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Celebrating 60 Years of Excellence at Kelly Automotive Group

October 23rd, 2025 by
60 Years of Kelly Automotive Group in Danvers, MA

  From The Salem News:   In 1965, Roland D. Kelly opened a small used-car lot in Beverly, wheeling and dealing only 12 vehicles at the time.   Now, after matching six decades in the business with the number of dealerships, it’s a milestone for a family synonymous with automotive excellence throughout New England. October marks…

Kelly Nissan of Lynnfield Earns 2025 Excellence Award

October 20th, 2025 by
Group photo of Nissan team and Kelly Nissan of Lynnfield earning 2025 Nissan Award of Excellence

  Pictured left to right: Patrick McCabe, Area General Manager at Nissan North America (Boston), Brian Heney, Kelly Automotive Group Chief Executive Officer, Jeremy McComb, Kelly Nissan of Lynnfield General Manager, Sarah Williams, Nissan Senior Dealer Operations Manager, and Joe Belliveau, Nissan Fixed Operations Manager   Once again, Kelly Nissan of Lynnfield, in Lynnfield MA….

VW Golf GTI/R Wins 2026 MotorTrend Car of the Year

October 20th, 2025 by
Blue and Red 2026 VW Golf R and GTI

  The 2026 Volkswagen Golf GTI and Golf R have been honored as MotorTrend’s 2026 Car of the Year, marking the Golf’s third time receiving this prestigious award. This recognition highlights Volkswagen’s commitment to performance, innovation, and everyday usability in a fun-to-drive package.   Why MotorTrend Chose the Golf GTI / R MotorTrend evaluates vehicles…

Kelly Nissan of Woburn Honored with 2025 Excellence Award

October 13th, 2025 by
J.D. Power Dealer of Excellence at Kelly Nissan of Woburn

  Pictured left to right: Brian Heney, Kelly Automotive Group Chief Executive Officer, Steve Vitale, Kelly Nissan of Woburn General Manager, Sarah Williams, Nissan Senior Dealer Operations Manager, Brian Kelly, Kelly Automotive Group President, Joe Belliveau, Nissan Fixed Operations Manager, and Patrick McCabe, Area General Manager at Nissan North America (Boston)   Once again, Kelly…

Honda SUV Lineup Tops J.D. Power Loyalty Rankings

September 29th, 2025 by

  Honda has once again proven why it remains a favorite among SUV drivers. The Honda SUV lineup has been recognized by J.D. Power as the #1 in Brand Loyalty, highlighting the enduring appeal, reliability, and satisfaction that Honda delivers across its popular SUV models. “In the auto industry, owner loyalty is one of the…

2026 Honda Ridgeline | What You Need To Know

September 11th, 2025 by
Parked 2026 Honda Ridgeline in mountains

Fall 2025 marks an exciting moment for midsize truck fans— the 2026 Honda Ridgeline is arriving at dealerships, sporting fresh, standout style upgrades tailored to modern tastes and adventurous lifestyles.   Sleek New Colors That Make a Statement The Honda Ridgeline TrailSport trim debuts an exclusive Ash Green Metallic finish—a rugged, outdoorsy shade that echoes…

First-Ever 2026 INFINITI QX80 SPORT

August 27th, 2025 by
Gray and white background | 2026 INFINITI QX80 SPORT Trim

  Prepare to elevate your expectations—INFINITI’s full-size luxury SUV returns stronger than ever with an enhanced design, luxe features, and the striking new SPORT trim that brings bold elegance without sacrificing performance. “A year after its dramatic introduction, the INFINITI QX80 continues to elevate the standard in luxury SUVs, thrilling INFINITI clients with bold design…

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2026 Jeep Cherokee: Built for More Adventure

August 22nd, 2025 by
Back angle of new 2026 Jeep Cherokee | Color Blue

  The Jeep Cherokee returns — and is better than ever. After a three-year hiatus, Jeep is ushering in a new era for this beloved SUV, delivering a model that’s more efficient, more tech-forward, and more ready than ever for off-road thrills and everyday versatility. 1. Design That Honors Its Roots… and Looks to the Future The…

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2025 VW ID. Buzz Named Best Minivan by J.D. Power

August 20th, 2025 by
Orange VW. Buzz | J.D. Power Award in front

  In a standout achievement, the 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz clinched the Top Minivan title in J.D. Power’s prestigious U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study—and with good reason.   The ID. Buzz didn’t just win—it set a new record for APEAL scoring in the minivan category since the study’s redesign in 2020. Remarkably,…

5 Hidden Volkswagen Features You’ll Love

August 13th, 2025 by
VW Grille in Kelly VW Showroom

  Volkswagen is known for blending smart design with innovative technology — and if you’re a current VW owner, you might not even realize all the clever features your vehicle has tucked away. Whether you’re driving a VW Tiguan, Atlas, Jetta, or ID.4, here are 5 hidden (or overlooked) features that could make your daily…

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