tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-42635170205589660332024-03-13T23:56:37.966-07:00OC Mazda Family of Dealerships, Tustin Mazda and Huntington Beach MazdaNew and used cars serving Tustin, Huntington Beach, Orange County, Riverside County, LA County, Ventura County, San Diego County and all of Southern CaliforniaOC Auto Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07271829321261631858noreply@blogger.comBlogger158125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4263517020558966033.post-50384800714038192122013-05-05T09:23:00.000-07:002013-05-05T09:23:24.584-07:00All New 2014 Mazda6...with a great offer!
<a href="http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases-test/2014-mazda6-recognized-for-outstanding-design-204687571.html">Since it's debut, the all new 2014 Mazda6 has had a lot of press, winning award after award. </a>
Now, for a limited time, we are offering 0.9% APR on this incredible car. <a href="http://www.ocmazda.com/new-inventory/index.htm?SByear=clear&SBmake=Mazda&SBmodel=Mazda6&SBtrim=clear&SBbodystyle=clear&SBprice=clear"><a href="
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85 Orange County companies were named and over 22,000 surveys were tallied! Congratulations to all the winners this year.<br />
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We're thrilled!! This is our 5th consecutive year as a recipient of this award and of course we owe it all to our fantastic staff. Simply put, the OC Mazda staff of employees is simply the BEST!<br />
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<strong><span style="font-size: large;">The All New Mazda VIP Advantage Program…your ticket to savings!</span></strong><br />
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o <em>We provide a complimentary rental car for any warranty service work over 4 hours. Estimated value is $384.00 (maximum two days per occurrence)</em><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">•<em><strong> Free Barbeque every Saturday</strong></em></span><br />
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<em><span style="font-size: x-small;"><strong>• Free Shuttle Service (Mon-Fri, up to 10 miles)</strong></span></em><br />
<em><span style="font-size: x-small;"><strong>• Free Multipoint Inspection and Exterior Car Wash with every paid service</strong></span></em><br />
<em><span style="font-size: x-small;"><strong>• 24 hour Service Drop Off</strong></span></em><br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">* The earning of Loyalty Points, per vehicle identification number, as well as Complimentary Services, and all Loyalty Program based discounts, end at 60,000 miles. Points earned can be redeemed up to100,000 miles.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">**To receive discount, auto body shop repairs must be done by Tustin Ranch Collision Center (Tustin, CA), or Blvd Collision (Huntington Beach, CA)</span><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-EK0IixSRsyU/Tymjny17VtI/AAAAAAAABqM/Bw-kKp2n6UY/s1600/cx5+japan+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="212" sda="true" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-EK0IixSRsyU/Tymjny17VtI/AAAAAAAABqM/Bw-kKp2n6UY/s320/cx5+japan+2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>http://www.ocmazda.com<div class="blogger-post-footer">http://www.ocmazda.com</div>OC Auto Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07271829321261631858noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4263517020558966033.post-44034694939430260942012-01-28T13:00:00.000-08:002012-01-28T13:08:49.894-08:00What an honor! Thank you DealerRater!<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ks0yZcQ03qE/TyRjDC6GWLI/AAAAAAAABoM/HFqlR0dcCfQ/s1600/dealerrater.bmp"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 200px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5702791932129204402" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ks0yZcQ03qE/TyRjDC6GWLI/AAAAAAAABoM/HFqlR0dcCfQ/s320/dealerrater.bmp" /></a> <strong><span style="font-size:130%;">DealerRater unveils the finalists for the 2012 Dealer of the Year award and we're one of them!<br /><br /></span></strong><br /><div>From 41,000 dealers nation-wide, it's been trimmed down to just 185 finalists. The winner will be announced at the NADA convention next weekend, in Las Vegas.</div><br /><br /><div>Treating our customers right is simply who we are and what we do...but it does feel really good to be acknowledged for "always doing the right thing".</div>Our hearty congratulations to all the finalists!!<br /><br />Click here for the full story <a href="http://www.dealerrater.com/news/dealerrater-unveils-finalists-of-the-2012-dealer-of-the-year-award-program-1082.aspx">http://www.dealerrater.com/news/dealerrater-unveils-finalists-of-the-2012-dealer-of-the-year-award-program-1082.aspx</a><br /><br /><a href="http://www.ocmazda.com/">http://www.ocmazda.com</a><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://www.ocmazda.com</div>OC Auto Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07271829321261631858noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4263517020558966033.post-89162912575815544172012-01-17T14:19:00.000-08:002012-01-17T14:28:52.346-08:00It's almost here and we are taking orders! It should be "on the ground" in two more weeks! The all new Mazda CX5, with Skyactiv, 30 mpg!<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-uJLN9XxSrfM/TxX1g4HF4OI/AAAAAAAABmc/R1jk3H-kfRg/s1600/2012-mazda-cx5.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 267px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5698730848673980642" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-uJLN9XxSrfM/TxX1g4HF4OI/AAAAAAAABmc/R1jk3H-kfRg/s400/2012-mazda-cx5.