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Thanksgiving is just around the corner, along with the busiest travel holiday of the year! If you’ve traveled on this holiday in the past, you know that planning is key to a seamless, relaxing trip, and we’ve got just the list to keep you organized this year! Stay Connected – Download the latest travel apps for your phone before you hit the road—Spotify is a great channel for music, Waze will help with traffic, and Citymapper will be your best-bet for navigation! Travel Late or Early – Instead of sitting in a huge mess of traffic this year, leave in the middle of the night, or early in the morning to avoid traffic jams—you’ll get to where you’re going much faster, and your passengers will thank you… especially if you have kids! Pack Wisely – Make sure to bring temperature-appropriate clothing, shoes, and coats, especially if you’re heading north or to the mountains! Have Your Car Serviced – Make sure that all of your fluid levels are topped off, your brakes, lights work properly, and that your car is up to date on all routine maintenance including oil changes and tires. Contact our Service Department to set up an appointment to have your car prepared for your road trip! Have Travel Documents on Hand – Be sure to carry your Insurance Card, Roadside Assistance information, and any other vital information, in case of emergency. Make All Stops at Once – If you have children, it might be challenging trying to travel with the constant stopping for bathroom breaks, food, and drinks, but, if you stop in a place where you can use the restroom, grab a sandwich and a bottle of water, all in one place, you’re guaranteed to save time instead of loading and unloading everyone into and out of the car at each place. Visit us online to schedule your appointment with our Service Department, to ensure your vehicle is up-to-par for your Thanksgiving travel. Buckle up, and enjoy the ride!

Join us for our Toys for Tots Challenge on Saturday, November 11, 2017 from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm. The event will be held at 265 Solomons Island Road in Prince Frederick and will commence rain or shine. During the event, there will be appearances made by Washington Capitals players Tom Wilson, Andre Burakovsky, Philipp Grubauer, and Nathan Walker, Baltimore Orioles players Al Bumbry and Scott McGregor, Washington Redskins players Brian Mitchell, Ricky Sanders, Pat Fischer and Ron McDole. Additionally, the Washington Capitals and Baltimore Orioles mascots will be in attendance, along with Matt Doherty (aka Averman) from the Mighty Ducks. NBC Sports Washington analyst and our Ambassador, Craig Laughlin will be in attendance with his daughter, Coach Courtney, and NBC Sports Washington partner Joe B. Guests will receive one autograph per minimum of $10 Donation (Toy or Monetary, cash/checks can be made payable to Toys for Tots). In addition to the special appearances made, there will be a silent auction and sports memorabilia available for purchase. The Tide baseball team will be selling pizza, water and baked goods. There will be a game truck, a live broadcast from T-Bone and Heather from 98.3 Star FM, appearances by Batman and Captain America, and random door prizes throughout the day.

Are you curious about the latest Jeep Grand Cherokee? The 2017 model is a great fit for most SUV drivers, whether you use it for your commute or as a family mover. Read on to see everything this hefty Jeep has to offer. Features Even in the baseline Laredo model, the 2017 Grand Cherokee comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, heated side mirrors, automatic headlights, a rearview backup camera, push-button ignition, keyless entry, six audio speakers, and a 5-inch touchscreen infotainment system with an auxiliary audio jack and USB port. While this is an attractive package for those on a tighter budget, move up the trims and you'll get replacements and added features that make the Grand Cherokee an elite driving machine. Performance The Grand Cherokee can tow a maximum of 7,400 pounds when properly equipped, and the most efficient models reach up to 19 city miles per gallon and 26 highway mpg. On the base Laredo, the model gets a 3.6-liter V6 with 295 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque paired with an eight-speed automatic shifter. On any higher trim level, you have a choice between a 5.7-liter V8 or a 3.0-liter turbodiesel V6. Interior Dual-zone automatic climate control is standard, allowing the Grand Cherokee to cool or heat specific seat areas. The interior has so many high quality materials and surfaces that it's hard to remember that it's a rugged Jeep fit for off roading. Whether taking a leisurely drive around the block or climbing over a rocky mountain path, you and your passengers will be comfortable wherever you go. Safety Jeep's hefty SUV earned the best score of "Good" in IIHS crash and safety tests. Several new driver assistance parking features were added for 2017 as well. Rear parking sensors are standard on all models, while the top-tier Summit trim level adds front parking sensors as well. Put simply, the 2017 models are more adept for tight parking in urban areas. Exterior Even from the outside, the Grand Cherokee impresses. With the standard Laredo, the vehicle is surprisingly lithe and muscular. As you proceed up the many trim levels you'll see just how eye-catching the 20-inch wheels, automatic headlamp washers, and premium colors can be. To see how stylish the Grand Cherokee's exterior really gets, wait until you see our final point in the model's favor: the special editions. Special Editions Another great aspect of the Grand Cherokee is its special editions. The Trailhawk is an award-winning variant designed for extreme off-roading, and the Trackhawk is supercharged for timed races and other high-demand performance driving. Each also boasts unique exterior styling so that Jeep-savvy folks will know exactly what you're driving. With these points, we hope you see why anyone looking for a full-size SUV shouldn't pass up on the 2017 Grand Cherokee. Take a look at our inventory every couple of days and you're bound to see a model that suits your needs. When the time comes, contact us by phone or email and we'll get you started by answering your questions, scheduling test drives, or assisting with anything else you need. " Jeep Grand Cherokee (JDM-Spec), Shimokitazawa, Tokyo, Japan " by Vasconium is licensed by CC BY-SA 2.0

Prince Frederick Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram will hold their 5 th Annual Beach Party on Saturday, July 22, 2017 from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm. The event will be held at 265 Solomons Island Road in Prince Frederick and will commence rain or shine. During the event, Washington Redskins Wide Receiver, Terrelle Pryor Sr. will be in attendance from 3pm -4pm, and will give one free autograph to the first 225 guests, and Washington Capitals players Kelly Miller, Kevin Hatcher, and Craig Laughlin will be in attendance from 1pm – 2pm, to sign autographs. In addition to the special appearances made, there will be a silent auction to benefit the Calvert Tide Baseball Team, free hamburgers, hot dogs, and fries, and a free 9oz Kona Ice treat from 1pm – 4pm, while supplies last. There will be a family water slide, bounce house, beach setup for the kids, and other kid friendly activities, as well as a random mystery prize drawings throughout the afternoon. The service department will be open from 9:00 am until 2:00 pm. Guests will have the opportunity to meet service technicians and advisers, and receive a coupon for a free multi-point inspection. Bring your VIN or registration for a free recall check, as well as review maintenance and scheduling required for your vehicle. Technicians will be available to check and demonstrate oil and tire pressure checks.