2011 Toyota Tundra Review

2011 Toyota Tundra Review

What's New for 2011

The lineup of Toyota Tundra pickups has been streamlined to include fewer configurations for 2011, while the base V6 gains variable valve timing and some 34 horsepower to go with it. Trailer sway control is now standard on all Tundras.

Introduction

The 2011 Toyota Tundra practically screams "one tough truck." After all, it's built in Texas, named after an Arctic biome where only moss can grow, and sold by a company renowned for dependable vehicles. This perception isn't merely lip service, as this full-size pickup has proven it has the guts to stand up to the established American players in the pickup segment in many of the tests has conducted over the years.

Last year the Tundra got even tougher when its midgrade V8 was replaced with a more robust 4.6-liter mill that offered not only substantially more horsepower but also better fuel economy. With this addition, getting the top-shelf 5.7-liter V8 is no longer a must for a prospective Tundra buyer -- though it's certainly a nice luxury to have, especially if heavy towing is frequently in order. On the opposite end of the powertrain lineup, Toyota has upgraded the base V6 engine for 2011 with variable valve timing and an additional 34 horses. The resulting 270 hp still isn't enough to outdo the base engines in the Chevy Silverado and Ford F-150, though fuel economy is pretty good.

Beyond its powertrains, the Toyota Tundra stands out thanks to its passenger-friendly cabins. The extended Double Cab features traditional front-hinged doors, making day-to-day usability easier than Chevy and Ford trucks with the more traditional reverse-opening access doors. The Tundra CrewMax, meanwhile, is truly enormous, featuring class-leading legroom and a rear seat that not only slides but reclines as well. Apart from the Tundra's sometimes jiggly, over-sprung ride quality, the CrewMax could easily pull double-duty as a ranch limo.

The Tundra is getting on in years now, and the newer Dodge Ram 1500 and Ford F-150 have surpassed it in a number of areas. In particular, the Ram's coil-spring rear suspension gives it a relatively luxurious ride, while the Ford's new engine lineup and many innovative features make it the cutting-edge choice among pickup trucks. But the 2011 Toyota Tundra continues to be one tough truck -- especially for towing -- and it has set the standard that Detroit's offerings are hoping to meet.
Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options

The 2011 Toyota Tundra is a full-size pickup available in two trims (Tundra and Tundra Limited), three cab styles (regular, extended Double Cab and crew-cab CrewMax), three wheelbases and three bed lengths. Not all attributes are available together, and the availability of options often depends on the region in which you live.

Standard equipment on the base Tundra includes 18-inch steel wheels, a damped tailgate, dual-zone air-conditioning, 40/20/40 split bench seat, a tilt steering wheel and a four-speaker sound system with a CD player and an auxiliary audio jack. The Double Cab adds keyless entry, full power accessories, intermittent windshield wipers, cruise control, an eight-way adjustable driver seat and six speakers. All but the speakers are optional on the regular cab as part of the SR5 package. The CrewMax gains a vertical sliding rear window and a sliding/reclining rear seat.

Options on the base Tundras include 18-inch alloy wheels, foglamps, heated mirrors, a bed tie-down system and front bucket seats with a center console and a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel. Also available is an upgraded stereo with satellite radio, an iPod/USB audio interface and Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, while a JBL version of that stereo is also available with 12 speakers in the CrewMax and 10 speakers in the Double Cab.

These items are all included on the Tundra Limited, which is offered as a Double Cab or CrewMax only. The Limited also gets auto-dimming and power-folding exterior mirrors, upgraded gauges, automatic dual-zone climate control, leather upholstery and front seat adjustable lumbar.

Tow mirrors, a navigation system and a rearview camera are optional on all trims. The CrewMax can be equipped with a rear seat entertainment system, a sunroof and on the Limited, a Platinum package that adds driver memory functions (optional separately), heated and ventilated front seats, wood trim, auto up/down front windows and the navigation system. The TRD Sport package available on base Double Cab models includes 20-inch wheels, color-keyed bumpers, black cloth interior and special badging. The TRD Rock Warrior package available on base Double Cab and CrewMax models includes 17-inch alloy wheels, off-road tires, Bilstein shocks and the Sport package's styling flourishes. The TRD Off-Road package goes one step further with skid plates and front tow hooks.

