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Distracted Driving: How you can prevent it!

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We all know that distracted driving is dangerous, but are we aware how dangerous it truly is?  Ontarians have now had a couple years to get used to the “new” law, banning hand held devices while driving, yet we continually see people texting, using their mp3 players, GPS units and the like.  The law, which was put in place on October 26, 2009, makes it illegal for drivers to talk, dial, email or text using hand held devices.  Additionally, it prohibits drivers from viewing display screens that are not related to operation of the vehicle.

Do you know your crash odds?
People texting while driving are 23 times more likely.
People talking on a cell while driving are 4 to 5 times more likely.
People who read while driving are 3 times more likely.
Individuals applying makeup while operating a vehicle are 3 times more likely.
Individuals reaching for a moving object while driving makes you 9 times more likely.
Dialing on a mobile device makes you 3 times more likely.

What is alarming given these statistics is how many people don’t take this offence seriously.  According to a study completed at the University of Utah, distraction caused by cell phones or mobile devices delay someone’s reaction time the same as an individual driving with a blood alcohol level of 0.08.  Furthermore, driver distraction is a factor in about 4 million motor vehicle accidents in North America each year.

In recent years we have seen a great improvement with in vehicle technology. Most new vehicles are now equipped with devices such as; Bluetooth, OnStar and HondaLink.  These are all programs that can help drivers embrace the new distracted driving laws. There are also new smartphone applications that have been made available to drivers.  One such app is called “Text Ya Later,” (Android only) which allows you to create a message letting others know that you are driving and will text them later.  This message can be set so that it is automatically delivered when activated.  Another application, more suited to parents, is “Mobile Tattletale”. (For a list of supported devices, click here)  When installed on a mobile device and the driver is moving, Tattletale will generate a warning message to the parent’s phone, giving them the ability to temporarily disable their child’s mobile device until the vehicle has come to a stop.  Keep in mind that while these new technologies are helpful, for your safety and those around you, it is best to keep your eyes on the road and save the distractions for later.

If you are interested in purchasing a new vehicle or would like more information on OnStar or HondaLink, please visit us at www.imagehonda.com and www.queenstonchev.com

By: Amy Cochren

Credit:

CAA http://distracteddriving.caa.ca/education/index.php
MTO http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/safety/distracted-driving/index
Ontario Provincial Police http://www.opp.ca/ecms/index.php?id=545
go.drive www.godrivemag.com
http://mobiletattletale.com/supported-devices

Isaac Mizrahi’s “Malibu Collection”

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When you hear fashion design and cars, what is the first thing that comes to mind? Most of us might have trouble drawing a connection between the two, but for designer Isaac Mizrahi it was “Inspiration”!  Moved by the all-new 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, Mizrahi has created a limited edition clothing and accessory line aptly named “The Malibu Collection”. 

Appealing to the modern day woman, Mizrahi and Chevrolet feel that the 2013 Malibu is the perfect fit for “smart, fabulous women”, and that it gives a “new approach to everyday style!”  Mizrahi describes the Malibu as a vehicle with a “soft touch, chic and elegant streamlines, similar to those in fashion.”  He was also quoted saying “one of the things I was inspired by was a blue light that emanates from the dashboard, it’s just sexy” and that the Camaro inspired “tail lights look like little jewels.”

To promote this unique and advantageous relationship, Chevrolet has created an interactive Facebook page.  One of the more interesting features of this page is the Polyvor mini editor styling tool.  It allows you, the consumer, to create your own Malibu inspired mood board, which can be shared with your friends.  Chevrolet has also created a series containing 50 videos, featuring Mizrahi and his muses, as he ventures across the United States in his new Malibu.  Along the way he stops in 4 major cities: New York, Chicago, Miami and Los Angeles.  Below are two of the videos that have been released thus far.

Many of you may be asking, where are we able to purchase the “Malibu Collection?”  Keeping with the social online approach of this campaign, “The Malibu Collection” will be exclusively sold on the Living Social website.

As women, we know that it is often difficult to juggle the action packed lives we lead, so why not do it in style!  Visit us at Queenston on Centennial or Queenston on the Mountain and see what the new redesigned 2013 Chevrolet Malibu has to offer you!

