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   Tuesday, October 2, 2007

The luxury in the 2008 Lexus LX 570 Full-Size Luxury Utility Vehicle
The all-new third-generation LX features more technological advancements that provide additional power, safety, roominess, both on- and off-road capability, and most importantly, luxury.
Vice President and General Manager, Bob Carter, of Lexus Division Group said the all-new LX 570 is packed with the luxury appointments and seamless technology our buyers expect of a Lexus vehicle. He also said this vehicle sets a high-water mark for Lexus by providing more on- and off-highway prowess than ever before, while at the same time providing the amount of interior space, comfort, luxury and ride quality our customers demand.
This all-new car from Lexus has improved power performance from. It is equipped with a powerful 5.7-liter V8 engine that will produce 381 horsepower. The engine will be matched to a new six-speed sequential-shift automatic transmission designed and built for large tasks. Both the engine and transmission are controlled and linked by sophisticated electronic management systems that help ensure optimal performance and fuel economy, with minimal emissions at all times.
With its upgraded power train matched with a new chassis and suspension system, the LX 570 has a towing capacity of 8,500 pounds.
A Four-Wheel Electro-Hydraulic Suspension with Active Height Control (AHC) and Adaptive Variable Suspension is used. The new cross-linked system allows each wheel to react to the driving surface it is in contact with and also to react to the actions of the opposing wheels. Using a valve at each corner and a center or master valve, the cross-linked suspension system detects the extension or deflection of each of the LX 570's 20-inch wheels and counters that with appropriate response at the opposite wheels.
The Lexus LX 570 also includes a new Crawl Control feature for increased throttle control when maneuvering over rough or difficult surfaces. In low range, Crawl Control will help maintain appropriate low speeds allowing the driver to concentrate on steering the car on the desired path. Similar to cruise control in maintaining vehicle speed, Crawl Control also actuates a set of virtual locking differentials to minimize tire slippage and to maximize chassis behavior.
While Crawl Control can be compared in some ways to cruise control, the driver constantly maintains control over the vehicle. Without canceling the Crawl Control mode, the driver can reduce vehicle speed by braking, or alter the speed higher or lower by adjusting a speed selector switch.
The new LX 570 also features a multi-terrain ABS braking system. This new technology is designed to help reduce stopping distances on slippery surfaces such as sand or gravel.
Among its other advanced technologies, the Lexus LX 570 also offer a new blind corner monitor feature designed for use in urban settings such as exiting a parking garage. With cameras located within the grille and under the passenger side-view mirror, the driver can easily check hard-to-view areas by simply pressing a button on the dashboard and viewing the camera images on the navigation screen.
The luxury styling of the new LX 570 emphasizes the Lexus identity by combining the muscular strength and sense of security expected in a four-wheel-drive utility vehicle with the simplistic originality of the Lexus L-finesse design theme. It is therefore more dynamic and refined than its predecessor. The bold theme of the new LX carries over from front to rear with a wide stance and brawny cabin proportions that are accented with subtle character lines and luxury touches such as chrome-plated door handles and moldings. Added to these is the cargo rack.
The LX 570 is huge and very masculine that the cargo racks, at a glace can be seen as a truck cargo tracks. These are very essential in putting up additional loads to the vehicle.
The cut-line above the front fenders adds to the performance image of the new LX while the wheel arches add an element of ruggedness to its clean profile. The running boards are fitted closer to the body to provide a more integrated appearance.
In the rear, the LX features a sculpted rear door for a more dynamic look and wide combination lights for a large size vision. The combination lights and license plate are accentuated with tasteful chrome accents. A six-spoke 20-inch alloy wheel design creates a two-dimensional appearance that is very sporty yet elegant.
The styling is complemented with Adaptive Front Headlights, a power back door, puddle lamps, headlight washers and a front wiper deicer.
The interior is very spacious. And for enhanced safety, the new LX features a segment-leading 10 standard airbags including driver- and front-passenger knee airbags, second-row seat-mounted side airbags and third-row curtains. Among the many safety features on the new LX are Active Front Headrests, a first for a Lexus utility vehicle, second-row seat belt, and a direct tire pressure monitor system.
The Lexus LX 570 has indeed several luxury amenities. Additional to those mentioned earlier are theclimate controlled front seats and heated rear seats, a 19-speaker Mark Levinson audio system with Reference Surround Sound and a hard disc drive capable of storing up to 2,000 songs, a rear seat entertainment system with a nine-inch screen, the Lexus Intuitive Park Assist, a first-in-its-class Pre-Collision System with Adaptive Cruise Control and Lexus Link.
Luxury packages further include semi-aniline leather interior trim, a cool box in the front center console, illuminated scuff plates, unique wheel finish, a Smart Card key, and Bubinga wood trim, a wood used to craft fine furniture, instruments.


