• December was best retail sales month since March 2008
• Retail sales up 10.5 percent for 2011; CTS up 24 percent; SRX up 13 percent
• Maintains share despite phase out of two models

Cadillac completed 2011 with total U.S. sales up 4 percent from the year earlier and its best retail sales month in nearly four years, boosting momentum for the brand’s major expansion in 2012.

The year concluded with Cadillac registering its best month of retail sales since March of 2008. Strong demand drove a 10.5 percent increase in retail sales for 2011, as Cadillac continued its reduced emphasis on fleet sales.

Cadillac’s SRX luxury crossover model, featuring a new standard 3.6L V-6 engine for 2012 models, gained 13 percent in retail sales for the year. December was also the best month ever for the SRX, selling 7,324 units.

Escalade, which also had its best retail and total sales month since of 2011 and retains its top U.S. sales spot in the full-size luxury SUV category.

Despite phasing out two models in preparation for the upcoming 2013 XTS, Cadillac completed 2011 with 10.2 percent share of the market, practically unchanged from the previous year.

“Clearly the data shows luxury consumers were feeling more confident in December and we’re very pleased with our growth and market position, especially heading into 2012, when we will see new products in new segments,” said Kurt McNeil, Cadillac vice president of Sales and Service. “We expect growth to continue in the luxury market in 2012.”

The 2013 Cadillac XTS is a technology-packed luxury sedan that goes into production in late spring. The 2013 ATS, an all-new compact luxury sedan, will be unveiled on Sunday (Jan. 8) before the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The two new Cadillacs will bookend the already popular mid-size CTS cars.

Also in 2011, Cadillac continued its Defining Moments program co-developed with the Ritz-Carlton Institute. The program targets excellence in Cadillac’s customer experience through a series of training programs and the redesign of many of the brand’s dealerships. The result has been steady increases in consumer and industry satisfaction surveys with Cadillac top among U.S. brands in customer satisfaction and more than doubling scores in dealer satisfaction surveys since 2009.

“We take the health and viability of our dealer network very seriously, and we’ve instituted a number of new initiatives to help our dealers build a more successful business, and to reinvent the customer experience” McNeil said.

Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC has a strong and committed sales staff with many years of experience satisfying our customers’ needs in the Daytona Beach area. Centrally located in Daytona Beach, Florida and neighbors to Orlando, St. Augustine, Titusville, New Smyrna Beach, Palm Coast, Sanford, Port Orange, Deland and Deltona we will help you find the right vehicle for your needs. Feel free to browse our inventory online, request more information about our New Cars  and / or Used Cars and Trucks vehicle Inventory, set up a test drive or inquire about our auto financing options!

Whether you are looking to purchase a new or used car and/or truck, Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC is here to help. If you don’t see what you are looking for, click on Find It For Me and simply fill out the form and we will let you know when vehicles arrive that match your search! Or if you would rather discuss your options with our friendly sales staff, click on Hours and Map for interactive driving directions. We are located at 932 N. Nova Road, Daytona Beach, 32117. Or call us at 866-994-6553. We look forward to serving you!

Contact Information:

Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC

932 N. Nova Road

Daytona Beach, FL 32117

www.ritcheyautos.com

Phone:  866-994-6553

Hours

Sales:

Monday-Friday: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sunday: 12 PM – 5 PM on the last Sunday of every month

Service and Parts:

Monday-Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

Finance and Body Shop:

Saturday-Sunday: Closed

Buick and the General Motors Foundation today announced an expansion of the 2012 Buick Achievers Scholarship Program to include current undergraduate students, as well as high school seniors and graduates, for the 2012-13 school year.

“In its second year, the 2012 Buick Achievers Scholarship Program’s mission to inspire and enable human achievement,” said Larry Kelly, General Manager of Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC located in Daytona Beach, Florida. “This scholarship program demonstrates the commitment that Buick and GM have to a future generation inspired by the college experience and motivated to make a difference in their world.”

The announcement of changes to the $4.5 million-a-year program was made at the North American International Auto Show where Buick revealed the all-new Encore luxury small crossover.

“Almost one half of college students drop out before completing their education,” said Scholarship America Senior Vice President Donald Lassere. “Many cite the lack of financial resources as the principle reason for dropping out. By including current undergraduate students, the Buick Achievers program will enable many deserving students to complete their education.”

