Jeep to Hit 1 Million Target

Jeep is expecting to sell 1 million vehicles worldwide in 2014, and so far they are on track to do so. As of September, Jeep has sold 747,000 vehicles this year. If they meet their 1 million goal, sales would have increase 37 percent from last year. Jeep is proud that sales have increased for every vehicle in the brand. The company continues to grow incredibly and hopes that with the sales of the new Cherokee and Renegade, their 1 million mark will be reached in the last few months of 2014. If you would like to help Jeep reach their goal, come into Joey Accardi to see what awesome vehicles we have to offer!

Dodge Gives Back

Dodge auctioned off a 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat at the Barrett-Jackson auction. The vehicle was the first SRT Hellcat off the production line. The winning bid was $820,000 and all of it is going to a not-for-profit organization. The Opportunity Village organization helps people with intellectual disabilities in the Las Vegas area. Way to go Dodge! For more awesome Dodge vehicles come into Joey Accardi!

To Lease or Buy, That is the Question

When deciding to purchase or lease a vehicle, it is important to reflect upon one’s lifestyle. Do you drive a lot for your business, maybe you need a vehicle to chauffeur clients, or are you simply traveling to work and maybe the grocery store. These are all necessary questions to consider.

Leasing:

• Lower monthly payments
• Lower repair costs
• New car every two to four years
• Less maintenance required

Leasing a vehicle is going to be the more costly route in the long run. But if you prefer driving a newer and more expensive vehicle, while paying a lower monthly payment, it may be the right decision. Most leasing contracts have a mileage limit that require you to pay by the mile if you go over. In some cases, you may have to pay more when returning the vehicle if the wear and tear is more than allowed in the contract.

Buying:

• Maintenance required per certain miles exceeded
• Higher costs up front
• Higher monthly payments

Those who chose to purchase a vehicle are usually those who plan to really get some use out of it. Owning the vehicle means you are free to add accessories, give it a paint job, or add some flashy tires.

Enlighten Me on Going Electric

The push to go green is stronger than ever as we begin to notice the damage left by our footprints. If you recently bought a new vehicle, you probably briefly considered buying an electric vehicle, but brushed that thought aside when you mulled over the cons. Common myths about electric vehicles include: they have a short range, they are expensive, and the time it takes to charge is inconvenient. The truth is, the typical American driver travels less than 40 miles a day, a small portion of the 100 mile range covered by most electric vehicles. When it comes to price, it is no lie that you will pay more upfront for an electric vehicle, but you must factor in the long run costs. A plug-in driver can save between $700-$1600  each year by eliminating fuel consumption. That adds up, and the fact of the matter is you will be saving money with a plug-in. Lastly, with a little bit of planning, charging your vehicle should not be a problem. An EV can easily reach a full charge overnight. And each day, more and more public charge stations are appearing at businesses and public entities. This means you can charge while you’re at work, shopping, or while your kids play at the park. Owning an electric vehicle is something to feel good about. With car brands introducing EVs each year, there is surely a vehicle that will fit your lifestyle and budget!