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Beckman High School SADD Club Rally’s Peers

In support of Global Youth Traffic Safety Month, Beckman High School SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions) held a rally themed “DNT DRV INTXTICATED”. Overseen by their Advisor Melissa Carlile and the BHS Administration, the event was organized and directed by BHS SADD Co-Presidents Michelle Gao and Milonee Desai on Friday May 17th 2013 during their 2nd Period (8:46 am to 9:47 am) in Beckman’s gymnasium, on the day before the Junior-Senior Prom.

With a full house of student peers and faculty members watching, more than 30 students including the Beckman High Cheerleaders, put on a presentation to raise awareness for the importance of safe driving habits, particularly focusing on driving while texting and the effects even the smallest amount of alcohol has on a driver.

The event began with pumping up the crowd by the Beckman High Cheerleaders who didn’t miss a beat in an outstanding performance with “Act Out Loud Signs”, sending a message that actions speak louder than words. Michelle Gao and Milonee Desai, Co-Presidents of Beckman SADD Club then started off event explaining statistics and Video Presentation about SADD & SADD National with a Quiz and Raffle. Officer M. Bergstrom of Irvine Police Department provided a presentation and explanation of what the rules really are for drivers on provisional licenses, how it affects those riding in the vehicle as well as the driver.

Rochelle Shirkhanbaigi,  (left photo) Coordinator for DCH Tustin Acura which sponsors the SADD Club at Beckman, praised the students for their continuing effort to spread the word throughout the campus and in the community their commitment to making good decisions in their lives.

Guest Speaker Raquel Cail Gonzalez of Donate Life, (right photo) shared her touching personal tragedy with the audience. Revealing a single mother’s loss of her only child, Brittany Cail. Age 19, a  teen full of life, love, and caring, who was killed during a rain storm, driving the speed limit  but too fast for road conditions. Her story stressed that accidents could happen to anyone at any time, and her daughter may still be here today had she been more cautious.

The Relay then began with 3 students lined up and ready to challenge each other demonstrating the effects of alcohol on reflexes by the use of “Drunk Goggles”. The three students were required to get through circling a baseball bat, running through cones, using a hula hoop, stepping over small hurdles, jumping rope, and then shooting a basketball until making a basket. Kristen Mize, who was wearing no goggles zoomed through the course with little effort, as Kaitlin Fong, wearing the “Below the limit” goggles had several stumbles. In the meanwhile, Justin Aminian, BHS Athlete, wearing the strongest “Above the Limit Goggles” had a very difficult time getting through the course loosing balance, tripping, and finally running out of time as he missed shot after shot at the basket. Afterwards Justin stated “I never realized how much it changes your perception. I’d hate to ride with someone in that condition.”

The event ended with a video presentation called “The Last Text” which that reveals the extensive impact texting while driving can have on the lives of peers, communities, families and one’s self. The overall event was very impactful, and well received by over 750 students and faculty members.

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A SPECIAL ‘THANK YOU’

by Tustin High School Boy’s Volleyball Team, Tustin, CA

Dear Mr. Hsu and the team at DCH Tustin Acura,

The 2013 Tustin High Boys Volleyball team would like to thank DCH Tustin Acura for your continued support of our volleyball program by hanging a digitalized banner in our brand new state-of-the–art gym during the season. We compete in a tough Empire League and the players and coaches are working hard to continuously improve and upgrade the program. With your help and the donation of the time, space, and water for the car wash, we can add to this program what the boys have worked so hard to achieve. The car washes have been a tremendous support for our program and we couldn’t do it without your help.

Our new gym is equipped with the technology to run digitalized banners during matches.
In addition to the digitalized banner, recognition of your donation will also be mentioned at our end of the season banquet. 

Thank you for your support and we look forward to working with you in the future!

Sincerely, 

THS Boys Volleyball Team & Booster Program
Joanna Johnson, Head Coach

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DCH Tustin Acura Sponsors 9 Students to the SADD National Conference 

 A group of dedicated students from Beckman, Tustin and Foothill High Schools’ SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions) clubs participated in the fundraising event at Tustin Acura. They learned first hand on social interactions with adults in a formal function as well as showcased their commitment in spreading the message of safe driving. Under the sponsorship of DCH Tustin Acura, a group of the chosen 9 students will join the representatives from the rest of the country in attending the SADD national conference this year in Orlando in June. They will learn many leadership and organization skills which will help them to grow their clubs and become an influential force in promoting good behaviors with their peers.

