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The Really Big Speaker Event

2012-01-03T12:26:12-05:00

On January 26th, 2012, HYPE (Helping Young Professionals Excel) of the Greater Salem New Hampshire Chamber of Commerce is hosting a fantastic event that is sure to motivate and inspire all attendees.

Plenty of effort and planning has gone into the much anticipated Really Big Speaker Event. So please, consider joining HYPE members and plenty of guests at the Atkinson Country Club in Atkinson, NH on the evening of Thursday, January 26th. The event will feature three motivational speakers, including Steven Sweeney, CEO of Fortune 500 Chartwells, David Sollars of FirstHealth of Andover as well as Professional Motivational Speaker Steve Gamlin. The MC of the event will be The Eagle Tribune's Publisher Al Getler. Tickets are $30 per person or $25 with a valid college ID. Advanced ticket purchase is required. Doors open at 5pm, speakers begin at 6pm!

For complete details of the event, visit http://gshype.com/uncategorized/the-really-big-speaker-event/

Or follow HYPE on Twitter or Facebook for the latest information!

We hope to see you there!

Salem Animal Rescue League Wish List

2011-12-19T10:52:34-05:00

Here at Rockingham, we are a pet friendly dealership and many of our customer know our resident pup, Brody.

During the past year, we participated in a fundraiser for the Salem Animal Rescue League where we donated the proceeds of 1% of each service completed over a 30 day period. SARL was so pleased with our efforts and we were more than happy to contribute..so happy, in fact, that we've decided to work with SARL once again!

This time around, we want to collect goods to fulfill the wishes of SARL's WISH LIST. SARL is a wonderful non-profit organization that runs off charitable donations and animal loving volunteers. There are several things the animals and folks need at SARL, from office supplies to pet supplies.

SARL always needs:

Laundry Detergent
bleach
paper towels
dawn dish detergent
automatic dishwasher detergent
swifter refill pads
mops and brooms
liquid floor cleaner (Mr. Clean)
canned cat and dog food
dry cat and dog food
Hill's Science Diet adult small bites
dog and cat treats
small soft chewy dog treats (for behavioral training)
dog collars (small to medium)
leashes (all sizes)
sheets (flat)
towels
blankets
copy paper (white and bright colored)
3 tabbed manila folders
new or used baby gate
AA and AAA batteries
Gift cards: Petco, Petsmart, Walmart, Staples, Best Buy, Demoulas, Shaw
Laminating sheets letter size
hand soap and hand disinfectant

We will have a donation bin available at our Toyota and Honda stores. The bin can be found by the cashier's desk and/or the service counters. We will be accepting any of these goods from NOW through the new year.

Your kindness will go such a long way. These are just some of the furry faces you will be able to help!

What is Entune™?

2011-12-06T15:44:17-05:00

When the new 2012 Toyota Camry premiered this year, Entune came along with it. Entune is an in-car computer that allows you to safely access a variety of mobile apps from the comfort of your driver's seat. And the 2012 Toyota Camry is not the only vehicle equipped with Entune technology...The 2012 Prius V and 2012 Tacoma will also offer Entune. Toyota will eventually introduce Entune to more Toyota models in the future.

Entune's on-board computer includes a complimentary three-year access to specific apps, inlcuding iHeartRadio, Bing search engine, MovieTickets.com, Pandora and Open Table. You are also able to access weather, fuel prices, traffic reports and news through Entune. To be able to use all these great apps, you need a smartphone or feature phone with a mobile data plan from your wireless provider. Your phone will pair with Entune and you can begin to navigate through your apps using the touch-screen display in your console.

In addition to streaming the apps from your phone through the Entune technology, you can also receive and make phone calls, hands-free.

It's hard to capture and explain the features of Entune without seeing it for youself. Before you hop in a 2012 Camry, Tacoma or Prius V, click on the image below to experience Entune and learn more:

Still have questions? Not sure about all Entune has to offer? Click the image below to visit Toyota's Entune Learning Center:

2011 Haverhill Rotary Rubber Duck Regatta

2011-08-22T14:01:44-04:00

With Labor Day just around the corner, summer is almost over. Keep your spirits up by adopting a duck!

