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Coronavirus cleaning: Are you properly disinfecting your car’s interior?

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We asked an expert how to keep a car clean without damaging the interior When it comes to disinfecting an interior, the potential for unwanted interactions can be daunting, especially when some cleaning ingredients can do lasting harm to the materials that make up your cabin.  The … [Read more...] about Coronavirus cleaning: Are you properly disinfecting your car’s interior?

Ford Customer Experience Investment Continues with Digital Kiosks at LaFontaine Ford of Birch Run

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Digital kiosks placed inside and outside of dealership service areas enable quick check-in and service selectionThis pilot program along with others such as mobile maintenance services and pick-up and delivery are all part of a re-invigorated approach to delivering more personalized, convenient … [Read more...] about Ford Customer Experience Investment Continues with Digital Kiosks at LaFontaine Ford of Birch Run

Is it Summer Yet?

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We are just on the verge of packing away our winter sweaters and boots and bringing out the sandals and shorts.  Hopefully the warm weather starts approaching us Michiganders soon. Are you ready for summer? Is your car ready for summer?  Has your car experienced from the same clean up … [Read more...] about Is it Summer Yet?

Fuel Economy Tips for Summer Driving

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It’s the summer season, which for many people that means long hours on the road headed to the beach, countryside, the lake, amusement parks, and of course work. As you set out on your journey, know that the temperature outside has an effect on your car’s fuel economy as does how you maintain the … [Read more...] about Fuel Economy Tips for Summer Driving

Getting Your Vehicle Road Trip Ready

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Summer is here and it’s important that your car is prepared for any spur of the moment road trips. Before you hit the road it’s important to pre-check your vehicle to make sure it is in prime condition for a weekend road trip. Whether you’re driving a short distance or across the country, try these … [Read more...] about Getting Your Vehicle Road Trip Ready

List of Vehicles Affected by the Takata Airbag Recall and FAQ

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By now you may have heard about the massive Takata Airbag Recall that is affecting millions of vehicles in the U.S. from over a dozen manufacturers. When the news hit, our customers started calling and stopping by our service departments to see if their vehicle was affected by this … [Read more...] about List of Vehicles Affected by the Takata Airbag Recall and FAQ

Fuel Economy Down? 5 Ways to Drive Green This Spring

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Spring is finally here and that means it’s the perfect time for a spring clean-up and green-up for your vehicle. You don't need a hybrid vehicle to get the most mileage out of your daily driver. By following a few tips, you can make sure you are getting the best mpg possible out of your … [Read more...] about Fuel Economy Down? 5 Ways to Drive Green This Spring

GM Ignition Switch Recall: Answers To Your Questions

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With the recent announcement that General Motors will be recalling 1.6 million of its vehicles, we've been getting a lot of calls and emails asking questions about the GM ignition switch recall. I wanted to put this article together to cover the most frequently asked questions about the recall, … [Read more...] about GM Ignition Switch Recall: Answers To Your Questions

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

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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 … [Read more...] about The Pitfalls of Potholes: 4 Tactics For Dealing With P-holes