• DCH Tustin Acura’s 2013 Sponsored Students attending this year’s conference from Beckman High, Foothill High and Tustin High are: Lauren Barnes, Karina Benitez, Jonathan Camarena, Milonee Desai, Brandon Fine, Kristen Fong, Michelle Gao, Jonathan Mendez, and Olivia Lee
• Sponsored Student Advisor of Beckman High:  Melissa Carlile
• DCH Representative: Rochelle Shirkhanbaigi

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For more information about SADD or how you can get involved contact:

Rochelle at customerrelations@tustinacura.com or call 714-669-9900

Premiere of Acura Flagship RLX and Charity Event

A fundraiser for SADD ( Students Against Destructive Decisions) clubs and première of the Acura Flagship RLX in Orange County drew a crowd of 150  local dignitaries, business leaders, school officials and the public on April 4 at the Acura dealership in Tustin.  Mayor of Tustin Al Murray led the delegation of 5 city council members, along with the State Assemblyman Don Wagner and representatives from Congressman John Campbell and Assemblywoman Diane Harkey, all on hand to present the certificates of appreciation for the 27 year of dedicated services and contributions to the community by DCH Tustin Acura.

In addition, the event honored the achievement by DC Tustin Acura with an award presented by the Vice President and General Manger of Acura Division Jeff Conrad. “The Dealership of Distinction is the highest award given by the Acura to recognize the excellent level of customer services provided by the dealership” said Jeff, “only a select group of dealerships can win this award, due to the high standards and stringent requirements.For DCH Tustin Acura to win 10 times is truly a testament of their dedication to excellence in serving their customers.”

DCH Tustin Acura is a sponsor for the SADD chapters in all three public high schools – Beckman, Foothill and Tustin – and started the Teen Safe Driving initiative 5 years ago to send the message out to the teenagers not to drive while being distracted by phone, loud music and noisy passengers, etc. Each school now has over 100 members in the club that meets regularly and has planned events throughout the year to spread the word. They also participated in many community events, like Tustin Tiller Days and Chili Cook-off to further send their voices out into the community. DCH Corporation – the parent company of Tustin Acura – also provides the scholarship funding to send many interested students to attend the SADD national conference each year.

In the event, the board member Bill Blanning for the American Red Cross Orange County also presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Tustin Acura for leading the students to raise funds for the Hurricane Sandy Relief. The students were called on stage to share this recognition for their charitable contribution.

Many businesses in the community and associated partners of Tustin Acura have donated gift items for raffle drawing and silent auction at the event, including Angels and Clippers games, golf games, travel bags, wine sets, etc. , plus cash donations. Over $4,000 were raised. All will be used to reward future scholarships for SADD clubs by the DCH Teen Safe Driving Foundation.

Miss Tustin, Shea Marie Frates in a red dress and princess Natalia Reyes in a matching blue dress rode in with the brand new 2014 RLX, when this newly redesigned Acura Flagship was revealed to the audience. The vehicle is not only equipped with the many industry leading technologies, but also has the advanced styling and powerful but energy-efficient engine. This is the most sophisticated, best safety-equipped, technological advanced and fuel economical full-sized luxury sedan that Acura has ever produced. To learn more about the vehicle, here is the link: 2014 RLX.

Contact DCH Tustin Acura for more information at 714-669-9900 or email customerrelations@tustinacura.com or at www.dchtustinacura.com

Click here to View More Photos of the event, compliments of Anthony Wang Photography

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SUPPORTERS: DCH Tustin Acura would like to thank our supporters who have made a huge difference in helping to keep the efforts of these student activities on going in our community!

