Join Us On Nov 28 for the '100 Cars For Good' Winner's Event

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Join Us on November 28, 2012 at 11am for the CVAS Toyota Sienna Delivery

This past summer, Toyota organized a campaign that gave away one brand new Toyota a day for 100 days to non-profit organizations across the United States. Each day 5 organizations were in the running and the winner was determined by competing for the highest number of votes on the Facebook App.

On Day 99 of the 100 Cars For Good, Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter (CVAS), located right here in Chambersburg PA, was selected as the winner of a brand new Toyota Sienna.

CVAS will pick up their new van from Fitzgerald Toyota on November 28, 2012. The food and fun will begin at 11am and the delivery will take place at noon. Reps from Toyota USA, a TV crew, and Radio Station will also be here for the presentation.

All are welcome to come and participate and donations for the animal shelter will also be accepted.

Fitzmall Scion at the Uprise Festival 2012

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This past weekend, Fitzgerald Scion had the honor of being a sponsor in the Uprise Festival 2012. We had a  lot of fun and met a lot of great people!

We took a new Scion FR-S, iQ, and tC along with us for people to sit in and check out. We also had a corn-hole game from which winners were able to win either something out of the "schwag bag" or a fabulous Scion t-shirt.

We also showed up with 2 guitars and asked the bands to sign them for us, which they graciously did! We had hundreds of fans enter our drawing in hopes of winning one of them. The winners will be randomly selected and announced on Monday, September 24, 2012.  Good luck to all of the participants and thank you for visiting Fitzgerald Scion's booth!

Enter to win prizes from Fitzgerald Scion

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UPDATE: Congratulations to Sarah Shaffer and Brianna Parsons on winning the autographed guitars from Fitzgerald Scion!

Fitzgerald Scion from Chambersburg PA will be participating in the Uprise Festival 2012 at the Shippensburg Fairgrounds on Friday and Saturday, 9/14 - 915/2012. During the event, attendees will have the chance to enter to win one of many cool prizes including signed guitars, apparel, and more. Winners will be announced on our Facebook page on Monday, September 24, 2012.

Fitzgerald Scion can be found at:
1436 Lincoln Way East, Chambersburg PA. | 717-264-3359 | www.Fitzmall.com

Are your keys too heavy?

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Here is a maintenance tip to help prevent an unnecessary trip to the Service Department 

Look Familiar?!

Everyday we see key chains loaded up with everything from the obvious handful of keys, to knives, pictures frames, flashlights, bottle-openers, knick-knacks and everything in between. Although key chains are a great way to organize all the little things you need in day-to-day life,  adding too much to yours could damage your ignition and prevent you from starting your car. 

How much is too much? Probably less than you might think.  3 Lbs is often the weight limit that ignitions are designed to bear without undue wear.

Why is weight bad for your ignition? The extra weight will put additional stress on the tumblers, particularly as the car bounces and shakes down the road, causing them to wear irregularly and prematurely fail. A worn tumbler does not engage the locking mechanism properly, meaning your key will no longer be able to turn the lock.

To extend the life of your ignition system, drive with only the ignition key hanging off of your switch.

You should separate your car key(s) from the remaining clump, leaving just the car key and key fob to place as little load as possible on the ignition. A key ring like the one above, makes this simple.

Your car will thank you for following this advice (as well as your nerves and checkbook).

Summer Savin' Days | Best Deals on Remaining new 2012 Nissans

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With the Summer Savin' Days from Nissan combined with our 2012 Model Year-End Blow Out Sale, you wont find better deals on new Nissans anywhere!

***Up to $7000 OFF of remaining in-stock 2012 Nissan Altima Sedans.***

***Up to $5000 OFF of remaining in-stock 2012 Nissan Rogues***

***Up to $6500 OFF of remaining in-stock 2012 Nissan Frontiers***

All other models are also reduced.  Fitzgerald Auto Mall guarantees the lowest prices on all Nissan vehicles and offers Double-Your-Difference Guarantee if you find a better price (in writing) to purchase it from us.

The brand new 2013 Nissan Altima's are $2000+ OFF MSRP!!

Visit www.FitzgeraldNissan.com to view all available inventory or contact us today!

-Nissan Summer Savin' Days ends August 31, 2012-

Toyota's 100 Cars for Good - Your Vote is Needed!

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Join in on Toyota's 100 Cars for Good - Benefiting local Non-Profit Organizations

UPDATE: Thanks to the overwhelming local participation, Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter has won a New Toyota on Day 99 in the 100 Cars for Good Campaign from Toyota USA. Congratulations!!

This summer, Toyota is giving away a vehicle a day to a lucky non-profit charity over a 100 day period, and Chambersburg, PA has a contestant in the running on August 20. Help us show some local support for Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter by casting your vote on August 20!  

www.100carsforgood.com

We are Open July 4th | All vehicles priced to sell!

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ALL FITZGERALD SALES DEPARTMENTS ARE OPEN JULY 4, 2012 UNTIL 5PM!

Don't miss out on the huge discounts!

42,000 Child Safety Seat Installations and Counting...

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Fitzgerald Auto Malls celebrated the installation of their 40,000th child safety seat in May 2011 (42,000 seats 6/15/2012), which was the single largest number of inspections by a dealership group in America. It is the first private organization to achieve this record number of inspections within a single program.

“Fitzgerald Auto Malls is very proud of this accomplishment and we are proud to support the communities we serve."

Armed Forces Day at Letterkenny Army Depot

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Fitzmall at Letterkenny Army Depot

Saturday, May 19, 2012, Fitzgerald Toyota Scion Nissan participated in the Armed Forces Day at Letterkenny Army Depot.  We had several vehicles on display for everyone to check out.

Visitors participated in HMMWV rides and tours of the Depot's facilities including the Munitions area, the Maintenance Facility, the Tactical Repair Center and the cemeteries and former homesteads. Many children's activities were offered such as the fishing rodeo sponsored by LEAD's Rod and Gun Club, face painting, games and amusements.

Originally established as an ammunition depot, today Letterkenny Army Depot is known as the Army's Capabilities Based Depot. LEAD is headquartered in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, and comprises over 18,000 acres. As the largest employer in Franklin County, with over 3,600 employees, the Depot fuels over a quarter of a billion dollars annually into the region both through payroll and contracts.

Buy a New 2012 Scion iQ and Get a PlayStation Vita

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In an effort to capture more of the younger market with its tiny, new iQ subcompact, Scion is adding a unique incentive to make it even more appealing. Customers who buy a new 2012 iQ from May 1 through July 31, 2012 will get a Sony PlayStation Vita portable entertainment system. "Vita" means "Life" in Latin.

The Sony PSVita has a high-definition touch-screen, dual analog sticks, front touch-screen and rear touch pad, two cameras and a built-in microphone. The Vita "provides an unmatched portable gaming experience," Toyota said in a statement.

Checklist For Your Spring Car Check-Up

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Spring Cleaning? Don't Forget Your Car!

Winter can be tough on lots of things, including cars and trucks. Cold temperatures, snow and ice, road salt and pothole-causing freeze-thaw cycles put car batteries, tires, brakes and suspensions to the test.  According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration vehicle crashes due to neglected maintenance cause more than 2,600 deaths a year.
  

Spring is the time to rid vehicles of winter's effects in time for summer travel.  

Regular vehicle maintenance and inspections can help improve a vehicle's fuel efficiency, achieve peak performance and even help avoid major repairs down the road.

You will want to have these items checkedto ensure your vehicle is ready to roll:

Scion iQ Boosts U.S Sales

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Toyota’s Tiny Scion iQ Boosts U.S Sales by 19 Percent

Scion brand, created to attract young drivers with quirky designs and low prices, said many initial U.S. customers for the iQ minicar are buying it as a fuel-saving third vehicle for urban trips.

The tiny hatchback, starting at $15,995, appeals to city drivers because it’s easy to park and gets the best fuel-economy of any gasoline-only auto in the U.S., Jack Hollis, vice president of Scion sales, said in an interview yesterday. Sales of iQ, which became available in all U.S. markets last month, lifted Scion deliveries 19 percent in the year’s first quarter.

“The early indication is it’s more of a third vehicle, and a little more of a higher-income buyer,” Hollis said. “This is the highest mpg car in the country, non-hybrid, and what I think is happening is people are seeing that.”

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Toyota offers top 3 vehicles for first time car buyers

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Good Cars for First Time Buyers

Published by Staff Writer: Harry Lloyd

for AutoLiquidator.com 

Rookie drivers

If you are looking to buy a vehicle for the first time, or if you are looking for a first car for somebody else, there are some cars that help the transition into the driving world better than others. Reliability and safety are two very important factors for new drivers, and handling, technology and style are also pretty important. The best car deals are the ones that will get you what you need for a low price.

First time car buyers are usually younger people, and younger people are more inclined to take risks, and less inclined to repair and maintain their cars. That's why dependable and safe cars are very necessary. Young people generally cannot afford expensive new cars, so finding solid cheap used cars is almost always the best choice.

The standouts

Nissan Embraces New Connected Car Technology

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Nissan CEO, Carlos Ghosn, recently unveiled a series of major initiatives in automotive communications technology, offering drivers breakthroughs in safe access to connected services and content.

In announcing the collaboration with technology innovators such as Google^®, Pandora^® Radio and Intel^® at the New York International Auto Show, Ghosn said Nissan was determined to introduce class-leading connected content and services to drivers and passengers around the world in a way that does not distract the driver.

Nissan's Three Pioneering Technologies:

2012 Nissan NV - Specs and Pics

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Introduced in mid-2011 as a 2012 model, the Nissan NV is available in three innovative versions, NV1500, NV2500 HD and NV3500 HD, and in two roof configurations – Standard Roof and High Roof.

Powering the rear-wheel drive Nissan NV is a choice of two powerful yet fuel-efficient engines – a 4.0-liter V6 and 5.6-liter V8. Both will be mated to a standard 5-speed automatic transmission.
First and foremost a tough workhorse, the Nissan NV provides exceptional utility, thanks to a long, wide cargo floor, square-top wheelwell housings and nearly vertical sidewalls. Along with maximizing cargo space, the sidewalls accommodate aftermarket storage systems without excessive modification. The cargo area also features a full-length inner panel to prevent cargo from denting the vehicle’s outer skin (SV models). There are also multiple integrated reinforced attachment points for mounting customization equipment.

Key highlights of the 2012 Nissan NV include:

Nissan Working on Plug-In Hybrids; Diesels for US not so much

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The CEO of Nissan, Carlos Ghosn, thinks he’s seen the future—and it’s filled with electric cars, some with range-extending gasoline engines. Before we arrive at Ghosn’s utopian era, Nissan will offer more transitional products: A new Altima hybrid is in the pipes, as is plug-in hybrid tech in general. “Plug-in hybrid technology is a promising path. Clearly we are working on it,” Pierre Loing, Nissan’s VP for product strategy and planning told us in a recent interview.

Toyota and Boys & Girls Clubs of America Announce National Partnership

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Toyota and Boys & Girls Clubs of America Announce National Partnership to Help Combat America’s High School Dropout Crisis

Toyota and Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) recently announced a national partnership through the establishment of a college readiness initiative, which will help fund youth education and improve high school graduation rates. As a founding sponsor of D2D - Diplomas to Degrees, Toyota is providing a $1.5 million grant over three years to help provide tools, resources and support to Boys & Girls Club teens to help prepare them to move from high school to college graduation.

2013 Scion FR-S Pricing and Specs

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Scion Announces Pricing for its 2013 FR-S Sports Car

• Rear-Wheel Drive Sports Car starts at $24,200
• Low center of gravity and lightweight design achieves a “Pure Balance”
• World’s first boxer engine to utilize Toyota’s D-4S direct and port injection system
• FR-S comes standard with complimentary Scion Service Boost

Scion recently announced pricing for its 2013 FR-S compact rear-wheel drive sports car. The FR-S starts with a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of $24,200 when equipped with a six-speed manual transmission, and $25,300 when equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission that features paddle shifters and rev-match technology. The high-performance coupe is the fifth model to join the Scion family and will go on sale this spring.

Nissan - NYC's Taxi of Tomorrow

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When a taxi is at the center of technology news, you know you have something special. That’s what NYC, its mayor, and Nissan are hoping as they continue to press forward with promoting the Taxi of Tomorrow campaign which will replace the aging fleet of New York City cabs with shiny new advanced Nissan NV vans. Here’s the skinny…

Prius C: Fastest selling car in America

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According to Edmunds.com’s analysis of March sales and inventory numbers, the Toyota Prius C hybrid car, is the fastest selling car in America right now. The Prius C, the newest, smallest and least expensive member of the Toyota Prius hybrid family, barely has time to dirty its tires because the Prius C, which starts at $19,000, stays on the dealership lot only about eight days until a buyer drives it away.

2012 Nissan Altima Model Year-End Clearance

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The 2012 Model Year End Clearnace Event is already in progress. In addition to hefty discounts, there is also special financing available with approved credit. Don't wait - get yours while the selection is good!

The Altima pictured above is priced at just over $18k and there are several others for the same price. Check out our in-stock Altima inventory: http://bit.ly/Hxw7jL