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An SUV That’s Reliable With Great Feature’s; 2011 Chevy Equinox!

If you are looking for a good reliable SUV, then you should really check out the 2011 Chevy Equinox, which can be found at Florida Chevrolet Dealer.  The Equinox comes in four different trims that come with tons of features.  The trims are as follows;

LS

• 2.4 Liter Four Cylinder
• Automatic Transmission
• All Wheel Drive
• MP3 Player
• Satellite Radio
• Side Curtain Airbags
• Stability and Traction Control

For the 2011, Chevy has added a compass to this trim.

LT1

• 2.4 Liter Four Cylinder or 3.0 Liter V6 Flex-Fuel or 3.0 Liter V6 Engine
• Automatic Transmission
• All Wheel Drive
• Bluetooth
• iPod Input
• Satellite Radio
• Side Curtain Airbags
• Stability and Traction Control

Chevy added a USB port and a leather wrapped steering wheel to this trim for 2011.

LT2 and LTZ

• 2.4 Liter Four Cylinder or 3.0 Liter V6 Flex-Fuel or 3.0 Liter V6 Engine
• Automatic Transmission
• All Wheel Drive
• Bluetooth
• iPod Input
• Satellite Radio
• Side Curtain Airbags
• Stability and Traction Control
• Navigation System
• MP3 Player
• DVD Player

Chevy has added heated cloth seats to the LT2 trim for 2011.  There are also a lot of safety features that really can’t be beat.  All the trims have the same safety features.  They include;

• Four Wheel ABS
• Front and Rear Head Airbags
• Dual Front Side Mounted Airbags
• Child Seat Anchors
• Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
• Emergency Braking Assist
• Front and Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes
• Rear Door Child Safety Locks
• Daytime Running Lights
• Engine Immobilizer
• Auto Delay Off Headlamps
• Dusk Sensing Headlamps
• 2-Front and Rear Headrests
• Passenger Airbag with Occupant Sensing Deactivation
• Rear Center Three-Point Belt
• Front Seat-belt Pretensioners
• Stability and Traction Control
• Electronic Brake-force Distribution
• Front and Rear Adjustable Headrests
• Post-Collision Safety System
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Chevy has also given the Equinox some extras on all trims except the base LS.  They are;

• Emergency Service System
• Airbag Deployment Notification
• Stolen Vehicle Tracking and Assistance

Chevy is known for great vehicles.  They have any kind you could possible want.  The Equinox is just one of many safe SUVs with great features that can suit any size family.  I would definitely recommend going to your local dealership and test driving one.  I am positive you will fall in love.

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2011 Ford Fusion Hybrid;

The 2012 Ford Fusion Hybrid is one of the best selling and highest quality hybrids on the market and a great alternative to the Toyota Prius which is sold at a Toyota Dealership Seattle. The Fusion Hybrid brings out the best features of the Fusion with Ford’s latest hybrid technology, and the vehicle has won many awards, similar to models sold at Honda Dealership Salisbury. The Fusion Hybrid for 2010 was the Car of the Year and the 2011 model is very similar to the 2010 model, and other high quality hybrids can be purchased from a Toyota Dealership CA. Ford is in the process of releasing several new hybrid and electric models over the next few years, and the Fusion Hybrid is one of the most recent releases by the company.

The Fusion Hybrid provides excellent fuel economy along with a great driving experience. It has great performance for a hybrid vehicle and it is a truly fun car to drive. The closest model on the market would be the Camry Hybrid, which is similar in size but lacks many of the features that come with the Fusion Hybrid. There is also the Nissan Altima, but this model is a gasoline vehicle. The Fusion Hybrid is more expensive than just the regular Ford Fusion, and even the regular Ford Fusion is a fuel efficient vehicle.

You should try to calculate how much money you would save over the next 4-5 years by purchasing a hybrid, and then see if the added cost of a hybrid car would be worth it for you. Many auto industry experts believe that the Ford Fusion Hybrid is the best mid sized hybrid that money can buy at the moment. The Fusion Hybrid provides the range of a hybrid vehicle with the quality features of a non-hybrid vehicle and it is a fun vehicle to drive. It offers a high quality interior as well.

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Toyota Prius top features;

The Toyota Prius is one of the top hybrids on the market, if not the top hybrid, and it is a consistent seller for Toyota. The Prius can be purchased at a Toyota Dealership Seattle and it is currently the most fuel efficient hybrid on the market with 50 mpg. It is also an affordable vehicle, similar to other models sold at a Honda Dealership Salisbury like the Honda Fit. Toyota has perfected the design of the Prius over several years, and the latest Prius shows how much effort Toyota has put into hybrid engineering, and can be test driven at a Toyota Dealership CA.