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div><br /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://www.ocmazda.com</div>OC Auto Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07271829321261631858noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4263517020558966033.post-53113088890744374172011-09-08T15:05:00.000-07:002011-09-08T15:09:05.694-07:00The OC Auto Show is coming to town and we've got a gift for you!<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Yw1pL-Z_d18/Tmk8Z57KZbI/AAAAAAAABcs/GGJO7pqJ4Ls/s1600/untitled.bmp"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 293px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 89px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5650113623256360370" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Yw1pL-Z_d18/Tmk8Z57KZbI/AAAAAAAABcs/GGJO7pqJ4Ls/s400/untitled.bmp" /></a><br /><br /><br />You are just a click away from getting yourself a free ticket to the Orange County International Auto Show, September 22-25 at the Anaheim Convention Center. The OC Auto Show, produced by Motor Trend, is going to have the hundreds of new cars, trucks, sport/utility vehicles, hot exotics, alternative fuel vehicles and more. From the hottest new models to show-stopping entertainment, the show offers something for everyone. Click on the link for your FREE Orange County International Auto Show ticket!<br /><br />Click here for your free ticket, with compliments from the OC Mazda Team!<br /><a href="http://www.autoshowtickets.com/oc/index.asp?code=OCHBMZD">http://www.autoshowtickets.com/oc/index.asp?code=OCHBMZD</a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="http://www.ocmazda.com/">http://www.ocmazda.com</a></div><br /><div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://www.ocmazda.com</div>OC Auto Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07271829321261631858noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4263517020558966033.post-35589323794625087152011-08-23T16:38:00.000-07:002011-08-23T16:39:46.997-07:00A Message from John Patterson!http://www.ocmazda.com
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<br /><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dz0yaaywwku9vT6LRNIB5qtAOMrYl9zUR2aEo5lwX7t44K_6yMFsbH8AeCOKtqe8AhCVK8L-F15iIEWXHuNgA' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://www.ocmazda.com</div>OC Auto Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07271829321261631858noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4263517020558966033.post-36571160369926600172011-07-03T16:20:00.000-07:002011-07-03T16:30:20.672-07:00Mazda zoomzzzz to the top!<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-h26_dn3NKjA/ThD68j517QI/AAAAAAAABbc/u8yTf3sP0ZA/s1600/2011-mazda-mx-5-special-edition_100339804_m.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-h26_dn3NKjA/ThD68j517QI/AAAAAAAABbc/u8yTf3sP0ZA/s400/2011-mazda-mx-5-special-edition_100339804_m.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5625271852922694914" /></a><br /><br />Ford Plummets In J.D. Power Initial Quality; Honda, Lexus, <em><strong>Mazda</strong></em> Soar<br /><br /> <br />J.D. Power and Associates' 2011 Initial Quality Study (IQS) is out, and the results are interesting: 2011 is worse than 2010 in general, Ford takes a beating, dropping from 5th to 23rd, <strong><em>while Mazda rises from 18th to 5th </em></strong>and Honda and Lexus score top honors.<br /><br />Lexus scores the best for the 2011 model year, with 73 problems per 100 vehicles on average. Honda moves from 6th in 2010 to second overall, with Acura, Mercedes-Benz, <strong><em>and Mazda rounding out the top five.</em></strong><br />The kicker here is that vehicles launched for the 2011 model year scored 10 percent worse than 2010's launch vehicles, scoring 122 problems per 100 vehicles, up from 111 in 2010. The reason? J.D. Power cites two problematic categories: engine/transmission and infotainment/navigation systems.<br /><br />Powertrain problems boil down to consumers not liking the way more fuel-economy-focused programming makes vehicles hesitate during acceleration, or the reluctance to downshift. But it's the tech-related problem that's more interesting.<br /><br />Saying carmakers need to make sure their infotainment/navigation systems are "ready for prime time," J.D. Power notes that vehicle owners find the latest systems unintuitive and sometimes that they don't work as intended at all. The fix? Making the technology, "reliable, seamless and easy for owners to operate while they are driving." Seems like a no-brainer, right?<br /><br />As for Ford's plummet, it fell due to it MyFord Touch system. The advanced infotainment system was criticized by owners for its lack of intuitive operation and problems with the voice command system. It wasn't all bad news for Ford, however, as the F-150 and Taurus won awards in their segments.<br /><br />Honda led the overall segment win count with seven cars taking awards. Lexus scored wins for four vehicles: the ES, GS, GX and LS models. Other award winners include Chevrolet and Mercedes-Benz, each scoring class wins for the HHR and Tahoe, and GLK and E-Class, respectively. <strong><em>Mazda's MX-5 Miata won its segment</em></strong>, while Cadillac scored with the Escalade and Chrysler's Town & Country took the minivan segment.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />http://www.ocmazda.com<div class="blogger-post-footer">http://www.ocmazda.com</div>OC Auto Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07271829321261631858noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4263517020558966033.post-10046243870547582332011-06-14T16:16:00.000-07:002011-06-14T16:28:44.799-07:00Used Car Prices At An All-Time High<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-PbE4sNUmId4/TffukagbulI/AAAAAAAABZg/DpA9fesc4ts/s1600/Used-Mazda-31.