Friday, November 30, 2012
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Big Finish 2012 Event!
At Miracle Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, we have been family owned and operated for 32 years! During our Big Finish Event, every 2012 model is easy price. So come in to our dealership and you will be treated like family!
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Another great review on DealerRater!
"These guys immediately met the pricing I was looking for without going back and forth. I would definitely do business with these guys in the future from a sales standpoint."
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
John Varvatos—Ties to Detroit and Chrysler
Standing in front of the vehicle that now bears his name—the Chrysler 300C John Varvatos Limited Edition—designer John Varvatos reveals how ties to the Detroit auto industry continue to inspire his work in fashion.
**Courtesy of Chrysler official YouTube channel
Monday, November 26, 2012
CNG-Powered Ram Latest in Expanding Fuel-Efficient Lineup!
At least a few times, CEO Sergio Marchionne has publicly said that there are still a lot of technical advancements to come from internal combustion engines. And, we're proving it.
Look at the 2013 Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger -- each with the 3.6-liter, Pentastar V-6 engine coupled with an eight-speed transmission get best-in-class 31mpg highway for their respective segments.
Look at the various fuel efficient options on the 2013 Dodge Dart, especially the Dart Aero, which gets 41 mpg on the highway.
What about the 2013 Fiat 500 and Fiat 500c, each one gets up to 40 mpg highway and 31 mpg city.
Those aren't hybrids.
But, that doesn't mean we're not good at hybrid and alternative fuel technology. We now count the Ram 2500 CNG (compressed natural gas) among our fuel-efficient family.
The only OEM-built, CNG-powered pickup truck sold and produced in North America, the Ram 2500 CNG pickups are available from U.S. and Canadian Ram dealers. Cost-saving and environmental benefits include:
- CNG cost is about $1.25 per GGE (gasoline gallon equivalent)
- CNG-only range of Ram is 301 miles highway; backup supply of gasoline extends total range to 966 miles.
- Operation in CNG mode reduces CO2 emissions approximately 20%; other tailpipe emissions, such as NOX, are reduced by more than 50%.
The Ram 2500 CNG is actually a bi-fuel vehicle that uses compressed natural gas as its primary fuel source, but automatically switches to gasoline when the CNG tanks are emptied. In vehicles, CNG achieves nearly identical mileage figures as unleaded regular gasoline – with a retail cost more than 30% lower than the average price of a gallon of gasoline.
"From the moment we unveiled the Ram CNG, dealers – particularly those near CNG refueling infrastructure -- strongly encouraged us to bring CNG to their stores. We’re pleased that Ram can deliver on that demand," said President/CEO - Ram Truck Brand and Chrysler de Mexico Fred Diaz.
**Courtesy of Chrysler Blog
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Monday, November 19, 2012
Our entire team is awesome, five more excellent reviews for our dealership!
"Everyone at this dealership are always eager to help. The quality of these professionals is hard to find. That s why I will travel Miracle in Gallatin for all my automotive needs."
"Everyone at this dealership are always eager to help. The quality of these professionals is hard to find. That's why I will travel from Union Hill to Miracle in Gallatin for all my automotive needs."
"We were more than pleased with the employees, the environment and the general buying experience that kept us at ease during the entire process. We will be a continued customer of Miracle and would highly recommend the dealership and the salesman."
"Your staff however were exceptionally nice, working me in the same day I called. They took me back to work and then came back to get me when my car was finished. They kindly found that I had a nail in my front tire and plugged it for my as well. I was positively satisfied with my experience. Thank You!"
Friday, November 16, 2012
Car Heater Maintenance
How Heaters Work
Get real. Granted, most vehicle systems do work the way they're supposed to; but, that first day when the world is coated in frost and the temperature has plummeted below freezing is not the time to find out your car's heater is not working. Start by flipping on that heater switch well before you really need the heat. If your heater doesn't respond with a warm blast of air, here are a few things you can do to figure out the problem.
Automotive heaters work off the warm air absorbed by the radiator from the warmed-up engine. If your cold-day car ritual is to turn on the heater and blower right after your turn the ignition switch, all you'll get is cold air. Only once the engine warms up will the passenger compartment warm up as well.