On Saturday September 10th, 2011, the Haverhill Rotary is hosting their annual Rubber Duck Regatta. This event is held to raises funds to go towards over 40 local charities. A complete list of the charities is avaiable here.

Ducks will be dropped into the Merrimack River from the Basiliere Bridge in Haverhill, MA. They will race all the way to the Crescent Yacht Club. The FIRST duck to cross the finish line WINS A BRAND NEW TOYOTA YARIS, donated by Rockingham Motors! Other prizes include a week in Bonita Springs, FL, Red Sox tickets, and a chance at ONE MILLION DOLLARS!

How can you adopt??? Simply visit http://www.adoptaducktoday.com to begin filling out your adoption papers. A $5 donation is all it takes for you to get one duck racing down the Merrimack. $25 allows you to adopt 6 ducks, $50 gives you 13 duck adoptions and a $100 donation gives you 28 ducks racing down the river in your name!!

Rockingham Motors is excited to sponsor the Rubber Duck Regatta for the third year in a row!

Online Service Scheduling

2011-08-12T10:53:12-04:00

We at Rockingham would like to inform you of a new service provided through our website!

Anytime you need to schedule a service appointment for your vehicle, you will be able to do so where ever there is an internet connection.

Not only will you be able to set up an appointment at your convenience, but creating an online account will help you keep track of any and all manufacture recommended services for YOUR SPECIFIC vehicle!

Here are the simply steps to follow to schedule service online:

1.) Simply visit Rockingham Toyota Scion website

2.) Click on the 'Service' tab and select 'Schedule Your Service' From the drop down menu

3.) If scheduling your service online for the first time, select the appropriate information under 'New Customer?' to match your specific vehicle including make, model, year, trim (it's okay if you aren't sure), driving condition & approximate mileage

4.) After entering the appropriate information, you select either "Routine Maintenance" or "Repair" depending on your needs

5.) You will then be brought into a window giving you options for the type of service you'd like to schedule. If you selected "Routine Maintenance" you will be shown the factory recommended services based on year, make, model and mileage.

If you choose "Repair", you will be shown a list of different types of services offered for your vehicle

If you aren't sure of the problem, you can select "Other Diagnosis" and write a description of the issue

After you select the service needed for your vehicle, you have the option to "Tell Us More" or even edit the service you selected in case you forgot something/made a mistake. Then, you can search availability!

Questions or comments? Call (603-893-3525), Tweet (@RockinghamSalem) or leave a post on our Facebook Fan Page!

Northern Essex Community College Annual Fundraising Event

2011-07-19T15:14:59-04:00

Get your calendars out and mark the evening of September 24th for a fantastic fundraiser!

Join the Northern Essex Community College Premier Neil Diamond Tribute Band for a night of feel-good music. This band is dedicated to recreating classic Neil Diamond music and providing nothing but entertainment to all spectators.

For just $35, not only will you be given entry to a one-of-a-kind concert, but you will be contributing to the NECC Annual Fund Campaign as well!

What is the Annual Fund Campagin?

"NECC depends on support from individuals, corporations, foundations, organizations, and area businesses to assist the college in carrying out its mission to serve the people of the greater Merrimack Valley as a center for educational excellence."

So join NECC on September 24th, 2011 to promote a great cause and enjoy some great tunes!

For more more information and to purchase tickets, visit: http://www.necc.mass.edu/community-engagement/signature-event/

For information about the band, visit: http://www.realdiamondband.com/fr_home.cfm

Scion Service Boost

2011-07-12T12:02:30-04:00

Have you heard about Scion Service Boost program? Similar to the Toyota Care maintenance plan, Scion offers assurance and comfort to Scion owners with a service guarantee.

If you own a 2009 or 2010 Scion that was purchased AFTER June 2nd, 2010 OR a 2011 Scion purchased AFTER October 1st, 2010, then the vehicle is covered under the Scion Service Boost Plan.

What does the plan include?

Normal factory-recommended maintenance services including oil and filter, tire rotation and multi-point inspection for up to 2 Years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first
Complimentary 24-Hour Roadside Assistance including flat tire changes, lockout protection, jump starts, fluid delivery and towing as needed for up to 2 Years from the date of your Scion's first use
Maintenance performed by factory-trained technicians who know your vehicle the best, using Genuine Scion Parts
Service reminders mailed to you prior to your next scheduled service

When the Scion Service Boost expires after 2 years or 25,000 miles, you are eligable for Scion Service Boost Plus, a plan that expires after 5 years or 75,000 miles.

