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Springfield, Mo. —Springfield Coach Group recently announced that Chrysler is extending their standard factory warranty to include vehicles that have been upfitted into limousines. As the country’s largest manufacturer of Chrysler limousines, Springfield is pleased to be part of this new program that covers powertrain and vehicle warranties up to 100,000 miles.
“Chrysler is working hard to get more involved in the chauffeured ground transportation industry,” said Springfield Vice President Kevin West, “And we’re working to get them even more involved. This extended warranty is their first major step in that direction.”
The extended factory warranty is in effect for vehicles with the 2016 factory year or later. Springfield’s Dodge Durango and Chrysler 300 limousines are among those covered. West said that this was a smart decision for Chrysler as it has given operators another choice in the market.
"I would say one of the biggest advantages with the Chrysler 300 limousine in this program is that it gives buyers a traditional limousine look. Other manufacturers have moved away from offering this type of vehicle. It’s a great car to service the industry: it’s big inside, has rear wheel drive for an exceptional ride, and now has a 100K mile warranty.”
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Members of The Ontario Limousine Owners Association
Toronto — The Ontario Limousine Owners Association (OLOA) held its Annual General Meeting at the recently renovated Royal Woodbine Golf Course on October 17.
Nearly 80 members were in attendance and enjoyed appetizers while they got an in-person and up-close look at the new Lincoln Continental and Cadillac new CT-6. That was followed by a sit-down dinner, cooler bags as gifts, and door prizes.
The OLOA welcomed GM, Ford, Cowan Insurance, Dalton Timmis Insurance, Inkas, Peplinski Leasing, Fleetmatics, and A-Lease as returning sponsors. The association also introduced three new sponsors: Restor-FX, which had a new automotive coating on display; Ad Impact, a supplier of driver uniforms and company-branded items; and Limo Anywhere, tracking software for luxury ground transportation companies.
The Greater Toronto Airport Authority had a speaker presenting on the new procedures for pre-arranged bookings at the airport. As OLOA members had voiced their concerns and complications with the new procedure, so additional industry discussions will be held.
OLOA President John Dahdaly of Cullitons Limousine Service gave an industry speech on the discussions that have been held with the Ministry of Finance and the City of Toronto regarding Uber and its operations in the city.
The association would like to extend a special thank you to Northbridge Insurance for its presentation on distracted driving, which was of great interest and provided much-needed insight to those in attendance.
Visit oloa.ca for more information.
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L to R: TLPA Outgoing President Dwight Kines of Transdev, CD Director of Events Jess Pavlow, and TLPA CEO Al LaGasse
Phoenix — The Taxicab, Limousine, & Paratransit Association (TLPA) held its 98th Annual Convention & Trade Show from November 1-4, and Chauffer Driven’s Director of Events Jess Pavlow and Business Development Manager Rickie Roberts were among those in attendance.
Building on the Fleet Forward theme—beginning with this summer’s intuitive of the same name that aims to educate and inspire operators by highlighting those who are thinking outside the box when it comes to new ways of doing business—this year’s TLPA event focused on empowering attendees with a varied educational program, three General Sessions, a show floor featuring nearly 100 vendors, and plenty of networking and optional events.
The education included 18 interactive sessions and 11 Breakout Sessions, all designed to help operators remain effectively competitive in a constantly evolving market. Topics ranged from social media to diversity and catered to all facets of ground transportation and operators of all sizes from all around the world.
CD’s Director of Events Jess Pavlow (left) and Business Development Manager Rickie Roberts
Outgoing President Dwight Kines of Transdev welcomed newly elected TLPA President Bill Scalzi of Metro Taxi, and a number of members and their companies were also honored throughout the conference. The 2016 award winners included:
Limousine Chauffeur of the Year: Frank Johnson of Executive Transportation in Newport, Ky.
Paratransit Operator of the Year: Judy Potter of Black & White Transportation in Toledo, Ohio
Paratransit Driver of the Year: Gregg Katz of 10/10 Taxi—Kansas City Transportation Group in Kansas City, Mo.
Taxicab Operator of the Year: Nick Cambas of United Taxi in Clearwater, Fla.
Taxicab Driver of the Year: Enders Abdu of Yellow Checker Cab in San Jose, Calif.
The 99th Annual Convention & Trade Show will be in Denver, Colo., from October 8-12. TLPA’s next event will be its Spring Conference & Expo from April 25-27 in Palm Springs, Calif.
Visit tlpa.org for more information.
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