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Trophy Room

Welcome to The Trophy Room! The staff of Lake Norman Chrysler Jeep Dodge already knows that our vehicles are award-winning...and we'd like to share that with you. Below you'll find information about just a few of the awards that Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge vehicles have been winning lately....from the 2009 Dodge Ram's 15+ awards for design and performance...to the Jeep Wrangler's "Top Domestic Brand" award from Kelly Blue Book...to the Chrysler Town & Country's eighth consecutive R.L. Polk Owner Loyalty Award...the awards just keep rolling in!

If you'd like to schedule a test drive or find out more information about any of the award winning Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge vehicles we have, please fill out the contact form to the right.

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OK, so technically it hasn't won an award....yet....but this is too good to miss!




Four Wheeler Magazine Editors Name
Jeep(R) Wrangler Rubicon Best 4x4 Vehicle of the Decade

- Four-door Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
hailed as Most Significant 4x4 -


AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Jan. 6 /PRNewswire/ --

  • Four Wheeler editors refer to creation of four-door Wrangler as "...one of smartest product moves any automotive company has ever made"
  • Jeep Wrangler Unlimited remains the only four-door convertible on the market
  • Four-door icon delivers class-leading off-road capability, everyday practicality and open-air fun
  • Recognition comes on the heels of Jeep brand being named Top Domestic Brand in Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com® 2010 Residual Value Study
  • Nearly 60 percent of Wrangler sales are four-door Wrangler Unlimited model

Four Wheeler magazine editors have named the Jeep® Wrangler Rubicon and Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon the Best 4x4 Vehicle of the Decade, while calling out the four-door Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon as the decade's most significant 4x4 vehicle.

"Jeep vehicles have earned many awards in the almost 70-year history of the iconic brand, but few have been as prestigious as these accolades from the editors at Four Wheeler magazine," said Mike Manley, President and CEO - Jeep Brand, Chrysler Group LLC. "Jeep Wrangler Rubicon is clearly the most capable production vehicle on the planet, and in four-door Unlimited form, families can enjoy the combination of capability, freedom, space and comfort that only Jeep can provide."

In recognizing the 2007-present Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon as the Best 4x4 of the Decade, Four Wheeler magazine editor Doug McColloch said, "The JK (current version) Wrangler represented a big step up in on-road ride and handling for Jeep's flagship ride, yet it's off-road capability wasn't compromised in the least. If anything, it was only enhanced. Considering how competent in the dirt the previous-gen(eration) TJ was, that was no small feat for Chrysler engineers to pull off. But somehow they managed to do it, creating the decade's best four-wheel drive in the process."

In calling the 2007-present Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon the Most Significant SUV of the Decade, editor Sean Holman said, "(The decision to produce a four-door Wrangler) will probably go down in history as one of the smartest product moves any automotive company has ever made. From a Jeep customer perspective, the four-door was pure genius, opening up the sport of 'Jeeping' to families. No longer would you have to choose your kids or your gear. It also made the Jeep brand accessible to people who have always loved the idea of a Wrangler, but never thought the vehicles were large enough or functional enough to fit their lifestyle and/or needs."







Ram Heavy Duty -- 2010 Motor Trend Truck of the Year®
Star Power: The Hardest-Working Truck in Tow Business

December 10, 2009

  • All-new 2010 Ram 2500/3500 Heavy Duty pickups recognized by editors for setting a new benchmark in heavy-duty truck segment
  • All-new 2010 Ram Heavy Duty pickup beats the competition in a series of rigorous tests


The editors of Motor Trend today named the all-new 2010 Ram 2500/3500 Heavy Duty pickups the magazine's "2010 Truck of the Year®."

"To have our all-new 2010 Ram Heavy Duty named Truck of the Year® by the editors of Motor Trend really defines how great this new Ram Heavy Duty pickup is," said Fred Diaz, President and Chief Executive Officer-Ram Truck Brand, Chrysler Group LLC. "The Motor Trend Truck of the Year® Award is like a standing ovation for the Chrysler Group designers, engineers and planners who developed this incredible Ram Heavy Duty Truck."

Motor Trend Truck of the Year® contenders are evaluated using six criteria, which includes design advancement, engineering excellence, intended function, efficiency, safety and value. To be eligible, a vehicle must have been substantially changed from the previous model.

