tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19309955609606654752011-11-13T01:58:50.321-08:00Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.comBlogger361100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-87952159077958040102011-06-08T02:03:00.000-07:002011-06-08T02:14:41.432-07:00

Volkswagen has officially released pricing and configuration information regarding the upcoming 2012 Passat, to officially launch in the US in September. That's right! September! Here's what they had to say about this exciting and more reasonably-priced Passat with a German-engineered soul and Made in America attention to detail!Herndon, Va. – Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-14490566670773095922011-05-31T10:11:00.001-07:002011-05-31T10:19:07.936-07:00

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-31854423335819949042011-03-13T04:33:00.000-07:002011-03-13T05:45:51.933-07:00

The Geneva Autoshow could quite possibly be the most exciting event of the year; not only for Auto companies, who often unveil their most prized concepts, but for Auto enthusiasts the world over.See Edmund's Coverage of the Minagi unveilingThis year, Mazda decided to unveil their near production ready Mazda CX-5 concept, the Minagi Concept. The all-new KODO design language. To understand what

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Much buzz surrounding the 2012 Volkswagen Beetle has begun to surface as Americans got a first look at the exciting and iconic car's newest silhouette was revealed on the Oprah Winfrey Show. As a part of the world-renowned TV star's final Favorite Things episode, Ms. Winfrey gave every audience member a look at the 2012 Beetle, and then called in representatives from Volkswagen to hand out a new

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-41101062709207001482010-06-24T09:53:00.001-07:002010-06-24T10:42:38.881-07:00

Today we had an exclusive look at the all-new 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. Two Volkswagen Representatives from Michigan visited Eich Motor Company and I had a chance to put my hands on the vehicle we won't see for at least another couple of months.This wider, and seemingly longer new Jetta was dressed in black and the most striking feature when seeing it in person are the rather aggressive front

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-66059006416019277682010-05-04T08:04:00.000-07:002010-05-04T08:39:09.106-07:00

Mazda North America has been preparing for the upcoming launch of the 2011 MAZDA2, and Eich Mazda is thrilled to be able to offer a vehicle of this compact size, fuel efficiency (35mpg!), and extreme value. As more details become available about this upcoming model, we'll make a point to post it here. Check back often for more information! Here are a few specs as a teaser.Pricing Sport

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-79727890478388480752010-01-28T07:37:00.000-08:002010-01-29T14:33:03.325-08:00

Buy German-engineering!In this video posted today by ABC on how to stop your vehicle if it accelerates out of control, Senior Automotive Engineer with Consumer Reports, Jake Fisher, shows the dos and don'ts if your vehicle malfunctions. He makes some life-saving discoveries and unveils some excellent information for those in the market for a new vehicle. Many vehicles do not have the braking

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-60897960370394404742009-12-01T07:55:00.000-08:002009-12-01T07:58:56.361-08:00

The 2009 Stimulus bill (PL 111-5) extended enhanced Small Business Expensing under Sec. 179 of the tax code through the 2009 tax year (ending Dec. 31, 2009). The package doubled the amount businesses could immediately, or in the first year, write-off their taxes for capitol investment in 2009 from $125,000 to $250,000 for purchases of new, qualifying equipment of up to $800,000 (increased from

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-25893852218116699392009-10-05T12:44:00.000-07:002009-10-05T13:42:41.022-07:00

Eich Motor Company works very hard to bring vehicles to the market that are of high demand. Because we're often asked for the following list of vehicles, we would like to extend the invitation to you, our customer, internet shopper, or passersby, to come to our store and give us the opportunity to appraise your vehicle. We are in need of the following:AUDI Year2005 A4 1.8T BUICK 2004 Century

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-88282929118347737202009-10-01T11:02:00.000-07:002009-10-01T14:56:28.836-07:00

Today marks the beginning of Eich Motor Company's Punch Card Service Program. If you're looking to save on scheduled maintenance (and who isn't?!), this is the perfect program for you!When you come to Eich Motor Company to service your Volkswagen or Mazda, you'll receive an Eich Motor Co. Owner Program punch card. After four visits for scheduled service, you'll receive 15% Off your fifth

