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Issue 6 The examiner OCTOBeR 2012

Eastern Jackson County’s Premier Dealership’s Magazine

Get to know your dealerships!

AUTO BITSTIp Of The week

and CaR Q&a

COMMITMENTLeaRn hOw LOCaL COMpanIes

aRe InVOLVed In The COMMunITY!

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fall has arrived with a ven-geance. It seems to have gone from overwhelming heat to jacket necessary weather in the blink of an eye. I will admit to lik-ing the cooler weather but when it is too cold to roll the windows down and enjoy the sunny day, I am not a fan. a new car can help with keeping you warm though. Let me explain.

I drive a 2012 dodge Char-ger. I have auto-start and it is a blessing. so few people realize how amazing that little luxury is. now take it up a notch. I also have heated seats. There are few pleasures in this world that rival a nice warm bum holder. The reason I say that a new car can help is because most of the tiny and often overlooked features are only available on a new car.

all of the dealerships I work with have the

ability to make you comfort-able in whatever car you drive whether it is new or not. stop in and let them make sure your heater is working at optimal levels and that your defrost is in excellent shape. a quick service check-up is way better than a drawn out corrective procedure.

I do not want to overlook the motorcycle side of things though. I am a rider as well and my favorite time to ride was now. You can bundle up in a comfortable long sleeve shirt and your riding jacket and never get sweaty! It’s always a

good feeling when you both safe and comfortable. enjoy this issue and as always keep the com-

ments coming, drive in style, and enjoy the spookiest month of them all. keep Calm and Chive On.

Oh sO ChILLY

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© 2012 GATEhOUSE MEDIAAll RIGhTS RESERvED

INdEx 3 Auto Bits

5 McCarthy Blue Springs Nissan

7 Easy, rider

9 Dell’s Powersports

11 Blue Springs harley-Davidson

13 Metro Ford

14 vehicle Review

15 Get to know the gang

WELCOMEBACK

TIp Of The week

Winterize now“Today’s cars and trucks are

overall more reliable than ever before,” says dan woods, host and producer of speed’s “Chop Cut Rebuild” series. “still, cer-tain systems in all vehicles are more susceptible to cold, snow and ice. It’s important to pre-pare those systems to handle colder weather.”

woods recommends own-ers give these areas special attention when prepping their vehicles for winter:

n Tiresn Visibilityn Battery

To protect one of your most valuable investments, follow these tips:

Protect your paint: The majority of drivers are aware of at least one scratch or chip in their vehicles’ paint. unfor-tunately, many will not repair these small damages before they rust and become seri-ous issues. a scratch can rust in just 30 days, and snow, ice and freezing temperatures can accelerate and intensify the damage.

vision: winter weather can reduce visibility, so a clear windshield is extremely im-portant to prevent accident damage. To make certain you have an unobstructed view of the road at all times, examine the defroster system and wind-shield wipers. Replace any old or cracked blades, and don’t forget your rear wiper.

Tires: One of the most es-sential aspects of vehicle win-terization is making sure you have a safe grip on the road. Quality tires help keep your ve-hicle secure, especially in slip-pery rain or snow conditions, and inadequate tires will not be effective. Inspect your tire tread and pressure (an auto shop can do this for you) and replace worn tires for optimal traction in snow and ice. If you’ve not done so recently, make sure to rotate your tires and have your brakes checked.

- ARA

CaR Q&a

Start-up knockQ: I notice on late-model cars a start-up knock. even on my own 2010 ford focus. It sounds

like they could use .001 or even .002 u.s. bearings. The knock is very slight. It sounds like what I used to hear with engines having high mileage. Is this normal? A: Today’s engines are built under very close tolerances and the bearing clearances are precise. If there was a bearing clearance problem, the engines would not last and the oil pres-sure would be low.

