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.
Have you every worried about a loved one who is making a long trip or driving in poor weather conditions? Maybe you have a new driver in the family and want to ensure their safety. Now you can have peace of mind with OnStar Family Link. This service is an opt-in extension to your monthly OnStar subscription and is made available to you for a nominal fee. With no limit to the number of vehicles you can add, you will always be able to track your vehicle on the road without bothering the driver.
Upon sign up, you will be given direct access to the location of your vehicle by viewing a map, as well as the ability to schedule email or text message notifications with Family Link’s unique “Vehicle Location Alert”. You can even personalize the system by setting the day, time and frequency of your alerts.
This year in the United States, OnStar was awarded a 2013 Silver Edison Award for the Family Link service. Jon Lauckner, GM’s chief technology officer and vice-president of Global Research & Development was quoted as saying “These awards reaffirm our ability to lead in the transformation of the automotive industry with a commitment to innovation that benefits our customers around the globe”.
If you are interested in subscribing to this feature, please sign up at www.onstar.com/familylink and make sure to visit our award winning vehicles equipped with OnStar at www.queenstonchev.com
By: Amy Cochren
GM Canada
Canadianautodealer.ca
The wait will soon be over – the new 2014 Chevrolet Cruze 2.0TD (Diesel) is said to be in Canadian Dealerships by as early as this summer. This new Cruze has an estimated range of 700 highway miles on one tank of diesel fuel, which is roughly equivalent to 10 hours of highway driving.
With a starting price of $26,495 including freight, this new Cruze has a better value ($510 lower) than its competitor – the comparably equipped 2013 Volkswagen Jetta TDI automatic.
Offered in one trim level, the Cruze 2TD offers some excellent standard features.
Interior product highlights include:
Heated leather seats with 6 way power driver seat
Leather wrapped steering wheel
Cruise control
USB port & Bluetooth for phone
Remote start, MyLink & rear view camera
Exterior product highlights include:
Unique 17-inch alloy wheels
Standard rear spoiler
Diesel badging
Mechanical Product highlights include:
2.0L Turbo Diesel – engine built in Europe
148 hp and 25lb-ft. torque
Z-link rear suspension from the RS
4-wheel disc brakes
DEF system
Surpassing its competitors, the Cruze Diesel has an estimated 148 horsepower and can go 0-60mph in 8.6 seconds, which is better than the Volkswagen TDI automatic. Powered by the cleanest diesel passenger engine GM has ever produced, this car generates 90 percent less Nitrogen Oxide and particulate emissions then past generations.
For more news and updates on the Cruze 2TD and other General Motors vehicles, please visit Hamilton Auto Blog and queenstonchev.com
By: Amy Cochren
Credit: Chevrolet Canada, GM Canada
Queenston Chevrolet Buick GMC will be holding our “Drive for a Cause” event on May 10th and 11th, 2013 at our Queenston on the Mountain dealership. This event will provide individuals the opportunity to support a great cause and test drive one of our exciting 2013 and 2014 Chevrolet, Buick or GMC vehicles. These vehicles include: the re-designed Chevrolet Impala, Chevrolet Malibu, Buick Enclave and GMC Acadia, as well as, the new Chevrolet Trax and Buick Encore.
For each test drive taken during the two day event, Queenston Chevrolet Buick GMC will donate $25 to The Arthritis Society on behalf of that individual. The dealership’s goal for this event is to donate $4,500.
Here are some facts regarding Arthritis in Canada:
4.6 Million Canadians Have Arthritis
· 4.6 million, or one in six, Canadians aged 15 years and older report having arthritis. By 2031, approximately seven million Canadians (one in five) are expected to have arthritis.
· Arthritis can strike anyone at any time, regardless of age, physical condition or ethnic background.
· Two-thirds of those affected with arthritis are women.
· Among all causes of disability in Canada, arthritis ranks first among women and second among men.
For more facts and figures click here or visit The Arthritis Society at http://www.arthritis.ca
The event runs Friday, May 10th from 9am-8pm and Saturday May 11th from 9am-5pm. For more information, please contact Queenston on the Mountain: 2260 Rymal Road East, Hamilton, ON 905-528-7001 or visit us at www.queenstonchev.com
On Sunday June 9th, 2013 Queenston Chevrolet Buick GMC and Image Honda will be participating in the annual Walk to Fight Arthritis at the Royal Botanical Gardens. If you are interested in participating in the walk or making a donation please visit our team pages and register.
For Queenston Chevrolet, click here
For Image Honda, click here
By: Amy Cochren
This week, the production of the tenth generation Chevrolet Impala began. The 2014 Impala rolled off the assembly line at Ontario’s very own Oshawa Assembly plant.
“The all-new Impala demonstrates the new direction of Chevrolet,” said Kevin Williams, president and managing director of GM Canada. “Our employees in Oshawa have executed a flawless plan in bringing this iconic nameplate to life. The newly-redesigned Impala will exceed customers’ expectations because of the hard work and dedication of our employees at Oshawa Assembly.”
Some of the new features available in the new Impala include Adaptive Cruise Control, crash avoidance technologies like Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Side Blind Zone Alert.
Technologically advanced – the new Impala will include the latest MyLink in-vehicle entertainment system which features a customizable color display screen and a natural voice recognition system (a first for Chevrolet).
The engine choices available will be a 3.6L V-6, a new 2.5L four-cylinder and a 2.4L four-cylinder with fuel-saving eAssist technology.
The 2014 Impala will start at $28,445 – only $145 more than the 2013 Impala.
The 2014 Chevrolet Impala is on its’ way and should be making an appearance in our showroom very soon. Visit us at www.hamiltonautoblog.com or www.queenstonchev.com for further updates.
