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The Best Car Accessories To Keep You Warm This Winter

admin — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 07:00:45 +0000

If there’s one thing that people hate about winter it’s being cold.

Whether it’s scraping ice of your windshield or waiting for the heater in your car to warm up, no one likes freezing in their car.

To make your winter driving experience more bearable, here are a few accessories that will help keep you warm this winter.

Remote Starter – A remote starter can come in handy on those cold winter days. With a remote starter, you can start up your vehicle from the comforts of your home. This is a great way to warm up your car on those cold days.

Seat Warmers – These are a must for any vehicle. In the old days, you could only get seat warmers in luxury vehicles. Now, you can get them in just about any car. If you’re looking to upgrade the seats in your Toyota, you’ll want to talk to someone that specializes in Toyota OEM parts. They’ll be able to tell you if it’s possible to install in your Toyota.

Heavy Duty Floor Mats – Heavy duty floor mats keep your car nice and dry, and in the process, keep your feet warm. If you get a lot of snow in your area, you may want to consider a set of heavy duty floor mats for your Toyota.

Heated Wiper Blades – These are great time saver, so you don’t have to freeze while scraping ice off your windshield. You’ll keep your hands dry and warm with heated wiper blades for your car or truck.

All of these accessories will help keep you warm this winter. What winter accessories do you have in your vehicle? Leave your comments below.

The Best Toyota Vehicles For Large Families

admin — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 07:00:54 +0000

When it comes to finding the right vehicle for your family, Toyota has plenty of options.

Here are some of our favorite Toyota vehicles that are great for families. These vehicles are great for carpooling, family vacations and more!

Toyota Sienna – The Toyota Sienna is one of the best-selling minivans on the market today. It has won the Motor Trend Minivan Comparison Test and has some of the best steering and handling.

The Toyota Sienna comes with some great accessories including rear-seat entertainment. Also, Toyota Sienna parts are easy to find. You can learn more about the Sienna by watching this video.

Toyota Land Cruiser – The Toyota Land Cruiser has plenty of space for long road trips with the family. When it comes to Toyota SUVs, the Land Cruiser has everything in it. Options include:

Voice Activated Touch Screen DVD Navigation System
Six Disc CD/DVD Changer
XM Radio
iPod Connectivity

These are just a few of the features available in the Land Cruiser.

Toyota 4Runner – The Toyota 4Runner is a great option for families looking for an SUV at a great price. The 4Runner is one of Toyota’s most popular SUVs. They’re very reliable, and it’s very easy to find Toyota 4Runner parts.

In this video, you can see how you can pair your smartphone with the 4Runner navigation system.

These are just a few options. What Toyotas do you think make the best family vehicles? Leave your comments below.

The Best Accessories For Your Toyota Sienna

admin — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 07:00:54 +0000

If you’re looking for a great family vehicle, you can’t go wrong with the Toyota Sienna.

It’s won Motor Trend’s Minivan Comparison Test and has some of the best power, handling and steering. There are also a lot of great Toyota Sienna parts and accessories.

If you’re looking for some great accessories for your Toyota Sienna, here are some of our favorites.

Rear Seat Entertainment – Keep your kids as well as adult travelers occupied with videos and video games with the rear seat entertainment system. The video monitors mount to the back of the front passenger and driver seats.
Cargo Organizers – Keep things neat with the innovative Toyota cargo organizer for the Sienna. The Sienna accessory features bins that allow you to keep things neatly organized.
Remote Engine Start – This is great for those cold winter days when you don’t want to go outside. Start your Sienna from the comforts of your home with the remote engine start.
Roof Rack – This is perhaps one of the most overlooked Toyota Sienna accessories. A roof rack comes in handy for those long road trips and ski and sled trips during the winter.
All Weather Floor Mats – Another accessory option you may want to consider is all weather floor mats. These mats will keep your interior protected during winter as well as after soccer practice. They’re a good investment.

These are some of our favorite Toyota Sienna accessories. When buying parts and accessories, go with Toyota OEM parts. They’re better quality and match the look of your minivan. Do you own a Toyota Sienna? What do you think of it?

The Top 10 Toyota SUV Accessories

admin — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 07:00:34 +0000

If you’re looking for some great Toyota accessories for your Rav4, 4Runner, FJ Cruiser or Highlander, consider these top 10 Toyota SUV accessories.

