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I recently decided to take a 2013 Chrysler 200 for a spin in Dayton. Right off the bat, I noticed how sleek the interior looked. With a soft black leather interior, this vehicle impressed me right when I sat in the driver seat. The center of the control panel featured the classic silver Chrysler analog clock. After adjusting the power seat controls, I took this 2013 Chrysler 200 out on the road. The interior featured a traditional dashboard, a leather wrapped shifter, and seat warmers. When adjusting the interior features, it was noticeable how smooth everything is – from opening the door handle to the gear shifter to the air conditioning knobs.

The Chrysler 200 had quick and responsive braking, which was comforting when driving through the Dayton I-75 construction zones. The vehicle drove smoothly and handled beautifully when hugging the road curves. Not only did I feel safe from how well the 2013 Chrysler [...]

1. Four available models: Sport, Latitude, Trailhawk, Limited
2. Up to 31 MPG for highway driving
3. 18-inch polished aluminum wheels with all-season tires
4. Leather-trimmed seats (front heated)
5. 7-inch color instrument cluster with thin film transistor liquid crystal display technology
6. Uconnect® system with Bluetooth® and 8.4-inch touchscreen display media hub
7. Easy passive entry with Keyless Enter ‘n Go?
8. Available ParkView® Back Up Camera
9. Remote start on some models
10. Wireless charging pad for your mobile devices
11. Steering wheel controls for continual focus on the road
12. 60/40 split second row seats with fore/aft functionality
13. Jeep cargo management system adds handy hooks and a removable grocery bag
14. New CommandView®dual-pane sunroof includes a power sliding glass front panel and a fixed glass panel with power sunshade in the rear
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Jeep lovers will be surprised and delighted when the 2014 Jeep Cherokee will be debuted at the New York Auto Show this week. After a decade-long absence, the all-new Jeep Cherokee will have a complete design refresh that closely resembles the Jeep Liberty, according to jeepinthenews.com.

One of the features to be on the lookout for is the grill on the all-new 2014 Cherokee. The seven-slot grill will be more blended to the curvy hood and the design is smaller and thinner. The front headlights are split into two, also. With this new design, the front bumper is almost flush with the front of the vehicle. While there are many similarities, the 2014 Jeep Cherokee will not be as “boxy” as the Jeep Liberty.

There are not any public interior or rear photos of the 2014 Jeep Cherokee at this time. [...]

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, [...]

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.