Jeff Gordon makes #28 in the BusinessWeek's Power 100 List

This week Jeff Gordon made the top 30 and ranked #28 in the BusinessWeek's Power 100. 4-Time NASCAR Cup Series champion, ranks ahead of such well-respected athletes as Tom Brady, Venus Williams, Donovan McNabb, Dwight Howard, David Beckham and Alex Rodriguez.

To determine who the 100 most powerful athletes are on and off the field, Bloomberg BusinessWeek teamed with CSE, formerly known as Career Sports & Entertainment, and Bloomberg BusinessWeek columnist Rick Horrow of Horrow Sports Ventures, to create the 2010 version of the Power 100. Unlike previous Power 100s, this year's ranking would focus only on the athletes. On-field metrics included athletes who scored the best on the field (or the rink, the greens, or the court) over a two-year period. The more popular the sport, the more weight those achievements garnered.

Why he's on the list: Jeff Gordon is one of the most popular and marketable drivers in the history of NASCAR. And, last year was another top year for him, finishing 3rd in the Sprint Cup Series standings.

For more information on Jeff Gordon and his upcoming NASCAR season keep checking back for updates on www.jeffgordonchevy.com.

Robert Kleinmaier wins Salesperson of the Year!

Jeff Gordon Chevrolet would like to recognize Mr. Robert Kleinmaier for achieving Salesperson of the Year. Robert has been employed at Jeff Gordon Chevrolet for over one year and achieved sales person of the year in his first full year at the dealership. Robert continues to lead the industry in not only the number of units sold but in his customer satisfaction ratings, which ranks among the top 5% in the nation. “Robert posses the ability to help his customer’s work their way through the buying process with little to no hassle” states his department manager, Tony Holmes. While talking with Robert he says “my philosophy is simple, I work hard, care, and create a personal relationship with my customers. That’s all people really want, someone who will work hard and have their back.” “With the huge amount of new and used inventory we enjoy, as part of the Hendrick’s organization, and the fact my managers main focus is on customer satisfaction it makes it very easy to find the vehicle my customers want and to deliver that vehicle at a fair price.”

“This coming year I really expect our store to explode. With some of the sales that I have seen planned for this month and the months to follow, 2010 will be a great year to purchase a new or used vehicle from Jeff Gordon Chevrolet.” “I would like to thank my customers for not only buying their first vehicle from me but also for enabling me to help them with any other automotive needs that might have arisen last year.”

Robert received a check for $1,500.00 from his department manager, Tony Holmes, for achieving salesperson of the year. Everyone at Jeff Gordon Chevrolet thanks Robert for his efforts in 2009 and wishes him good luck in 2010.

Introducing the 2011 Chevy Volt

Chevrolet is proud to bring you the Chevy Volt and add to its impressive line-up. The Volt is an electric car that can create its own electricity. Plug it in, let it charge overnight, and it’s ready to run on a pure electric charge for up to 40 miles(3) — gas and emissions free. After that, Volt keeps going, even if you can’t plug it in. Volt uses a range-extending gas generator that produces enough energy to power it for hundreds of miles on a single tank of gas.
Volt is an electric vehicle with a range extender. Well, what does that mean? It means Volt runs on electricity from its battery, and then it runs on electricity it creates from gas. Let's assume you have a fully charged battery. Now, depending on the weather, the electrical features that are turned on and how you drive, you can drive up to 40 miles on the electricity stored in the battery — totally gas and emissions free. After that, its gas-powered, range-extending generator automatically kicks in to provide electrical power. So Volt can go for several hundred additional miles, until you can plug it in or fill it up again. And Volt is even a FlexFuel vehicle as well, capable of running on the biofuel E85 ethanol (5).

The launch date for the Chevy Volt is expected to be around November 2010. For more information and up-to-date information contact Jeff Gordon Chevrolet direct or call 910-791-2424. The Chevy Volt will join the already green family of the Malibu hybrid, Silverado hybrid and Tahoe hybrid.

3 Assumes fully charged battery. Actual range depends on driving habits, weather conditions, terrain and the operation of electrical features in the vehicle. Vehicle features and performance capabilities subject to change without notice.
5 E85 is a combination of 85% ethanol and 15% gasoline. Go to chevy.com/biofuels to see if there is an E85 fuel station near you.

