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Tuesday, April 28, 2015
2013 Toyota Verso Review
2013 Toyota Verso has a family van in the offer that has already been distinguished by its generous space and the good price / performance ratio. Toyota verso brought the hitherto rather staid Van a good portion dynamics. Toyota has in fact especially the front section assumed that now follows the new design line Toyota and the Van is not only a very individual character, but it can also act as very high quality and sporty.
Verso with the popular 2.0-liter diesel engine with 124 hp elected in the upscale lounge facilities. Toyota Verso with ABS, ESP, 7 airbags, 17 "alloy wheels, xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights, LED tail lights, electrically adjustable, heated and foldable exterior mirrors, a parking aid front and rear, rear view camera, cruise control, electric windows front and rear, a front center armrest, the Toyota Touch system with 6.1 "touch screen, a 2-zone climate control, a cooled glove box, a CD radio with AUX-in and USB connection, 6 speakers and more much more.
The changes in the interior are down only slightly the facelift, but in sum, the revised Verso has a much higher quality. Was revised especially the center console, which now houses the new Toyota Touch system with 6.1 "touch screen. Moreover, the Verso has also received lots of chrome trim elements in the Lounge version, which gives the interior a sporty touch. On require some getting used to at first glance to be the center, but towards the driver-oriented fittings, but after a few meters you will find the positioning his favor.
After all, the Verso will look even more spacious, an impression which is perhaps enhanced by the large panoramic roof. Also, the operation of all functions is very simple, only the Toyota Touch system has many idiosyncratic logic.
No reason to complain when there is space available. The 446 cm long Van offers truly princely space. In two rows, larger people comfortably, and the trunk volume is also designed to be very family friendly with 484 liter capacity. At the request of the boot can be increased by folding the rear seats up to 1,575 liters. Many practical shelves round the positive impression of the interior further.
In addition to the interior of the 2.0-liter diesel also turns out as a family friend. The 124 hp (91 kW) engine may be gone from the start convincing with a pleasant smoothness and lively performance. Its maximum torque of 310 Nm, it provides 1600-2400 r / min. For the sprint from 0 to 100 km / h, the Verso 2.0 D-4D then needs 11.3 seconds, top speed is 185 km / h
The motor is especially suited to cross-country trips a good pulling power, which at low speed is too much power in high gears available. The manual 6-speed transmission also can be buttery soft switch and is translated rather long, so you can be on the road quite gearshift and yet economical.
Those who do not so often uses the liveliness of the engine, will come surely looking pretty close to the factory consumption of 4.9 liters. In normal driving mode, not at all hesitant acceleration and driving pleasure present, we have come in our test on 6.2 liters per 100 kilometers. The compact van that is also fun to drive and is very good on the road. To the great surprise are more sporty chassis and suspension tuned, without, however, have significant adverse effects on comfort.
The very light steering could indeed be a bit more direct, but when parking is very good. Through the large windows of the Verso is also very clear, when the parking aid parking maneuvers and the rear camera support in addition.
So the van loses its terror in the city and there is just so good to move as a small car. But as an ideal family transporter, he naturally shows its strengths on the long haul. The noise insulation is up to 110 km / h very good, but then raise the wind and road noise - as so often in Japanese cars that are geared towards other speed limits than ours.
In any case, Toyota Verso has a very positive effect. He has kept its strengths, has improved in detail and can mainly has set a truly dynamic appearance. The generous space and good facilities in combination with the fair price can be sure not only the heart beat of the family head, even for the practical Van Company can be an alternative to other vehicles.
The economical diesel allows for very smooth performance, in combination with the suspension set for a car of this class a lot of fun.
Photo Credit: © Toyota
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Verso with the popular 2.0-liter diesel engine with 124 hp elected in the upscale lounge facilities. Toyota Verso with ABS, ESP, 7 airbags, 17 "alloy wheels, xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights, LED tail lights, electrically adjustable, heated and foldable exterior mirrors, a parking aid front and rear, rear view camera, cruise control, electric windows front and rear, a front center armrest, the Toyota Touch system with 6.1 "touch screen, a 2-zone climate control, a cooled glove box, a CD radio with AUX-in and USB connection, 6 speakers and more much more.