Finally, a Work Truck package strips the base regular and double cabs of much of their accoutrements and substitutes black bumpers, vinyl upholstery and rubber flooring.
Powertrains and Performance

The 2011 Toyota Tundra is available with rear-wheel or four-wheel drive. The rear-drive regular and double cabs come standard with a 4.0-liter V6 that produces 270 hp and 278 pound-feet of torque. A five-speed automatic transmission is standard. EPA-estimated fuel economy is 16 mpg city/20 mpg highway and 18 mpg in highway driving.

Optional on rear-drive regular and double cabs, and standard on long-bed, CrewMax or 4WD models is a 4.6-liter V8 that produces 310 hp and 327 lb-ft of torque. A six-speed automatic is standard. In testing, a base 4WD Tundra with this engine went from zero to 60 mph in 7.9 seconds. EPA-estimated fuel economy is 14/19/16 with 4WD.

Standard on the Limited and optional on all other Tundras is a 5.7-liter V8 that produces 381 hp and 401 lb-ft of torque. A six-speed automatic is standard. A 4WD Tundra CrewMax with this engine went from zero to 60 mph in 6.9 seconds in testing. EPA-estimated fuel economy is 14/18/16 with 4x2 and 13/17/14 with 4x4. The Tundra's maximum tow rating with the 5.7-liter V8 and the optional tow package is 10,400 pounds.
Safety

Every Toyota Tundra comes standard with antilock brakes (with brake assist), stability and traction control, trailer sway control, front side airbags, side curtain airbags and front knee airbags. In brake testing, a Double Cab 4.6 came to a stop from 60 mph in 134 feet -- a good distance for a full-size truck.

The Tundra has not been rated using the government's new, more strenuous 2011 crash testing procedure. Its 2010 rating (which isn't comparable to the new 2011 tests) of the regular cab was four out of five stars for driver protection and five stars for the front passenger. The driver rating went up to five stars with the Double Cab and CrewMax. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the Tundra its highest rating of "Good" in the frontal-offset and side impact tests.
Interior Design and Special Features

The 2011 Toyota Tundra's interior has not seen a refresh since this current generation debuted in 2007. In the face of redesigned Dodge and Ford trucks, it just isn't as appealing as it once was. Specific complaints include audio controls that are out of comfortable reach for the driver, gauges that are hard to read and interior materials that now trail the competition in terms of quality. The new Platinum package addresses some of these deficiencies, but for most drivers, the regular interior treatment should suffice.

The regular cab offers comfortable seats as well as a generous amount of interior cargo space. In Double Cabs, the backseat is fully usable for adults and its traditional front-hinged doors are much easier to live with than the rear-hinged clamshell doors of its competitors. The CrewMax, meanwhile, offers the roomiest rear seat of any pickup truck with a limolike 44.5 inches of rear legroom and a reclining seatback.

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World's Latest Technologies

World's Latest Technologies

This car will be mirror of future technology and world.

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The Blackberry Curve Sequence

The Blackberry Curve Sequence

In today's planet cellular phones are just not a indicates of communication but a lot a lot more than that. They have turn into are walking-speaking laptops! They are just not assisting us remain linked with individuals whom we want to speak but with the complete world. We are chatting about Sensible phones here. Blackberry curve phone sequence are smart phones that are high in standard and comprise the most successful technology one particular can talk of. Blackberry C. has a sequence of phones every various in some functions or the other, but on the complete they keep the smartness moving and alive. If you are carrying a Blackberry mobile phone, then be certain to get imbued in the style and elegance oneself. You will absolutely get that great feeling.

There are quantity of phones in the Blackberry series beginning from the extremely very first Blackberry curve 8300 followed by Blackberry curve 8310, Blackberry curve 8320, Blackberry C. 8900, Blackberry 8520, and Blackberry 8530.