Owner Loyalty

Check your mailbox and find your $1,000 gift certificate. Use your Owner Loyalty Certificate to save on the eligible 2009 or 2010 Chevy of your choice. Combine this offer with most current incentives for even greater savings. It's a great time to own a Chevy. Here's why:

The 2010 Malibu, a Consumers Digest "Best Buy" two years in a row,2 which offers better highway fuel economy than a comparable Toyota Camry or Honda Accord3

The 2010 Traverse, a Consumers Digest "Best Buy", is the most fuel efficient 8-passenger crossover4 with an EPA est. 24 MPG highway

The 2010 Silverado 1500, a Consumers Digest "Best Buy" and from Chevy, the most dependable, longest-lasting full-size pickup on the road,5 features the best fuel economy of any full-size pickup. Better than Ford F-150, Dodge Ram or Toyota Tundra6

Best of all, almost every Chevy comes with our 100,000-Mile/5-Year7 Transferable Powertrain Limited Warranty plus Courtesy Transportation and Roadside Assistance Programs. It's the Best Coverage in America. And with OnStar®,8 whether you need help in an emergency, you're lost or stranded, the assistance you need is a button push away. For more information, call 910-791-2424, or go to http://www.jeffgordonchevy.com/. Use your Owner Loyalty Certificate from January 5, 2010, through February 1, 2010, and start the New Year in a new Chevy from Jeff Gordon Chevrolet.

1 Eligible owners must own/lease a 1999 or newer model year Chevy, Buick, GMC, Cadillac, Pontiac, Saturn, Saab, HUMMER or Oldsmobile. Owner Loyalty Cash excludes 2010: Chevy Camaro, Corvette ZR1, Equinox; Buick LaCrosse; GMC Terrain; Cadillac SRX Crossover; HUMMER H1, H2; and 2009: Chevy Corvette ZR1, Kodiak (except Chevy Kodiak C4500); GMC TopKick (except GMC TopKick C4500); and all HUMMER vehicles. Offer good from 1/5/10 through 2/1/10. Take delivery from 1/5/10 through 2/1/10. Not available with some offers. See dealer for details. 2 The Best Buy Seal is a registered trademark of Consumers Digest Communications, LLC, used under license.3 2010 Malibu with 2.4L 4-cyl. engine and 6-speed automatic transmission EPA est. 33 MPG hwy. 2010 Camry with 2.5L 4-cyl. engine and 6-speed automatic transmission 32 MPG hwy. 2010 Accord with 2.4L 4-cyl. engine and 5-speed automatic transmission 31 MPG hwy.4 Based on GM Mid-Utility Crossover segment and EPA est. MPG Traverse FWD 17 city, 24 highway.5 Chevy, the most dependable, longest-lasting full-size pickups on the road. Dependability based on longevity: 1981–July 2009 full-size pickup registrations. 6 Based on GM Large Pickup segment and Silverado Hybrid (limited availability) with EPA estimated MPG 21 city, 22 highway; and 2010 Silverado XFE (available to order) MPG 15 city, 22 highway. MPG city/highway for Ford F-150 2WD with 4.6L V8 15/21; Dodge Ram 1500 with 5.7L V8 14/20; Toyota Tundra with 4.6L V8 15/20.7 Whichever comes first. See dealer for details.8 Visit onstar.com or call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) for details and system limitations.

One To Watch Out For - The All New Chevy Cruze, coming in 2010

Chevrolet just keeps getting stronger with bold new vehicles, impressive styling and looks. The all new 2011 Chevy Cruze is no different, the Cruze has enough test miles on its tires to circle the Earth over 160 times. The Cruze has faced some tough tests on its travels and each one seemingly more punishing than the last. Chevy Cruze took on driving rain, mountains, deserts, potholes, mud, bad roads, cliffs, ice, snow, dry heat, humidity and more. After all that, it finally hit the test track and showed just how fun it was to drive. The Cruze arrives in the third quarter of 2010, stop by today to receive more information on this fantastic, exciting new vehicle.

The Cruze will enter the market as a compact car similar to the Aveo and Cobalt, for more information and to view our inventory go to http://www.jeffgordonchevy.com/

Jeff Gordon Leading the Way in Support of Our Youth Soccer Players
“2010 Seaside Classic Tournament Sponsor Announced”

Jeff Gordon Chevrolet announces a renewal of the existing partnership with the Cape Fear Soccer Association (CFSA). The extended agreement includes support on and off the field. Team sponsorship, CFSA operations, and developmental programs will all benefit from Jeff Gordon’s assistance. In addition, the 2010 Jeff Gordon Chevrolet Seaside Classic Tournament in May, one of the largest on the East Coast will once again be named after the dealership. The Seaside classic brings thousands of visitors to the area through over 280 teams participating, with an overall economic impact in the Wilmington area estimated at 6 million dollars.

Jeff Gordon Chevrolet’s sponsorship will solidify CFSA’s position as the top Soccer program on the East Coast of NC and strengthens Jeff Gordon’s position as leader in providing opportunities for youth sports involvement in the Cape Fear Region. Todd Hamm, general manager of the dealership, said, “This is a fantastic opportunity for Jeff Gordon Chevy to enhance our local community support. Our sponsorship of CFSA will ensure continued growth of an organization that provides a positive athletic environment for thousands of kids in the region. We’re proud of this partnership and look forward to a terrific year in 2010.”

Soccer is the largest participated youth sport in the United States. The CSFA is home to over 2,200 children of all ages and abilities from the recreational player to the tournament level player. CFSA also operates an Adult league with 450 participants. For information on CFSA, check www.capefearsoccer.com