Troubleshooting
Your radiator has to have an adequate level of coolant for the heating system to work. If you're low on coolant, air pockets can develop in the heater core and hoses, blocking the flow of warmth. To make sure the coolant is fully circulating, check both heater hoses (inlet and outlet return hoses) when the engine has reached normal operating temperatures and the heater is on. Both hoses should be hot to the touch. If they're not, you may have identified the source of your problem.
For a front-wheel drive or rear-engine configuration, you may want to take the problem to your mechanic, since those systems are usually a bit more complicated. Filling the cooling system and bleeding out heater hose air pockets may require opening up bleeder valves on the thermostat housing or hose connections. If your vehicle doesn't have these valves, you may have to loosen the heater outlet hose as you add coolant to the radiator. In either case, leave the valve or hose open until the fluid starts to dribble out. At that point, the air pockets should be eliminated and you'll be good to go.
A heater core clogged with cooling system crud can also cause the heater to malfunction. Another source of no-heat is a thermostat stuck in the open position. A good test is to start a cold engine and check the upper radiator hose. No coolant should be moving through the hose until the engine starts to warm up, and at that point, the hose will feel warm. If the thermostat is stuck on open, you'll feel the coolant in the hose as soon as the cold engine is started.
A heater core clogged with cooling system crud can also cause the heater to malfunction. The only solution is a new core. The way to avoid this repair is to flush the cooling system as part of your regular maintenance schedule.
If both your heater and defroster are on the fritz, the problem is probably an inoperative airflow control or inlet door in the heater ducting. The quick fix is to check for and repair or re-attach a loose cable or hose. If your vehicle has a vacuum-actuated system, you'll have to replace the vacuum motor or control switch.
What if your heater is working well, but the blower that's supposed to get the warmth into the passenger compartment isn't working? This is easy enough to figure out. You should be able to hear the blower blowing air when you flip it on. If it's silent, that's the problem. This may be as simple as a blown fuse or as complicated as a broken motor or wiring/electrical problem.
One word of caution: if you've checked your fuse box diagram and can see that the fuse has blown, simply replacing the fuse may not solve the problem. Fuses blow when the circuit overloads, so you or your mechanic should identify the cause of the circuit overload. If a replacement fuse blows out immediately, there's a short in the system. If the fuse lasts a while, then goes bad, the fan motor may be running too hot due to worn brushes.
No heat can also be caused by pinched heater hoses, which you should be able to locate and un-pinch. Another potential source of a malfunctioning heater is a weak water pump that isn't properly circulating the coolant through the system, or a cooling or clutch fan that's over-cooling your engine.
One thing you should NOT do is place a barrier, such as a piece of cardboard, in front of your vehicle radiator. This is a common "don't-wanna-figure-out-the-problem" solution to increase heating capacity. Unfortunately, the result may be an overheated engine, even in the coldest weather, especially when the engine is under load or kept idling in traffic.
As with most mechanical problems, the solution to inadequate heating can be simple or complicated. Even with an easy fix, it's better to take care of that before you're caught out in the cold.
**Courtesy of automedia.com
Kudos to Bert and Tim for getting us another 5-star review!
"HELLO MIRACLE CHRYSLER,THIS JODI WEATHERFORD WANT TO THANK BERT CURRY AND STAFF FOR HELPING ME AND MY DAD TO PURCHASE MY CHEROKEE,IVE NEVER BEEN SO HAPPY,MIRACLE ROCKS.THANKS MIRACLE AND TIM GALVIN."
Thursday, November 15, 2012
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
2013 Jeep Patriot Freedom Edition Gives To Military Charities
The announcement came yesterday, while many Americans were observing Veterans Day. The timing isn't coincidental: like the Jeep Wrangler Freedom edition, the Patriot Freedom is billed as "a tribute to the brave men and women that have served", according to Mike Manley, Jeep's president and CEO.
That's not just talk: Jeep is donating $250 from the sale of each Patriot Freedom to a range of military charities. The vehicle is also eligible for Chrysler's Military Bonus Consumer Cash program, which offers a $500 cash allowance to "active military, active military reserve, retired military (honorable discharge and 20 years of service required), and retired military reserve (honorable discharge and 20 years of service required). Honorably discharged veterans are eligible within 6 months of discharge date."
