Friday, January 27, 2012
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Breakaway
Honda is happy to announce: Ringling Bros. and
Barnum & Bailey Circus is coming to
Greenville, SC in February. How often do you get
the change to be a part of a world class
performance right here in Greenville. Please head
on over to the Breakaway Honda Ticket office at
Bilo Center for tickets. Showtime dates are
February 1-5 2012. 
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Celtic
Woman's breathtaking new show, BELIEVE, features
the all-female singing sensation performing
classic Irish tunes, such as 'The Water Is Wide,'
'Green Grow the Rushes,' 'A Woman's Heart,' and
'The Parting Glass,' timeless pop anthems such as
'Bridge Over Troubled Water' and 'Sailing,' and
inspirational songs including 'You'll Never Walk
Alone' and 'Ave Maria,' with their signature
Celtic Woman twist, under the distinct musical
direction of Emmy-nominated music producer, David
Downes. Celtic Woman's awe-inspiring vocalists and
mesmerizing violinist will be backed by a dazzling
six-piece band, the Aontas Choir, and renowned
championship Irish dancer.
Saturday, December 24, 2011
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Thursday, August 25, 2011
Sunday, August 14, 2011
Motor Trend Rates Acura ZDX
 Verdict: 2010 Acura ZDXSpace Invader By Mike Febbo Photography by Motor Trend Staff   | | | The sign of any good design is when it causes strong reactions, negative or positive. Our long-term ZDX certainly didn't leave our editors on middle ground. Even a full year and 25,000 miles later, opinions are still split on whether Acura hit the nail square on the head with its swoopy crossover or whacked its thumb in a painful blunder. The seating position and forward visibility were two of the attributes universally praised in our ZDX. In contrast, the rear seats were universally despised. Associate online editor Benson Kong surmised the ZDX was designed for rear passengers no taller than 5 feet. While this fits fine with online production manager Kirill Ougarov's assertion that we should call the ZDX a 2+2, it doesn't jibe with the reality that it is in fact a large four-door vehicle. The design, fit and finish, and interior quality caused consternation as well. Everyone seemed to appreciate the button labels, which disappear when inactive, but the sheer number of buttons caused some drivers to flash into a control-clicking overload. One editor actually took the time and counted 83 buttons, switches, and knobs, excluding window, mirror, or wiper controls, leading him to refer to the interior as "a button orgy." The interior is a mix of materials and textures. Some look almost exotic, while others look straight out of Honda's entry-level offerings. On the dash alone there are three different materials that all look like leather. One of them certainly must be real leather, but that just illustrates that the others aren't. Senior editor Jonny Lieberman was so impressed with the carpet that he even compared it with that in an English car. The trunk area is also littered with cubbies and covered storage areas. It may cut down on overall space, but it makes for convenient spots to hide valuables and keeps the floor flat for easy loading. We were surprised by just how much cargo fits in the rear, especially with the seats folded down. Acura says the crossover's demographic is empty-nesters seeking something a little more stylish and sporty than a typical sedan. If that is the case, it might be the perfect vehicle for antiquing one weekend and hauling grandkids the next. Performance probably is not the highest priority for those empty-nesters, either. While everyone on staff was impressed with the ZDX's handling, helped out by near-flawless all-wheel drive and a wide track, many of the drivers felt it disappoints in the power department. Ougarov and Truck Trendeditor Allyson Harwood wanted more "oomph" and feel that "300 horsepower just doesn't cut it anymore." Executive editor Edward Loh logged, "The sensations of sound and vibration are probably the best part of the ZDX driving experience," but added, "Too bad the rate of acceleration just doesn't match that fantastic soundtrack." Our ZDX took 6.8 seconds to get from 0-60 mph and ran through the quarter mile in 15.3 seconds at 91.5. For a comparison, the last time we tested a BMW X6 xDrive35i, we recorded numbers of 5.9 seconds for 0-60 and 14.5 seconds at 95.2 for the quarter mile. To be fair, this was the X6 with the six-speed transmission. We haven't retested since the SUV has been fitted with a newer, more advanced eight-speed transmission, which BMW claims has improved 0-60 by over two-tenths. The numbers look big on paper, but will most owners care? In contrast to the other comments, associate editor Scott Evans wrote, "It isn't a sports car and it really