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Rairdon Auto Group dealer is proud to sell Chrysler cars in Seattle that are doing the least amount of damage to the environment. When considering a new or used car in Seattle, Rairdon Auto Group will help you get the car of your dreams and help you “go green.” Chrysler is reducing CO2 emissions and helping to boost environmental innovations within the automobile industry.

Chrysler Group’s 2009 Environmental Leadership Award (ELA) program has led to reduced carbon dioxide (CO2) output of approximately 370,000 tons, equivalent to four large manufacturing plants or 71,000 automobiles. The company also will benefit financially as the projects submitted will save $50 million a year.

The Chrysler Group’s Environmental Leadership Award recognizes extraordinary innovation and dedication to reducing the environmental impact of the company’s products and facilities. The program fosters pro-environmental thinking in all levels and functions of the company’s operations and is a tool for sharing best practices among employees and in the supplier network.

A total of 29 projects worldwide were submitted for ELA awards for 2009, the 16th year of the program. The entries were judged on the basis of their contribution to environmental stewardship, cost savings and innovation. This year’s category winners included:

Production Related Environmental Protection – Trenton (Mich.) South Engine Plant environmental team: This world class manufacturing plant was built on a brownfield site and incorporates environmentally conscious designs, including 47 percent recycled material, zero-waste-to-landfill and a 39 percent reduction in energy use compared with the previous engine manufacturing facility.

Product Related Environmental Protection – Dealer Dedicated Delivery System Redesign: By redesigning the company’s Mopar® parts delivery system, the team improved response time and customer satisfaction and eliminated 4.6 million miles of driving, saving 722,000 gallons of fuel, 8,000 tons of emissions, 1,560 gallons of motor oil and 1,344 tractor trailer tires per year.

Extraordinary Efforts for the Environment – Saltillo (Mexico) Complex: Developing an Environmental Way of Life. The team introduced comprehensive process controls among its employees to substantially reduce energy consumption, air emissions, water use, and waste generation while increasing recycling. The team then took the lessons learned to the community by educating students at three local elementary schools. In addition, they worked with two colleges to establish a post degree academic program for environmental protection.

Dealership Environmental Initiatives – Frank C. Videon Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep, New Town Square, Pa.: This is the first dealership to be honored with a Chrysler Group Environmental Leadership Award. The team’s strong commitment to green initiatives resulted in a 20 percent reduction in energy use by recycling oil as a heating fuel in a facility that is 2.5 times larger than the previous building.

“The ELA celebrates the outstanding achievements of employees and project teams, and it reminds us that being green does not conflict with being a successful company,” Steve Bartoli, Head of Regulatory Affairs and Engineering Planning, said. “In fact, a thought process that includes environmental impact is a necessary attribute at Chrysler Group.”

Seattle Chrysler Dealer

Rairdon Auto Group of Seattle is proud to be a part of such an innovative and environmentally conscience company. Stop by our dealership and see our Chrysler models. We offer the lowest prices and the largest selections of Chryslers in Seattle! Whether you would like a new or used car in Seattle, Chrysler parts or great service, Rairdon Auto Group is the dealer for you. If you have any questions about our dealership or inventory, please call us at 877-337-2123 or visit our website at www.rairdon.com. Rairdon Auto Group has Chrysler dealerships in:

• Kirkland
• Bellingham
• Monroe
• Smokey Point