 All these phones are not only intelligent searching but fantastic in their features and as the new versions are introduced, the selection of functions and the technology speaks of the top quality even far more. Blackberry curve phones have a unique layout from all other cellphone manufacturers in the marketplace. The most amazing function about the phone is its fantastic exhibit display with a obvious and wide image and not to overlook its classy QWERTY glimpse which just sets this cellphone apart from all other individuals in the market. The shiny glimpse and the curved rotund edges just make its design and style look so amazing that you really want to accessorize yourself with it.

Taking the design and style element additionally, I would genuinely like to comment on its light fat. Blackberry curve has a weight of ranging from 106-111 grams for its numerous models has and two.five to three inches exhibit giving it a wide and broad screen which is just excellent for s
etting your favorite wallpapers.

Blackberry C. phones give the finest use for home and enterprise the two. It just will get you connected and on the go all the time. The greatest part is the web connectivity it offers. This type of connectivity nonetheless varies from model to model. Newer models like Blackberry 8530 occur with the Wi-Fi technological innovation which provides the fastest internet connectivity and make the globe appear to you whenever you want it to be. SMS, MMS, E-mailing, instant messaging, social networking, downloading photos, audio and videos and a good deal much more could not have gotten simpler than at any time with a Blackberry curve.

The camera, video recorder, Bluetooth and the trackball navigation functions make it a true entertainment package deal. These fascinating attributes will keep your enjoyment enlivened forever. You will experience the distinction in your daily life when the Blackberry C. unveils its smart features that keeps you surprised all the time. You won't have time to really like anything else, trust me!

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Gas Wells for Southwest Virginia

More Gas Wells for Southwest Virginia

Another county might soon be added to the list of those producing natural gas in Southwest Virginia: Washington. But only if the county will change its zoning ordinance to allow it.

The Virginia Gas and Oil Board has approved the creation of two drilling units and forced pooling orders for the first of four proposed gas wells in the Benhams area of Washington County.

Forced pooling is a process authorized by Virginia law that allows gas companies to drill even without leases from all affected property owners and that provides the uncooperative owners a default one-eighth royalty. The system is the subject of a set of class-action federal lawsuits in which coalfield landowners claim that gas companies benefit at the expense of citizens -- and that promised payouts are not always delivered.

Charlie Bartlett, a geological consultant who's long advocated for Washington County's gas potential, said he also has long advocated for landowners getting their rightful royalties when gas is produced from beneath their land, and he's making it a point to go about the project in Washington County the right way.

He also said that Washington County could ultimately have many more gas wells.

 "If those [first ones] are successful, it will lead to a couple of dozen wells," Bartlett said. "So basically we're hoping for the establishment of a new gas field in Washington County."

Abingdon-based Southeast Land and Mineral wants to drill the proposed wells in an area about a mile north of Benhams, Bartlett said, about five miles north of Bristol and eight miles northwest of Abingdon. He also said the county has gas development potential in the area "between about the North Fork of the Holston and about Route 700."

Were Washington County to enact a severance tax, each well could generate thousands of dollars in revenue, Bartlett said, not to mention thousands in royalties for landowners and the creation of jobs.

"We're hoping that we can make them [Southeast Land and Mineral] some money, make the landowners some money, make the county some money and make the state some money, and everybody will be happy," Bartlett said.

Regarding the concerns raised by the federal lawsuits, Bartlett said he does not anticipate any effects on his project -- except the possible assurance that landowners would get fairer treatment under the law.

First, however, the project, financed by a coal investor from Kentucky, must hurdle the zoning ordinance that currently prohibits natural gas drilling in Washington County. And if the county agrees to change the ordinance to allow drilling, that would open the county for any gas company to operate.

"It would be sort of ridiculous for us to use gas from other places and not allow gas to be drilled here," Bartlett said.

Bartlett said he's run into some skepticism from county zoning officials. But Odell Owens, the county supervisor who represents the district where the wells are proposed, said it's an idea worth exploring.

"If we're sitting on natural gas that the landowners can benefit from extracting, and also if it can serve as a revenue source for the county, we have to look at it," Owens said, adding that experts likely will be asked to speak before the board.

While Owens said the county's groundwater resources are precious, he suggested that if drilling can be done safely -- protecting that natural resource -- he'd be supportive.

