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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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The Dodge Ram line includes heavy duty and high-quality pick-up trucks. These trucks are not only durable and long-lasting, but great for taking on-the-job. The 2012 Dodge Ram trucks have the following options for you to add onto your new truck:

Aluminum ladder rack

• Offers high clearances for items on the cargo bed
• High-strength aluminum
• 750-lb. capacity

Steel ladder rack

• Raised side rails
• Cargo bed item clearance
• 1,000-lb. capacity

Gooseneck trailer hitch

• Powder-coated for corrosion protection
• Attaches directly to frame rails
• No need for welding
• Minimum need for drilling
• Hitch ball uses quick release handle that returns the truck bed to a level bed floor

Conventional-mount standard toolboxes

• Durable, aluminum
• Easy-access lid
• Protective seal coats
• Stainless steel hinges
• Continuous body welds
• Mounts permanently to conventional beds

Heavy-duty commercial toolbox

No, this isn’t the classic Dodge Dart from the ’60s and the ’70s, but the re-engineered and modernized version of it. Built on the Fiat platform, the Dodge Dart is Chrysler Group LLC’s newest, latest, and greatest compact sedan. The 2013 Dodge Dart is completely customizable, with 100,000 ways to personalize. With groundbreaking performance and style, the 2013 Dodge Dart was built to impress.

Interior

The driver-centric interior of the 2013 Dodge Dart is nothing less than beautiful and refined. The interior is “dressed head to toe” with soft-touch surfaces, accent stitching, ambient lighting, hand-wrapped vinyl surfacing. The thoughtfulness of the engineering and craftsmanship is clearly evident.

• Largest uconnect touchscreen in the compact car class, 8.4 inches (standard in the Limited and R/T, [...]

One of the most popular things to do with a Jeep Wrangler, or any other kind of Jeep, is to take it off-roading! While this can be fun, there are some tips and techniques to keep in mind to stay safe.

Before going off-roading, always make sure to check your vehicle over. Make sure your battery is fastened, all hoses and belts are in good condition, and that oil and fluids are full (this includes fuel!). Next, make sure that all four tires are in good condition with proper tire pressure.

When in your vehicle, make sure to put your vehicle in 4-wheel-drive when you anticipate being in, or are in, a situation that will demand the additional traction. This is especially important because it is difficult to engage 4-wheel-drive after you are stuck.

Drive as [...]

Here are some more tips and techniques to keep in mind when off-roading in your Jeep. It can be fun and thrilling, but different terrains require different driving techniques. Keep these tips in mind and stay safe!

Hills

One of the first things to remember when driving on hills is to go straight up or down. Make sure to never drive up or down a hill at an angle because it may cause you to slide or roll the vehicle. When approaching the base of the hill, use more power and let up on the power as you draw near the top, before reaching the top. If you find that you have stalled when driving up a hill, put your vehicle in reverse and back straight down, while remembering to not apply a lot of pressure on the brakes. Going down hills in low range and first gear will help prevent your vehicle’s [...]