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August 2, 2019
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Welcome to August, I hope you are staying cool!  We finally hit 100-degress in North Texas on Tuesday of this week. The way the calendar fell, we will have the July sales numbers for you next week, although we will not have numbers from Ford, GM, or Fiat Chrysler until the end of September.

Since it is now August, all the incentives have changed, so if you are in the market, be sure to check out our revamped factory incentives page!

In vehicle reviews, our Amy Plemons did a comprehensive review AND video of the 2020 Kia Telluride.  This is the most requested review of the year, so far.  I did a review and video with the 2020 Nissan Altima SL, and Terry Box spent a week with the 2019 Subaru Forester Sport.

Do you have money coming from the Equifax security breach of 2017 that we talked so much about?  Below we tell you how to apply!

Don’t miss my True Story titled Auto Collections I tell you how I got roped into being the first two-term Chairman of the Ford National Dealer Council. 

You will find the following stories as you scroll down the newsletter:
  • Safety groups call for investigation of Tesla Autopilot
  • Are you eligible for the Equifax settlement?
  • J.D. Power APEAL study findings
  • The only two products I endorse
  • Hyundai commits to rear seat reminders
  • Top-selling minivans so far this year
  • 2020 Honda Pilot Black Edition debuts
  • Subaru delivers 2-millionth Forester in the U.S.
  • 2020 Silverado 1500 diesel rated at 33-miles per gallon
  • Are we driving dumber in smarter cars?

Check out our Frequently Asked Questions page here →

Read on for information on our weekly classic car contest, radio schedule and station list and how and when to call the show. 

We so appreciate all of you who take this newsletter and listen to the show every week. We know that without you, there is no Car Pro Show.  So always let us know when we can help you. 

Have a terrific week.  See you on the radio!

  Straight Talk and Honest Answers 
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Are We Driving Dumber in Smarter Cars?

Drivers with advanced safety features in their vehicles are taking more risks, according to a new State Farm study.

Read More →

  On the Road: Test Drives

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2020 Kia Telluride SX Prestige

The first-ever Kia Telluride offers premium looks and convenience features at a great value.
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2020 Nissan Altima SL

The Altima is Nissan's best-selling car that offers a surprising amount of room inside.
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2019 Subaru Forester Sport

All-new for 2019, the Forester sits on a new platform and delivers more horsepower.
Read More

  Bumper to Bumper: Industry News
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2020 Chevy Silverado 1500 Diesel Gets 33-MPG Highway

The engine delivers 277-horsepower and 460 lb-ft. of torque.  
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Safety Groups Want Tesla Autopilot Investigation

Two consumer groups are renewing their call for an FTC investigation.  
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Top-Selling Minivans Year-to-Date in 2019  

The Dodge Grand Caravan leads the way among minivan sales this year.
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Hyundai Commits To Rear Seat Occupant Systems

The brand will make them standard on most models by 2022.
Read More
Are You Eligible for the Equifax Breach Settlement? →
J.D. Power APEAL Driver Satisfaction Survey →
2020 Honda Pilot Black Edition Debuts →
Subaru Sells 2-Millionth Forester in U.S. →
Auto News with Laura Reynolds →

  The Only 2 Products I Endorse
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Just in case you missed the info last week about NuVinAir and the AutoHeatShield, these are the only two products I endorse.  Both are exceptional. You can find everything you need to know at the link below plus a discount code for the AutoHeatShield. 

Why I Endorse NuVinAir and AutoHeatShield →

  Videos of the Week

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Have you ever wondered what would happen if you were going down the highway at 70-miles per hour and accidentally threw your automatic transmission into reverse?  You can find out by watching this video!

Disclaimer:  Do not try this yourself!

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Decades before the "So You Think You Can Dance" tv show, the first dance show on tv was Dick Clark's American Bandstand.

If you want a good laugh, watch these not-very-hip dancers on American Bandstand during the Summer of Love in 1967 try to dance to Jefferson Airplane's first hit: "Somebody to Love".

  Check Out Our New Factory Incentives Page!

Screen Shot 2019-07-11 at 9.52.01 AMWe’re always looking for ways to provide you the most important and up-to-date information and tips on car buying. Check out our updated vehicle rebates, incentives, and lease specials page for information on understanding incentives, plus links to every major manufacturer's incentive page for the latest offers by zip code.