County Administrator Mark Reeter said he doesn't know why the county's zoning ordinance doesn't mention -- and therefore doesn't allow -- drilling, and county officials are just beginning to research what gas drilling is about.

At a Feb. 22 meeting of the Washington County Board of Supervisors -- more than six months after the county's Board of Zoning Appeals affirmed a decision denying permission to drill -- a man representing the company came to extol the virtues of gas production.

"We need to get all the energy we can from beneath the soils of the U.S. instead of being held hostage," Gus Sorensen of Bristol told the board members. "I hope that any sort of rules and regulations can be taken care of so we can extract this energy."

At a county board meeting last week, Damascus resident Judith McBride spoke in opposition to the zoning change that would allow drilling, citing potential risks to water supplies from wastewater disposal. Originally from Pennsylvania, McBride compared the impact of drilling on her family farm back home to the effects of strip mining.

In Abingdon, long an economic center for the coal and gas-producing region of Southwest Virginia and home to many who moved away from the environmental downside of life in coal country, it's not clear yet how residents will react to the proposal.

However, there is no coal -- only gas -- in Washington County.

And, Bartlett said, he has no intention of drilling near the town of Abingdon. Plus, he said, the county, through its zoning ordinance, could restrict drilling to certain areas.

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Best Accessories for iPhone 4

Some of the Best Accessories for iPhone 4

 

It's not easy to keep up with all of the Accessories available for the iPhone 4 these days. It's no surprise that lots of companies come out with a variety of accessories every time Apple releases a new device or technology. You will no doubt find a number of highly useful and functional products available while you'll also find those accessories that aren't worth their weight in gold. Keep reading for some accessories for your iPhone 4 that you might need.

If you need a functional wallet type protective case for your iPhone 4 the Elan Passport Wallet is the way to go. This is one way to have your cake and eat it too with a stylish wallet and phone case all in one. The no-scratch lining will prevent your phone from getting scratches or smudges. One advantage of this product is that it lets you keep your phone, along with important items you carry around every day in one place. The convenient storage compartments allow you to keep important papers, ID and credit/debit cards with you too. This makes it convenient and fashionable to protect your iPhone and carry your important stuff with you. The Parrot MKi9000 is a great accessory for any iPhone owner who spends plenty of time in the car and wants to be able to hold conversations hands-free. There's a lot more to this particular app than meets the eye, though, as it also lets you synchronize your car's stereo with your iPhone. Once you've set up this car app, you can also attach a small remote to your dashboard or to your steering wheel that lets you control the music you have playing from your iPhone. You can also hear the voice instructions given over your car stereo for directions coming from your Sat Nav. This is a good accessory if you have a long daily commute, travel a lot by car or otherwise use your phone quite a bit in your vehicle. 


The Satechi CR-3600 car holder mount is an useful tool for those of us who are on the road more than at home. You maintain access to your functions without having to hold your phone, the cradle does that part for you. This cradle mount system is adjustable. This allows you to use your phone completely hands free. Check with your local law enforcement to be sure these are legal prior to ordering one. There will never be a shortage of iPhone 4 accessories, and it's hard to keep up with all the different kinds. However, you probably only need a few, and this will be determined by the features on your phone that you use most. The iPhone 4 is a device that's made for accessories, and the ones we've discussed here are only the tip of the iceberg.

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Gaming Keyboard Can Be Useful For You

How A Gaming Keyboard Can Be Useful For You?

If you are scheduling to get a computer intended for gaming then you need to think about gaming keyboards to support your capability when playing games for the reason that they can optimize your effectiveness during gaming. All seasoned avid gamers are using these equipment too today.

While their key function are designed for gaming, they moreover can work like other normal keyboards also, that's to typing. In truth several people apply it on their daily computing task, they setup profiles to work for certain application, for instance Word, Photoshop, PowerPoint, and so on. Whether you are serious game enthusiasts or not, you'll be thankful for what this gaming peripheral can perform for you as soon as you have it on your desk. Features accessible by gaming keyboards are everything you require while you are gaming. 

