Mopar’s Wireless Charging Nominated for Best Technology of the Year

Posted on November 22, 2013 by baysideadmin

Last year, AOL Autos Technology of the Year Award named the Chrysler Uconnect as the winner. This year, Chrysler is getting a second chance at claiming the gold.

This year Mopar introduced an industry-first of including wireless charging technology for portable devices. That technology is now among six finalists up for the AOL Autos Technology of the Year Award.

The award is to honor and bring attention to the companies who raised the bar the highest in automotive tech. The final judgement will be decided by a expert team of judges from numerous tech blogs including AOL Autos, Autoblog, Engadget TechCrunch, and others.

Mopar’s wireless charging is currently available for the 2013 Dodge Dart. The power bin for the system rests below the center stack and in front of the center console. When the car is started, the driver can place their smart device in the bin and let the magic happen. A specialty phone case is required to make it work, however, but that is included in the feature.

Mopar’s wireless charging system is currently available for $199 plus installation. For more information on getting this amazing service installed in to your vehicle, contact our service department at Bayside Chrysler Jeep Dodge.

Chrysler Offers One-Year Sirius Subscription on 2014 Models

Posted on November 5, 2013 by baysideadmin

Sirius Radio and Chrysler have teamed up to give drivers of Chrysler’s newest models access to satellite radio.

Market Watch is reporting that buyers of new 2014 models of Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, or Ram will be receiving an added bonus on top of the purchase. Sirius radio will extend to them a one year subscription just for buying. This is not some limited subscription either, this is full access to their suite of programming including their premium channels.

Even though it comes with the car, the one year subscription to Sirius that comes with 2014 models is able to leave the vehicle. So at home, in the office, walking to work with the headphones on, each of these will grant continued access to the bargain.

The qualifications for being part of this new deal is that it will be limited to the 2014 models that come with the Uconnect system.

For more details on the offer, contact us at Bayside Chrysler Jeep Dodge. We have all the 2014 models from the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram family. If you’re looking to get your current vehicle check-out in time for winter driving, then contact our service department to schedule a time to come in. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for more news and monthly specials.

Mysterious Mopar ’14 Dodge Challenger Teased for SEMA

Posted on October 19, 2013 by baysideadmin

Chrysler loves to make a big splash at SEMA and they love to have their engineers at Mopar be the ones to make it happen. Being as cloy as a mischievous child with a crush, the auto maker has released a sneak peek of what they refer to as the Mopar ‘14 vehicle.

The picture looks to be the back end of a Dodge Challenger decked out all in white save for a blue stripe stretching across the side and up the trunk. The Mopar logo appears on the stripe right next to the gas tank.

Pietro Gorlier, President and CEO of Mopar, put out a statement to accompany the photo. “Our new Mopar ’14 will instantly resonate with enthusiasts,” He said. “This limited-edition ride is for muscle-car fans who love high octane and customizable performance.”

The full reveal for what exactly Mopar is doing to the Dodge Challenger will be at the SEMA show in Las Vegas at the beginning of November. Chrysler will also be having a plethora of other vehicles they’ve already teased at being shown off as well. For the auto enthusiast, the SEMA show always brings out the best in Mopar.

If you’re looking to upgrade your current vehicle, then contact our parts department at Bayside Chrysler Jeep Dodge. Make sure to like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for more news and special offers.

Bayside Chrysler Jeep Dodge Text Messaging Service

Posted on September 21, 2013 by baysideadmin

Bayside CJD SMS Service

Attention Bayside Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Customers. We are pleased to announce that we can now communicate with you via text messaging!

By opting into our text program, our Service Department can notify you when your vehicle is ready for pick up after being serviced, remind you of necessary maintenance and service for your vehicle, or advise you of important recalls. Utilizing text messaging not only gives you real time notifications, but means you have one less phone call to worry about.

To opt in to this feature, text “Subscribe 43692 ” to 30629. Message & Data Rates May Apply. Up to 10 msgs/month. Text STOP to 30629 to cancel. Text HELP to 30629 for info.

Also, next time you visit our Service Department, be sure to add your cell phone number to your customer record for future text messages.

If you have any questions about our text program, give us a call at 718-229-8700 or email us atkatiem@baysidecjd.com.

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Mopar’s Fall Auto Maintenance Check List

Posted on September 12, 2013 by baysideadmin

Just because the weather can’t figure out its mind concerning the temperature doesn’t mean it is not a good time to start getting prepared for colder weather. After such a scorching summer, it’s a good time to start the preparations for a chilly fall and winter. Mopar has put out their fall check-list for drivers to make sure they’re ready. Here it is:

1) Brakes.

Always an important thing to take proper care of. Last thing anyone needs is to lose control of one of the most vital parts of a vehicle. Traveling during the summer can wear down the layers on the brake pads leaving them dangerously thin. Now is the time to make sure they’re ready for the difficult conditions that come with slick roads.

