The Honda Civic celebrates its “Sweet 16” as Canada’s best-selling car! In 2013, it outsold its competitor by almost 10,000 cars – “a true testament to the durability, quality and reliability” of the favoured Honda Civic. The Honda Civic, in many ways is Canadian in its own right. Almost every Civic sold in Canada, is built here by Canadians, at the Alliston, ON manufacturing facility.
Some of the many improvements on the 2014 Civic include: better fuel efficiency, improved and added technology, improved driving capabilities and a restyled coupe exterior. At Image Honda, we have the enhanced 2014 Civics in stock with great lease & finance rates available. If you would like more information on the 2014 Civic, please click here to visit our website or contact us at 905-561-4100 to speak with a sales consultant and schedule your test drive.
If you haven’t heard the news already, allow us to share the excitement! Today, it was announced that the Chevrolet Corvette Stingray and Silverado were named 2014 North American Car and Truck of the Year! This win marks GM’s first double win in the same year. The last time the Silverado received this award was in 2007. The Corvette has not received this honour since 1998. These awards are voted on by 49 automotive journalists from Canada and the United States. The votes are based on factors such as; design, innovation, safety and value among other things.
Global Chevrolet senior vice president Alan Bately, when asked about the award, had the following to say, “Chevrolet is in the midst of the most aggressive product transformation in the brand’s more than 100-year history. The Corvette and Silverado truly embody the passion, commitment and focus that is driving us to deliver the most expressive designs, innovative technologies and engaging performance in every vehicle that wears the bowtie. It is a distinct honour for the entire Chevrolet team to have both the Corvette ad Silverado recognized with the prestigious North American Car and Truck of the Year Awards.”
Please take a look at our blogs for more information on the award winning 2014 Silverado and 2014 Corvette Stingray. If you would like to speak to one of our reputable sales people or take a test drive in one of our award winning vehicles, please visit http://www.queenstonchev.com
It’s a new year and a new start. You’ve probably already made your own New Year’s resolutions, but what about when it comes to your car? This year, let’s resolve to take better care of our vehicle and be a more conscientious car owner.
I resolve to use rubber mats seasonally to protect my car
Rubber floor mats protect your interior from dirt, water, mud, and more. At Queenston Chevrolet Buick GMC and Image Honda, we sell mats that are custom fit to your vehicle. These floor mats not only provide you with the satisfaction of having OEM quality protection, but you won’t have to worry about them slipping underneath your pedals, which can be a serious safety risk.
I resolve to invest in seasonal tires
Sliding, slipping, zero traction….the list goes on. Winter tires are critical, especially with our Ontario winters. Not only are they a good investment that give you added safety and peace of mind, but they save you wear and tear on your all-season tires. Swapping them out twice a year gives you added life on your wheels!
I resolve to schedule regular maintenance appointments
Our certified technicians at Image Honda and Queenston Chevrolet Buick GMC are trained to know your vehicle inside and out and are able to spot things that you might otherwise have missed. Bringing your car in at least twice a year for regular checkups and preventative maintenance may cost you in the short term, but will save you in repair costs and increase your resale value.
I resolve to check for fluid leaks at least once a month.
This is always a good idea and one of the easiest things to check for. We recommend taking a pizza box and placing it under your car for the night – in the morning, bring the box into the dealership and show us your art work. We will be able to tell what is leaking based on the colour and where it dripped on the box.
I resolve to be a more fuel efficient driver
This year, don’t use the old excuse that your vehicle isn’t fuel efficient! True, it may not be the best on gas, but there are always ways to improve your fuel efficiency. Watching your speed, maintaining your vehicle, carpooling with people co-workers are all easy ways to save on fuel costs.
I resolve to kick my idling habit
There really is no reason to leave your car idling – it is bad for the environment, increases your gas consumption and will cost you extra money each year.
I resolve to wash and keep my car clean.
I make this resolution almost every time I clean out my car. Not only will cleaning your car make it look better, but it will extend the life of your car, protect the paint and increase its resale value.
I resolve to be a more patient driver,
Most importantly, don’t rush! Leave plenty of time if you need to be somewhere at a specific time. If you are running late, evaluate the circumstance – will you really be that late if you don’t make the green light?