The Prius gets the highest fuel economy ratings out of all of the vehicles on the market which is one very good reason to buy it. Another good reason is that the Prius is built with some of the highest quality interior and exterior materials available. It is also an affordable vehicle and it it is not much more expensive than some mid sized vehicles on the market. There are other hybrid choices available as well like the Honda Insight but none of them offer as nice of an interior and as good of a fuel economy as the Prius.

The Ford Fusion Hybrid is a Hybrid that could be considered to be as good in quality as the Prius, what the Fusion lacks in fuel economy it makes up in interior space and features. The tech features included on the Fusion are nicer than what are found in the Prius, and it is a fun model to drive. The Prius offers good fuel economy but it does not offer the same level of performance that the Fusion Hybrid offers, The Fusion Hybrid is a good option for those looking for a more performance oriented car with some of the top tech features like SYNC touchscreen.

Add comment Posted in  Toyota  Tagged:  Toyota, toyota news, Toyota Prius May 31, 2011

2011 Mercedes E-Class;

The 2011 Mercedes E Class is a leader in luxury vehicles, and it can be purchased or test driven at a Maryland Mercedes Dealer. Luxury automakers have for many years attempted to compete with this quality and leading model, and other luxury models that are similar to the E Class can be purchased or test driven at a Cadillac Dealership Morristown. The E Class is a very well built and uniquely styled flagship sedan that has made Mercedes one of the top luxury automakers in the world. Cadillac will also be releasing a flagship sedan, and Cadillac’s current top models can be seen at a Pittsburgh Cadillac Dealer.

The Mercedes E Class features high quality safety and build design that is hard to match from any other automaker. It does lack sporty handling but it makes up for that with elegance and some of the best interior and exterior styling available on the market. It offers audio and climate control functions as well as several safety features. The E Class can also be personalized to a much greater degree than many other luxury sedans that are on the market due to the large amount of interior and safety features available.

The starting price of the E Class is higher than other luxury vehicles like the Audi A6 and BMW 5 Series. Both of these vehicles are flagship sedans offered by BMW and Audi, and are similar in price and offer similar features as well. The E Class is considered to be the most well-rounded luxury sedan on the market, even though other models like the BMW 5 Series offer sportier handling and performance. The COMMAND system on the E Class is still not the best system on the market, but the E Class offers three trim levels and three different engine configurations. It is definitely a leading luxury sedan and has been for many years.

Add comment Posted in  Luxury Vehicles  Tagged:  e class, mercedes, mercedes e class May 31, 2011

Vice president Biden defends auto industry bailout;

Vice President Joe Biden defended the bailout of the auto industry which prevented the bankruptcy and collapse of two out of the three major automakers in the United States, and helped U.S. automakers compete with foreign automakers like Toyota. Toyota’s latest models can be purchased from a Toyota Dealership Santa Ana. Biden said that Chrysler’s repayment of its government loans shows that the government made a good decision in offering the loans to the company. Japanese automakers like Toyota have not had to take out any government loans thus far, and Toyota’s models can be purchased from a Toyota Dealer Providence.

Also check out a local Scion Dealership Maryland for some of the top Scion vehicle models. When GM and Chrysler were experiencing difficulties, a lot of people believed that those companies should be allowed to go under rather than receive the government loan package that they did. Biden said that Obama was not going to abandon an industry that has offered a lot to the American economy and American workers. The auto industry is indeed one of the maojr providers of jobs and revenue to the American economy, and allowing two of the largest automakers in the United States to go under may have had negative consequences.

Chrysler has currently repaid $7.6 billion of government loans, while Fiat has announced that it will take the remaining amount of government loans and repay them back, so that Fiat will own a majority stake in the company. GM held an IPO to raise $23 billion of funds to help pay back the government loans that were used to bail out the company. The U.S. Treasury still owns 33 percent of GM at the moment, and GM is working to reduce its government held debt as well. The House Majority Leader Eric Cantor discussed strategies for increasing job creation and lowering gasoline prices as well.

Add comment Posted in  General Motors  Tagged:  auto news, chrysler, gm May 30, 2011

2011 Honda Civic Tour; Blink 182 & My Chemical Romance

Blink 182 released their tour dates early Tuesday at a press conference for the 2011 Honda Civic Tour with My Chemical Romance.  Their tour dates will fall in the months of August to October of this year.  Their forty plus dates of concerts will coincide with the releasing of their new album.  Blink 182 is pumped that they will release the album with the tour, so they can give the audience the taste of the album live right after if freshly has been released.  They are super excited being on the road since their last tour in 2009. Get out there and get you a Honda Civic to roll in to the tour and if that is not feasible, try a Used Car Dealership Fife.

