Tuesday, June 8, 2010

2010 Chevrolet Equinox Earns Top Safety Pick Award

The 2010 Chevrolet Equinox received the highest possible rollover protection rating of “Good” in the first Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) rollover tests of midsize SUVs and crossovers, one of four tests leading to the Institute’s Top Safety Pick award. Drive the Equinox today at Titus-Will Chevrolet in the Olympia Auto Mall.

“The Top Safety award recognizes vehicles that are on the top rung for safety,” said IIHS president Adrian Lund. “The Equinox is in an elite group of vehicles that have achieved the highest ratings for front, side, rollover, and rear crash protection, and that have electronic stability control to help drivers avoid serious crashes.”

The 2010 Equinox offers standard four-wheel disc brakes, traction control and StabiliTrak electronic stability control with rollover mitigation. In addition, Equinox offers six standard air bags: dual frontal air bags, head curtain side air bags and seat-mounted side air bags.

“Equinox is a great example of Chevrolet’s comprehensive safety approach that’s designed to offer peace of mind and keep drivers as safe as possible on the road,” said Jeff Boyer, General Motors executive director of Safety. “This includes technologies to help drivers avoid crashes, features to protect occupants in the event of a crash and systems that get the right kind of help to the scene as quickly as possible.”

The 2010 Equinox has also received the highest possible five-star front- and side-impact ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, one of five 2010 Chevrolet models to earn five-star crash ratings.

If you live in Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, Tacoma, Lakewood, Puyallup, Fort Lewis, Yelm, Aberdeen, Shelton, Chehalis, or Centralia, Titus-Will Chevrolet in the Olympia Auto Mall is where you will find the best deals on a new and certified pre-owned Chevrolets, including the Equinox. Titus-Will Chevrolet is located in the back of the Olympia Auto Mall--look for the GIANT American Flag. It's worth the drive to the Olympia Auto Mall.

Interested in seeing the Equniox up close? Call 1-866-965-AUTO or visit TitusWillCars.com to chat live with one of our super friendly sales assistants.

Monday, June 7, 2010

Titus-Will Proudly Offers Military Discounts - M.I.L.E.S. & USAA Certified


Welcome Home Fort Lewis Personnel! The biggest military discounts on a new or used vehicle are at Titus-Will Cars in Lacey and Olympia. If you are in the military and looking for the lowest prices on a car, truck, or SUV, it’s worth the 15 minute drive to Titus-Will.

Looking for a used car Ft. Lewis? Titus-Will, Washington's largest new and used car automotive group proudly serves those who serve our country by offering military discounts for sales and service. We are M.I.L.E.S. and USAA certified. We also offer bad credit auto loans.

Titus-Will has four hassle-free locations in the Olympia area, just 15 minutes south of Fort Lewis. Our closest locations to Fort Lewis, on Martin Way and in Lacey at the round-a-bout, have a huge selection of used vehicles of all makes and models under $10,000 and do a lot of business with military personnel and family members. Our Olympia Auto Mall locations feature not only used, but a complete selection of all GM brands (Chevy, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac) along with the hot-selling Hyundai brand.

The selection at Titus-Will is bigger than any used car dealer you will find on South Tacoma Way. The South Tacoma Auto Way used car dealers can’t provide the selection or service that Titus-Will Cars can. Our super-friendly car pros will help you find the right vehicle to suit your needs and your budget. Our track record for getting military personnel and family members financed is excellent.

The selection in Parkland can’t compare to Titus-Will. Used Chevrolet, used Honda, used Toyota, used Nissan, used Ford, used everything! The military discounts at Titus-Will are huge and worth driving the extra few minutes.

Looking for used cars Fort Lewis? Titus Will is a MILES and USAA certified dealer and offers military financing and military discounts to Fort Lewis personnel and their families. We invite Ft. Lewis and McChord Air Force Base to check out our huge inventory of new and used cars starting at just $500. Yes, you can buy a car from Titus-Will!

Titus-Will Cars is MILES program certified. MILES Program provides guidance and assistance to our Service Member customers throughout the entire car buying process. MILES is a leading auto loan provider exclusively for active duty military members and only finance quality vehicles that are affordable for our service member customers.

We offer competitive fixed rates and manageable payments. Our loan approval process is simple and quick. If you are in need of a car loan for a new or used vehicle contact Titus-Will Cars today and get pre-approved.

Titus-Will Cars is USAA Certified. USAA is a full financial services company that proudly serves the military and their families and provides planning, insurance, investments, and banking products to members of the U.S. military and their families. USAA membership is a privilege earned by those in uniform - and it's a privilege that can be handed down to their children. For those currently serving, or who have served, we specialize in understanding your financial needs, from deployment to military retirement.
 
Many Titus-Will employees are former military and have family serving currently. We couldn't be more proud of our troops and happily offer discounts on vehicles and vehicle services. Special thanks to the 5-2 Stryker brigade!

Click HERE to watch a short video about Titus-Will's commitment to helping our troops.


Cadillac Ranked First In Vehicle Satisfaction By Autopacific Consumer Surveys

Olympia! Tacoma! Lakewood! Cadillac was selected as the top brand in overall vehicle satisfaction in a survey of new vehicle buyers released today. AutoPacific’s 2010 Vehicle Satisfaction Awards, generated from the experiences of actual new car and truck owners, named Cadillac as Top Brand for the third consecutive year. Titus-Will Cadillac in the Olympia Auto Mall is Thurston County's only Cadillac dealer and attracts many customers from Tacoma, Fife, and Lakewood, WA.

The Vehicle Satisfaction Award (VSA) objectively measures how satisfied owners are with their new car or light truck. It reflects the opinions of more than 42,000 consumers nationwide.

“This award has special meaning for Cadillac because it’s based on customer impressions,” said Don Butler, vice president for Cadillac marketing. ”Cadillac’s third-straight ranking at the top shows that we are consistently meeting and exceeding the expectations of the people who know our products best.”

In addition to Cadillac’s overall award, the Cadillac Escalade was the VSA category winner in the Luxury Sport Utility segment. It also was the third straight year that Escalade topped its category. Cadillac's models include the Escalade Hybrid, SRX, DTS, CTS Sedan, and CTS Wagon.

AutoPacific’s research measures owner satisfaction across specific areas related to a vehicle's operation, comfort, safety and the overall purchase/lease experience. The 2010 ratings reflect input from buyers and lessees of new vehicles acquired September through December 2009. AutoPacific is an automotive market research and consulting firm that publishes a variety of studies annually on the industry.

If you live in Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, Tacoma, Fife, Lakewood, Puyallup, Fort Lewis, Yelm, Aberdeen, Shelton, Chehalis, or Centralia, Titus-Will Cadillac in the Olympia Auto Mall is where you will find the best deals on a new or certified pre-owned Cadillacs. Titus-Will Cadillac is located at the in the back of the Olympia Auto Mall in the same building at Titus-Will Chevrolet, Titus-Will Buick, and Titus-Will GMC. It's worth the drive to the Olympia Auto Mall.

Test drive a Cadillac today! Call 1-866-965-AUTO or visit TitusWillCars.com to chat live with one of our super friendly sales assistants

Equus will Showcase Hyundai’s Approach toward Intelligent Luxury


Olympia! Tacoma! Hyundai aims to break down the barriers of owning a luxury car with the introduction of its all-new flagship, the 2011 Equus. Equus will compete with the best luxury sedans in the world on all levels including amenities, performance, advanced technologies, design and ownership experience when it arrives at Titus-Will Hyundai in the Olympia Auto Mall late this summer. The Equus will directly compete with the Lexus LS 460 and Mercedes-Benz S550.

“Equus takes Hyundai’s formula for intelligent luxury to a new level,” said John Krafcik, president and CEO, Hyundai Motor America. “We’ve applied the lessons in engineering excellence we’ve learned with Genesis to the Equus, while adding a new level of customer experience that will further differentiate our take on luxury from the traditional premium brands.”

