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Crown Motors — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 20:39:17 +0000

www.crownmotorsnissan.com

Crown Motors Nissan Website Launch

Crown Motors — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 00:31:46 +0000

As of today, Crown Motors Nissan officially exists … on the Internet!

Check Out Our Brand New Nissan Website! www.crownmotorsnissan.com

Exist!? – What do I mean? Well, yesterday morning I searched Crown Motors Nissan in Google maps and I got nothing! How could that be? I was there! We all expect Google (Bing, Yahoo, etc.) to know everything automatically; but in reality, Google doesn’t know much until you tell it! So essentially, until I told Google that Crown Motors Redding is now here at 300 E. Cypress Ave in Redding, CA, we didn’t exist! Think about it … if you search something on Google and find zero results, aren’t you likely to think that 1) you misspelled your search or 2) it doesn’t exist!? Just fuel for thought.

Anyways … Now we exist! Virtually and Physically: Crown Motors Nissan (on Google)

Happy Friday Everyone! Have a fabulous weekend!

-Cassie@CrownMotors

Exploring the Nissan Rogue @ Crown Motors

Crown Motors — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 21:25:20 +0000

What does the addition of Nissan to Crown Motors in Redding mean? It means that we can provide you with more options and that we’re even more likely to have the vehicle that fits your needs perfectly! With that said, let’s explore these great new vehicles we have to offer!

Today I enjoyed the opportunity to drive a brand new 2010 Nissan Rogue – so let’s start there!

The Rogue was awarded a Consumer Digest Automotive Best Buy Award AND the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) highest rating – 5 stars – for side-impact crash safety. The Rogue comes in 4 different models to suit different consumers: S, S with 360 Value Pkg, S Krom Editon, and the SL. You also have a choice between FWD and AWD. For a breakdown of the different features that each model has, go here (Compare Models: Nissan Website). You might also want to check out the 360 view and color options (Rogue 360 View: Nissan Website).

If you have any questions about the Rogue or any of our other vehicles, call or stop by! We’ll be more than happy to chat with you . Call 530-223-2177 and ask to speak to a sales associate (Business Hours: 8A-8P Mon-Sat, 10A-6P Sun). We received our first shipment of Nissan Rogues at the end of last week, and we expect more to come in soon! Check back soon for more Crown Motors Redding News, Information on our Vehicles, Special Deals, and Events.

-Cassie@CrownMotorsRedding

Crown Motors – Redding’s Newest Nissan Dealer!

Crown Motors — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 01:33:16 +0000

In case you haven’t noticed, 300 E. Cypress Avenue in Redding, CA looks a little different than it did only a month ago! Crown Motors has expanded to offer you yet another great line of new vehicles … Nissan! You’ll find Crown Nissan just down the street from the main Crown Motors store on E. Cypress Ave – Look for Red & Yellow! You can’t miss us!

We have over 50 NEW Nissan’s on the way. The first batch arrived today and the lot should be packed soon enough! Our lot currently is stocked with New 2009 and 2010 Nissan vehicles, plus a great selection of pre-owned vehicles.

Currently we’re offering a great deal: $50 Gift Certificate towards your next vehicle service at ANY of the Crown Motors Service Centers when you test drive the New Ford Fiesta or Ford Super Duty! Valid through 8/31/2010.

That’s it for now folks! Check in soon for the brand new Crown Nissan website & information on the new line of vehicles we have to offer you!

-Cassie@CrownMotorsRedding

New Honda CR-Z getting closer.

Crown Motors — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:23:05 +0000

Honda Concept

All-New 2011 Honda CR-Z Sport Hybrid Coupe to Start at $19,200
June 22 2010
On-sale date set for August 24
The all-new 2011 Honda CR-Z sport hybrid coupe is set to debut at dealers on August 24, 2010, with a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) starting at $19,200, plus a destination and handling charge1 of $750, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today.

