WOMAN GIVES BIRTH IN A CHEVY COBALT!! WHOA!!

Woman gives birth driving Chevrolet Cobalt, gets year's supply of diapers from GM
By Aaron Foley
MLive.com

May 26, 2010, 4:30PM



General MotorsChevrolet CobaltGeneral Motors is awarding a Minnesota couple a year's supply of diapers and other supplies after it was reported that a new mother gave birth behind the wheel of a Chevrolet Cobalt.



Amanda McBride was in labor when she was en route to the hospital. The baby's father, Joseph Phillips, has a medical condition that kept him from driving, but he was able to help steer from the passenger seat.



McBride gave birth to 8-pound baby boy, also named Joseph. In addition to the diapers, GM is giving the couple a stroller, formula, toys and other baby items.



"We knew the Cobalt was designed to deliver its occupants safely, but never did we expect a delivery quite like this,” Margaret Brooks, Chevrolet product marketing director, Small Cars and Crossovers, said in a statement.



“From everyone at Chevrolet, we’d like to congratulate Amanda and Joseph on the newest addition to their family. Unfortunately, there is no section in the Cobalt driver’s manual on ‘How to Change a Diaper,’ but we’re sure they’ll do just fine.”



Interestingly enough, as one new life begins, another ends. This is the last model year for the Cobalt, which will be replaced by the Cruze in 2011.

The Highly Anticipated 2011 GMC Sierra

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Testimonials From Our Customers

THANK YOU TO OUR SERVICE CUSTOMERS!!

Daryl F. Rocky Hill, CT- Everyone was very nice, they went above and beyond. I will return my servicing here.

Richard P.  Windsor, CT- another job well done.

Andy P. Tolland, CT- Scranton takes very good care of me and my STS.

Robert M. East Hampton, CT- BJ Evans went above and beyond anything we expected.


As always, we cannot THANK our Customers enough for their business!! We appreciate it!!

A Great Find- GM FASTLANE

There are big changes happening for the 2011 GMC Sierra.  With the changes, comes an over abundance of information to soak in.  Although a little overwhelming, I found a GREAT place to get those questions answered!!

GM Fastlane Blog- Is a blog that keeps all of you & ME, up to date on what is going on in the GM world.

The other GREAT thing that this blog does, it allows the consumer to speak to GM's management team about changes such as the 2011 GMC Sierra. Rick Spina, Vehicle Line Executive, hosted the live chat and answered customer questions.  You can still view the live chat at the blog now!!

Rick Spina's Live Chat!

It is full of information, tools, resources and media tools to provide the best and most info to those who subscribe to it.

Being from the northeast, Truck's are one of the biggest sellers, considering they are needed for ALL seasons here!! 

Have you ever wondered the difference between a Sierra and the competition, and why they are considered the best truck on the market??

Take a look at GM Fast Lane!!

Of course, you can always ask us as well!

Have a great day everyone : )

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GMC Sierra: BIGGER & BETTER THAN ANYONE ELSE!!

GMC Sierra HD Leads the Segment in Towing and Payload Ratings


Sierra HD delivers 21,700 pounds towing and 6,635 pounds payload

2010-05-18



DETROIT  GMC announced today that the new 2011 GMC Sierra heavy-duty

pickups have increased towing and payload ratings through ongoing

development and testing, making them the most capable and powerful

heavy-duty pickups in the segment. The ratings have been increased to

21,700 pounds of towing and 6,635 pounds of payload.

When developing the Sierra HD our focus has consistently been to deliver

customers the most capable heavy-duty trucks in the market, along with

premium features and styling that distinguish GMC amongst the

competition, said Rick Spina, GM Full-size Truck global vehicle line

executive. Our first set of capability tests confirmed that the team had

exceeded the payload and towing targets by a significant margin. Ongoing

testing demonstrated a clear opportunity to increase the true capabilities

of these trucks.

The GMC Sierra HD engineering team was able to achieve the increase in

towing capacity to 21,700 by putting the Sierra HD through a wide variety

of tests over various terrains, grades and weather conditions. Extensive

design and lab analysis, climatic wind tunnel testing, and actual on-road

extreme ride and handling testing methods were all used to confirm stable

handling and performance of the powertrain, drivetrain and brake

components at maximum gross combined weight rating (GCWR). The GCWR is

increased to 29,200 pounds.

To achieve the increased payload capacity, engineers used higher strength

steel for the cargo box sills. The team conducted a significant amount of

testing where maximum payloads tested the stronger cargo box and rear axle

components. The maximum payload rating has been increased to 6,635 pounds.



