The Toyota Prius has been a firm favourite with taxi drivers for many years, due to its economy and low tax and grant status. What is more surprising is that the vast majority of these Prius taxis are actually used car imports, mainly from Japan. Since the model changed in 2015, 1,708 new Pirus models have been sold in Ireland. However, this figure is dwarfed by 10,037 imports, with well over 600 coming in the first six months of this year. 

As a widely used taxi, Prius vehicles tend to do high mileage and have frequent maintenance demands. bilstein brands, febi and Blue Print have a comprehensive range of Prius parts in OE  matching quality at competitive prices. They can also offer excellent availability through local motor factors on in-demand items such as; the traction battery compartment air filter, timing chain kits for crankshaft, chain kit for oil pump, throttle body, thermostat, water pump and wheel bearings. 

It is also worth noting that the bilstein on-line parts finder catalogue also features special parts for Japanese imported vehicles such as the Prius, something that is unique to febi and Blue Print in the Irish market.