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-PbE4sNUmId4/TffukagbulI/AAAAAAAABZg/DpA9fesc4ts/s400/Used-Mazda-31.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5618221369526041170" /></a>Used car prices are at an all-time high, experts say, making this a great time to get rid of your extra or unneeded vehicles for the best possible price.<div><br /></div><div>The rise in the used car market is a result of simple supply and demand. Drivers are using their cars for longer these days, many putting off buying a new car due to the economy, new car prices, and gas prices. Some people will hold onto their cars for 10 years before they decide to sell.</div><div><br /></div><div>In addition to people holding onto their cars, new car sales are a bit slow and have been for the past few years and leasing is down. It all adds up to one thing: less used cars on the market.</div><div><br /></div><div>This market won't last for long so now is the time to bring in that car of yours with a few miles on it and get a price that you may not get next year.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://www.ocmazda.com</div>OC Auto Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07271829321261631858noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4263517020558966033.post-45400129630663883252011-06-08T13:06:00.000-07:002011-06-08T13:12:57.809-07:00Why We Jumped on Facebook<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-V9iN5bRO0mY/Te_XjBlOpnI/AAAAAAAABZY/-yFR67M0kxM/s1600/Facebook_Badge.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 96px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-V9iN5bRO0mY/Te_XjBlOpnI/AAAAAAAABZY/-yFR67M0kxM/s400/Facebook_Badge.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5615944257074275954" /></a><div><br /></div><div>this is why we started a <a href="http://facebook.com/ocmazda">Facebook Page!</a> read below....<br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-weight: bold; font-size: medium; "><a href="http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1779818111" hovercard="/ajax/hovercard/user.php?id=1779818111" style="cursor: pointer; color: rgb(59, 89, 152); text-decoration: none; ">David Starkman</a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; "><span class="Apple-style-span" ><span class="messageBody" ft="{"type":3}" style="line-height: 14px; "><div id="id_4defd539916333a26415078" class="text_exposed_root text_exposed" style="display: inline; ">Wow all i can say is thank you to Tustin Mazda and to John Pattrson and Jim Feinstein and all</div></span></span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; "><span class="Apple-style-span" ><span class="messageBody" ft="{"type":3}" style="line-height: 14px; "><div class="text_exposed_root text_exposed" style="display: inline; ">the</div></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 14px; font-size: medium; "> other great people at Tustin Mazda. </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 14px; font-size: medium; "><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 14px; font-size: medium; ">My Dad purchased a used car from Jim for my daughter </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 14px; font-size: medium; ">(his granddaughter) for graduation. </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 14px; font-size: medium; "><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 14px; font-size: medium; ">She had no clue as to what was happening, we hid it in his garage and told her, her grandfather was having a pr<span class="text_exposed_show" style="display: inline; ">oblem with the garage door and needed her help to open it. </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 14px; font-size: medium; "><span class="text_exposed_show" style="display: inline; "><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 14px; font-size: medium; "><span class="text_exposed_show" style="display: inline; ">When the door opened and she saw the car she started crying and all she could say over and over was thank you thank you thank you... </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 14px; font-size: medium; "><span class="text_exposed_show" style="display: inline; "><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 14px; font-size: medium; "><span class="text_exposed_show" style="display: inline; ">Again i want to thank Tustin Mazda and all the crew there for in both my father and my opinion THE BEST CAR BUYING EXPERIENCE EITHER OF US HAS EVER HAD.</span></span></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://www.ocmazda.com</div>OC Auto Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07271829321261631858noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4263517020558966033.post-67122391983678065962011-06-06T16:34:00.000-07:002011-06-06T16:57:45.835-07:00Buying a Car Doesn't Have to Be a Battle<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-DSnoBYUywlA/Te1pWxF0D0I/AAAAAAAABZA/UMVIFm10I_Y/s1600/woman-car-keys.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-DSnoBYUywlA/Te1pWxF0D0I/AAAAAAAABZA/UMVIFm10I_Y/s400/woman-car-keys.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5615260150256635714" /></a><br /><div><br /></div><div>Do you get anxious when you think about buying a new car?</div><div><br /></div><div>Do you feel like you're about to go to war with the dealership and that there will only be one winner? </div><div><br /></div><div>Do you see the car dealer as someone who can actually help you or simply as the enemy? </div><div><br /></div><div>If you're like most people, based on your past experiences and what you read in the media, you see folks like us as shallow, greedy creatures bent on taking every last dime out of your pocket.</div><div><br /></div><div>Well we are acutely aware of this perception. And the fact of the matter is that it is very, very far from reality when it comes to The OC Auto Team (OC Mazda and Tustin Hyundai dealerships).