The 2019 Toyota Highlander is a great large size SUV that redefines adventure driving. It has a stunning feature- rich interior design that beautifully complements the bold and tough exterior. The Highlander dominates the asphalt with an all-wheel drive and also handles uncertain roads and driving conditions.
Check out what more the Highlander has to offer both under the hood and inside the luxurious yet budget-friendly build.
Feature-rich interior
Stay plugged in with all your favorite electronic devices with all kinds of external ports made available on the central dash. Plus, the interior is layered with silencing materials for insulation along the floor to give you the quietest ride possible. There is a comfortable seating space for a total of 8 people with reclining third-row seats. When you plan to ride solo and haul some luggage, just fold down the extra seats to create a massive cargo space. Above all, one of the key highlights of the premium SUV is the panoramic moonroof that opens up to give you a spectacular view of the night sky.
Unmatched performance
Direct is the most apt reference when it comes to the engine configuration of the 2019 Toyota Highlander. We are talking about Direct-fuel injection and Direct Shift 8AT automatic transmission. Both components are built to handle the massive torque and power generated by the 3.5L V6 engine. But even with all power under the hood, the Highlander maintains a 21/27 mileage estimated for city/highway driving all day long. And if you are worried about emissions, the Highlander’s MPG meets EPA standards to earn an Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV) rating.
Automatic stop and start feature
The engines can start and switch off on their own depending on when the vehicle is stationary and needs to move. For example, while stopping at a red light, the automatic feature cuts power and saves fuel, especially at longer intersections. And simply releasing the brake pedal will trigger the engine to start on its own. This is one of the reasons for the Highlander being extremely fuel efficient.
Dynamic control torque
The main advantage of an all-wheel drive is superior control in multiple driving modes and road conditions. The Toyota Highlander features a Dynamic Torque Control system that uniformly distributes the engine’s power across all four wheels. If the ride gets too bumpy, the onboard sensors adjust the power to ensure the vehicle maintains a proper driving line and control. The dynamic control also adjusts braking accordingly to ensure a smooth ride on rough and uncertain terrain.
Towing capacity
If you thought the Highlander is just another large size SUV off the block, think again. With a maximum load of nearly 5000 lbs, the 2019 Toyota Highlander is also built for towing. So the next time you plan a nice weekend getaway out in the woods, hook up your camper van to the back of the car, and off you go!
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Affordable New SUVs
Read moreIn recent the times, the automotive market in the country sees a considerable upswing in the entry of SUVs of every size and price range. The SUV is increasingly becoming popular owing to its large size, sturdier build, the promise of increased passenger safety and a host of other luxury add ons. However, while there are several tops of the range luxury SUVs that are available for prices that exceed hundred thousand dollars, there are equally a large number of new SUV offerings from manufacturers who are managing to combine efficiency, high performance and reliability with luxurious features at prices that are for the most part affordable.
Here are some new SUVs, which are on the market with on road prices that are less than US$40,000.
The Accura RD-X which has scored very highly on all performance and design tests, can seat 5 and offers fuel economy of 20 miles per gallon within the city and 28 miles per gallon on the highway. The 2018 model has scored very well on numerous crash tests and offers luxurious driving comforts at a viable price.
The Land Rover is appealing to car enthusiasts who love its rugged exterior bodywork that makes it an ideal vehicle of choice for its off-roading capabilities. However, the Land Rover comes with a price tag that corresponds to its truck like capabilities, but the discovery Sport from Land Rover gives you a reliable mid-sized SUV with the option of adding third-row seating too.
At a base price of US$ 32,900, the Audi Q3 is a new SUV offering from the Audi stables that is available with the high-quality interiors that Audi is reputed for. At this price and you get to buy yourself a compact SUV that comes with the greatly sought after Audi branding.
Another new SUV that has received positive feedback is the Cadillac XT5. This is a midsize SUV with a moderate engine that is designed to give the user a comfortable driving experience. It has a roomy cabin and can seat five passengers very comfortably.
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Tips before trying makeup testers in stores
Read moreBefore buying a cosmetic product, most of us tend to swoop down on the counter at the store where we get to try on the testers. However, after we have tied them out, more often than not we end up feeling guilty for three reasons, two of them being that the tester didn’t match out skin tone or texture and we couldn’t apply it well. However, what we overlook is the question as to how hygienic the tester really is. Although it is obvious that we don’t feel satisfied to buy products without trying them out, we certainly would think twice or thrice before trying on eye shadows or lip lipsticks which have been used before. In fact, according to statistics, half of the testers have been discovered to be crammed with Strep and E. Coli bacteria, having been heavily contaminated due to the heavily varied use. One can even get pink eye or a virus like hepatitis. Listed below are some tips before trying testers:
• Be safe, try personal: Popular stores would be ready to prepare personal testers for their customers, especially for products such as lipsticks, going in from dipping and spraying the shade with alcohol. Alcohol Sanitizer wipes are also available these days, with which one could scrape off the top most layer of the product, the used part, and use the unused one below. Trying products with disposable or brushes is also recommended. Sharpening the top layer is also good enough as all the contamination are deposited on the surface layer.
• Don’t try anything open: Don’t try anything or everything that comes in an open pot or jar. Most people out of fascination dip their own fingers into the product and try it out on their faces, such as face lotions, lip gloss or loose powdered eye shadow. Disposable cotton bud or pads are good to go.
• The trying areas: For the cheeks products like foundation, blush or face glitter, always use the back of your palm as the testing place and now your cheeks or the jawline. Don’t try any eye makeup either, such as pencil eyeliners or kajal – use the back of your hand for that too. This area also helps you identify how soft the bristles are by just drawing fine lines on your skin. If you really want to try on eye products, sanitize the tip with clinical alcohol. Unless and until the sale staff offers you clean fresh sample testers, do not indulge in putting anything on your face. Chances of infections such as zits is very high.
• Days of the week: Try visiting cosmetic stores on weekdays because weekends are too crowded for the staff to be paying complete attention to what kind of testers they’re giving you.
Be smart and follow these tips to stay safe from infections from testers.