The move also helps identify current undergraduates who have had more time to develop interests in majors covered by the program including science, technology, engineering, mathematics, design, marketing and business administration.

Community service is a consideration in each student’s application, and another change for 2012 increases the weight of those activities.

The program, which Buick and the General Motors Foundation launched in 2011, rewards 1,100 students from across the countries that demonstrate excellence in the classroom and in the community, and lack the financial resources to attend college.

The scholarship program provides up to $25,000 a year to 100 students, renewable for up to four years and one additional year for five-year engineering programs.  An additional 1,000 students receive a one-time $2,000 award. The program is funded by the GM Foundation and is among the largest awarded over multiple years.

“Special consideration is given to students who are military personnel, veterans or their dependents, as well as women and other minority groups,” said GM Foundation Chairman Bob Ferguson.  “This ensures that we help build a strong and diverse manufacturing work force that will ultimately strengthen our nation’s global competitiveness.”   In 2011, scholarships were awarded in all 50 states and nearly half were given to students who were the first in their families to attend college.

Information and applications are available at www.ritcheyautos.com.  Applications will be accepted through Feb. 29, 2012, and scholarships will be awarded in Spring 2012 for the 2012-2013 academic year.

Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC has a strong and committed sales staff with many years of experience satisfying our customers’ needs in the Daytona Beach area. Centrally located in Daytona Beach, Florida and neighbors to Orlando, St. Augustine, Titusville, New Smyrna Beach, Palm Coast, Sanford, Port Orange, Deland and Deltona we will help you find the right vehicle for your needs. Feel free to browse our inventory online, request more information about our New Cars  and / or Used Cars and Trucks vehicle Inventory, set up a test drive or inquire about our auto financing options!

Whether you are looking to purchase a new or used car and/or truck, Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC is here to help. If you don’t see what you are looking for, click on Find It For Me and simply fill out the form and we will let you know when vehicles arrive that match your search! Or if you would rather discuss your options with our friendly sales staff, click on Hours and Map for interactive driving directions. We are located at 932 N. Nova Road, Daytona Beach, 32117. Or call us at 866-994-6553. We look forward to serving you!

Contact Information:

Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC

932 N. Nova Road

Daytona Beach, FL 32117

www.ritcheyautos.com

Phone:  866-994-6553

Hours

Sales:

Monday-Friday: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sunday: 12 PM – 5 PM on the last Sunday of every month

Service and Parts:

Monday-Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

Finance and Body Shop:

Saturday-Sunday: Closed

War stories from past and strong sales today help define century-old brand name at Ritchey GMC in Daytona Beach, FL.

GMC is one of the longest-running brands in the General Motors portfolio, the second-largest of the four GM brands in U.S. sales, and a standard bearer for engineering in pickup trucks, SUVs, and crossover vehicles.

Here are 10 little-known facts about GMC:

1. The GMC name turns 100 years old in 2012. In 1912, Rapid Motor Vehicle Company was merged with two others – Reliance and Randolph – to become GMC.

2. On August 1, 1909, a Rapid F-406-B – a GMC predecessor – was the first truck to reach the 14,110-foot summit of Pikes Peak.

3. If GMC was a standalone manufacturer, it would be the tenth-largest automaker in the United States in terms of total vehicle sales from January to November of 2011.

4. GMC built some of the world’s earliest electric vehicles from 1912-1917. These trucks had single-digit model names, each denoting load capacity, from one-half-ton to 12 tons.

5. GMC’s luxury-focused Denali trim level currently outsells the entire product lines of some premium automakers, including Land Rover, Jaguar, and Porsche.

6. GMC was tasked with engineering and production of the 1936 Parade of Progress vans and the 1941 Futurliners, which toured the country carrying mobile road shows.

7. Today, GMC and the Denali trim level are among the fastest-growing nameplates in the U.S. with respective sales increases of 22 percent and 91 percent year over year.

8. During World War II, GMC manufactured approximately 584,000 military vehicles, including the CCKW-353 “Deuce-and-a-Half” and the amphibious “Duck.”

9. The GMC Sierra – the brand’s top selling model – outsold the Toyota Tundra and Nissan Titan combined, with 40,000 sales to spare, through the first 11 months of 2011.

