Jeep Vehicles Win Four More Awards

Great things come in fours: four-wheel drive, for example, and now the four new awards Jeep_®Wrangler and Grand Cherokee – the pillars of the Jeep brand – have earned from opinion leaders in the automotive press. Recent accolades include:

1. Kelley Blue Book Total Cost of Total Cost of Ownership – Mid-size Sport Utility award: 2012 Jeep Wrangler
2. Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Best Resale – Truck-based SUVs: 2012 Jeep Wrangler Sport
3. MotorWeek Drivers’ Choice Award – Best Large Utility: 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (shared with Dodge Durango)
4. Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Worth a Look – Mid-size and Large Crossovers: 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo

“These awards are especially meaningful because they focus on the customer,” said Mike Manley, President and CEO – Jeep Brand, Chrysler Group LLC. “The MotorWeek award is specifically chosen from the buyers’ point of view, while the awards from Kelley Blue Book and Kiplinger’s focus on value for the customer – which Jeep vehicles consistently deliver.”

Jeep® Wrangler Sport Takes the Cake

At the 46th Annual Moab Easter Jeep Safari, Jeep® Blog learned what “capability” really means. A stock, manual transmission 2012 Jeep Wrangler Sport crawled and navigated some of the toughest events that Moab has to offer. Tall ledges? Big ridges? No problem. The stock Sport performed like a champion.

While handily maneuvering all types of rugged terrain in Moab, Jim Repp, Jeep Brand engineer, explained to Jeep Blog what makes the stock Jeep Wrangler Sport off-road ready.

“Having a car with lockers and a 4:1 [low-gear ratio] makes the driving experience a little different, but the reality is that the basic stuff is in the Wrangler Sport,” Repp explained. “The capability is there – the ground clearance, the approach and departure angles, and the articulation – it’s all there.”

“We joke in engineering that the Wrangler is the cake and a vehicle like the Rubicon is the icing on the cake,” said Repp. In a Jeep Wrangler Sport, “the cake is there – all the ingredients are baked in.”

So, what ingredients are baked into this off-road cake? “The suspension articulation is basically the same [as the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon]. The ground clearance is a little less, but your approach, departure, and brake over angles – when we design those we make them the lowest they can be to meet our general parameters. It still maneuvers, it still steers, it’s got traction, and the brake traction control is very effective even when you use a street tire.”

Ready to Go Anywhere, Do Anything™ in a 2012 Jeep Wrangler Sport? Head over to Jeep.com for more.

Nissan LEAF news: Ratings and reviews from Nissan LEAF owners.

Ratings and reviews from Nissan LEAF owners.

Want to learn about what it's like to own a Nissan LEAF™? Get insight into the Nissan LEAF™ community with reviews and ratings from actual Nissan LEAF™ owners. Click below to read what real owners are saying.

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Bruce Titus Pet Project Pet of the Week - Meet Yodi

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Roadside emergency kit: What to carry with you in your Car

Roadside emergency kit: What to carry with you

A few basic items can help you get back on the road quicker

A roadside emergency can happen at any time, whether your car is new or old. A range of problems can cause it, from a tire failure or mechanical breakdown to running out of fuel. At best, it's an annoyance; at worst, it can compromise your safety. Being prepared with a basic emergency kit can increase your safety, reduce stress, and help you get back on the road faster.

Even if you have roadside-assistance coverage or an automobile-club membership with roadside assistance, you usually need access to a phone in order to contact them and you may have to wait on the side of the road for an hour or more before help arrives. That's why we recommend that drivers carry certain items in their vehicle, even if it only gets used for everyday, around-town driving. This basic kit can be supplemented with additional items if you go on a long-distance trip or have to deal with winter weather conditions.

It's also important to make periodic checks on the equipment to ensure it's in working order—that the spare tire is properly inflated, batteries are not discharged, first-aid supplies are current, water is fresh, and food is dry. In addition, be familiar with how each tool works, from the cellular phone to the jack, before you need to use it in an emergency.

Basic kit:
This kit is intended to aid you in getting help, signaling your car's presence to other motorists, and tackling simple challenges.

• Cellular phone

• First-aid kit - Choose one that allows you to treat a range of problems, from small cuts or burns to ones that require major bandaging. We also suggest you get familiar with how to use the kit before you need to.

