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“When I heard Ford was bringing back the Ford Ranger… I was like ‘YEAH!’” -Ryan LaFontaine

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Below is a transcript of Ryan LaFontaine's discussion with Todd Willing Ford Design Director. Ryan: Hi I’m Ryan LaFontaine of the LaFontaine Automotive Group and I’m so proud to be Chairman of this year’s North American International Auto Show.  Just like you when I heard Ford was bringing back … [Read more...] about “When I heard Ford was bringing back the Ford Ranger… I was like ‘YEAH!’” -Ryan LaFontaine

Ford Motor Company’s only Silver LEED Certified Dealership

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Carlito Mojica LaFontaine Automotive Group 248-887-4747 LaFontaine Ford of Birch Run 11661 S. Beyer Rd. Birch Run MI 48415 Birch Run, MI – April/13/2017– LaFontaine Automotive Group is pleased to announce the newest member of the Family Deal: LaFontaine Ford of Birch … [Read more...] about Ford Motor Company’s only Silver LEED Certified Dealership

LaFontaine Ford of Birch Run is Open for Business

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Carlito Mojica LaFontaine Automotive Group 248-887-4747 LaFontaine Ford of Birch Run 11661 N. Beyer Rd. Birch Run MI 48415 Birch Run, MI – December 4, 2016 – LaFontaine Automotive Group is pleased to announce the opening of a new state-of-the-art Ford … [Read more...] about LaFontaine Ford of Birch Run is Open for Business

2016 North American Car & Truck of the Year Semi-Finalists Announced

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When you think October in Michigan, you probably think about the fall colors, decorating pumpkins, and a Detroit Lions season that's over before it really started. But if you're in the automotive biz, you also think about the upcoming North American International Auto Show and the North American Car … [Read more...] about 2016 North American Car & Truck of the Year Semi-Finalists Announced

Growing The Family: Introducing LaFontaine Ford of Frankenmuth

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On May 1, 1980 Mike LaFontaine Sr. purchased his very first car dealership. Exactly 35 years later I'm excited to introduce you to our newest family member, LaFontaine Ford of Frankenmuth. On a beautiful spring morning in Frankenmuth, the LaFontaine and Galsterer families completed the sale … [Read more...] about Growing The Family: Introducing LaFontaine Ford of Frankenmuth

Highlights From 2015 Kelley Blue Book 5-Year Cost to Own Awards

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A vehicle is usually the second most expensive item we'll ever purchase in our lifetime. While getting The Family Deal on a new car is great, sometimes we tend to forget about the other costs associated with owning a new vehicle. Things like financing, insurance, gas, state fees, regular … [Read more...] about Highlights From 2015 Kelley Blue Book 5-Year Cost to Own Awards

1969 Ford Cobra Vintage Magazine Ad

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In 1969, the Blue Oval unleashed a variant to the Torino family simply known as the Ford Cobra. The Cobra was only in production for two years, and it's name was taken directly from the 428 Cobra Jet Engine that was included as standard equipment. With only 14,000 or so of this specific … [Read more...] about 1969 Ford Cobra Vintage Magazine Ad

9 Must See Vehicles at the Detroit Auto Show

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When the 2015 North American International Auto Show (known as the Detroit Auto Show in these parts) opens to the public on January 17th, attendees will be overwhelmed by the sheer volume of vehicles that will be on display. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cS3BTTUYqbY With so many cars, trucks … [Read more...] about 9 Must See Vehicles at the Detroit Auto Show