Jumpy carQ: I own a 2010 Toyota Corolla 1.8 liter four-cylinder auto-matic with 47,000 miles. at low speeds, especially 35-40 mph, the car is very sensitive and jumpy. I have had the car to two different dealers, and they say the car is normal, no problem found.A: when I hear complaints like this I ask the owner to drop the vehicle off so we can test drive the vehicle in normal driv-ing conditions. The computer would pick up any conditions not considered in the normal operating range. Leave the car with your local technician and let him drive it overnight and get his opinion.

— Junior Damato, Talking Cars columnist

AUtOBItS


NISSAN

McCarthy Blue Springs Nissan3030 S. Outer Rd., Blue Springs, MO 64015

816-224-7500www.bluespringsnissan.com

McCARTHY AUTOGROUP0% available on select 2011 & 2012 models

2012 Nissan Sentra 2.0 Sedan

After all rebates & financing with Nissan

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$14,9762012 Nissan Versa 1.8 Hatchback


N24239$15,915MSRP

$13,5392012 Nissan Rogue S AWD SUV


N24327$24,240MSRP

$20,976

2012 Nissan Altima 2.5 Sedan


N24405$23,820MSRP

2012 Nissan Maxima 3.5 S Sedan


N24379$34,495MSRP

2011 Nissan Murano Crossover


N13792$48,020MSRP

$19,176

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susie Mayerle needed a lift.and McCarthy nissan was able to provide it.saddled with a bad back, a trio of broken down, high-

mileage cars and mounting bills from a cracked foundation, a child in college and another close to it, Mayerle found a little sunshine from McCarthy last month.

Mayerle had a hunch while listening to a radio station, kCMO, 94.9 fM, on the way home from a physical therapy session for her back. she heard a spot about a contest at McCarthy in Blue springs, giving away a free one-year lease for a new 2013 nis-san altima in an ulitmate altima Giveaway promotion on satur-day, sept. 8.

“They kept talking about the contest and that everyone should come on down, and I told my husband, ‘I think we should do that.’ he thought I was nuts,” she says.

The saturday arrived, and susie was ready to go, even though it meant a long drive from her Overland park, kan., resi-dence to eastern Jackson County. her husband Ron, however, wasn’t so enthusiastic.

“he may have been the most reluctant person on earth,” su-sie says. “he kept saying things like, ‘This is the stupidest thing we’ve ever done.’”

susie was thinking about her three cars that have an average mileage of 160,000 and how badly they worked. she thought of her 95-year-old mother agnes, whom she would pick up each sunday for a drive and worry if the car would make it back.

“I said to my husband, ‘Come on, play along with me. I’ve got a good feeling about this.’ On the way there, I kept talking to my dad and asking him to help me on this one.”

susie says her father ernie, who had passed away six years ago, was into entering contests for fun and had good luck at it, one time winning a lawn mower and another time claiming Roy-als season tickets.

They arrived at McCarthy and susie said she was greeted warmly by a sales associate. after explaining to him she was there to enter the contest, he led susie and Ron inside to get registered at kCMO’s radio remote.

“Three people got to go in front of me and none of their keys opened the car,” susie explained. “I was the fourth person and I got to pick a key. I grabbed one, went over to the car, and it went, ‘pop.’ I was screaming, and I think you could’ve knocked my husband over with a feather.”

Mayerle got to drive the new slate gray altima home that day with a free one-year lease and an option to buy it when the lease expired.

and susie says she will likely purchase it when her free ride is over. she had even been test-driving altimas before she actu-ally won the use of one.

“we’re really enjoying the altima,” susie says. “It’s a great car and gets amazing mileage and is very comfy, which is im-portant to me because of my back (she suffers from moderate stenosis). It’s very easy to get in and out of, which is important for me. and the dash board is set up just like I would make it. It’s very user friendly. and the McCarthy people have been great. I told them I was going to bring it to them to get oil changes and things like that.

“and my kids are drooling over it,” she adds with a laugh.not only has the car been comfortable, it’s provided the lift

she was looking for.“I hadn’t been feeling very well, but I’ve certainly got a kick in

my step after this,” susie says. “I think I started smiling that day and haven’t stopped.”

and what did her mother think when she picked her up in a brand new altima?