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-87074550014055798222009-06-30T13:46:00.000-07:002009-08-24T08:04:26.495-07:00

Fall couldn't be the furthest thing from my mind right now, but one little bit of excitement buzzing in my ear is the arrival of the 2010 Golf (yes, it's back) in October. The best part of this vehicle's sixth generation launch is that we'll not only see the 2.5L 5 Cylinder offering Volkswagen has made available in the Jetta, Rabbit, and New Beetle, but we'll now have the 2010 Golf TDI Clean

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-25812951927409186202009-01-28T11:55:00.000-08:002009-03-04T13:04:56.427-08:00

Today Mazda held 2010 MAZDA3 training at Eich Mazda and I have two words to describe the newest redesign of this popular sub-compact sports sedan and they are 1. BIG 2. IMPROVEMENTS. The 2010 MAZDA3 4-door handles like one would expect a sports sedan to handle, with a screwed down, weighty feel without being heavy. A roomy, intuitive interior with a level of fit and finish that has not found

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-5498989177640608862008-12-16T06:53:00.000-08:002008-12-16T08:00:36.941-08:00

Winter in Minnesota can be very brutal to unsuspecting cars.  I am, but shouldn't be surprised that every Volkswagen I've owned from the 73 Super Beetle to this Tornado Red Twin Cities Edition 2008 Rabbit S manual has started at the first turn of the key.  On gleaming icy highways and snow-covered neighborhood streets the Rabbit hugs the roads and pushes through the snow like any four-legged

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-28654274882394475992008-09-05T12:23:00.000-07:002008-09-05T14:19:09.447-07:00

The 2009 Routan will arrive in our store the middle of this month and we're sure to see an excited and proud reaction as VW adds a minivan to it's line-up for the first time ever. It will truly be the first minivan with German engineering in the North American market. But it will be so much more than that!The Routan will offer German ride and road-handling, quality interior fit and finish, as

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-25226212472256658182008-07-29T09:50:00.000-07:002008-07-29T13:01:16.724-07:00

Model changes like these come along every 5 years or so. But a model change this significant is very rare! The 2009 Mazda6 made its first debut at Eich Mazda today and was met with renewed enthusiasm for the sporty sedan we've all enjoyed. But wait until you yourself lay eyes on the redesigned, refined, and re-everythinged Mazda6. It's been 100% re-engineered and earns high points in the

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-62389703035543085472008-05-14T14:07:00.000-07:002008-05-14T14:29:12.022-07:00

Its clearly a long-awaiting arrival when the sales staff runs out onto the lot to eyeball the newest model when it arrives on the transport truck. Ryan Welsh and I were the first to run out like 10 year olds after the ice cream truck when our first four Tiguans arrived a week ago. The long-awaited, first ever CUV from Volkswagen has at long-last set all four tires on our lot. In varying trim

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-29080010061896161932008-03-20T07:32:00.000-07:002008-04-22T12:58:10.781-07:00

Its been an exciting few months at Eich Motor Company. Most of our staff has returned from the various Auto Shows in the country - Detroit, Chicago and Minneapolis, and all have received rave reviews. I was only lucky enough to see some of our brands' new offerings in Minneapolis, but I really should use the word only. The Volkswagen Tiguan was the star of this show and a star it was! Overall

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-42933379216577498212008-02-22T08:36:00.000-08:002008-02-25T09:25:44.632-08:00

This morning as I comtemplated our 110th Anniversary, I wondered where we ranked in terms of the oldest dealerships in the US. Last year Eich Motor Company was awarded with the NADA's Century Award and ranked 9th as the oldest established dealership in the United States. At that moment, I felt a wave of honor to work in one of the longest living family-owned and operated automobile dealerships in

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-61514454073110778242008-02-06T06:27:00.001-08:002008-02-08T11:03:40.051-08:00

Official photographs of the 2009 Volkswagen Routan have been released. With only days before the Chicago Autoshow, Volkswagen has made available a first look at the 2009 Routan mini-van it expects to launch in September. "A car for all routes and reasons" the Routan's name is mixture of the english word "route" and attaches Volkwagen's signature "an" prefix to denote the line-up of mini-van