Here is the list of the features that you will acquire on Gaming Keyboards. Though please take note that these features can differ for every keyboard.

Programmable Keys and Macros
If I may say, this is the key reason why you ought to get a gaming keyboard. With it, it is possible to program some or all of the keys on the keyboard to carry out specific commands or for rapid key actuation. You can even map a single key-press to administer a command that commonly comes from numerous keystrokes (macro recording). This aspect is very handy in any games and on a daily basis computing. All gaming keyboards have this feature, if they don't then you should not buy it as you neglect the essence of possessing a gaming keyboard.

Macro Keys are a part of Programmable Keys feature, but to some extent unique. The macro keys are dedicated keys on the keyboard exclusively designed to bind macros to or to reprogram into specific capabilities required by the user. These supplementary keys are commonly positioned to the left side of the keyboard and are separate from the rest of the keys, consequently it quicker to reach.
Profiles Storing
Profile storing is also one of the most important core features on gaming keyboard. It is used to save a number of your special keyboard's preference. Gaming keyboard provides you to programming and saving its keys to be fitting specific games/applications (see the Programmable Keys) in several set of profiles. These profiles in addition can be saved inside the gaming keyboard itself or into the keyboard's driver software. After that the profile can be activated manually/automatically when you are playing games or using certain application.

Media Controls
This feature enables you manage the volume of your sound system from the keyboard itself without having to leave the game and visit the desktop. It also works for the gaming headset which is connected to the keyboard. Very convenient but you will use it not too frequently.

Extra USB Ports
This is very helpful trait as it works similar to your CPU's USB Ports, in particular if the CPU's USB Port is difficult to reach. You can plug 'anything USB' in it, e.g. your Flash drivers, Mp3 Players, or even you mouse. In addition It is possible to charge your battery-powered devices.

Ergonomic Form
This characteristic is associated to the outline of the gaming keyboards to diminish the risk of hand discomfort after using the keyboard for a long time. The element including changeable and removable wrist rest, raising or lowering the keyboard's feet, zero slope patterns, and the softer key-press design. There does exist a possibility of new design and additional progression for this feature.

Back-lighting
This is very awesome element since it effects the keyboard to glow with certain light, although it's going to be helpful if you playing in a gloomy room. Basically it illuminates the keyboard's keys from beneath. On certain keyboard, such as Razer Marauder, the lights also function to alert the gamer when actual in-game condition is going on, for example the keys will glow red when your base is under attack. You are allowed to change the lighting's color or modify the brightness.

Gaming Mode
Gaming mode lock up the Windows key on the keyboard to prevent you unintentionally get kicked out of your game and return to the desktop. I am sure lots of avid gamers have experienced this on quite a few times. But this simple trait now removes the glitch totally.

LCD Display Screen
This is a display that usually placed on the center of the keyboard which will show some information during game play. The information offered may be different depends on the games and type of the keyboard. This feature can give you some intelligence of in-game stats and out-game info such as your computer system info, VOIP communication data, video playback, image slideshows, and more. Now only Logitech G19 Keyboard for Gaming has this complete feature.

Certainly, there are still many other new features out there. Different manufacturers offer different personality and advantages. The evolution of gaming keyboards are not yet reached its peak. There shall be countless additional sophisticated features in the foreseeable future, moreover the progress of Gaming Keyboard almost positively relies upon on the evolution of the Computer games themselves. Having one of them as your on your desk is hard to resist.

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Best Balance Transfer formula

Best Balance Transfer formula

Before applying for any card you need to check the following:

The introductory offer
It is important to know what the interest rate is, and how long the introductory offer lasts. You will see offers for zero or very low interest rates but traditionally these are only available for a limited period of time such as 3 to 6 months, although if you do a bit of shopping around you can find offers on low interest rates for up to 15 months. But even having zero interest for just six months can make a big difference to your debt balance, and enable you to save considerable dollars.

Balance transfer fees
Before you sign any form of contract you need to read the small print and find out what the balance transfer fees will be. They can range between 2% to 4% of the debt balance that you are transferring. If you are transferring a large debt and the fees exceed the interest you are currently paying then it would be pointless to do the transfer, as there is no gain or benefit.




