Don Jacobs Brands Claim 4 Spots in the 10Best List for 2012 from Car and Driver Magazine
February 27, 2012, Lexington, KY – Quality brands find themselves in the winners’ circle again for the 2012 10Best List from Car and Drive magazine. FOUR of the TEN 10 spots in the 2012 10Best List are sold at Don Jacobs in Lexington, Kentucky. The 2012 Honda Accord, 2012 Honda Fit, 2011BMW 3 Series and the 2012 Volkswagen Golf/GTI all made the list this year, all of them making repeat appearances on the list.
For the 26th time, the Honda Accord won a spot on the 10Best list. It is one of America's best selling vehicles month after month for a variety of reasons. Featuring plenty of interior space, oodles of technology, a quiet ride and excellent handling, the Accord is an affordable car that doesn't compromise on quality and extras. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has also named the Accord Sedan a 2012 Top Safety Pick. Visit www.donjacobshonda.com for more information.
2012 also marks an impressive 21 consecutive wins for the BMW 3 Series, which is a feat unmatched by any other vehicle on the market today. From the exquisite balance to the precise handling to the luxurious interior, this is one car that sets the bar in its class year after year. And the all-new 2012
comes with the powerful yet efficient 4-cylinder TwinPower Turbo engine. It provides the power to get from 0-60 miles per hour in 5.9 seconds, while offering great fuel efficiency at 36* miles per gallon on the highway. Visit www.donjacobsbmw.com for more information.
The Honda Fit is a six-time winner in the 10Best list, known for being compact, fun-to-drive and packed with power. It boasts best-in-class passenger space and cargo capacity and an economic 34*miles per gallon on the highway. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has also named the Fit a 2012 Top Safety Pick. Visit www.donjacobshonda.com for more information.
And finally, the Volkswagen Golf/GTI made the list again for 2012. The Golf continues to thrill drivers with its amazing handling, pick-up and interior qualities that won't break the bank. The GTI is the upper range of the Golf spectrum, a sportier model for the car enthusiast. Its 200 horsepower, 2.0-liter turbo-charged engine delivers power and performance in a small and trendy package that never disappoints. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) named both as 2012 Top Safety Picks. Visit www.donjacobsvolkswagen.com for more information.
To read more about the 10Best Cars for 2012 from Car and Driver magazine, visit www.caranddriver.com.
Don Jacobs Volkswagen of Lexington, KY Joins Exclusive “Customer First” Club of Volkswagen America and Four Employees Designated “Generation Best”
March 2, 2012, Lexington, KY – Don Jacobs Volkswagen has joined the Volkswagen “Customer First” Club by excelling in all customer service standards. Only 37 of 638 Volkswagen dealers in the United States achieved this level of customer service. Four Don Jacobs employees were also designated “Generation Best” by Volkswagen based on completed training, outstanding performance and customer satisfaction.
Service Advisors Brian Hill and Merritt Dycus were both designated “Generation Best” by Volkswagen—only 27 service advisors in the United States were awarded. Sales Consultants Jason Franklin and Gabe Balazs were also designated “Generation Best“ among a select group of Volkswagen sales consultants.
It is an honor to know that our customers appreciate the level of service we provide at Don Jacobs Volkswagen,” says Owner Don Jacobs. “We have become the #1 volume dealer in the state of Kentucky, along with our entry into the Customer First Club because of the exceptional people who work here. Our employees truly deserve this recognition.”
To learn more about Don Jacobs Volkswagen, visit http://www.donjacobsvw.com
. To read more about Volkswagen America, visit http://www.vw.com.
The Lexington chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) held their 2012 Chocolate Affaire at Don Jacobs BMW on February 16, 2012.
Check out our Facebook page for more photos Photos by Neil Sulier.
The Chocolate Affaire is the association's annual membership drive, with current members and prospective members invited. The ladies enjoyed light appetizers, chocolate drinks, chocolate truffles and loads of other chocolate desserts! The program highlighted the benefits of joining NAWBO, current officers, as well as annual events and meetings held each year. Over 100 local business owners attended the event this year.
