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Germs

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According to a recent study the gas pump is proven to be the dirtiest place you touch. According to The Los Angeles Times, the doctor’s research results show 71 percent of gas pump handles are “highly contaminated’ with the kinds of germs most associated with a high risk of illness.” It looks like Oregon has the right idea about not having their citizens pump gas for themselves. Other highly-contaminated items we encounter on an everyday basis include public mailboxes, ATM machines and escalators. Now, before you run off and buy an electric car to avoid germ-covered gas pumps Maybe you should just keep a can of disinfectant wipes in the car. It’d be cheaper, at least. Unless it’s the nice new Chevrolet Volt!

2013 Chevy Cruze Gets Diesel Engine

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It was announced the 2013 Chevy Cruzewill be manufactured at the Lordstown, Ohio plant. GM is slated to retool the facility’s body shop and assembly line next year through a $5.5-million investment, according to Tom Mock, a spokesman for GM. The diesel Chevrolet Cruze is set to arrive in 2013, and though GM hasn’t released any official power plant decisions or fuel-economy estimates as of yet, the vehicle is expected to return somewhere around 50 miles per gallon when it arrives. You can’t argue with that 50 miles to the gallon sounds good to me. This is the first legitimate diesel passenger car effort from a domestic manufacturer in years, and rumors indicate the vehicle will come boasting a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder diesel with around 147 horsepower and 235 pound-feet of torque. Not to shabby be sure to check out gamblin motors when the vehicle is released.  What we are really excited to see with this new Diesel is the EPA Gas Mileage Numbers!

Chevrolet Camaro ZL1

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                There hasn’t been much said or released from Chevrolet’s crew about making the new 2012 CamaroZL1. Ladies and gentlemen the wait is over and now some details are out. The model will reportedly arrive with a blistering 580 horsepower and 556 pound-feet of torque under its wide hood. Also there will be two wheel options will be available, including a five-spoke and a 10-spoke design, and buyers can pick from a total of nine colors. A six-speed manual gearbox is standard equipment, though a six-speed automatic will also be available for those buyers who wish to leave the cog-swapping to the car. The situation with the gauges is there will be the same 4 pack console gauges as the SS model. Sound like a good deal to check out and consider. Check out our Olympia area Chevy dealer early 2012 for the release of this car.

Seattle Chevrolet Sonic Give Away

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Well if you have been looking at the new Chevrolet Sonic now is your chance to get one for free. On November 5th Chevy is putting on a scavenger hunt for any Chevrolet customer to come down to Seattle and participate in the virtual scavenger hunt for the Chevy Sonic. Participants get there clues via cell phone and through the app which is available on the iphone and android market. Chevrolet and Google are teaming up now to make a series of fun challenges for Seattle residents and so there are some chances to win. the app’s name is ‘scvngr.’ And you have to remember that it is a win-win situation even if you don’t get the car. All the participants are helping raise awareness for the American Cancer Society. And hey it’s a fundraiser so it will be fun win or lose! But if you win your saving 14,495 dollars so they should motivate you to try to pull the win off! Seattle is 1 of 27 cities to participate in the ‘Sonic Adventures.’ Let the games begin!

participate in the virtual scavenger hunt for the Chevy Sonic. Participants get there clues via cell phone and through the app which is available on the iphone and android market. Chevrolet and Google are teaming up now to make a series of fun challenges forSeattle residents and so there are some chances to win. the app’s name is ‘scvngr.’ And you have to remember that it is a win-win situation still even if you don’t get the car. All the participants are helping raise awareness for the American Cancer Society. And hey it’s a fundraiser so it will be fun win or lose! But if you win your saving 14,495 dollars so they should motivate you to try to pull the win off!Seattle is 1 of 27 cities to participate in the ‘Sonic Adventures.’ Let the games begin! Art Gamblin Motors is proud to be a supporting Seattle Chevrolet Dealer.

Art Gamblin Motors Announces New Look For Chevrolet Dealership

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Art Gamblin MotorsArt Gamblin Motors is pleased to announce an image upgrade to their Chevrolet and Buick dealership in Enumclaw.  This remodel will consist of integrating a new Chevrolet entry with new interior flooring and finishes.  A new drive-in Service Reception area will be constructed which will allow service customers to keep out of the wind and rain when bringing in their cars for maintenance and repair.

Gamblin reports that this new look aligns with Chevrolet dealerships across the country.  It promotes a new clean brand image by incorporating aluminum composite materials on the outside of the building with consistent colors and finishes on the inside of  the building.

The owner, Alan Gamblin says, “This undertaking is a big investment, but Chevrolet has a bonus program to reimburse our dealership.  With our Chevy sales up 66% this year we anticipate a full return on our investment over the next four years of the program.  Most people don’t realize that we built this building almost 25 years ago.  Because a lot of thought and planning took place 25 years ago when we built the building, we will be able to continuing to service and sell vehicles during the remodel without any inconvenience to our customers.”

Construction for the update starts the week of October 17th and will take four months to complete.  The contract was awarded to a commercial contractor, Donovan Brothers of Auburn.  Art Gamblin Motors expressed their thanks to the City of Enumclaw for being so helpful with this project.

