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The Family Deal Blog

Official Blog of the LaFontaine Automotive Group in Michigan

North American International Auto Show

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

October 2, 2015 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

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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

Filed Under: Cadillac, Cars, Chevrolet, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Jeep, Kia, Nissan, Toyota, Volvo Tagged With: North American Car of the Year, North American International Auto Show, North American Truck of the Year

Taco Tuesday: 2016 Toyota Tacoma is a Tasty Truck Treat

February 10, 2015 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

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Some things in life are worth waiting for, and to me, the 2016 Toyota Tacoma is one of them. With the chance to see it unveiled live at the Detroit Auto Show, I was defiantly impressed. Like a warm soft-taco shell, the Tacoma's sleek new sheet metal lends the truck a stylish profile that's loaded … [Read more...] about Taco Tuesday: 2016 Toyota Tacoma is a Tasty Truck Treat

Filed Under: Cars, Reviews, Toyota Tagged With: 2016 Toyota Tacoma, Detroit Auto Show, NAIAS, North American International Auto Show, Tacoma, Toyota

V for Vroom? 2016 Cadillac CTS-V Debuts at Detroit Auto Show

January 26, 2015 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

2016 Cadillac CTS-V Front Grill

When the North American International Auto Show (aka The Detroit Auto Show) rolls into town each January, it's an exciting time for all of us on the FamilyDealBlog.com team. I mean who wouldn't love the chance to walk countless miles in uncomfortable shoes while shooting videos and writing … [Read more...] about V for Vroom? 2016 Cadillac CTS-V Debuts at Detroit Auto Show

Filed Under: Cadillac, Cars Tagged With: 2016 Cadillac CTS-V, Cadillac, CTS-V, Dave Leone, Detroit Auto Show, Johan de Nysschen, North American International Auto Show, V Series

Rebel Assault: New Ram 1500 Rocks Detroit Auto Show

January 20, 2015 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

Truck Wars: Rebel Assault

The Truck Wars have been well underway for the past few years and there are no signs of the battle ending any time soon. With ever evolving offerings from Chevrolet, Ford, GMC, Nissan, Ram and Toyota, the vehicles in the highly competitive pickup truck market are constantly slugging it out for … [Read more...] about Rebel Assault: New Ram 1500 Rocks Detroit Auto Show

Filed Under: Cars, Ram, Reviews Tagged With: 2015 Ram 1500 Rebel, Detroit Auto Show, Jason Stum, Mike Cairns, NAIAS, North American International Auto Show, Ram Rebel, Ram Trucks

It’s Not a Secret Any More: 2015 Subaru WRX STI

May 14, 2014 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

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I'm going to let you in on a little secret... Right around the time our digital marketing team was getting ready to cover the 2014 North American International Auto Show, I began to hear whispers that maybe (just maybe) we'd adding a Subaru franchise to our family of dealerships in the near … [Read more...] about It’s Not a Secret Any More: 2015 Subaru WRX STI

Filed Under: Reviews, Subaru Tagged With: 2015 Subaru WRX STI, Detroit Auto Show, LaFontaine Automotive Group, LaFontaine Subaru, NAIAS, North American International Auto Show, Subaru

The 2015 Volkswagen Golf R Hatchback

March 3, 2014 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

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The 2015 Volkswagen Golf R is the epitome of a dynamic, sporty and elegant compact sedan. The all new model was showcased at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. It comes with a refined light-weight and stronger frame with improved rigidity. Expert critics deemed it the most … [Read more...] about The 2015 Volkswagen Golf R Hatchback

Filed Under: Reviews, Volkswagen Tagged With: 2015 Volkswagen Golf R, 4motion, Compact Sedan, Golf R, Hatchbacks, LaFontaine Volkswagen, NAIAS, North American International Auto Show, Volkswagen, Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Golf R

Introducing the 2015 Honda Fit: Faster, Stronger, More Exciting

February 27, 2014 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

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Honda’s all-new 2015 Honda Fit was showcased at the 2014 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Honda’s engineers and designers successfully collaborated and came up with a subcompact model that won the audience’s attention by storm. So what’s new for the 2015 Fit? For the most … [Read more...] about Introducing the 2015 Honda Fit: Faster, Stronger, More Exciting

Filed Under: Honda, Reviews Tagged With: 2015 Honda Fit, Car Review, Honda, Honda Fit, Honda Fit Performance, LaFontaine Honda, North American International Auto Show, Subcompact Cars

Chevrolet Sweeps North American Car and Truck of the Year Awards

February 10, 2014 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

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Memories of the North American International Auto Show are still fresh with us (and they were pretty darn great!). Now that the pizzazz of the concepts and the pristine wonder of the new vehicles have come and gone, it's time for the accolades; or as we should call it, the Chevrolet Praise … [Read more...] about Chevrolet Sweeps North American Car and Truck of the Year Awards

Filed Under: Chevrolet, Company Awards Tagged With: 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, 2014 Chevrolet Silverado, LaFontaine Chevrolet, North American Car of the Year, North American International Auto Show, North American Truck of the Year

Sedaneus Maximus: What I Learned From Nissan’s Sport Sedan Concept

January 30, 2014 by LaFontaine Automotive Group

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Well, the thrill and spectacle of the North American International Auto Show has come and gone and boy, did they deliver! From the concept cars, to the various paths that automotive companies are trekking for the future, to the roasted almonds (I had about three bags), everything about the Auto … [Read more...] about Sedaneus Maximus: What I Learned From Nissan’s Sport Sedan Concept

Filed Under: Nissan Tagged With: Concept, Concept Car, Concept Cars, Detroit Auto Show, LaFontaine NIssan, NAIAS, Nissan, Nissan Sport Sedan Concept, North American International Auto Show, Sedans, Sport Sedans

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