"The 2010 Ram Heavy Duty absolutely nailed the award in terms of our criteria, from the attractive exterior styling, to the plush and quiet cabins, to the tough and capable powertrains, especially the impressive Cummins diesel, which meets 50-state emissions standards without needing expensive after-treatment technology," said Angus MacKenzie, Editor-in-Chief, Motor Trend. "It delivers the capability heavy duty truck users demand, with style and refinement they perhaps did not expect."




2009 Dodge Challenger Named
"Most Satisfying" by Consumer Reports!


















The Dodge Challenger sports coupe was named "Most Satisfying" in a Consumer Reports survey of 380,000 readers asking car owners "Considering all factors (price, performance, reliability, comfort, enjoyment, etc.), would you get this car if you had it to do all over again?"


92 percent of Challenger owners said they would
definitely buy another one give the opportunity!



Jeep® Named Top Domestic Brand in Kelley Blue Book's
kbb.com® 2010 Residual Value Study

  • Jeep® brand boasts highest resale value among all domestic brands
  • Jeep brand resale value improves for 2010 as industry average declines
  • Jeep vehicles projected to retain nearly 36 percent of original retail price after five years of ownership - more than 3 percent above industry average
  • Jeep one of only two brands in top 10 with improved resale value for 2010
Auburn Hills, Mich. , Dec 4, 2009  - 

Buy Jeep®, and get value. Including resale value.

The iconic Jeep brand ranks as the top domestic brand in Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com® 2010 Residual Value Study.

According to the annual resale value analysis, new 2010 Jeep brand vehicles will maintain 35.7 percent of their original value after five years of ownership - more than 3 percent above the industry average.

"This achievement is a testament to the strength and heritage of the Jeep brand," said James Bell, Executive Market Analyst - Kelley Blue Book. "The word 'Jeep' has long stood for strength, portraying the vision of what a Jeep is, and what it can do. The Wrangler has, and continues to be the backbone of this marque, drawing a strong and loyal following, helping to maintain its value."

While eight of the brands in the study's top 10 declined versus their 2009 values - with the industry average declining 1.6 percent - the Jeep brand's resale value improved 2.8 percent for 2010.

"We are pleased that the Jeep brand has been recognized by Kelley Blue Book for earning the highest resale value among domestic brands, and that Jeep has improved significantly in a difficult year that has seen the industry decline," said Mike Manley, President and CEO - Jeep Brand, Chrysler Group LLC. "The Jeep brand's high resale value is a testament to a legendary, iconic brand that provides consumers an array of SUVs that deliver a unique blend of freedom and adventure, capability, best-in-class claims and value."

Jeep vehicles have always been right-sized, never wasteful and deeply respectful of the environment - traits important to all Jeep owners who share a passion for adventure, fun and freedom in whatever they do. The brand's legendary Go Anywhere, Do Anything? heritage is maintained in the widest range of sport-utility vehicles (SUVs) under one brand.

  • Jeep Compass is a compact SUV with a modern, urban design that delivers fun, freedom, utility, best-in-class fuel economy of 29 miles per gallon (mpg) and Jeep 4x4 capability at a terrific value
  • Jeep Patriot is designed to reach younger buyers wanting the credibility, capability and cachet of the Jeep brand at an affordable price with class-leading fuel economy of 29 mpg. Patriot was recently named an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) "Top Safety Pick," and earned the Texas Auto Writers Association's "Compact SUV of Texas" award
  • Jeep Liberty offers legendary Trail Rated® Jeep 4x4 capability combined with a new level of on-road refinement and innovative features, including an industry-exclusive Sky Slider full-length open-canvas roof
  • Jeep Wrangler, the brand icon, remains true to its heritage as the original, extreme fun-and-freedom machine
  • Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is the only four-door convertible SUV on the market with room for five adult passengers
  • Jeep Grand Cherokee, the vehicle that revolutionized the SUV market when it was introduced in 1992, continues as the luxury flagship of the brand with its on-road refinement and off-road capability
  • Jeep Commander, with seating for seven, delivers a best-in-class off-road driving experience with superior on-road ride and handling


Chrysler Group LLC Earns Four 2010 'Top Safety Picks'
From the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety



AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Nov 18, 2009 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --

- 2010 Jeep(R) Patriot, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010 Dodge Avenger and 2010 Dodge Journey named Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Picks

