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Hidden details that may be robbing your engine performance
There's an old saying, "what you don't know, can't hurt you". That may be true when comes to some things in life, but not when it relates to your engine's performance or efficiency.


This is a close up of a 35,000 mile engine air filter that was long over due for replacement. Depending on driving conditions, such as dusty roads or stop and go driving, your engine's air filter may experience longer or shorter service life.


This what a fresh engine air filter looks like. Of course over time, while doing its intended job, all engine air filters will slowly start to get dirty and plugged up eventually reducing the ability for the engine to easily take in air.


Here are both filters side by side. Imagine jogging and then putting a scarf over your face while running. Which would be easier for "your engine" with or without something blocking your air intake?


Remember, details like these are sometimes overlooked by other shops because they don't/can't carry every single air filter for every car they work on. Whereas, we specialize in Infiniti cars and only carry Genuine Factory Replacement Parts that are guaranteed to fit and work correctly on every Infiniti model.


Questions? Don't hesistate to contact our service or parts departments at 866-677-1474.
Ever wondered what happens to all that used engine oil and tires?
The Pleasanton Automall, as part of the Hendrick Automotive Group, is one of the most environmentally responsible auto dealerships in the country. With our waste management partner, Quest, we are doing our part to make sure our businesses has as little impact on our environment as possible.

Want to know more? Check out this video on some of the processes that go on behind the scene long after your car leaves any one of our Pleasanton Automall dealerships.


If you like more details ask for the Service Manager or go to http://www.questrecycling.com/ .
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Some Holiday Infiniti commercials - enjoy!
Avalanche 2011


Snowball Fight 2011


Michevious Snowball 2011


Michevious Snowball from 2010
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
$500 Apple Gift Card Winner!

Infiniti Sales Manager, Daniel Kossut presents Sweepstakes Winner, John Cruz his $500 Apple Gift Card! John says, "I never won anything before!"


To enter the sweepstakes was as easy as filling out a form online for us to give you a quote on what we would like to buy your used car for. Remember to follow our Facebook Page to be notified of our next Sweepstakes! Congratulations John!
5 Changes you should know about Facebook


If you are user of Facebook, then you noticed there were some changes to what you saw on your screen. Some are minor but some are major.

Some of the changes include:


1) The News Feed Ticker - this is the one on the upper right side of your screen.

2) Smart Lists - this is Facebook's way of helping you manage all your contacts, friends and family by separating them into groups.

3) The New Feed - this is where you see the actual posting from those you are following. However it has changed, Facebook will present posts that based on your previous interaction with those contacts up top.

4) The Subscribe Button - this is where you can make your personal profile more public.

5) Timeline - is something very new and part of Facebook's F8. This is where all your stories, all your apps in a new way to express who you are. Kind of like a personal online scrapbook.

For a more in-depth coverage on these changes to Facebook, follow the link below. socialmediaexaminer.com

What do you think of these new changes?
2011 Customer Appreciation Sales Event
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2011 Infiniti of Pleasanton Customer Appreciation Day?

For a limited time, a select number of owners were mailed a special invitation to stop by our dealership this Saturday the 24th in celebration of our special 2011 Customer Appreciation Sales Event.


We created this event as a way of saying "Thank You", to our loyal guests.

Over the last two months, our dealership has been preparing for our Customer Appreciation Day by stocking a great selection of New and Certified Pre-Owned vehicles. This plus compelling manufacture programs have resulted in an opportunity that you must see to believe.

Win $5,000!
If your confirmation number matches the one on the registration table - you WIN! One guaranteed confirmation number has been mailed. You must be present to win. See your invitation letter for your number.

Plus just by bringing your letter and registering at when you arrive, you will receive a complimentary gift bag, just for attending.

*see your letter or give us a call at 866-677-1474 for more details on the special lease and finance terms .
Win a $500 Apple Store Gift Card!