• Fire extinguisher

• Warning light, hazard triangle, or flares

• Tire gauge - This should be used on a monthly basis to check the inflation pressure in all four tires and the spare tire. Because the ambient temperature affects tire pressure, it's also advisable to check the pressure after a significant change in temperature. See our latest Ratings and buying advice on tire pressure gauges.

• Jack and lug wrench 

• Foam tire sealant or a portable compressor and plug kit - For minor punctures, a foam tire sealant can get your vehicle back on the road quickly. Only use it in an emergency, however, as many tire shops will refuse to repair the tire because of the sticky residue these sealants leave inside it. Be sure to choose a sealant that's labeled as non-flammable, and don't consider this a permanent fix. A portable DC-powered air compressor can also be used to inflate a tire--and is especially handy for one that suffers from a slow leak. To fix a puncture, however, you need to have it professionally repaired.

• Spare fuses - If you experience an electrical problem, your first check should be for a burned-out fuse. These are easy to check and replace by referring to your owner's manual. Keep an assortment on hand of the proper type for your vehicle.

• Jumper cables or a portable battery booster - Jumper cables are easy to use as long as you have a second car available to provide a jump. Refer to your owner's manual for instructions. A portable battery booster eliminates the need for a second car.

• Flashlight

• Gloves, hand cleaner, and clean rags

• Auto-club card or roadside-assistance number

• Disposable flash camera

• $20 in small bills and change

• Pen and pad of paper

Additional items for long-distance driving:

For long trips, especially those through remote areas, add these items to your basic emergency kit.

• Basic tools - This includes a set of socket and open-end wrenches, a multi-tip screwdriver, and pliers. This should be enough to perform simple jobs such as changing a lightbulb, tightening battery cables, and so on. Even if you don't know what to do, a Good Samaritan will still need something to work with.

• Coolant hose repair kit and tape - A leaking coolant hose can sideline your vehicle quickly and possibly cause engine damage from overheating. Often, a leaking hose is a simple fix if you have the right items. They can be bought at any major auto-parts store.

• Extra clothes and small tarpaulin - Even if all you do is change a tire, these items can help keep your regular clothes clean.

• Water and nonperishable emergency food - Bring enough food and water to sustain you and any passengers for at least a meal, longer for remote areas or in extreme hot/cold regions.

• CB radio - if your route will take you into an area where cellular service is spotty, consider a portable or in-car CB radio.

• GPS navigation system

Additional items for winter driving:
For the cold, wet conditions of winter, you may need additional items in your emergency kit, especially if you travel in remote areas or in severe conditions.

• Windshield scraper

• Tire chains and tow strap

• Blanket and winter hat

• Chemical hand warmers - These small, inexpensive packets are available at ski shops and sporting-goods stores.

• Small folding shovel - If you get stuck in snow, this can be a vital tool. A folding camping-style shovel will require more digging effort than a longer-handled shovel, but is more convenient to store in the vehicle.

• Bag of cat litter - This can help provide some traction on an especially slick road surface.

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Olympia Nissan News: Pre-order the all-new 2013 Nissan Altima

Pre-order your all-new 2013 Nissan Altima® today at Bruce Titus Olympia Nissan in the Olympia Auto Mall. And, as a thank you for pre-ordering, get 3 years/45,000 miles of complimentary maintenance.* Visit the Altima site to watch the epic reveal at the New York International Auto Show and learn what makes this the most innovative Altima ever. Click HERE for more information.

Insure.com named the 2012 Nissan Frontier® a Least Expensive Vehicle to Insure. The Frontier earned this award after the site surveyed auto insurance rates for over 900 vehicles from 2012. Click below to find out more.

With new information available on its website, you can learn even more about the All-New 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.® Witness the Advanced Drive-Assist™ Display and available Tri-Zone Entertainment System in action. Plus, see the vehicle withstand even the harshest weather conditions. To view this and more, just click below.

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) awarded the 2012 Nissan Versa® Sedan with a "Top Safety Pick."† Vehicles that achieve the IIHS's highest rating for front-, rear- and side-impact protection as well as the roof-strength test earn this award. Click below to read on.

From May 13-20, Team RadioShack Nissan Trek is competing in the Amgen Tour of California. It's a challenging course that's almost 800 miles long. Chris Horner won the race for the team last year, and they're riding to win the title again. Follow all the action by clicking below.

The Nissan Certified Collision Repair Network is here to make collision repair easier. It recognizes body shops that meet or exceed standards for repairs, customer service and more to help with the process. All shops are I-Car Gold certified and trained. To take the worry out of collision repairs, click below.