By: Amy Cochren

Credit: www.chevymalibustyle.com
            www.extratv.com/person/issac-mizrahi/

2011 Cadillac CTS at Queenston on the Mountain

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The all-new 2013 Chevrolet Malibu has arrived!

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The Chevrolet FREE Hockey Helmet Program is Back!

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The Chevrolet Hockey Helmet Program is back in conjunction with Chevrolet’s Safe & Fun Hockey.  This program was created in 1999, for today’s youth to adopt proactive attitudes toward safety as well as foster a healthy and positive attitude toward “competition, team work, fair game and grace under pressure” in hockey.

            Through an ongoing partnership with Hockey Canada, Chevrolet will give away 1 FREE Bauer youth hockey helmet to children who were born in 2007 and who are registered in a Canadian Minor League Hockey Association.  It is important to note, that parents must register their child to receive this offer.  Coaches, managers or other team officials may not do so.
What is required?

  • A printout of the registration form; click here to register!
  • Your child’s birth certificate/passport or other provincial/federal documentation that states his/her age;
  • Proof of registration with a Canadian Minor Hockey Association in this current hockey season.

If you meet the above requirements, all you have to do is drop by one of our two dealerships; Queenston on the Mountain or Queenston on Centennial.  Present us with the appropriate documents for verification purposes, and we will present you with a voucher to redeem your child’s helmet at your local Forzani store (Sport Chek, Sport Mart, Hockey Experts, Intersport or Sports Experts).  In your package, you will also receive information and hockey-related items from Chevrolet Safe and Fun Hockey, Hockey Canada, Forzani and Bauer.

If you have any further questions or concerns regarding this outstanding program from Chevrolet, please contact us by visiting our webpage at www.queenstonchev.com

By: Amy Cochren

Credit:
Chevrolet Safe & Fun Hockey  https://www.facebook.com/#!/ChevroletSafeandFunHockey

Chevrolet FC – Connecting The Globe Through Sport

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From Shanghai to Manchester – Chevrolet is making its mark in a new and relatively unfamiliar territory – Football (or Soccer). No matter what you call it, the sport is a powerful and unifying force. As a brand, “Chevrolet FC” (which stands for Chevrolet Football Club) not only  means sponsoring the legendary English football team Manchester United, they have also ventured into creating a better world through sport in their partnership with the One World Futbol Project.

The One World Futbol Project works to bring positive change to the world through the power of sport. They work to donate indestructible footballs to war torn parts of the world, refugee camps, disaster areas and other disadvantaged areas. The balls are designed to withstand the rough environmental conditions in which these children live and play. They can’t be pierced and there is no stitching so the balls cannot fall apart, which standard footballs would tend to do. This is an amazing cause that is working to bring joy to the lives of children through something very simple – sport. Chevrolet is the founding sponsor of the organization and their sponsorship will result in 1.5 million footballs being donated to youth around the world.

The companywide global football initiative being undertaken by Chevrolet also includes sponsorship of the most valuable sports franchise in the world – Manchester United. Manchester United’s Chief Executive and Chairman of the Manchester United Foundation David Gill said, “In Chevrolet we have a partner that has shown a passion and true appreciation of football’s power to effect positive change.”  Beginning in the 2014/2015 season, Chevrolet will be the shirt sponsor for United. The global reach of Manchester United as a sports franchise virtually has no bounds. With United’s massive fan base in just about every country in the world, matched with Chevrolet’s involvement in the One World Futbol Project – there’s no telling how much more powerful Chevrolet’s impact will become as a global brand.

By Nerissa Mohamed

Sources:

www.oneworldfutbol.com

www.chevroletfc.com

Congratulations to the Canadian Olympic team!

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As the 2012 London Olympics wind down this weekend, we look back on an Olympics filled with success, defeat, tears and joy. For Canada, this has been an Olympics marked by many great achievements. The Canadian women’s soccer team defeated France 1-0 in the bronze medal match this week – making it Canada’s first Olympic summer team sport medal since 1936. “This was our goal at the start of this”, said team Captain Christine Sinclair. “We all had the childhood dream of being Olympic medalists.” And they achieved it. Although many would argue that the women’s soccer team were cheated out of their rightful place in the gold medal game, which they lost to team USA, they still managed to find themselves on the podium.

