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2011 Tokyo Motor Show: Day 1 recap
Drivers got a glimpse into the future Wednesday, as the top manufacturers rolled out concept cars on day one of the Tokyo Auto Show. Honda showed that plug-cars can also be stylish thanks to this AC-X Concept PHEV. This all white beauty is powered by a 1.6-liter four-cylinder and two electric motors. Honda really showed off the bells and whistles with this one, introducing an “Automatic Drive Mode Support,” in which the steering wheel folded into the dash and a footstool rolled out for the driver to recline and watch his car do all the work!
Honda also turned heads with the EV-STER electric sports car. It looks the racing car of the future (link), with rear-wheel drive and an electric drivetrain. This concept boasts a top speed of 99 mph, and convertible makes it seem like the perfect car for a future summer day!
Not to be outdone, Nissan showed off its Leaf Nismo Concept. Judging by the model on display in Tokyo, Nissan plans to make its future Leaf a more sporty model. Nissan President and CEO Carlos Ghosn tells www.autoblog.com that Nissan is committed to making at least 10 percent of its global market electric vehicles.
Subaru was also in on the fun Wednesday, introducing new sporty concept models. The Advanced Tourer Concept is a four-door wagon that carries a 1.6 liter boxer hybrid powertrain. Other signs of the future include a monitor on the steering wheel and steel-rimmed wood pedals.
Subaru also introduced the 2013 BRZ Wednesday, a beauty that turned a lot of heads. The BRZ features 2,689 pounds, 200 horsepower and 151 pound-feet from the direct-injected 2.0-liter boxer engine, six-speed manual and automatic transmissions.
It’s also the only car available in that great blue color.
Continue to check the Waikem Blog all week as we bring you updated coverage of the Tokyo Auto Show!
Experts say Black Friday is the Best Day of the year to Buy or Lease a Car
Experts say Black Friday is the best day of the year to buy or lease a car, thanks to end of the year specials on the most recent models. http://autos.yahoo.com/news/why-black-friday-is-the-best-day-of-the-year-to-buy-a-car.html
The Waikem Auto Family is offering its best specials of the year now through Nov. 30. See what’s right for you and take advantage of the best deals this holiday season!
Subaru Won Annual Resale Value Award
Subaru of America recently won the annual Resale Value Award, a distinction given to the automaker whose 2012 models are projected to retain the highest percentage of their MSRP after a three-year period. All of our staff at Waikem Subaru is proud to hear about this award!
Read the full article at Autoblog here.
Waikem Subaru is Expanding!
The Waikem Auto Family is expanding again with the purchase of the former Demetri’s Deli restaurant. The latest expansion gives us more space for certified used Subarus and a new one-stop customer service center for minor cosmetic repair.
Our Subaru sales staff has already parked vehicles on the new lot, 4215 Lincoln Way East. It is adjacent to our current Subaru space and provides additional 120-feet of frontage on our Lincoln Way lot, plus an additional 1.5 acres of dealership space.
Most of these vehicles will carry Subaru’s certified preowned 6 year, 100,000 mile powertrain warranty. Subaru is one of the fastest-growing car companies in the North American market, and 65 more vehicles can fit on our new lot.
The building itself will serve as a hub for any minor cosmetic repairs, including paintless dent repair, windshield repairs, remote start installation, window tinting, paint sealant, fabric scotch guarding, heated seat installation and rear camera installation.
The Waikem Auto Family now has 36 acres of automotive related business space at one location on Lincoln Way between Canton and Massillon. New exterior lighting will be installed at the new lot, and this expansion will lead to 10-17 new employees down the line.
“We’re excited to increase our presence in Perry Township,” said Doug Waikem, Owner of Waikem Auto Family. “The Waikem boys were born and raised in Perry Township and we are glad to continue expanding in this community.”
Doug, along with brothers Chip and Dave are the second generation of the family-run business. Doug said this expansion reminds him of a saying his father George Waikem Sr. would always tell him growing up.
“Dad always said a tree will die when it quits growing,” he said. “The day we quit expanding is the day we’ll all retire, but we are in the third generation of the family dealership, so I don’t think we’ll stop expanding any time soon.”
Waikem Vlog: Pricing your Trade, 2013 Ford Mustang GT500
We talk about how to get an at home trade appraisal before you even enter a dealership. Also the new 5.8L 2013 Ford Mustang GT500 Shelby.
http://www.autoblog.com/2011/11/15/2013-ford-shelby-gt500-delivers-650-hp-and…
Waikem Auto Family Vlog 11/8/11: SEMA, Thailand, Black Friday
We talk about SEMA 2011, Black Friday, and Flooding in Thailand.
Waikem Kia at SEMA http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30JeTgtkA58
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Just a friendly reminder to our Waikem friends
Just a friendly reminder to our Waikem friends to set their clocks back one hour tonight for Daylight Savings Time! If you cannot program your car’s clock, contact your Waikem Auto Family serviceman who will show you how to fix it! For Ford, Nissan and Subaru, contact 330-478-1801. Contact 330-477-5002 for Honda and 330-478-0281
First Waikem Auto Video Blog!
We talk about 0% Financing, Sign and Drive leasing, and recent news.!
