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    What’s the Point of the Prius Any More? We Asked Toyota’s Deputy Chief Engineer

    I'm one to keep my vehicles until they die, but if Toyota brought back the Gen2 touring with the current bells & whistles, I'd be SO tempted to...
    Post by: Bechi, Jun 12, 2026 in forum: Gen 5 Prius Main Forum
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    Camera Display "Flash" while Stopped

    It seems to happen every time I come to a "normal" deceleration, braking to a full stop while it's dark out (may happen during the day as well,...
    Post by: Bechi, Sep 30, 2025 in forum: Gen 5 Prius Main Forum
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    Camera Display "Flash" while Stopped

    I have the camera views around the car automatically display when I am stopped. I notice that when it's dark out there's a flash or light from...
    Thread by: Bechi, Sep 29, 2025, 2 replies, in forum: Gen 5 Prius Main Forum
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    2025 Limited

    Getting close to 2K on my 2025 AWD Limited and I've noticed each tank getting improved gas mileage; current tank is trending 62-63 mpg. it seems...
    Post by: Bechi, Sep 29, 2025 in forum: Gen 5 Prius Fuel Economy & Prime EV Range
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    Windshield shade suggestions

    I just received my new Covercraft sunshade yesterday and it's a great fit as usual, albeit an expensive one! Amazon currently has the best price....
    Post by: Bechi, Sep 4, 2025 in forum: Gen 5 Prius Accessories and Modifications
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    Gen5 Limited AWD Wheels & Tires HELP!!! <g>

    Thank you, KMO. So I guess making an intelligent choice does rely somewhat on experience and gut feeling. I did notice the caveat "Rim diameter...
    Post by: Bechi, Aug 22, 2025 in forum: Gen 5 Prius Main Forum
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    Gen5 Limited AWD Wheels & Tires HELP!!! <g>

    Gotcha. Now I understand why I saw that the rim bore must match the hub bore exactly or be larger. Thanks! I'm going to bookmark that. If I'm...
    Post by: Bechi, Aug 22, 2025 in forum: Gen 5 Prius Main Forum
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    Gen5 Limited AWD Wheels & Tires HELP!!! <g>

    215/55R17 it will be then. I'd rather go more narrow for snows anyhow. So would something like this work? https://tinylink.net/Rr0DY...
    Post by: Bechi, Aug 22, 2025 in forum: Gen 5 Prius Main Forum
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    Gen5 Limited AWD Wheels & Tires HELP!!! <g>

    VERY happy to hear no issues with either the 215/55R17 or 225/55R17 tires. The Toyota "wheel ornament" cap was shown on Mendel's link, but didn't...
    Post by: Bechi, Aug 21, 2025 in forum: Gen 5 Prius Main Forum
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    Gen5 Limited AWD Wheels & Tires HELP!!! <g>

    No wheel covers for me, but I do think I'll need the little hub cover #42603, unless the ones from my 2007 will fit (preferred the bare wheels...
    Post by: Bechi, Aug 21, 2025 in forum: Gen 5 Prius Main Forum
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    Gen5 Limited AWD Wheels & Tires HELP!!! <g>

    Hammersmith and Mendel, I promise to consider the Michelin snows, but I confess to REALLY loving the Hakkapeliittas. I tried both Nokian H and...
    Post by: Bechi, Aug 20, 2025 in forum: Gen 5 Prius Main Forum
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    Gen5 Limited AWD Wheels & Tires HELP!!! <g>

    Thank you Mendel. If I interpreted what you sent correctly, I need: #42611-47641 17x6.5J Steel Wheel (Type C) #90942-01131 Lug Nuts (Type B)...
    Post by: Bechi, Aug 20, 2025 in forum: Gen 5 Prius Main Forum
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    SafetySense 3.0 Icon/Acronym "Cheat Sheet"

    Thank you Biomed01! I will double-check PCS, and add PDA. Since I haven't taken delivery of the car yet, I'm going by the Owner's Manual I...
    Post by: Bechi, Aug 20, 2025 in forum: Gen 5 Prius Main Forum
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    Gen5 Limited AWD Wheels & Tires HELP!!! <g>

    I apologize in advance. I know there is a plethora of threads on Gen5 tires, wheels, spare kits, etc., but I'll be d@mned if I can make heads or...
    Post by: Bechi, Aug 20, 2025 in forum: Gen 5 Prius Main Forum