They have stated that they absolutely have to have the album turned in by July 31, that’s the rule.  In all seriousness, the album is nearly complete with Travis Barker (drummer) estimating that at 70% right now.  With this tour they will play news songs and have a laser show for this tour.  Tom Delonge had said that this tour they will have more options for the show.  That whatever Travis Barker does on the drums he will be on that with him, or maybe in the middle as he spins around.  He added that the whole tour, album and everything will be A+ tour.  With all of this excitement about the new tour, coming off of a break, the boys of Blink 182 will rock the 2011 Honda Civic Tour.  Make sure you are a part of it, show up in your Certified Volkswagen Phoenix and show them that they have been missed.  What in the world were they thinking of when they took too long to release another album?

Check the dates of the tour and check out Pensacola Honda:

 

Add comment Posted in  Honda  Tagged:  2011 Honda Civic, Blink 182, Blink 182 Tour 2011, Civic, Honda May 25, 2011

Don’t Overlook the Oil Change!

Perhaps it is time to buy a new car.  If you are anything like me, you have checked out the Chevrolet Spark cost, and decided you better visit Sarasota used cars 4 sale instead.  Unfortunately, I just do not have enough money left in my budget for touring down the road in the hip, new Chevy Spark available for the first time in North America this year.

It is imperative for new or young drivers to realize just how important it is to change the oil regularly in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.  Often we forget that this regular maintenance item for a car, equates to a regular health check up for us.  Check with instant oil change Bradenton and they will tell you that, “Having your oil changed regularly is the single best thing you can do to keep your vehicle performing at its best.”  Just why is that?

Think of it like the blood in your body.  If there are too many toxins or cholesterol running around in there, your arteries may become clogged and not perform up to their best standards.  When this happens you are sure to have to spend a lot of extra money at the doctor’s office trying to correct the problem.

It is the same thing with the oil in your car if you forget to change your oil regularly.  The oil in your car is meant to lubricate the internal workings of your engine.  Because the engine runs very hot, trying to get too much use out of the oil can be bad for your car.  The heat causes the oil to break down.  It becomes dirty and full of gunk which can clog parts of your engine and keep it from working properly.  When this happens you are sure to have to spend a lot of extra money at the auto mechanic’s shop trying to correct the problem!

Of course you know how I like to save money, but this is one situation where it pays to buck up.  Generally speaking, cars these days need an oil change anywhere from 6000 to 7500 miles.  If you are stretching your dollars like I am, it is still a good idea to change the oil filter every other oil change.  Follow these guidelines, and your car will be sure to give you many years of quality service!

Add comment Posted in  Car Advice  Tagged:  car tips, driving tips for new drivers, tips for young drivers, vehicle maintenance May 23, 2011

Super Luxury Sports Cars And All Their Features!

The 2010 Lexus SC, which can be found at Lexus Dealership VA, was ranked number 7 out of 8 Super Luxury Sports Cars.  It comes with a 4.3 liter V8 engine that creates 288 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 317 pound feet of torque at 3,400 rpm.  A six speed sequential-shift automatic transmission comes standard.    The Lexus SC comes with a pretty nice protection package.  It consists of four years or 50,000 basic warranty, six year or 70,000 mile powertrain warranty, and wheel alignment and balancing are protected for one year or 20,000 miles.  The SC also comes with some great safety features.  Some of them are; vehicle stability control, front, side and knee airbags for front passengers.

Now another great vehicle to check out, would be the 2011 Nissan GT-R, which can be found at Montgomery Nissan Dealership.  The GT-R was ranked number 1 out of 8 Super Luxury Sports Cars.  It comes equipped with a 3.8 liter, twin-turbo charged V6 engine that creates 485 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 434 pound feet of torque at 3,200-5,200 rpm.  A dual clutch six speed transmission with three driver-selectable modes and steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters are standard.

The 2011 model warranties have not been released, but will most likely be the same as the 2010 model which can be found at Nissan El Centro.  The 2010 model warranties consisted of three years or 36,000 mile basic warranty and a five year or 60,000 mile powertrain warranty.  The federal government has not tested this model.   Most vehicles at this price range are not crash tested.  However, they do come with a lengthy list of safety features.  Some of them include; dual-stage supplemental front airbags not to mention driver and front passenger side impact supplemental airbags.

Another vehicle that was ranked number 1 Super Luxury Sports Cars, was the 2010 Porsche 911 Carrera.  The 911 Carrera base trim, 4. and Targa 4 all come with a 3.6 liter six cylinder engine that generates 345 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 288 pound feet of torque at 4,400 rpm.  Now the more powerful 911 Carrera S, 4S, and Targa 4S comes with a 3.8 liter six cylinder engine that generates 385 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 310 pound feet of torque at 4,400 rpm.  Buyers can choose from a six speed manual transmission or the new Porsche DoppelKupplung, which comes with seven gears, manual gearshift and an automatic mode.