I resolve to learn new driving skills
No one is a perfect driver and there are certainly driving skills we can all work on. Perhaps, you want to learn how to back into a spot or even parallel park. Whatever it is, work on it – you’ll be glad you did.
I resolve to check my tire pressure and tread regularly
There is nothing worse than getting to your car in the morning when you are late for work, only to find your windshield frozen over. Often times, people will run their blades over the frozen windshield in order to clear it. This severely reduces the life span of your wiper blades. Wiper blades frequently get neglected on most cars and yet, they are constantly used and exposed to harsh conditions. We recommend that you change your blades at least once a year, preferably every 6 months.
If your wipers are rattling, streaking or simply not cleaning your window, it is time to replace them. This also goes for wipers that are cracked, torn, nicked or damaged. Winter especially can have an effect on your blades with cold/freezing temperatures, causing them to crack and split. If you are unsure whether or not it is time for a change, perform a simple check with your washer fluid.
Changing your wiper blade yourself, believe it or not, is one of the easiest maintenance jobs that can be performed on your vehicle. I discovered this myself last week when I realized it was time for new blades, and had our friendly service advisors show me how.
Please watch our quick “How To” video on changing your wiper blades – you’ll be happy you did!
If you are in need of new wiper blades, please call our service centres and we will be happy to assist you! www.queenstonchev.com
We all know this has been a big year for Chevrolet and their entire full-sized truck line. With the reengineering of the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500, we saw a lot of big changes and truly got a sense of what Chevy meant when they said “finding new roads”. Well, on November 20th at 12:30pm ET at the Los Angeles Auto Show, Chevrolet will be revealing the final piece to Chevrolet’s pick-up truck portfolio with the reveal of the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado.
Re-defining what a midsize pick-up is, the new Colorado has been designed to be the “most capable, most versatile and technologically advanced midsize truck in the market”
We are inviting you to join us on our AutoHwy Facebook page on November 20th at 12:30pm for the LIVE reveal in Los Angeles!
As always, we encourage you to contact us if you are interested in any of the vehicles in our award winning line-up by visiting us at Queenston on the Mountain or Queenston on Centennial. For the latest and up to date information make sure to follow us at Hamilton Auto Blog.
Halloween is an exciting time for kids of all ages, but the rules of the road can be easily forgotten! We want to take this time to remind everyone to be extra alert while driving on the road and keep in mind that the most active times for trick-or-treaters are between 6pm – 9pm. Here are a few friendly road safety tips to keep in mind.
Stay below the speed limit in subdivisions and leave extra time while traveling to your desired destination.
Remember using your cellphone without a hands-free device is not only unsafe and distracting – it’s illegal.
Pay close attention when pulling in and out of driveways to ensure all the ghosts and ghouls are well out of the way.
Yield for pedestrians, they may cross the street anywhere and this can be unpredictable.
Use your mirrors, turning signals and hazard lights – communicate with the other drivers on the road by using eye contact.
We at Image Honda, Queenston on Centennial and Queenston on the Mountain would like to wish everyone a safe Halloween full of tricks and treats!
If you have never experienced a drive-in movie, then some may say you haven’t truly captured the movie experience.I remember the first time I attended the Starlite drive-in here in Hamilton.I must have been about 5 or 6 when my father took my brother and me.I can still remember the excitement and the mystery of it all.We packed our cooler, brought some blankets in case it got cool and got ready for the show to begin.Not only was I being allowed to stay up late because we had to wait until it got dark, I got to see two movies instead of one. At least, I tried to see two movies, but my young eyes wouldn’t stay open for the second film.The part that I love most about the drive-in and still love today is that I feel as if I am experiencing a little piece of history.They still play the old preview commercials and the concession building looks to be straight out of the 1950’s.It is one of the few instances where your parents can say to you, “This is what I did as a kid”, and you know that you are experiencing the exact same thing, exactly how it was back then.
That is why Honda Motor Co. began a campaign called “Project Drive-In” to raise money for Drive-in theatres around the United States.Most drive-in theatres across the U.S. and in Canada will be forced to close down due to the end of 35mm film distribution.The end of 35mm film as we know it is forcing drive-in theatres to make the switch to digital, which will cost roughly $75,000 U.S. per screen.
