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Re: What else changed? [wwest]
by dudleyr
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Apr 07, 2009 (2:05 pm)
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Replying to: wwest (Apr 06, 2009 6:10 pm)
I used to own a '63 corvair convertible, and tuck under was not even on the radar compared to an extremely happy rear end. Driving at speeds that a Camry could do easily (trying to stay on topic) the rear end would suddenly try to pass the front end when going around corners. To say it is like a Porsche is quite an insult to that brand.
Maybe your experience in driving a first generation Corvair is different.
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by pat HOST
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Apr 07, 2009 (3:11 pm)
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2010 Camry anyone?
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Re: What else changed? [acdii]
by wwest
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Apr 07, 2009 (4:15 pm)
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Replying to: acdii (Apr 07, 2009 9:56 am)
First, the low speed torque of those synchronous AC motors is nothing short of phenomenal. So it may just be that torque is being applied but results in wheelspin/slip so quickly that it only appears that no forward drive is available.
Also....The OEM tires are undoubtedly selected primarily for low rolling resistance. Someone correct me if I'm mistaken but I suspect that might also mean relatively low traction.
And while I have no exposure to the actual firmware code, the few FWD vehicles I have driven always seem to activate TC even before I had a sense of wheelspin/slip. But in reality it may very well be the tire selection that is making the difference.
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- #166 of 576
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Re: What else changed? [acdii]
by chicagocamry
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Apr 10, 2009 (6:07 am)
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Replying to: acdii (Apr 07, 2009 7:19 am)
I believe the 2010 Camry has a switch to turn off traction control, whereas the 09 didn't (for the optional traction control).
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When will 2010 Camry Hybrids start showing up in Dealer Showrooms
by djs3
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Apr 14, 2009 (8:50 am)
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Does anyone know when the 2010 Camry Hybrids will start showing up in dealer showrooms? Some dealers in NJ are saying not until June but I get the sense that they don't know or are just pushing to sell the 2009 Hybrids they still have on the lot.
Thanks!!!
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- #168 of 576
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Re: When will 2010 Camry Hybrids start showing up in Dealer Showrooms [djs3]
by wwest
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Apr 14, 2009 (9:08 am)
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Replying to: djs3 (Apr 14, 2009 8:50 am)
Given that the viability of DFI, Direct Fuel Injection, is now well proven technically, and clearly results in a rather dramatic rise in FE, I wouldn't buy any new vehicle, hybrid or no, until the engine is adapted to/for DFI.
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Re: When will 2010 Camry Hybrids start showing up in Dealer Showrooms [djs3]
by saidiadude
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Apr 14, 2009 (9:58 am)
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Replying to: djs3 (Apr 14, 2009 8:50 am)
In LA county, the Camrys are stacking up on the dealer lot. They're not too anxious to receive more inventory, even though the new models have more to offer. One of the local dealers also mentioned that they would not have any 2010 Camry or Prius in their inventory system till Summer.
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Why so dead???
by waltchan
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Jun 07, 2009 (9:42 pm)
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I'm surprised this thread is dead for 2 months. It's a new engine with new 6-speed with better fuel economy, so there should be more anticipation here.
Took a look at one today, and the only change in the interior I dound is there is now a cover for the holder just below the shifter.
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Re: Why so dead??? [waltchan]
by acdii
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Jun 08, 2009 (4:19 am)
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Replying to: waltchan (Jun 07, 2009 9:42 pm)
Ford Fusion is kicking Camry's butt. Both Hybrid and non hybrid models are selling better than Camry, and after sitting in one I can see why, such a nicer car.
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Re: Why so dead??? [acdii]
by mcdawgg
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Jun 08, 2009 (8:08 am)
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Replying to: acdii (Jun 08, 2009 4:19 am)
Not true. Someone can post the link to the actual numbers.
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