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Dodge is said to bring the all-new 2014 Dodge Durango to the 2013 New York Auto Show, according to Autoguide.com. It is said to be debuting a 3.0-liter EcoDiesel engine. This might ring a bell, because it is same engine that has recently been introduced in the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Although there have not been many details released, it is rumors that the 2014 Dodge Durango will feature an eight-speed transmission in addition to the EcoDiesel engine.

The Durango is also rumored to feature similar looks and design styles as the Jeep Grand Cherokee. It is anticipated that 2014 Dodge Durango will showcase an 8.4-inch LCD touchscreen Uconnect media hub system, as seen in the 2013 Dodge Dart.

According to the Auto News and Business News sections of the Detroit Free Press, Chrysler will be producing a special edition of the popular sedan, the Chrysler 200. The 1213.5 200 S Special Edition will be produced in limited quantities (2,000 vehicles) to dealerships across the country this summer, says Saad Chehab, head of the Chrysler Brand.

Chrysler teamed up Carhartt, an apparel line, to develop this sedan which features new look to the grille, wheels, and fascia. Starting at $28,870, the limited edition will be featured at the New York auto show on Wednesday.

Additionally, certain features of this new vehicle may be seen again next year in the next-generation midsize sedan, according to Chehab.

With this week marking the first full week of spring, we hope that warmer weather is on the way in Dayton! Some of the best things about spring include baseball spring training, Red’s Opening Day, wearing shorts after being bundled up all winter, the beginning of cookout season, and driving with the sunroof open and windows down.
One of the great joys in life is driving with your sunroof open on a warm, carefree day. When customizing your 2013 Dodge Dart, there is an available option to include a Power Express Open/Close sunroof. Add a little fun to your spring and summer.
The 2013 Dodge Dart is completely customizable. With more than 100,000 options to customize your 2013 Dodge Dart, you are sure to love every part [...]

With the University of Dayton hosting the First Four NCAA Tournament, traffic in the Dayton area is going to be more congested than a normal week. In dense traffic situations combined with the unpredictable weather, it is important to have reliable brakes and a vehicle that has superior traction.

What exactly is traction? Traction allows the transfer of engine power into forward motion. The Jeep Liberty is designed to give you optimal traction in any condition. There are two different traction systems in the Jeep Liberty: the part-time Command-Trac II or full-time Select Trac II 4-wheel drive systems. Furthermore, the Jeep Liberty has an advanced brake lock differential which is an awesome feature that uses brake pressure to redistribute torque if needed.

To enhance traction, [...]

The 2013 Dayton Auto Show was held at the Dayton Convention Center and had a large presence of Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, and RAM. Here are some of the new 2013 vehicle models that were at the show. Which vehicles were your favorites? Which vehicles do you want to see more of and want to know more about?

Dodge Dart

2013 Jeep Wrangler

2013 Jeep Wrangler Engine

2013 Jeep Wrangler Tie

The 2013 Dodge Dart has the markets largest touch screen of any compact car.

This will be a significant luxury for Dayton residents! Because there is so much construction throughout downtown Dayton, and it seems to be getting worse, finding the correct way to go may seem daunting sometimes. The 2013 Dodge Dart has easy to see navigation to get you through those confusing Dayton construction detours. Darts 8″ screen will be easy to see while dodging construction. And unfortunately, Dayton’s plan is for construction to go till 2017! That gives you plenty of time to utilize the Dart luxurious features right in the Dayton area.

Check out more features of the all new 2013 Dodge Dart.

What is Electronic Stability Control? This is a feature of the all new 2013 Dodge Dart that monitors sensors in the steering column and passenger compartment. This is done to continually compare the steering action of the driver to the vehicle’s rotation around its vertical axis.

If the front end of a vehicle is under-steering, or not turning fast enough, ESC will automatically apply the inside rear brake. This is to help the vehicle achieve the turn that is desired.

When the rear end of the vehicle begins to fishtail or slide, ESC automatically engages the outside front brake. This is to correct any over-steering.

In addition to the braking, ESC may also reduce the engine power.