The Scion Service Boost truly allows customers to feel comfortable and stress-free when getting on the road with their new Scion.

If you have any further questions regarding this service plan, feel free to contact us by phone (888-542-9795) email (ryan@rockinghammotors.com) or send a message to our Facebook Page.

Toyota's '100 Cars for Good' Program

2011-07-01T14:10:59-04:00

Do you want to help non-profit organizations win cars? Well, now is your chance.

Toyota is in the midst of running a very large social media campaign known as "100 Cars for Good". Earlier this year, Toyota used "an independent panel of judges who are experts in the fields of philanthropy and corporate social responsibility" to select 500 non-profit organizations from around the U.S. to be included in this program. From May 6th through August 16th (100 days), Toyota is leaving it to their Facebook Fans to vote for one organization to receive a car each day. The non-profit with the most votes by the end of the day is announced the winner and is allowed to choose which vehicle they would like to take home; either a Toyota Prius, Tacoma, Tundra, Highlander Hybrid, Sienna, or Sienna Mobility. Even though one non-profit organization wins a car, the other non-profits in the running that day do not end up empty handed. The competing non-profit groups each receive $1000 towards their efforts. (source)

There is a wide representation of non-profit organizations included in this campaign such as humane societies, disease awareness foundations, food banks, housing services, churches, relief efforts and much, much more.

So please, head over to the Toyota Facebook Fan Page and click on the 100 Cars for Good application. Read through the information and bios of the non-profits organizations featured each day before you cast your vote. You are permitted one vote per day, so help make a difference in the lives of others from now until August 16th!

Also available from the Toyota Facebook Page and 100 Cars for Good application is a list of all 500 non-profit organizations as well as a complete list of winners thus far.

Salem High Senior Safe Night Nissan Sentra Winner!

2011-06-20T10:18:52-04:00

In the early morning hours of June 9th, several Salem High School seniors huddled in the school's cafeteria. Every year before graduation, Salem High hosts a "Safe Night" for all graduating seniors, an evening full of fun, games, socialization, yearbook distribution and prizes. The grand prize is a vehicle donated by Rockingham Motors. So, while many students are exhausted and ready to head home, many are also eager to hear the name of the lucky winner of the car announced at 6am.

Angela S. of Salem, NH was named the lucky winner of a '04 Nissan Sentra! She stopped by the dealership last week to pick her new wheels.

Angela, we at Rockingham Motors are so happy for you and we wish you, along with the rest of your graduating class, the best of luck. Take care and happy driving!

Rockingham Motors has donated a car each year to Salem High's Senior Safe Night since 2000.

Our Blogging Goals

2011-06-14T09:55:35-04:00

The Rockingham Motors blog was first created to provide information regarding what was happening around the dealerships in an organized, well written fashion. The blog has developed into a site dedicated to providing readers, customers or not, with useful automotive information.

The goal of our blog is simple: We want to write a car blog full of easy to understand, yet useful content so anyone and everyone can read what we post.

You won't find a post full of automotive jargon that only a seasoned mechanic could understand. Nor will you be reading finance information that you'll need to hire a consultant to transcribe.

We are not using this space to report our sales or advertise the lastest deals. While we may post about sales events, we don't want to take up this space with numbers and figures.

Rather, we want you to be informed drivers and consumers. Through this blog, would like to share what we consider valuable information. We post what we do because we feel it is in the best interest of our readers.

From fun facts to driving tips, we hope to keep you interested. Here is a list of older posts that represent the type of information we'd like to share with our readers:

Picture History of the Honda Civic

Learn about the Toyota Certified Used Vehicles program

Tips for Winter Car Care

Should you Lease or Buy?

Toyota: A Genuine Company and Brand

Car and Driving iPad Apps

So if you are a new reader, welcome. If you have been checking this page regularly, thank you. Always feel free to leave a comment at the bottom of each post, on our Facebook page, or @mention us on Twitter. Each comment is carefully read.