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New Jersey Dealership Offers Safety Advice

Friday, November 28th, 2008

Your Chevrolet dealer near Bound Brook knows that you don’t like to have your car break down. Neither do we. Unfortunately, cars break down. Even if you’ve got a brand new high-quality reliable Chevrolet, there’s a chance you’ll run over a nail or have some similar incident.

When your car breaks down, your number one concern should be safety. For example, if a tire is flat, make sure you at least drive the vehicle to a safe spot before you stop to change it. Get off the highway, off to the side, away from traffic. Even if you damage your rim, it’s worth the extra safety precautions.

If your car breaks down and you can’t repair it, the best bet is usually to wait with the vehicle for help. If you have a cell phone, you can call for roadside assistance. If you don’t have a cell phone, raising your hood is a signal that you need assistance. Whatever you do, don’t wait outside the vehicle as this can be very dangerous. If you have flares, you can also set them out to alert traffic to your presence and to signal your need for assistance.

Keep these simple safety principles in mind so that when disaster strikes you know what to do.

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New Jersey Dealership Looks at the 2009 Hyundai Genesis

Friday, November 28th, 2008

The Hyundai Genesis is a brand new type of vehicle, and the first true luxury vehicle that you’re likely to see at your Hyundai dealer near Springfield. At first glance, you aren’t even sure it’s a Hyundai; the famed Hyundai badge doesn’t appear on the front, on the doors, or even on the fenders. You can only find one Hyundai logo – on the lid of the trunk.

You’ll also find the vehicle’s name there, too: The Hyundai Genesis.

The Genesis is Hyundai’s foray into the luxury market. Hyundai has come through with flying colors. If it weren’t for those lone badges on the back of the car, you’d swear you were looking at Mercedes from the front or a Lexus from the side.

The ride, well, you’ll have to judge for yourself. The 2009 Hyundai genesis rides very smooth, and handles like a luxury vehicle. It’s available with a V6 at 290 horsepower, or a V8 at 368 horsepower. AT half the price of a comparable Mercedes, the Genesis is worth a look.

The Genesis comes with plenty of standard equipment, as is befitting a luxury model. You can add just about anything else you’d like to see, too, giving the Genesis every bell and whistle you can think of.

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When to Get New Brakes on your NJ Car

Friday, November 28th, 2008

Regardless of which quality Jeep vehicle you drive off the lot of your Jeep dealer near Monmouth Junction, you’re eventually going to need some brake work. Knowing the warning signs is the first step in making sure that you don’t pay more than you need to, and that you keep safe on the road.

One of the most common signs that you need new brakes is a high pitched squeal. This squeal usually means that your brake pads are ready for replacement. The noise is created when a thin piece of metal in your brake pads is exposed and begins to rub against the rest of the brakes. In some cases, you might hear a similar noise if your brakes are wet. However, if you hear this noise frequently, it’s time to replace those brake pads.

Grinding is another sign that you need new brakes. More often than not, having your brakes grind means a serious problem. It’s likely that your brake pads are worn completely. The other parts of your brake are now exposed, and grinding metal upon metal. If you hear this kind of noise, you need to get your brakes serviced immediately.

If you listen carefully for signs your brakes are failing, you can avoid many costly repairs.

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New Jersey Dealership Considers Wrangler History

Wednesday, November 26th, 2008

The Jeep Wrangler isn’t a newcomer to your Jeep dealer near Avenel. In fact, the Jeep Wrangler can trace its history all the way back to those original Jeeps first produced for World War II. After World War II the Jeep CJ appeared, which was eventually replaced by the Wrangler.

The first generation of the Jeep Wrangler is known as the Wrangler YJ. This Wrangler began production in 1987, and were made in Brampton, Ontario from 1987 until 1992. This Jeep had a soft and a hard top version. You could choose from three different engine choices and from four different transmissions for the Wrangler YJ.

The Jeep Wranger TJ was the second generation of the Wrangler. It was made beginning in 1997, and was made for ten years until 2007. Here again, you could get either a soft or a hard top. There were the same number of engine and transmission selections, as well

Today’s Jeep Wrangler is the KJ model. It’s the first Wrangler to offer four doors. It offers several trim levels, but only one engine and two transmission choices.

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Chevrolet Dealer Suggests Winter Survival Kit for your Car

Wednesday, November 26th, 2008

Your Elizabeth area Chevrolet dealer is concerned about your safety and well-being this winter. As the weather gets cold and the ice starts to cover the roads out there, you should make sure you[‘re prepared.

For the winter, you need to make sure your antifreeze is full and has the right mixture. You need to make sure your tires are ready for the snowy roads. You need to keep up on other sorts of maintenance, such as having your battery inspected, too.

You need to not only prepare your vehicle by winterizing it, but you also need to make sure you’ve got certain types of emergency equipment ready in case disaster strikes when temperatures are freezing.

According to the American Red Cross, there are many things you should pack in a winter survival kit for your car, including:

  • Jumper cables
  • A First Aid kit
  • A small shovel
  • Basic tools such as a screwdriver and pliers
  • Blankets or sleeping bags
  • Extra clothing
  • High-calorie nonperishable food items
  • Flashlights with extra batteries
  • A cell phone with car charger

Having these things on hand doesn’t prevent disaster from striking. However, they can mean the difference between your survival and a horrible outcome.

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Hyundai Dealership Discusses Dealer Financing

Wednesday, November 26th, 2008

When you’re at your East Brunswick area Hyundai dealer looking for a new car, one of the most important things to consider is financing. Choosing whether you’ll finance your new Hyundai at the dealership or whether you’ll finance through another source is something many people struggle with.