Developed as a stylish, driver-focused vehicle with an emphasis on efficient performance, the all-new 2011 Honda CR-Z introduces a sleek two-passenger coupe design with quick, sporty handling to the gasoline-electric hybrid segment. A 1.5-liter i”‘VTEC 4-cylinder engine works with Honda’s unique, compact and lightweight Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system to supply both power and efficiency to the CR-Z. A sport-focused, six-speed manual transmission is a first for any mass-produced hybrid. An automatic Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) is available and includes steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters for manual-like gear-ratio control.

A new, exclusive 3-mode drive system allows the driver to configure the vehicle’s responsiveness for Sport, Normal or Econ (Economy) driving modes. Driver efficiency tools include Eco Assistâ„¢ and Eco Scoring, which together can help drivers find improvements to efficient driving styles, while also comparing economy achievements to previous trips as well as the life of the vehicle.

The CR-Z is available in two equipment grades ““ the well-equipped CR-Z (base) and the feature-rich CR-Z EX. Standard features on the CR-Z include an AM/FM/CD/USB audio system with six speakers, automatic climate control, power windows and door locks, remote entry, cruise control, and more.

The CR-Z EX adds a 360-watt AM/FM/CD high-power audio system with seven speakers ““ including a subwoofer ““ BluetoothÂ® HandsFreeLinkÂ®, leather-wrapped steering wheel and more. The CR-Z EX is available with the Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation Systemâ„¢ with Voice Recognition2.

The CR-Z demonstrates the Honda commitment to safety in the vehicle’s design and construction. The Advanced Compatibility Engineeringâ„¢ (ACEâ„¢) body structure is designed to help protect vehicle occupants in a frontal collision. Additional safety technologies include Vehicle Stability Assistâ„¢ (VSAÂ®); standard dual-stage, multiple-threshold front airbags; standard front-side airbags with passenger-side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS); side-curtain airbags; active head restraints; an anti-lock braking system; a tire pressure monitoring system; and a pedestrian injury mitigation design in the front of the vehicle.

Ford Sync & Google Maps

Crown Motors — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 20:55:15 +0000

Excerpt from Detriot Free Press: June 8th, 2010

Ford said today it is adding a Google Maps
function to its Sync in-car communications
technology.

Ford said the function will allow drivers to send
maps and directions from a computer or a smart
phone to their vehicle and will be available by
July 1 on all 2010 and 2011 models equipped
with Sync.
“With send to Sync, you can map a destination at
home, at work – wherever you have connectivity
– and when you get to your car, it already knows
where you want to go,” said Doug VanDagens,
Ford’s director of connected services solutions.
Ford previously announced the same feature for
MapQuest, which will launch later this year.
Ford’s Sync system, introduced in 2007, has put
the Dearborn automaker at the forefront of
technology for the car but Ford is under pressure
from other automakers, including General
Motors.

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As a consumer and seller of Ford Products we have had a high level of success with Sync. The new integrations with mapping services, google and MapQuest, add a whole new level of excitement

Dodge Ram Motor Trend truck of the year

Crown Motors — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 19:52:56 +0000

Despite the effects of the Great Recession on personal-use truck sales, there is still demand for pickups ready to do hard work. The heavy-duty truck market has gotten smaller, but the guys who buy those pickups are fiercely loyal to the segment-they need the extreme capability these hard-working haulers provide. Some may wonder why anyone would own a truck that can tow nearly 20,000 pounds, but for a lot of people in construction, those who transport vehicles or goods, and those with ranches, this is just a part of everyday life.

Within the next few months, the heavy-duty category will heat up, as all three manufacturers have all-new offerings coming. The Ram Heavy Duty is the first to market, and it’s already ahead of the game. When Ford and GM’s all-new heavy-dutys come out, both new diesel engines are going to require urea injection to meet emissions requirements that take effect January 2010. The Ram Heavy Duty’s Cummins inline-six turbodiesel, which puts out an impressive 350 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque, met those requirements — without urea — over a year ago.

