HOW TO MAKE YOUR CAR LAST A LIFETIME

Is it possible to make your car last a lifetime? AMD ‪@TheCarCareNut‬ and David ‪@AutomotivePress‬ finally meet at AMD's shop in Chicago and talk about how this is possible... this is the collaboration all of you have been asking for! It's also the longest video David has made, thanks to many practical advice and insights shared by AMD! Watch the entire video to find out how to make your car last beyond your imagination.
Automotive Press is owned and managed by David Koichi Chao, a global expert in the field of automotive evaluation, engineering, and strategy. With over 35 years of engineering experience, David is able to review vehicles from unique perspectives utilizing technical and specialized methods. David is a board member and a director at AJAC (Automobile Journalist Association of Canada).
David is known around the world as an authentic specialist of Lean/Agile Thinking, and travels all around the world to review vehicles and teach latest engineering methods. Born and raised in Japan, David has an engineering degree from University of British Columbia and post-graduate education from MIT and Harvard Business School in Boston.

[@TheCarCareNut]

It was really good to see you David! Hope you and your Family are doing well.

[@AutomotivePress]

Thank you so much for letting me visit you, your shop and have meals with your family! I had such an amazing times with you and it was also so inspirational to see everything you've done and all the good things you've shared with others. I hope to take you and your family to Japan soon! Let's stay in touch AMD! You are truly amazing and an inspiration to everyone!

[@floridadawg9857]

Two of the best on YT

[@RoccoSaldana]

Awesome Collaboration!

[@brandonedwards4398]

My vote is AMD (and family) travel to Japan w/ David!

[@aprtur]

Seeing AMD get to visit Tahara, and Motomachi/Shimoyama with David would be great fun - I know he'd be like a kid in a candy store.

[@dineshjagar7447]

And Kirk Kreifels

[@paulenzang]

I support it.

[@seanh2390]

great idea😊

[@jkujda]

as a pilot.....when street folk ask if i'm afraid to "pilot" a 1967 Piper PA18 Super Cub....NOPE, the way aircraft HAVE to be maintained vs a car is night and day. Its all MAINTENANCE and its required by the FAA

[@MR3DDev]

Always glad to see the two Toyota masters of KZbin. It's true they don't make Lexus like they used to, they don't even come with leather anymore.

[@bme7491]

Leather is overrated. Give me a high quality cloth seat anytime.

[@caryg4638]

I would actually love wool seats if they could make them, especially in a tartan pattern.

[@bme7491]

@@caryg4638 Are you a Scot?

[@ghostwrench2292]

@@caryg4638 Volvo has a wool blend seat available on some of their cars.

[@1stock1not]

Prob meaning like the Japanese crown. Them seats are nice 🫡

[@rightlanehog3151]

David, What a wonderful video, when is Ahmed coming to Vancouver?

[@AutomotivePress]

Thanks Mike! You did bring us together in the very beginning... he needs to visit me soon!

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@AutomotivePress Thanks to you and AMD for all the adult supervision you bring to KZbin . 🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@bbailey7976]

I really appreciate both of you. The honesty and wealth of knowledge is priceless .

[@danw.3291]

Today we get to watch two of the best together... Thanks Guys....

[@socalbadger1]

Regarding people not maintaining cars now as much as they used to in the past, is it because modern cars are just so complex to even change oil themselves - whereas older cars were much easier to work on - DIY as well?

[@stephendibari5010]

I plan on keeping my 2002 ES300 until "the wheels falls off". I change the synthetic oil every 5k miles and have replaced several 20 yr. old OEM parts (Starter, alternator, exhaust flex pipe, front brake calipers, struts) since i bought it from the original owner w 160k miles in April 2022. Currently has 185k miles with struts replaced 2 years ago it rides like new. Quality control, and build quality in the 4th gen ES is outstanding. Not one creak or rattle, sound insulation is amazing. Super quiet ride and smooth 1MZ engine. Every switch/button works, nothing is broken. Key is maintenance and great build quality.

[@victorbaird8220]

The car is so beautiful 😍 😊

[@henrystowe6217]

I had a 2003. I loved driving that car. I did a lot of what you did, but mine began developing an annoying engine tick. I couldnt find anyone to repair ir, so iit had to go 😢

[@stephendibari5010]

@@henrystowe6217 interesting, thank god mine is very quiet. So much insulation you can barely hear it running from inside the car. You needed a mechanic like AMD to figure it out.

[@josephdunkle1152]

Two of my favorite Toyota guys on KZbin!

[@jamespaul3064]

Two quality dudes!

[@appleforever6664]

Thank you 😂

[@Th3Think3r]

Great to see David & AMD together. I enjoy both of their content.