On the exterior, the first difference you're likely to notice between the Freedom edition and the regular Jeep Patriot is a military-inspired star right in the center of the hood, as well as on the rear quarter panel. The vehicle comes with three patriotic paint options: Deep Cherry Red (seen above), Bright White, and True Blue. The 17" aluminum wheels are painted in Mineral Gray, and on the front doors, you'll find a badge labeled "Oscar Mike", which is military lingo for "on the move".
Inside, you'll find features like those on the 2013 Jeep Patriot Latitude, on which the Patriot Freedom is based -- features like a sunroof and all-season floor mats. However, there are a few differences, including the dark gray cloth interior, which comes with "silver accent stitching and a black fabric 'star' logo patch on the front seats".
With two- and four-wheel drive configurations, the 2013 Jeep Patriot Freedom Edition starts at $21,445, plus a $995 destination charge. It's currently available at Jeep dealers nationwide.
Source: The Car Connection
Kudos to Andrew and Thomas for getting us a 5-star review on DealerRater!
"Great experience buying a new car. Andrew Wilson and Thomas Mowell were great to work with and would definitely recommend them to friends and family."
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Monday, November 12, 2012
Our team is a perfect 10!
"I had a wonderful experience with the Miracle Chrysler dealership and the staff there they have wonderful employees there but my experience with salesman Keith Hert was the best car sales experience I have ever had"
Friday, November 9, 2012
Our speedy service process got us 5-star review!
"Made an appt for oil change and they were ready for me when I got there...only had to wait in lobby 35 minutes and then I was on my way."
Thursday, November 8, 2012
How to Make a Car for an Unsafe World
This is how you make a car for an unsafe world. Easy.
**Courtesy of Dodge official YouTube Channel
Great job to our service team for getting us another great review!
"Very nice and listened to all my concerns. they was willing to fix the vehicle and let me know what the cost would be. will recommend them to others."
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Chrysler's Automobility Program
Designed to help customers with permanent disabilities enter, exit and/or operate a new vehicle, Chrysler's Automobility Program can help you do the things you love to do in life.
This customer is happy to be part of the Miracle family!
"I will recommend this dealership and my wife and I will be part of that family for years to come. Thanks again to the Team at Miracle for being so awesome."
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Monday, November 5, 2012
This customer is now going to be a long time customer, thanks to our sales team!
" I will recommend this dealership and my wife and I will be part of that family for years to come. Thanks again to the Team at Miracle for being so awesome."
Friday, November 2, 2012
Chrysler Maintains the Momentum With A 10% Jump In October Sales!
The Chrysler, Dodge, Ram Truck and FIAT brands each posted year-over-year sales gains in October compared with the same month a year ago. The FIAT brand's 89 percent increase was the largest sales gain of any Chrysler Group brand for the month. October marked Chrysler Group's 31st-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains.
"In spite of Hurricane Sandy, Chrysler Group posted its best October sales since 2007 and we achieved our 31st-consecutive month of year-over-year sales growth," said Reid Bigland, President and CEO – Dodge Brand and Head of U.S. Sales. "Last month we also further demonstrated our disciplined approach to sales growth by posting a Q3 2012 operating profit of $706 million, an increase of 46 percent over Q3 2011."
A diverse set of Chrysler Group models set records last month. The Fiat 500, with its considerable 89 percent sales increase, set a sales record for the month of October. The Dodge Avenger mid-size sedan, the Jeep® Wrangler and Jeep Patriot sport-utility vehicles, and the Dodge Journey full-size crossover all set sales records for the month of October.
Chrysler Group's minivans each posted double-digit percentage sales increases in October. The Dodge Grand Caravan's 49 percent sales gain represented the largest percentage increase of any Dodge brand model while sales of the Chrysler Town & Country minivan were up 31 percent in October. The Ram 1500 pickup truck, Dodge Charger muscle car, and Chrysler 300 flagship sedan all had sizeable sales gains during the month.
Chrysler Group finished the month with an 83-days supply of inventory (404,122 units). U.S. industry sales figures for October are projected at an estimated 14.7 million units Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate (SAAR).
October 2012 U.S. Sales Highlights by Brand
Dodge Brand
Dodge brand sales were up 20 percent in October, the brand's best October in five years and its 17th-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains. Dodge brand sales of 40,611 units represented the largest sales volume of any Chrysler Group brand in October.
