We would like to thank all of you who participated in the Toys For Tots 2008 toy drive. For the record, we collected 9 pickup truck loads worth of toys that were distributed to kids in need in the Fairfield county area during this past Christmas season. The pictures speak for themselves and we’d like to thank everyone for their generosity!
Sometimes it takes some sobering facts to wake you up. Today I read the following press release from the CDC and it validates why KARL Chevrolet’s support of Fairfield County Safe Kids and the National Safe Kids Organization is so vital to our community. There is no question that our 20+ year relationship with Safe Kids has Saved Lives and made tangible impacts in thousands of kids’ lives.
New CDC Report Finds Motor Vehicles and Falls are Causes of Most Child and Teen Injuries and Deaths in the United States
For Immediate Release: December 10, 2008
Contact: CDC Injury Center Media Relations
(770) 488-4902
An estimated 55 million children and teens from birth to age 19 were treated in emergency departments for unintentional injuries from 2001 to 2006, according to a new report released today by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) .
The report also notes that between 2000 and 2005, unintentional injuries resulted in 73,052 deaths among children and teens. Falls caused most non-fatal injuries (about 2.8 million each year), while most deaths were transportation-related (about 8,000 deaths each year involved a motor vehicle occupant, pedestrian or pedal cyclist). Read more »
This is a great time of year to pause and say ‘thanks’. Even though we are all feeling the effects of the current global economic reality, we have much to be thankful for locally.
New Canaan is so fortunate to have a literal army of volunteers who help support countless worthy local organizations that provide vital services to those in need. There are so many that I could never do them justice here, but you know who they are. Speaking of worthy organizations, it is so very important, now more than ever, to remember to financially support our area non-profit organizations. When the economy weakens, the needs grow greater and the financial support becomes more critical.
On a business note, I want to extend a huge Thank You to Jack Trifero and the other leaders of the New Canaan Village Association who once again organized a very successful Holiday Stroll. Also, kudos to the Chamber of Commerce for the latest edition of one of our very best local traditions; the annual tree lighting. Our local merchants are often the first group approached when local organizations need support. Now, during the holiday season, it is important that you stop and consider keeping your gift spending local. There are so many hidden benefits, not the least of which is convenience!
Every time you spend a dollar locally, you are supporting a local business, which in turn supports our schools, sports teams, and non-profit organizations throughout the year. Read more »
KARL Chevrolet HUMMER is proud to be a sponsor of Toys For Tots and an official drop spot for the toy drive.
To participate, please drop off a new unwrapped toy to our main Chevrolet showroom located at 261 Elm Street in New Canaan, CT between November 20th and December 23rd. A special request has been made for toys that are aimed at the 8 to 13 year old audience.
These toys will be distributed on Christmas to needy children in our local community by the U.S. Marine Corps.
For more information about Toys for Tots follow this link to www.toysfortots.org.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Bring the whole family to downtown New Canaan where our 43rd annual sidewalk sale will be happening rain or shine!
Come see us at the end of Elm Street, we’ll be featuring a HUGE mobile playground for the kids!
Click on the picture at left for all the details!
KARL CHEVROLET HUMMER CONTRIBUTES $3,750 FOR AREA SCHOLARSHIPS
$75,500 Contributed for Area Scholarships Since Program Launched Two Decades Ago
NEW CANAAN, CT (May 22, 2008) – Graduating students from Lower Fairfield County High Schools will receive a total of $3,750 in scholarship assistance from KARL Chevrolet HUMMER this spring; recipients will be selected by the schools.
Since the New Canaan Dealership began running its April high school scholarship promotion twenty-three years ago it has raised $75,500 for area scholarship programs, according to Leo Karl III, KARL Chevrolet HUMMER’s President.
