When you really think about the iPhone commercials, did you ever notice that they truly do have an app for everything? Well, MINI has taken that to the next level and they have actually created a roadside assistance app for the iPhone. While OnStar was the best of its class three years ago, now, cell phones are something that are so evolved and so advanced that they truly – truly are incredible pieces of technology.
The great thing about the Apple iPhone is the fact that you can actually install this particular app with your VIN number and actually pick a photo of your car! MINI USA worked with Allstate to come up with this incredible app and I think that it is pretty cool actually.
How it works is you can use the app to call for road service which will actually send that to Allstate who will ensure that you get a tow truck there as soon as possible!
So you are all probably wondering exactly what is going to be happening to the Pontiac brand itself right? Well, GM is fazing them out and the very first car that they are getting rid of is the Pontiac Vibe. This August is when they will absolutely stop all production on this incredible car and that is such a shame to me! Personally, I drive around a 2003 Vibe and was looking into purchasing another one but Pontiac as a whole is going to be phased out.
First the Pontiac Vibe is going to be gone and then the next car that is on the line is the G6 and so on and so forth, but really … I think that Pontiac is a fantastic brand and I think that they should have figured out something else to phase out – however, that is my opinion and mine alone.
What do you guys think? Do you believe that the Pontiac brand should have been phased out at all?
We all know that the Detroit Auto Show is definitely on the brink and it could not happen at all but did you know that … this week, they are actually considering a few other options around Detroit versus just Cobo hall? For example, the Rock Financial showroom is something that they are considering and while that might not be in Detroit itself, it is still in Michigan.
The Detroit Auto Show is by far one of the biggest auto shows in the world, as it is international and it really gives a chance for the auto makers to really showcase exactly what they have – however, Detroit is not the best place for them to be having it as Detroit is basically owned by GM. Places like LA and New York are being considered right now.
Alls I have to say is that I hope that they do not exactly move the auto show simply because I live in Michigan! However, if they do – it’s okay and we’ll hopefully see a turn around in coming years!