The Lexington chapter of NAWBO strives to reflect the national mission which is to provide the following for its members: 1) STRENGTHEN the wealth-creating capacity of our members and promote economic development, 2) CREATE innovative and effective changes in the business culture, 3) BUILD strategic alliances, coalitions and affiliations, and 4) TRANSFORM public policy and influence opinion makers.
For more information about joining NAWBO, please contact Michelle Lowe at admin@lexnawbo.org or visit their website at http://www.lexnawbo.org.
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About the
Don Jacobs Orgnization
The Don Jacobs Organization is a family-owned car dealership, proudly serving Central Kentucky since 1971. . The Don Jacobs Organization prides itself on quality vehicles, an experienced staff and exceptional customer service. Don Jacobs offers quality new and pre-owned cars, service on all makes and models, and a full service body shop on-site. Don Jacobs Honda, Don Jacobs BMW, Don Jacobs Volkswagen, Don Jacobs Used Cars and Don Jacobs Paint and Body Shop make up the Don Jacobs family. Don Jacobs Honda/BMW/VW/Used Cars is located at the corner of New Circle Road and Nicholasville Road in Lexington, KY. Don Jacobs Used Cars (Northside) is located at 131 W. New Circle Road in Lexington, KY. For more information on the Don Jacobs Organization. |
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Don Jacobs Community Involvement, Donations and Sponsorships
The Lexington area is home to our 200+ employees, and we're proud to support a wide variety of local businesses, charities, and social organizations
- American Cancer Society
- American Heart Association
- Auto Dealers with a Heart
- BBB of Central Kentucky
- Ballet Under the Stars
- Boy Scouts Sporting Clays Classic
- Central KY Volkswagen Club
- Children's Miracle Network
- Commerce Lexington
- Downtown Lexington Corporation
- Ecton Park Jazz Series
- Fraternal Order of Police
- Shop with a Cop Program
- Fraternal Order of Fire Fighters
- Shop with a Firefighter Program
- Free Friday Flix
- Girl Scouts Cookies for Troops
- God's Pantry
- Good Foods Co-Op
- Kentuckian's Chorus
- Lexington Artists' Market
- Spotlight Lexington
- Lexington Christmas Parade
- Makenna Foundation
- Professional Women's Forum
- Special Olympics Kentucky
- Lexington Humane Society
- Swingin' on Main
- Thursday Night Live
- Winners for Life Foundation
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Don Jacobs Employee is Presented with 2012 Volkswagen Passat for 40 years of Service to the Company
December 27, 2011 - Lexington, KY – Joe Mefford, Volkswagen Service Technician at Don Jacobs Volkswagen of Lexington, KY was recently presented with a 2012 Volkswagen Passat (2012 Motor Trend Car of the Year!) in celebration of his 40-year anniversary with the company. Mefford shares the 40-year anniversary with the Don Jacobs Organization, which began operation in 1971.
“This has been a great company to work for, they have always been fair, and always hire good people. I was speechless when I won the new Passat, it was a great surprise! ” said Mefford.
This is the first time in the history of the company that an employee was presented with a new car, but it may not be the last. In addition to Joe Mefford’s long employment history, Don Jacobs also boasts almost 50 employees with over 10 years of service, some of them just a few years shy of the 40-year mark . Don Jacobs celebrates five-year milestone anniversaries each December around the holidays, presenting different gifts depending on years of service.
“We are very proud to have such loyal employees. I think we strive to provide a nice work environment, good benefits, and a place where hard work is rewarded. Joe Mefford continues to win the employee of the month for Volkswagen Service, with his strong work ethic and high customer satisfaction scores, says owner Don Jacobs. “He is an inspiration to our other employees.”
Don Jacobs Pioneers Local War on Texting While Driving
November 10, 2011 - Lexington, Ky. -- Local car dealer Don Jacobs is sending its own message to Lexingtonians who insist on text messaging while driving by donating a fully-customized 2012 Volkswagen Beetle to the Lexington Police Department to help bolster their efforts in eliminating distracted driving.
The dangers of drinking and driving are well known, but texting while behind the wheel is quickly becoming just as dangerous. In 2009, according to HandsFreeInfo.com, more than 200 fatalities on Kentucky roads were blamed on distracted driving, which is nearly as high as the 249 drunk-driving fatalities that same year, according to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The American Automobile Association also notes that looking away from the road for even two seconds can double your chance of having a crash. Finally, the state of Kentucky took action to change the driving habits of Kentuckians. Kentucky HB 415, passed in April of 2010, prohibits texting while driving. It also prohibits teens from using any function of their cell phones (including making calls) while behind the wheel.