<br /><div><br /></div><div>We take the <b>Servant Leader Approach </b>to all our transactions in order to provide you with the best experience possible. One that you would feel so good about you will tell all your friends and family and spread the word that we are what we strive to be: a reputable and honest car dealer that gets the best deals for our customers.</div><div><br /></div><div>So what else does being a Servant Leader mean for you when it comes to buying a car?</div><div><br /></div><div>It means five things:</div><div><br /></div><div>1. We are going to listen to you.</div><div><br /></div><div>2. We will do whatever we can to make your experience easy and fulfilling.</div><div><br /></div><div>3. We will go the extra yard to get you exactly what you want.</div><div><br /></div><div>4. We will treat you like a member of our family and not as "the enemy".</div><div><br /></div><div>5. We will do what we say we are going to do.</div><div><br /></div><div>This is the kind of stuff EVERYBODY talks about and it's very easy for us to sit here and write about it. But we want you to challenge us by coming in and experience it for yourself. Because this is not easy stuff, it's actually quite hard. We know it's what separates us from everyone else and that once you experience it you'll see how a modern car dealer operates: open, accessible and here to make your buying experience special.</div><div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://www.ocmazda.com</div>OC Auto Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07271829321261631858noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4263517020558966033.post-23252679711492599022011-06-01T14:31:00.000-07:002011-06-01T14:36:40.843-07:00Get Ready for the Summer Driving Season<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Ig8SmIuns9c/TeawzlpQxRI/AAAAAAAABYk/__6whZx7_AQ/s1600/summerdrivingmazda.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Ig8SmIuns9c/TeawzlpQxRI/AAAAAAAABYk/__6whZx7_AQ/s400/summerdrivingmazda.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613368385888896274" /></a><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34); font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 18px; "><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; "><br /></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; "><b>Warm weather is just around the corner. Is your car ready?</b></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; ">Like winter, the summer driving months have their own unique challenges. While you might not curse a non-working heater, you’ll surely be just as unhappy about an AC system that doesn’t blow cold — or an engine that overheats. Maybe you’ll be wearing a T-shirt and shorts instead of a sweater — but you’ll still be just as stuck.</p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; ">To dodge the bullet, take time now to think about the following:</p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; "><strong style="font-weight: bold; ">Does your car’s AC system work?</strong></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; ">Now (when it’s still cold) is the time to check it out; if you wait until you need it, not only will you be sweating, you’ll be waiting in line along with all the others who are trying to get their car slotted in for service.</p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; ">Just as you’re more likely to get a good deal on a 4×4 in the middle of summer, you’re more likely to be able to get a fast turnaround on AC service while it’s still technically winter (or at least, still feels like it is).</p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; ">Also, it’s smart policy to run the AC system during the winter months anyhow. Doing so circulates lubricant along with refrigerant — and helps keep the system in good working order.</p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; "><strong style="font-weight: bold; ">How ’bout them bulbs?</strong></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; ">You might not realize you’re driving around with a burned out brake light — until Johnny Law reminds you (possibly, with a piece of “payin’ paper” for defective equipment).</p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; ">During the cold months, most of us try to get into and out of the car — and back to where it’s warm — as quickly as possible. So we may not notice burned out lights or other such things. This is why it’s smart to do a “walk around” of the car on the first nice day you get. Have someone sit in the driver’s seat and work the brake pedal and turn signals, emergency flashers and high and low beams. Fix anything that needs fixing.</p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; "><strong style="font-weight: bold; ">Wipe away your cares</strong></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; ">Next to keeping track of tire pressure, the candidate for Most Neglected Basic Check has to be failure to give the windshield wiper blades a once over — and almost certainly a mandatory replacement with a fresh set. Winter is extra hard on windshield wiper blades; cold hardens the rubber and road salt/debris ruins their “edge” — leaving you in Streak City come the next big downpour.</p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; ">The general rule is blades should be replaced twice yearly, at the beginning/end of each season. The job is generally very easy; no tools or special skills required. But if you’re leery about doing it yourself, don’t sweat it. Auto parts joints that sell replacement wiper blades will usually offer to help install them (for free) if you ask.