A Big Thank You to the following Businesses for your on going support: Acura, Anthony Wang Photography , Black Gold Golf Club, Foothill Community Association ,Independence Bank, Jt Schmids Restarurant & Brewery, Lazy Dog Cafe, Lyon Studios, Nieuport 17, Oggi’s, PacTrust Bank , Red Robin, Reynolds & Reynolds , RPA  , Saddleback Flower Shop, Sharky’s Woodfired Mexican Grill, SportsCare Center   Dr. Duddey Chiropractic, The Crab Cooker, The Crossings at Carlsbad , Trader Joe’s  , Tustin Body Works,  Tustin Community Bank , Tustin Community Foundation,  Tustin Ranch Golf Club , Tustin Road House , Zitos Bar & Grill , Zov’s Bistro

If you would like additional information, or would like to join in and show your support; either with funding or donations for events, please email our Coordinator: Rochelle Shirkhanbaigi at rochelles@dchtustinacura.com or call 714-669-9900.

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Acura Zone Manger Matt Walsh presented the Dealership of Distinction Award to Dick Hsu, General Manager of DCH Tustin Acura.

“The Dealership of Distinction Award is the highest honor given by Acura to a select group of the dealers which met a set of stringent criteria” said Matt Walsh, “ To win this award even once is not an easy task; for a dealership to win it 9 times in a roll and 10 times total is truly a remarkable achievement. It is a testament of the outstanding achievement in customer services by DCH Tustin Acura’.

This award was presented to the entire team of the employees of DCH Tustin Acura in a luncheon catered by Acura on Friday, March 29. Dick Hsu , the general manger, in accepting the award on behalf of dealership responded, “ We cannot stop there now. We must get ready for the 10th time in a row. We are fortunate to have this group of dedicated employees working for us and I’m sure we will make it again”.

Contact information:
DCH Tustin Acura,
9 Auto Center Drive, Tustin, CA 92782
714-669-9900
http://www.dchtustinacura.com

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 Acura RLX is no HAL, but it’s smart
Driving the new Acura RLX was almost a “look Ma, no hands” experience.
By: SUSAN CARPENTER of The ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER

Powering down Interstate 5 this week, there were times I let the car steer without my direction and relied on its multiple cameras to determine if I was risking a front-end collision, at which point the RLX applied the brakes on my behalf, slowing me to a dead stop when necessary.
If the RLX was any more engaged, Acura would need to rename it HAL* and equip it with a voice box that called me Dave…

–READ MORE– : via DCH Tustin Acura | New Acura dealership in Tustin, CA 92782.

 

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Proper service is key to keeping your vehicle running efficiently.

Even if your automobile is out of warranty, your dealer’s service department is the best place to have it maintained and repaired. There are many good reasons to choose a dealer over your neighborhood garage.

Vehicles built in the past two decades have become vastly more sophisticated and complex as the engineers who develop them strive to meet ever more stringent safety, fuel economy and emissions regulations. Networks of computers in vehicles manage everything, including engine and transmission systems, fuel delivery, brakes, airbags, heating and cooling and even audio systems.

Today each carmaker uses its own unique systems and proprietary technology, and understanding how it all works takes specialized, brand-specific training. In addition, maintaining, diagnosing and repairing these systems requires specialized tools and equipment. Many systems in modern vehicles are interconnected––for example, vehicle stability management systems often comprise braking, throttle control and traction control functions––so understanding how they all work together is critical to ensuring they all continue to work as they are designed to.

The service technicians that work at dealerships get extensive factory training and certification on a regular basis to ensure that they are thoroughly familiar with every model that automaker sells. They learn how all the systems work and how to use the proper tools keep them running.

As new vehicle propulsion systems are invented and more technologically advanced vehicles are developed – such as battery electrics, plug-in hybrids and eventually hydrogen fuel cells and even autonomous vehicles – specialized training will be more important than ever.

You depend on your vehicle to get to work, school and the grocery store safely and reliably. In addition to properly trained technicians, dealer service departments also use the same original-equipment replacement parts that went into the vehicle at the factory. Automakers spend years developing and testing new vehicles and every component that goes into them. They also conduct thousands of crash tests to make sure drivers and passengers are protected during an accident.

Third-party replacement parts may look like the originals, but it’s often what you can’t see that makes the difference. Non-original electronics and sensors are often not built to the same standards, and body and suspension components may be produced from different material grades that don’t hold up as well as factory parts. Saving a few dollars on third-party replacement parts can often cost you far more down the road.

