All-New 2014 Infiniti Q50 revealed

Infiniti was able to keep the World in suspense with details of what the next generation luxury sports sedan successor to the popular Infiniti G37 series.

On January 14th morning, at the North American International Auto Show, the all-new 2014 Infiniti Q50 was revealed for the first time to an eager crowd. The design is an all new direction for Infiniti both for the exterior and interior.

Here are some pictures and a reveal video of the all-new 2014 Infiniti Q50. We are expecting the to see the new Q50 in the Summer of 2013. Tell us what you think of the new direction.

Winter Tire Tips - When less is not more

While most owners that come to our dealership, probably won't have to drive in deep snow and ice-covered roads on a daily basis, these two are the most challenging conditions to drive on.

Infiniti G37

In regards to All-Season, Summer, and Winter type tires, technology have come a long way in the past decade. Tires have gained more traction, reduced road noise, more comfort and durability. However, the basics of traction and handling in snow and ice has not changed.

A tire must have have three fundamental qualities to work in winter conditions. These are an appropriate tread design, pliable tread compound that does not harden in the cold, and sufficient tread depth. With the advances in computer aided designed tread designs and modern rubber chemistry two of the three are usually not up for concern.

Ask any of our Service Consultant for tire safety check

Since most Northern California drivers only replace tires when they are worn, which is when the tread depth reach 2/32nd" (or about 1.6mm) It is the tread depth that is often overlooked. Without sufficient tread depth, the tire's traction on snow would be reduced since tires require more depth to compress snow in the grooves to take a "bite"

At Infiniti of Pleasanton, your safety is our top priority and we recommend tire replacement based on the expected road conditions. Our Service Consultants may ask questions such as what kind of road conditions that your Infiniti may see. So even though the tires on your vehicle may appear to have plenty of tread depth, it would not be unusual for us to recommend tire replacement on tires that have 4/32nd" during rainy months and 6/32nd" if driven in snow or icy roads.

Another option some owners who plan to frequent snow or ice covered roads is to purchase a second set of wheels and tires designed just for winter use. Be sure to ask your Service Consultant for their recommendation during your visit.

Visit www.infinitiofpleasanton.comfor our latest Winter service coupons.

ref: Tire Rack Winter Tire article

3rd Annual Battle at Dublin Ranch Golf Event

We were a proud to be a sponsor at the 3rd Annual Battle of Dublin Ranch Golf Event again on July 16 this year. All procceds for this fund raising event goes to the Prostate Cancer Foundation (www.pcf.org) and Arnie's Army.

This was the second year that Infiniti of Pleasanton sponsored the event and was joined with our sister dealership, Acura of Pleasanton. We offered a chance to win a brand new 2012 Infiniti GS37 convertible should a lucky participant shoot a Hole-in-One on the 3rd hole.

While the sporty Infiniti G37 convertible didn't go to a new home, it was still a great event with clear blue skies. The day was made even more special with all-you-can-eat hot wings by Buffalo Wild Wings and sponsored beverages on the course.

Here are some of the highlights of the event. If you like to join us for next year as a sponsor or participant, please contact event coordinator, Chris Conway at 925-354-5363 or cconway@pcf.org

Bill Steffanhagen, sales Consultant warms up for his tee off



2012 Infiniti G37 convertible

A participant tees off for his chance on the Infiniti G37

Infiniti JX - We Choose

In life you have choices. You choose to grow up not old, you choose to raise a family and still follow your dreams. At Infiniti, we choose to inspire by designing a family vehicle that doesn't sacrifice your individuality and introduces class-leading technologies and flexibility.

Check out this video on the soon to be released Infiniti JX.



Be sure to check back for our Official JX Launch announcement here at Infiniti of Pleasanton.

Nissan / Infiniti Homelink Tutorial

You just brought home your new Infiniti and the when you got there, you noticed that your garage door or front gate opener hasn't yet been programmed into the Homelink system in your car.

What do you do? Well, you can open the owner's manual and read up on it or you can follow this video tutorial explaining the function and features of your car's embedded Homelink transceiver, including the standard programming steps and references for further information and telephone support.

Or feel free to contact your sales consultant for guidance at 866-677-1474