The changes in the interior are down only slightly the facelift, but in sum, the revised Verso has a much higher quality. Was revised especially the center console, which now houses the new Toyota Touch system with 6.1 "touch screen. Moreover, the Verso has also received lots of chrome trim elements in the Lounge version, which gives the interior a sporty touch. On require some getting used to at first glance to be the center, but towards the driver-oriented fittings, but after a few meters you will find the positioning his favor.
After all, the Verso will look even more spacious, an impression which is perhaps enhanced by the large panoramic roof. Also, the operation of all functions is very simple, only the Toyota Touch system has many idiosyncratic logic.
No reason to complain when there is space available. The 446 cm long Van offers truly princely space. In two rows, larger people comfortably, and the trunk volume is also designed to be very family friendly with 484 liter capacity. At the request of the boot can be increased by folding the rear seats up to 1,575 liters. Many practical shelves round the positive impression of the interior further.
In addition to the interior of the 2.0-liter diesel also turns out as a family friend. The 124 hp (91 kW) engine may be gone from the start convincing with a pleasant smoothness and lively performance. Its maximum torque of 310 Nm, it provides 1600-2400 r / min. For the sprint from 0 to 100 km / h, the Verso 2.0 D-4D then needs 11.3 seconds, top speed is 185 km / h
The motor is especially suited to cross-country trips a good pulling power, which at low speed is too much power in high gears available. The manual 6-speed transmission also can be buttery soft switch and is translated rather long, so you can be on the road quite gearshift and yet economical.
Those who do not so often uses the liveliness of the engine, will come surely looking pretty close to the factory consumption of 4.9 liters. In normal driving mode, not at all hesitant acceleration and driving pleasure present, we have come in our test on 6.2 liters per 100 kilometers. The compact van that is also fun to drive and is very good on the road. To the great surprise are more sporty chassis and suspension tuned, without, however, have significant adverse effects on comfort.
The very light steering could indeed be a bit more direct, but when parking is very good. Through the large windows of the Verso is also very clear, when the parking aid parking maneuvers and the rear camera support in addition.
So the van loses its terror in the city and there is just so good to move as a small car. But as an ideal family transporter, he naturally shows its strengths on the long haul. The noise insulation is up to 110 km / h very good, but then raise the wind and road noise - as so often in Japanese cars that are geared towards other speed limits than ours.
In any case, Toyota Verso has a very positive effect. He has kept its strengths, has improved in detail and can mainly has set a truly dynamic appearance. The generous space and good facilities in combination with the fair price can be sure not only the heart beat of the family head, even for the practical Van Company can be an alternative to other vehicles.
The economical diesel allows for very smooth performance, in combination with the suspension set for a car of this class a lot of fun.
Photo Credit: © Toyota
2012 Toyota Yaris Hybrid
In March, Toyota at the Geneva Motor Show, the new Yaris Hybrid. As previously reported, the small saving champion of Austria is most affordable full-hybrid model. Now the Japanese more details about the newcomer, who rolled back in the summer to the local dealers have betrayed him.
Full-hybrid drive
Highlight of the Yaris Hybrid is naturally its drive train. Here, in contrast to the familiar Toyota Auris and Prius hybrid on a 1.5-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine with 74 hp and a max. Torque of 111 Nm, which is a 45 kW (61 hp) and 169 Nm electric motor-providing a helping hand attacks. The system performance is exactly 100 hp. Thanks to full-hybrid technology, the 3.90 meters to 1.5 kilometers long and Japanese all-electric driving. This works at speeds of up to 50 km / h.
When braking energy is recovered, which flows into the batteries. When the gasoline engine stops automatically creates a break. The power transmission is a CVT gearbox shows responsibility. Thus, the Toyota yaris Hybrid is a remarkable fuel consumption of 3.5 liters per 100 km, which corresponds to CO2 emissions of 79 grams per kilometer. If the consumption turn out to be practical, would at the same time would be a small revolution and an appropriate means to lose the fear of the aktullen fuel prices.