10. From 1973-1978, GMC produced motorhomes in 23- and 26-foot lengths. They appeared in Bill Murray’s 1981 movie, Stripes and the 1996 blockbuster, Twister.

Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC has a strong and committed sales staff with many years of experience satisfying our customers’ needs in the Daytona Beach area. Centrally located in Daytona Beach, Florida and neighbors to Orlando, St. Augustine, Titusville, New Smyrna Beach, Palm Coast, Sanford, Port Orange, Deland and Deltona we will help you find the right vehicle for your needs. Feel free to browse our inventory online, request more information about our New Cars  and / or Used Cars and Trucks vehicle Inventory, set up a test drive or inquire about our auto financing options!

Whether you are looking to purchase a new or used car and/or truck, Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC is here to help. If you don’t see what you are looking for, click on Find It For Me and simply fill out the form and we will let you know when vehicles arrive that match your search! Or if you would rather discuss your options with our friendly sales staff, click on Hours and Map for interactive driving directions. We are located at 932 N. Nova Road, Daytona Beach, 32117. Or call us at 866-994-6553. We look forward to serving you!

Contact Information:

Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC

932 N. Nova Road

Daytona Beach, FL 32117

www.ritcheyautos.com

Phone:  866-994-6553

Hours

Sales:

Monday-Friday: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sunday: 12 PM – 5 PM on the last Sunday of every month

Service and Parts:

Monday-Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

Finance and Body Shop:

Saturday-Sunday: Closed

WE LOOK FORWARD TO SERVING YOU IN 2012!

BEST WISHES,

THE STAFF OF RITCHEY CADILLAC BUICK GMC

DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA

The 2011 Cadillac Escalade is an SUV for buyers who like to be noticed, but who also need the capabilities of a full-sized truck-based SUV – and are willing to pay to get them.

The Cadillac Escalade is a perennial favorite of test drivers among luxury SUVs for its powerful V8, flamboyant styling and luxurious passenger cabin. A smaller crossover would give you just as much seating capacity, and some competitors would give you more genteel styling, but nothing else gives you the panache of an Escalade.

“There are luxury SUVs and then there’s the 2011 Cadillac Escalade. There are full-size SUVs and then there’s the Escalade,” says Larry Kelly, General Manager of Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC located in Daytona Beach, Florida. “You could buy any number of big, luxurious vehicles instead, but there’s just no true substitute for Cadillac’s celebration of power, brashness and wheels in a package so large the Amish could stick one in a river to power a grain mill.”

The 2011 Cadillac Escalade features seating for up to eight in a roomy and luxurious cabin. Though its third-row seat comfort is almost universally panned by reviewers that are typical for this class. And, while the Escalade’s big V8 has no trouble moving it down the road, it does drink a lot of gas. While most Escalade buyers should have no trouble affording the fill-ups, this isn’t the car for you if you want to go green.

Pricewise, the Escalade falls in the middle of its class. For the money, you get a strong list of standard features and performance capabilities that reflect the Escalade’s truck-based construction. The Escalade is best for people who want comfort, style, power and towing abilities, but no one would blame you if you bought one just because it looks so darn good.

Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC has a strong and committed sales staff with many years of experience satisfying our customers’ needs in the Daytona Beach area. Centrally located in Daytona Beach, Florida and neighbors to Orlando, St. Augustine, Titusville, New Smyrna Beach, Palm Coast, Sanford, Port Orange, Deland and Deltona we will help you find the right vehicle for your needs. Feel free to browse our inventory online, request more information about our New Cars  and / or Used Cars and Trucks vehicle Inventory, set up a test drive or inquire about our auto financing options!

Whether you are looking to purchase a new or used car and/or truck, Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC is here to help. If you don’t see what you are looking for, click on Find It For Me and simply fill out the form and we will let you know when vehicles arrive that match your search! Or if you would rather discuss your options with our friendly sales staff, click on Hours and Map for interactive driving directions. We are located at 932 N. Nova Road, Daytona Beach, 32117. Or call us at 866-994-6553. We look forward to serving you!

Contact Information:

Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC

932 N. Nova Road

Daytona Beach, FL 32117

www.ritcheyautos.com

Phone:  866-994-6553

Hours

Sales:

Monday-Friday: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sunday: 12 PM – 5 PM on the last Sunday of every month

Service and Parts:

Monday-Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

Finance and Body Shop:

Saturday-Sunday: Closed

Big Diesel power with a touch of class, that’s the 2011 GMC Sierra Denali at Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC in Daytona Beach, FL.