“she said, ‘where did you get this car?’ I said, ‘You’re never going to believe this story.’”

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INSURANCE


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BY MOllY lOGAN ANDERSONGatehouse news service

There’s no doubt that gas prices are on the rise. Conserve a bit

with our suggested methods and reap big savings at the pump

over time.

Easy, riderwant to save on gas? Try smarter driving habits

sTOCk.XChnG phOTOs

Drive smarthow you drive can largely affect on how fast a tank of gas is used, fuller says. “The way that you accelerate from a stop makes a big difference; don’t hit the gas hard,” he says. “also, starting your car takes a lot of gas. The more often you do it, the more gas you’ll use.” Try accelerating slowly, and plan for infrequent starts and stops whenever possible.

Maintenance is key“The best thing you can do for your gas mileage is to keep your car in top working order,” says fuller, who says many people will continue to drive with illuminated warning lights, such as the “check engine” indicator. “This is a sign that something is wrong and you’re likely burning more gas than necessary.” The check-engine light, as well as other warnings, can refer to an array of maintenance issues and should be attended to as soon as possible.

Shop before you spendTake a moment to search your ZIp code at www.gasbuddy.com to locate the best fuel deal nearby. You’ll be surprised — prices can vary as much as 20 cents a gallon in a two-mile ra-dius. for a 20-gallon tank, a few clicks can result in a $4 savings. for folks who fill up once a week, that’s $208 saved over a year.

Constant speeds savefuller says that highway driving is easiest on a vehicle, and your car will reward you with less consumed gas when you do it. “around-town driving is tough; there’s not much you can do,” fuller says. “You’re always going to burn more gas this way.”

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55Consider engine sizeMechanic ethan fuller of fuller’s ser-vice Center in hinsdale, Ill., a suburb of Chicago, suggests considering engine size when you’re looking to save on gas. “small engines burn less gas,” says fuller. “But keep in mind there’s no magic trick that’s going to help you save. It’s mostly common sense.” If you’re in the market for a new vehicle but are concerned about fuel use and expense, opt for a smaller engine.

ILLusTRaTIOns BY JOe GReCO/Ghns


POWERSPORtSVEHICLES


POWERSPORtSVEHICLES

In support of that, dell’s is very active in or-ganizing local rides for the kansas City area community.In the fall nasCaR fans are not the only

ones caught up in the “Chase”.... deer hunters on both sides of the state line get caught up in a chase of there own! Today top deer hunters have an aTV or utility Vehicle in their toolbox and no one has a better selection of these tools than dell’s powersports located at wood Cha-pel rd and 40 highway in Blue springs. They carry honda and kawasaki vehicles. honda offers their bullet proof line of fourTrax aTV’s and rugged Big Red utility vehicle that features a large dump bed. kawasaki brings to the table the ultra powerful Brute force aTV with stump

pulling power plus their reliable Mule line and the playful Teryx sport utility vehicles.

an aTV won’t make you a better hunter but the right aTV or utility vehicle will improve your hunting experience. Talk to the experts at dell’s powersports and let them help you pick out the right vehicle. during the month of October dells is having a huge aTV sale so if your “hunting” for a good deal look no further! They also stock gun racks, winches, snow plows, and safety gear to help their customers get the most out of their honda or kawasaki!

also if you already have an aTV of any brand bring it to dell’s and let their service experts make sure its trail ready! Good luck and happy hunting from the gang at dell’s powersports!

UpcomingEvents

Month of OctoberATv Sale

October 20Customer AppreciationFREE lunch Cookout!

October 21Flint hills Dual Sport Ride

Find details at www.dellspowersports.com

SUBMITTED STORY

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For more information please call 816-350-6383!

Contracts must be signed by Monday, October 29, 2012

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Offer valid October 31, 2012 thru December 30, 2012

Let your customers know what you have to offer during the holiday season.

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Men and women who ride motorcycles often insist there’s

nothing quite like riding. Riding a motorcycle not only can be exhilarating and provide a feel-ing unlike any other, but it also requires patience and disci-pline for beginners and veteran riders alike.

