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2013 Chrysler Town & Country is the “Highest Ranked Minivan in Initial Quality”

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overview_21J.D. Power has something known as the US Initial Quality Study, or the IQS. The IQS is a study that is assembled from the responses of more than 83,442 auto owners who have one thing in common, that their vehicle is a 2013 model-year.

They are asked about what they think about the vehicle, are there any defects worth noting? Is there any design issues? J.D. Power is looking to find out their overall perception of the vehicle’s quality.

The reason I bring this up is because the list for 2013 has been released and the 2013 Chrysler Town & Country is the “Highest Ranked Minivan in Initial Quality.”

Hard not to see why, it’s one of the best selling minivans ever.  The 2013 model of the Town & Country includes leather seating to provide everyone from driver to rider with a comfortable drive.  There’s also the “Stow ‘n Go” seating that helps families by having more storage space.  Another key feature to aid families, The Town & Country earned the 2012 IIHS Top Safety pick for its plethora of safety features.

For more information on the 2013 Chrysler Town & Country, visit Bayside Chrysler Jeep Dodge online.  We have the full Chrysler show-room available for viewing.  Our new and used inventory is on our website as well.  Like the dealership on Facebook and follow us on Twitter to get all our monthly specials and offerings.

Chrysler: We’re Still “Imported from Detroit”

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imported-from-detroitNot that long ago, there were rumors going around that Chrysler might be moving away from their popular “Imported from Detroit” ad campaign, but last week, Chrysler’s chief marketing officer Olivier Francois announced that “Imported from Detroit” isn’t going anywhere anytime soon.

Francois assured Chrysler fans in a statement that, “’Imported from Detroit’ is and will continue to be the tagline for the Chrysler brand.” He recognizes that the tagline appeals to consumers who don’t want to “cross an ocean” to find a quality car with modern style and technology.

“Imported from Detroit” will be used this year for the 2013 Chrysler 300 Motown edition and the 2013 Chrysler 300C John Varvatos Luxury Edition, and Chrysler will continue to offer “Imported from Detroit” merchandise through their website.

You can watch the original “Imported from Detroit” Super Bowl commercial below.

We want to hear from you, our readers. What do you think of Chrysler sticking with their “Imported from Detroit” campaign? Are you glad they are keeping it, or do you want a whole new campaign? Leave a comment below, and tell us what you think.

You can see our Chrysler inventory online at Bayside Chrysler Jeep Dodge. The dealership is located in the Queens area and operates with top-quality customer service that works with you in either finding the new or pre-owned vehicle that suits your life-style or fixing any issues you have with your current vehicle.  Like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and subscribe to us on YouTube for more Jeep news and monthly parts and service specials.

Chrysler Faces Criticism Over New 2014 Jeep Cherokee Design

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2014jeepcherokee-2The biggest news in the auto world of late is the early release of the new look of the 2014 Jeep Cherokee. Jalopnik provided the initial leak. What many fans saw was unexpected; a vast departure from the norm. A wave of negative criticism followed and many lashed out instantly at what they viewed as a step too far in the wrong direction. It was different and too different for comfort.

Jalopnik covered the breakdown of how Chrysler handled the affair. It appears that they were getting pretty prepared for the lash-back against the new design. On the Chrysler Communications’ Facebook page was a message to not judge a book by its cover. It urged people to remember that what makes a Jeep isn’t on the outside  but what’s inside that matters most. Even though I agree, it’s hard not to see that as some cheesy line straight from a kids film.

The negative feedback was prevalent and got negative. “Ugly” was the word used the most to describe how the audience was feeling. Chrysler went to Twitter to repeat the message, urging all to give the new look a chance.

Even Ralph Gilles, the main-man over at SRT, was on Twitter responding to the critics. He cited the new design as a paradigm shift. A quick look shows how right he is about that.

Jalopnik concludes with a defense of the 2014 Jeep Cherokee. While not the biggest fans of some aspects, mainly the headlights, they make note of how the vitals are still there in the iconic seven-bar grille. There’s something to be said for something revolutionary different rather than keeping with the safe and predictable. In the least, it’ll get people talking and make people who wouldn’t have otherwise notice.

It’s amazing how much has been said of just a few choice shots of the new exterior. Not one mention of any details beyond that and it’s still caused an avalanche of excitement and vitriol. While Chrysler might not be too happy hearing from the nastiest of critics, it does prove the point of there being no such thing as bad press. It’s the talk of the auto world and the specs haven’t even been revealed yet.

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