Chevrolet has been a long-time supporter of the Canadian Olympic team.  As a national partner they have worked to fuel the Canadian Olympic passion and help the team excel. Chevrolet Canada put together a series of videos that asks the Canadian Olympic athletes the question, “What Drives You?”

Chevy Canada asks Christine Sinclair (Captain of the Canadian National Soccer team BRONZE MEDALISTS AT THE 2012 LONDON OLYMPICS) What drives you?

2008 Buick Enclave Walk Around

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This is one vehicle you don’t want to miss out on!  Call Queenston on the Mountain at 905-528-7001 or visit us at www.queenstonchev.com to book your test drive today!

ACCIDENT FREE! THIS IS A RARE FIND! ONE OF THE BEST ON THE LOT! This accident free 2008 Enclave seats up to 8 passengers comfortably, making it a quality vehicle for anyone with a big family or anyone who’s looking to carpool.The deep and spacious storage compartments allow lots of room for all your odds and ends. Some of the fine features include cd player, cruise control, dual climate control, power liftgate, steering wheel audio controls and more! We welcome you to come on in to Queenston on the Mountain and have a closer look at this vehicle. It could be yours as soon as tomorrow! Come up to Queenston on the Mountain to view this amazing vehicle! Queenston on the Mountain Certified Select Vehicles get Quakerstate 10 year/400,000km engine warranty! 150 point Technician GM Inspection on every used vehicle! Exchange Policy, Carproof reports included, 24 hour Roadside Assistance, and ask about our grad program!

HAMILTON TRANSPORTATION AND HEALTHY LIVING FAIR 2012

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The Transportation and Healthy Living Fair held at Gore Park on June 21, 2012 attracted hundreds of environmentally conscious commuters looking for ways to travel in a more “green” and environmentally friendly way. Located in the heart of downtown Hamilton, the fair was perfectly situated with many people enjoying the summer sun and those enjoying their lunch breaks.

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Despite the sweltering heat and humidity, crowds gathered around in awe to admire the sleek design of the 2012 Chevrolet Volt – an extended range electric vehicle.  Betty Greiser, sales and leasing consultant at Queenston on the Mountain, was there to meet with and introduce the crowds to a “greener” way of travel.   The environmentally friendly commuters were also introduced to the new MOT “green plates” that allow drivers to travel in the HOV lane – making their commute not only “greener” but speedier as well.

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Amongst participants and fellow eco-friendly enthusiasts, we are proud to say that the Chevrolet Volt stood out as the star of this event.  

By: Nerissa Mohamed

Why I Love Selling the Buick Verano

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I never fail to receive impressed looks from customers when they lay their eyes on the attractive lines and stunning waterfall grille of the Buick Verano.  The nod of approval I get when they discover its impressive gas mileage (46mi/gal hwy, 29mi/gal city) and outstanding warranty (4 year/80,000km New Vehicle Limited Warranty and 5 year/160,000km Powertrain Warranty with 24/7 Roadside assistance) is nothing short of satisfying.  However, what customers are most pleased with is the affordable pricing of a well-equipped luxury sedan that starts at $24,190 and its attractive leasing programs.

From the moment my customer’s sink into the Verano’s very comfortable and supportive seats, to the time they push the ignition start button and hear the 2.4L, 4 cylinder 180 Horsepower engine purr like a kitten, they know instinctively that they are in a vehicle class above the rest.  The wide-eyed deer caught in the headlights look customers give when they scan the elegant and intuitive controls, lets you know that they are soaking up the delightful infotainment system and built-in navigation. 

 

Now, if you’ve driven the roads by Queenston on The Mountain, you know they are a little rough.  That being said, they do help to prove a point   – The Buick Verano handles wonderfully!  This car drives effortlessly over the bumps and pits without the need for wearing a kidney belt!  The road construction buzz of jackhammers and machinery on Rymal Road are almost completely tuned out with components like triple sealed doors and a headliner made with no fewer than 5 layers of acoustic insulation material.  By the time we are back at Queenston on the Mountain, I have one very impressed customer on my hands.

 

 

 

 

 

Hmm where shall we park this one, in the sold row? 

 

Betty Greiser
Sales and Leasing Consultant
Queenston on the Mountain