Equipment
When equipped Toyota has not saved. Highlights include seven airbags (including knee airbags for the driver), 2-zone automatic climate control, LED daytime running lights as well as follow-me-home light function.
Design
Visually, the ToyotaYaris hybrid does something even more dynamic than the standard model. Especially the new front end stands out with its large air inlet in the eye. Narrower headlamps give it a sportier look. Behind it is clear glass lamp with modern LED technology. The modifications, however, are targeted. They provide for better aerodynamics. The drag coefficient of 0.286 is certainly the class.
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Full-hybrid drive
Highlight of the Yaris Hybrid is naturally its drive train. Here, in contrast to the familiar Toyota Auris and Prius hybrid on a 1.5-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine with 74 hp and a max. Torque of 111 Nm, which is a 45 kW (61 hp) and 169 Nm electric motor-providing a helping hand attacks. The system performance is exactly 100 hp. Thanks to full-hybrid technology, the 3.90 meters to 1.5 kilometers long and Japanese all-electric driving. This works at speeds of up to 50 km / h.
When braking energy is recovered, which flows into the batteries. When the gasoline engine stops automatically creates a break. The power transmission is a CVT gearbox shows responsibility. Thus, the Toyota yaris Hybrid is a remarkable fuel consumption of 3.5 liters per 100 km, which corresponds to CO2 emissions of 79 grams per kilometer. If the consumption turn out to be practical, would at the same time would be a small revolution and an appropriate means to lose the fear of the aktullen fuel prices.
Equipment
When equipped Toyota has not saved. Highlights include seven airbags (including knee airbags for the driver), 2-zone automatic climate control, LED daytime running lights as well as follow-me-home light function.
Design
Visually, the ToyotaYaris hybrid does something even more dynamic than the standard model. Especially the new front end stands out with its large air inlet in the eye. Narrower headlamps give it a sportier look. Behind it is clear glass lamp with modern LED technology. The modifications, however, are targeted. They provide for better aerodynamics. The drag coefficient of 0.286 is certainly the class.
2015 Toyota Camry
So what do you do when you have the best-selling car in the industry for 12 straight years? You find ways to make it even better. That’s exactly what Toyota did with the introduction of the new 2015 Camry. After selling almost a million of the industry’s benchmark sedan since the current generation launched in 2011, Toyota stripped it down to its chassis and rebuilt it from the ground up, raising the bar yet again in the ultra-competitive mid-size sedan segment.
“Customers today love the durability, quality and value that the Camry represents, but they are looking for a little more style, comfort and performance, and this 2015 Camry has all of the above,” said Bob Carter, senior vice president of automotive operations of Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc. “This is the new Camry, and it’s coming from the new Toyota.”
Toyota designers and engineers re-imagined nearly every exterior surface of the car. Only the roof remains unchanged. The new, upscale interior features premium, soft-touch materials throughout the spacious cabin. Advanced instrumentation with intuitive controls helps keep the driver’s eyes safely on the road ahead.
Underneath the striking new exterior, the chassis and body structure are bolstered with additional spot welds, enhancing rigidity for better ride quality. A retuned suspension takes the Camry’s handling to a whole new level of responsiveness.
Two new grades, the sporty and luxurious XSE and the eco-fun Hybrid SE, join the well-equipped entry LE and the premium XLE grade, giving customers more choice than ever before.
An Expressive and Athletic Exterior
The 2015 Camry’s exterior is more expressive and athletic with prominent character lines. The new car is slightly longer (1.8 inches or 45 mm) and features a widened track (0.4 inches or 10 mm) that communicates a dynamic stance and presence.
A pronounced body line starts from the Camrys muscular front fender and spans across the doors and rear quarter panel, conveying a sense of motion. The completely revised, more aggressive front bumper cover features a wider more prominent trapezoidal grille shape, expressing a lower center of gravity.
The 2015 Camry will be available in 10 colors, including the new Celestial Silver Metallic and Ruby Flare Pearl.
New Lighting Shines with Form and Function
The new sleek headlamps complement the aggressive front fascia, while the front turn signal indicators and LED DRL’s are integrated for an elegant appearance. The 2015 Camry will offer exterior lighting with available LED low and high-beams and auto static leveling. The Camry’s rear tail lamps sweep into the tapered sheet metal at the rear of the car. A decorative garnish connects the tail lamps across the trunk lid and emphasizes its new sporty stance.
