Chevrolet Cruze achieves 5-Star crash test rating

The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze earned five-star crash test ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), further building on the vehicle’s strong safety record in markets around the world.

• Cruze was tested under NHTSA’s new rating system, which was implemented this fall for the 2011 model year
• The new rating is based on more rigorous frontal and side crash tests in addition to rollover resistance testing
• Under the new system, these three test conditions are combined mathematically into an “Overall Vehicle Score”
• The Cruze is the first vehicle tested under NHTSA’s new rating system to achieve five stars in each of the individual crash impact conditions, leading to an Overall Vehicle Score of five stars – the highest rating possible

Safety Comes Standard
• The 2011 Cruze offers more standard safety features than any vehicle in its class
• Standard features include:
StabiliTrak® Electronic Stability Control with Traction Control
Antilock brakes
Panic Brake Assist and Enhanced Smart Pedal/Brake Override
OnStar with a 6-month Directions & Connections subscription
• In addition, Cruze is the first car in its class with 10 standard air bags, including dual-stage frontal air bags, seat-mounted side-impact air bags and head-curtain side air bags in the frontand outboard rear seating positions, and front knee air bags – a first for the segment

Rachel Hannam hired as automotive sales consultant

Rachel Hannam was recently hired as an automotive sales consultant at Lichtsinn Motors in Forest City, Iowa.

"I am looking forward to meeting new people and having the opportunity to learn something new every day, as I help customers find the vehicle they are looking for," said Hannam, a native of St. Ansgar, Iowa.

Hannam received her BA degree in Finance & Management from Waldorf College in Forest City, Iowa. She balanced her academic career with success in sports playing basketball and softball during her four years at Waldorf.

In her free time, Hannam enjoys working out, shooting hoops and watching movies.

Bicycle Winner at Holiday Open House

Congrats to Hanna of Forest City who won our Free Bicycle drawing at our Holiday Open House. Hanna is pictured with GM Sales Manager, Brian Wolfe, as well as her shiny new bike!

Free Oil Change Winner

Congratulations to Orin and Jan Harris, who won the free oil change drawing at our Holiday Open House. Orin, left, is pictured with Brian Wolfe, GM Sales Manager at Lichtsinn Motors.

Lichtsinn Motors customers donate canned goods to local food bank

Thanks to all of our customers who attended our Holiday Open House on Saturday and donated canned goods for us to provide to the local food bank. We were able to donate two boxes to the Neighborhood Food Bank of Forest City, Iowa. We also will be presenting a $105 check to a local family in need on behalf of the many customers who attended our Open House.

We feel blessed to have customers who are so generous and willing to help those in need.

Have a happy holiday season!

From left, Wayne Johns (Forest City Food Bank), Ron Lichtsinn (Owner of Lichtsinn Motors) and Josh Damm (Marketing Director at Lichtsinn Motors).

Great Review on the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze

Shawn and Kari Olson recently purchased a 2011 Chevrolet Cruze from Lichtsinn Motors and talk about their experience in the video below: