Category Archives: Question of the Day
QOTD #20 : What brings you back to your car dealership?
As we have been considering our marketing strategy for the future, this is the question that comes up. What brings you back to your car dealership? Any ideas would be appreciated. When Shaker SAAB was still in Shaker Heights, I … Continue reading
QOTD #18: How can I get rid of my car’s blind spot?
Volvo’s Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) is a popular upgrade for our customers at Leikin Motor Companies. One of my customers recently said it was a non-negotiable option that had to be installed on his next car. But if you … Continue reading
QOTD #17 : Why don’t you recommend Asurion Roadside Assistance?
Our AT&T mobile phone family plan comes with a $2.99/mo per individual option for roadside assistance. Asurion, the company that provides the service, describes itself as “the largest global provider of wireless handset insurance and wireless roadside assistance programs.” Sounds … Continue reading
QOTD #16
Q: Why does a chicken coop have only two doors? A: Because … if it had four doors, it would be called a chicken sedan. — Jefferson Rupert
QOTD 15 : Why only 18 psi in Corvair front tires?
Rear engine vehicles usually have a larger portion of their weight over the rear wheels. That provides an exciting driving experience if handled correctly. But it also gives the engineers something to be concerned about. How do you design the … Continue reading
QOTD #14 : What four door car has over 400 hp and still gets 26 mpg?
We just received our first 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS550 at the dealership. As I was looking it over, the first thing I noticed was the “blue efficiency” badge. That sounds an awful lot like the BlueTEC diesel engine. However, the window … Continue reading
QOTD #13 : Who really designed the Volvo P1800?
The Volvo P1800 turns 50 this year. It is a car that has caught the attention of car enthusiasts of all ages. But who is responsible for the iconic design? “Design proposals were ordered from Italy. … Eventually, however, the … Continue reading
QOTD #12 : What is the most powerful AMG sedan ever produced?
If you were to guess the answer to this question right now, which model would you choose? For MY2011, Mercedes-Benz’s AMG division produces only five sedans in the United States: C63, CLS63, E63, S63, and S65. The lightweight C63 (451 … Continue reading
QOTD #11 : What is the cheapest car to insure?
As my twelve year old gets closer to driving age, I’m beginning to think about the future. In four short years, he will be wanting to get behind the wheel of a car and we’ll be looking for a deal … Continue reading
QOTD #10 : What is an OPOC Engine?
With today’s gas prices, anything that sounds like OPEC isn’t very popular. However, the Opposed Piston Opposed Cylinder (OPOC) engine is one company’s proposed means of reducing our reliance on petroleum. Now that I have your attention, let’s examine how … Continue reading