A Modern, Refined Interior
The interior of the new Camry is more refined than ever with premium materials, roomier feel and improved amenities. The center stack features a high-tech, upscale look that smoothly integrates with the console.
The center console tray has been redesigned to increase capacity while offering a convenient power source in the storage box. The new enclosed bin in front of the shifter now offers 12v, USB and a segment-first, available wireless charging system for select smart phones.
The 2015 Camry’s cockpit offers intuitive top-flight in-car electronics and displays that help reduce driver stress and distraction. The instrument panel features a new 4.2-inch TFT screen nestled between the three-dimensional Optitron gauges on the SE, XLE and XSE models. The screen’s color animation displays a wide range of vehicle functions and coordinates with the multimedia system to display audio, navigation, warnings and communications.
Detailed stitching and trim elements finished in satin chrome convey a sophisticated appearance. Varying by model, seat cover textures range from premium cloth all of the way to genuine leather and Ultrasuede with durable, high contrast French-stitching.
The Quietest Camry Ever
Toyota engineers focused on reducing unwanted wind and road noise to offer an even quieter cabin. Window and door seals were improved to keep noise outside. The carpet features 30 percent more insulating material. Even the Camry’s side mirrors were redesigned to better control air flow reducing turbulence and noise.
Dialing Up Driving Dynamics
Additional spot welds were added to the door opening flanges to increase rigidity and enable spirited handling. A combination of Macpherson struts up front, a multi-link arrangement at the rear and a stiffer body structure allows for unique suspension tuning across trim levels.
The electric power steering on all Camry models is tuned for better on-center feel, better straight line stability and more direct-feeling steering inputs. In addition to improvements in steering feel, the new Camry’s hydraulic system has been revised with a two-stage brake booster to improve brake feel.
The Camry will continue to be available with 2.5-liter four-cylinder or 3.5-liter V6 gas engines paired with 6-speed automatic transmissions, or a 2.5-liter Atkinson Cycle engine with Hybrid Synergy drive matched to an E-CVT.
Making the Grade
In 2011, Toyota launched the sporty Camry SE grade, resulting in attracting buyers that were 12 years younger than the rest of the segment average. The SE model now accounts for 45 percent of the Camry sales mix, proving that drivers want sportier models.
Building on this success, the Camry XSE grade gives customers more of what they want with enthusiastic driving dynamics and luxurious amenities. The Camry SE and XSE are distinguished by a unique mesh grille and fascia treatment. The Camry XSE adds to its edgier look with model-specific 18-inch wheels, unique shock absorbers, firmer bushings, higher rate coil springs, and unique EPS tuning, making it the sportiest Camry yet.
Also for 2015, a Camry Hybrid SE has been added to the lineup with unique dynamic suspension tuning that delivers an eco-fun driving experience. Up front, a stabilizer bar, absorber valve structure, and control arm bushing components were enhanced to offer improved ride quality while sharpening steering feel. The Hybrid SE’s vehicle stability control system has been retuned for smoother intervention and a more natural driving feel.
Advanced Safety Features
All Toyota vehicles come standard with the STAR Safety System. In addition, Camry will offer safety-focused driver aids including Lane Departure Alert, Adaptive Cruise Control, Pre-Collision System with Auto High Beams, and Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross Traffic Alert.
Everybody’s All-American
Every Camry sold in North America is the product of over 7,000 skilled American team members. From design and engineering in Michigan, to assembly in Kentucky, a unique American touch goes into each Camry that rolls off of the line. The new 2015 Camry will arrive in dealerships this fall.
Source:Toyota Press Release
Monday, April 27, 2015
2013 Toyota RAV4 Price starting at 23 300
In early January, the fourth generation of the 2013 Toyota RAV4 will roll to the U.S. Toyota dealers.
In Europe, we still have to wait a little for the new RAV4, in North America, the fourth generation of the compact SUV will start but early January 2013.
