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The Family Deal Blog

Official Blog of the LaFontaine Automotive Group in Michigan

Family

Honoring the Legacy and Everlasting Impact of our Matriarch, Maureen LaFontaine

October 30, 2019 by Max Muncey

With deep sadness, LaFontaine Automotive Group announces the passing of Maureen LaFontaine, age 73, co-founder of the Group. A celebration of her life will be held at the LaFontaine Cadillac, Buick, GMC dealership, 4000 Highland Road, in Highland, Michigan on Saturday, November 2, 2019. Visitation … [Read more...] about Honoring the Legacy and Everlasting Impact of our Matriarch, Maureen LaFontaine

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

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

SPoOkTaCuLaR Family Fun Nights Begin at LaFontaine Automotive Group

September 30, 2019 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

Prepare for some fun, SpOoKy, eventful, family-fun evenings at your local LaFontaine Automotive retail locations! To continue our annual tradition of providing the BEST Trunk-Or-Treat Halloween celebrations within our communities, we would like to announce what this October has in store for you and … [Read more...] about SPoOkTaCuLaR Family Fun Nights Begin at LaFontaine Automotive Group

Filed Under: Community News, Family Tagged With: birch run, Dearborn, Family Fun Fest, Halloween, lansing, trunk or treat

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

Family Deal: Choosing the Best Car for your Teenage Driver

August 21, 2019 by Max Muncey

With kids heading back to school, it may be time to research a new set of wheels to make sure they have reliable and safe transportation. With a selection of nearly 6,000 new and pre-owned vehicles, LaFontaine Automotive Group has the selection and knowledge to help you make the right decision for … [Read more...] about Family Deal: Choosing the Best Car for your Teenage Driver

Filed Under: Buick, Cars, Chevrolet, Family, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Lifestyle, Toyota, Volkswagen

LaFontaine Automotive Group Announces Grand Opening of its Flagship Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Dealership in Fenton

June 14, 2019 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

FENTON, Michigan – Thursday, June 13 – LaFontaine Automotive Group yesterday held the grand opening of its new Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM dealership located at 16555 Silver Pkwy., in Fenton, Michigan. “I couldn’t be happier to have our flagship CDJR dealership located in my hometown of Fenton … [Read more...] about LaFontaine Automotive Group Announces Grand Opening of its Flagship Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM Dealership in Fenton

Filed Under: Chrysler, Community News, Dodge, Family, Jeep, Ram Tagged With: Community News, Fenton, LaFontaine CDJR of Fenton, LaFontaine Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Fenton

Toyota, Subaru rate highest in child restraint hardware ease of use, IIHS says

June 6, 2019 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

Toyota Motor Corp. and Subaru Corp. are leading the way in making child restraints more accessible in their vehicles, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety said in a report Thursday. “Child safety is extremely important and certainly plays a role when researching the right vehicle for … [Read more...] about Toyota, Subaru rate highest in child restraint hardware ease of use, IIHS says

Filed Under: Cars, Family, Lifestyle, Subaru, Toyota Tagged With: Child Restraint Hardware, Lafontaine, LATCH, Lower Anchor and Tethers for Children, Ryan LaFontaine, Subaru Corp.

LaFontaine Brings Awareness and Support to Sparrow Foundation’s Dapper Dads 2019

March 26, 2019 by Max Muncey

Now in its 10th year, the Sparrow Foundation Dapper Dads Challenge & Fashion Show has raised more than $4.1 million in support of the physical and psychological health of women in mid-Michigan. Every year, local community leaders and professionals, who are passionate about supporting women's … [Read more...] about LaFontaine Brings Awareness and Support to Sparrow Foundation’s Dapper Dads 2019

Filed Under: Community News, Contests, Family, Philanthropy Tagged With: LaFontaine Automotive Group, lansing, Ryan LaFontaine

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

Hartland’s Emagine Cinema Opens … Grab Your Popcorn, Snacks and Snap a Selfie with a Cadillac!

December 14, 2018 by Samantha Medici

Just in time for the holiday season, the Emagine cinema in Hartland Township opens on Saturday, December 15. The 55,000-square foot venue will feature luxurious amenities, 1,140 seats in ten state-of-the-art auditoriums including a screening room, and an EMAX premium large format … [Read more...] about Hartland’s Emagine Cinema Opens … Grab Your Popcorn, Snacks and Snap a Selfie with a Cadillac!

Filed Under: Community News, Family Tagged With: Cadillac, Emagine, Holiday Season, Lafontaine, LaFontaine Automotive Group, XT4

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