Strong VW Salutes America’s Veterans

Strong Volkswagen would like to join folks all across the nation is honoring our service veterans this Veteran’s Day.  We are proud of our fathers and grandfathers who fought for our freedom in World Wars I and II.  Those valiant veterans from the Korean War and Viet Nam fought against tyranny in support of freedom.  And to our brave sons, daughters, sisters, brothers, mothers, fathers and friends and more who have or are currently involved in conflicts in the Middle East, to you we offer our humble thanks and appreciation.

Veteran’s Day was proclaimed as November 11 by President Wilson in 1919 in honor of the one year anniversary of Armistice Day, the day fighting in World War I ceased. The recognition at that time was specifically for those who died in the service of the country in World War I.

Throughout the years, the Act creating Veteran’s Day has been revised a number of times so that today it is broadly regarded as a day to remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice on behalf of American freedom as well as those who served or are serving their country in any one of the branches of the military. The 5 branches include the Air Force, the Navy, the Marines, the Army and the Coast Guard.

Often accompanied by parades and other celebrations including the laying of the wreath at the tomb of the unknown soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery, Veterans Day is a federal holiday. We at Strong VW salute America’s veterans and wish you a day of peace and pride in the service you provided along with a prayer for those who have perished. 

Strong Volkswagen Makes Winterizing Your Car Easy

Winter is fast approaching in Utah, bringing along with it harsh cold temperatures. Before winter arrives, it’s time to make sure your vehicle is in good running order. Strong Volkswagen just kicked off their free winter inspections and they are also offering discounts on scheduled maintenance visits to help you make sure your car is safe and performing well.

Winterizing your care involves several components:

• Oil: Make sure you have the right oil for cold temperatures.  If it is too thick, your engine is not able to stay lubricated.
• Battery: Have your battery inspected to insure that the posts and connections are free of corrosion and that it has sufficient water.
• Wipers: It’s easy to forget the importance of windshield wipers until you really need them. Is it time to replace your blades for the winter?
• Antifreeze: When you have your car serviced, Strong Volkswagen will check the mixture of your antifreeze and make needed adjustments.
• Belts and Hoses: No worries here when you have your car serviced at Strong VW.  We check hoses and belts as part of our routine maintenance.
• Tires: Decreases in temperature have a profound impact on tire pressure. Make sure you check your tire pressure regularly and have your tires inspected for appropriate tread levels. You may even want to consider snow tires.

Right now, Strong Volkswagen is offering a winter special to make sure you have the best tires for the season. When you buy three tires at the regular price, you receive the fourth tire for just $1.00!

You can schedule your service at Strong VW today online. Simply click here.  

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VW to be the Top Automaker Worldwide in 2011?

Estimates are that Volkswagen may become the largest automaker in the world this year, topping General Motors and Toyota. The reason: an increase in sales in emerging markets. VW sales in China alone have increased 20 percent and in India, there has been a 50 percent boost in sales.  The Chinese market is projected to be even larger next year.

All three contenders have seen a decrease in the European market, although Volkswagen’s reduction was a mere 3.3 percent compared with GM and Toyota at 34 percent and 20 percent drops, respectively. Volkswagen sales in the U.S have been strong.

Sales projections are mixed for 2012, but it is anticipated that Volkswagen will stay in the first position, outselling Toyota by 50,000 units. Estimates on sales were obtained from J.D. Power and Associates, HIS Automotive and PwC Autofacts. Source: Bloomberg News October 24, 2011.

Strong Volkswagen has a full line of new Volkswagen cars and used cars. Take a look at our website and search the inventory. You will like what you see!

Strong Volkswagen Supports Utah Athletics!

Strong Volkswagen is a long-time supporter of Utah athletics.  They and Strong Audi are members of the University of Utah Crimson Club. Owners of both Strong VW and Strong Audi have provided vehicles to football coaching staff through the Ute Car Program. This program includes the use of vehicles for University of Utah coaches and administrators, a valuable resource when recruiting and attending University events throughout the state.

In football, the Utes have won an amazing 10 of the last 12 Bowl games they played in.  This Saturday is their first Pac 12 home game. Go Utes! Ute men’s basketball and women’s gymnastics are Strong VW favorites as well.

Strong VW is also a corporate supporter of Real Salt Lake, Utah’s Major League Soccer (MLS) Club. Since the MLS expansion franchise in 2004, Real Salt Lake has developed into a strong contender, having won the MLS Cup in 2009-10 and reaching the finals in the CONCACAF Champions League in 2010-11.

One of the first Volkswagen dealerships in the country, Strong Volkswagen is proud to support Utah athletics. Take a look at this week's specials on 2011 and 2012 VW models.

Zero Percent Financing on 2012 Models 36-Month Lease!

Strong Volkswagen is in the midst of an incredible deal to introduce our 2012 VW line-up.  Right now, we are offering 0% - that’s ZERO PERCENT on a 36-month lease for brand new Jetta S, CC Sport, Touareg, Sport VR6, and Passat S models.  That means you can lease a 2012 Volkswagen for a little as $185 per month plus tax!

And that’s not all! Strong VW is offering financing as low as 1.99% on all Volkswagen TDI Models, already specially priced.  This low financing combined with up to 42 mpg means that you are leverage the money you save now for lasting cost savings well into the future.  

As an added bonus, with every new VW purchased, Strong VW is throwing in a new Apple® iPad 2 – a $499 value! Hey – how can you pass up a deal like that!

 

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My 1969 Volkswagen: Remembering the Days

My first car, when I turned 16, was a 1969 baby blue Volkswagen Beetle. Oh what lovely times I had in that car. The poor thing stuck with me as I learned to drive a manual transmission, including crunching gears and faulty starts, but I learned the tricks of releasing the clutch and pressing on the gas pedal like a pro in no time flat. 

That Volkswagen drove well in the snow and the desert.  I took it to the ski slopes, the red rocks of Southern Utah, and to the "big cities" like Salt Lake and Las Vegas – what fun! Skipping classes, friends and I would “drag main” in our little Utah town which took around 10 minutes in heavy traffic.  Or we'd drive along dirt roads in the fields and foothills to look at deer and other wildlife with the radio volume turned up and the windows down. Scared most of them away!

Yes, these are sweet memories I have of that little car.  Back then, gas was $.29 per gallon so I could go a long way on a couple of bucks.   Today's Volkswagen Beetles are mighty fine, too.  My niece has a brand new convertible! How about you? What was your favorite Volkswagen?