Hybrid power: why the power of the motor and electric motor do not add up
In the characteristics of the hybrid version, the power of the internal combustion engine and the power of the electric motor are side by side.
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What to check for the car before bidding at the auction
Car requirements, the auction sheet, photos and the bid limit: what to discuss with the team before the auction.
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From the auction to Irkutsk: the way of the car from Japan
What happens after the purchase: preparation in Japan, the port, customs clearance and transport to the city of delivery.
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How to estimate a Toyota Yaris Cross budget from Japan
The budget of the Toyota Yaris Cross from Japan is not made up of one price, but of several parts: the cost of the car at auction, costs in Japan and freight, customs duties, brokerage services, commission and further transportation.
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How to check Japanese wheel specifications before ordering
What to check before ordering wheels from Japan: diameter, width, PCD, offset, hub, fasteners, brake clearance and load rating, without generic tolerances.
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Why order a second wheel set with a vehicle from Japan
When it is practical to select a second set before shipping, how GTYRES checks condition and why savings are assessed using two individual estimates.
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How to check the specification of a car from China before buying
A checklist for a vehicle from China: exact version, manufacturer, documents, equipment photos and questions to settle with the seller before payment.
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Preparation in Japan before shipment: four GTYRES orders
Inspection, oil and filter, a battery, a minor repair and wheels: comparing completed work in four GTYRES case studies.
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Winter wheels shipped with the car: a Honda WR-V order
How a Bridgestone Blizzak VRX2 winter set was agreed for a Honda WR-V, packed in Japan and shipped with the car.
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Car from Japan and China on credit: calculation of monthly payment
If a suitable option has already been found, and the full amount is not yet available, you can consider buying a car on credit.
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Hybrid - when you want to save on fuel, but are not yet ready for an electric car
We have collected a selection of hybrid cars from Japan for different tasks: for daily trips around the city, families and those who want economical fuel consumption.
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You can leave only one option 1
Which one will you choose? What are you really willing to pay extra for in the car?
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