The Dodge Journey full-size crossover and the sporty Dodge Avenger mid-size sedan each set a sales record for the month of October. Journey sales were up 18 percent compared with the same month a year ago. October marked the seventh month this year in which the Journey has set a sales record, including an all-time sales record in August. Dodge Avenger sales increased 7 percent versus the same month last year. The Avenger has set a sales record in six months so far this year, including an all-time sales record in April.
The all-new Dodge Dart, with its 10 standard-equipment air bags and one of the auto industry's highest content-ratios of high-strength steel, earned two major safety accolades in October. The Dart was named a 2012 Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and grabbed the 5-star safety rating from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the regulatory agency's highest grade. Sales of the Dart were up 4 percent in October compared with the previous month of September as the state-of-the-art compact sedan continues to build sales momentum.
Sales of the Dodge Grand Caravan, the brand's volume leader for the month, were up a hefty 49 percent, the largest percentage sales gain of any Dodge brand model in October. It was the minivan's 10th-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains and its best October sales in five years.
Ram Truck Brand
Ram Truck brand sales were up 17 percent in October compared with the same month last year. The Ram pickup truck, Chrysler Group's volume leader, extended its streak of year-over-year sales gains to 30-consecutive months. Sales of the Ram pickup truck were up 20 percent in October compared with the same month a year ago. It was the pickup truck's best October sales performance in six years. The Heavy Duty Ram trucks led the way, up 26 percent, while sales of the Light Duty Ram trucks increased 17 percent.
The new 2013 Ram 1500 with best-in-class fuel economy began arriving in dealerships across the country in October. During TAWA's annual Texas Truck Rodeo in October, the Ram 1500 was named "Truck of Texas," the group's highest honor. The Ram 1500 also was named "Full-Size Pickup Truck of Texas" and was awarded "Luxury Pickup Truck of Texas" for the Laramie Longhorn model. Additionally, the Ram Truck brand was voted "Truck Line of Texas." Judging by the 50 TAWA members occurred over two days of uncompromising on- and off-road vehicle evaluation. Consideration is given to everything from interior and exterior styling and off-road capability to the entrant's overall utility, value and fuel efficiency.
The Ram Cargo Van posted a 145 percent sales increase in October compared with the same month a year ago.
Chrysler Brand
The Chrysler brand extended its streak of year-over-year sales gains to 16-consecutive months in October. Chrysler brand sales were up 5 percent, the brand's best October sales in five years. Both the Chrysler 300 flagship sedan and Chrysler Town & Country minivan had strong October sales. Sales of the Chrysler 300 were up 40 percent compared with the same month last year, the full-size sedan's 12th-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains. The Chrysler brand introduced the all-new Chrysler 300 Glacier Edition, featuring the market's most fuel efficient AWD system, along with unique leather seats integrated with ballistic fabric for all-weather capabilities. And the Chrysler 300C John Varvatos Luxury Edition sedan arrives in showrooms during this fourth quarter, complementing and improving the 300 with unique features from multi-award winning menswear designer John Varvatos.
Sales of the Town & Country minivan were up 31 percent in October compared with the same month a year ago.
Jeep® Brand
Two Jeep models had a record-setting month in October. Sales of the Jeep Wrangler were up 14 percent, a sales record for the month of October. The Jeep Patriot, the best-priced compact SUV in America, posted an 18 percent increase, also establishing a sales record for the month of October and the largest sales gain of any of the Jeep brand models.
For the third consecutive year, the Jeep Grand Cherokee – already the most awarded SUV ever – captured the "SUV of Texas" award at TAWA's Texas Truck Rodeo in October. Grand Cherokee sales were up 8 percent in October versus the same month last year. In addition, the Grand Cherokee was named "Full-Size SUV of Texas" and the ultra-premium Grand Cherokee Overland Summit retained its "Full-Size Luxury SUV of Texas" title. The rugged Wrangler was awarded "Mid-Size SUV of Texas" for the third year in a row.
For the third consecutive year, the Wrangler was recognized as the "Hottest 4x4 SUV" at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) trade show in October in Las Vegas
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Thursday, November 1, 2012
Ram Trucks | Heaven and Earth | Horizon
The distances aren't getting shorter, the trucks are going farther. With 160 more miles per tank, the new 2013 Ram 1500 can take you farther than any other truck on the market. Not only engineered to move you, the new 2013 Ram 1500 is engineered to move Heaven and Earth.
**Courtesy of Ram official YouTube channel
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