We encourage consumers to test drive the Sierra HD against the

competition, said Spina. Based on our test results, we are confident our

HDs will prove to be the best choice for real-world towing and hauling

needs.
For the first time ever, GMC will be offering the exclusive Denali line in

our heavy-duty pickups with the Sierra Denali 2500 and 3500 HDs. The

Denali version is distinguished by its iconic four-bar, chrome grille with

round air inlets, along with body-color bumpers, chrome door handles,

chrome accents and and 17- (Dually), 18- and 20-inch polished forged

aluminum wheels.

The GMC Sierra HD is the segment leader in diesel horsepower and torque

(397hp, 765

lb-ft), conventional towing (17,000 lbs.), 5th-wheel towing (21,700 lbs.),

payload (6,635 lbs.) and maximum GCWR (29,100 lbs.). Production for the

Sierra HD begins next week at Flint Assembly in Flint, MI and customers

can expect to start seeing the heavy-duty trucks on dealer lots shortly

thereafter.





?11 Sierra HD

?10 Ram HD *

? 11 Ford F-350

Max. Horsepower

397 hp.

350 hp.

390 hp.

Max. Torque

765 lb-ft

650 lb-ft

735 lb-ft

Max. Conventional towing

17,000 lbs.

12,000 lbs.

16,000 lbs.

Max. Fifth-wheel towing

21,700 lbs.

18,500 lbs.

21,600 lbs.

Max GCWR

29,200 lbs.

25,400 lbs.

29,100 lbs.

Max. Payload capacity

6,635 lbs.

5,130 lbs.

6,520 lbs.

YOUR GMC DEALER OFFERING ONE DOLLAR OVER INVOICE!!

Eduardo Soares receives Sales Consultant of the month for April!!

It's Truck Month at Scranton Motors!!

Our Employees!

Walking into a dealership can be overwhelming!  Between the customers, employees, departments, etc...it can be confusing to say the least.

So here is a small introduction into our facility.  This way, you feel more comfortable!!

Here is our wonderful service department!! From top to bottom: Dan McCann-Service Advisor, George Morrison-Service Advisor and Tony Digregorio- Service Advisor.

Here is our awesome Internet Department!

From top to bottom:  B.J. Evans- Internet Guide, Tara Carucci-Internet Guide, Kate Pisciotta-Marketing Assistant and John Giordano- Internet Manager

Here is our Finance Department!

The Awesome Sales Staff!

From top to bottom: Jacob Doolittle, Eduardo Soares, David Baeza, Dale Wassenar and Shaun Woodward

Brian Fraize-General Sales Manager, Sam Suminski-Used Car Manager and Matt Scranton-Sales Manager

John Avery- Service Manager

Now for some fun photos!

SPA TIME FOR YOU!

On May 4th, Scranton Motors held is second "Ladies Night" at the dealership.  Among the vendors, was SPA TIME FOR YOU.  Located in South Windsor, CT, SPA TIME FOR YOU motto's, "Affordable Spa Treatments For Busy People". 

Paula Lindsey consulted the guests on treatments as well as complimentary hand exfoliation treatments!!  The guests were thrilled and impressed with Lindsay's treatments and approach to the services she offers.

Health Kick Inspired Fitness-Stafford Springs, CT

Health Kick Inspired Fitness joined our group of vendors on May 4th for our Ladies Night Event.  The guests received demonstrations for self-defense techniques as well as a ZUMBA lesson!! The guests loved it!!

Health Kick Inspired Fitness is owned by Christine DePelligrini and Jackie-lyn Baxter.  Many thanks to Christine and 4th Dan Master Instructor Jackie-lyn Baxter for bringing their services down to our Ladies Night Event! 

We would also like to give a big thanks to Carole Knoblauch and Sheri Henderson for leading the Zumba course for us!!

The ladies loved the self-defense techniques and the Zumba!!  Remember, Health Kick Inspired Fitness offers even more services including classes for children as well as yoga!! 



Please visit Health Kick Inspired Fitness at http://www.healthkickif.com/ or by phone at 860.684.2554

To contact Carole Knoblauch, call her at 860.803.6960 or by email at cbktooth1@comcast.net

To contact Sheri Henderson, call her at 860.306.1626 or by email at sheriah@cox.net

Health Kick Inspired Fitness is a great place to learn, exercise, bring the family and have fun!! 

Health Kick Inspired Fitness
71 West Stafford Road
Stafford Springs, CT 06076

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