doesn't look like one, so I don't find myself expecting more from it. It's got plenty of power for merging and passing on the freeway, and that's really all it needs." What this vehicle also definitely needs is the Blind-Spot Information System in our Advance trim level. Visibility is compromised by the swooping rooflines and thick pillars, making lane changes a constant adventure. The same goes for the standard backup camera and proximity sensors. With the Tech package, the ZDX uses a camera with multiple viewing options and the center-mounted navigation screen instead of the tiny screen mounted in the rearview mirror. Both of these features make the big Acura livable in traffic and parking lots. We can't imagine the bumps and scrapes our ZDX would have had without the electronic help, so we urge potential customers to order the Tech package. Aside from the few complaints, our Acura was near bulletproof over its year of living in the long-term fleet. It recorded no additional expenses on top of the $406.58 in scheduled maintenance. Dealership service was always fast and efficient, although on our last trip in we were made as "Motor Trendguys," so the extra-friendly service may have been a little bit over the top. The ZDX served us as highway cruiser, light off-roader, and around-town commuter. While the 19 mpg average fuel economy might be a little low for some, overall we were pleased with the performance. But we got stuck on a few of its faults. Lieberman summed it up: "Strange days require a strange vehicle. There are some things about the ZDX I love, some I hate. As a driver, I found the whole car totally polarizing. As in I couldn't make up my mind mile to mile. In a lot of ways, the ZDX is like a cheaper BMW X6, only not all that much [$430] cheaper." From the logbook "The ZDX is attention-getting, with most admiring stares coming from the drivers of luxury sedans and coupes, plus several 'WTF??'-type glances from older folks."
"I dare anyone not armed with the owner's manual to switch from Trip A to Trip B in under 5 minutes. I don't think it's possible."
"There's some practicality in the ZDX, too. While the Acura's cargo area may not be the biggest around, the four closed compartments were helpful. The large enclosed compartment in the center of the cargo area is perfect for storing a tennis racket or a huge Acura "Thor" press kit while you're transporting plants above it."
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Wednesday, July 22, 2009
New Web Site helps consumers in Greenville with Cash for Clunkers
www.cashforclunkerscarolinas.com - New consumer information website educates consumers in Greenville about Cash for Clunkers
Greenville – www.Cashforclunkerscarolinas.com was launched to help consumers in Greenville learn how they can turn a $500 trade-in car into a $4,500 trade-in by turning in an older, less fuel efficient vehicle for a government funded voucher worth up to $4,500 toward the purchase of a new car with improved gas mileage of one to ten miles per gallon, depending on the vehicle purchased. In addition to the government’s program, some large dealer groups who have a lot of excess inventory are offering extraordinary incentives to consumers who qualify and who don’t qualify for the government’s program. After all the incentives, consumers can drive away in some cars for monthly payments of less than $5 per day.
The government has set up a website to give consumers access to the legislation (http://www.cars.gov/index.php/official-information), but dealers have the job of making it simple for consumers who have been directed by the NHTSA to work through a participating dealer to retrieve their government funded rebate. www.cashforclunkerscarolinas.com is leading the private sector efforts to educate consumers through www.cashforclunkerscarolinas.com and www.DineroPorSuCarcacha.com, consumer information sites that help buyers learn about the program, determine if they qualify and connect with dealers who can give them pricing information on the new car they want.
www.cashforclunkerscarolinas.com is a consumer information portal, not a government website, so it is designed to give the consumer a simple summary of the program with tips on how to maximize the amount of the rebate based on the car they decide to buy. The NHTSA, the government agency administering the program, says, "You are not required to sign up or enroll in this program. Participating new car dealers will apply a credit, reducing the price you pay at the time of your purchase or lease, provided the vehicle meets the program requirements." To make it easy for consumers to connect with a participating dealer online rather than wasting gas driving around town, the website helps consumers inquire directly to the dealer to get pricing information from the comfort of their home.
