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Need another reason to check out a new Lincoln model here at Gillie Hyde Auto? Well here's a good one: no matter which Lincoln model strikes your fancy, from the Lincoln MKS to the Lincoln MKX or Lincoln MKX, you'll be treated to complementary maintenance for four years or 50,000 miles - whichever comes first.

That means that everything is covered, from oil changes and tire rotations to multi-point vehicle inspections. That might…

When Ford decided to redesign the Escape, they wanted to build a car that would offer something for everybody. Upgrading a popular model gave them another idea, too: what if the facility where they built the new Escape could be as utilitarian as the Escape itself? In other words - what if they could build more than just one model on this assembly line? Meanwhile, what if doing this could add jobs to a hurting economy...

Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne has been on a mission recently to further define each Chrysler brand's lineup. We've known for a while that this could mean saying goodbye to one or more of our favorite Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, and Ram models, and Marchionne recently announced the first models expected to take a hit. So here's where the streamlining begins: the Chrysler Town & Country will be replaced by a crossover next year, and...

Back in April, we told you that the arrival of the 2013 Dodge Dart was right around the corner. Well, folks, we've never been more sure that it's arrival is closer than ever before, as the very first Dodge Dart rolled off the assembly line at Chrysler's Belvidere Assembly plant in Illinois last month. So it will be here any day now.

Unless, of course, you're ready this later in June...

There are plenty of people raving about the 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid, but we're particularly excited about what Cars.com had to say about the luxury sedan. Mostly because they gave it their "Best Bet" seal of approval when it comes to green car choices.

Not only does it boast 41 mpg city/36 mpg on the highway, it features an extensive list of luxury features. The powertrain is a 156-horsepower, 2.5-liter inline...

Ford Tunes Up the Power and Performance for 2013

Power and fuel-efficiency all wrapped up in one very muscular package might sounds impossible, but Ford has yet again proven that they're more than willing to challenge the norm. Meet the 2013 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500, the most fuel-efficient sports car in the 500-horsepower range. Yup, even at 662 ponies of power, the MPG ratings of the new GT500 are up by one mile-to-the-gallon compared to last year's model. It's also, officially...

It wasn't so long ago that Americans began holding their wallets a little closer to their chests while they watched the economy struggle. It also meant that major purchases - a new car, a new home, new appliances - were put on hold. So the fact that three major automakers recently reported a huge jump in sales last month is the bright spot we've all been looking for. Yes, folks, people are definitely buying cars...

Jeep Reveals New Trim Level

Well, the verdict is in: the latest trim level for the 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is officially called Altitude. The name was chosen from a pool of more than 100,000 entries, all of which were submitted by people who had their sights set on winning a new Grand Cherokee. Now that the name is revealed, it's time to talk about the trim level itself. In a word: black.

First up, the Grand Cherokee...

April Brings Spring Showers and the Dodge Dart

When the all-new 2013 Dodge Dart premiered at the North American International Auto Show in January, executives said we'd see it in our showroom on April 1. And, boy, were we excited. Except, it seems that Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne is showing his superstitious side, as he's recently said that the launch might be postponed to a less-auspicious date.

It will likely still arrive in April, but we're not very excited about...

The Ford Focus Electric will be here soon, and if you aren't already excited for its arrival, we'd like to give you another reason to love it. And that is, the EPA has officially confirmed the rumors about the Focus Electric that said it would top 100 MPGe. More specifically, the new EV from Ford boasts a nearly-unmatched 105 MPGe.  And, it's the first five passenger vehicle to surpass the three digit...