[@gregoryh9048]

Just bought a 23 Rav and 25 Camry new but feel they wont last as long as my 2003 Pilot.

[@DLewis-pc2op]

Easy on the brakes.....using transmission to slow to stop sign. No jack rabbit starts from the red light. Change oil every 5 thousand miles. When you wash your car, give the engine department a little love too. And, if possible.......keep it garaged.............

[@themanwithoutfear2695]

Seems like the odds of a new car lasting 20-25 years today are slim. With all the technology, I just can't see it. It's like thinking a 1998 Gateway computer would be usable today.

[@commonduck10]

Biggest Toyota fan boys of Toyota..on the same channel.

[@briankalagher6687]

So awesome to see David at AMDs place! Loved all the knowledge they shared. Would also be amazing to see AMD visit Japan some day for a factory tour.

[@emilramirez7543]

This is the YT collab we have been waiting for. So much wealth of information from both David and AMD.

[@Dicofol1]

Fantastic, thanks for educating us with such great information!

[@denisdizdar704]

Great video. Thank You both guys. Zen Masters at the one place.👍👍👍

[@peterscott2662]

IMO: Step 1: Move somewhere they don't use road salt.

[@alpha7ization]

Or have it oil coated yearly

[@luisjuarez1200]

Thank you for sharing your experience and wisdom.

[@borneo60]

Great to see you both esp David from Vancouver!! Subscibed to both of AMD and David's channel. Cheers from Fraser Valley (just outside Vancouver).

[@HowRWeConnectEd]

AMD and David are two of the reasons I decided to get a Lexus - I was a subscriber first, just to hear their wisdom and guidance and apply it to any brand/model. Then decided when it was time to get another car to go the Toyota/Lexus route. You are both straight-forward, honest and a pleasure to learn from. Thank you for being such amazing educators! Signed, a school Principal from the GTA.

[@LAP1050]

💯 in agreement with ALL of the maintenance tips Ahmed and David have discussed. I’ll add one of my own. If you drive a late model vehicle with All Wheel Drive (AWD). You need maintenance of the transfer case and rear differential and must use the correct fluid/oils.

[@syedali1299]

Two Legends meet. Best guidance given. I see a lot of "WISDOM" behind the guidance. I wish you both the best of luck & thank you so much!

[@brandonangelodiaz8854]

Some car manufacturers focus more on the sale of their cars. After service is one thing, but overall, they really focus on the selling. It's ok, but they also should think about some new cars having problems in just months of ownership which happens most and they just think that they could profit from it by just bringing the cars for repairs in their dealerships. This should not be the case, and customers won't patronize the brand if this kind of scenario happens all the time. People want new cars to last long long time apart from the usual PMS, and avoid the unnecessary faults to happen especially if the car is still new. Car manufacturers should focus on long term relationships with customers by providing them assurances that their cars will be taken car of but will not break so easy. Profit is sure considering there are a lot of cars from all brands just selling regularly, and they should not have the mindset of knowing people just casually service their cars once it shows problems. Because in the end, people won't buy from them if the cars are not that reliable ang gets broken easily.

[@mikeyadrick5154]

parking cars indoors--we see in the USA, $50,000 to $75,000 cars being parked out-doors and the Garages are full of useless trash !!??--Mikey

[@thegreat9481]

Not everyone has garages estupido

[@volks-jager]

this depends on location. in the north some of the rustiest cars ive seen where parked in garages. pulling your salt covered car into a warm garage is the perfect storm for rust. many older houses here even have garages with dirt floors which is even worse. If you live in Rustyland an open air carport with a paved floor in the best place to park your daily.

[@crlaw75]

I agree 100%.

[@trdpro2grfks]

Common sense isn’t very common in America. People trash their houses, their cars, fill them with junk and never clean up or downsize in their lives. Especially in rurual areas. It’s super creepy when you notice how sloppy people live and how much people hoard stuff. You will drive by yards with actual trash. Worthless stuff, brown down cars etc in it and it’s “ normal “

[@rightlanehog3151]

The same thing happens in Canada. My 19 year old car is protected in the garage while the neighbors' new ones are used for target practice by the birds.

[@ABDULLAH-ff7lf]

My car is es350 2022 the transmission is soo bad i change transmission fluid at 50k miles it's shift so bad

[@zemo2332]

I have the same problem with 2022 RX 350. The transmission is terrible.