</p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; "><strong style="font-weight: bold; ">Keeping your cool</strong></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; ">Well, keeping your engine’s cool, at any rate. Check your records and makes sure the car’s cooling system is up to date, service-wise.</p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; ">Belts and hoses are generally good for about four years from new; after that, they should be closely checked to see whether they ought to be replaced (so they don’t burst/fly apart and leave you stuck).</p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; ">Anti-freeze level and condition should also be checked. You can easily check the level (engine cold!) by removing the radiator cap or checking the level in the coolant recovery tank — and topping off (with the right type) as necessary. Be sure you use the right type of coolant. Red/orange “long life” coolant and standard “green” coolant aren’t supposed to be mixed.</p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; ">Be aware that even “long life” coolant doesn’t last forever — and unless you like to pay for expensive radiator/cooling system repairs/replacements, have a shop check the condition of the stuff at least every 2-3 years.</p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; "><strong style="font-weight: bold; ">General de-gunking</strong></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; ">Over the winter, certain areas of your car will accumulate a layer of grime that not only looks nasty, it provides a place for moisture (and eventually, rust) to get where you don’t want it. For example, the door jambs/rocker sills, the underside of the trunk, around the gasket that seals it when closed, etc.</p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; ">A good time to deal with this is after you wash the exterior of the car. Using an old, throw-away towel, just wipe down the door jambs, trunk lid seal and so on. Usually, the grime comes right up. Your car will look better, the weather stripping will last longer and you’ll probably avoid rust for longer.</p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; ">It’s also a good idea to pop the hood and check to see whether the drainage/venting area near the cowl (at the base of the windshield) is free of old leaves and so on. Remove/clean that area out as needed.</p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; "><strong style="font-weight: bold; ">Inspection detection</strong></p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; ">Another small item that’s either put on the “do it later” roster or forgotten entirely is making sure all required county/state inspections are up to date.</p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; ">Many states have both an annual or bi-annual smog check (emissions) as well as an annual state safety inspection — plus county decal and license plate registration, etc.</p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; ">Some of these require taking a couple hours off to go to a designated inspection station and hope you don’t get stuck behind 15 other cars waiting for the same inspection you need to get. These things are best dealt with on your terms, when it’s convenient for you. Don’t wait until the day before your sticker expires. Git ‘er done ahead of the pack.</p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; ">It’ll get rid of one more potential hassle before the summer driving season arrives!</p><p style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 30px; margin-bottom: 1.1em; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-weight: inherit; font-size: 1.05em; font-family: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; line-height: 1.5em; "><i>Written by Eric Peters of the National Motorists Association</i></p></span><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://www.ocmazda.com</div>OC Auto Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07271829321261631858noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4263517020558966033.post-6416397350572794982011-05-31T14:19:00.000-07:002011-05-31T14:28:31.658-07:00Mazda3 Hits 3 Million Mark<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Udy4HCAOwx8/TeVdVBki8cI/AAAAAAAABYU/wMHoNGtQTEQ/s1600/2012%2BMazda3%2BSKYACTIV_08_0_0.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 205px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Udy4HCAOwx8/TeVdVBki8cI/AAAAAAAABYU/wMHoNGtQTEQ/s400/2012%2BMazda3%2BSKYACTIV_08_0_0.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5612995126367547842" /></a><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" ><div>Seven years and ten months after the first Mazda3 rolled off the factory floor, it has become the fastest selling car in Mazda's history.</div></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" ><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" >The Mazda3 generates more than 30% of our total sales.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium; "><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: georgia; font-size: medium; ">Senior managing executive officer of research and development at Mazda, Hirotaka Kanazawa, recently spoke about the milestone in a recent report. He said,</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" ><blockquote style="margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 15px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 60px; font-style: italic; background-position: 0% 0%; "><p>“The Mazda3 embodies all three elements of Mazda’s DNA: Distinctive Design, Exceptional Functionality, and Responsive Handling and Driving Performance. Its sustained global success has seen it grow into Mazda’s mainstay model, and it now comprises a third of all Mazda vehicle sales.