Japanese cars. We provide reviews, information, updates and other interesting materials for Japanese car fans to appreciate and enjoy.

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by Andrea Mella

JVC Mobile Division whose goal is to build a great sounding show car with lots of custom work to make it one –of-a kind. To elaborate on the system, they put into a test a Civic which boasts a custom red and black interior that is strikingly appealing and oh so loaded to the hilt. On the outside, a custom body kit adorns the Civic’s body along with a host of essential tuner items which can be found on the interior and the engine bay. The sound path starts with JVC’s new KW-AVX800 2 DIN head unit with 7-inch QVGA touch-screen monitor. This versatile unit can play multiple audio and video sources in the car, with a USB interface and SD card slot for WMA/MP3 players including AAC and DivX.

by Andrea Mella

Other rivals have come and many more are coming, but nothing comes close to VTEC supremacy for engine efficiency. The latest Civic has the core of what makes a Honda, a Honda. Perhaps it amuses Honda engineers to no end for the tables to turn in favor of the Civic against  its perennial rival, the Corolla. Dethroning the Corolla from the seat of sales supremacy has been known to happen before but not bloody likely as Toyota will become number one. The Honda Civic is a greater car, even if its shape challenges one’s loyalty to the brand. Indeed, it is in the Honda essence to have high heels of high tech, even if the average Honda owner doesn’t exploit it at all.

by Andrea Mella

The new Nissan Teana comes from the tradition of uncompromising Japanesecraftmanship that creates objects of art built for the ages. Thus, no detail has been spared to make the Teana the discerning owner’s ride of choice: real world performance, superb ride and handling, supreme comfort and outstanding build quality. It has an intelligent key that do all the sensors without you even lifting a finger-lock, unlock, and switch on and off. The rear camera, maneuvers in tight conditions has never been easier. Nissan’s Triple-S Safety Concept: Vehicle Dynamic Control, ABS with EBD, SRS Airbags x 6. One test drive, and you’ll know this is the ride you’ve been waiting for.