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-47688820188629142282008-01-22T08:26:00.000-08:002008-01-22T12:10:05.580-08:00

Tomorrow, January 23rd, I will be flying to Detriot to attend the 2008 Detriot Auto Show. Also making the trip from Eich will be salespeople Jeff, Tony, Ryan, and master technician Andy. It will be a long day, as we will have to leave Saint Cloud at about 4:30 a.m. to make our flight, but it should be well worth it!Volkswagen has five new products becoming available in the 2008 calendar year...

Chris Stumvollnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-59373476820336872232008-01-14T12:31:00.000-08:002008-01-15T14:14:03.448-08:00

Today marks an exciting day. Volkswagen AG has released official photographs of the 2009 Volkswagen Passat CC Coupe. Seen as a segment-gap closing offering somewhere between the current Passat sedan and the Dresden, Germany-produced Phaeton, it takes only one glance to see that this newest addition is distinctly Volkswagen as well as head-turning. The Passat CC Coupe (Coupe denoting the shorter

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-86545249476304626652007-12-31T11:44:00.000-08:002007-12-31T15:51:18.456-08:00

With the few remaining days I'm sure we're all reflecting on 2007. It was a really fantastic year, wasn't it? I had the opportunity to do so many wonderful things. One of the year's highlights was my trip to Germany. It really was an amazing time. I not only stayed with a wonderful family that was warm and accomodating, friendly and fun, I had the opportunity to volunteer my time at a Grundschule

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-6291114230948896392007-12-12T17:55:00.000-08:002007-12-12T18:51:24.713-08:00

The holiday season is rapidly approaching again. With everything you have to do: decorating, shopping, wrapping, planning, cooking (I could go on, but you get the picture), it's easy to forget that Minnesota winters are not particularly kind to your vehicle. Here are a few tips to make sure your car is ready for whatever Old Man Winter can throw at it...-Test your battery frequently. Proper

Chris Stumvollnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-29830439473719072372007-11-21T06:36:00.000-08:002007-11-21T07:04:27.923-08:00

There was a welcome surprise in my inbox this morning as I returned to my desk with a cup of coffee. Volkswagen of America has released the first few shots of the 2009 Tiguan. This first look comes along as the production model Tiguan appears at the LA Auto Show. A mini-site will follow soon that will offer more information. Right now the pictures available to view here will offer a thousand

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-55066303193645007552007-10-29T08:05:00.000-07:002007-10-31T07:04:08.543-07:00

This weekend marked another fun project weekend in which I was able to spend quality time with my '72 Westfalia Campmobile. For months I've been trying to fix the Eberspächer Gas Heater that came installed in the Camper I purchased from its second owner about a year ago. Its a project that has cost me a few dollars, but one that I enjoy doing as I get to enjoy the Fall weather and really put my

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-83749841295963157252007-09-26T15:48:00.000-07:002008-04-07T13:39:41.762-07:00

In case you missed it, VWVortex.com, Volkswagen's Enthusiast site has recently released an article discussing the launch of the Volkswagen Tiguan (pronounced Tee-goo-ahn) in Germany. Now a part of the full line-up of Volkswagen models offered in Volkwagen's home market, this compact SUV will contend with the Honda CR-V, RAV, and Hyundai SantaFe. Due out mid-year in 2008, this 2009 model is

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-19507302713123862522007-09-06T09:33:00.000-07:002007-09-06T09:53:56.881-07:00

A unique program has been recently announced by Volkswagen of America this month. For all new Volkswagen car owners that purchase from September 1, 2007 to January 2, 2008, Volkswagen will donate a calculated amount of money to http://www.carbonfund.org/, to offset the amount of carbon emitted from the new car customer's vehicle. Touted as "one of the most ambitious carbon-offsetting projects in

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-87662961871992692402007-08-24T08:40:00.000-07:002007-08-24T12:27:37.824-07:00

