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The New 2010 Lexus ES 350
Exceeding Expectations
by Bill Gallagher, Sales Manager
The 2010 Lexus ES 350 is quickly getting a reputation for giving Lexus owners more than they expect. The ES’ roomy, quiet, comfortable ride, affordability, and quality that only Lexus can provide are only part of the reason for its recent success. If you are familiar with previous ES models like the ES 330 or ES 300, it is time to get out and experience the ES 350.
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Cold Weather Preparation Tips for Your Vehicle
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure
by Michael W. Schultz, Stevinson Automotive Operations Manager
This is the first in a series of six weather related prevention tips to help keep your vehicle in top condition during the winter months.
Cold weather can cause substantial stress on the various systems in an automobile. Improperly maintained automobiles are particularly suseptible to various failures. Extreme cold temperatures can increase wear on tires, belts and hoses, expose weak batteries and cause inadequately protected systems to freeze.
Sadly, a breakdown in the cold can put drivers in life threatening weather, sometimes in unfamiliar or unsafe surroundings. This is the first article in a series of six weather related prevention tips to help keep your vehicle in top condition during the winter months.
Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir
The windshield washer fluid tank in your vehicle is not a sealed system. Hence, over time the fluid is subject to evaporation which changes the freezing point. Additionally, the heating and cooling of the fluid creates condensation which dilutes the fluid and raises the freezing point. Topping off the fluid with a quality -25 F degree fluid prior to a cold snap will offer the best chance of protection from freezing. When you bring your vehicle to Stevinson for service, we will top off your fluid at no charge as part of our inspection process.
If possible, store your vehicle indoors in extreme cold
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The 2010 Lexus GX 460 Lives a Dual Life
Lexus luxury, on or off the road.
For “luxury-utility” vehicle drivers who use their vehicles for family activities, which may even include driving unpaved and off-road routes, and possibly towing, Lexus has some great news: it’s called the 2010 GX 460.
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The 2010 Lexus HS 250h Says, “Hello, Someday.”
The most fuel-efficient luxury car you can buy.
Someday, more luxury cars might offer the fuel efficiency of the 2010 Lexus HS 250h Hybrid. But why wait for “someday” when you can have the most fuel-efficient luxury car available right now?
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Healthy Kids are Happy Kids
Teach your children healthy eating habits.
You’re always careful when it comes to eating and exercising, and take the proper steps to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Now it’s time to take these good habits and apply them to your children. Even if you’re packing their lunches and avoiding fast-food drive-throughs, your children might not be eating well.
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The New Dimension of Gaming
PlayStation3, Wii and Xbox offer cutting-edge technology and limitless entertainment.
If one thing’s for sure, video games have come a long way since PacMan and Pong. In fact, it’s not just about games anymore. From shopping to fitness, today’s systems provide an entire experience rather than a few hours of fun from the couch. With a combination of topnotch visual, audio and communication tools, systems like PlayStation3 (PS3), Wii and Xbox are redefining what it means to connect and compete:
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Who Knew Heaven was a Hot Spring?
Vibrant, friendly and “green” in more ways than one, Iceland is anything but arctic.
With over 10,000 waterfalls, massive glaciers and ubiquitous hot springs, Iceland seems like the remote wilderness of another world, yet despite what some might consider an intimidating landscape, the country boasts one of the most productive and luxurious environments on Earth. With success that would make their Viking ancestors proud, Icelanders have created a nation filled with hydroelectric efficiency and world-class cuisine, as well as rich cultural traditions and historic landmarks.
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Washing, Polishing and Waxing 101
Proper paint maintenance can dramatically extend the life – and looks – of your car’s paint.
Don’t be alarmed, but the environment has declared war on your car – more specifically, on your car’s paint. If you live near a major city, then the finish on your vehicle is coming under constant attack from atmospheric pollutants, whether they are from tailpipe emissions, factory smokestacks or even oil-burning stoves in your neighborhood. If you live out in the country, then you have to deal with acid rain, tree sap, pollen and most likely rocks and gravel kicked up on the road.
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Warm up Your Kitchen, One Pot at a Time!
Get cooking this winter with robust, homemade soups, stews and casseroles!
Easy, delicious, one-pot dishes are a simple way to add comfort and color to a cold winter day. You can quickly create filling, flavorful dishes that will disappear even faster from the dinner table!
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Travel: Cambodia
As camera-toting visitors to Cambodia are drawn to the soaring temples of Angkor, the world’s top photojournalists pass on their craft to the next generation.
by Ron Gluckman | Photograph By Erik Almas
The 19th-century French naturalist Henri Mouhot was among the first explorers in the modern era to marvel at the majestic temples of the ancient Khmer empire (802–1431), some of which he found crumbling beneath a dense canopy of banyan trees and tropical vines in northern Cambodia. Mouhot is credited with discovering Angkor, which 900 years ago may have been inhabited by half a million people.
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Lexus Hybrid Drive boss Shinichi Abe kicks off a three-part series on the ins and outs of Lexus hybrid technology.
Five years after the Lexus Hybrid Drive system helped change the luxury auto industry, major things are happening in Lexus’ hybrid technology realm. Consider this past year: an RX 450h redesign, an HS 250h launch, and an LF-Ch debut. So it’s a good time to take a closer look at the system: chances are, it will factor more and more into your dealership decisions. In this first part of our Lexus Hybrid Drive series, Lexus hybrid boss Shinichi Abe looks back on how the system came to be—so that he can later show you the future.
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