1. Carpet Floor Mats – Protect your SUV’s interior with Toyota floor mats. You can get them with the model name embroidered on the mats.

2. Satellite Radio – Get hundreds of commercial free radio stations with XM satellite radio for your Toyota SUV.

3. Remote Key Start – Start your Toyota SUV from the comforts of your home. With a push of the button, you can start your SUV to activate heater and A/C functions.

4. iPod Kit – Have an iPod charger cable built right into your glove box. This allows you to easily charge your iPod without all the hassles of carrying around charging adaptors.

5. Cargo Tote – This is a great item for the storage area in your SUV. It allows you to nicely organize items so they are easy to reach.

6. Tube Steps – These rust-resistant aluminum steps enhance the look of your SUV and make it easy to get in an out of your vehicle. Most are easy to install and require no drilling.

7. Spare Tire Cover – This helps to keep your spare tire clean and give your Toyota SUV a stylized look. It helps to protect against dust, dirt and debris.

8. Cargo Net – This envelope style net is installed in the back of your Toyota SUV. It’s a great way to prevent items from rolling around in the back of your SUV.

9. Mud Guards – Protect your SUV from dirt, mud and rocks. The Toyota mud guards are specifically designed for your Toyota SUV.

10. Paint Protection Film – This film is applied on the hood of your Toyota SUV and helps protect against stones, bugs and other road debris that can damage your SUV.

In addition to these accessories, always be sure to use genuine Toyota parts. Like genuine Toyota accessories, these are of higher quality and were specifically designed by Toyota.

The Top Holiday Gifts For Toyota Owners

admin — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 07:00:47 +0000

Having trouble getting a family member or a friend a holiday gift? If they own a Toyota, you may want to consider Toyota accessories.

Here are some of the best accessories for Toyota cars, trucks and SUVs.

Toyota Camry – For the Toyota Camry, consider getting Camry door still enhancements. These aluminum trim enhancements protect your Camry’s interior and include a custom silk-screened Camry logo.

Toyota Prius – There are lots of great Prius accessories. For a holiday gift, consider getting the Prius rear bumper applique. This helps to protect the Prius bumper from scratches. It provides great scratch protection.

Toyota 4Runner – The cargo tote for the Toyota 4Runner is a great gift idea. It’s reasonably priced and helps keep any 4Runner organized.

Toyota Corolla – For a Corolla owner, consider the Interface Kit for iPod. This kit allows you to install a custom iPod charger in a Corolla’s glove box. It’s great for that person that listens to a lot of music.

Toyota Tundra – A Toyota bed mat is always a great option for any Tundra owner. Toyota’s bed mat is custom molded to perfectly fit the Tundra. The Tundra bed mat keeps cargo in its place.

Any of these ideas would make great holiday gifts. For more ideas, visit the Toyota Parts Center Accessories Page.

Car Accessories Your Dog Will Drool Over

admin — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 07:00:13 +0000

If you’re a dog owner, your dog is probably going to ride in your car or truck at some point or another.

To make your ride more comfortable, you may want to consider getting some of the car accessories for dogs below. These car accessories for dogs will make your driving experience a lot more enjoyable.

Seat Covers – If your dog travels a lot in your car, you may want to consider getting some seat covers. These come in all shapes and fabrics. A seat cover will protect your seats from dog hair and rips in the seat fabric.

Dog Crate – If you own a pickup truck, you may want to consider installing a crate in the back of your pickup. You never want to let you dog ride in the truck bed without crate. It’s dangerous. Make sure the crate is properly fastened to the truck bed.

Dog Barrier – There are various types of fences/barriers that you can install in your vehicle to prevent your dog from jumping into the front seats. These barriers ensure that your dog will stay in the back of your car or SUV.

Traveling Water Bowl – These come in handy for long road trips. It’s important to keep your dog hydrated. Having a portable water bowl will do the job.

All of these accessories are great for your dog. If you’re looking for human car accessories such as Toyota accessories, consider visiting Olathe Toyota Parts.

What type of dog do you own? We would love to hear from you! Leave your comments below.

Great Interior Accessories And Items For Your Toyota

admin — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 07:00:00 +0000

Does your Toyota need an upgrade?

If you’re looking for ways to enhance the look and feel of the inside of your Toyota, consider some of the interior accessories and items below.