Instead, the Ram 2500 and 3500 use a NOx adsorber with precious metals that convert the NOx into inert gases. Not only does this mean the Ram’s emissions and exhaust systems are less complex than those in the upcoming Ford Super Duty and Silverado/Sierra HD (which could improve reliability and help keep maintenance costs down), it also means that, at the dealership, the Ram will very likely have a price advantage over its competitors. And while in this size category diesel is king, there are plenty of heavy-duty truck buyers who prefer gas power. The 5.7-liter Hemi, the Ram’s base engine, has the most horsepower (383) and torque (400 pound-feet) of any V-8 in its class — and only the Ford Super Duty’s V-10 has more torque than the Hemi, but it still has less horsepower.

Here is the Motors Trend YouTube Video link.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fiZnKdxFnhI&feature=player_embedded

You can always come in to take a test drive for yourself we do have plenty in stock. Or you can check them out on our new web site www.crownmotorsredding.com

Fusion Hybrid and Transit Connect Car and Truck of the year

Crown Motors — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 16:59:17 +0000

DETROIT — The Ford Fusion Hybrid was named the North American Car of the Year today, while Ford’s Transit Connect picked up Truck of the Year accolades in a poll of journalists.

It is only the third time in 17 years that a single manufacturer has won both titles.

“We’ve been focusing very relentlessly on our strategy around making sure our vehicles are world-class in the areas of fuel economy, safety, quality and smart technology,” Mark Fields, Ford’s president of the Americas, said after the morning ceremony. “We’re just so glad we’re being recognized for that, both by the journalists but also, more importantly, by the customers.”

In 2009, Ford posted its first full-year gain in U.S. market share in 15 years.The automaker sold 15,559 Fusion Hybrids last year.

The Fusion Hybrid topped the two other car finalists, the Buick LaCrosse and Volkswagen Golf. It’s just the second time a Ford car has taken the award. The Focus won in 2000.

The Transit Connect, a small cargo truck, came out on top over the Chevrolet Equinox and Subaru Outback crossovers.

“The Transit Connect is what we call a white-space vehicle — there’s nothing like it on the road,” Fields said. “When you see this on the road, your first reaction is, ‘What is that?’ ”

As of mid-December, more than 600,000 Transit Connects have been sold over seven years in 55 countries. Ford has sold 8,834 Transit Connects since it entered the U.S. market in July.

Ford has dominated the domestics, winning the award five times. The F-150 pickup won in 2009, 2004 and 1996. The Ford Escape Hybrid crossover took home Truck of the Year in 2005, as did the Ford Expedition SUV in 1997.

“This is such a motivator for our team to be recognized by the Car and Truck of the Year jury,” Fields said. “These are the most demanding journalists, and we were in a set of very, very tough competitions. … I think it just shows that we’re headed in the right direction.”

See the Trans Connect here http://www.crownmotorsford.com/showroom/2010/Ford/Transit+Connect/Wagon.htm

See The Fusion Hybrid here

http://www.crownmotorsford.com/showroom/2010/Ford/Fusion+Hybrid/Sedan.htm

Check out our new web site at www.crownmotorsredding.com

Ford to introduce 9 new engines and 6 transmissions

Crown Motors — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 18:38:52 +0000

Excerpt from Autonews.com

Ford Motor Co. today said it will introduce nine new or re-engineered engines in North America this year as part of a five-year effort to boost fuel economy and cut emissions.

Additionally, Ford will introduce six new transmissions.

Crown Motors

We think this is really exciting! As a product dealer we look forward to providing our consumers a variety of options. Including increased fuel economy, cutting edge technology and high performance. Some highlights include the 540hp supercharged 5.4L Shelby Mustang.

2011 Super Duty – First V8 Diesel Developed by Ford Motor Co.
Other Interesting Info from Automotive New and the Detroit Auto Show.

• The 2011 Fiesta gets a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine and PowerShift six-speed dual-clutch transmission. Ford says the Fiesta will get 40 mpg. • The 2011 Mustang gets a 305-hp, 3.7-liter V-6 and new six-speed automatic. Ford expects the engine and transmission combination to deliver 30 mpg on the highway. A new six-speed manual transmission also will be offered.