We want to buy your car! Simple to enter, just let us give you a quote to buy your car! You can enter online HERE or cut and paste into your web browser http://www.pleasantonauto.com/apple-gift-card.aspx for more informatiion. If you like you also can call us at 866-677-1474 to schedule an appointment.
What is Infiniti Personal Assistant?

? Every New Infiniti Now Comes With Unlimited, 4-Year Complimentary Access to ?Anything, Anytime, Anywhere? Task Assistance Agents ?

Infiniti today announced the national launch of its complimentary Infiniti Personal Assistant benefit, which provides new Infiniti owners with unlimited 24-hour access to a live team of professional assistants. Accessible primarily through the owner?s mobile phone, either synched in-vehicle through the Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System voice command or away from the vehicle.
 
Click here for more details Infiniti Personal Assistant
Rick Hendrick ink $250,000 sports sponsorship deal

Rick Hendrick and Hendrick Automotive Group has agreed to a $250,000 sponsorship with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools that will allow middle schools to offer complete sports programs for the upcoming academic year.

For more in depth article please go to http://www.charlotteobserver.com/2011/08/03/2501145/cms-rick-hendrick-ink-250000-sports.html
Save the Date! 3rd Annual Custom Car Meet

Save the date! Our 3rd Annual Custom Car Meet is set for Sunday, October 2nd. Will be hosted this year at Umigo Indoor Kart Racing in Livermore. Kart racing is optional, but special pricing for that day! Reserve your kart racing spot soon!


We plan to have over 200+ cars, indoor vendor alley, food trucks, taco stand, trophies, and more! Follow us at Pleasanton Automall Facebook Events Page for up to date details! (You may need to log into your Facebook account to view) Best part? Its FREE to show your car or be a vendor!

Feel free to contact me directly for more information.

Adam Toy
adam.toy@hendrickauto.com
A Hole in One wins an Infiniti G37 Convertible!

Today's the day for the King's Crusade prostate cancer research fund raiser golf event. It turned out to be a beautiful day along with Arnie's Army Battles and the Prostate Cancer Foundation organizers on the Dublin Ranch Golf Course in San Ramon, CA.

The 18 hole event had a Shotgun Start at 1:00pm with a four person scramble. A lucky participant with a Hole in One at the third hole will win the brand new Infiniti G37 Convertible you see in the picture above!

In addition to Infiniti of Pleasanton's contribution, event sponsors also include Heineken, Guinness, Lagunita's Brewing Co., Miller Coors, Pyramid Breweries, and Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar for the during and after refreshments and food.

For more information to support this cause, please contact Chris Conway - 925-354-5363 or cconway@pcf.org. Or check out the following links for more information about the organizations.

Prostate Cancer Foundation
Arnies Army Battles
Buffalo Wild Wings
Is Premium fuel necessary for your Infiniti?

We get asked this question by many owners and thought we take the mystery out of which grade of gasoline to use in your cars.

Many owners use premium gasoline in the belief that it's better for engines than regular. That can be a costly mistake, especially during times of high fuel prices. Octane grades don't represent a "good, better, best" choice; they simply measure the resistance of fuel to knocking or pinging, a condition in which gasoline burns uncontrollably in the engine's combustion chambers. Knocking and pinging can damage an engine.

While high-octane formulations resist knocking better than lower octanes, most engines are designed to take regular gas, which has an octane rating of about 87. Engines requiring premium gas are typically the more powerful ones found in sports and luxury vehicles, which include those found in your Infiniti. Infiniti engines use a very high compression ratio (which is basically how tight the piston squeezes the air/fuel mixture), making them more vulnerable to knocking, so recommended fuels have octane ratings of 91 or higher.

Some engines for which premium gasoline is recommended can run on regular without problems. That's because the engine's knock-sensor system detects the presence of uncontrolled burning in the combustion chambers. When it does, the engine's computer-control system retards engine timing, eliminating the knock but slightly reducing power.

