If you’re looking for dependability, General Motors vehicles should be at the top of your list. For the first time, all GM brands ranked in the top 10 in the J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study. This year, in an unprecedented placement, Buick ranked second with Chevrolet and GMC in a tie at tenth. Based on past studies, this is the highest ranking ever for the Chevrolet brand. This year, they led the Midsize Car segment with the Malibu while the Chevrolet Camaro ranked first in the Midsize Sporty Car segment for the third year in a row.
“GM’s customer-driven approach to quality and dependability is breaking through…Dependability is a top purchase consideration and key to customer loyalty. These awards reflect our commitment to providing customers with the best overall experience in the industry,” said Grace Lieblein Vice President of Global Quality.
The award highlights are as follows:
Chevrolet
Malibu – Segment Award, Midsize Car
Camaro – Segment Award, Midsize Sporty Car
Silverado HD – Segment Award, Large Heavy Duty Pickup
Tahoe – Ranks Second, Large SUV
Suburban – Ranks Third, Large SUV
Silverado LD – Ranks Second, Large Light Duty Pickup
Buick
LaCrosse – Segment Award, Large Car
Enclave – Ranks Second, Midsize SUV
GMC
Sierra LD – Segment Award, Large Light Duty Pickup
Yukon – Segment Award, Large SUV
Terrain – Segment Award, Compact SUV
Sierra HD – Ranks Second, Large Heavy Duty Pickup
At Queenston, we are proud of our award winning models and are excited to show them off. Stop by one of our two locations Queenston on Centennial or Queenston on the Mountain and take your test drive today!
Credit: GM Canada
Credit: J.D. Power 2015 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS)
Its official, the 2014 Chevrolet Cruze Diesel has been named “Top Diesel Car of the Year”, as well as “Diesel Manufacturer of the Year” by Diesel Driver Magazine. Voted on by the readers of Diesel Driver, 59.3% of the 11,030 votes cast were for the Cruze, beating out competing models that included: Audi, Jeep, Mercedes-Benz, Volkswagen, BMW and Porsche.This isn’t the first award for the Chevrolet Cruze Diesel – earlier this year they were recognized by Wards Auto as having one of the 10 Best Engines.
The all-new Chevrolet Cruze is a 2.0L clean-turbo-diesel-powered model, and has a fuel consumption rating of 4.2L/100km highway. This new diesel achieves a better fuel consumption rating than any non-hybrid or gasoline passenger car in North America.
While there is much excitement still surrounding the 2014 model, Chevrolet just revealed the 2015 Cruze Diesel at the New York International Auto Show. Making revisions to the exterior styling, as well as enhancements to the interior convenience of the vehicle, Chevrolet has made available a diesel powertrain that still maintains its class-leading fuel economy.
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
Exciting news! General Motors has won 8 best vehicle awards in the J.D. Power Initial Quality Survey, with all GM brands ranking above the industry average this year! Topping the chart at number 2 is GMC, followed by Chevrolet, who jumped 10 spots from last year to land at number 5. Cadillac tied for 13th and Buick came in at 15. What is even more exciting is that GMC and Chevrolet are the only two non-luxury brands to make the top 5. David Sargent, vice president of the global automotive practice at J.D. Power and author of the study said, “GM has the best quality of any corporation in the study, the first time it’s been on top.” To us the dealer, this is solid confirmation, based on the opinions of General Motors customers, that we are producing the highest quality vehicles out there!
This annual survey, now in its 27th year, closely measures the number of problems on 2013 vehicles reported after 90 days from purchase and ran from February to May of this year. This survey had many updates, including more consumer feedback with particular focus to newer technologies such as: lane departure warning, navigation and voice activated systems.
As Chevrolet, Buick and GMC continue to improve the quality of their 2014 models, competitors such as Ford continue to experience a slump as they struggle with the quality of their technologies. This year, they fell to 27 in the survey from the 5th spot last year.
These are exciting times for General Motors and Queenston Chevrolet Buick GMC. We are proud of our product and thrilled about all the advancements in our award winning line-up. If you are interested in any of our vehicles or have any questions, please visit us at http://www.queenstonchev.com.
If you love pick-up trucks like us, then you are as excited as we are about the newly redesigned 2014 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra. In fact, General Motors is so proud of these outstanding trucks, they have put together the event of the year – The Silverado Sierra Tour!
The Silverado Sierra Tour gives you the unique opportunity to drive these two trucks on a closed course test drive with driving event modules, so you can put the all-new 2014 Silverado and Sierra to the test! Each session runs for a duration of 1.5 hours and is completely free to you. You will also be provided with a thank you gift and have the opportunity to win some fabulous prizes.
Each person interested in participating, must register the event separately. It also requires that you be 21 years of age and possess a full valid driver’s license to participate.
As can be expected, this consumer opportunity is extremely limited and will run on a first come, first serve basis.
The event began on June 5th and will continue to run across the country until August 28th! The schedule dates are as follows:
With such limited spots, make sure you register for the Silverado Sierra Tour today! (Click here to register)
If you have any questions, please visit www.queenstonchev.com or follow us at Hamilton Auto Blog for updates.
If you would like to see all that the 2014 Chevrolet Impala has to offer, visit http://www.queenstonchev.com today and schedule your test drive! For the lastest updates and information on our dealership, please check back with Hamilton Auto Blog.