• The 2011 Mustang GT gets a new 412-hp, 5.0-liter V-8 with 390 pounds-feet of torque. The car is expected to get 25 mpg on the highway. The new manual and automatic transmissions will be offered.

• The 2011 Ford Super Duty pickups get a new 6.7-liter turbocharged V-8 diesel and 6.2-liter gasoline V-8. The diesel engine was developed and will be assembled by Ford; the previous engine was provided by Navistar. Ford and Navistar terminated their nearly 30-year relationship in early 2009. The Super Duty pickups also will offer a new six-speed automatic.

• The 2011 F-150 gets a 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged Ecoboost V-6. Ford says the engine will offer the power of a V-8 and the fuel economy of a V-6. Late this year, Ford’s new normally aspirated 2.0-liter direct-fuel injection EcoBoost engine will go into production. The engine will be offered on the redesigned 2012 Ford Focus. This will be Ford’s first application of direct injection in North America. A new six-speed PowerShift automatic transmission also will be available.

Ford also will introduce a new six-speed automatic transmission for its other models and a 2.0-liter Ecoboost engine.

Diesel Exhaust Fluid – FAQ

Crown Motors — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 21:15:50 +0000

This concept is not new, and was originally patented in 1957 by Englehard Corporation.

Diesel Exhaust Fluid is one form of “cleaning” NOx pollutants from diesel exhaust. By adding a mixture of Urea and Deionized water to the catalytic reduction system you can reduce the bad stuff before it exits the tail pipe.

Ford recently sent out this FAQ on Motorcraft DEF.

FAQ

WHAT IS DEF?
A non-hazardous clear fluid (67% deionized water / 33% chemically pure Urea) that is injected into the diesel exhaust system to reduce NOx emissions.

WHY DEF?

Required for the 2011 model year F-Super Duty 6.7L Ford diesel to meet 2010 EPA emission regulations
For use with competitive make vehicles using a SCR (selective catalytic reduction) system
The majority of diesel (light and heavy duty) manufacturers will use DEF to meet the new requirements

Why use Motorcraft DEF?
Motorcraft DEF is API certified, meeting ISO22241, and is the only fluid approved and recommended by Ford Motor Company. Inferior product may result in costly damage to the SCR system. System damage as a result of inferior fluid is not eligible for warranty reimbursement.

How is the vehicle filled with DEF?
The fluid is supplied through a fill port located next to the diesel fuel fill port; it has a blue cap clearly marked for diesel exhaust fluid.

What is the capacity of the vehicle DEF tank?
The DEF tanks have a five to six gallon capacity, depending on the vehicle configuration.

How frequently will DEF need to be replenished?
The system is designed to last approximately 7,500 miles between fill ups, coinciding with the oil & filter change interval. However, depending on customer use, replenishment may need to occur more frequently.

Is there a DEF tank level gauge?
The vehicle instrument cluster will provide indication of fluid level in the DEF tank, as well as provide warning messages when the DEF is low and needs to be refilled.

Can the vehicle be operated without DEF?
The vehicle will not operate properly without DEF. When the vehicle DEF monitoring system detects no DEF is available, the vehicle initially goes into a speed limiting mode and then progresses into an idle only mode.

How should DEF inventory be stored?
DEF should be stored out of direct sunlight in temperatures between 23F and 86F (-5C and 30C)

Freezing point is 12F (-11C)
Prolonged storage at higher temperatures will cause DEF to breakdown reducing shelf life.
Storing DEF at 86F reduces shelf life to approximately 12months.

Can DEF freeze in the vehicle?
Yes. However, Ford Motor Company vehicles have a tank and line heater to ensure the vehicle operates in extremely cold climates.

All vehicles with equipped with an SCR utilize Diesel Exhaust Fluid. So what is an SCR any how? This image is from the Department of Energy and depicts the general process.

[Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Selective_catalytic_reduction]