- Chrysler Sebring, Dodge Avenger and Dodge Journey earn IIHS Top Safety Pick honors two years in a row for both the 2009 and 2010 model years

- Chrysler Group demonstrates continued leadership in occupant protection and overall vehicle engineering capability with almost 15 percent of the total IIHS 2010 Top Safety Picks


Four Chrysler Group LLC vehicles have earned 2010 Top Safety Pick Status. Chrysler Group announced today that the 2010 Dodge Journey, the 2010 Chrysler Sebring when equipped with available Electronic Stability Control (ESC), the 2010 Dodge Avenger when equipped with available ESC and the 2010 Jeep(R) Patriot with available seat mounted air bag, are 2010 Top Safety Picks according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

The Chrysler Sebring, Dodge Avenger and Dodge Journey have been awarded IIHS Top Safety Picks for both the 2009 and 2010 model years. The 2010 Jeep Patriot joins the trio in the highest possible rating from the nonprofit research organization.

For the 2010 model year, Chrysler Group products comprise 
almost 15 percent of the total vehicles awarded Top Safety Pick status by the IIHS to automakers. The award recognizes automobiles with ESC that perform well in the Institute's front-impact, side-impact, rear-impact and new for 2010, roof-strength evaluations.

"With the addition of the Jeep(R) Patriot, Chrysler Group has received four Top Safety Picks in the 2010 model year -- a great accomplishment for our company," said Scott Kunselman, Senior Vice President -- Engineering, Chrysler Group LLC. "IIHS' recognition of our products underscores Chrysler Group's engineering capability and leadership in occupant protection."

The 2010 Jeep(R) Patriot, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010 Dodge Avenger and 2010 Dodge Journey encompass a two-fold approach to safety -- passive features combined with accident-avoidance features. Available safety and security features on all four vehicles include ESC with traction control, Brake Assist and Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), driver and front-passenger active head restraints, front seat-mounted side airbags and advanced multi-stage front airbags.

"Chrysler showed the most improvement of any automaker for 2010," said IIHS President Adrian Lund. "These Chrysler, Jeep(R) and Dodge models are part of an elite group that afford the best overall crash protection and have electronic stability control, which can help keep drivers out of crashes altogether."

 Chrysler Group's four Top Safety Picks all feature the company's new active head restraint system for front-seat occupants. This new system augments the head restraints ability to minimize neck injuries caused by rear-impact accidents. In the event of a rear impact, the head restraints deploy to remove the space between the occupants head and the restraint to help minimize whiplash type injuries.





Praise for Town & Country from Autoweek

"This van is nothing short of miraculous in its ability to smoothly absorb miles and miles of highway without complaint," observed one editor who took the Town & Country on long road trips, first at break-in and then a year later as it ended its 32,761 miles and 12 months of heavy use. "Every single bit of this van still works like new, from the power doors and liftgates to the electronics systems, and from the triple-zone air conditioning to the Swivel'N Go seats, he noted.

The Autoweek staff didn't start out as fans of the minivan, but soon learned that they have much merit and declared that the Town & Country made them believers in Chrysler quality and Technology. "For a while there, I might have recommended the Honda or Toyota over the Chrysler, but not now," remarked one staffer.

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Town & Country - Named Consumers Digest Best Buy!

Every year, Consumers Digest auto editors evaluate new cars, trucks, minivans and SUVs by test-driving vehicles in "real world" conditions to see if the vehicle can really hold up to everyday use. Representing the best in functional and safe family transportation in the minivan category, the 2009 Town & Country was recognized with a Consumers Digest "Automotive Best Buy" award!*



*
The BEST BUY SEAL is a registered trademark of Consumers Digest Communications, LLC, used under license.




Meet the All-New 2009 Dodge Ram in a MotorWeek Road Test







Ram Wins Again in a Head-to-Head Real World
Challenge Against Ford, Chevy and Toyota!!

The all-new Dodge Ram 1500 earned top honors in Edmunds' Inside Line head-to-head competition of full-size pickup trucks. The Dodge Ram 1500 beat the 2009 Ford F-150, Chevy Silverado and Toyota Tundra.

