Tuesday, May 24, 2011

Win a Tricked Out Charger R/T from the Kurt Busch Foundation!

2011 Dodge Charger Raffle | Kurt Busch Foundation
When Kurt Busch is not running his No. 22 Shell-Pennzoil Sprint Cup Charger on the NASCAR high banks, he’s busy helping others in need. The Kurt Busch Foundation www.kurtbusch.com/foundation lends meaningful support for the betterment of organizations. They get involved in the areas of health care, education, career training and rehabilitation and lend support to military families going through rough times.

Kurt wanted to do something very cool to raise funds for his foundation and collaborated with us and Mopar® to customize a “one-off” 2011 Charger R/T. This awesome looking ride is painted in our new Redline Red color and features a yellow centered racing stripe. It’s also been fitted with door scoops inspired right from the 1970 Charger R/T. The rear spoiler and front fascia are also unique and tell folks this is no ordinary R/T model. Black chrome 20-inch wheels and Mopar Performance lowering kit give the Charger and even more aggressive stance. The 370 horsepower 5.7L HEMI® V8 will breathe a little easier and have an even throatier note thanks to Mopar Cat-Back exhaust system. On the inside, Mopar Katzkin® leather seats featuring Busch’s signature and number are fitted on the high-buckets.

“This is one fabulous Dodge,” said Kurt. “I’m delighted with what Dodge and Mopar have done and how they’ve helped the Foundation. They’ve done a stand-out job on this car. Someone is going to be very happy driving this amazing Dodge around town.

This is the second time the Kurt Busch Foundation has conducted a car raffle as in 2009, a lucky winner laid some rubber in a Challenger SRT8. So don’t be left at the curb and put in gear as only 5,000 raffle tickets will be sold for this head turning Charger R/T. Tickets may be purchased online at www.kurtbusch.com for $100.00 each. Additional photos of the Charger along with a schedule of events to see this muscle machine in person can also be found on the website.

Jeep® Historical Highlight – the Jeep Willys Wagon Print Ad | Jeep

Jeep® Historical Highlight – the Jeep Willys Wagon Print Ad | Jeep
It’s hard to remember a time before SUV’s ruled the road, but it’s true – such a time really existed. Instead of large SUV’s, the majority of suburban driveways were equipped with classic sedans, coupes and convertibles. As proof of the olden days, we present to you this vintage print ad for the revolutionary Jeep® Willys Wagon – a vehicle that was truly cutting-edge for its time. The Willys Wagon was totally groundbreaking, and paved the way for modern utility vehicles. It perfectly embodied functionality for families who wanted a smooth, spacious ride and improved road handling, not to mention great gas mileage to boot. It was the perfect multipurpose vehicle for the active family, and really gave drivers more bang for their buck. Nowadays, family vehicles like this are essentially the norm, and we’re making them better than ever.

 Source: Jeep

Chrysler Group LLC Completes Refinancing and Repays U.S. and Canadian Government Loans in Full

Chrysler Group LLC Completes Refinancing and Repays U.S. and Canadian Government Loans in Full
Chrysler Group LLC today announced the repayment of $7.6 billion in outstanding U.S. and Canadian government loans following the completion of new refinancing transactions. The original loans were repaid in full, more than six years ahead of schedule, along with the payment of accrued interest and additional consideration.

Today, the Company made payments of $5.9 billion to the U.S. Treasury (UST) and $1.7 billion to Export Development Canada (EDC) to retire the loans granted when Chrysler Group began operations in June 2009. EDC is the holding company through which the Canadian federal and Ontario provincial governments extended loans to Chrysler Group.

The Company borrowed $5.1 billion from the UST and $1.6 billion from the Canadian governments in June 2009 ($2.6 billion from the original loan facilities was undrawn and the facilities will be canceled). In total, Chrysler Group has paid the UST $6.5 billion and the EDC $2.0 billion, including $1.8 billion in interest and additional consideration.

Friday, May 20, 2011

DCH Temecula's Got Talent

DCH Auto Group Temecula will host its 2nd Annual DCH Temecula’s Got Talent event in support of National Youth Traffic Safety Month on Saturday, May 21. This is a FREE event that highlights local talent while spreading a positive message about safe driving.

May is an important time for teens to be focused on driving safety. With prom, graduation, and summer trips just ahead, youth-led teams from Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) chapters work together with DCH Auto Group to educate teens, parents and community leaders about the risks faced by teen drivers.  To achieve this goal, local dealerships sponsor programs that will encourage teens to make choices that will decrease their likelihood of an auto-related tragedy. 

Join DCH Auto Group Temecula, SADD chapters and our local community to have some fun and to bring awareness to youth traffic safety.  This year’s event will be highlighted by a talent competition, a car show, kids activities, food, drinks, and prizes.

Hosting the event will be Kim Horn.  Kim is an accomplished musician and singer who's smooth, romantic style sets the standard for Jazz music. His style is reminiscent of Jazz and Big Band singers of old such as Billy Ekstine, Nat King Cole, Joe Williams, Arthur Prysock, Lou Rawls, and Johnny Hartman.

For more information visit www.TemeculasGotTemecula.com

Friday, May 6, 2011

Dodge Ram to launch "Guts. Glory. Ram." tag line

For the second consecutive year, the Ram Truck brand will continue its title as the Official Truck of Churchill Downs and the Kentucky Derby. This year’s participation marks a milestone for the Ram Truck brand not only for the continued partnership but the introduction of the Ram Truck brand’s new tagline, "Guts. Glory. Ram."  The new tagline, which debuts during race programming, pays homage to the history of Ram Truck Brand and represents the hard work and dedication placed in the design, engineering and production of each and every Ram truck.

DCH Auto Group Supports 2011 National Youth Traffic Safety Month

DCH Auto Group is calling attention to teen driving safety this May as part of National Youth Traffic Safety Month.  Throughout May, all DCH Auto Group Dealerships in New Jersey, New York, Connecticut and California will be holding and sponsoring events to raise awareness about how to keep young drivers safe on our roads and highways.

May is an important time for teens to be focused on driving safety. With prom, graduation, and summer trips just ahead, the potential for traffic-related deaths and injuries that involve young drivers and passengers increases alarmingly.  The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says traffic crashes are the leading killer of teens, with more than 5,000 dying annually. That's why DCH Auto Group and its partners, Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) and the National Organizations for Youth Safety (NOYS), and numerous likeminded organizations across the country are raising awareness all month long to educate teens about safe driving habits.

DCH Auto Group dealerships and DCH-sponsored High School SADD Chapters will be holding events to educate teens about driving safety, including:
  • DCH Dealerships in Temecula, CA will be holding their annual talent competition DCH Temecula's Got Talent (www.temeculasgottalent.com) on Saturday, May 21. The popular carnival-like event hosted by DCH Honda of Temecula, DCH Acura of Temecula and DCH Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Temecula along with SADD Chapters from Great Oak High School, Chaparrel High School, and Temecula Valley High School,  gives area residents the opportunity to showcase their talents and gain knowledge about safe driving issues.