If you don't mind giving up some performance, you can run these engines on less-expensive regular gasoline. To check whether your engine is capable of running on regular gas, read your owner's manual or give us a call! What grade of fuel do you use in your Infiniti?
Take a Shot at Prostate Cancer - July 11th, 2011 @ Dublin Ranch Golf Course
Infiniti of Pleasanton is proud to join with Arnie's Army Battles and the Prostate Cancer Foundation for a golf fund raiser on Monday July 11th, 2011.


  • WIN a 2011 Infiniti Convertible with a Hole in One!
  • 18 holes of golf with a cart
  • Sponsored beverages on the course
  • Drawings for great prizes
  • All you can eat Hot Wings by Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar
To sign up contact Chris Conway - 925-354-5363 or cconway@pcf.org
See you there!

Infiniti of Pleasanton is a proud sponsor of the the Moraga Open tennis tournament taking place Aug 3rd through Aug 8, 2010.

Infiniti of Pleasanton is a proud to be a Corporate Patron Sponsor of the the Moraga Open tennis tournament taking place Aug 3rd through Aug 8, 2010. Originally called the Stead Open was conceived as the NorCal Sectionals in 1980 and relocated to Moraga Country Club in 1983. Since it's inception, it has grown significantly in spectator participation, player involvement and prize money.


In 1986, the tournament became known as the Stead Open with the involvement of Stead Motors as the major sponsor and the prize money increased from $2,000 to $10,000. This resulted in the tournament earning its way to being considered a very prestigious tennis event. In addition to the increase in prize money, the tournament joined the ranks of open section status which allowed the tournament to draw from a much larger geographic area.

Since 1986, there have been several increases in prize money from $10,000 to the $25,000 currently held as the purse, placing the Moraga Open among the highest prize money open sectional tournaments in the nation . As the prize money has increased, so has both the quantity and quality of players.

The Moraga Open has received very favorable press over the years. In 1990, Inside Tennis voted the Moraga Open the tournament of the 80?s. In 1993, the Moraga Open was recognized as one of the most prestigious Open tournaments in the nation and was featured as such in Tennis Magazine., This magazine has the largest circulation of any tennis magazine. The Moraga Open has received consistent press in Inside Tennis as well as local coverage in the Contra Costa Times and most recently on KGO Radio.
No. 5 Mark Martin Hendrickcars.com Helmet Sweepstakes
Because we are a part of Hendrick Automotive Group we bring you alot of exciting opportunites-- all part of NASCAR excitement. Here is the latest and greatest.


Hendrickcars.com and Hendrick Motorsports have teamed up to provide one lucky winner one of the best looking helmets in the series. But you have to hurry; the Sweepstakes ends August 4, 2010.

Visit hendrickcars.com to submit a sweepstakes entry. One lucky winner will receive the replica helmet signed by Mark Martin.

Martin?s 32 top-10 finishes and 38 lead-lap finishes at Pocono are the most for the NASCAR veteran at any racetrack. Meanwhile his 19 top-five finishes rank second -- just behind the 22 he has recorded at Dover. In June at Pocono, Martin started 14th and raced into the top-10 before being involved in a last-lap multi-car accident that left him with a 29th-place finish.
Infiniti's Limited Engagement Summer Event
Going on NOW at Infiniti of Pleasanton.  Take advantage of the best offers of the year on our entire line of luxury performannce vehicles.  The Infiniti Limited Engagement Summer Event going on now!  You won't want to miss it. 
2009 Infiniti G37 coupe-- Power and luxury rolled into one
Nissan's U.S arm makes a bold statement in the luxury segment with the launch of 2009 Infiniti G37 coupe. The automaker's intention was very much clear from the very beginning when it refined the powerplant and replenished the Infiniti G37 coupe with an all-new 7-speed automatic transmission to take on BMW, Mercedes Benz and Audi head-on. The dynamic design in the exterior and the refined interior stacked with hi-tech equipment and user-friendly features makes it a worthy contender in the luxury sports coupe segment. Hendrick Automotive Group's exclusive showroom for new Infiniti vehicles at San Francisco offers this upscale rear-wheel drive coupe to its customers in all its variations. Trim levels for the Coupe include G37 base, G37 Journey, G37S Sport 6MT, and G37x AWD.