[@valiantone395]

Same with my Honda Passport transmission was an issue it was jerky and @18.000 I decided to change the transmission oil extra early and decide if the vehicle is worth keeping afterwards. And this was the BEST $150 ever spent. The transmission is a non issue at this point it made a HUGE difference. Change the ATF early before 30k and all liquids like differential and transfer case. I switched to 5w30 Pennzoil Ultra Platinum and Fram Ultra or Purolator Boss and the oil feels the same @100 miles and @5000 plus miles it looks golden and frankly it feels bad to drain it but 5000-6000 miles is enough.

[@ABDULLAH-ff7lf]

@valiantone395 when I changed transmission fluid it was in good condition and still red no bad smell or burning

[@09baher]

My two favorite people, thank you for sharing, very informative! Mr. David welcome to Chicago.

[@kwilliams1958]

Gentlemen...it's always great to listen to two conscientious experts talk about shop, here literally in the shop! Thank you, Sirs!

[@BaconCruiser]

Today is a good day! I’m loving this combo!

[@ghostwrench2292]

No mention of paint maintenance? Wash your car often and wax 3-4 times a year to keep your paint shiny and protected.

[@unaffiliated_x9279]

With cars being so expensive now, you cant afford not to maintain your vehicle.

[@luiscanul1639]

Very nice duo, learning so much on car services , need it or rip-off, specially at the dealer shops,

[@TripleBerg]

Great to see the creators of my two favorite automotive KZbin channels together. Please do more of these collaborations.👍👍

[@kgv6561]

What about toy cars that are barely driven? If you can make a dedicated video about maintaining such cars?

[@cindybendel7741]

Two of my favorites on YT! 🥰👍🏼🙋🏻‍♀️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@johndiaz7240]

Loved seeing the both of you together talking about what you know cars , and how to keep them on the road . 👍👍

[@slscamg]

I could have missed it but brake fluid every 2-3 years as well is important.

[@hass1337]

Yeap

[@holmiumh]

They are mainly talking about longevity not safety. If it's about safety it's really about the driver, tires, brakes and suspension maintenance. Most people fail at maintaining the driver.

[@thegreat9481]

No 5 years. He said that himself before

[@thegreat9481]

@@holmiumhmaintaining all parts of your car is a part of longevity….

[@greg5856]

Two legends!! So awesome!!!!

[@Tahara-Aichi]

Great people sharing outstanding content

[@c.a.r.s.carsandrelevantspecs]

Excellent and informative video! Thank you so much for this content!

[@raulbueno4284]

Toyota’s the number one car manufacture will last forever

[@AllEyezOnRod]

Best Toyota/Lexus mechanic ever!

[@mrhardy7660]

Please answer my question....thinking of buying a camry hybrid my current car has 240,000 but I was wondering if you think traffic driving will destroy a hybrid cars battery... thanks in advance🙏

[@mateojames3231]

Ask this question on Toyota nation forums. Camry forums will happily give you their wisdom on what to do in your scenario.

[@FernandoF20]

great duo and great info. keep it coming, thank you

[@alextot4484]

What an awesome episode! Love you guys both!

[@patdennis3751]

If you want a new car to last, change engine oil @ first 1,000 miles, diff at 5k, trans at normal schedule. The key is dump the break in oil real early and from then on halve or more the recommended intervals. Keep it clean too.

[@emilio325]

This was quite the treat! Great colab from two of the best Toyota guys on YT! More colabs in future and yes, get Amd to Japan! 👍

[@anthonyboria5738]

He sure is the best amd and david great video 2 great guys!! Take him to japan david! They need the car care nut.

[@morpheus1818]

WOW! What a great video. Great to see two of my favorite car guys working together!!!

[@RogerM88]

Step 1...buy a well maintained late 90's Toyota. Job done.

[@tacomafan5186]

Great video! AMD is a rock star!!!

[@steven4894]

Thank-you, gentlemen. 🙏

[@deejay3473]

that was a very good video, nice to see you two together talking about cars

[@Xtianster]

This is probably the best car reviewer collab video on KZbin right now! I've been following these guys and watch their videos and it is always a joy to have sensible content on their channel and i believe they have helped a lot of people regarding car maintenance and also choosing which cars to buy. People will have tons of car knowledge with them. I wish to see AMD and David when i go to the US!

[@DanH-u3f]

Most brands from Europe and the US do not last long.

[@ericdelrosario6779]

We want the two of you to visit Vancouver, Canada 🇨🇦, and the Toyota/Lexus factories in Japan 🇯🇵 too. Thanks for your sincere collaboration and friendship.

[@aarsenalfan]

2 big kids talking about their toys. Love it 🤣🍻

[@JoseLuizGalego]

Ahmed with David in Tahara! Very very nice video!

[@paulenzang]

I learn a lot from this. Thank you so much!