For the U.S. market, there are only advance the Toyota RAV4 with a 2.5 liter 4-cylinder petrol engine in combination with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Ensure that customers have a choice between front-and all-wheel drive and three trim levels.
The basic equipment LE is available from $ 23,300 U.S. (from U.S. $ 24,700 with all-wheel drive) and is still quite limited, just a radio with the new 6.1 "touchscreen display including reversing camera is mentioned here as a highlight.
Properly luxurious it is then the costly from 24,290 euros XLE version, in which a 2-zone climate control, electric glass sunroof, 17 "alloy wheels, comfort seats and fog lamps are on board.
The facilities are top-line Limited U.S. $ 27,010 from it, and it includes, among other electrically adjustable seats with heated front seats, a power tailgate and a few other convenience features.
In Europe, the new Toyota RAV4 will arrive only in the course of 2013, but then matched with a diesel engine and a European flavor to the suspension tuning.
Photo Credit: © Toyota
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In Europe, we still have to wait a little for the new RAV4, in North America, the fourth generation of the compact SUV will start but early January 2013.
For the U.S. market, there are only advance the Toyota RAV4 with a 2.5 liter 4-cylinder petrol engine in combination with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Ensure that customers have a choice between front-and all-wheel drive and three trim levels.
The basic equipment LE is available from $ 23,300 U.S. (from U.S. $ 24,700 with all-wheel drive) and is still quite limited, just a radio with the new 6.1 "touchscreen display including reversing camera is mentioned here as a highlight.
Properly luxurious it is then the costly from 24,290 euros XLE version, in which a 2-zone climate control, electric glass sunroof, 17 "alloy wheels, comfort seats and fog lamps are on board.
The facilities are top-line Limited U.S. $ 27,010 from it, and it includes, among other electrically adjustable seats with heated front seats, a power tailgate and a few other convenience features.
In Europe, the new Toyota RAV4 will arrive only in the course of 2013, but then matched with a diesel engine and a European flavor to the suspension tuning.
Photo Credit: © Toyota
2013 Toyota Avalon Price Starts at 34 000
In April, Toyota presented its new 2013 Toyota Avalon in New York, shortly, the sedan now comes at US dealerships.
The new Toyota Avalon comes in completely new outfit to the Toyota dealers in North America. Compared to its predecessor, which has raised above all an audience beyond the 65 years, he should inspire new younger people. A chic and dynamic sedan, which attracts sure younger customer segments with its Coupé-like lines became the totally conservative Avalon.
In addition to the stylish outfit, the Avalon got also a new interior with luxury highlights of plenty of. Depending on the model version there is for the large Toyota sedan a 6.1 "navigation system, air conditioned seats, 3-zone automatic air conditioning, a multimedia system, a JBL sound system with 11 speakers, the smart key and still plenty of other highlights."
An adaptive cruise control, a dead-angle-Warner, the rear provide for safer cross traffic alert, the in the backward out arrival approaching traffic warns, as well as a rear-view camera.
The motorization, a 3.5 litre customers can choose V6 and a hybrid version. The 3.5 liter V6 has 268 HP and accelerates the large Toyota in under 7 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h.
Switched is via a 6-speed automatic transmission, which also the aisles can be manually sorted. Three driving modes available are the driver, he can choose between "Eco", "Normal" and "Sport". So, the Avalon of the prevailing driving situation can be adjusted perfectly.
The Toyota Avalon hybrid can convince but with better efficiency, but behind the V6 with the performance. Hybrid, the Avalon is powered by a 2.5 litre 4-cylinder engine, which has a capacity of 156 HP. He is supported by a 143 HP electric motor, the performance is however only 200 hp.
The acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is done in about 8 seconds, the circuit via a CVT continuously variable transmission.
For the American driving conditions, the hybrid engine is also optimally matched, because you put Yes mostly long distances with a continuous, but not very brisk speed back.
Exact prices has not yet called Toyota for the new Toyota Avalon, one can assume however, that the new Avalon at around $34,000 will start.
Photo Credit: © Toyota
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The new Toyota Avalon comes in completely new outfit to the Toyota dealers in North America. Compared to its predecessor, which has raised above all an audience beyond the 65 years, he should inspire new younger people. A chic and dynamic sedan, which attracts sure younger customer segments with its Coupé-like lines became the totally conservative Avalon.
