Safe Boating Tips for The Fourth of July

BRIGHTON Mich., - The Fourth of July can be a great opportunity to go out on the boat and have some fun, but there are a few facts that you as a boater should be aware of before getting too relaxed.

The American Boating Association says that the top contributor of fatalities while boating is BWI (Boating While Intoxicated).   Even one or two beers can increase your chances of having a boating accident by 10.  It’s best not to take a chance this Fourth of July by putting yours and others’ safety at risk, so you should know some of the basic boating safety tips: Operate at a safe speed, always wear a life jacket (even an Olympic swimmer could be saved by a life vest in the event of a boating accident), avoid alcohol, don’t take unnecessary risks and tell someone where you will be.  Things you’ll want to bring with you on the boat are plenty of water, sunscreen (don’t be afraid to reapply often, it doesn’t last forever), hand sanitizer, snacks and even insect repellent. 

Spending time in the sun and going out on the boat for a day is an excellent way to unwind on a national holiday such as this but at the end of the day safety for yourself as well as friends and family is still number one.  Have fun but be smart and be safe!

Brighton Ford is located at 8240 Grand River Ave. just north of I-96 in Brighton. We are a family owned and operated business that strives on customer satisfaction. Brighton Ford proudly serves the Brighton Ford dealership needs, Howell Ford dealership needs, Fowlerville Ford dealership needs, South Lyon Ford dealership needs, Whitmore Lake Ford dealership needs and Ann Arbor Ford dealership needs. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800)-836-8206.

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Fourth of July Grilling Tips & Recipes

BRIGHTON Mich., - When people hear that the Fourth of July is coming up they immediately picture fireworks, but most people can agree that fireworks are nothing without a full stomach after a delicious summer barbeque.  Grilling can be a fun way to bring people together but it is also an art and can be improved with easy tips.

Kingsford suggests that applying a non-stick cooking spray or vegetable oil is a great way to prevent the grill from latching onto your prized chicken and devouring it when it’s ripped into several pieces as you try to free it from the sticky grill surface.  Another useful tip is to only apply sauces to your meat that contain brown sugar, molasses or honey in the last ten minutes of grilling, otherwise the sauce will burn and this will cause your demotion from expert griller to mere expert eater next Fourth of July.   An extremely useful tip that many people may not know is that direct grilling is best used only for meats that will take under 30 minutes (steak, chicken, hamburgers, hotdogs, etc.), whereas indirect grilling is for meats which can only be cooked in over 30 minutes (ribs, whole turkeys, briskets and bone-in chicken). 

 Check out this recipe for savory garlic marinated steaks on our pinterest as well as these top 10 grilled vegetable recipes that can help you maintain your status as the impressive expert griller that you already are! 

 

Brighton Ford is located at 8240 Grand River Ave. just north of I-96 in Brighton. We are a family owned and operated business that strives on customer satisfaction. Brighton Ford proudly serves the Brighton Ford dealership needs, Howell Ford dealership needs, Fowlerville Ford dealership needs, South Lyon Ford dealership needs, Whitmore Lake Ford dealership needs and Ann Arbor Ford dealership needs. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800)-836-8206.

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New Michigan Fireworks Law 2012

BRIGHTON Mich., June 29, 2012 – This Fourth of July will be a wonderful time to relax, spend time with family and set off the now legal fireworks that everyone has been itching to buy.  The previously illegal aerial spinners, roman candles, bottle rockets, firecrackers and more are now 100% legal as long as you follow the State of Michigan’s guidelines and the ordinances put forth by your own city as well.  Here are some general regulations that you should be aware of:

  

-People under the age of 18 may not use aerial fireworks

-They must be 30 feet from any residential building, garage or open flame when lit

- Fireworks may only be set off on the day before, the day after and the day of a holiday

-City noise ordinances pertaining to fireworks will not be in effect within the holiday timeframes.