We’re not exactly sure when it happened, but pickup trucks have long since elevated themselves beyond mere tools of the trade. Once bare-bones, utilitarian hardware with more capability than comfort, the truck has evolved into a status symbol. Move out of any urban center and into the surrounding sprawl, and lifted, diesel-chugging, three-quarter-ton pickups are fairly commonplace nowadays. And we’re not just talking about rides parked outside work sites, mind you. These days, you’re every bit as likely to see them parked outside the local Panera.

As you might expect, automakers are happily feeding the fire, offering a range of trucks that few will use to farm or do backbreaking labor, despite monikers that suggest otherwise. Names like King Ranch and Laramie have fed buyers a line of very profitable trucks loaded with leather-swaddled cabins and every imaginable creature comfort. General Motors is no stranger to this approach, as its GMC Denali line now extends to its monster-sized pickups. We slid behind the wheel of the 2011 GMC Sierra Denali 2500 4WD Crew Cab to see just how the big gilded beast fits into America’s pickup truck landscape.

The Sierra Denali 2500 wears the same squared-off sheetmetal as its less gentrified counterparts, though GMC has slathered chrome everywhere to help set it apart from the rest of the line. Most of it adorns the Denali’s new latticework upper and lower grille. All of that flash certainly helps draw attention, but it’s the sheer height and width of the truck that ensure you’ll have no problem spotting the crew cab in the parking lot. At 78.3 inches tall, the heavy-duty Sierra’s roofline towers over its neighbors.

With 20-inch polished aluminum five-spoke wheels wrapped in relatively thin 265/60R20 Goodyear Wranglers, we’d be wary of hopping any curbs at speed for fear of popping a tire. The street-oriented wheel/tire package is obviously geared more toward downtown grazing than foraging out in the wild. A set of optional chrome running boards and door handles match the wheels nicely, looking sharp against our tester’s black paint. Inside, it’s the familiar GMC Sierra layout, though the cabin is finished with slightly nicer materials and options. Dark faux wood trim adorns the dash, center stack, center armrest and door panels as well as the steering wheel. Our tester was fitted with black leather touches on the wheel, shift lever and seats, though the hides felt cheap to the touch. Unfortunately, the same can be said for the majority of this GMC’s cabin. With its dated touchscreen navigation system and chunky center stack, the Sierra’s dash is beginning to look its age, especially when compared to similar offerings from the Ford Super Duty and Ram HD teams. The GMC cross-town rivals have taken the time to work over their cabins to provide better quality leather as well as dash and center console designs that don’t look or feel like they were lifted from 1997.

The good news is that there’s nothing functionally wrong with the equipment. Thanks to the familiar design, all of the controls are intuitive and easy to use without getting lost in a sea of buttons or confusing navigation drop-down menus. While we can forgive a work truck its bare-bones innards, our tester came packing a $61,774 MSRP, including a $995 destination charge. That kind of coin could leave buyers itching for a little more when it comes to materials and design, especially when it comes to the navigation’s price tag. Our tester featured the company’s $2,250 touchscreen navigation package – ludicrous money in a time when every smart phone comes with a serviceable nav app for a buck. The Denali trim level includes dual-zone climate control, a 12-way power adjustable driver’s seat and Bose audio, but if you want extra goodies, you’re going to have to pay for them. Heated and cooled front seats add an additional $650 and a rearview camera tacks on another $450. We were also treated to a sunroof with an $895 price tag. Given how useful the camera is on this truck, it’s money well spent. Otherwise, we could probably get by just fine without most of the additional equipment.

The biggest option on our Sierra’s Monroney was the beast under its giant hood: a $7,195 Duramax 6.6-liter turbodiesel V8 engine making 397 horsepower at 3,000 rpm and 765 pound-feet of torque at 1,600 rpm. The engine uses Diesel Exhaust Fluid to keep its emissions clean; a full tank will cover around 5,000 miles depending on your driving habits before putting the truck in limp mode. We took the time to top off the exhaust fluid tank on our tester. Check out the Short Cut below for a look at the process. In our tester, the Duramax was bolted to an optional Allison six-speed automatic transmission for $1,200 and four-wheel drive, making for one of the most desirable drivetrain options in the GM fleet. For 2011, GMC has made a variety of towing equipment standard, including tricks like intelligent brake assist, a diesel exhaust brake, trailer sway control and hill-start assist. Our tester was also wired with an integrated trailer brake controller.