2013 Chevrolet Malibu Chosen as Debut Car of the New Ecotech Engine

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 Top 10 in 2010. With a title like that, it’s no surprise that Chevrolet Malibu was selected as the car to represent the first Ecotech engine. You need a great car for a great new upcoming engine. This engine they call the Echotech is a 2.5 cylinder engine that puts out 190 HP and 180 LB-FT of torque. Not only does it have speed to get you going places quickly, but it also has a 30 MPG engine that won’t break your bank at the pump! Mike Anderson, a global engineer says ‘The noise intensity is 40% less than our  2.4L direct-injected engine, which was named one Ward’s 10 Best Engines.’ People that have drove the Malibu with or without the new engine says it gives it a more powerful acceleration which is useful for highway driving. I don’t think titles will stop at ‘top 10 in 2010.’ Sounds like in 2013 we could have the best engine ever seen.  So if you are looking for a new Chevrolet in Seattle or a Chevrolet in Tacoma come see us.

GM Invests Big Money for Chevy Mid Size Trucks

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A recent leak of a barley finalized a deal from US automakers about Chevrolet releasing a midsize pickup truck. GM is looking to hire about 1,850 new workers for the occasion of this new pick up that’s set to be made in Wentzville, Missouri.  However with rumors flying about a possible new pickup, that leaves Chevy fans to think if they will release the next generation of the Colorado or GMC Canyon. So what would the Chevrolet community really want? The trucks that have satisfied them in the past or some new wheels on the road? Now this is still unofficial if Chevy has decided to do this or not, but what would you avid Chevy drivers wish to see? When it hits the dealerships be sure to check out Gamblin Motors. Let’s keep our ears to the pavement to see what happens!

Buy a Chevrolet or Buick and Get Insurance for a Year

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Save on Insurance with Chevrolet and Buick Through Metlife

Art Gamblin Motors was chosen by Chevrolet and Buick to pilot a test marketing program, in order to see the program’s viability before being launched across the nation.
The Chevrolet’s insurance initiative program targets the second largest expenditure for an automobile: insurance. From July 6, 2011 through September 6, 2011, anyone living in Washington or Oregon purchasing a new Chevrolet or Buick from Gamblin will receive one year’s worth of automobile insurance through MetLife Auto & Home. General Motors is paying for this coverage regardless of driving record. The customer’s only requirement is to have a valid driver’s license. Alan Gamblin said, “this is an unbelievable value for all our customers. It can save families, like my own,  over $2,000. We are glad that we have been chosen to participate in this program.”
So far the response has been overwhelming. It does not cost Art Gamblin Motors or the customer anything. In fact, customers who have insurance don’t have to participate, but many are adding the policy as a back up to their present coverage. The MetLife Auto policy received isn’t a cut rate policy, but it has coverage’s that every lender in the State of Washington require when financing a new vehicle. Already our sales are increased significantly because of this test program. We expect it to even get better as word gets out.

Other Articles on the Chevrolet and Buick Insurance for A Year

GM Will Insure Anyone with a License. Even Those with DUI’s – insideline.com

GM to Offer Year of Free Car Insurance in Oregon and Washington – Motortrend

GM Offering Free Insurance For a Year with New Vehicle Purchase – Oregon and Washington – Autoblog.com

GM Offering Free Auto Insurance Through September 6 To Oregon and Washington Customers – egmcartech

Transformers Barbeque

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Say the word “Camaro” and most kids think of Bumblee: the famous Transformer.  With the release of Transformers 3 Dark of the Moon, Art Gamblin Motorswanted to have a special showing for its employees and customers.  Art Gamblin Motors coordinated with Calvary Presbyterian Church to reserve the parking lot next to the Enumclaw Chalet Movie Theatre.  The movie was shown at 7:00 PM, but  employees and ther families arrived around 5:30 for the free dinner provided by Rainier Catering.

Gamblin Motors had the Chevrolet Camaro Convertible on hand and a couple of other good looking Chevroletsfor the get together. The weather was perfect and the building provided a nice shaded area for the barbeque.  We were excited with our turn out – we anticipated about 75 people and about 100 showed up for the festivities.

Save Your Gas This Summer

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With fuel prices on the rise this summer, we thought we would share some tips that will make your tank of gas last a little longer.

1. Avoid High Speeds- As your speed increasees, your drag increases. Driving 62 mph vs. 75 mph will reduce fuel consumption by about 15%.

2. Do Not Accelerate or Brake Hard- By anticipating the traffic and applying slow steady acceleration and braking, fuel economy may increase by as much as 20%.

3. Keep Tires Properly Inflated- Keep tire air pressure at the level recommended by your vehicle manufacturer. A single tire under inflated by 2 PSI, increases fuel consumption by 1%. Another option would be inflating your tires using Nitrogen. Nitrofill is a great way to keep your tires properly inflated while extending the life of your tires as well.

4. Use A/C Sparingly- When the air conditioner is on, it puts extra load on the engine forcing about 20% more fuel to be used. The defrost position on most vehicles also uses the air conditioner.

5. Keep Windows Closed- Having windows open, especially on the highway, increases drag and decreases fuel economy by about 10%.

6. Service Vehicle Regularly– Proper maintenance avoids poor fuel economy related to dirty air filters, old spark plugs or low fluid levels.

7. Use Cruise Control- Maintaining a constant speed over long distances often saves gas.

8. Avoid Heavy Loads- Remove the sand bags from your truck in the spring and pack lightly for long trips.

9. Avoid Long Idles- If you anticipate being stopped for more than 1 minute, shut off the car. Restarting the car uses less fuel than letting it idle for this time.

10. Purchase a Fuel Efficient Vehicle- When buying a new vehicle, examine the vehicles rated fuel efficiency. Usually choosing a small vehicle with a manual transmission will provide you with great fuel economy.

General Motors offers a great selection of fuel efficient vehicles at affordable prices. The all new Chevrolet Volt, Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Aveo, Chevrolet Malibu, Chevrolet Impala, Buick Regal are all great options when looking for a fuel efficient car.