According to the Daily Press & Argus, Brighton is currently evaluating its regulations on fireworks in the hopes that we can prevent noise pollution issues as well as promote safety in our community.  There are many injuries that are linked to fireworks, so here are a few tips from the American Pyrotechnics Association on how to stay safe this Wednesday: 

-Keep water near by in case the fireworks get out of hand

-When lighting them wear protective lenses

-Only have one firework lit at once and do not combine them

-Do not re-light them

-Do not place them in glass or metal containers when shooting them off

and last but not least, read the instructions on the label!

Have a safe and fun holiday!

Brighton Ford is located at 8240 Grand River Ave. just north of I-96 in Brighton. We are a family owned and operated business that strives on customer satisfaction. Brighton Ford proudly serves the Brighton Ford dealership needs, Howell Ford dealership needs, Fowlerville Ford dealership needs, South Lyon Ford dealership needs, Whitmore Lake Ford dealership needs and Ann Arbor Ford dealership needs. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800)-836-8206.

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2012 Ford Fiesta a la mode

With the release of the new 2012 Ford Fiesta, Ford Motor Company did more than just produce another reliable and safe vehicle.  In the second year of production they packed the car with style and substance.  According to U.S. News, the 2012 Ford Fiesta ranked 2^nd on the list of affordable small cars.  This is thanks to its ability to offer an impressive 40 hwy mpg while maintaining suitable driving dynamics, a cozy interior, and competitive interior tech for its class.

But what really touts this car’s horn is its remarkable stylistic appearance that offers owners more customizable options to express themselves.  To some their car may simply be a vehicle that transports them from point A to point B.  But to some of us others, we take this situation more seriously. To us, our car is a representation of who we are, an expression of our personal style.  That’s where the 2012 Ford Fiesta comes in. With all of the new customizable options, if you want to make a personal style statement to all those other wheels on the road, then this is a match made in heaven. The new 2012 Ford Fiesta struts its stuff in exciting statement colors that are complimented by the two new interior packages which add coordinating pops of color in the two-tone seats, center stack, steering wheel, and door trim inserts.  Owners can choose from Oxford White or vibrant Race Red.

Ford has also pulled some inspiration from some of their European vehicles, which encouraged them to offer a new premium sport appearance package that fashions the Fiesta into a cooler more race-like version of itself.  With this package, the Fiesta will boast black mirrors, grille, headlight surrounds and rear hatch spoiler that exude confident style. To top it all off, any model equipped with a manual transmission will be dressed with 16-inch polished alloy wheels and not to mention a shorter final drive ratio to improve acceleration.

So if you’re looking to downsize without feeling like you’re downgrading or having to sacrifice your personal expression check out our Ford Fiesta Inventory and let us know right away if you have any questions. We would be more than happy to assist you.

Brighton Ford is located at 8240 Grand River Ave. just north of I-96 in Brighton. We are a family owned and operated business that strives on customer satisfaction. Brighton Ford proudly serves the Brighton Ford dealership needs, Howell Ford dealership needs, Fowlerville Ford dealership needs, South Lyon Ford dealership needs, Whitmore Lake Ford dealership needs and Ann Arbor Ford dealership needs. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800)-836-8206.

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Safe Teen Driving on The 4th of July

BRIGHTON, Mich. – The 4^th of July is right around the corner and many people are getting ready to head up north, or to a parade, campground, lake, or fireworks show to enjoy the celebrations. While the 4^th of July is a day meant to be a day to celebrate the birth of our country, it is also the worst day for traffic fatalities according to the IIHS. In fact, it's the deadliest day on average for America's teens. We wanted to take a moment to remind parents to talk to their teens about safe Teen Driving. Even though it may appear that your teen doesn’t want to hear your lecture, they will listen.

Remind your teen about texting-and driving – I’m sure you have told your kids over and over again not to text and drive but remind them again to drive the point home. If you are concerned that your teen is texting and driving there are apps like Phone Guard that prevent cell phone use while in a moving vehicle.

Remind your teen about other driving distractions – Eating, putting on makeup, and other teens in the car can be very distracting to teen and adult drivers alike. If munching on some snacks or putting on mascara are high-priority items then pull over to then park somewhere safe and resume driving when you’re done.