Statistics tell us that the vast majority of people that finance a new car do so via dealer financing. Around 40 millions loans were provided at car dealerships in 2007.

One of the reasons that dealer financing is so popular is that dealers have access to multiple lending sources. This allows the dealer to shop around to find the best rates around. In addition, dealerships tend to do a large volume of business, so they are often able to get discounts based on the volume of financing they do through a particular lender.

Dealers are also the only place you can get special manufacturer incentive financing. This is yet another reason why so many people choose to finance at the dealer.

In addition, a dealer can get auto financing for customers will all sorts of credit histories, from those with perfect credit to those with damaged credit. Some dealers even work with lenders that specialize in financing customers with bankruptcy.

Financing at the dealership has many benefits. Find out what your options are at your Hyundai dealership today.

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Chevy Dealership Celebrates Win

Monday, November 24th, 2008

The place to find the 2009 Family Car of the Year is at your Union area Chevrolet dealer. The 2009 Chevy Traverse was given this award by the Southeast Automotive Media Organization.

The organization, also known as SEAMO, was founded in 2001. It includes the top auto industry journalists in the Southeast. On top of the Family Car of the Year Award, it also offers a yearly award for the North American Concept Vehicle.

The award, which is now in its seventh year, looked closely at 21 different family vehicles. The journalists who are members of SEAMO participated in a ride and drive event. Afterward, they turned in test-drive ballots to choose the winner.

The journalists used several criteria for their ratings, all of which have to do with family-friendliness. They considered Styling, Ergonomics, Amenities, Value, NVH, Accessibility, Capacity and Safety. Each vehicle had the potential to earn up to 100 points.

The 2009 Chevrolet Traverse earned a score of 89.5 points in the balloting. During an award lunch at the Charlotte Auto Show, Chevy’s Zone Manager for the region, Tim Groves, accepted the award. He is quoted as saying, “The first crossover in the Chevy family was designed with innovative safety features as well as the ultimate functionality needed to accommodate virtually every lifestyle — particularly families. So, we are pleased SEAMO recognized this and selected us for this prestigious award.”

Come and see us today to see why the 2009 Chevrolet Travers is indeed the Family Car of the Year.

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Hyundai Dealer Looks at the Hyundai Blue Drive

Monday, November 24th, 2008

Your Hyundai dealer near Somerville is proud to sell some of the best value cars in the world. In addition to reliability and affordability, Hyundai is well known for its dedication to fuel economy.

Recently, Hyundai Motor America made an announcement that it intends to reach a fleet average gas mileage of 35 mpg five years before the new fuel efficiency regulations set in. By 2015, Hyundai intends to reach its goal. The announcement was made at the Los Angeles Auto Show, where Hyundai also unveiled the Hyundai Sonata hybrid sedan, its first hybrid vehicle.

Hyundai expects to overtake Honda and Toyota in terms of fuel economy by 2015. Their campaign to increase fuel efficiency will be known as “Hyundai Blue Drive,” and will involve lithium battery-powered hybrids, gas engines that are turbocharged and that have direct injection, as well as plug in hybrid cars and fuel cell vehicles. In addition, Hyundai intends to keep its low-cost strategies for increasing fuel efficiency, such as aerodynamics, low resistance tires and engine calibrations. Beginning in 2009, Hyundai will offer “Blue” versions of the Accent and Elantra.

Hyundai is approaching its fuel efficient vehicles from the value perspective. It is Hyundai’s intention to be able to provide high economy vehicles at an affordable price.

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Jeep Dealerships Talk Tow Hooks and Front Hitches

Monday, November 24th, 2008

Your Denville-area Jeep dealer knows that Jeep is the best brand of vehicle you can take off road. Since the early days, Jeeps have been designed with the idea that they can get anywhere.

One of the things to think about when taking your Jeep off road is how to get your jeep unstuck in those instances where it becomes stuck. This process, known as recovery, can be accomplished in one of two ways, with either a front hitch or with tow hooks.

Tow hooks have a fairly small footprint, and they look like standard equipment. However, they’re not always the best way to get unstuck. When you use tow hooks for recovery, you have to take care of the angle you use so they don’t break or bend. In addition, when you use tow hooks, your Jeep is only being pulled one side at a time. Tow hooks are ideal if you don’t get stuck very often.

The serious off road enthusiast needs something more extreme, however. A front hitch provides much more stable and reliable recovery. It isn’t likely that a front hitch will break or even bend. However, it does hang lower than tow hooks and lessens your approach angle. Still, a front hitch is idea for when you expect to do a lot of recovery.

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How to Care for your New NJ Car’s Soft Top

Friday, November 21st, 2008

At your Monmouth Junction area Jeep dealer, we know what your Jeep means to you. More than just a car, your Jeep is an extension of your personality. You want to take care of your Jeep the best you can, so that it will last you for years to come.

One of the best ways to care for your Jeep is to take care of your soft top. Caring for your soft top means several things. When it comes to the windows, for example, you should never move them when they’re frozen, as they can shatter. You should always use a towel against the glass of your soft top, and don’t allow the glass to make contact with itself or you can wind up with scratches. Your windows need to be cleaned with warm water and dish detergent, not window cleaner.

How you care for the rest of your top is important, too. For example, don’t use an automatic car wash or a self-serve pressure wash. These kinds of cleaning processes might scratch your windows or cause damage to your soft top’s seams. Use protectant on your soft top if your Jeep is stored outside. It’s recommended that you treat it around once a month.

With a little extra attention, you can make sure your soft top lasts a very long time.

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