[@fp2687]

Wow. Great content thank u 😊 How can I get rid of bedbugs from my car. I just bought a 2018 Toyota camry se

[@sandan500]

Just in case anyone missed David pointing out time after time when looking at these older models that they don't build them as well anymore. Every model year it gets worse and once my Lexus is past the warranty period of four years it will be gone. I am done with Toyota after more than twenty years.

[@benieldelacruz660]

Hi thanks for the video! i didnt quite get the rustproofing section. Amd said coating. Can anyone pls elaborate in cases for toyota hybrid 🙏

[@ovidiuficiu2376]

Nice video. Thanks

[@benrhoads6406]

Legendary video!! May the Lord bless you and keep you. And have yourself a wonderful day.❤

[@davidglad]

Thought you met AMD by now, but I think I'd have the same reaction upon meeting a hero :)

[@Jontellis]

Amazing! Best of the best Toyota KZbinrs and two of the nicest people out there🔥

[@Tahara-Aichi]

Amd go to Japan with David. Great idea

[@gregoryh9048]

Just curious do you guys feel the newer model Toyotas would last twenty years like the previous generations?

[@caryg4638]

Look at around 6:30-8:40 to see their thoughts about this…

[@submissions72]

This is awesome two of the kost genuine car enthusiast in one video. Thabk you guys!

[@thebeddoctor4273]

Step 1 buy a Toyota. Step 2 maintain it

[@bobochan4699]

David should open the door n say ' Hello and Welcome to the car care nut channel '.

[@MasterHustler]

Two of my favorite automotive content creators. Great video.

[@joey86bu1]

My 2 fav't car guys!!!

[@intochill]

1. Timing belt maintenance (maybe water pump at the same time) 2. Transmission fluid and all the differential fluids both need changing on awd 3 spark plugs and tuneup 4. Regular oil changes 5. Lubricants for hood latch etc.

[@contrariangrin]

Incredible crossover!

[@btl4220]

Fantastic !! 2 Great KZbinrs 🚘

[@kenking3188]

Full respect to both of you, thank a lot, guys

[@Pal-nl7he]

Wonderful. David, TheCarCareNut and Kirk emphasise different aspects of car production, sales and maintenance. It is excellent that you sometimes meet. Please enjoy going to Japan, Toyota plants and Lexus cafeteria!

[@ItsJSTNDAD]

Great Video but quality is 480p

[@TheAcesout]

The both of you are the reasons my wife and I have purchased a 2023 4runner and the 24 Corolla GR! You guys are awesome! Thank You

[@57Dalv]

Thanks to both of you from a loyal viewer of both of your channels. My hope is to one day meet you both and bring my "new to me 2019 Sequoia Platinum" to AMD's shop for advice as I want it to last for may years to come. I will be doing the service as mentioned. Please do more of these collaborations and a trip to Japan with both of you would be fantastic! Stay safe and enjoy.

[@neptune2854]

Two of the best car guys in existence I just bought a new Lexus ES300. The dealership told me that there is no way to set the oil change interval to less than 10000 miles. That is unbelievable. So now I have a supposedly high tech car that I will need to put an old fashioned oil change sticker on the windshield. That is pathetic

[@KorageAA]

These are the 2 best guys!!! Thanks guys!!!

[@volks-jager]

if you live in the north fluid film the underside and park it in a carport on pavement or concrete. parking them on dirt or grass and in heated garages that turn into saunas greatly accelrate rust,

[@TechCrazy]

Amazing!!! Two of my fav Toyota or car people in the planet!! David you need to arrange a trip for AMD to Toyota plant in Japan. He would finally see how and where some of the finest vehicles are made. Tahara or Aichi comes to mind.

[@aseantravels8772]

the collab us car guys needed...

[@easternman9254]

You two combine to make the best car presentation with most valuable information for car owners.

[@v1rotate391]

Two of the best! Love you guys both!

[@bubba4072]

Seeing you two together is great!😃

[@MohammedIBRAHIM-iw1xl]

Great info guys🎉 I would add driving oh highway sometimes help a lot

[@371kenny]

Wanna have your car last forever? Toyota NA engine.

[@alpha7ization]

Like a 2jzge

[@carlovanrijk4039]

Or a 1GR-FE

[@markwachter9159]

pronounciation is important. i thought the nut said Nissan has good transmissions for a moment

[@oneplus2ins]

Real talk in the real world.. These guys speak for the average Joes and Joannes. 👍🤟

[@CosmicNewbie]

I bought my Tercel only a couple of years ago, aka in 1993.

[@GameFlife]

David you guys need collab again take Ahmed to japan !