Michelin tyres for Camry hybrid

Hi boys and girls in CHOCoM...

Today, I did a rather long drive to JB on two new pair of sticky shoes on my TCH sending my youngest to UTM in Skudai. Never had the opportunity to test out the Michelin PS 4 until today...

As you remember, I've given a very good review of the tyres and I still believe they still tick the right boxes.

Nonetheless, I believe the tyres are not without its weaknesses especially when driving fast...Im talking about driving at 140 to 150km/hr. I noticed that the tyres were not as planted as the bridgestone ER 33 when doing a high speed run..They lacked directional stability like you are hitting a crosswind...and tend to "wander" a bit.

I dont know whether its just my feeling...I hope those who had the same experience probably you could share with the others.Now I'm missing my ER 33...

PS..I did not exceed more than 160 km/hr coz I was carrying my precious cargo...my family.

Camry Hybrid warranty and battery

Dear Members

1. Please take note that the warranty of the Toyota Camry Hybrid is only for 3 years. This is a bumper to bumper warranty for that duration only. The 8 year assurance as it's called is warranty for the main battery . This is an extended warranty provided by the insurance company-Tokio Marine. I believe for the assurance to be given , owners of TCH need to service their cars at Toyota service center. Servicing outside the service center will render the warranty null and void ( Please correct me if I'm wrong).

2. Also be aware that the small 12 volt battery (RM 1,000-1200) which is located at the trunk of TCH is not the ordinary battery that you can buy at any battery shop or service center. This is a special battery just for the TCH. The battery might look the same as in Prius but it's unique to the Camry . The battery actually lasts 1 or 2 years longer than the ordinary 12v battery.

Hi all respected members, Datos and Datins...

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It has been almost 2 years of having the pleasure of owning a Camry hybrid... Despite some minor weaknesses like the lack of mirrorlink and the dreadful speakers, I've been enjoying the car especially it's mid-range acceleration and the serenity of the ambiance when cruising and tip toeing electrically at my housing estate.

But the biggest drawback of CH that I need to highlight is the clicking and lifeless lack of braking feel in the hybrid. I wish Toyota could have made the braking system better and more sensitive like in the Civic... My rating of the car is 8/10...

Camry hybrid alignment

Hi guys and Salam Jumaat to all Muslims..

When I bought the new Michelin tyres, the owner of the shop told me that my original front tyres had an irregular wear..Thus at 50 K service I went to Toyota Bangi and reported the problem.I believe something is wrong with the alignment or the suspension.The service center however could not solve the problem but promised to repair it at another place authorized by Toyota. And they just did that...

I don't what they did but my steering now feels more tight and taut. It feels so good driving the car. I feel like I'm driving a German made car instead of a hybrid taxi. Now , I wish that the CH has more power and torque to complement the good handling.

I enclose the readings of the adjustments made.

Camry hybrid group Convoy

Dear CHOCoM members...

Today, I recced the Kuala Kubu Baru and Ulu Yam areas for the convoy trip to Genting Highlands.. The trunk and kampung roads are really nice and challenging to drive especially the winding and the sharp turn corners not far from Ulu Yam and Batang Kali.

While driving enthusiastically , a 5 series BMW was trying to overtake me but he was having difficulties in doing that at the winding road for about 20 kms. He seemed very agitated and frustrated and was making dangerous overtaking overtures but I finally relented when nearing Awana Cable car station...

I was driving with my precious cargos whom all are very plumb and the kilos of books in the trunk made my car heavier than usual... I would not have given the chance if I didn't have the extra weight. Michelin PS 4 was the main reason for the nice cornering and beating the BMW.. The other was my good driving skills.... Well ...the instant torque helped a lot too...

Please see the photos of my recce up to Genting Highlands... The traction battery was full to the brim when I came down from Genting.. Had nice bitter and reasonably priced Durians in Batang Kali. Please see the photos attached...

Our trip will be finalised after I discuss with Mr Anslem , the deputy President. ...I really hope that members will join the trip .I guarantee you that it will be really fun and enjoyable family trip..

Camry hybrid resale value Malaysia

Dear Bros

Dear Bros in CHOCom...

One of the things that I had to take into consideration when buying theToyota CH is the resale value. This is because the hybrid was new to the country....The fear of new technology is always there...
This fear struck me deep in my rationale thinking but the crazy side of me won the argument and I went ahead with the purchase. I have no regret whatsoever with the car but the resale value is pretty much decided by the consumers and their perceptions...
What better way to check on the resale value of the car than to refer to the widely used buy/sell application Mudah as the reference...
So today I checked the online website and noticed that the resale value of the CH is reasonably good... the cheapest used 2015 CH is listed at RM125,800 and the most expensive is at RM 138,800.. The resale value does not drop as much as a Hyundai or a VW..In fact, it performs admirably well in retaining its value...I'm not displeased..