The 2012 Volkswagen Beetle Turbo Edition that Don Jacobs is donating to the police department has been modified to meet all law enforcement vehicle standards, and is completely equipped for a police officer to drive and issue citations. The car is black and white and is fully wrapped by Ad Color with the “Don’t Text & Drive” message. It will join the Lexington Police Department’s official fleet in January 2012.
“We’ve continued our 40th anniversary celebration by launching the ‘Don’t Text and Drive!’ campaign, and we’re really excited to close out 2011 with the donation of this vehicle to the Lexington Division of Police,” said Don Jacobs, owner of Don Jacobs Honda/BMW/VW/Used Cars. “We fully support the legislation passed last year that prohibits texting while behind the wheel. We hope the donation will not only help police officers enforce the laws, but that it will also serve as a moving reminder of the dangers of distracted driving for years to come.”
While the Beetle has been modified to be a fully-functioning police car, Jacobs added a few "extras" to draw attention to the vehicle. A blue LED light kit illuminates the ground around the car on all four sides, the door handles and the grill. The police department added strobe lights, a light bar on top of the car, a siren and a speaker system that enables an officer to make announcements from inside.
“Distracted driving has become an epidemic in Kentucky, and Lexington PD is cracking down hard on drivers who use their phones illegally while behind the wheel,” said Lexington Police Chief Ronnie Bastin. “We’re extremely grateful for this donation from Don Jacobs and look forward to adding the Beetle to our fleet in 2012.”
In addition to the vehicle donation, Jacobs has forged a ‘Commit to Quit’ partnership with Clear Channel Radio as part of the ‘Don’t Text and Drive!’ campaign. The ‘Commit to Quit’ project, which started in late summer, encourages drivers to sign an online pledge promising not to text while behind the wheel. The dealership is also distributing thousands of ‘Don’t Text and Drive’ bumper decals from the showroom, and has already placed billboards with LAMAR Advertising throughout the city.
Sign the pledge here.
Don Jacobs' Brands Claim Four Spots in the 10Best Cars for 2011 from Car and Driver Magazine
December 10, 2010 - Lexington, Ky. -- Sometimes quality speaks for itself. In this case, Car and Driver has spoken for quality. FOUR of the TEN 10 spots in the 2011 10 Best Cars for 2011 by Car and Driver Magazine are sold at Don Jacobs in Lexington, Kentucky. The Honda Accord, Honda Fit, BMW 3 Series and the Volkswagen Golf/GTI all made the list this year, all of them making repeat appearances on the list.
 For the 25th time, the Honda Accord won a spot on the 10Best list. It is one of America's best selling vehicles month after month for a variety of reasons. Featuring plenty of interior space, oodles of technology, a quiet ride and excellent handling, the Accord is an affordable car that doesn't compromise on quality and extras. The 2011 Accord was also awarded Best Resale Value for the Mid-Size Cars category by Kelley Blue Book. Visit www.donjacobshonda.com for more information.
 2011 also marks an impressive 20 consecutive wins for the BMW 3 Series, which is a feat unmatched by any other vehicle on the market today. From the exquisite balance to the precise handling to the luxurious interior, this is one car that sets the bar in its class year after year. Visitwww.donjacobsbmw.com for more information.
 The Honda Fit is a five-time winner in the 10Best list, known for being compact, fun-to-drive and packed with power. It also features an upscale interior, precise steering and an economic 34 miles per gallon on the highway. Visit www.donjacobshonda.com for more information.
 Volkswagen Golf/GTI made the list again for 2011. The Golf continues to thrill drivers with its amazing handling, pick-up and interior qualities that won't break the bank. The GTI is the upper range of the Golf spectrum, a sportier model for the car enthusiast. Its 200 horsepower, 2.0-liter turbo-charged engine delivers power and performance in a small and trendy package that never disappoints. Visit www.donjacobsvw.com for more information.
To read more about the 10Best Cars for 2011 from Car and Driver magazine, visitwww.caranddriver.com.
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