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2014 Toyota Corolla Recieves only “Marginal” Safety Rating in IIHS Test

October 17, 2013 By Kif Richmann

The Toyota Corolla, one of the most popular cars in Toyota’s lineup, has earned only a "Marginal" safety rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in their small overlap front ... Read More

Filed Under: News and Events Tagged With: Dodge, Toyota

Meet Heidi Short – Used Vehicle Reconditioning Manager at Pat McGrath Chevyland

October 16, 2013 By Brad Mackey

Cedar Rapids

Congratulations on being named the Spotlight Employee of the Week, Heidi Short! Enjoy some thoughts from Fixed Operations Director, Dave Hesli, regarding Heidi's contributions to McGrath Auto and read ... Read More

Filed Under: News and Events, Our Family Tagged With: Pat McGrath Chevyland

Automotive Week in Review: Oct. 11th, 2013

October 11, 2013 By Kif Richmann

The automotive world was full of activity this week, highlighted by new ad campaigns from 2 major American automakers. Find out what luxury brand debuted their flagship SUV, and what brand received a ... Read More

Filed Under: News and Events Tagged With: Cadillac, Dodge, Ford, Lincoln, Toyota

Meet Rick Miller – Sales Consultant at Pat McGrath Chevyland

October 10, 2013 By Brad Mackey

Rick Miller

Congratulations on being named the Spotlight Employee of the Week, Rick Miller! Enjoy some thoughts from Gavin McGrath regarding Rick's performance here at McGrath Auto and read an exclusive interview ... Read More

Filed Under: News and Events, Our Family

Automotive Week in Review: Oct. 4th, 2013

October 4, 2013 By Kif Richmann

The federal government may be shutdown, but the automotive industry continues to roll along. This week was pretty exciting, with tanks and fires making it into the automotive news. Find out what ... Read More

Filed Under: News and Events Tagged With: Cadillac, Chevy, Dodge, Kia, Tesla

General Motors Partners with U.S. Military for Fuel Cell Technology

October 1, 2013 By Kif Richmann

General Motors Joins Forces with US Military Handshake

General Motors, maker of Chevrolet vehicles, is teaming up with the U.S. Army Tank Automotive Research, Development & Engineering Center (TARDEC) to develop hydrogen fuel cell technology. Through ... Read More

Filed Under: News and Events Tagged With: General Motors

Automotive Week in Review: Sept. 27th, 2013

September 27, 2013 By Kif Richmann

Truck launches and legal battles highlighted this week in the automotive industry. Find out why one group has filed a lawsuit against the Obama administration, and why the bosses for some Japanese ... Read More

Filed Under: News and Events Tagged With: Chrysler, Ford, General Motors, GMC, Jeep, Kia

Obama Administration Sued Over Lack of Camera Mandate

September 26, 2013 By Kif Richmann

This week, a coalition of car-safety advocates filed a federal lawsuit against the Obama administration, asking a judge to order the U.S. Department of Transportation to set rear visibility standards ... Read More

Filed Under: Auto News, News and Events

GM Recieves Honors for Environmental and Community Involvement

September 23, 2013 By Kif Richmann

General Motors has received recognition for its environmental and community involvement from the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality. The Neighborhood Environmental Partner (NEP) award, was ... Read More

Filed Under: News and Events

Automotive Week in Review: Sept. 20th, 2013

September 20, 2013 By Kif Richmann

It was quite a week for the automotive industry, with a setback for the electric car industry but a push forward for another future technology. Find out which major sports car is heading to Cedar ... Read More

Filed Under: News and Events Tagged With: Cadillac, Chevy, Ford, Kia, Ram, Tesla

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