2) Tires

Speaking of dealing with slick roads, tires are extremely important to look into before the fall season. Check for any edge wear, center wear, or shoulder wear to see if you have any trouble spots on your car. It’s also a good time to check to make sure the air pressure in all the tires is at the proper levels. Make sure your spare is also good to go.

3) Battery

The extreme New York heat can have severe effects on a battery. It shortens the life and is a principle reason for a car dying in the middle of winter, at the worst possible time no less. Give the battery a look over to see if there’s any cracks in the case.

4) Wiper Blades

Take it from someone who was once caught in a blizzard with broken wiper blades, it’s not fun. Make sure they’re doing what they’re supposed to do and that’s keeping the road visible.

5) Shocks & Struts

Not usually something that most drivers consider when readying their vehicle for fall driving. With chillier weather also comes the dreaded potholes and they can do a number on the ill-prepared motorist.

6) Engine Oil

This is something regardless of the approaching fall season that should always be checked into. Make sure you’re meeting your regular intervals of oil changes to make sure that it doesn’t negatively impact your vehicle during colder weather. Low or dirty fluids can wreak havoc on your engine.

7) Fluid Levels

Again, something that should always be taken care of. Make certain the fluids on things such as power-steering , transmission, brake, windshield fluid are at factory recommend levels. It’s also a good time to check on the anti-freeze levels.

8) Engine Belts & Hose

These are supposed to be replaced at regular intervals, so just make sure you’re doing that and if it is that time, then there is no better time than now to do it.

9) Air Filter

Having bad air flow can lead to negative consequences on your engine and even on the amount of gas your engine is consuming on a trip. Having a new filter will do wonders for your gas mileage and help your engine last longer.

10) Headlamps and Tail lamps

With the fall season approaching, so are longer nights. During the tail end of the year, you’ll find yourself driving much more during darker portions and for that reason it’s good to make sure that other drivers can see you easily. Give both the front and the back lamps a good look at to make sure they are functioning properly and optimally.

There you have it, a good start to ensuring your car is ready for whatever weather the final part of the year will bring. If you need any help with any of this maintenance, make sure to contact the service department at Bayside Chrysler Jeep Dodge. We’ll make sure your car is ready for the weather.

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Mopar “Top Eliminator” Chooses Winner!

Posted on August 17, 2013 by baysideadmin

Say what you will about Mopar fans, but one thing that is completely undeniable is their loyalty to the brand. It’s about showing off that love and loyalty by displaying just how well equipped your ride is. That’s what Mopar loves to see, their fine work in the hands of fans and so the parts maker put together the “Top Eliminator” program to see the best of the best.

This year’s contest took place at the same place where Chrysler was already making a giant splash by showing off a new concept Ram truck, the Woodward Dream Cruise.

The winner comes from the east coast, a New Jersey resident Bill Mann and his 1970 Dodge Charger. And what a unique Charger it is with a white-over-Plum exterior.

The other Mopar pick from this year’s contest was Miles Watsko and his 1964 Plymouth Savoy that was held at Midwest Mopars In the Park held in June.

By being a winner, both Mann and Watsko get more than just bragging rights to the rest of the Mopar community. They also get to be showcased as part of the Woodward Dream Cruise happening this weekend in Detroit.

To read more into the inspiration and work that Mann put into his Dodge Charger, Mopar Muscle Magazine has an extensive breakdown that is a fascinating looking into the work of a gear head on his vehicle.

If you’re interested in sprucing up your current ride, contact our parts and service department at Bayside Chrysler Jeep Dodge and see what we can do to help give your vehicle a unique flavor.

Could the New Diesel Engine Be in Other Chrysler Vehicles?

Posted on July 16, 2013 by baysideadmin

“I just want to say one word to you. Just one word. Are you listening? Plastics.” Or in the case of Chrysler with concern to their upcoming Ram and Grand Cherokee, the word would be “diesel.”

It was a move that many saw coming, mostly because the people in question wanted it very badly to happen. With the upcoming 2014 Ram 1500 and Jeep Grand Cherokee, Chrysler Group will be making drivers quite happy with the additional option of a diesel engine to choose from.

Chrysler is expecting them to be quite popular. Raffaele DeVivo, the president of VM Motori North America thinks that 30 percent of 1500 buyers will take the optional 3.0-liter V-6 diesel engine.

That’s what Chrysler wants to see, demand for the diesel. If they see enough demand, in fact, they are looking to keep expending that engine for use in other vehicles.

“Wherever there is a (Chrysler 3.6-liter) Pentastar, there could be a VM 3.0 liter diesel – Dodge Durango, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Jeep Wrangler, the minivans,” says DeVivo.

What do you think? Are you planning on purchasing a the optional diesel engine for either the 2014 Ram 1500 or Jeep Grand Cherokee? Would you want to see the engine offered in other Chrysler products?