Floor Mats: If you want to protect the interior of your Toyota, you’re going to need a great set of floor mats. From any Toyota parts dealer, you can purchase factory floor mats that will match the interior of your vehicle.

AC Power Converter: If you’re looking to plug things into your car, consider purchasing a power converter. This is a quick and easy way to plug in standard electronic equipment right into your vehicle.

Rear Seat Covers: If you have a dog, consider purchasing rear seat covers to protect your seats from dirt and rips in your interior fabric. This is a must if you own a dog that travels a lot in your car.

First Aid Kit: Whether you keep it under the seat or in your trunk, your car needs a first aid kit. It’s important to keep a small first aid kit around for emergencies.

GPS Navigation Unit: If your car didn’t come with GPS navigation, you may want to consider purchasing a portable unit. They come in handy when you’re traveling on vacation or on business trips.

All of these accessories are great options for your vehicle. What types of interior accessories do you have in your vehicle?

The Top 5 Vehicle Accessories For Any Football Fan

admin — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 07:00:17 +0000

Football season is in full swing! Thank goodness there wasn’t a lockout.

If you’re like most football fans, you may be doing a little tailgating.

In case you didn’t know, you can transform any Toyota truck into the ultimate tailgating vehicle. All you need are the following items.

Truck Cap: A truck cap is a great investment. A truck caps protects any valuable items that you may be carrying for a tailgate from potential thieves as well as weather. Many people build custom compartments in their truck cap to store beverages and other items.

Grill: A tailgate wouldn’t be a party without a good grill. Party King Grills offers neat hitch-mounted portable grills. The grill attaches to your trucks hitch and swings out when you’re read to use it.

Keg Cooler: Why settle for cans of beer when you can have draft beer. Installing a keg cooler into the back of your truck can make your truck the center of any tailgating party.

Great Stereo: Finally, you’ll need to have a great stereo with excellent speakers. Listening to the pregame show or listening to music is a must for any tailgate. The stereo in the Toyota below may be a little too much.

Other Accessories: Tailgating is all based on preference. Also consider looking for accessories with a company that sells Toyota parts. They may have some Tacoma accessories or Tundra accessories that will be great for any tailgate.

A Preview of Popular Aftermarket Accessories for Toyota

admin — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 07:00:18 +0000

Customizing your vehicle with aftermarket accessories can add a personal touch to make it feel like your own. There are many accessories that exist for all Toyota models.

Here are a few popular ones that you can add to most models:

Mudguards

Mudguards help protect the paint on your vehicle from mud, dirt, and stones while driving. Most mudguards integrate right in with the body panels of the vehicle.

Cargo Nets

Cargo nets provide extra handy storage in your trunk. They help organize the trunk and prevent things from shifting while driving. Most cargo nets are model-specific so pay attention to this before ordering one.

Floor Mats

Floor mats help protect the interior of your vehicle from dirt, debris, and other things that can ruin it. While most vehicles come with floor mats, you can purchase heavy-duty ones if you wish.

iPod Integration Kits

If your vehicle does not have an auxiliary input for an iPod or other MP3 players, many options exist to help make this possible. Make sure the kit that you buy is compatible with your device.

With the amount of accessories that exist for your Toyota, you will be able to create a vehicle that is unique and yours.

Also remember there are tons of great accessories made by Toyota. Also consider Toyota accessories the next time that you’re shopping for Toyota Camry parts or Toyota Corolla parts.

Web Technologies in Your Car

admin — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 07:00:18 +0000

As the Internet becomes more integrated into our lives, it is also becoming a bigger part of many things we use everyday. This includes automobiles.

Every year, more and more cars are starting to feature technology that relies on the Internet.

This list now includes:

Toyota offers a service that allows you to use web apps such as Pandora and Bing. It’s called Entune.
Facebook in GM vehicles equipped with OnStar service.
BMW offering an iPad docking port in certain models.
Audi integrating Google Earth into its navigation system.
Mercedes offering steering wheel mounted controls for Pandora as it streams from a smartphone through Bluetooth.
MyFord Touch vehicle integration with Pandora and several other web apps

In the future, this list will continue to grow. Consumers can count on greater integration of the Internet and other technology in vehicles in years to come.

This is because consumer technology is now the main driving force behind progress in the automotive industry.

It is hard to say exactly what the future will hold, but it is certain that it will include more integrated technology.