The dealer service department will almost always provide a warranty on both the labor performed on your vehicle and the replacement parts the technicians install, something you often won’t get from an independent shop. Whenever possible, it’s best to have your vehicle serviced by the experts that know it best, with training from people that built it. The peace of mind you get will be worth it.

Call 877-918-2837 to schedule your appointment at DCH Tustin Acura today or visit the links below.

[ Schedule Service Form ]  [ Acura Accessories and Parts ]  [ Service Specials and Coupons ]

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2013 Acura RDX ~A new level of crossover performance and luxury

The 2013 Acura RDX has evolved, and fairly dramatically at that. With a sleeker, more elegant body, a more luxurious interior and a more powerful engine, the all-new 2013 Acura RDX crossover heads in an exciting new direction. Impressive highway fuel economy makes the 2013 RDX available here at DCH Tustin Acura in Tustin, California that much sweeter.

Unmistakably sharp Acura style combines with greater comfort and room to make the 2013 RDX even more desirable than the first-generation version. A 273-hp 3.5-liter i-VTEC^® V6 engine delivers 33 more hp than the previous model’s turbocharged four, and yet also consumes less fuel. The handling remains decidedly sporty, while ride smoothness and quietness move to a higher level. In the Acura tradition of exceptional value, the MSRP of $34,320* encompasses many features that other luxury brands make extra-cost options. (Build and Price your RDX here.)

The accolades have already started to come in for Acura and the 2013 RDX. Acura won the 2013 “Residual Value Award” for “Best Premium Brand for Long Term Value” from ALG, which recognized all Acura models for “exceptional vehicle quality, strong brand desirability and long-term reliability.” In addition, ALG ranked the 2013 Acura RDX highest in the “Premium Compact Utility Vehicle” category. On the topic of awards that really matter, the 2013 RDX has earned a “Top Safety Pick” rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

There’s no mistaking the fully redesigned 2013 Acura RDX for anyone else’s crossover. It’s sleeker and more elegant, with an instantly identifiable Acura face and more sculpted profile. Only slightly larger externally than the first-generation RDX, the 2013 model provides greater interior room, and larger door openings make entering and exiting the vehicle easier. Inside, 103.5 cubic feet of total passenger volume puts the 2013 Acura RDX at the top of its class. The new body also yields more cargo room than before – 76.9 cubic feet with the one-touch 60/40-split/folding rear seatbacks down. That’s more than the previous RDX and handily beats the 57.3 cubic feet total in the Audi Q5. A new power tailgate is available, making cargo-area access easier than ever.

One test drive in the 2013 Acura RDX will reveal its deft new blend of handling agility and ride comfort, with new Active Sound Control and abundant sound-deadening material ensuring a serene cabin. A longer wheelbase, wider track and lower center of gravity than in the previous RDX set a foundation for the optimal balance of ride and handling.

To that foundation, the four-wheel independent suspension introduces the benefits of a new chassis technology called Amplitude Reactive Dampers. Without requiring electronics or computers, the new dampers (shock absorbers) react to differences between small and large bumps, providing a more comfortable ride quality overall, while firming up when needed to maintain agility in corners. New electric power steering and standard 18-inch alloy wheels also contribute to the more refined handling feel in the 2013 RDX.

As before, the Acura RDX offers a choice between front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. The new AWD with Intelligent Control System^™ adjusts the front-to-rear power distribution in response to conditions. For example, the system sends power to the rear wheels under acceleration and also when starting out in snow, helping prevent front wheel spin from occurring. When cruising on the highway, the system powers just the front wheels to conserve fuel.

Even with the new, more powerful engine, the AWD RDX returns an impressive 27 mpg highway**, compared to 22 mpg for the previous AWD model. The front-wheel drive RDX offers an EPA-estimated 28 mpg highway**, compared to 24 mpg for the previous front-wheel drive version.

Variable Cylinder Management (VCM^®) technology lets the engine run on three, four or all six cylinders, depending on load and driving conditions, to maximize fuel economy. The new six-speed Sequential SportShift Automatic transmission with “Sport” mode boosts both efficiency and driving pleasure. The Grade Logic Control feature automatically holds a lower gear on steep uphill and downhill grades. For sporty driving, you can shift with the paddles on the back of the steering wheel.