Equus broadens Hyundai’s lineup of premium vehicles and like Genesis, is built on Hyundai’s world-class rear-wheel-drive architecture. It is powered by the award-winning 4.6-liter Tau® V8. The Tau inside the Equus will produce an estimated 385 horsepower using premium fuel and 378 horsepower using regular fuel. With technology rivaling more expensive luxury sedans, Equus showcases features such as a lane departure warning system, electronic air suspension, smart cruise control and a Lexicon® audio system.

PREMIUM REAR-WHEEL-DRIVE ARCHITECTURE

When Genesis was introduced, Hyundai promised that its rear-wheel-drive architecture would spawn more products in other segments. Equus is the third of those products, this time riding on a lengthened Genesis architecture. Equus is 7.2 inches longer (203.1 inches vs. 195.9 inches) than Genesis. Equus boasts an excellent 52/48 front-to-rear weight distribution for exceptional handling and more refined steering characteristics.

Equus reduces interior noise levels and improves ride and handling with a stiff, light weight body structure. The use of high-tensile steel in critical areas in the unibody provides Equus with significantly higher dynamic torsional rigidity and a lower body structure weight despite having a spacious interior cabin.

WORLD-CLASS TAU V8

Headlining the Equus’ performance capabilities is Hyundai’s Tau 4.6-liter V8 engine, a two-time Ward’s 10 Best Engine winner, mated to a ZF 6-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC® manual control. The Tau V8 delivers an estimated 385 horsepower and 333 lb-ft of torque (378 horsepower and 324 lb-ft using regular fuel) to fit the demands of luxury consumers. This powertrain combination will launch Equus to 60 miles per hour in less than 6.4 seconds. On premium fuel, the Tau V8 produces more horsepower than the powerplants found in the Lexus LS460, Mercedes-Benz S550, and Audi A8 and nearly the same power as these competitors on regular fuel.

LUXURY SEDAN STYLE WITH ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES

The design of the Equus is handsome and pleasing to the eye. The rear-end treatment is progressive with bold taillights, strong shoulders and an overall look of precision. This look is accomplished through fully-integrated asymmetrical exhaust tips and rear LED turn signal indicators. The side silhouette is refined, with character lines that accent the rear fenders. Up front is a subtle horizontal radiator grille and well-proportioned headlamps with jeweled detailing. LED turn signals are inside the HID headlamps along with an adaptive front lighting system with white LED position lamps. The lower air intakes are bold and add to the positive reaction of the overall design. To assist in parking, and navigating blind corners and alleys in urban driving, there is an optional forward-view cornering camera integrated into the grille.

CUTTING EDGE HUMAN TECHNOLOGY

The busy executive as well as the couple heading out on the town will feel right at home in the 2011 Equus due to abundant luxury touches and passenger comfort features. This ambience begins with superior quality of materials and design layout. The leather upholstery, Alcantara® headliner, natural wood trim and leather-wrapped French-stitched instrument panel showcase the richness of the Equus interior.

The seats are designed with adjustable driver thigh support, plenty of width, great range of adjustment, and heated and cooled functionality. Thermoelectric devices located in the seat backs and bottom cushions provide control for heating, cooling and humidity. There is ample leg and head room for drivers over six-feet tall and an optional massaging driver seat. In fact, Equus has more leg, head and shoulder room in the front and rear seats than the Lexus LS460.

The driver’s cockpit boasts an abundance of features and premium services. The Driver Information System (DIS) provides navigation, XM Satellite Radio, HD Radio technology, hands-free Bluetooth telephone system and much more.

ELECTRONICALLY-CONTROLLED AIR SUSPENSION

Driving dynamics are a critical element in every luxury sedan, and the Equus offers first-rate ride and handling characteristics without traditional compromises. Equus’ electronically controlled air suspension meets the challenge of the wide variety of road surfaces drivers face everyday. For drivers who enjoy a firm ride and more stability when cornering there is a sport setting with additional body control. For customers who wish their ride to be a little on the softer side there is a normal setting for more ride compliance.

In urban areas, the Equus is easy to maneuver and park, thanks to excellent steering and its electronic parking assist feature. While the Equus is large, it doesn't feel over-sized or clumsy, that’s due to its 37.7 foot turning circle and variable-effort steering system.