One of the most popular features on the site is their Clunker Calculator, or MPG calculator, which helps consumers quickly determine if their current vehicle meets the 18 mpg or less requirement to qualify for the $4,500 voucher. The site also includes all of the vehicles that are ideal candidates for the $3,500 and $4,500 vouchers and helps consumers inquire online to get product, pricing and payment information directly from the dealer. The website gives consumers a five step process that makes it easy to take advantage of the program. Spanish speaking consumers can visit www.DineroPorSuCarcacha.com. Both websites are sponsored by www.cashforclunkerscarolinas.com in an effort to help educate the public about this historic opportunity. “We don’t expect to sell every clunker consumer in the market, but we want to make it easy for them to take advantage of the opportunity regardless of who they buy a car from,” said Dealer Name. “We have sponsored the regional consumer information portal for www.CashForClunkersInformation.org, a national organization that has promoted the bill since its inception in congress,” said Dealer Name.
Celebrities Support www.CashForClunkersInformation.org
CashForClunkersInformation.org and its regional consumer information sites have received an important push from celebrities like Dancing With The Stars' Cristian de la Fuente and Ugly Betty star Angelica Vale to educate consumers about the program. In addition, Alfonso Aguilar, the former Chief of the U.S. Office of Citizenship, is also a spokesperson for the organization due to the large impact the bill has on the Latino community and other immigrant groups.
“This government subsidy will make it easy for people to get a new car that is a lot less expensive to operate and maintain because of the great gas mileage and lack of repair costs,” said Cristian de la Fuente. “It is great to see the government funded automotive bailout helping hardworking people who need the financial support.” Angelica Vale added, “Finally consumers are getting a bailout, because they are benefiting by up to $4,500 a person.” Since a large number of the clunkers on the road are owned by minorities and immigrants, these communities will benefit significantly from this legislation. “We have passionately supported Cash For Clunkers because of its positive impact on the environment, economy, consumers and its benefits for hundreds of Hispanic American communities whose livelihoods are tied to the auto industry,” said Alfonso Aguilar. “This legislation will create thousands of new jobs for all Americans who work in the many businesses that serve the automotive industry.”
About the Cash for Clunkers Information:
www.CashForClunkersInformation.org is a national organization that has promoted the CARS legislation from its inception in the congress and currently helps consumers learn about the program and connect with local retailers who can help them get product and pricing information. Website is a consumer information portal, not a government website, so it is designed to give the consumer a simple summary of the program with tips on how to maximize the amount of the rebate based on the car they decide to buy. The NHTSA, the government agency administering the program, says, "You are not required to sign up or enroll in this program. Participating new car dealers will apply a credit, reducing the price you pay at the time of your purchase or lease, provided the vehicle meets the program requirements." Our goal is to make it easy for consumers to connect with a participating dealer online rather than wasting gas driving around town. For this reason, consumers can learn about the program on our website and can complete a secured online form to request product and pricing information from a dealer in their market. Consumers appreciate this new way of gathering information online because it is a more pleasant purchase process that saves them time and money. Visit the website for more information about our privacy policy and visitor agreement. To get pricing information from a dealership in your area visit www.cashforclunkerscarolinas.com sponsored by Bradshaw Auto Group, Breakaway Honda, Bradshaw Infiniti, Bradshaw Acura , Bradshaw Chevy, Cadillac, Buick, Pontiac GMC and Saturn of the Carolinas
About the Name – Cash For Clunkers
Our websites refer to all the international and national vehicle scrappage programs as “Cash For Clunkers” because of the popular name given to the concept by the public and the press. While making its way through congress there were many bills with many names so the public and the press commonly referred to all versions of the bill as the “Cash For Clunkers” program. For this reason many consumer information sites, including ours, have utilized this universally understood term to refer to the many programs that exist in the world, some funded by the government (C.A.R.S) and others financed by automotive retailers.
Relevant Websites
www.cashforclunkerscarolinas.com
www.DineroPorSuCarcacha.com
www.CashForClunkersInformation.org
www.Cars.gov