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A
word from the
Dealer Principal
Welcome to the
December
edition of
our e-news.
Christmas is just around the corner and we’d like to take this opportunity to wish you a healthy and safe festive season. I’d also like to thank you for your support and loyal custom this year and we look forward to serving you to the highest standard in 2008.
I would also ike to take this opportunity to express my sincere thanks to all our staff - 102 at present and growing all the time, for all their hard work and dedication to their roles and in particular to the high levels of customer service they consistently provide.
I refer you to our Christmas charity appeal article and the very simple way for you to make a real difference.
Enjoy this issue and again, from all the team at Adrian Brien Automotive, we wish you and your family a very merry Christmas. We look forward to looking after all of your motoring needs in 2008.
Andrew
Brown,
Dealer Principal.
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| HYUNDAI i30 WINS CAR OF THE YEAR AND GREEN CAR OF THE YEAR |
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The new i30 might’ve only been in Australia a short while, but it’s wasted no time in taking out two massive awards – the CARSguide Car of the Year and the CARSguide Green Car of the Year.
The small car won big praise from the expert panel of judges, who after gruelling testing deemed it the best car out of the 48 vehicles vying for the title.
Judges assessed the styling, safety, innovation, value, functionality, build quality and performance of each car, and all were tested in a wide variety of conditions including city, freeway, highway and country towns to get an overall picture of the vehicles and their abilities.
Once the cars had been whittled down the finalists were taken to the Wakefield Park race track in Goulbourn, where they were really put through their paces to determine their grip, tyre balance, chassis performance and suspension.
The i30 CRDi SX was finally declared the winner after all the points were tallied up, with the i30 scoring an incredible 94 out of a possible 99. It beat out a wide range of vehicles, including ones more than double the price of an i30.
To find out more about the CARSguide Car of the Year visit the website here or call our staff on 8374 5444.
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Christmas isn’t only a time for kindness towards your family and loved ones; it’s a time to help out those in need. That’s why we’re committed to donating to the Uniting Care Wesley Adelaide Christmas appeal (UWCA).
All you have to do is send an email to wecare@adrianbrien.com.au and we’ll donate $1 for every email we receive. How easy could that be? We’ve got a database of thousands, so by taking a minute to send us an email we will be able to make Christmas a little better for many people in need. Please take the time to help out and we wish everyone a safe and happy holiday.
For more information on the great work the UCWA do visit their website here.
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| FUN IN THE SUN WITH FOCUS COUPE CABRIOLET |
With the weather heating up it’s the perfect time to enjoy some top down driving with the all new Ford Focus Cabriolet. Built around the award winning Focus, the Coupe Cabriolet adds an extra level of fun to the sporty package.
Powered by a 2.0-litre Duratec 16V engine, the Coupe Cabriolet offers plenty of power in a compact, refined vehicle that invites you to have a good time, every time. And thanks to an electrically controlled retractable 2 piece hard top if the weather turns you’re only seconds away from being covered.
Along with an easy to use hard top comes an interior featuring leather trim, dual zone climate control, Sony premium 6-disc in dash stereo with 8 speakers, and driver, front passenger and side front airbags. Other safety features on the Focus Coupe Cabriolet include ABS, EBD, emergency brake assist, Dynamic Stability Control and a rollover protection device.
The Focus Coupe Cabriolet will be available for sun and fun soon, so to book a test drive contact us today.
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“Never judge a day by the weather - no rain, no rainbows!”
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BE PREPARED THIS CHRISTMAS! |
As the days start to get warmer and longer and we head toward the holiday season, you might be starting to plan your own road trip; the open road awaits. But first, make sure that you'll provide safe and enjoyable driving conditions for you and your passengers. Here are some tips from the service specialists at Adrian Brien Automotive to help you prepare for your trip:
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• Change your oil and filter. Dirty oil or a contaminated filter can cause excessive engine wear, which can lead to poor vehicle performance or premature engine failure. While having your oil changed, have the service specialist check your belts and hoses, transmission fluid level, and battery and electrical system.
• Properly inflate your tyres. Proper tyre inflation can make a big difference in the way your vehicle rides and handles, improving fuel mileage by more than 3 percent when maintained regularly. Also, remember to properly inflate your spare tyre.
• Regularly inspect your brakes. Since your brakes wear gradually over time, the loss of braking power often goes undetected. Make sure to have your brake pads, shoes and all related equipment inspected.
• Look for leaks. Be sure to check both the coolant level and your air conditioning system's refrigerant. Leaks in either system may cause your vehicle - and you - to overheat.
• Check your shocks and struts. Your vehicle's shocks and struts should be checked in conjunction with wheel alignment or if you notice excessive bouncing, swaying, rocking or nose-diving while braking.
• Find ways to keep young passengers occupied. There are many activities you can provide for kids in the car. Pack a kit of books, maps, their favourite CD’s and travel games.
• Most importantly, plan to take breaks. Everyone needs a break when travelling long distances. To ward off boredom and exhaustion, schedule frequent stops for meals or just some time to let the kids run around. Remember to stop, revive and survive!
For more information on vehicle maintenance or servicing, call the Adrian Brien Service Centre on
(08) 8374 5444, or log on to the website to book your car in onlinefor any of your vehicle servicing requirements. |
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