If you’ve ever had your auto broken into then you know first hand how stressful it can be. Whether you are driving locally, out of a familiar driving area, alone, or with other passengers, we’d like to send some friendly tips your way to hopefully keep you theft and break-in free.
After spending roughly three months battling snow, ice, and other winter driving issues, your car is most likely in need of some extra TLC. Tires, batteries, wipers and more can really take a beating after enduring the harsh reality of Winter. Now that we’re moving forward into spring and summer months, there is plenty to do to make sure that your auto is ready for these seasons.
Although cars are often associated with males, women are quickly becoming some of the most important customers for all automakers. Ford Motor company reports women are now responsible for purchasing almost half of the new automobiles purchased and have an incredible amount of sway in the rest of cases, up to eighty percent. Bloomington, IL new car dealers, along with many other car dealers are turning their attention to what women want from a car and now surveys have been conducted to answer that question. Continue Reading
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) will enact new fuel economy regulations for 2011 vehicles which will ultimately result in a win-win-win situation for the environment, economy, and drivers. The Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) introduced an 18 MPG regulation for passenger vehicles only when enacted by congress in 1975. While slight amendments have been made to CAFE standards over the years, the newest reform will reflect the most drastic change in their 30-year history with a 35% increase in fuel economy for cars and trucks combined. This amendment will enforce Bloomington IL new car dealers to obtain 37.8 mpg for passenger vehicles and 28.8 mpg for trucks by the year 2016. Continue Reading
Mitsubishi has some big goals for the upcoming years. The car company aims to double its sales it the United States in the next three years, according to John Koenig, Mitsubishi North America Executive Vice President. The reason for this aspiration is that Mitsubishi sold just under 54,000 vehicles last year, a disappointing decrease of 44.5% when compared to 2008. How do they plan to accomplish such a goal? Mitsubishi has created an extensive plan for the brand, starting by redesigning their models to resemble the stylish Lancer and prepare for the unveiling of the new 2010 Outlander. Consumers should definitely visit Bloomington, Illinois car dealers and other Mitsubishi dealerships nationwide to find the new models in their lots later this year. Continue Reading