"After all the points were tallied, the Dodge Ram takes the win with a very well-rounded performance," wrote Dan Edmunds, Director of Vehicle Testing, Edmunds.com. "The optional RamBox proved itself useful by swallowing 85 pounds of greasy trailer hitch parts in its lockable bins, and its repositionable bed divider is easily the best of its kind."

 Capability testing was conducted over two weeks of day-to-day use and included tow-testing, off-road driving and hill climbing. All test vehicles were crew cabs and included sunroof, navigation system and other convenience features. Trucks were tested against their claimed tow capacity, as well as a fixed-weight face-off in which each truck pulled an identical trailer up a test mountain.

"We knew from previous experience that the Ram's coil-spring rear suspension works well when the truck is unloaded, but this time we found it has the chops to handle a trailer, too,? wrote Edmunds' Inside Line. ?The Dodge Ram impresses us with a solid performance, an understated ability to tow the socks off some others, a feature-laden presentation and rugged good looks."

"Our all-new 2009 Dodge Ram is the best truck ever built," said Scott Kunselman -- Vice President Jeep/Truck Product Team, Chrysler LLC. "It is a game-changing, class-leading truck that is second to none. We are glad Edmunds' Inside Line agrees."

The all-new 2009 Dodge Ram features the industry's first-and-only RamBox(tm) cargo management system that includes versatile, weatherproof, lockable, illuminated, drainable storage bins; pickup bed dividers; a two-foot bed extender and a cargo rail system with sliding adjustable cleats.

The 2009 Ram also includes the first-in-segment coil-spring five-link rear suspension fitted to a solid rear axle that provides ride and handling not found on any other pickup truck. A new 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8 engine with fuel-saving MDS technology provides more horsepower (390 hp) and torque (407 lb.-ft.) while its best-in-class aerodynamics (.387 Cd) improve fuel economy and performance.

 In addition, the all-new 2009 Dodge Ram includes a first-in-segment, factory-installed four-inch dual exhaust styled dramatically into the rear bumper, first-in-segment store-in-the-floor storage bins, twice as many storage spots than the previous model and 35 safety and security technologies. Standard safety features include side-curtain air bags and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) which includes all-speed traction control, trailer sway control, hill-start assist and anti-lock brake system (ABS). Significantly upgraded interiors with a segment-first surround-sound audio system and live SIRIUS Backseat TV(tm) round out the interior.

Other premium amenities include first-in-segment heated and ventilated front seats, available heated rear seats, first-for-Chrysler heated steering wheel, one-touch up/down driver and passenger windows, automatic-on headlamps and dual-zone automatic temperature control--a first for Dodge Ram.

The all-new 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Regular, Quad and Crew Cab models recently earned Five Star ratings for driver- and front-passenger protection in a frontal crash, the highest ratings in the U.S. government's safety crash test program.




Dodge Ram Wins 15th Award Since Its Introduction!

The all-new Dodge Ram earned a place on Ward's distinguished list of winners, taking home the "2009 Interior of the Year" award in the popular-priced truck category. The all-new Dodge Ram has won 15 awards since its introduction.

"From the big, chunky knobs on the dashboard to the in-floor storage bins and the folding second-row seats, the all-new 2009 Dodge Ram reminds us that big trucks can be rugged, function and cool, all at the same time," says Tom Murphy, executive editor of Ward's AutoWorld magazine. "The editors find the Dodge Ram's new interior extremely comfortable and well-conceived," Murphy said. "The saddle stitching on the seats and instrument panel make a wonderful styling statement, as do the upscale instrument gauges."

In addition to winning Ward's "Interior of the  Year," the all-new 2009 Dodge Ram has earned 14 other key awards since it's introduction and was recently chosen by Car and Driver as the best full-size pickup in a head-to-head comparison test in Texas, beating the new 2009 Ford F-150. Other key awards include:

  • Rocky Mountain Automotive Press Association -- Truck of the Year
  • New England Motor Press Asssociation -- Best in Class Pickup Award
  • MotorWeek -- Best Pickup Truck
  • Consumer Guide -- Large Pickup -- Best Buy for 2009
  • Cars.com -- Work Truck of the Year
  • ICOTY -- 2009 International Truck of the Year
  • Truckin' Magazine -- Truck of the Year
  • Texas Auto Writer's Association (TAWA) -- 2009 Full-Size Pickup Truck of Texas
  • Edmunds.com -- Inside Line Editors Most Wanted 2009
  • Autobytel.com -- 2009 MyRide/Autobytel Editors' Choice Awards - Truck of the Year
  • Maxim -- Achievement in Party-Enabling Technology (RamBox)
  • Ward's AutoWorld -- Ward's 10 Best Engines of 2009 (5.7L Hemi)
  • Automobile Journalists Association of Canada -- Best New Pickup
  • Sobre Ruedas -- Sobre Ruedas Best Pickup Truck for '08



 The Dodge Grand Caravan Wins the 
 2009 J.D. Power Reliability Award!!