</p><p>“As we celebrate reaching three million units, I would like to thank the millions of Mazda3 customers for their support and reaffirm Mazda’s commitment to delivering outstanding environmental and safety performance balanced with driving pleasure that goes beyond your expectations.”</p></blockquote></span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://www.ocmazda.com</div>OC Auto Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07271829321261631858noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4263517020558966033.post-39755065235195287812011-05-26T11:10:00.000-07:002011-05-26T11:12:04.971-07:00Meet Airyn Simpson Our eBay Sales Expert<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hjtK_iccXCE/Td6XxvZIF-I/AAAAAAAABYM/RORzoHYtqxg/s1600/AirynSimpson.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 296px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hjtK_iccXCE/Td6XxvZIF-I/AAAAAAAABYM/RORzoHYtqxg/s400/AirynSimpson.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5611089066541455330" /></a><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hjtK_iccXCE/Td6XxvZIF-I/AAAAAAAABYM/RORzoHYtqxg/s1600/AirynSimpson.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><div>We are having a lot of fun on eBay right now and you guys should join us over there if you are looking to sell or buy a used car.</div><div><br /></div><div>Here is the link to our page: Just click <a href="http://motors.shop.ebay.com/ocautoteam/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=">here</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div>Sometimes things just work out... like when we decide to commit to a new cool way to do business (eBay) and then discover the perfect person to do it really well.</div><div><br /></div><div>Airyn Simpson has gone from Sales Assistant to Resident eBay expert in a matter of days for one reason only: She will do whatever it takes to match a person with the car they are seeking.</div><div><br /></div><div>Want a story? Here's one from yesterday...</div><div><br /></div><div>She was asked about a particular part located on the underside of a vehicle we had on eBay. The buyer was curious about its condition. So Airyn told him to wait a few minutes and she would call him back.</div><div><br /></div><div>So she goes outside, finds the car, <b>CLIMBS UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE</b>, and snaps a photo of the particular part.</div><div><br /></div><div>She took the picture on her phone so she could then send it directly to the customer.</div><div><br /></div><div>How cool is that?</div><div><br /></div><div>ALOT of companies say they will do <i>whatever it takes to service a customer </i>but very few are really willing to <b>literally get down and dirty</b> to do it. And that is because it takes special folks like Airyn to make that happen.</div><div><br /></div><div>Thanks Airyn for all you do for our customers and for being such a special member of The OC Auto Team!</div><div><br /></div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://www.ocmazda.com</div>OC Auto Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07271829321261631858noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4263517020558966033.post-88188112210456589722011-05-25T16:11:00.000-07:002011-05-25T16:23:31.476-07:00The Mazda Family Congratulates John Patterson<div>...for being named as an Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year for Orange County! </div><div><br /></div><div>If you click on the image below, it will enlarge it.</div><div><br /></div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-slwfW7G4QxI/Td2PEGS-wZI/AAAAAAAABX8/1xh_QwjOb6s/s1600/Congrats%2BJP.png" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 296px; height: 400px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-slwfW7G4QxI/Td2PEGS-wZI/AAAAAAAABX8/1xh_QwjOb6s/s400/Congrats%2BJP.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5610798011345977746" /></a><br /><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /><div><br /></div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://www.ocmazda.com</div>OC Auto Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07271829321261631858noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4263517020558966033.post-25888724043910449872011-05-20T14:27:00.000-07:002011-05-20T14:28:31.733-07:00Cool Mazda3 Review<iframe width="490" height="349" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/REE59Ww_iS4?rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br />Last time we checked, we had over 100 Mazda3s on the lot!<div class="blogger-post-footer">http://www.ocmazda.com</div>OC Auto Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07271829321261631858noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4263517020558966033.post-31298057280891198172011-05-13T12:20:00.000-07:002011-05-13T12:21:30.974-07:00What We Can Promise You at The OC Auto Team<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Ph04JipCdRY/Tc2EsCKr1aI/AAAAAAAABXk/HPH3z4Lt4Qs/s1600/OC%2BAuto%2BTeam%2BLogo%2B718X250.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 106px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Ph04JipCdRY/Tc2EsCKr1aI/AAAAAAAABXk/HPH3z4Lt4Qs/s320/OC%2BAuto%2BTeam%2BLogo%2B718X250.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5606283003176932770" /></a><br /><div>So why would you want to work at a car dealer anyway?</div><div><br /></div><div>Isn't it a lot of pressure and not a lot of fun?</div><div><br /></div><div>Well, we don't see it that way and a lot of companies say this, but we really mean it:</div><div><br /></div><div>We're a team at <b>The OC Auto Team.</b></div><div><br /></div><div>OK, easy to say... but what does that mean?</div><div><br /></div><div>It means we believe in coming together to <b>do GREAT things</b>. </div><div><br /></div><div>Not easy things, not simple things, not even good things...<b>GREAT things.