With all of that gear, the Sierra Denali 2500 can tow up to 13,000 pounds from a regular ball hitch and 16,800 pounds using a fifth-wheel setup. Unfortunately, we didn’t get a chance to hook any toys up to the rear of the 2500 during our time with the truck, so we can’t accurately say how it performs under load. As it’s one of the key attributes of this truck, next time, we’ll make a point of doing so.

Even without pulling any earth-moving equipment around the neighborhood, we observed in-city fuel economy of around 16.5 mpg, not shabby at all once you remember that the 6.6-liter turbodiesel V8 has enough torque to snap most driveshafts like takeout chopsticks.

Despite its polished image, there’s no hiding the fact that this is a three-quarter ton ox. Though the revised Duramax diesel starts on the first flip of the key and idles quietly enough, this isn’t really a vehicle designed to be comfortably driven every day. The large seats, while highly adjustable, are equipped with stiff cushions that only serve to amplify the truck’s rigid suspension. Will it probably ride better with a full load? Undoubtedly, but the truth is that the majority of owners will probably spend more time driving empty than under a full load.

The six-speed Allison automatic rows its gears precisely and accurately. It’s far and away the best gearbox in the line, and it handles the big diesel eight’s grunt without biting its nails. Unfortunately, in their quest for Ford-besting power figures, the engineers at GM have designed a surprising amount of turbo lag into the 6.6-liter Duramax. Sixth gear allows the engine to churn along at well below 1,000 rpm, but jumping on the fuel in anticipation of an interstate pass will keep you waiting as the engine builds enough revs to hit the magic 1,500 rpm mark. The power, while impressive, isn’t instantaneous. That lag is noticeable compared to the 2010 Duramax, which brought a still-muscular 365 horsepower and 660 pound-feet of torque to the engine bay.

Fortunately, few buyers are going to be pulling jack-rabbit takeoffs or jumping lanes in traffic. The Duramax is built to haul big loads over long distances, not to sprint. GM has made certain that its diesel offering remains competitive against the Powerstroke and Cummins competition, albeit at a price. Dialing up the power has had an impact on the Sierra 2500′s basic drivability. While buyers who use the vehicle at the upper limits of its towing capacity will likely enjoy the extra muscle, most consumers who purchase at this trim level simply want the on-demand power of the 2010 engine. If you’re looking for a capable truck that looks as sharp in the office parking lot as it does on the job site, you may be better off sticking with the smooth power of the base 6.0-liter V8.

A simple solution to the diesel’s power delivery problem would be to offer buyers selectable program modes similar to what the diesel aftermarket currently delivers. By altering boost and fuel levels, a clever computer could easily tailor the engine for fuel economy, power or drivability.

Even with its turbo lag and aging interior in place, the 2011 GMC Sierra Denali remains an impressive truck. If it were our money on the line, we’d likely skip the silver-plated belt buckle treatment of the Denali package and opt for the standard 2500 HD. Buyers looking for a few more creature comforts may be more satisfied with the interiors of the Ford Super Duty King Ranch or the Ram Trucks 2500 Laramie lines, but in terms of outright capability, the Sierra Denali is built to work.

Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC has a strong and committed sales staff with many years of experience satisfying our customers’ needs in the Daytona Beach area. Centrally located in Daytona Beach, Florida and neighbors to Orlando, St. Augustine, Titusville, New Smyrna Beach, Palm Coast, Sanford, Port Orange, Deland and Deltona we will help you find the right vehicle for your needs. Feel free to browse our inventory online, request more information about our New Cars  and / or Used Cars and Trucks vehicle Inventory, set up a test drive or inquire about our auto financing options!

Whether you are looking to purchase a new or used car and/or truck, Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC is here to help. If you don’t see what you are looking for, click on Find It For Me and simply fill out the form and we will let you know when vehicles arrive that match your search! Or if you would rather discuss your options with our friendly sales staff, click on Hours and Map for interactive driving directions. We are located at 932 N. Nova Road, Daytona Beach, 32117. Or call us at 866-994-6553. We look forward to serving you!