All the variants promise improved efficiency, smooth ride and high performance, thanks to the 3.7-liter V6 engine that produces 330 hp and 270lb-ft of torque. Apart from the standard 7-speed AT, the G37 Coupe is also available with a 6-speed manual transmission. The wider gear ratios offer better fuel efficiency which is rated at 17/25mpg city/highway on the manual transmission and an extra mpg on automatic transmission. The sports suspension of the coupe does add a lively feel to the drive, reminding that this is no luxury softly-sprung tourer.

With a bevy of standard and optional equipment on offer, 2009 Infiniti G37 coupe is an impressive buy. Standard features include intelligent I-key with smart access and push button starter, Bluetooth phone connectivity, cruise control, automatic climate control; tilt/telescopic leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio controls and leather upholstery among others. Major optional packages include a Premium Package, a Navigation Package, a Technology Package, a Sport Package, and Performance Tire and Wheel Package as well as some stand-alone convenience features. Check out the official website of the San Francisco Infiniti dealer at http://www.infinitiofpleasanton.com/index.jsp for more information.
Pleasanton Automall's FIRST ever VIP Custom Car & Tuner Show
Join us for our first ever VIP Custom Car & Tuner Show. Music and prizes, BBQ lunch & refreshemts, People's choice award, FREE car show registration! Vintage Welcome!When: Sunday, October 18th 11am to 4pmWhere: 4345 Rosewood drivePleasanton, Ca 94588(925)463-4700

A charitable event for the Taylor Family Foundation's "Coins for Campers" and Sponsored by: Quaker State, B&S Hacienda Autobody, BG, Diablo dents, Finishing edge, Monster energy drinks, Advanced Interior Restoration services, Umigo race
Prelude to a Dream race at Eldora Speedway
The Prelude to the Dream race at Eldora Speedway has been rescheduled from it's orginal date after being rained out on June 3, 2009. The Prelude to the Dream race will take place next Wednesday, September 9thIt's a dirt-track race where top NASCAR drivers like Jimmie Johnson, Jeff Gordon, Tony Stewart (Eldora Speedway owner), Carl Edwards, Kyle Busch, Kevin Harvick, Kasey Kahne, Matt Kenseth and even more top drivers will battle for first place. These drivers donate their time to participate in this race to help raise money for military charities.
Proceeds from this race will go to support four military-themed charities: Wounded Warrior Project, Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund, Operation Homefront, and Fisher House. These four charities all cater to severely injured military personnel or fallen heroes and their families.Hendrickcars.com is proud to sponsor Jimmie Johnson in this race. He'll be driving the #48 Hendrickcars.com car and we expect a great finish. He finished in the top 10 last year and should do even better this year with a Hendrickcars.com race car.Want a Hendrickcars.com vehicle too? Visit us on-line to select from up to 5,000 pre-owned vehicles of all makes and models. Over 50% of our inventory are manufacturer certified pre-owned vehicles with free CARFAX reports. Plus, you can enter the 2009 Dream Weekend at Indy sweepstakes for a chance to win an all-expense-paid trip to the Brickyard 400 courtesy of Hendrick Motorsports.
Use CARS for new cars


Considering trading in your vehicle? Take advantage of the CAR Allowance Rebate System (CARS), a federal program that helps the consumers buy or lease a more environmentally-friendly vehicle from dealers when they trade in a less fuel-efficient car or truck. The CARS is basically a $1 billion government program through which the consumers can get a $3,500 or $4,500 discount from the dealer when they trade in their old vehicle and buy or lease a new one. One main plus point of the program is that the consumers do not have to register anywhere or at any time for this program. Here are a few important points to keep in mind to utilize the benefits of this program.

