Vehicles
This page contains information about vehicles I own or regularly use, including purchase information, maintenance schedules, service history, insurance, registration, operating instructions, and other useful notes.
Current Vehicles
This section contains info about the vehicles I currently own.
2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
- Manufacturer: Toyota
- Model: RAV4 Hybrid XLE
- Model Year: 2023
- Color: Magnetic Gray Metallic
- VIN: JTMRWRFV8PD123456 (sample)
- License Plate: ABC-1234 (sample)
- Purchase Date: May 15, 2023
- Purchase Price: $34,850
- Purchased From: Example Toyota
- Current Mileage: 31,450 miles
- Fuel: Regular unleaded gasoline / Hybrid
2018 Honda Civic
- Manufacturer: Honda
- Model: Civic EX
- Model Year: 2018
- Color: Lunar Silver Metallic
- VIN: 2HGFC2F79JH654321 (sample)
- License Plate: XYZ-5678 (sample)
- Purchase Date: September 8, 2018
- Current Mileage: 72,300 miles
Maintenance Schedule
| Vehicle | Maintenance | Interval | Last Completed | Next Due |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Toyota RAV4 | Oil and filter change | 10,000 miles / 12 months | 30,100 miles | 40,000 miles |
| 2023 Toyota RAV4 | Tire rotation | 5,000 miles | 30,100 miles | 35,000 miles |
| 2023 Toyota RAV4 | Engine air filter inspection | 30,000 miles | 30,100 miles | 60,000 miles |
| 2018 Honda Civic | Oil and filter change | 7,500 miles | 70,250 miles | 77,750 miles |
| 2018 Honda Civic | Tire rotation | 7,500 miles | 70,250 miles | 77,750 miles |
Note: Maintenance intervals shown here are illustrative. Follow the maintenance schedule specified by the vehicle manufacturer.
Service History
Toyota RAV4
| Date | Mileage | Service | Provider | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 8, 2026 | 30,100 | Oil change and tire rotation | Example Toyota | $94 | No problems found |
| January 12, 2026 | 25,050 | Tire rotation | Example Tire Center | $25 | Checked tire pressure |
| June 20, 2025 | 20,020 | Scheduled maintenance | Example Toyota | $175 | Oil, filter, inspection and tire rotation |
Honda Civic
| Date | Mileage | Service | Provider | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 18, 2026 | 70,250 | Oil change and tire rotation | Example Honda | $89 | Brake pads approximately 50% remaining |
| November 4, 2025 | 64,800 | Replaced battery | Example Auto Parts | $189 | 3-year replacement warranty |
Tires
Toyota RAV4
- Manufacturer: Michelin
- Model: CrossClimate2
- Size: 225/65R17
- Installed: October 2025
- Mileage When Installed: 22,750
- Recommended Pressure: See driver's door-jamb label
- Notes:
- Rotate approximately every 5,000 miles.
- Check tire pressure monthly and before long trips.
- Record tread depth during scheduled maintenance.
Insurance
- Insurance Company: Example Insurance Company
- Policy Number: AUTO-5849271 (sample)
- Policy Renewal: January 1
- Insurance Agent: Jane Smith
- Phone: (555) 555-0147
Registration and Inspection
| Vehicle | Registration Expires | Inspection Due |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Toyota RAV4 | May 2027 | May 2027 |
| 2018 Honda Civic | September 2026 | September 2026 |
How-To Notes
Reset the Clock
- Turn on the vehicle.
- Open the Settings menu on the infotainment system.
- Select Clock.
- Adjust the time or enable automatic time synchronization.
Pair a Phone with Bluetooth
- Enable Bluetooth on the phone.
- Select Phone on the vehicle's infotainment system.
- Select Add Device.
- Select the vehicle from the phone's Bluetooth device list.
- Confirm that the pairing codes match.
Change the Key Fob Battery
- Battery: CR2032
Keep one replacement battery with other household batteries.