Contact Information:

Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC

932 N. Nova Road

Daytona Beach, FL 32117

www.ritcheyautos.com

Phone:  866-994-6553

Hours

Sales:

Monday-Friday: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sunday: 12 PM – 5 PM on the last Sunday of every month

Service and Parts:

Monday-Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

Finance and Body Shop:

Saturday-Sunday: Closed

The LaCrosse, available at Ritchey Buick in Daytona Beach, FL, has a battery system that preserves rear seat leg room and cargo space.

Whether hauling gifts for the family or the family itself, the 2012 Buick LaCrosse with eAssist fuel-saving technology comes standard with the space and versatility required to successfully navigate the holiday season.

Now at dealers, Buick’s newest large luxury sedan delivers segment-leading highway fuel economy and more rear-seat leg room and cargo-carrying flexibility than most of its competitors – all while accommodating an electric assist power pack.

The new LaCrosse offers a 60/40 fold-down rear seat that allows pass-through between the trunk and passenger compartment on the wider side to accommodate items like a snowboard or even a small Christmas tree. Comparable hybrid sedans made by Lexus, Infiniti, and Lincoln do not have fold-down rear seats.

In addition, LaCrosse with eAssist offers 40.5 inches of rear-seat leg room, as much as six inches more than its luxury hybrid and conventional powertrain competitors, and the same rear-seat roominess as the 2011 LaCrosse.

As far as Buick’s experts know, competitive gift-hauling vehicles from the North Pole don’t offer a rear seat at all.

“LaCrosse with eAssist is a no-compromise, high-mileage luxury sedan in more ways than one,” said Doug Osterhoff, LaCrosse product marketing manager. “Not only does the eAssist system enable outstanding fuel economy, the compact size of its battery helps maintain a spacious interior and enables owners to carry luggage and wrapped boxes in style.”

LaCrosse’s usefulness doesn’t end once the holidays are over. Though trunk space was slightly reduced to accommodate the eAssist power pack, it offers 11.7 cubic feet (331 liters) of storage – more than enough for two large golf bags or two sets of skis with the seat folded down. Buick market research shows that more than one in four LaCrosse owners participates in gear-intensive activities such as golfing and skiing.

The eAssist system is the standard powertrain for the new LaCrosse. It uses a 115V lithium-ion battery pack to store energy captured during regenerative braking. This energy is used to power a 15-kW electric motor-generator and to provide electricity to all of LaCrosse’s electrical systems when fuel is cut off during auto stop mode, or to provide added torque during acceleration. LaCrosse delivers an EPA-rated and segment-leading 36 mpg on the highway and 25 mpg in city driving – up to 25 percent better than the previous model.

The eAssist’s battery pack, which has a warranty of eight years, was subjected to extensive environmental and mechanical validation testing equivalent to 225,000 miles of four-season driving. Battery cell temperature is constantly monitored and managed by an onboard computer to extend cell life and optimize performance. Its cooling fan is calibrated to vehicle speed to help maintain LaCrosse’s library-quiet interior.

Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC has a strong and committed sales staff with many years of experience satisfying our customers’ needs in the Daytona Beach area. Centrally located in Daytona Beach, Florida and neighbors to Orlando, St. Augustine, Titusville, New Smyrna Beach, Palm Coast, Sanford, Port Orange, Deland and Deltona we will help you find the right vehicle for your needs. Feel free to browse our inventory online, request more information about our New Cars  and / or Used Cars and Trucks vehicle Inventory, set up a test drive or inquire about our auto financing options!

Whether you are looking to purchase a new or used car and/or truck, Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC is here to help. If you don’t see what you are looking for, click on Find It For Me and simply fill out the form and we will let you know when vehicles arrive that match your search! Or if you would rather discuss your options with our friendly sales staff, click on Hours and Map for interactive driving directions. We are located at 932 N. Nova Road, Daytona Beach, 32117. Or call us at 866-994-6553. We look forward to serving you!

