Ah, fall. That wonderful time of year when the temperatures cool, days start to get shorter and Fletcher’s Corny Dogs make their annual appearance at the State Fair of Texas. If you’ve never been to the State Fair of Texas, I urge you to, at some point in your life, make the effort to visit at least once. Where else can you take a selfie … Read More
Month: September 2016
Don’t skip the test drive!
Buying things online these days is as American as baseball, Jeep® Wranglers and apple pie. In fact, most people I know do the majority of their shopping online, simply to escape “mall madness.” The same is becoming true of car shopping. While I agree with (and encourage) online research when in the market for a vehicle, estimates suggest that nearly 20 percent of car buyers … Read More
Go out on a limb – spend a day apple picking
Fall means a lot of things. Cooler temperatures. Changing leaves. Football. And apples. Or any other of the numerous fruits and vegetables that are in-season and available at Pick Your Own (PYO) farms across the country. I’ve always wanted to go to an apple orchard and recently had the chance to do so. I must say, it was beautiful. And delicious! Before heading out for … Read More
SuperVan cinches Top Safety Pick+ rating
“Faster than a speeding bullet. More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap tall buildings in a single bound.” It’s SuperVan! Okay, so maybe the all-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica can’t leap tall buildings. You probably should not try to see if it’s faster than a speeding bullet. And at 287 horsepower delivering 262 lb-ft of torque, it has plenty of get-up-n-go, but not quite the … Read More
‘Tis the season to keep an eye out for Rudolph – Dasher, Donner and Blitzen too
Four words that can completely devastate your day – I hit a deer. Did you know drivers are twice as likely to hit a large animal (deer, elk and moose) during the last three months of the year? For those living in the city, this may seem unlikely, almost an impossibility. But consider the fact that some of the most traveled holidays occur during the … Read More
Autumn is rolling out a colorful carpet for you to see
Fall is in the air. Crisp morning temperatures paired with bright, sunny afternoons can only mean one thing – changing leaves. I’ve been fortunate to witness some of the most remarkable fall colors in many areas of the country. From the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Rockies to the magnificent waterfalls of the Pacific Northwest, autumn sets the United States ablaze with panoramic views of … Read More
Feel like royalty in an all-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica
A few days ago, I saw my first 2017 Chrysler Pacifica on the road. While admiring the bright white, Limited Edition, I found myself wondering what they liked best about their new minivan. Was it the remote start that pairs so well with the three-zone climate control, ensuring passengers’ comfort upon entry? Or maybe it was the 8.4-inch touchscreen display? Or, my personal favorite, the … Read More
What’s in a name?
National Name your Car Day is less than a month away. Yes, there’s a day for that. AND there’s an app for that. Well, okay, there’s not so much an app as there are several websites to help you choose just the right name for your favorite (or not-so-favorite) four-wheeled friend. If you drive a Rebel, Renegade or Hellcat, you’re one of the lucky few … Read More
Spotlight on a commitment to customer service
Recently, I had an opportunity to review feedback from Chrysler Capital customers. As you can guess, most provided advice regarding areas of opportunity in which we can improve, which is great. Without constructive feedback, we would not have the direction necessary to continue striving to be a best-in-class auto finance provider. Among the reviews were also entries from those who were anxious to let us … Read More