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The 2015 Nissan Juke: Now Jukier Than Ever!

Bobby Lundwall — March 6, 2014 — Leave a comment

Nissan has never been afraid to rock the world with its innovative designs. From the record-setting GT-R to the world’s first drop-top SUV in the Murano CrossCabriolet, Nissan has always had a penchant for coming up with something new and fresh.

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When Nissan unveiled the Juke in 2009 reactions were mixed, but one thing was for sure: the Japanese automaker was willing to take a bold risk while other manufacturers played it safe with their designs.

Fast forward a few years, and Nissan sold over 5,000 Jukes in the month of February 2014. That figure is sure to climb even higher with the new 2015 redesign unveiled at the Geneva Auto Show.

The 2015 Nissan Juke hasn’t undergone a drastic change, though many of the new features are appreciated:

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Eco-Friendly Toyota’s: 2014 Toyota Prius

Ashley Mason — March 5, 2014 — Leave a comment

Eco-friendly technology is a new and fast growing trend in the automotive industry. Increasing gas prices and the growing carbon footprint on the environment is prompting a need for change.

The number of Hybrid and electric car users is steadily increasing in the USA. Drivers are opting for vehicles that are more fuel-efficient and kinder on the environment.

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Toyota offers eco-friendly cars such as the Toyota Prius Hybrid. It produces less CO2 emissions than conventional cars and requires less fuel to function. Despite the growing popularity of hybrids; many people are still not sure what differentiates hybrid cars from conventional cars.

Are you considering purchasing a Toyota Prius? Here is more information to get you familiarized with eco-friendly car options.

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The 2015 Volkswagen Golf R Hatchback

Ashley Mason — March 3, 2014 — Leave a comment

The 2015 Volkswagen Golf R is the epitome of a dynamic, sporty and elegant compact sedan. The all new model was showcased at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

It comes with a refined light-weight and stronger frame with improved rigidity. Expert critics deemed it the most powerful production Golf ever in the North American market.

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For all you Volkswagen enthusiasts looking for a fun-to-drive experience, the all-new Golf R will be available the first quarter of 2015. For now, here are some of the exclusive features you can expect to find on the new 2015 Golf R.

Refined Exterior Features

You will notice a difference with the new Golf R’s sports-inspired exterior redesign. The following features were added for a more aggressive sports-car feel:

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The Pitfalls of Potholes: 4 Tactics For Dealing With P-holes

Bobby Lundwall — February 27, 2014 — 2 Comments

It shouldn’t come as a surprise to you when I tell you that Michigan has some of the worst roads in the country.

Our roadways are constantly filled with dangerous obstacles that we need to be aware of – reckless drivers, construction work gone astray, bears….the list goes on.

Of course the most sinister predator of the concrete is the pothole. Small in stature and seemingly innocent, these little monsters can rise up and rip apart your car’s wheels like a dog rips apart your favorite slippers.

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In order to prepare yourself from the enemy that lies in wait, here are a few tactics you can employ to help you in the fight against p-holes:

1. Avoid Them With Care

A very simple way to guard yourself from serious damage is to prevent even running (literally) into one.

If you are on a road that you believe is infested with potholes, be more mindful.

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Introducing the 2015 Honda Fit: Faster, Stronger, More Exciting

Ashley Mason — February 27, 2014 — Leave a comment

Honda’s all-new 2015 Honda Fit was showcased at the 2014 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Honda’s engineers and designers successfully collaborated and came up with a subcompact model that won the audience’s attention by storm.

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So what’s new for the 2015 Fit? For the most part, the Fit retained its small size with minor tweaks in the height and width. The wheelbase was increased in length to improve functionality. It also comes with a more upscale interior featuring premium materials and some of the latest auto technologies in the market.

More About the Fit’s Interior

One of the 2015 Fit’s highlights is an interior that is roomy, user-centric and luxurious.

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LaFontaine Cadillac Says Yes to the ELR When Other Dealers Say No

Jason Stum — February 25, 2014 — Leave a comment

Cadillac recently told Edmunds.com that not all of its 940 dealers in the U.S. would carry the 2014 Cadillac ELR. In fact, upwards of 400 Cadillac dealers have opted not to carry the luxury brand’s first plug-in hybrid vehicle.

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When posed with the question of whether or not to carry the ELR, Robert Milner, General Sales Manager of LaFontaine Cadillac, was adamant about the desire to not just carry the vehicle, but aggressively market it.