On winding country and mountain roads, Equus benefits from the precise wheel control delivered by its five-link front and rear suspension geometry. This geometry is maximized through Continuous Damping Control (CDC) which continually monitors road and driving dynamics and adjusts damping force accordingly. The standard 19-inch chrome alloy wheel and tire package with staggered width (P245/45R19 front P275/40R19 rear) tires offers excellent gripping power and precise control.

NEW TECHNOLOGIES DELIVER UNCOMPROMISED SAFETY PERFORMANCE

Maintaining Hyundai's emphasis on delivering leading safety technology, Equus boasts world-class active and passive safety features to help prevent accidents, and maximize the well-being of its occupants in the event of a collision. The Equus continues the Hyundai tradition of offering key safety technologies, with features such as Electronic Stability Control (ESC), nine airbags, electronic active head restraints, lane departure warning system and smart cruise control. Equus even has a Vehicle Stability Management system (VSM) that optimally manages ESC, the electronic parking brake, smart cruise control and the seatbelt tensioning system for optimal safety.

Equus' total of nine airbags include advanced dual front airbags, front and rear seat-mounted side-impact airbags, roof-mounted side curtain airbags for both front and rear outboard seat occupants and a driver’s knee airbag.

Hyundai’s lane departure warning system offers a warning light and chime after a one- second lane departure, and adds a haptic warning via the seatbelt after a three second lane departure.

Smart cruise control automatically manages the Equus’ speed through the braking and throttle systems to maintain a specified following distance selected by the driver.

The electronic parking brake with automatic vehicle hold enables the parking brake to hold the vehicle automatically when the vehicle stops, and deactivates as soon as the gas pedal is pressed.

Equus has an optional camera located on the front grille and a standard camera on the rear decklid. These cameras help detect how close objects are when parking. Distance is indicated on the in-dash LCD monitor.

Equus is brought to a halt by large four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes with Brake Assist and Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD). The 13.6-inch front rotors have four-piston fixed calipers and the rear brakes feature 12.4-inch rotors with single floating piston calipers.

LEXICON® AUDIO SYSTEMS TEAM WITH XM, HD RADIO™, AND APPLE TO OFFER UNRIVALED AUDIO PERFORMANCE AND CHOICE

Hyundai Genesis and Equus offer a Lexicon-branded state-of-the-art audio system featuring LOGIC 7® technology. The Lexicon surround sound audio system includes a 13-channel digital amplifier and 17 speakers producing 608 watts of sound in 7.1 discrete surround sound audio. Equus also offers the clarity of digital HD Radio technology, XM Satellite Radio and iPod®/USB integration.

PRICING

The Equus will launch with a starting price in the mid $50,000 range.

The 2011 Hyundai Equus will not be available at all Hyundai dealerships. Only select stores, like Titus-Will Hyundai in the Olympia Auto Mall, will carry this amazing new car. If you live in Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, Tacoma, Lakewood, Puyallup, Fort Lewis, Yelm, Aberdeen, Shelton, Chehalis, or Centralia, Titus-Will Hyundai in the Olympia Auto Mall is where you will find the best deals on a new and certified pre-owned Hyundais, including the Equus. Titus-Will Hyundai is located at the entrance of the Olympia Auto Mall in the former Saturn of Olympia building. It's worth the drive to the Olympia Auto Mall.

Interested in seeing the Equus when it arrives in late Summer? Call 1-866-965-AUTO or visit TitusWillCars.com to chat live with one of our super friendly sales assistants.



GMC Sierra HD Leads the Segment in Towing and Payload Ratings

Olympia! GMC announced today that the new 2011 GMC Sierra heavy-duty pickups have increased towing and payload ratings through ongoing development and testing, making them the most capable and powerful heavy-duty pickups in the segment. The ratings have been increased to 21,700 pounds of towing and 6,635 pounds of payload. Come test drive a GMC Sierra at Titus-Will GMC in the Olympia Auto Mall.