In addition to the stylish outfit, the Avalon got also a new interior with luxury highlights of plenty of. Depending on the model version there is for the large Toyota sedan a 6.1 "navigation system, air conditioned seats, 3-zone automatic air conditioning, a multimedia system, a JBL sound system with 11 speakers, the smart key and still plenty of other highlights."
An adaptive cruise control, a dead-angle-Warner, the rear provide for safer cross traffic alert, the in the backward out arrival approaching traffic warns, as well as a rear-view camera.
The motorization, a 3.5 litre customers can choose V6 and a hybrid version. The 3.5 liter V6 has 268 HP and accelerates the large Toyota in under 7 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h.
Switched is via a 6-speed automatic transmission, which also the aisles can be manually sorted. Three driving modes available are the driver, he can choose between "Eco", "Normal" and "Sport". So, the Avalon of the prevailing driving situation can be adjusted perfectly.
The Toyota Avalon hybrid can convince but with better efficiency, but behind the V6 with the performance. Hybrid, the Avalon is powered by a 2.5 litre 4-cylinder engine, which has a capacity of 156 HP. He is supported by a 143 HP electric motor, the performance is however only 200 hp.
The acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is done in about 8 seconds, the circuit via a CVT continuously variable transmission.
For the American driving conditions, the hybrid engine is also optimally matched, because you put Yes mostly long distances with a continuous, but not very brisk speed back.
Exact prices has not yet called Toyota for the new Toyota Avalon, one can assume however, that the new Avalon at around $34,000 will start.
Photo Credit: © Toyota
Sunday, April 26, 2015
2015 Toyota FCV Release Date
Toyota has unveiled the production version of its fuel cell vehicle. From 2015, the 2015 Toyota FCV will be available.
The Toyota FCV 2015 presented its first fuel cell vehicle for the masses. The sedan is based on the Tokyo Motor Show 2013 presented concept car. The design was thereby adopted almost unchanged, and the FCV looks very futuristic in the production version. The sedan remains safe rather meet the tastes of Asians, as the Europeans.
Toyota combines the benefits of an electric car with the range of a fossil-fueled vehicle with the fuel cell vehicle. As the only emission is water vapor, and unlike pure electric vehicles, the vehicle can refuel in just three minutes.
Unless one finds an appropriate gas station, the fuel gas stations are sown namely still very scarce. As part of the "HyFive" project, a collaboration between Toyota, BMW, Daimler, Honda and Hyundai in cooperation with Linde, OMV, Air Products, Element Energy and PE International, should this be but to change, and there are nationwide stations are added.
However, the first vehicles will probably put on the market even before the infrastructure is in place. The Toyota FCV starts namely in the spring of 2015 in Japan and will be available in North America and Europe in summer 2015.
About accurate performance data and equipment specifications Toyota has betrayed anything yet.
Photo Credit: © Toyota
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| 2015 Toyota FCV |
The Toyota FCV 2015 presented its first fuel cell vehicle for the masses. The sedan is based on the Tokyo Motor Show 2013 presented concept car. The design was thereby adopted almost unchanged, and the FCV looks very futuristic in the production version. The sedan remains safe rather meet the tastes of Asians, as the Europeans.
Toyota combines the benefits of an electric car with the range of a fossil-fueled vehicle with the fuel cell vehicle. As the only emission is water vapor, and unlike pure electric vehicles, the vehicle can refuel in just three minutes.
Unless one finds an appropriate gas station, the fuel gas stations are sown namely still very scarce. As part of the "HyFive" project, a collaboration between Toyota, BMW, Daimler, Honda and Hyundai in cooperation with Linde, OMV, Air Products, Element Energy and PE International, should this be but to change, and there are nationwide stations are added.
However, the first vehicles will probably put on the market even before the infrastructure is in place. The Toyota FCV starts namely in the spring of 2015 in Japan and will be available in North America and Europe in summer 2015.
About accurate performance data and equipment specifications Toyota has betrayed anything yet.
Photo Credit: © Toyota
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