Interested in Mopar parts for your vehicle? Visit Bayside Chrysler Jeep Dodge online. We have our new and pre-owned inventory available for viewing. For visitors in need of auto repair and service, schedule a time to come in with our high-quality service department. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for more auto news and for our monthly parts and service specials.

“The Orange Monster”- A 1965 Dodge Coronet Wins Mopar Racing Event

Posted on July 4, 2013 by baysideadmin

Some people catch the love of cars at a young age. In the case of Bill Campbell, he was bitten a long time ago and it has since blossomed into a making him responsible for winning the Mopar At the Strip racing event in Las Vegas, Nevada.

When he was just a teenager, Campbell was already collecting spare parts to use in rebuilding cars. But he only worked with Dodge and Chrysler products. His first restoration project was a 1964 Dodge Polara 500. He would then bring his family and friends in on his hobby. Together, they spruced up a 1965 Dodge Coronet and dubbed it the “Orange Monster” for the race.

They placed first in a 16-car field for the Nostalgic SuperStock/AFX category. Their winning time was 10.7 seconds, the Monster reaching the finish line at 123 miles per hour.

Bill is quoted by the Chino Valley Review as to why he enjoys Mopar racing. “For the thrill of it,” Bill said, grinning. “At the start when it pulls the wheels three feet off the ground – the only other thing that smells that good is when you spin the tires and burn rubber. It’s an ‘E-ticket’ ride (former Disneyland designation for big thrill rides).”

Interested in shopping for Mopar parts? Visit Bayside Chrysler Jeep Dodge online. We have our new and pre-owned inventory available for viewing. For visitors in need of auto repair and service, schedule a time to come in with our high-quality service department. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for more auto news and for our monthly parts and service specials.

Mopar Readies Their Limited Edition 2013 Dodge Dart

Posted on June 12, 2013 by baysideadmin

The Dart may have to wait until next summer to enjoy being turbo-charged to appear on screens in the new Fast and Furious film, but that isn’t stopping Mopar from giving it a makeover in time for this season.

But sadly, this Mopar-ization comes with a limit. Only 500 of the them will reach sales floors. Dealerships are taking pre-orders now to get them in the hands of the lucky few who really want them.

The lucky ones get their hands on a truly unique ride. The outside is given the Mopar standard paint job of being coated in black with a cool blue racing stripe stretching from the front to the rear of the Dart. This is the same paint scheme that’s been used previously whenever the parts maker has gotten their hands on a vehicle, such as the Dodge Charger or the Challenger.

That same quality of design is evident in the interior as well. The seats are done up with Katzkin leather. And the rest of the cabin’s look is similar to the exterior with blue accents on a predominately black theme on the driver’s seat, the steering wheel, and the instrument paneling.

Mopar is notorious for the power of their product and it only makes sense that whenever they take a vehicle, such as the Dart, under their wing, that they prove why they’re considered one of the best in the business. The engine is a Multiair turbocharged 1.4-liter four cylinder. It also has six-speed manual transmission.

The limited edition Dart also comes with the 8.4-inch Uconnect screen and system, wireless charger, premium Mopar floor mats, and a sport-pedal kit.

For bragging rights, the list of features goes beyond what’s in and on the car. The 500 individuals who purchase the limited edition will also get a personalized plate that has the vehicles specifications as well as a unique identification number and production date. The last piece of the proverbial pie is a sketch of the car signed by Mark Trostle who is the Chief Designer for Mopar.

Not too shabby of a deal for a limited edition that has a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $25,485.

For more details on the 2013 Dodge Dart and other Dodge products, visit Bayside Chrysler Jeep Dodge online. We have our new and pre-owned inventory available for viewing. For visitors in need of auto repair and service, schedule a time to come in with our high-quality service department. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter for more auto news and for our monthly parts and service specials.

Chrysler Engineers Work for Next Big Technological Advancement

Posted on June 6, 2013 by baysideadmin

What is the future of auto technology? Is it electric cars? Is it eight-speed transmission? It’s hard to tell, there’s no definite “next big thing” attached to any single bit of technology. That’s why it’s usually such a slow slog to the next innovation. There’s time and money involved and the risk that goes along with the investment. That hasn’t stopped Chrysler from stepping up and doing what they can to spur the next generation of auto tech.

In fact, an engineer with Chrysler by the name of Adam Timmons was just awarded for his work. He is a Battery Cell Technical Specialist and was awarded the Stefan Pischinger Young Industry Leadership from SAE International.

What this award is meant for is to help promote careers in engineering by recognizing the contributions made by workers under the age of 35 that show the ability to be a leader in the industry. Timmons works at the Chrysler Technical Center in Auburn Hills and is responsible for the next generation of electrical propulsion systems. Specifically, he works on the batteries for the Fiat 500e electric car and the Ram 1500 PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle). This allows for electric vehicles to travel further.
With people like Timmons heading the next generation of skilled engineers creating technology to improve drivers lives, it’s clear that while the next “big” thing isn’t known at the moment, it’s definitely right around the corner. Can’t wait to see what it is.

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