The Porsche 911 Carrera comes with a four year or 50,000 mile new car limited warranty and a six year or 70,000 mile powertrain.  It also comes with a long list of safety features.  Some of them include; cornering lights, Porsche stability management, automatically deploying roll-over bars, and not to forget dual front, side and head airbags.

Add comment Posted in  Luxury Vehicles  Tagged:  2010 Lexus SC, 2010 Porsche 911 Carrera, 2011 Nissan GT-R, Super Luxury Sports Cars May 19, 2011

Warranties and Add-On’s!

After you have picked out your car from Toyota Dealer Ogden, and agreed on a price, you must go into the business or finance office, also called F&I, whether you have your own financing or not, to complete the transaction. In addition to preparing the necessary paperwork and trying to finance your purchase, you will also be offered several different packages and add-ons for your new vehicle. However, some of these products are simply not worth the money, while others may be necessary for some people. Below are some common F&I products explained.

Extended Warranty: You are sure to be told that you need an extended warranty, but you can purchase one at any point while the original factory warranty is in effect, and you can get these warranties from other sources besides the dealer of Chevrolet Dealership Columbia. If you are considering an extended warranty, be sure to read the paperwork and see what systems are covered and if there is a deductible or not. You should also try to get a warranty that provides a loaner vehicle if warranty work is necessary.

Gap Coverage: If you have ever been upside down on a vehicle from Chevrolet Dealer Brooklyn Park, or put no money down when you buy, gap coverage is essential. Gap coverage ensures that your loan will be paid off completely in the event that your vehicle is totaled. This coverage is valuable because your insurance company will only give you trade value for your vehicle, not what you owe on it. Being without gap coverage could leave you with no vehicle and thousands in car debt. This can be purchased from sources other than the dealer.

Rust proofing: Your car already has this feature, and many of these packages have too many loopholes or do not last long enough to be of any value.

Fabric Protector: Some people swear by fabric protectors, but others say that getting Scotch guard and doing it yourself is just as good. You should find out what should happen if you do get a stain. Will the company clean or replace the part in question?

Car Alarm: This is something you can buy on the open market and possibly get a much better system for less money.

Paint Sealant: These products vary greatly. Some are just expensive wax, others coat your vehicle, protect the paint, and make it incredibly easy to clean. Some varieties of paint sealant will allow you to effortlessly remove nearly anything from your car, including spray paint, brake dust, and bugs.

Credit Life and Disability: These packages can be valuable, but most people have similar coverage through employer provided insurance policies though it probably relates to income. This package will make your payment if a person on the loan becomes disabled, or will pay it off if one of those people die. Lots of loopholes in these packages, so read the fine print.

Hopefully this has shed some light on the products that you will be offered when buying a car. While some of these products are worthless and others are nearly essential, all of them can be purchased at a discount by bargaining.

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Don’t Let This Winter Scare You!

Don’t let your holiday travels be interrupted by a roadside breakdown on your new Chevrolet Spark. Mechanical failure in the wintertime can be deadly, so it’s important to have your vehicle from Nissan White Plains checked out thoroughly at a trusted shop such as brake service Bradenton, before cold weather sets in.

Here are tips on choosing a repair facility from the nonprofit National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence , the group that tests and certifies automotive technicians.

* Start shopping for a repair facility before you need one.

* Ask your friends and associates for their recommendations; consult local consumer groups.

* Arrange for transportation in advance so you will not feel forced to choose a shop based on its location.

* Look for a neat, well- organized facility, with vehicles in the parking lot equal in value to your own and modern equipment in the service bays.

* Look for a courteous staff, with a service consultant willing to answer all of your questions.

* Look for policies regarding estimated repair costs, diagnostic fees, guarantees and acceptable methods of payment.

* Ask if the repair facility specializes or if it usually handles your type of repair work.

* Look for signs of professionalism in the customer service area such as civic, community, or customer service awards.

* Look for evidence of qualified technicians: trade-school diplomas, certificates of advanced course work, and certification by ASE.

* Look for the ASE sign. ASE is dedicated to improving the quality of automotive service and repair through the voluntary testing and certification of automotive technicians. ASE-certified technicians wear the blue and white ASE shoulder insignia and carry credentials listing their exact areas of certification. Their employers often display the blue and white ASE sign.

* Once on the road, carry emergency gear: flares, boots, gloves, ice scraper, high-energy snacks, a blanket, shovel, flashlight, tire chains, a few tools, and a cell phone.

Add comment Posted in  Car Advice  Tagged:  Car Service, Cars, Maintenance, Vehicles, Winter May 12, 2011