Riding a motorcycle carries a certain stigma of being dan-gerous, but that’s only the case for inattentive riders who for-get their responsibilities while on the road. The following are some tips that beginners can put to use when hitting the open road.

* Gear up and stay geared up. Beginners often don’t have a problem gearing up, as many are understandably nervous and therefore less likely to

leave necessary equipment in the garage. always wear a helmet, motorcycle jacket, riding gloves, riding boots and motorcycle pants when riding. Many riders fall into the trap of wearing less gear once they become more acclimated to their bike. But gear should be worn whether you have been riding for 50 days or 50 years.

* prepare, prepare, prepare. There’s no such thing as too much preparation when riding a motorcycle. Motorcycle train-ing guides are valuable tools of information for beginners. These instructional videos or reading materials provide in-sight into all aspects of riding a motorcycle, and no beginner should get on a motorcycle without first watching or read-ing a motorcycle training guide.

* practice away from other motorists. don’t start riding on a freeway until you have grown accustomed to riding the bike at slow practice speeds you’ve honed away from other motor-ists. empty parking lots make ideal training grounds. Once you feel comfortable in the parking lot, gradually move to roads without heavy traffic, such as residential neighbor-hoods. Once you’re truly com-fortable on the bike, then you can hit the highway.

* Go to class. a motorcycle safety course might be a re-quirement in some areas but not required in others. Regard-less of whether or not it’s re-quired, take the class anyway. such classes might cost a few hundred dollars, but their value far exceeds that cost. a safety

course prepares riders for any-thing they might encounter on the road. Just be sure to enroll in a class that teaches acci-dent evasion.

* Get the right size. some riders envision themselves at the helm of a big hog, while others see themselves tool-ing down the highway on an ultra-light bike. But don’t go to extremes in either direc-tion, at least not with your first motorcycle. a heavy bike might be more stable, but it’s also harder to control. a lighter bike might feel easier to control, but it’s best to wait until you have had a year or two of experi-ence before buying bikes often referred to as “crotch rockets,” which are sporty and fast. sC123927

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UpcomingEvents

October 13hogtoberfest

October 16h.O.G. meeting7 pm

October 26-27Trick or Treat at Blue Springs harley-Davidson

12:30 pm kid’s halloween costume contest

November 3

9-11am $5 buffet withproceeds benefitingRecovery Lighthouse.

November 10Toy Drive

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BY BARBARA SChAFFERauto digest

Typically a year or two after a new vehicle is introduced, the sales

peak and then decline until the next new model is intro-duced four to six years later. Evidently the Ford Escape didn’t get the message.

When Escape debuted in 2000 as a 2001 model, sales were good and reached more than 164,000 during the first full year of production, then went on to average more than 185,000 units annually through 2010.

During that time there was a minor freshening in 2007. Then in 2011, the year be-fore the debut of an all-new model, Escape sold a record 254,293 to become the best-selling SUV in America. They definitely didn’t get the message.

No longer a boxy-looking wagon, the Escape designers have created sleek lines more like those of its larger sib-

lings, the Edge and Explorer, but with a front end similar to the popular Ford Focus. The result is a dramatic new look that changes the whole complexion of Escape.

My driving partner and I chose a Ginger Ale Metal-lic Escape with the 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine for our drive from Richmond, Calif., through the coastal moun-tain range to Bodega Bay.

The black leather seats were comfortable, but the dash area seemed a little busy to me with several lay-ers, shapes and visors pro-truding over some of the instruments. It might have looked busy, but the controls were nicely organized and have a positive quality feel.

With the front seats all the way back, the rear seat legroom is tight, but head-room is very good, as is the cargo space. The Escape is

designed for five passen-gers, but the rear seat is too crowded with three adults. The 34.3 cubic feet of cargo space is will easily haul a week’s luggage for five or a lot of sports equipment. The space grows to 68.1 cubic feet when the rear seatback is folded, and it looks like there’s enough room for two or three bicycles. Escape also

has a 3,500-pound towing capacity when equipped with the optional towing package.

