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The Family Deal Blog

Official Blog of the LaFontaine Automotive Group in Michigan

Business

Car and Driver: 10Best Cars and Trucks for 2020

November 25, 2019 by Max Muncey

Car and Driver’s 10Best winners represent the smartest, most entertaining vehicles you can buy today. They are picked after an exhaustive evaluation of this year’s new or significantly refreshed models as well as last year’s defending 10Best—okay, fine, 20Best—honorees. For two weeks, their editors … [Read more...] about Car and Driver: 10Best Cars and Trucks for 2020

Filed Under: Business, Cars, Chevrolet, Honda, Kia, Ram, Reviews, Toyota, Vehicle Awards, Volkswagen

Chevrolet, RAM and KIA Take Home Coveted MotorTrend’s Car, Truck, and SUV of the Year Honors

November 19, 2019 by Max Muncey

MotorTrend's Car, Truck, and SUV of the Year winners are finally here! If you want to know what the hottest and best new cars are, or which new or significantly updated SUV or truck is worth your money, you're in the right place. No one tests cars, trucks, and SUVs as exhaustively and thoughtfully … [Read more...] about Chevrolet, RAM and KIA Take Home Coveted MotorTrend’s Car, Truck, and SUV of the Year Honors

Filed Under: Business, Cars, Chevrolet, Kia, Manufacturers, Ram, Reviews, Vehicle Awards

LaFontaine is battling one of the industry’s most stubborn challenges — and winning

October 16, 2019 by Max Muncey

The following article appeared in the Oct. 14 issue of Automotive New. Reporting was done by Hannah Lutz. Bob Simmons began working as a parts driver for LaFontaine Automotive Group as a senior in high school. That was nearly 40 years ago. As he “caught the bug” for selling cars, Simmons … [Read more...] about LaFontaine is battling one of the industry’s most stubborn challenges — and winning

Filed Under: Business, Community News, Company Awards, Family, General

LaFontaine Automotive Group Joins Fellow Off-Road Enthusiasts at the American Expedition Vehicles Open House

September 13, 2019 by Max Muncey

The highly-anticipated annual American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) Open House brought together hundreds of off-road enthusiasts and showcased some of the ultimate go-anywhere vehicles built. AEV is known around the world as the standard in off-road, outfitting vehicles geared specifically to off-road … [Read more...] about LaFontaine Automotive Group Joins Fellow Off-Road Enthusiasts at the American Expedition Vehicles Open House

Filed Under: Business, Cars, Chevrolet, Jeep, Lifestyle, Manufacturers, Ram

Cadillac Introduces Dynamic 2020 CT4

September 12, 2019 by Max Muncey

Award-winning rear-wheel-drive architecture offers a precise driving experience with an all-turbocharged propulsion portfolioExterior features RWD proportions and an athletic stanceSuper Cruise available in calendar year 2020Sport sedan unveiled through immersive new social campaign Cadillac … [Read more...] about Cadillac Introduces Dynamic 2020 CT4

Filed Under: Business, Cadillac, Cars, Reviews, Tech

WardsAuto: Young Car Dealer Busy Making Plans – Then Gets Horrible News

September 5, 2019 by Max Muncey

Ryan LaFontaine talks about his business style, what he’s learned from his dealer parents and his fight with cancer. Steven Finlay / WardsAuto| Sep 05, 2019 Lafontaine – 2019 Time Quality Dealer Finalist at NADA 2019. In 2008, Ryan LaFontaine was busily overseeing his first big business … [Read more...] about WardsAuto: Young Car Dealer Busy Making Plans – Then Gets Horrible News

Filed Under: Business, Community News, Family, General, Lifestyle, Philanthropy, U Can-Cer Vive Foundation

Going Green: The LaFontaine Way

April 22, 2019 by Melanie LaFontaine

LaFontaine Automotive Group celebrates Earth Day all year long. Consisting of 16 retail locations across Southeast Michigan, four of LaFontaine's locations are national leaders in their environmental efforts and are LEED certified (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design). What does it … [Read more...] about Going Green: The LaFontaine Way

Filed Under: Buick, Business, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Community News, Ford, GMC, Volkswagen Tagged With: Cadillac, earth day, Green, LEED, Volkswagen

LaFontaine Automotive Group’s Commitment to #WomenInAutomotive Recognized

January 30, 2019 by Max Muncey

One thing is for sure: more and more women are driving new-car dealerships forward and into the future. LaFontaine Automotive Group was founded with Maureen LaFontaine at the helm. This has led to a culture of family and empowerment throughout the group. We submitted a video ahead of the 2019 … [Read more...] about LaFontaine Automotive Group’s Commitment to #WomenInAutomotive Recognized

Filed Under: Business, Company Awards, Family, Lifestyle Tagged With: 2019, 2019 NADA, 2019 WIA, 2019 Women In Automotive, Kelley LaFontaine, Lafontaine, LaFontaine Automotive, LaFontaine Automotive Group, Maureen LaFontaine, Mike LaFontaine Sr., NADA, National Auto Dealers Association, Ryan LaFontaine, WIA, Women in Automotive

Ryan LaFontaine Wins National Recognition for Community Service and Industry Accomplishments

January 30, 2019 by Max Muncey

Ryan LaFontaine, Chief Operating Officer at LaFontaine Automotive Group, was named one of four regional finalists for the 2019 TIME Dealer of the Year award last week during the annual National Auto Dealers Association (NADA) Conference. “Our entire business is centered around ‘The Family Deal,’ … [Read more...] about Ryan LaFontaine Wins National Recognition for Community Service and Industry Accomplishments

Filed Under: Business, Company Awards, Philanthropy Tagged With: 2019, 2019 Dealer of the Year, Automotive Awards, Buick, Cadillac, Community Service, DADA, Dealer of the Year, Family Deal, GMC, Highland, Industry, Kelley LaFontaine, Lafontaine, LaFontaine Automotive, LaFontaine Automotive Group, LEED Certification, Leukemia Lymphoma Society, LLS, Maureen LaFontaine, MI, Michigan, Mike LaFontaine, Mike LaFontaine Sr., NADA, National Auto Dealers Association, National Award, Our Lady of the Lakes, Ryan LaFontaine, TIME, TIME Dealer Of The Year, Top 51, U CAN-CER VIVE, Waterford

LaFontaine Automotive Group Ranks Crain’s Fast 50 2018’s Fastest Growing Companies

December 13, 2018 by Max Muncey

Crain’s Fast 50: 2018’s Fastest Growing Companies In its much-anticipated annual ranking, Crain’s Detroit Business listed LaFontaine Automotive Group as one of Michigan’s fastest growing companies. “Without a doubt, our employees are our greatest asset,” said Ryan LaFontaine. “This is a true … [Read more...] about LaFontaine Automotive Group Ranks Crain’s Fast 50 2018’s Fastest Growing Companies

Filed Under: Business, Cars, Community News, Company Awards Tagged With: 2018 Fast 50, Crain's Detroit, Crain's Detroit Business, Crain's Fast 50, Family Deal, Fast 50, Fastest Growing Companies, Kelley LaFontaine, Lafontaine, LaFontaine Automotive, LaFontaine Automotive Group, Michigan's Fastest Growing Company, Ryan LaFontaine

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