“It’s not often that a company gets the opportunity to help preserve an American pastime.It has been an honor and a privilege to bring national and local attention to the fate of drive-ins and to meet the passionate owners of these small businesses, said Alicia Jones, manager of Honda & Acura social marketing at American Honda Motor Co., Inc.“We hope that the #SaveTheDriveIn movement continues in the effort to help keep more drive-ins open for the next generation.”
There will be a total of 9 winning theatres across the U.S. who will receive a new projector.People were encouraged to visit www.projectdrivein.com to vote for their local drive-in.Click here to watch Honda’s video on the movement.
We want to know what you think – let us know what your local drive-in means to you by visiting our AutoHwy Facebook page.
Last Thursday, husband and wife team Garry Sowerby and Lisa Calvi embarked on a challenge some might call crazy. Over the course of 10 days, they will venture on a cross Canada Journey from Vancouver to Halifax on the Trans-Canada Highway in an attempt to set the record for lowest fuel consumption. “We want to set a record that will be difficult for someone else to beat within the same parameters”, said Lisa Calvi.
Sp why did this couple choose to drive the all-new 2014 Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel? The answer is simple! It is better than any non-hybrid passenger car in Canada, so what better car to help them break the record. The Cruze diesel offers a segment leading 151 horsepower and 264 lb.-ft torque. Additionally, it comes with a sex speed automatic transmission, four-wheel antilock disc brakes, 3.20 final drive ratio, 140-amp alternator, 800 cold-cranking amps battery 17 inch alloy wheels, ultra-low-rolling resistance all-season tires, Chevrolet MyLink infotainment system and more. the starting price of the Cruze Diesel is only $24,945. Even with the $1550 destination charge, the Cruze Diesel is a better value than the comparable Volkswagen Jetta TDI automatic.
This current record for lowest fuel consumption was set last year by Volkswagen and Shell with a consumption of 5.59L/100km when they used a 2012 VW Passat with a gasoline engine. this year, with the Cruze Diesel, Garry and Lisa are hoping to have a highway fuel consumption rating somewhere in the four-point something litre per 100km range.
In order to achieve this, the adventurous couple will face a few challenges along the way such; maintaining the speed limits, finding the shortest route possible and having very little time for food, stops and accomodations.
If you would like to follow their journey, visit their blog at driving.ca or keep reading Hamilton Auto Blog for the latest up to date information on all things Chevrolet. If you are interested in purchasing the Cruze Diesel or any other vehicles in our award winning line-up please visit us at http://www.queenstonchev.com.
As a proud sponsor, Queenston Chevrolet is excited to announce that the U16 Team Ontario is the National Flag Football Champions! Players from Hamilton and surrounding areas including; Ancaster, Stoney Creek, Grimsby and Burlington helped to win the National title in Regina, Saskatchewan. This is the first time that Team Ontario has won on a national level.
Team Ontario also received the Most Sportsmanlike Team Award. This was another first; being the first time a championship team has received the sportsman award. With this exciting win behind them, the U16 Team Ontario is preparing to represent Canada in international competition in the United States.
On behalf of everyone at Queenston Chevrolet, we would like to congratulate the boys on their win and wish them the best of luck at their international competition in the states.
When you hear Pierce County, Nebraska, there probably isn’t much that comes to mind. However, within this small community there is an old, independent Chevrolet Dealer with a “time capsule” of sorts hidden within its brick walls. For over 50 years, Lambrecht Chevrolet Co. served the community of Pierce as the trusted Chevy dealer. When owners Ray and Mildred Lambrecht closed their doors in 1996, they left behind not only decades of memories, but many decade’s worth of classic, untouched, untitled, never before driven Chevrolets. In fact, there are over 50 cars and trucks with less than 4 miles on them – some with the plastic covering and window stickers intact. Then add another 500 or so less valuable trade in vehicles to that collection sitting in a nearby field and you have one extraordinarily rare assembly of classic automobiles ranging from the 1930`s to 1980`s.
Among the most valued vehicles are a 1964 Chevrolet Impala, 1978 Chevrolet Corvette, multiple Chevelles and Corvairs and a 1958 Cameo pick up with less than 4 miles on it. Have you ever owned a new 1958 vehicle? What an incredible story – and it could be you! The Lambrecht family has made the decision to sell off their classic Chevrolet collection with VanDerBeek Auctions on September 28 and 29th, 2013.
If you would like a full inventory list of these cars and trucks, click here.
