The Automaster BMW Joins A Select Network of Authorized Dinan Dealers

SHELBURNE, V.T. (October 30, 2012)  The Automaster BMW, Northern New England's premier BMW dealership, today announced that they have joined the nationwide network of authorized Dinan Performance Centers. North America's premier BMW tuner, Dinan, develops, manufactures and markets a comprehensive line of high performance products and systems that are exclusively distributed through a select nationwide network of authorized Dinan automotive dealers and independent facilities.

BMW driving enthusiasts can now purchase Dinan's performance solutions at The Automaster BMW. As an authorized dealer, The Automaster BMW Sales, Service and Parts staff receive ongoing training and support from Dinan.

The Dinan high performance product line ranges from engine, driveline and chassis tuning components to complete Dinan Signature Vehicles and special Factory Works programs. All Dinan products and services are covered under a comprehensive warranty program that matches the BMW factory new car warranty of up to four years or 50,000 miles. BMW vehicles can be performance-tuned without the associated concern of negatively affecting the new car warranty coverage.

To purchase Dinan products or services, or to learn more about Dinan's high performance line, contact The Automaster BMW at (802) 985-8411, or click HERE.

The All New 2013 Honda Accord

The Automaster Honda is proud to announce the release of the newest 2013 Honda Accord.  This new Accord joins a long line of midsize cars with a reputation for being the best. It is slightly smaller and lighter than outgoing Honda Accord models and has softer exterior lines.

While some other competitors are dropping their V6 options, the 2013 Honda Accord offers a 3.5-liter V6 with cylinder deactivation. The standard 2013 Honda Accord will be outfitted with a 2.3-liter four cylinder engine that produces181-horsepower. Transmission will either be a six-speed manual or a CVT automatic.

It is available in six trim levels: LX, Sport, EX, EX-L, V6 EX-L, and V6 Touring. All models have a rearview camera, 8-inch multimedia screen, 16-inch wheels, chrome door handles, Bluetooth, USB, and dual-zone climate control. Beyond those, the Sport trim upgrades the wheel to 18 inches and adds fog lights, dual exhaust, a rear spoiler, and paddle shifters. A power moonroof, side mirrors with turn indicators, and 17-inch wheels are on the EX trim level. The four cylinder's top-of-the-line model, the EX-L, gets leather seats and steering wheel, a touchscreen audio, multi-view rear camera, and numerous updated safety features. The V6 EX-L bumps it up an extra notch with LED daytime running lights, Homelink, and dual exhaust.  There is also a hybrid version that couples a 2.0-liter four cylinder with a 161-horsepower electric motor. Three selectable modes allow the hybrid version to be driven in fully electric, hybrid, and direct drive- which decouples the electric motor for more efficient cruising.

The 2013 Honda Accord will debut new available features such as Lane Departure Warning, Forward Collision Warning, and LaneWatch blind spot display. HondaLink™, which connects your digital content, is also included.

The Honda Accord is one of America's best-selling cars since its introduction almost 40 years ago.  Click HERE to schedule your test drive today!

The Harbor Hide-A-Way In Shelburne Vermont

On Wednesday September 12th The Automaster began it's demolition project on The Harbor Hide-A-Way, a once popular and unique restaurant that had recently become a crumbling eyesore.  The Harbor Hide-A-Way encompassed several old buildings, including a house, shed, and garage, and they were all falling apart.  Today just a shell of the original once thriving restaurant remained.

According to the Shelburne Town Clerk, the restaurant was built in the 1940's by Dr. Wallace White, an optometrist and his wife Elenaor.  Wallace White built the restaurant as a small summer business, but over the years started adding on room after room.  Wallace White eventually sold the restaurant in 1983 to John Ondovchik who ended up closing it several years later after the Shelburne Road expansion project took place.

The Automaster purchased the old Harbor Hide-A-Way restaurant on it's 13.2 acre parcel from the family of John Ondovchik in early September of this year, and they plan on using the additional space that the restaurant once occupied to eventually expand the dealership.