Family Room on Wheels

Chrysler Group, pioneer of the minivan, has lead the segment for the past 25 years with 12 million sales. The Houston Chronicle raves excellent reviews for the 2010 Town & Country, writing that the end is not yet in sight.

Three different models present customers with a more contemporary appearance. The 2010 model offers different trim levels, two industry-exclusive seating and storage systems and state-of-the-art entertainment systems. There are more than 40 available safety features and an estimated fuel economy of 17 miles per gallon city and 25 mpg highway.

Arc Voss (Houston Chronicle and the Vallejo Times-Herald) coined the Town & Country as a “family room on wheels.” Fun-features, and spacious, practical comforts make the Town & Country the ideal family vehicle for on-the-go lifestyles. Raving about the “entertainment goodies,” Voss wrote that the Limited is “a blessing in disguise.” Voss, who took the Town & Country on a tip to Disneyland with his daughter and grandchildren referred to the Limited as “invaluable transport.” With two separate screens, everyone settled down with their own entertainment choice.

Limited Edition Challenger Unveiled!

A special-edition Mopar version of the 2010 Dodge Challenger will arrive at dealerships in August! The Mopar ’10 as it will be called, is only available in brilliant black, with a choice of blue, red or silver accent colors. According to Chrysler Group LLC, it is intended to appear “wicked” and “sinister.”


President and CEO of the Dodge brand, Ralph Giles confirmed by saying, “The vehicle looks absolutely sinister in black. (The) triple black looks is really cool right now and pops the Mopar stripe the best.” (USA Today).


According to the Wall Street Journal, the special-edition Challenger is highly customizable and is the “auto maker’s biggest step yet to promote its part and accessories unit.” Chrysler Group LLC will sell only 500 Mopar ’10 vehicles. The special-edition Challenger is the first Mopar version of any of their vehicles. According to MotorTrend, the Mopar ’10 is based off of an R/T and fits in between a standard R/T and the SRT8.


In the Detroit News, Mopar CEO Pietro Gorlier said, “Dodge put the heart into this Challenger, and Mopar added the soul.” A looming, sinister soul!

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Oil Changes: How Often is Enough?

“Engine Oil: Your Car’s Life Blood… No other maintenance item is so important for extending the vehicle’s life and reducing repair costs.” – AAA Auto Guide: Making Sense of Car Care

Why do you need to change your vehicle’s oil? Contaminants slowly accumulate in a vehicle engine; if you leave them there, it can cause major damage to your automobile. When you change the oil, contaminants such as carbon and metal are removed.

 IT IS IMPORTANT TO CHANGE YOUR OIL REGULARLY!

Take this quick quiz:
Do any of the following describe your driving or environment?

[ ] Frequent stop-and-go driving
[ ] Temperatures falling below 32 degrees Fahrenheit
[ ] Extended engine idling
[ ] Dusty driving conditions
[ ] Trips less than 10 miles
[ ] 50% of driving is a high speeds during hot weather (50 degrees Fahrenheit or higher)
[ ] Towing
[ ] Delivery or commercial vehicle
[ ] Frequent off-road operation
[ ] Use of E-85 (ethanol) fuel

Do any of these apply to your driving style? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions it is important that you change your oil at least every 3,000 miles.

Note: It is also important to regularly check your oil. If the oil level is below the ADD mark, make sure to add enough to be in the Full Range Mark.


If your engine runs out of oil, it could cause irreversible damage. You may have to replace the entire engine!

Chrysler Sales Up 35%

The Wall Street Journal reported that Chrysler’s sales are up 35% for the month of June compared to 2009 figures.

Chrysler, Jeep and Ram sales were higher than last year, but Dodge sales contributed to most of the increase. According to the Associated Press there was a 67 % increase among Dodge sales. June is the third consecutive month for year-over-year sales increases for Chrysler (Detroit Free Press).

Fred Diaz, president and CEO of the Ram Truck Brand confirmed the year-over-year sales as continuing “to build on our sales momentum. Excitement also continues to grow as the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokees arrive on lots (Detroit News).

Estimated June U.S. industry sales total $11.3 million.