Annual fees
One thing that is often overlooked when people are looking for the best balance transfer is whether an annual fee is payable on the new card. It is not unusual to find a no annual fee card but it is worthwhile checking because suddenly finding you have to pay a $250 p.a. fee sort of takes the edge off the savings you are hoping to make with your transfer.

Because there are so many card providers competing for your custom finding the best balance transfer credit card can become frustrating, but many credit card services are now providing comparison tables on their websites where you can see at a glance all of the best current offers available, which is a considerable time saver.

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Advantages of VPN

Virtual Private Network, generally called VPN, is an inspiration on tunnelling. The packets are built in VPN format and therefore encapsulated into other protocol's carrier. After that, those packets are transmitted in between VPN server and customer with de-encapsulating on receiving part. VPN could exist with any country's IP. Upon request, the provider can setup the particular VPN with its particular IP for any of those countries together with add on services and advantages to the clients.

 One of the most amazing parts of VPN is to let someone modify the IP no matter where you are when you are in business trip or travelling. After you modify the IP, you can use it to surf those websites that are strictly for its users only. Hulu.com is one of TV Streaming Show Website in US, which is only for United State's residents. If you are not US resident and you want to log in this Hulu.com, you are not able to do so. Nevertheless, if you are using US VPN, the IP will automatically change to US IP. This will allow you to surf this website as it already recognizes the US UP. Besides Hulu.com, VPN is also applicable to Facebook and Twitter if you are in China as they blocked these websites there.

These days, people always try to find the best way to avoid others tracking us during surfing. VPN will be one of the best solutions on protecting this. It can help to protect and avoid Internet Service Provider (ISP) of the website's owner to track our activities during surfing. The way that VPN does this is to make a connection with the server only and will not notify the activities that you did. You will only become an anonymous by hiding your real IP. By using a higher level of VPN encryption, it will cover your existing IP and protect in your internet browsing. As a result, no one will know your location as they just notice your VPN IP instead of the actual one. This is important especially during surfing at public areas via Wifi Hotspot.

Besides these advantages, you can also enjoy cheaper VOIP calls compared with other VOIP service providers such as Skype, which is one of the most famous one. Just take an example, someone from Singapore who is working in US, enjoy about 90% of lower price by connecting Pfingo (Top VOIP Service Provider in Singapore) with VPN compare with Skype. In addition, you will also enjoy better quality calls by using this VPN service.

On top of that, VPN doesn't need additional installation as operating systems such as Mac, Windows and Linux do support the VPN setup. In the nutshell, VPN is going to provide many advantages that you need and you will enjoy it definitely.

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Review and Advice From a Global Traveler International SIM Cards

Review and Advice From a Global Traveler-International SIM Cards

No matter how much planning we go through before leaving for an international journey, there is always that sinking feeling that you forgot something. If you forget your toothbrush or extra socks, it won't cost you much or be a hassle to replace. But if you forget to make arrangements for your international cell phone service, then you run the real risk of coming home to a $1,000 or larger phone bill courtesy of your U.S. or Canadian wireless carrier.

There's no need to be held hostage anymore by your domestic wireless carrier and pay $1-$5 per minute and exorbitant data rates when using your cell phone overseas. While one option is to wait until you arrive in your destination country and search for a local SIM card, this can be frustrating, expensive, and very inconvenient, especially if you are traveling to multiple countries.

A global SIM card for your international cell phone is the best answer. Prepaid international SIM cards for global roaming allow you to make cheap calls, especially while in Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Look for service that is entirely prepaid, so there are no contracts or monthly service charges in order to use your global SIM card make international calls. With the best international SIM cards, outgoing calls are cheap and generally start at 45c/min, with free incoming calls in many countries, free incoming text messages everywhere, and GPRS data service. The best providers also make it easy to track your call records and add airtime from either your world phone or internet.

Since your global SIM card and new European phone number never expires with the most reputable providers, you can stash it at home and use it on all your trips for years to come. Never again will you get stuck in a foreign country without an inexpensive and convenient way to reach home, your hotel, a taxi service, or colleagues waiting to hear from you in the office.

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