“When developing the Sierra HD our focus has consistently been to deliver customers the most capable heavy-duty trucks in the market, along with premium features and styling that distinguish GMC amongst the competition,” said Rick Spina, GM Full-size Truck global vehicle line executive. “Our first set of capability tests confirmed that the team had exceeded the payload and towing targets by a significant margin. Ongoing testing demonstrated a clear opportunity to increase the true capabilities of these trucks.”

The GMC Sierra HD engineering team was able to achieve the increase in towing capacity to 21,700 by putting the Sierra HD through a wide variety of tests over various terrains, grades and weather conditions. Extensive design and lab analysis, climatic wind tunnel testing, and actual on-road extreme ride and handling testing methods were all used to confirm stable handling and performance of the powertrain, drivetrain and brake components at maximum gross combined weight rating (GCWR). The GCWR is increased to 29,200 pounds.

To achieve the increased payload capacity, engineers used higher strength steel for the cargo box sills. The team conducted a significant amount of testing where maximum payloads tested the stronger cargo box and rear axle components. The maximum payload rating has been increased to 6,635 pounds.

“We encourage consumers to test drive the Sierra HD against the competition,” said Spina. “Based on our test results, we are confident our HDs will prove to be the best choice for real-world towing and hauling needs.”

For the first time ever, GMC will be offering the exclusive Denali line in our heavy-duty pickups with the Sierra Denali 2500 and 3500 HDs. The Denali version is distinguished by its iconic four-bar, chrome grille with round air inlets, along with body-color bumpers, chrome door handles, chrome accents and and 17- (Dually), 18- and 20-inch polished forged aluminum wheels.

The GMC Sierra HD is the segment leader in diesel horsepower and torque (397hp, 765 lb-ft), conventional towing (17,000 lbs.), 5th-wheel towing (21,700 lbs.), payload (6,635 lbs.) and maximum GCWR (29,200 lbs.). Production for the Sierra HD begins next week at Flint Assembly in Flint, MI and customers can expect to start seeing the heavy-duty trucks on dealer lots shortly thereafter.

Titus-Will GMC in the Olympia Auto Mall knows trucks. Our experts will help you find the right truck to suit your needs and budget. If you live in Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, Yelm, Lakewood, Tacoma, Puyallup, Shelton, Aberdeen, Chehalis, or Centralia, Titus-Will GMC in the Olympia Auto Mall is where you will find the lowest prices on the entire GMC line-up as well as a huge selection of certified pre-owned GM vehicles and used cars, trucks, and SUV's of all makes and models. Titus-Will GMC is located at the in the back of the Olympia Auto Mall in the same building at Titus-Will Chevrolet, Titus-Will Buick, and Titus-Will Cadillac. It's worth the drive to the Olympia Auto Mall.

Call 1-866-965-AUTO or visit TitusWillCars.com to chat live with one of our super friendly sales assistants.

Buick Named Top Popular Brand in AutoPacific’s 2010 Vehicle Satisfaction Awards

Attention Olympia Residents:

Buick was recognized as the top-rated popular brand in AutoPacific’s 2010 Vehicle Satisfaction Awards announced Thursday. The Vehicle Satisfaction Awards are unique because they are based on owner’s overall satisfaction with their vehicle. Come test drive a Buick at Titus-Will Buick in the Olympia Auto Mall.

"We are excited to be named the top popular brand in AutoPacific’s 2010 Vehicle Satisfaction Awards,” said Roger McCormack, director of marketing for Buick. “This recognition is important to us because it is based on our owner’s satisfaction with their vehicles, and this award is proof that our efforts to continuously improve our vehicles are paying off.”

The LaCrosse was the second-highest ranked vehicle by owners in the premium mid-size car segment, and the Enclave and Lucerne ranked in the top five vehicles in the luxury crossover SUV and large car segments.

The 2010 Vehicle Satisfactions Awards are determined by more than 42,000 surveys that are completed by owners of new cars and light trucks in the United States in the first quarter of 2010. As an industry benchmark, the study measures overall satisfaction an owner has with their vehicle. AutoPacific is a Southern California-based market research firm.