A comparison to other luxury models in this class quickly shows that the 2013 RDX offers more standard amenities. These include perforated leather upholstery, heated front seats, power-operated glass moonroof, three-view rear camera, Keyless Access System with push-button start, dual-zone automatic climate control, Pandora^® Internet Radio interface and SMS text messaging.

The 2013 Acura RDX comes so well equipped, it offers just one option, the Technology Package. The brand’s most advanced infotainment package ever, it adds the Acura Navigation System with Voice Recognition and the AcuraLink Communication System^®, along with a 90-day free trial of AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic^™ and AcuraLink Real-Time Weather^™. It also includes the amazing 410-watt, 10-speaker Acura ELS Surround^® audio system – which reserves 15GB of the hard disc drive for downloaded music – a GPS linked climate control system and Xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights.

Come in to drive the luxury crossover that delivers sharper styling, more power and even greater luxury while reducing fuel consumption, the 2013 Acura RDX.

SCHEDULE YOUR TEST DRIVE OF THE 2013 Acura RDX TODAY ONLINE!  Call: 877-918-2837  or  VISIT US at: 9 Auto Center Drive, Tustin, CA 92708

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*MSRP excluding tax, license, registration, $895.00 destination charge and options. Dealer prices may vary.

**Based on 2013 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.

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Is there a way to tell when I need new tires?

According to Michelin®,  tread wear indicators (“wear bars”) are located at the base of the main grooves and are equally spaced around the tire. The tread wear indicators, which look like narrow strips of smooth rubber across the tread, will appear on the tire when that point of wear is reached. When you see these wear bars, the tire is worn out and it’s time to replace the tire. Always remove tires from service when they reach a remaining tread depth of two thirty-seconds of an inch (2/32″). Another easy way to check is to do the penny test. Take a penny and place it with Lincoln’s head down in the tread groove. If you can see the top of Lincoln’s head, then it is time to replace your tires.

Right now you can Get  A $70 MICHELIN® prepaid mastercard Card when you purchase any set of four (4) MICHELIN® brand passenger or light truck tires they may be eligible to receive a $70 MasterCard® Prepaid Card by mail-in rebate. Offer EXPIRES:  Good For Consumer Purchases from in-stock inventory between 12:00 a.m. (EST) March 14th 2013 and April 15th 2013.
DCH Tustin Acura is an Acura Authorized Tire Center.

Call 877-918-2837 or stop in and speak with one of our professional Service or Parts Consultants at DCH Tustin Acura for more information, complete terms and conditions, and to receive your redemption form.

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Acura New Flagship RLX Has Arrived 

The long wait is over; the all-new 2014 Acura flagship RLX is here. It is the most powerful, spacious, and technologically advanced sedan in the history of Acura. Powered by an all-new 310-horsepower, direct-injected V-6 engine and featuring a host of Acura signature technologies, including Precision All-Wheel Steer™, Jewel Eye™ LED headlights, and the next generation of the AcuraLink® connected car system, the RLX delivers new levels of technology-enhanced performance, comfort and connectivity in a luxury flagship sedan.

LOADED WITH EXCITING FEATURES:

• Direct-injected 3.5-liter SOHC i-VTEC V-6 engine with Variable Cylinder Management.  Rated at 310 horsepower and 272 lb-ft. of torque
• Expected best-in-class EPA fuel economy ratings of 20/31/24 mpg (city/highway/combined)*
• Acura Signature Jewel-Eye dual-stack LED headlights
• Precision All-Wheel Steer
• Next-generation AcuraLink Connectivity System
• Best rear-seat legroom (38.8 inches) and best front and rear shoulder room in it’s class
• Dual LCD navigation and touch screens
• Acura Navigation System with Voice Recognition
• Acura/ELS audio system with HD Radio, XM Radio, and Pandora
• Active Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow for stop and go traffic
• Lane Keeping Assist System

Click to learn more about the Acura RLX’s Specifications  or the Acura RLX’s Features, Performance, and Safety

Contact DCH Tustin Acura for your test drive today. Call 877-918-2837 or Click on the additional information links below.

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