In 2004, Volkswagen wowed the auto industry with the R32. A limited production vehicle using the golf platform fitted with a 3.2L VR6 engine, a sports tuned suspension, and all wheel drive. After a four year hiatus, its finally back.Eich received its first 2008 R32 this week. It is similar to its 2004 counterpart in many ways, but greatly changed in others. Still using a 3.2L VR6, the horsepower

Chris Stumvollnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-3331423407826879092007-08-20T11:22:00.000-07:002007-08-23T09:21:36.329-07:00

October 18th is the date in prospect for a weekend trip to the Boundary Waters that separate the state of Minnesota from Canada with vast stretches of lakes and rivers that all feed one into another. Never having been up to this part of Minnesota and enjoying the outdoors as much as I do, I'm excited to explore a part of Minnesota that's well-known for its remote canoe-in only camping sites,

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-48332405227630913882007-08-17T08:49:00.000-07:002007-08-23T09:16:14.068-07:00

It was a special week at Eich Motor Company. Both of the Chris' turned 25 within two days of each other. It seems to be a strange coincidence that the only two people that share the name, Chris, here at Eich, were born only 48 hours apart. A strange coincidence that called for a celebration. We decided to go bowling.A group of about 20 co-workers and friends gathered for a night of ten pin. It

Chris Stumvollnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-69937660200284636492007-08-16T07:47:00.000-07:002007-08-16T08:41:04.404-07:00

The Diesels are coming! The Diesels are coming! This is certain. And while Eich Motor Company gears up for a Diesel Revolution, we both should be aware that there are myths hanging in the air regarding diesels, but Automobile Magazine can attest...there are nothing but advantages to this new line of clean diesels coming at us from over the horizon.The new 2008 Volkswagen Diesel is already making

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-87556688591413224832007-08-10T08:10:00.000-07:002007-08-16T14:55:26.423-07:00

So this summer I joined a Wednesday night co-rec softball league with some great people from Eye Surgeons & Physicians here in St. Cloud. This week marked the Championship round of the playoffs and I'm glad to report we brought it home! We may not have been the strongest team in the league, but we can proudly call ourselves the Whitney Center Wednesday Night Co-Rec Lower Division Softball

Chris Stumvollnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-68016060978118105382007-08-06T15:08:00.000-07:002007-08-07T06:45:19.303-07:00

Greetings again! Hopefully everyone had a safe weekend and had a chance to enjoy a bit of the beautiful weather and cooler temperatures.The Bourne Ultimatum opened this past weekend and I was lucky enough to catch it opening night, Friday.I was excited driving to the theater in anticipation for the third installment in the Bourne series as I had thoroughly enjoyed the first two. Let me just say

Chris Stumvollnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-19296036776713644802007-08-06T06:37:00.001-07:002007-08-07T06:46:24.256-07:00

Its already August and the weather has cooled a bit. I guess that's ok considering the projects I seem to have put off because of the recent outbreak of sweltering heat. I was finally able to tackle a small project this last weekend and am happy to report the addition of a new friend to my Volkswagen collection.I own a '72 Volkswagen Campmobile I've parked at my parents house up in Park Rapids,

Andrew Leshovskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12589354203793544021noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-31517670286539083072007-07-31T12:30:00.000-07:002007-08-16T08:30:37.920-07:00

Welcome to all the new visitors to the Eich Motor Company Blog! This will be new territory for myself and Eich Motor Company, but hopefully it will give us a way for our customers, friends, and community members to get to know us a little better and let all of you in on some of the behind the scenes action.Let me introduce myself. My name is Chris Stumvoll, i'm 24 years old and have been a member

Chris Stumvollnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1930995560960665475.post-7945174823539869302007-07-30T11:23:00.000-07:002007-07-31T14:55:46.133-07:00

A little new to the idea of blogging, something to which I have not yet had the pleasure of admitting, I'm excited about the idea of letting you, our customers, our friends, see a little bit of the behind the scenes here at Eich Motor Company. Its a place you can always depend on for a smile. We happen to have just as much fun (if not a little more) than when you're away enjoying the open road in

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