Your vehicle must be less than 25 years old on the trade-in date
Only purchase or lease of new vehicles qualify
Generally, trade-in vehicles must get 18 or less MPG (some very large pick-up trucks and cargo vans have different requirements).
Trade-in vehicles must be registered and insured continuously for the full year preceding the trade-in
The program requires the scrapping of your eligible trade-in vehicle, and that the dealers disclose to you an estimate of the scrap value of your trade-in. The scrap value, however minimal, will be in addition to the rebate, and not in place of the rebate.
Last but not the least, the CARS program runs through November 1, 2009 or when the funds are exhausted, whichever comes first

Log on to http://www.cars.gov/ to know more. It is a program aimed at strengthening the economy, improving auto sales and put safer, cleaner and more fuel-efficient vehicles on the nation's roadways. Come take advantage of this Limited Period Offer today! Enjoy!
"Cash for Clunkers" at Infiniti of Pleasanton!
The program, which is due to expire on Oct. 31, lets new car buyers turn in an old vehicle and receive a voucher for between $3,500 and $4,500 to put toward a new, more fuel-efficient car. Cars and trucks must be 1984 models or newer and get 18 mpg or less to be eligible for a trade-in rebate.The idea is to spur vehicle sales while the industry is struggling with the effects of the economic downturn as well as help the environment by getting old, gas guzzling vehicles off U.S. roads.
Infiniti of Pleasanton's Luxury Tent Event..HELD OVER!
Due to the overwhelming sucsess of our First Ever Luxury Tent Event we have decided to extend the event until August 2nd! During the success of our event we have received a large amount of trade in's from customers who have purchased new vehicles. We are looking to allocate even MORE! So stop in today...look for the HUGE white tents off of Highway 580 at Infiniti, Acura, Lexus, BMW and Mini of Pleasanton! Over 30 Million dollars in Inventory, fantastic selection and the vehicle you have been waiting for!
Hurry in to Infiniti of Pleasanton's Luxury Tent Event before it's too late!

Our first ever luxury tent event has been going full force. Hurry in to Infiniti of Pleasanton before July 6th to take advantage of this terrific event before it ends! Also make sure to join us on the 4th of July and enjoy a delicious FREE BBQ!!With over 13 million in luxury inventory?hundreds of new, certified pre-owned and used Lexus, Acura, Infiniti, BMW & MINI's all clearly marked with red tag prices! Select luxury vehicles from Hendrickcars.com are also at this exclusive event.
Don't miss out on this one and only opportunity at Infiniti of Pleasanton!







2009 Indy Dream Weekend!
It?s coming fast ? Hendrickcars.com 2009 Dream Weekend at Indy Sweepstakes
Hendrickcars.com and Hendrick Motorsports have teamed up to give you a chance to win a Hendrick VIP weekend at the 2009 Brickyard 400. This is your opportunity to see a great race in first-class style. But you have to hurry; the Sweepstakes ends June 30, 2009. Visit Hendrickcars.com to submit a sweepstakes entry. The winner will receive:
Hendrick VIP Experience at Indianapolis Motor Speedway - July 25 -27, 2009
Hotel and Airfare for two
Personal Hendrick Motorsports tour guide
Meet and Greet with Jimmie Johnson
Tour a Hendrick Motorsports team transporter
Watch the race from a track-side suite
Don't Forget, visit Hendrickcars.com to register. While you're there, search from up to 5,000 top quality pre-owned vehicles. Just like Jimmie Johnson, Jeff Gordon, Dale Jr. and Mark Martin say, it makes a difference when you drive a Hendrick car. Search from thousands of manufacturer certified pre-owned vehicles and many CARFAX one owners (CARFAX reports are free on Hendrickcars.com). Visit Hendrickcars.com and good luck in the sweepstakes!