Buick is currently in the midst of a modern brand transformation that is defined by Buick’s brand characteristics including sculpted designs, luxurious interiors, quality, premium technology and refined performance. The LaCrosse is continuing the momentum started by the Enclave and the Regal sports sedan is poised to extend the Buick line-up. Buick has experienced seven consecutive months of year-over-year sales increases.

If you are looking at a Ford in Olympia, a Toyota in Olympia, a Nissan in Olympia, or even a Honda in Olympia, you must test drive a Buick at Titus-Will Buick before you buy. You will be amazed at how much Buick has improved over the last few years. In fact, Buick is now the #1 brand in China!

If you live in Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, Tacoma, Lakewood, Puyallup, Fort Lewis, Yelm, Aberdeen, Shelton, Chehalis, or Centralia, Titus-Will Buick in the Olympia Auto Mall is where you will find the best deals on a new or certified pre-owned Buicks. Titus-Will Buick is located at the in the back of the Olympia Auto Mall in the same building at Titus-Will Chevrolet, Titus-Will GMC, and Titus-Will Cadillac. It's worth the drive to the Olympia Auto Mall.

Call 1-866-965-AUTO or visit TitusWillCars.com to chat live with one of our super friendly sales assistants.


Hyundai Tucson and Santa Fe Recognized For Affordable Insurance

Attention Olympia, WA:

Hyundai’s 2010 Tucson and 2010 Santa Fe both received Insure.com’s “Low Cost Car Insurance Award,” extending Hyundai’s value story beyond purchase price, and into the overall cost of ownership. Insure.com surveyed average rates for more than 2,400 vehicles for the 2010 model year, awarding the 10 least expensive vehicles to insure in each of four categories: Cars, SUVs, Trucks, and Vans.

“When you add the full suite of consumer protection offered under Hyundai Assurance, including our industry-leading warranty, roadside assistance, and job-loss protection program, to the reduced cost of ownership derived from our fuel economy leadership, low maintenance and insurance costs, the Hyundai value proposition has never been stronger,” said Barry Ratzlaff, director of service operations, Hyundai Motor America. “In addition, there’s no doubt that our commitment to standardizing life-saving technologies across our lineup contributes to the favorable insurance rates."

The 2010 Tucson and 2010 Santa Fe rang in at numbers four and six respectively as the cheapest vehicles to insure in the SUV category. You can see the full list of award winners at Insure.com.
 “Your own personal car insurance quotes are built on a variety of factors, including where you live, your age and your driving record,” said Insure.com editors. “And when it comes to buying collision and comprehensive insurance, your vehicle choice plays a pivotal role.”

The all-new 2010 Tucson strikes a stark contrast from its predecessor and improves in every functional area, from its roomier cabin with extra cargo space to its leap in fuel economy and technology. Tucson features the company’s “Fluidic Sculpture” design language and is the first Hyundai CUV (Crossover Utility Vehicle) to be designed and engineered in Europe at Hyundai’s Frankfurt-based design and technical centers.

Making its second appearance on Insure.com’s Low Cost Car Insurance list, Hyundai’s 2010 Santa Fe features a revised exterior and new powertrains with six-speed transmission which improve both fuel economy and vehicle performance. The 2010 model showcases refined design, proven dependability, versatility and an extensive list of standard features.

Olympia, If you're considering a Honda or a Toyota, you gotta check out Titus-Will Hyundai in the Olympia Auto Mall. According to a J.D. Power study, Hyundai ranks higher than both Honda or Toyota in quality. In fact, Hyundai is the #1 non-premium brand and #3 overall (Porche and Lexus are #1 and #2, respectively). Hyundai has a better warranty (10-Year, 100,000-Mile Powertrain) and costs less than both Honda and Toyota. If you live in Tacoma, Lakewood, Fort Lewis, Yelm, Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, Shelton, Aberdeen, Chehalis, or Centralia, Titus-Will Hyundai in the Olympia Auto Mall is where you will find the best deals on a new or certified pre-owned Hyundai. Titus-Will Hyundai is located at the entrance of the Olympia Auto Mall in the former Saturn of Olympia building. It's worth the drive to the Olympia Auto Mall.

Call 1-866-965-AUTO or visit TitusWillCars.com to chat live with one of our super friendly sales assistants.