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Last year, Chrysler conducted a comparison study on the Chrysler 200 Limited versus the Toyota Camry SE. Who do you think emerged as the “winner”? Well, here are some key points from what Vehicle Evaluation Specialist, Paul Gerrard had to say:

• Thanks to the 283P Pentastar V6 engine, the Chrysler 200 is able to keep the weight evenly distributed upon acceleration
• The Toyota Camry gets a lot of wheel spin which is due to the weight shifted off the front tires toward the back of the vehicle

Successful evasive maneuvering: Chrysler 200 displayed poise and performance
Toyota Camry has a lot of body shifting and a fair amount of understeer, which requires immediate attention from the stability control system, which in turn basically shuts the car down
Interior Sound Level, highway speeds

Negotiation of money can be an uncomfortable situation for anyone, regardless if it is for a house, a job salary, or a car. You don’t want to be judged for throwing out a low price but you don’t want to suggest a high dollar figure in fear of getting ripped off. Buying a new or used car is an investment and can be intimidating in itself. On top of that, car salesmen often have the stigma of being pushy. So what are some things you can keep in mind when negotiating with a car dealership?

1. First, let’s debunk some myths. Not all car salesmen are pushy. Not all car salesmen are dishonest. And not all car salesmen dislike working with people. Professionals, such as those at Paul Sherry Chrysler-Jeep-Dodge-RAM, are honest people who want to find you your perfect car, regardless of the price tag. The association of car salesmen with the word “pushy” [...]

Check out some of these apps to help you when searching for a buying a vehicle:
CarBUZZ: This app has car news, reviews on cars, and relevant information for car shopping. Some of this information is fuel efficiency of cars and base prices.

Car Calc Pro: this app helps you with financial information. It can help calculate monthly payments based on the loan amount you input, the number of years, and the rate. It can give you the cost of your car after everything is factored in. It will also let you compare buying and leasing.

Cars.com: For those who are shopping around for cars, the user can choose models and makes, search by location, and set a maximum price. This app will limit the car [...]

Shopping for a Chrysler 200 can be broken down into a few simple steps. There are many reasons you may be attracted to Chrysler’s hottest car, but sorting through which model may be confusing if you are not aware of the differences. Follow these simple steps and you will be on the road in no time.

1. Congratulations, you have made the decision to buy a brand new car. You are probably excited and can’t wait to start enjoying that new car smell that you dream about. But before you drive to the closest Chrysler dealership and sign on the dotted line, choosing which dealership to go to can be the largest and overlooked factor. As you may have already noticed, every car dealer claims they have the lowest price. But how can that be? Someone must be lying…. To tell the truth, every Chrysler dealer near Troy, Ohio gets Chrysler 200’s at the same [...]

FUN FACT: A 1″ rainfall equals 22,651 gallons of water per acre, weighing over 100 tons.

Whether in a smaller sedan like your new 2012 Dodge Journey or 2012 Dodge Avenger, or a larger vehicle like a 2012 Dodge RAM truck or a 2012 Jeep Liberty, it is important to stay safe when driving in rainy conditions.

To start, ensure that you have the following:

• Quality tires and windshield wipers
• Rain dispersant
• Awareness of driving conditions
• Patience

In a down pour, the pavement often becomes slippery and visibility becomes reduced. Use these tips to help:

Be prepared:

• Check your tires and windshield wipers for wearing on them. Keep your tires in proper condition.
• Replace your windshield wipers every year
• Buy new tires when tread grooves reach less than 2/32″ deep
• Treat your windshield with a rain dispersant
• Pay attention to changes in driving conditions during rainy conditions, as traction and visibility will [...]

The Dodge Durango a 4-door SUV that seats up to six people. This car is sporty, adaptable, and flexible. With over 50 possible seat configurations and 85 cubic feet of interior cargo space, you can take advantage of its versatility to fit your needs.

In addition to all of the Dodge Durango’s noteworthy hauling capabilities, storage capacity and flexibility, and efficient performance, one of the 42 safety features stands out to me: the ParkSense Rear Park Assist.

The ParkSense Rear Park Assist is a technology that becomes active when you shift your Dodge Durango into Reverse and you are driving no more than 10 mph.

The system works by utilizing four sensors in the rear bumper that scan for obstacles up to 79 inches (200 cm) away from your vehicle.

Ever experience those days when seems as if people forget how to drive as soon as it starts to rain? The weather man keeps saying how desperately we need rain, so when it comes you should know how to stay safe while driving in wet weather conditions.
Whether in a big SUV like your new 2012 Jeep Compass or 2012 Dodge Journey, or a smaller sedan like your new 2013 Dodge Dart or 2012 Chrysler 200, it is important to know how to drive in all types of weather.

1. Similarly to winter snowy weather, make sure to keep a little extra distance between you and the car in front of you. A good rule to follow is keeping 4-5 seconds in between the car in front.
2. Watch for spray from larger vehicles, like semi-trucks.
3. Make sure to turn on [...]

Quadra-lift is a vehicle air suspension system equipped in some Jeep Grand Cherokees. It is a technology that allows you to adjust your vehicle’s height by just the push of a button! Normal Ride Height (NRH) is the standard suspension height, for normal driving.

Click the “up” button to raise your Jeep Grand Cherokee for off-road ground clearance. Clicking “up” on your Jeep Grand Cherokee’s Quadra-lift will raise your vehicle to “sand/mud” or “rock.”

By clicking the “down” button, you will lower your vehicle for open-road driving to be more aerodynamic.

Finally, by pressing the “park” button, your vehicle will be lowered for ease of entry, exit, and cargo loading.

2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee: Selec-Terrain

Selec-Terrain is a system that gives you the ability to control and fine-tune your 4WD capabilities to suit the terrain and condition in which you [...]

Your new 2012 Dodge Ram Truck is equipped with a RamBox. The RamBox system is an integrated pick-up box storage and cargo management system. It contains of 3 features:
1) Integrated box side storage bins

• Located on both sides of the cargo box
• Provide weather-proof lockable storage
• Stores up to 150-lbs of evenly distributed cargo
• To open the storage bin, press and release the button on the lid. The bin lid will open upward for easy access
• The interior will automatically illuminate when opened (also has a manual on/off switch located at the rear of each bin)
• Can be locked using the auxiliary key
• Feature two removable drain plus to allow water to drain (to remove, pull up on the edge)

2) Cargo extender divider – has 3 functional positions: storage position, divider position, and extender position
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