“As a leading business in the area, we feel it’s important to be actively involved in the communities that support us. The Scholarship Drive has become a signature event for us, and we’re delighted that we are able to make a significant contribution to help area students again this year,” Mr. Karl commented. “With tuition increases continuing to outpace the rate of inflation, we know that every dollar makes a difference to students who need assistance. Our customers are also gratified to know that their purchase has helped our graduates further their education,” he added. Read more »
Chevy Equinox Fuel Cell at KARL Chevrolet HUMMER 5/8-5/9
Hydrogen-Fueled Concept Vehicle will be at New Canaan Fair on Saturday 5/10
What: Chevrolet Equinox Fuel Vehicle Concept Vehicle in New Canaan
Public Viewing: KARL Chevrolet HUMMER, 261 Elm St., New Canaan May 8 (9 am - 8 pm), May 9 (9 am - 4 pm) and, St. Mark’s May Fair, New Canaan, Saturday May 10 (9 a.m. – 5 p.m)
NEW CANAAN, CT, (May 8, 2007) – KARL Chevrolet HUMMER in New Canaan has received a Chevrolet® Equinox® Concept Vehicle, an electric vehicle powered by GM®’s fourth-generation fuel cell system, GM’s most advanced fuel cell propulsion system to date. The vehicle will be on display at the dealership on Thursday and Friday May 8-9 and at the St. Mark’s May Fair in New Canaan from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 10.
Chevrolet is committed to introducing advanced technology solutions in drivable and practical vehicles that decrease our dependence on petroleum and reduce our emissions. No petroleum is used to power Equinox Fuel Cell. With hydrogen as the fuel, Equinox Fuel Cell will emit zero greenhouse gases, only water vapor. Read more »
KARL CHEVROLET HUMMER RECEIVES AWARD, RECOGNITION
FROM SAFEKIDS WORLDWIDE AND GENERAL MOTORS
Decade-long Partnership Offers Child Safety Seat Clinics that Correct Faulty Installations
and Save Young Lives
NEW CANAAN, CT, (March 5, 2008) – Safe Kids Worldwide® presented KARL Chevrolet HUMMER of New Canaan with an Award of Appreciation on Saturday during the free safety seat clinic the dealership offered in collaboration with Fairfield County Safe Kids. The award “recognizes KARL Chevrolet for its outstanding partnership and support for Safe Kids Fairfield County and the Safe Kids Buckle Up Program.”
Alexis Kagiliery-Lee, Buckle Up East Coast Operations Manager for Safe Kids Worldwide, who presented the award to Leo E. Karl III, President of The Karl Company, and Stephen J. Karl, Vice President, noted that the dealership and the area chapter are one of the longest standing Buckle Up partnership nationwide. “This is a true partnership, offering benefit to both partners as they work together to help the community. It takes time to build a relationship and to reach this level of integration. A large part of this partnership’s sustainability is an outgrowth of the Karl family’s ongoing commitment to the community; their philanthropic contributions go beyond Safe Kids – they ‘get it.’ Safe Kids Worldwide plans to use this partnership as a model as we promote the growth of collaborations that help families in other parts of the country,” she added. Read more »
Unfortunately, some of our neighbors go hungry almost every day. Through our HUMMER Fights Hunger inititive, we are raising awareness and support for the Food Bank for New York City (www.foodbanknyc.org) and the Food Bank of Lower Fairfield County (http://www.foodbanklfc.org/). At our recent Hummer Happening in Englishtown, NJ, Hummer owners contributed over 3,000 lbs. of canned, non-perishable food to this effort - thank you! If you were not able to attend this event, please consider bringing a donation of canned and/or non-perishable food to our showroom on your next visit - we will continue to support HUMMER Fighting Hunger by collecting these items and adding our own dealership support. Unfortunately the need for daily nourishment never ends - these needs are real and we are proud to provide some support. 
KARL CHEVROLET HUMMER OF NEW CANAAN, DONATES 2007 HUMMER H3
TO FAIRFIELD COUNTY SAFE KIDS
Third Vehicle Donated by Dealership to Support Child Passenger Safety in Region
NEW CANAAN, CT, (November 9, 2007) – The KARL Company of New Canaan and Greenwich, known for its award-winning customer service and vigorous support for consumer safety, has donated a new, 2007 HUMMER H3 to Fairfield County SAFE KIDS. The vehicle will replace the 2004 Chevy TrailBlazer that KARL donated to the non-profit organization two years ago. The H3 will pull a trailer stocked variously with car seats, bicycles and helmets to safety events throughout Fairfield County and the tri-state area, said Robert J. Cordes, Managing Director of Fairfield County SAFE KIDS. Read more »
