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The Family Deal Blog

Official Blog of the LaFontaine Automotive Group in Michigan

Tips & Tricks

Making Your Car Buying Experience The “BEST DAY EVER”

October 7, 2020 by Max Muncey

A cornerstone of LaFontaine Automotive Group is making sure we treat each customer like family and diligently work to personalize each experience. As our Group continues to grow and add new customers to our LaFontaine Family, we are excited to welcome Kurt Chapelle to our team. Kurt embodies … [Read more...] about Making Your Car Buying Experience The “BEST DAY EVER”

Filed Under: Buick, Business, Cadillac, Cars, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Community News, Dodge, Family, Fiat, Ford, General, GMC, Honda, Hyundai, Jeep, Kia, Lifestyle, Manufacturers, Ram, Subaru, Subaru, Tips & Tricks, Toyota, Volkswagen, Volvo

From Our Virtual Showroom to Your Driveway: Family Deal Direct Sales Experience

April 15, 2020 by Max Muncey

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nVy5VJOdJ4E&feature=emb_title As we return to business and deliver an exceptional customer experience, please know that this is not business as usual. The fluid situation and our customer’s and employee’s well-being and safety remains at the forefront of … [Read more...] about From Our Virtual Showroom to Your Driveway: Family Deal Direct Sales Experience

Filed Under: Buick, Business, Cadillac, Cars, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Ford, GMC, Honda, Hyundai, Jeep, Kia, Lexus, Manufacturers, Ram, Subaru, Subaru, Tech, Tips & Tricks, Toyota, Volkswagen, Volvo

What You Need to Know Regarding Lender and Automaker Programs and Payment Assistance During COVID-19

March 19, 2020 by Max Muncey

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LaFontaine Automotive Group has been your local, trusted, family-owned dealership for nearly 40 years. The Family Deal experience makes sure that each customer’s needs and wants are personalized. We've been hearing a lot of questions from our customers on programs currently offered and how to … [Read more...] about What You Need to Know Regarding Lender and Automaker Programs and Payment Assistance During COVID-19

Filed Under: Buick, Business, Cadillac, Cars, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Ford, General, GMC, Honda, Hyundai, Jeep, Kia, Manufacturers, Ram, Subaru, Tips & Tricks, Toyota, Volkswagen, Volvo

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

March 18, 2020 by Max Muncey

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?

Filed Under: Cars, Lifestyle, Service Tips, Tips & Tricks

Conquering a Michigan Winter In Your Vehicle

November 20, 2018 by Samantha Medici

The beauty of the first snowfall always catches everyone’s attention…..it puts everyone in the holiday spirit and prepares us for cozy evenings next to the fireplace with a  cup of hot cocoa. It sure feels like winter is here, especially with the frigid temperatures and the frequent snow falls. … [Read more...] about Conquering a Michigan Winter In Your Vehicle

Filed Under: Cars, Tips & Tricks Tagged With: Family Deal, Lafontaine, LaFontaine Automotive Group, Michigan Winter, Safety in the Winter, Service, Service Appointment, Vehicle, winter

Protecting Your Valuables: Child and Pet Car Safety

June 21, 2018 by Samantha Medici

The adventure begins......your packing up the car with your family for the first vacation of the summer. Phone charger ✓Snacks ✓ Luggage ✓ Tank full ✓ tablets ✓…..what about car seats? What about your pets? As your planning your family trips this summer it’s important to keep your most valuable … [Read more...] about Protecting Your Valuables: Child and Pet Car Safety

Filed Under: Family, Lifestyle, Tips & Tricks Tagged With: Accidents, Car Safety, Car Seats, Children, Family, Family Deal, Kids, Lafontaine, LaFontaine Automotive Group, Michigan, Pet Safety, Pets, protecting your family, Summer, Summer Trips, Tips, Vacation

Tips on How to Avoid Texting and Driving

July 21, 2017 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

You’re driving down the road and your phone lights up and you receive a text message. You think to ourselves, “Oh no big deal, I will quickly respond.”  If you’re traveling at the speed of 55mph, you will travel the length of a football field in no more than five seconds. Consider how much can … [Read more...] about Tips on How to Avoid Texting and Driving

Filed Under: Cars, Family, Tips & Tricks Tagged With: accident, Attention, behind the wheel, Cars, distracted, Distracting Driving, Driving, Driving Safety, Focus, hands free, highway, Lafontaine, LaFontaine Automotive Group, LaFontaine Cadillac Buick GMC, Phone, road, Texting, Tips, vehicles

Getting Your Vehicle Road Trip Ready

July 7, 2017 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

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

Filed Under: Cars, Family, Lifestyle, Service Tips, Tips & Tricks Tagged With: Belts, Brake System, Car, Country, Driving, Engine, Filters, Fluids, Headlights, hoses, LaFontaine Automotive Group, LaFontaine Cadillac Buick GMC, Lights, Oil Levels, Service, Short distance, Specials, Summer, Summer Road Trip, Summer Vacation, The Family Deal, Tips, Tire Pressure, Tread, Vacation, Vehicle, Weekend, Weekend Road Trip

Top Ten Automotive Related Gifts For Father’s Day

June 9, 2017 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

This month we are celebrating 30 Days Of Dad at LaFontaine to show our appreciation to all fathers on Father's Day. Since Father’s Day is near, let’s show dad how much you love him and his ride. Here are the top 10 gift ideas for your car-loving dad this Father’s Day! 1. Ztylus Stinger USB … [Read more...] about Top Ten Automotive Related Gifts For Father’s Day

Filed Under: Car Tech, Cars, Family, Lifestyle, Tips & Tricks Tagged With: #30daysofdad, Automatic Cordless Tire Inflator, Blog, Brightech Scorpion, Car, Car Charger, Celebrate, Dad, Family, Family Deal, Family Deal Blog, Father, Father's Day, FOBO Tire Pressure Sensor, Garmin, Gifts, June, LaFontaine Automotive Group, LaFontaine Cadillac Buick GMC, Rubber Floor Mats, Seat Belt Cutter, Top 10 Gifts For Dad, Ztylus Stinger

The Zen of Road Trips: 5 Ways to Survive The Drive

July 19, 2015 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

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Not too long ago I suggested a few Quirky But Beautiful Road Trip Destinations that you and your family might enjoy now that summer vacation season is officially underway. Before you get too excited about mapping out your next road trip destination, let's bring you back to reality for a few … [Read more...] about The Zen of Road Trips: 5 Ways to Survive The Drive

Filed Under: Family, Tips & Tricks Tagged With: LaFontaine Automotive Group, Planning a Road Trip, Road Trip, Road Trip Games, Road Trip Ideas, Road Trip Planner, Summer Vacation, Zen of Road Trips

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