By Nerissa Mohamed
Credit: GM Canada
The North American market will soon be met with a 2.0L turbo-diesel version of the top selling Chevrolet Cruze. The Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel boasts the cleanest diesel passenger car engine General Motors has ever produced. It is also the first clean diesel car ever produced by a North American manufacturer. The Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel will be priced considerably lower than its biggest competitor, the Volkswagen Jetta TDI Diesel.
Clean diesels generate about 90 percent less Nitrogen Oxide and particulate emissions compared to the earlier diesels. Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel emissions are below Environment Canada Emissions Standards.
The Cruze’s new 2.0L turbo-diesel engine produced a leading estimated 148 horsepower and estimated 258lb-ft torque with 0-60 performance of 8.6 seconds, beating out the VW Jetta TDI automatic.
“Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel fills an important role in Chevrolet’s diverse four-cylinder lineup, and is primed to win over diesel devotees and compact car buyers with its performance, torque and fuel economy,” said Chris Perry, Chevrolet’s VP of marketing. “We leveraged engineering expertise from around the globe to develop a world-class, low-emissions engine to give U.S. and Canadian customers a car that’s both fun to drive and practical at the pump.”
The Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel comes with a six 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.
When the 2014 Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel hits the showroom floor, we’ll be the first to let you know!
Visit us at www.queenstonchev.com or www.hamiltonautoblog.com for up to date news and information on upcoming vehicles.
By Nerissa Mohamed
Source: GM Canada
Each of us has been affected by cancer in some way and we know how difficult it can be, which is why our community is fortunate to have Wellwood. Wellwood is a non-profit organization that provides information, supportive care programs and support to people who have cancer, their families, caregivers and healthcare providers.
Living with serious illness in the family is one of the hardest things a person can go through, particularly when it affects children. This is especially true when the person who is sick is a sibling or parent.
Kids in the Kitchen, is a fantastic and worthwhile Children’s program at Wellwood made available to children living with serious illness in the family. Since the program began last fall, Queenston Chevrolet Buick GMC and Image Honda have been providing supervised transportation of children to and from the program to ease the burden on parents and caregivers.
This program in collaboration with Boys and Girls Clubs of Hamilton runs in 6 week durations for children ages 9-12, Wednesday evenings from 6-8pm. During this time, children participate in nutritious meal preparation while being helped with homework on a personalized level in a safe environment with others in the same situation.
For information, or to register a child, please call 905-667-8870
By: Amy Cochren
Credit: Wellwood
Sunroof! Leather! Heated seats! Black on black! Luxury you can afford!.Reduced…. be the first to own this vehicle for under 33,000.00!!!! This is a real beauty! ! Huge savings! This is a previously executive driven vehicle. This 2012 Regal offers a fuel efficient yet powerful engine. On the inside, you’ll enjoy the many luxurious features that include leather interior, heated seating, a sunroof, and more! Along with the great features, the cabin is upscale with attractive design. Named 2012 Highest Satisfaction Popular Brand by AutoPacific and an IIHS Top Safety Pick 2012! Come over to Queenston on the Mountain for a test drive today!
Proudly serving these communities, Hamilton, Niagara, Burlington, Oakville, Binbrook, Dunnville, Milton, Brantford, Ancaster, Waterdown, Flamborough, Cambridge, Dundas, Stoney Creek, Glanford, Smithville, Grimsby, Caledonia, Winona, Cayuga, Chatham, St. Catherines, Welland, Haldimand, Hagersville, Mississauga, Brampton, Toronto, Kitchener, Waterloo, Etobicoke, Guelph and more!
When the 2014 Corvette Stingray was unveiled earlier this year at the Detroit Auto show, we were all left wondering – What about the convertible Stingray? When will it make its’ debut?
Our minds were put to rest today as the 2014 Corvette Stingray Convertible was unveiled at the Geneva Auto Show.
The convertible Corvette Stingray comes with almost everything you would find on the coupe version. The only notable changes are limited to accommodating the folding fabric top and repositioned seatbelts. Unlike other convertibles, the top can be dropped at speeds of up to 50km/hour. The key fob can also be used to raise or lower the top remotely.
“The convertible has been a part of the heart and soul of Corvette since the very beginning in 1953,” said Ed Welburn, General Motors Vice President of global design. “With the all-new Corvette Stingray, we designed and developed the coupe and convertible simultaneously. As a result, the Corvette Stingray offers an open-top driving experience with no compromise in performance, technology or design.”
If the Stingray Corvette wasn’t enough already, the convertible takes it another step higher. We can’t wait to see it out on the open road.
Source: GM
This year’s Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto brought with it huge crowds, gorgeous vehicles and exciting exhibits from the manufacturers. Here at AutoHwy, we aren’t afraid to admit that this year brought some thrilling models.
Among some of this year’s most exciting were the concept vehicles. Stealing everyone’s attention was the Honda Urban Small SUV concept. Striking in its appearance, it glistened under the lights on display and stopped everyone in its tracks. This “concept” is soon to become a reality since it is set to be released in the United States later next year.
Another popular favourite was the Chevrolet concept cars – Tru 140 S and Code 130R . At their exhibit, Chevrolet actually engaged visitors by creating a voting booth of sorts, allowing individuals to vote on which concept car they would like to see become a reality!
Perhaps one of the most exciting models at the show was the Canadian debut of the 2014 Chevrolet Stingray Corvette. This 450 horsepower vehicle can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/hr in less than 4 seconds! Now for the good and the bad…it can be yours for approximately $115,000.
If you didn’t have an opportunity to make it to the show this year, feel free to browse our Facebook album and see what General Motors and Honda had to offer!
If you are interested in purchasing a vehicle in one of our award winning line-ups, please visit us today at www.imagehonda.com or www.queenstonchev.com
By: Amy Cochren