To provide both auto industry and consumer audiences insights into the long-term reliability of today's new vehicles, the J.D.
Power and Associates 2009 Vehicle Dependability StudySM (VDS) focuses on problems experienced by original owners of three-year-old vehicles.

(2006 model-year vehicles). The study is used extensively by the world's auto manufacturers to help design and build better vehicles--which typically retain higher resale values--and by consumers to help make more-informed choices for both new and used vehicles.

The 2009 Vehicle Dependability Study provides information gathered from over 46,000 original owners. Performance is measured using a "problems per 100 vehicles (PP100)" metric. A lower PP100 score indicates better performance and a higher PP100 score indicates worse performance. Among the 12 models in the Van segment, the Caravan/Grand Caravan achieves an index score of 153 PP100 (problems per 100 vehicles), compared to the segment average of 196 PP100--a difference of 43 PP100. The 2009 study covers a total of 202 total problems, broken out into eight major problem categories as follows:

    • Exterior
    • The Driving Experience
    • Features/Controls/Displays
    • Audio/Entertainment/Navigation
    • Seats
    • HVAC
    • Interior
    • Engine/Transmission


Chrysler Town & Country Wins 2009
R.L. Polk Owner Loyalty Award

Chrysler Town and Country Polk Automotive Loyalty Award winner for eight straight years, number one in minivan segment customer loyalty.*
 
R.L. Polk has recognized the 2008 Chrysler Town & Country as Polk Automotive Loyalty winner for the minivan category. This is the eighth straight year Chrysler Town & Country has been in this position. The award is based on MY owner repurchase data compiled by Polk.

*Based on 2001-2008 R. L. Polk & Co. model-year owner repurchase rates.




Jeep Grand Cherokee Wins 2009
R.L. Polk Automotive Loyalty Award

Jeep Grand Cherokee wins Polk Automotive Loyalty Award--number one in mid-size SUV segment customer loyalty.*
 
R.L. Polk has recognized the 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee as Polk Automotive Loyalty winner for the mid-size SUV category. The award is based on MY owner repurchase data compiled by Polk.

*Based on 2001-2008 R. L. Polk & Co. model-year owner repurchase rates.



Jeep Patriot Wins 2009 Top Safety Award

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety has awarded the Jeep Patriot the top rating of "good" for its ability to withstand roof damage in rollover accidents.

It was the first time the safety watchdog group, which is funded by the insurance industry, has released vehicle ratings based on a new roof strength rating system. Only four of the twelve SUVs tested achieved this rating, which requires a vehicle to have a roof that can withstand a force of four times its weight before the roof crushes in by five inches.


2009 Jeep Patriot is Least Expensive SUV to Own

Edmunds.com declares the Jeep Patriot as the least expensive SUV to own.

The company based their results on projected model-specific average vehicle ownership costs, consisting of depreciation, financing, taxes, fees, insurance premiums, fuel costs, maintenance and repairs. The data is based on a five-year period of ownership.

"Even though gas prices are high, some consumers are still in search of a sport utility vehicle to meet their needs," said Jesse Toprak, Executive Director of Industry Analysis, Edmunds.com. "For those consumers, vehicles like the Jeep Patriot are relative bargains in their segments."



2009 Town & Country Honored With Two More Awards!

For the second year in a row, Chrysler Town & Country won the Motorweek's Driver's Choice Award for "Best Minivan". Winners are selected based on performance, technology, practicality and dollar value.

Town & Country also picked up the 2009 Active Lifestyle Vehicle award for Best Minivan. The award is based on many categories that fit an active lifestyle, including handling, cargo space, towing capacity and more.*

*Active Lifestyle Vehicle and logo are service marks of The Active Network, Inc.

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