New 2010 Models Arrive with Cool Features to
Warm Up the Automotive Market
Whether you want to keep your soft drinks cold or your hands warm, new 2010 model-year vehicles are still arriving at Allen Samuels in Port Arthur with a wide variety of features to make life on the road a little more comfortable.
"Heated steering wheels and built-in beverage coolers are just a couple of the unique features available on 2010 model-year cars and trucks," said Allen Samuels-Port Arthur. "While customers aren't going to choose a certain vehicle just because it has lighted cup holders, they do appreciate the thoughtfulness of the small details - especially it if it eliminates coffee spills during late night driving.
"Performance, fuel economy, vehicle size and price are still important drivers of buyer decisions," Samuels said, "But, often it's the 'creature features' that new vehicle owners like to show off to their friends and neighbors."
Allen Samuels-Port Arthur is replenishing its vehicle inventory as new 2010 model-year (Chrysler, Jeep®, Dodge Car and Ram Truck} vehicles continue to arrive. Some examples of the unique comfort and utility features that can be found on 2010 vehicles follow:
Chill Zone® acts as a cooled-beverage storage bin holding up to four, 20-ounce bottles or cans. It is available on Dodge Caliber, Avenger and Journey.
Heated Steering Wheel fights the cold of winter mornings and is activated either by a switch inside the vehicle or by using the remote start function. It is available on the Ram 1500.
Illuminated front cup holders make it easier to find your drink in the dark. It is available on Dodge Caliber and Journey and Jeep® Patriot and Compass.
MusicGate Power? speakers swing down from the rear liftgate and face rearward for entertaining at tailgate parties and picnics. It is available on Dodge Caliber and Jeep Compass and Patriot.
Rear Cross Path warns a driver backing out of a parking space that traffic is moving toward his or her vehicle. It is exclusively available on Chrysler Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan.
Blind Spot Monitoring notifies the driver using side-view mirror icons and audible charms if a vehicle is in the blind spot when changing lanes. It is available on Chrysler Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan.
Rear Cross Path (RCP) In parking lot situations, RCP drivers backing out of parking spaces of traffic moving toward their vehicle. The driver is notified of vehicle(s) crossing behind the vehicle via an illuminated side view mirror icon and with an audible chime.
Parkview? Rear Back-up Camera Using a wide-angle view of the area immediately behind the vehicle, Parkview gives the driver greater peace of mind before backing up. It also aids in lining up a trailer to the vehicle's trailer hitch, when so equipped. The image automatically displays on the navigation screen when the transmission is shifted into reverse.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ESC enhances driver control and helps maintain directional stability under all conditions. It provides the greatest benefit in critical driving situations such as turns, and is especially valuable when driving on mixed-surface conditions such as snow, ice or gravel. If there's a discernible difference between what the driver asks through the steering wheel and the vehicle's path, ESC applies selective braking and throttle input in order to guide the vehicle back onto the driver's intended path.
SmartBeam® headlamps Intelligent headlamp system adjusts to ambient light and oncoming traffic in order to deliver maximum lighting.
Smart Brake Chrysler Group began implementing the smart brake in 2003. When a disagreement exists between the throttle and the brake, the brake signal causes the engine controller to reduce engine power, allowing the operator to stop the car.
Uconnect?
Uconnect? Phone In-vehicle, voice-activated communication system allows drivers to talk on their Bluetooth compatible phones while keepings hands on the wheel and eyes on the road. The built-in phonebook sync feature automatically downloads as many as 1,000 phone book entries from supported phones, which can then be selected by simply saying their name.
Voice Command Chrysler Group LLC's hands-free voice recognition system helps drivers keep their eyes on the road. Many features are operable using voice command, including navigation destinations. Voice command is standard with Uconnect Phone.
FLO TV? Chrysler Group LLC is the first automaker in the
SIRIUS Backseat TV SIRIUS Backseat TV offers Chrysler and Dodge customers this pioneering service that delivers programming from the biggest names in family TV: Nickelodeon?, Disney Channel? and Cartoon Network Mobile? to the backseat 24/7. For added flexibility, rear-seat passengers may enjoy SIRIUS Backseat TV while front-seat occupants listen to SIRIUS XM Radio. The system may be operated from the rear-seat entertainment unit or the radio head unit. In addition, when the vehicle is in park, programming may be displayed on the
Uconnect? Web Uconnect Web is a Mopar option that provides high-speed data transfer and flexibility, combining Wi-Fi and 3G cellular connectivity for a new level of wireless technology. The system transforms the vehicle into a "hot spot" to deliver the Internet directly to the vehicle for instant access to Web sites, e-mail, personalized music, online gaming, photo albums and more.
Uconnect? Navigation Uconnect Navigation combines the features of a Global Positioning System (GPS), points of interest, SIRIUS Traffic and voice command. Chrysler Group LLC's voice command and touch screen allow easy operation. If the vehicle is in motion, Voice Command will recognize three languages and is capable of learning words for inputting addresses. The robust Points of Interest database makes it easy to find nearby restaurants, shopping, hospitals or other local destinations. Also avoid traffic jams with SIRIUS Traffic. Uconnect Navigation offers customers reliable, seamless use of what has become a necessary technology.