Do's in Finding the Right Car for You
Finding the right car is to some because of several factors that spontaneously enters in the mind. To organize your thoughts in deciding what car to buy, do the following:
Know the type of car you need.
A “need” is different from a “want”. A need speaks of a necessity; the basic that you can’t live without. A want, on the other hand, is that which makes your senses full, but it is not necessarily what you need.
If you examine your needs rather than wants, you will quickly discover what the right car is for you. Take time to think what car is really best for you; that which can accommodate the entire family perhaps or that which will complement the nature of your job.
People usually buy cars which are eye-catching, say in color or brand. But what most does not immediately realize is the long term effect the car can bring about. Suddenly, you just caught yourself regretting for buying such car and realizing you do not need the car, you just wanted it.
Before buying, you can probably ask yourself: “What safety features do you want? Do you require a lot of cargo-carrying capacity? Is the cargo liner enough to accommodate everything that will enter the car?
Do budgeting.
Money is, no doubt, what you need to materialize your plan of getting a car. Analyze carefully if you can really afford to buy the vehicle. Planning will be useless if your money is insufficient.
Consider all the vehicles in that class.
Today's new car (and truck) market is filled with great products. Most shoppers have difficulty keeping up with all of the vehicles manufacturers introduce and the changes they are making to their older vehicles, so it's important to do your research. The internet is a very good avenue in doing such research. There are several websites that market automobile parts and concerns.
Consider all the costs of ownership
“Great power comes with great responsibility” – This was the famous line of superhero Spiderman. Owning a car means having power over it. Yes, upon transfer of ownership from the seller to you, you will be granted with all the privileges an owner has. But, like the famous line suggests, you already have the responsibility on your car.
The more luxury the car has, the harder for you to store and maintain it. Be sure you can maintain it from the engines, cargo liners, lights, roofs, tires, brakes, seats, doors, windows, and all the other parts.
Schedule an appointment for a test drive.
It's a good idea to make your initial contact with a dealership by phone before going there in person. This can give you some sense of the business atmosphere you will be dealing with throughout the buying or leasing process. Additionally, this can give you an idea if the dealer is worth dealing with.
You make your initial contact with the Internet manager either with an e-mail message or over the telephone. If you called the Internet department, tell the salesperson that you want to set up a test drive — but that you won't be buying right away. However, assure them that you will buy there if you decide to purchase this particular model, and if they can offer the vehicle at a fair price.
Be reminded that if you deal with the standard salesperson, he or she will try to start the negotiations at a high price with the expectation of being negotiated down. However, the Internet manager will often quote you a "rock-bottom" price as soon as negotiations begin. A few minutes taken to set up an appointment with the Internet manager can save you both time and money.
Know how to test drive a car.
The goal of a test drive is to experience the same type of driving conditions the car will be used for after purchase. If you commute, drive the car in both stop-and-go traffic and at freeway speeds. If you frequently drive into the mountains, try to find some steep grades to climb. Drive over bumps, take tight corners at aggressive, but as much as possible not at dangerous speeds, and test the brakes in a safe location, such as a deserted parking lot. Get in and out of the car several times and be sure to sit in the backseat, especially if you plan on carrying passengers. In short, ask yourself what it will be like to live with this car for a number of years.
Consider one last thing: your intuition. If you are uneasy about the car, follow your instincts. A vehicle purchase decision is too important and expensive to undertake without total confidence.
Do the buying cycle
After considering the six listed tips, narrow down your choices. Decide rationally what to buy. You are finally ready to visit your car dealer and purchase an investment.


Just Enough to Cover Everything
It is important to protect your car before, while and after using it. Since it is an investment, like any other bonds in the stock market, your car needs protection so that every single cost you incurred are all worth it.
A car cover has fabrics that can help protect your vehicles interior and finish from sun, dew and pollutants. This is the best protection for your car when not use.
Installing it may seem easy. But inappropriate procedure will result to damages to the car cover and eventually to your vehicle. If your cover is equipped with mirror pockets, it is very important that the mirror pockets be placed over the side mirrors before the ends of the cover are stretched over the front and rear bumpers.
Some vehicles have very sharp bumpers, hood ornaments, moldings, and the like. Reinforce the inside of the cover at areas exposed to severe consumption using cloth-reinforced duct tape.
If your vehicle has an outside radio antenna which will not retract, you will have to provide an opening in the cover:
Make an antenna opening through removing the antenna and installing the cover on the vehicle. Making sure it is properly aligned and positioned. Using a sharp pencil, punch a hole through the fabric at the antenna location. If the antenna is not easily removed, see next procedure.
Place the cover on the vehicle except for the fender or body panel where the antenna is located.
To remove car cover, release both ends of the cover from under the bumpers. Fold up both sides onto the top of the vehicle into a long pile approximately. Start at the front of the vehicle and fold the cover in three foot (1 meter) folds from the front to the back.
Now it seems complicated. But if you use the same procedure, you will find it only takes about a minute to install or to remove the cover.
You already get used to install and remove those covers. The next thing to keep in mind is the cleaning and washing.
Any cover will slowly collect dust on its underside, picked up from contact with the surface of the vehicle. If the cover becomes soiled in a few spots, light brushing with a soft rag will remove most dirt. For persistent soils, follow these tips:
Wet the soiled area with water.
Wash with liquid Fantastic All Purpose Cleaner, working the lather into the soiled area using a sponge.
Rinse thoroughly with water to remove all cleaner residues which can cause extra fabric leakage if left on the cover.
Airs dry completely.
Contaminants in the air, both within closed and open areas, can build-up damage to your car and dull its surface. The best investment you can make in maintaining all the exterior surfaces of your vehicle is the regular use of a car cover. It therefore means car covers are as important as the other car accessories which you choose for your vehicle.
The general rule is “always read the instructions in using and maintaining your car cover because different brands have different guides.”