Contact Information:

Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC

932 N. Nova Road

Daytona Beach, FL 32117

www.ritcheyautos.com

Phone:  866-994-6553

Hours

Sales:

Monday-Friday: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sunday: 12 PM – 5 PM on the last Sunday of every month

Service and Parts:

Monday-Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

Finance and Body Shop:

Saturday-Sunday: Closed

In its 30th year, the Car and Driver 10Best lists awards the world’s finest, chosen from a field that includes the prior year’s winners and all new or significantly upgraded models for 2012.

“As in years past, the cars on this year’s list represent the best overall vehicles on the market today,” said Eddie Alterman, editor-in-chief, Car and Driver. “Out of 68 contenders, these are the ones that consistently perform the best, are a good value and are engaging, fun-to-drive vehicles.”

The full 2012 Car and Driver 10Best list will be published in the January issue which hits newsstands today.

“Car and Driver’s 10Best list is among the top recognitions for a car to achieve,” said Larry Kelly, General Manager of Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC located in Daytona Beach, Florida. “This really is a testament to those who design and develop our products to be among the world’s best.”

The Cadillac CTS and CTS V-Series cars are available in available in sedan, coupe and wagon versions. Cadillac’s V-series cars feature 556- horsepower engines mated to 6-speed manual or automatic transmissions (with paddle shifters), race-inspired Brembo brakes, available Recaro seating and dual-mode Magnetic Ride Control suspension.

Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC has a strong and committed sales staff with many years of experience satisfying our customers’ needs in the Daytona Beach area. Centrally located in Daytona Beach, Florida and neighbors to Orlando, St. Augustine, Titusville, New Smyrna Beach, Palm Coast, Sanford, Port Orange, Deland and Deltona we will help you find the right vehicle for your needs. Feel free to browse our inventory online, request more information about our New Cars  and / or Used Cars and Trucks vehicle Inventory, set up a test drive or inquire about our auto financing options!

Whether you are looking to purchase a new or used car and/or truck, Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC is here to help. If you don’t see what you are looking for, click on Find It For Me and simply fill out the form and we will let you know when vehicles arrive that match your search! Or if you would rather discuss your options with our friendly sales staff, click on Hours and Map for interactive driving directions. We are located at 932 N. Nova Road, Daytona Beach, 32117. Or call us at 866-994-6553. We look forward to serving you!

Contact Information:

Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC

932 N. Nova Road

Daytona Beach, FL 32117

www.ritcheyautos.com

Phone:  866-994-6553

Hours

Sales:

Monday-Friday: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sunday: 12 PM – 5 PM on the last Sunday of every month

Service and Parts:

Monday-Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

Finance and Body Shop:

Saturday-Sunday: Closed

The GMC Acadia also continues to attract new customers to the brand. Like Terrain, Acadia is on track to count more than half of its owners from outside GM in 2011, continuing a four-year trend for the full-size crossover.

Acadia has the lowest cost of ownership in its segment, according to ALG, which tracks residual values, or how much a vehicle is expected to be worth after a certain number of years. Through November, total Acadia sales were up 18.6 percent year to date.

New in the 2012 GMC Terrain is the industry’s first crash avoidance system that exclusively uses a single camera to help drivers avoid front-end collisions. This technology is coupled with lane-departure warning for $295. Starting in Spring 2012, GMC’s new Intellilink infotainment system will be an option. Terrain sales were up 47.3 percent through November.

“Acadia and Terrain are industry leaders in both design and technology,” said Brian Sweeney, U.S. vice president of Buick and GMC Sales and Service. “Consumers are taking notice, as evidenced by each model’s sales increases through the first 11 months of 2011.”

After being redesigned for the 2011 model year, Sierra HD pickups are also ending their first full calendar year on a high note. Total sales were up 30.7 percent in November, and retail sales of ¾-ton extended-cab models were up 74.2 percent.

Retail sales of all Sierra pickups – ½ ton, ¾ ton and one ton – were up a combined 22.4 percent in November.

Like GMC’s full-size pickups, the Yukon and Yukon XL full-size luxury SUVs had a strong month, with retail sales up 25.7 percent and 27.7 percent, respectively, year over year.

All of these vehicles helped GMC increase its retail sales by 19.1 percent – the 26^th consecutive month of retail sales gains. Total sales for November were up 6.8 percent and total sales for the first 11 months of 2011 are up 21.6 percent compared with the same period last year.

Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC has a strong and committed sales staff with many years of experience satisfying our customers’ needs in the Daytona Beach area. Centrally located in Daytona Beach, Florida and neighbors to Orlando, St. Augustine, Titusville, New Smyrna Beach, Palm Coast, Sanford, Port Orange, Deland and Deltona we will help you find the right vehicle for your needs. Feel free to browse our inventory online, request more information about our New Cars  and / or Used Cars and Trucks vehicle Inventory, set up a test drive or inquire about our auto financing options!

Whether you are looking to purchase a new or used car and/or truck, Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC is here to help. If you don’t see what you are looking for, click on Find It For Me and simply fill out the form and we will let you know when vehicles arrive that match your search! Or if you would rather discuss your options with our friendly sales staff, click on Hours and Map for interactive driving directions. We are located at 932 N. Nova Road, Daytona Beach, 32117. Or call us at 866-994-6553. We look forward to serving you!

Contact Information:

Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC

932 N. Nova Road

Daytona Beach, FL 32117

www.ritcheyautos.com

Phone:  866-994-6553

Hours

Sales:

Monday-Friday: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sunday: 12 PM – 5 PM on the last Sunday of every month

Service and Parts:

Monday-Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

Finance and Body Shop:

Saturday-Sunday: Closed

Ritchey Cadillac believes our owners deserve it all.We are proud to offer our customers Cadillac Shield,known as “the most comprehensive suite of owner benefits offered by any luxury brand worldwide.”

Cadillac Shield provides customers with these nine outstanding benefits:

• Roadside Assistance – Standard on Cadillac, no other brand offers this 5-year service which provides lock-out service, towing, fuel, Dealer Technician and more.

• Security by OnStar – If your car is stolen, OnStar can send a Stolen Vehicle Slowdown or Remote Ignition Block signal to the car and use GPS technology to help authorities safely recover it. • Premium Care Maintenance – Fully transferable, full coverage maintenance program for four years/50,000 miles.

• Emergency by OnStar – If you are in a crash and unable to call for assistance, OnStar’s Injury Severity Predictor and First Assist will do it for you.

• Warranty Protection – Four year/50,000 mile, Bumper-To-Bumper Limited Warranty covers repairs to the entire vehicle for materials or workmanship, including parts and labor.

• Navigation by OnStar – A push of a button allows you to plan routes from Google Maps or MapQuest or download directions and a voice will direct you, turn-by-turn, to your destination.

• Diagnostics by OnStar – Every month, OnStar will perform remote vehicle diagnostics and detect any mechanical problems and send you a status report by email

• Connections by OnStar – Safely make and receive calls with Hands-Free Calling Capability from OnStar. Access and control your Cadillac from anywhere that has phone service with the MyCadillac and MyLink mobile apps.

• Courtesy Transportation – If your Cadillac requires warranty-covered services, this program guarantees you alternate transportation or reimbursement of transportation expenses.

• OnStar Services are free for the first year.

All of these benefits can be yours when you purchase a Cadillac from Ritchey Cadillac, www.ritcheyautos.com.

Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC has a strong and committed sales staff with many years of experience satisfying our customers’ needs in the Daytona Beach area. Centrally located in Daytona Beach, Florida and neighbors to Orlando, St. Augustine, Titusville, New Smyrna Beach, Palm Coast, Sanford, Port Orange, Deland and Deltona we will help you find the right vehicle for your needs. Feel free to browse our inventory online, request more information about our New Cars  and / or Used Cars and Trucks vehicle Inventory, set up a test drive or inquire about our auto financing options!

Whether you are looking to purchase a new or used car and/or truck, Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC is here to help. If you don’t see what you are looking for, click on Find It For Me and simply fill out the form and we will let you know when vehicles arrive that match your search! Or if you would rather discuss your options with our friendly sales staff, click on Hours and Map for interactive driving directions. We are located at 932 N. Nova Road, Daytona Beach, 32117. Or call us at 866-994-6553. We look forward to serving you!

Contact Information:

Ritchey Cadillac Buick GMC

932 N. Nova Road

Daytona Beach, FL 32117

www.ritcheyautos.com

Phone:  866-994-6553

Hours

Sales:

Monday-Friday: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sunday: 12 PM – 5 PM on the last Sunday of every month

Service and Parts:

Monday-Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

Finance and Body Shop:

Saturday-Sunday: Closed