</b></div><div><br /></div><div>Because nobody can do anything great alone.</div><div><br /></div><div>So we strive to achieve great things by making four promises to our customers and teammates.</div><div><br /></div><div><b>1. Provide every customer with ENGAGED TEAM MEMBERS.</b> Team members that will listen to you, communicate honestly and treat you with respect. We expect our teammates to do the same for each other.</div><div><i><br /></i></div><div><b>2. Create a loyalty experience for the customer. </b>Make the visiting experience a memorable one, one that makes you feel good..so good that you will want to share it with others. We will work hard to earn the customer's loyalty and we will create a workplace that builds loyalty among the members of our team. We know it's a two-way street. That your loyalty depends on ours.</div><div><br /></div><div><b>3. Support our neighbors with community service. </b>To serve our community is an honor and we are duty bound to assist wherever and whenever we can. We will be <b>Servant Leaders</b>to our teammates and never ask a team member to do something we wouldn't do.</div><div><br /></div><div>4. <b>Always think of the Big Picture.</b> We don't just want to serve you or our teammates for one day or one moment. We want you to be a part of something ongoing, something special because of its consistency, principles and values. And it starts with the feeling of being privileged to serve and believing that we can meet and exceed the needs, wants and desires of all our customers and teammates.</div><div><br /></div><div>That's it. That's the plan. If you'd like to be a part of it...let us know!</div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://www.ocmazda.com</div>OC Auto Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07271829321261631858noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4263517020558966033.post-85711214552869102312011-05-10T14:54:00.000-07:002011-05-10T15:02:20.347-07:00Incredible Review of the 2011 MX-5<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fauxEvWVyJ8/Tcm1wqibPJI/AAAAAAAABXE/9A76d-UJpSc/s1600/2011MAZDA-MX-5.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 206px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fauxEvWVyJ8/Tcm1wqibPJI/AAAAAAAABXE/9A76d-UJpSc/s320/2011MAZDA-MX-5.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5605211058896321682" /></a><br /><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial; font-size: medium; "><div>Zack Spencer of the Vancouver Sun has a great review of the 2011 MX-5:</div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" ><p><br /></p><p>"I can clearly remember the excitement that surrounded the arrival of the original Mazda Miata back in the late-1980s.</p><p>There was nothing like it on the road, let alone a roadster of any kind. The popularity of the Miata single-handedly brought about the revival of the roadster.</p><p>Shortly after the Miata's initial success, the BMW Z3, Mercedes SLK and Porsche Boxster arrived for drivers wanting some open-air fun. Convertible fever was back.</p><p>Over the years Mazda has resisted the urge to stray from the original concept. The Miata, now called MX-5, has always been a small, lightweight 4-cylinder in keeping with the roadster tradition made popular by MG, Triumph, Alpha Romeo and others.</p><p>The popularity of the MX-5 might have waned over the years, but it has never been more fun to drive than the current model.</p><p><b></b></p><p><b>THE SKIN</b></p><p>The MX-5 is small -but good things come in small packages. The compact dimensions provide a lightweight and nimble package that is the heart of this car. If the MX-5 was bigger it would weigh more and lose its fun-to-drive character. In addition, it is very easy to slot the MX-5 through traffic, and it's a snap to parallel park. When Mazda decided to add a retractable hardtop in 2007 they went to great lengths to minimize the amount of space it required in the trunk and only added 36kg of weight. The retractable hardtop is only available on the mid-priced GS and high-end GT trim. For almost $3,000 it is a bit expensive but worth the added protection from the elements and is safer and warmer than the base cloth roof. The silhouette might not be as attractive when the roof is up, but the MX-5 looks fantastic with the roof down.</p><p></p><p><b>THE COCKPIT</b></p><p>In keeping with the simple and classic design of the MX-5 roadster, Mazda has kept the interior as clean as it needs to be. You won't find a navigation screen, power seats or unnecessary adornments; the MX-5 is fantastic for what it isn't -bulky. Sure, Bluetooth, Sat radio, leather heated seats and a power roof are all optional but not necessary. It is interesting to note that even though this little car is low to the ground, the driver's seat is high enough in the cabin to provide a commanding view of the road, and the retractable hardtop offers excellent outward visibility. Since the driver sits higher in the car, it has a physiological effect of making the MX-5 less vulnerable in city traffic. Let's not kid ourselves, this is a little car and really only practical for a single person or couple, but the interior room is surprisingly good and the trunk puts other roadsters to shame, especially ones with retractable hardtops.</p><p></p><p><b>THE RIDE</b></p><p>All of the attention to weight reduction and Mazda's tireless improvements to the MX-5 have come together to make this classic roadster about as much fun to drive as one could hope for. Dollar for dollar the MX-5 provides as many smiles as any car on the road. With 167hp, the 2.0-litre 4-cylinder is more than willing at any speed. In the city, it has great pull away from traffic lights, and the engine has excellent mid-range torque for effortless in-town cruising. When pushed hard, the engine and exhaust note is pleasing but can be a bit tiring over a long period. The same is true on the highway as the 6-speed manual transmission is geared to keep the revs up. Engine noise is yet another reason the hardtop is worth consideration, plus it helps reduce wind and road noise on the highway. Handling is first rate, yet the suspension is supple enough for daily use. As a city commuter car the MX-5 is a wonderful alternative to buying a compact car.