The all-new Cadillac ELR is the perfect fit for our luxury market. The Detroit Market is the largest Cadillac Market in the country. We have seen firsthand how important the environment is to our customers by their overwhelming positive reaction to our new Gold LEED Certified Dealership in Highland, Michigan.

The ELR’s combination of luxury, technology, eco-friendly and fuel efficiency make it a unique offering in the marketplace. We are very optimistic about the demand for such a vehicle in the Detroit Market and we have the resources, infrastructure, personnel and expertise to represent this unique vehicle aggressively.

A Growing Investment

Many Cadillac Dealers decided not to carry the ELR because of the significant investment for infrastructure, equipment and training needed to support the ELR.

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Karla Griscom is the Hartland Chamber of Commerce Member of the Year

Jason Stum — February 24, 2014 — Leave a comment

It’s always nice to be recognized for your hard work and dedication, isn’t it?

Today I’m happy to let you all know that one of our own Business Marketing Representatives, Karla Griscom, was just named the Member of the Year by the Hartland Chamber of Commerce.

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Karla was bestowed this honor on Friday, February 21, 2014 at the Hartland Chamber’s annual awards dinner.

When asked about what makes Karla Griscom stand out from the crowd, Hartland Chamber Director Jana Warford said:

She’s active in all three local chambers. Plus, she’s active with her family and active with her career. Yet, she still finds time – she’s really spectacular.

Karla was surprised when it was announced that she had been awarded this honor for the Hartland Chamber.

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Lori Rigato of 102.9 W4 Country Stars in a New Video Series

Jason Stum — February 17, 2014 — Leave a comment

If you’ve been listening to 102.9 W4 Country lately, you may have heard that mid-day show host, Lori Rigato, is driving around town in a 2014 Buick Encore courtesy of LaFontaine Buick GMC of Ann Arbor.

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I just talked to Lori during our Kiss The Car event, and she’s definitely enjoying what the Encore has to offer in a compact SUV.

Now before I get into the exciting plans we have for a new video series, I need to be 100% transparent with you and disclose a few details of this partnership.

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A Love Letter To Our Cars

Bobby Lundwall — February 13, 2014 — 2 Comments

Valentine’s Day. Filled with kisses, chocolates, and enough flowers to build your own Rose Bowl Parade Float – this is also the perfect day to proclaim your love for someone to the world…..via secret letter, of course.

Yes, love letters are a staple of the holiday, ranging from “lift-me-off-my-feet-with-your-way-of-words” to “do-they-give-participation-awards-for-these?”

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While that secret crush of yours might be a bit daunting to write to, why not proclaim your love to the one that constantly keeps you safe, secure, and stylish: your car?

Here’s an example of one such document of car-crossed drivers:

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Chevrolet Sweeps North American Car and Truck of the Year Awards

Bobby Lundwall — February 10, 2014 — Leave a comment

Memories of the North American International Auto Show are still fresh with us (and they were pretty darn great!). Now that the pizzazz of the concepts and the pristine wonder of the new vehicles have come and gone, it’s time for the accolades; or as we should call it, the Chevrolet Praise Awards.

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Chevrolet won the 2014 North American Car of the Year award with the beautiful new Corvette Stingray, as well as North American Truck of the Year with its rugged Silverado.

With so many people speculating on how Chevy managed to win both awards among such fierce competition, we sent our Digital Marketing Team downtown to investigate just how Chevy Rocked the Auto Show.

1. 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray – North American Car of the Year

Chevy took a risk that paid off

The expression “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” comes to mind when thinking of the transformation of the Corvette Stingray. With such a popular and classic car loved in its current state, some might find breaking tradition to be a sign of trouble.

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The 2015 Nissan Juke: Now Jukier Than Ever!

Eco-Friendly Toyota’s: 2014 Toyota Prius

The 2015 Volkswagen Golf R Hatchback

Refined Exterior Features

The Pitfalls of Potholes: 4 Tactics For Dealing With P-holes

1. Avoid Them With Care

Introducing the 2015 Honda Fit: Faster, Stronger, More Exciting

More About the Fit’s Interior

LaFontaine Cadillac Says Yes to the ELR When Other Dealers Say No

A Growing Investment

Karla Griscom is the Hartland Chamber of Commerce Member of the Year

Lori Rigato of 102.9 W4 Country Stars in a New Video Series

A Love Letter To Our Cars

Chevrolet Sweeps North American Car and Truck of the Year Awards

1. 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray – North American Car of the Year

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