Get the Latest Incentives → 

  Text a CarProUSA Certified Dealer 

carprousa-text-now-talk-laterCarProUSA is now pleased to offer an even simpler way to connect with our dealers and that’s via texting! That’s right, you can now directly text most of our trusted and vetted Certified Dealers.  It’s a new service we are launching to make your car buying experience easier and more convenient than ever.

Just select a dealer and visit their dealer page. You'll see the CarProUSA Specialist listed along with a phone number to call or text. You can also find the number on a dealer's Vehicle Details Page. Happy texting!

  Searching for a New or Used Vehicle?

If you are searching for a particular new or used vehicle, we can help you!  The best news is, if you use CarProUSA to search, when you find the car of your dreams it will be at a CarProUSA approved dealership.

It’s simple to use.  Choose new, used, or certified.  You can select the make and model, or  price range. Choose the number of miles you are willing to travel, and put in your zip code. 

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From there, you can look through all your matches, knowing you are shopping at a dealership I have handpicked and adheres to the high standards I require.

At the front page of CarProUSA.com, scroll down just slightly until you see our search engine. There are currently over 38,000 vehicles to choose from and it changes daily!

If you don’t find the car of your dreams, check back regularly

 Recalls

Mazda → 
Porche → 
Volkswagen →

Takata Airbag Recall → 

  True Stories From a Former Car Dealer

shutterstock_212258749-ford-headquartersjpg-1-e1534798190598A year ago, I started a series of True Stories From A Former Car Dealer.  Over 40 weeks, I wrote about experiences I had from my days as a dealership owner.  Some will make you laugh, others will make you cry.  The reaction was beyond my wildest expectations.  

For our new subscribers, and for those of you who may have missed one or perhaps simply forgot the details, we’ll bring these to you in the order they were written. 

In this story, titled Auto Collections is the story of Ford Motor getting in the retail side of the car business and how I became the first two-term National Dealer Council Chairman.

Read True Stories #27: Auto Collections →
Read all True Stories  →

  Get All 5 Hours of the CarProUSA Show 

radio-mic-1Catch the 3-hour CarProUSA Podcast every Saturday, posted online by 2:30 CST.  The 2-hour DFW show goes up on Tuesdays. 

Listen to the National Podcast →        Listen to the DFW Podcast  → 

 Classic Car Contest
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Head to our Facebook page to take part in our Weekly Classic Car Contest.   Each week, one lucky winner will win a free AutoHeatShield® windshield cover.  
 
 
Congratulations to this week's winner:
Patrick Fortner of Austin, TX.

 The CarProUSA Way 

youtube graphics - amy (6)-3At CarProUSA, our mission is to provide you the information you need to make the best decision possible on the vehicle you purchase and get the most exceptional experience buying it. 

We have carefully selected dealers in certain cities who share our vision to provide the best car buying experience possible. You will have every confidence in being treated fairly from the moment you walk in the door to receiving the keys and driving off in your new vehicle.
Choose Your Certified Dealer

  Car Reviews By Type
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SUV
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Crossover

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Pickup
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Sedan

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Coupe 
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Minivan

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Convertible

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Hybrid

Have a Car Question? Click FAQ

Our FAQ page offers answers to questions CarProUSA Show host Jerry Reynolds gets asked most frequently. 
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On the Air
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The Car Pro Show is heard every weekend all over the United States when hosts Jerry Reynolds and Kevin McCarthy deliver straight talk about everything automotive. Keep in mind, we don't take mechanical questions, but everything else is great.   

New markets include:  San Francisco, Abilene and Wichita Falls, TX, Bozeman and Livingston, MT, Holbrook, AZ, Lake Charles, LA, and Las Vegas, NV.

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Closing Message from Jerry Reynolds

Thank you for being part of the Car Pro Show family.  We appreciate you greatly.  As always, we are here for you should any automotive need arise.  Feel free to invite your friends, relatives, and co-workers to listen to the show, and subscribe to the newsletter.

We hope you found today’s edition to be informative and entertaining. Remember, you can find all our Certified Dealers, my FAQ page, all my car reviews, and the latest in automotive news at CarProUSA.

Until next week, stay safe, don't drink and drive, don’t text and drive, and please, remember our Troops and Public Safety Officers. May God Bless.