The Escape drives more like a small sport sedan than a bulky SUV. It stays flat on the corners and has a precise steering feel. But what most impressed me was how quiet the Escape is.

Escape comes in four mod-els, S, SE, SEL and Titanium.

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road-tripper

The new dodge dart is a compact, about the same size as a new Volkswagen

Jetta or Chevy Cruze. On the inside, dart is larger than most compacts, with an interior that qualifies as a mid-size.

dodge designers were in the zone when they penned the new dart, creating a head-turning design distinctive from the rest of the compact sedans. from the front, there’s no mistaking the dodge heritage with the lat-est interpretation of the “split cross-hair” grille. The profile is extreme wedge, with a sweep-ing roofline and large wheels and tires. dart planners wanted this to be a car that al-lowed shoppers a broad range of customization, right off the showroom floor. In fact, there are more than 100,000 ways to customize the dart from the five trim levels, three powertrains, 14 interior combinations, 12 exteri-or colors and six wheel choices. If that’s not enough, there are 150 Mopar accessories available with a variety of grilles, hoods, exhaust systems, shifters, steer-ing wheels and more.

I loved the new dart interior, and so did wardsauto world, which picked it as one of the wards 10 Best Interiors for 2012. The cockpit style interior has a surprising use of color to set off certain areas. I especially like the instrument cluster with the cen-ter mounted seven-inch recon-figurable gauge cluster display.

It is customizable with choices of digital or analog gauges, an eco-meter, navigation or many other displays.

The touchscreen system (standard on the R/T and Lim-ited and optional on the sXT and Rallye) is mounted just to the right of the steering wheel at the top of the center stack. It is

one of the best and most user-friendly systems I’ve used. The large 8.4-inch screen has large icons, which control navigation, communications, audio and climate functions. The system responds instantly with none of the delays common with some touch screens in cars. It can also be used to control voice activat-

ed Bluetooth, sirius XM Travel and weather functions.

The dart’s safety menu is impressive, too, and some fea-tures are functions on the same display screen.

for example, the uconnect Voice Command allows the driver to operate a Bluetooth-compatible phone hands-free.

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head-TuRneRBY BARBARA SChAFFER | auto digest

COnTRIBuTInG aRTIsT: JOe LICCaR

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GeT TO knOw The GanG BY EXAMINER STAFF

Eric Myerssales ManagerBlue springs harley-davidson

John Stenvallaftermarket manager/delivery managerMetro ford

Sandra ChapmanCustomer care directorMcCarthy Blue springs nissan

Fred Gintherservice Managerdell’s powersports

eric has been riding for 26 years and has been in the Motorsport industry, especially with harley’s, for 17 years. he considers all bikes good bikes but no brand has the camaraderie that harley has. Because he is so passionate about the experience and that translates to his customers, eric is a very effective sales manager.

“The ultimate thing in this world is to get paid for doing some-thing you love,” he said.

he has two daughters and one son who is a senior at Blue springs high school.

This self-described “down-to-earth kentucky girl” is all about car-ing for the customer and making them smile when they think of McCarthy Blue springs nissan. sandra, who has been in the auto industry for 18 years, including the last nine months at McCar-thy, loves to get to know the customers and making them “super happy.” she is married with one daughter at Blue springs south high school.

I’m fred Ginther, service manager at dell’s powersports. I have worked in the industry professionally since 1989 and have been an enthusiast for much longer. I enjoy various outdoor sports and activities such as cycling and skateboarding, and spend as much time as possible doing them with my 13 year old son.

My goal at dell’s is to build on our reputation and become the areas premier service destination.

The best part of his job, John says, is seeing his customers walk out with a smile after they’ve been handed the keys to their new car. John says he’s learned over his 25 years in the industry, all at Metro ford, what makes a customer most happy and has learned how to deliver that to them. he is married with two sons who at-tend fort Osage high school, and his first granddaughter, who will be named emmalee, is due in January 2013.

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