Author: Leslie Massey, Gazette Automotive
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Penkhus team rises to the top among Volvo Service Crews
Volvo Cars, recently announced the winners of their VISTA, (Volvo International Service Training Award), Training Competition and one outstanding service team from Colorado Springs is among them. Eric Conrad and Michael Neely, a team from Bob Penkhus Volvo, was part of the top 30 teams of Volvo service professionals from the U.S. and Canada to…
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ValuCar offers an abundance of value for budget-minded buyers
The Phil Long family of dealerships have been a trusted source for auto buying in Colorado Springs, Monument, Manitou Springs and Castle Rock for 70 years. Decorated World War II soldier Philip Long joined his partner R. Doenges, in launching Doenges-Long Ford in 1945. Years later Long bought out Doenges, and in 1975 Colorado-native Jay…
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2015 Chevrolet Camaro LT: Old-school muscle car with cutting-edge advances
Thanks to features incorporated in 2014, Chevy went into 2015 focused on style, performance and efficiency, the fundamentals that made Camaro the segment’s best seller four years running, as well as Chevrolet America’s best-selling brand of performance cars. The muscle car is all about design, performance and full-bodied engines. With only a small number of…
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Chevy Impala: Well-equipped to haul the whole crew comfortably
Since its broad redesign in 2014, Chevy’s 5-passenger sedan has developed an allure for family’s seeking a well-equipped hauler that can tote the entire gang around comfortably, with an economical budget. The 2016 Chevrolet Impala is thoughtfully designed, high-tech, with admirable efficiency and gives car buyers a strong contender in this class. Increasing its connectivity…
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2015 Volkswagen Golf GTI: Original hot-hatch gets more dynamic
Improving on their timeless formula, Volkswagen’s new seventh-generation Golf GTI is bigger, lighter, faster, and more fuel efficient than ever. Available in a two-door or four-door, there’s plenty of room for five travelers and greater cargo space than a mid-size sedan. Named the 2015 North American Car of the Year, the Golf and Golf GTI were…
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2015 Pikes Peak International Auto Show
The Pikes Peak International Auto Show is gearing up for another great year at the The Broadmoor World Arena. Colorado Springs Sports Corp. has partnered with the Colorado Springs Auto Dealers Association to assemble new car dealers from the Pikes Peak region to feature the newest 2015 models and 2016 sneak peeks, including cars, trucks,…
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2016 Chevrolet Trax: Turbocharged sub-compact SUV packed with purpose
With a turbocharged engine and notable fuel economy, the 2016 Chevrolet Trax combines small-car agility with the utility and convenience of an SUV. Fitting into Chevy’s lineup just below the mid-size Equinox, the Trax first came to the U.S. in 2015 after a few years marketed out of the country. Trax delivers an adventurous exterior…
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Turbocharged sub-compact SUV packed with purpose
With a turbocharged engine and notable fuel economy, the 2016 Chevrolet Trax combines small-car agility with the utility and convenience of an SUV. Fitting into Chevy’s lineup just below the mid-size Equinox, the Trax first came to the U.S. in 2015 after a few years marketed out of the country. Trax delivers an adventurous exterior…
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2016 Mitsubishi Outlander GT
Not just redesigned, but also re-engineered for 2016, the Mitsubishi Outlander offers a profound choice for the small crossover segment. A fresh, more athletic appearance ties seamlessly to the sportier and more adventurous performance, and is still offered at a great price. “The starting price for the 2016 Outlander is actually $200 less than the…