People ask me if they should use synthetic oil in their new trucks, and I always answer \”It depends.\” Synthetic oil is better than regular oil for a lot of different reasons. Synthetic is a better lubricant, it maintains its integrity at high temperatures, it is usually pure without any contaminants, and it won\’t become sludge even when it\’s abused. To many people, the obvious benefits of synthetic oil mean that they should start using it in their new truck tomorrow. However, it really depends on how you take care of your Tundra.

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Toyota Motor Sales was founded in the U.S. in 1957, and in the 50 years since Toyota has grown from a small Japanese car company to one of the largest auto manufacturers in the world. The history of Toyota is the quintessential rags-to-riches story, and a big part of that story is the growth of Toyota trucks. Toyota\’s 50th anniversary seems like a good time to tell the history of Toyota trucks in the U.S.

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For die-hard fans of off-road racing, the word \”Ironman\” doesn\’t conjure images of Robert Downey, Jr in a tight metal suit, or Stan Lee, who created the Ironman comic series. They\’ll think of Ivan Stewart, whose legendary career has earned him the nickname of \”Ironman.\”

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Off-road race fanatics don\’t think of comic creator Stan Lee or actor Robert Downey, Jr when they hear the word \”Ironman.\” The real Ironman in the racing world is Ivan Stewart, who has earned the title for himself.

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Truck owners love how powerful their vehicles are. Trucks need lots of power because they\’re designed to haul and tow heavy loads without difficulty. However, many truck manufacturers use fairly quiet exhaust systems on their vehicles, despite their powerful engines. If you want your truck to sound as powerful as you know it is, or if you\’re aiming to reduce the constrictions on the exhaust, then consider adding to or altering your truck\’s exhaust system.

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It\’s tough to keep a good credit rating, and even the best of us can accidentally damage our score. There are a myriad of credit risks everywhere, from credit cards, home equity and auto loans, to a dubious health insurance system, and it\’s easy to make a mistake somewhere along the line. These are the top 5 mistakes, from easiest to hardest, that you might be making to damage your credit score:

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Following his victory over the Pharnaces in 47 BC, the legend is that Julius Caesar addressed the Roman Senate and announced, \”Veni, vidi, vici\” - \”I came, I saw, I conquered.\” A couple of millennia later, Toyota Racing Development (TRD) USA could easily make the same boast in every racing venue it has entered.

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Pickup trucks are extremely practical vehicles, great for hauling cargo. Some people, however, often carry gear like motorcycles, lawnmowers, furniture or pallets of wood, which are too bulky to fit snugly in the truck\’s box, but which could be damaged by too much side-to-side movement. Newer pickups are usually outfitted with tie-downs and cutouts so that you can attach ropes and chains. However, these are located at very fixed positions, and might be difficult or inconvenient to use.

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Here are the official specs for TRD\’s new supercharger for the Toyota Tundra: it adds 504 HP, 550 lb-ft of torque, and list price for the entire kit is $5,875. The total cost, including installation, will be around $6,800, if based on a labor rate of $105 an hour.

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If you\’re looking at a diesel engine, you\’re probably impressed with their combination of power and fuel efficiency. Modern diesel engines are environmentally friendly and fairly low maintenance. Europeans have enjoyed diesel powered vehicles for years, which are finally starting to catch on in the United States. Considering all their benefits, it\’s quite possible that diesel engines will one day be more popular than gas engines. Since most U.S. drivers have limited experience with diesel engines, here are some tips for new diesel drivers.

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If you\’re like most people, you don\’t have a lot of time to futz around when getting a car loan. Luckily, there are quite a few things you can do to decrease the amount of time you\’ll spend getting the loan you need.

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Many drivers are unsure whether they should use synthetic oil in their new cars. Synthetic oil has a number of pluses over regular oil: it can maintain integrity in heat; lubricates better; has fairly good purity; and rarely ever becomes sludge, even after abuse. Most drivers will see the obvious benefits synthetic oil has to offer and decide to use it in their car. However, even with the synthetic oil\’s numerous benefits, the real difference is made in how you care for your car.

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Protecting your credit rating isn\’t easy. Credit cards, auto loans, home equity loans and our suspect health insurance system can ruin your credit score. From easiest to hardest, here are the dangers you need to look out for:

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Truck owners love how powerful their vehicles are. Trucks need lots of power because they\’re designed to haul and tow heavy loads without difficulty. However, many truck manufacturers use fairly quiet exhaust systems on their vehicles, despite their powerful engines. If you want your truck to sound as powerful as you know it is, or if you\’re aiming to reduce the constrictions on the exhaust, then consider adding to or altering your truck\’s exhaust system.

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Maybe you\’re dissatisfied with your new car, or maybe with the dealership that sold it to you. Whatever it is, you\’re left unhappy with your recent experience buying a car, and feel like the customer service you received was below par. Yet despite your efforts, you can\’t seem to make your voice heard and get your problems resolved. Here\’s how to get the best service possible from your local car dealership.

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Diesel engine fans will rapture on about the impressive combination of power and fuel efficiency that modern diesel engines carry. Environmentally friendly and fairly low maintenance, diesel engines have been popular for years in Europe, and that popularity is finally beginning to grow in the United States as well. With all their benefits, diesel engines may very well become more popular than gas engines! Here are some tips to consider if you, like most U.S. drivers, are fairly inexperienced with diesel engines.

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Here are the official specs for TRD\’s new supercharger for the Toyota Tundra: it adds 504 HP, 550 lb-ft of torque, and list price for the entire kit is $5,875. The total cost, including installation, will be around $6,800, if based on a labor rate of $105 an hour.

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Vehicles of virtually every type and make have been steadily growing over the past ten years. \”Entry level\” cars by companies like BMW are almost the same size nowadays as a mid-size car from a decade ago. One of the consequences of vehicle sizes expanding is that parking now is harder than ever.

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Diesel engine fans will rapture on about the impressive combination of power and fuel efficiency that modern diesel engines carry. Environmentally friendly and fairly low maintenance, diesel engines have been popular for years in Europe, and that popularity is finally beginning to grow in the United States as well. With all their benefits, diesel engines may very well become more popular than gas engines! Here are some tips to consider if you, like most U.S. drivers, are fairly inexperienced with diesel engines.

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Pickup trucks are typically very practical vehicles, especially for hauling cargo. However, some drivers often need to carry bulkier gear like furniture, motorcycles, or pallets of wood, which don\’t fit snugly within the walls of the truck\’s box. These items could possibly be damaged by too much side-to-side movements. Newer pickups are often fitted with cut-outs and tie-downs which ropes and chains can attach to, but these are usually at very fixed locations, and aren\’t always easy or convenient to access.

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