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All-Wheel Drive Jaguar in the Works



Get ready, Checkered Flag fans.  Jaguar is bringing back all-wheel drive. 

Image and article source:[autoblog.com]

Jaguar confirms F-Type coupe, AWD coming within two years
By  Steven J. Ewing

Shortly after Jaguar announced that the production F-Type will be coming to market in mid-2013, we sat down with Adrian Hallmark, Jaguar Global Brand Director, to discuss some of the finer…
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Annual Checkered Flag Company Picnic



Every year the employees here at Checkered Flag get together and let loose for the Annual Checkered Flag Picnic, and this year was no different!

Even though the heat was kickin', the awesome food, ice cream, and, of course, beer, kept everyone in great spirits!  Highlights of the day included tug-of-war, a petting zoo, and a hula hoop contest for the kids…
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2011 Walk-Around Champions



Checkered Flag Announces 2011 Walk-Around Champions

Contestants pictured- from left to right- Stephen McHale, Paul Sudo, Duane Smith, Eric Landers, Lawrence Doligosa, Brian Fellini

Here at Checkered Flag, we believe staying on top of the best up-to-date vehicle knowledge is the key to our sales specialists helping customers and maintaining the best service of any new or used car dealer in Hampton Roads.  A fun way we make sure everyone is on their game is by holding an annual Vehicle Walk-Around Contest.  This month, salespersons from each of the nine Checkered Flag locations compete for the title of Walk-Around Champion…

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Summer Safety: How to Change a Tire


Photo Source: [Motor Trend]

Welcome back for another installment of Checkered Flag's Summer Safety Series.  This week we're going to review one of the most popular safety sessions that we have run a few times over the years. 

Every driver on the road should know how to change a flat tire.  Yes, even of those of you with roadside service…

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Jaguar BZ Growler E Concept-Rowrrrrrrrr!



Hey Snazzy Jaguar, where did you come from?  This new Jaguar E Type Concept is making 50 look good.  I certainly know a few Checkered Flag Jaguar fans who would like to get their hands on this!

Article and photos courtesy of [autoblog.com]:

The Jaguar E-Type turns 50 this year, and we continue to pine for its classic lines to this day. Bo Zolland, a car designer from Sweden, is clearly also a fan of the iconic E-Type shape. Unlike most of us, though, he has the tools and skill to generate a vision of what the E-Type might…
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Toot Our Own Horn? We Beep It!



All year long, Checkered Flag collects comments from customers who visit the store.  Hundreds participate, even if they didn't purchase a vehicle.  Every single comment, whether delivered in person or online, is reviewed by Checkered Flag executives and store managers.  Customer input helps us stay at the top of our game.  And, as you may have noticed on CheckeredFlag.com, we post our criticisms as well as our praise.  Each bit of feedback motivates us to continue our mission to maintain our position as your favorite Hampton Roads new and used car dealer.
 
Now, at the year end, we…
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Hurricane Earl 2010 Preparedness Update


Are you all ready for our Super Quadruple Doppler Chopper Checkered Flag Hurricane Earl Update???  Well, I've got good news, and good news.
 
The best news, for me anyway, is that we Hampton Roadsians panic like champs, so I have no classes at ODU tomorrow!!!! Yay!  TCC, Va Wesleyan, and Thomas Nelson are closed tomorrow as well!  There are plenty of local school s and businesses already announcing shorter hours tonight, delays for the mornings, or complete closings.  For a complete, updated list…
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There's an App For That



Okay, okay, yes, I still carry around a dinosaur of a cell phone that was free back in 2001, but I may soon be jumping on the iPhone bandwagon...especially if they keep coming out with apps like this one.  For all of you more technologically inclined Checkered Flag Winners out there, check out the newest iPhone app:  Augmented Reality Driving. 

Article posted on Autoblog:
There are perhaps as many automotive-themed iPhone apps out there as there are cars on the road. From handy programs that help you find your car to apps designed to help you avoid pesky speed…
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