</p><p></p><p><b>THE GOOD, THE BAD</b></p><p>Good: With over 20 years of refinement, the Mazda MX-5 is still one of the best roadsters available anywhere.</p><p>Bad: The "chick car" handle the MX-5 has been given is way off base (sorry Lisa). This is a fantastic car for all.</p><p></p><p><b>ZACK'S VERDICT</b></p><p>With a starting price of $28,995, the MX-5 is a bit pricey and the size is limiting for duty as the sole vehicle in a household. If you are looking for a second car to augment a larger family vehicle, the MX-5 is a perfect city runabout. The compact dimensions along with the ability to drop the roof at any time can turn a boring commute into a special moment. It is too bad that heated seats are only available on the top GT trim because this is one luxury that can transform a cool spring day into a top down day. The mid-priced GS starts at almost $34,000 and the top GT seen here is almost $40,000. Keep in mind that there are no other roadsters available at the base price, only 4-seat convertibles. To get a true roadster, expect to pay a lot more. The MX-5 is like a jewel that has been polished over the past 20-plus years. It shines brighter than ever."</p><p></p><p><b><br /></b></p></span><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://www.ocmazda.com</div>OC Auto Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07271829321261631858noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4263517020558966033.post-90215466332361204482011-05-02T09:35:00.000-07:002011-05-02T09:47:11.366-07:00Social Media Wrap-Up for April<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ay2bRkOvV9U/Tb7fpQ6kGXI/AAAAAAAABU0/8EHaaSCJqdU/s1600/Facebook_Badge.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 96px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ay2bRkOvV9U/Tb7fpQ6kGXI/AAAAAAAABU0/8EHaaSCJqdU/s400/Facebook_Badge.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5602160886503709042" /></a><br /><div><br /></div><div>Have you visited <a href="http://facebook.com/ocmazda">our Facebook page</a>?</div><br /><div>Or discovered us on<a href="http://twitter.com/ocmazda"> Twitter </a>yet?<div><br /></div><div>We are having a lot of fun using these tools to connect with you and offer special deals and events that can only be accessed through these sites.</div><div>April was a particularly fun month as we wrapped up our <b>Social Media Songwriting Challenge</b> on Facebook and also offered another <b>$200 Gas Card</b> to one lucky winner.</div><div><br /></div><div>The Songwriting Challenge was a contest to create a jingle that we will actually use on TV and radio as well as an opportunity for <b>someone to win $2,000!</b></div><div><br /></div><div>We have close to 20 submissions which is amazing if you see how many people are on our Facebook page and the fact that each person had to write a jingle, record it, make a video of it and then upload that video to Facebook. That's a lot more work than just clicking the LIKE button!</div><div><br /></div><div>We have such a great community of Orange County Mazda supporters and we are continually amazed at how talented and enthusiastic you all are.</div><div><br /></div><div>Thanks for giving us such a great month and here's to an even more fun month of May!</div><div><br /></div></div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://www.ocmazda.com</div>OC Auto Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07271829321261631858noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4263517020558966033.post-83124462014127674682011-04-26T11:29:00.000-07:002011-04-26T11:33:26.409-07:00Mazda Shows Off Macho SUV That Sips Gas<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-EFfyHLGXGQE/TbcP7NVHCjI/AAAAAAAABUs/xYLBJsAx3LU/s1600/minagix-large.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-EFfyHLGXGQE/TbcP7NVHCjI/AAAAAAAABUs/xYLBJsAx3LU/s400/minagix-large.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5599962171523402290" /></a><div>By Chris Woodyard, USA TODAY</div><div><br /><br />Mazda is showing off a fairly macho crossover SUV concept at the New York auto show that has a fairly economical powertrain.<br /><br />It's being called the Minagi, a concept SUV that will be produced as the CX-5. It was given Mazda's latest design direction, one that will apply to all of its future vehicles. it's supposed to remind you of a cheetah, fastest animal on earth.<br /><br />"I felt a compact SUV was the perfect vehicle to express agility and focused movement; the flexibility of four limbs moving in unison, and in an upright posture," said Masashi Nakayama, Chief Designer of the concept.<br /><br />The concept also has the latest in Mazda's fuel saving technology -- SkyActiv. The goal is try to squeeze more mileage out of convention gasoline engines without having to go hybrid, with the expense and complexity.<br /><br />The engines gets better gas mileage through better compression, more than a Formula One race car. The engine is more efficient, with a 15% increase in torque and 15% reduction in fuel consumption compared to the current 2-liter gas engine.<br /><br />Weight of the vehicle is reduced by 10%, which also helps fuel economy. Engine friction is reduced by 30%.<br /><br /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">http://www.ocmazda.com</div>OC Auto Teamhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07271829321261631858noreply@blogger.com