Remind your teen about good driving habits – It is important to emphasize good driving habits like using your turn signal when switching lanes, not only is it important for safe teen driving but it’s the law and you can get a ticket for not using your signals. Remember to check your mirrors before switching lanes too!

Remind your teen about the importance of designated drivers – I know teens shouldn’t be consuming alcohol in the first place and we DO NOT encourage underage drinking in any way, shape or form. That being said, many teens do drink and for the safety of those teens and everyone else on the road please please please DON’T drive! Always appoint a trustworthy sober driver. This is also a reminder for adults too! Watch for intoxicated drivers as well. Just because you made the right decision doesn’t mean everyone else will. Report drunk drivers to the proper authorities.

If you're going to drink stay where you are or appoint a sober driver. You can't afford to risk it!

Remind your teen about the importance of alert driving – drowsiness is the second cause of driving fatalities behind drinking and driving. Lots of people will be up late hanging out around the campfire roasting marshmallows and sharing stories until the wee hours of the morning. Make sue you get plenty of sleep before hitting the road home. Take a nap if you need to. If you start feeling drowsy while your driving, pull over, get some rest, and resume your trip when you are feeling awake and alert.

That’s the end of my worried mother speech. From all of us at Brighton Ford, I hope you have a wonderful Independence Day celebration!

Brighton Ford is located at 8240 Grand River Ave. just north of I-96 in Brighton. We are a family owned and operated business that strives on customer satisfaction. Brighton Ford proudly serves the Brighton Ford dealership needs, Howell Ford dealership needs, Fowlerville Ford dealership needs, South Lyon Ford dealership needs, Whitmore Lake Ford dealership needs and Ann Arbor Ford dealership needs. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800)-836-8206.

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Fashion FORD-ward

BRIGHTON, Mich.- When you think of automobiles, fashion is probably not the first thing that comes to mind.  However, Ford has changed the game by incorporating fashion into their vehicles in a way that most people might not recognize: through sustainable and global design convergence.  Sustainable fashion is a major trend emerging from the global initiative to “go green” meaning that when a product is created major consideration is taken in relation to the environmental and social impact it may have throughout the entire product lifecycle.

Did you know that the new Ford Focus Electric is composed of 100% sustainable materials! On top of that, Ford is the first automobile manufacturer to have achieved 35% recycled content in its interiors. To achieve this increased sustainability in their vehicles, Ford utilizes post-consumer recycled materials by converting recycled yarn into fabric for thinner lighter seats, upcycling nylon carpet into cyclinder head covers, and incorporating two pairs of recycled jeans into each car to absorb sound.

The auto manufacturer has also taken some inspiration from an iconic garment worn in Hispanic cultures called the guayabera, which features sustainable materials like natural linen while maintaining impeccable craftsmanship in the high quality stitching and pleating details.  Ford’s interior designer, Anthony Prozzi’s experience as a former fashion designer for Donna Karan is proving that Ford and fashion for hand in hand especially with the new 2013 Ford Fusion. “The thought that goes into designing a new vehicle is extensive and it’s very similar in many ways to the creative process fashion designers follow when they’re creating clothing,” says Prozzi.  Both the guayabera and Ford’s focus on high-end materials and attention to detail allow them to uphold their stylistic appeal and ability to turn heads on the street while reducing their impact on the environment, a prime example of today’s global design convergence.

Here at Brighton Ford we are always trying to look our best when we’re seen in our Ford. If you want to see what styles make us swoon head over to our Pinterest to check out our A Bit of Fashion board.

If you have any questions about our Ford Focus Inventory or the new 2013 Ford Fusion, please contact us right away. We would be more than happy to assist you.

Brighton Ford is located at 8240 Grand River Ave. just north of I-96 in Brighton. We are a family owned and operated business that strives on customer satisfaction. Brighton Ford proudly serves the Brighton Ford dealership needs, Howell Ford dealership needs, Fowlerville Ford dealership needs, South Lyon Ford dealership needs, Whitmore Lake Ford dealership needs and Ann Arbor Ford dealership needs. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800)-836-8206.

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Ford Credit for Your Next New or Used Vehicle

When financing your new or used car purchase Brighton Ford has many options and resources available, one of them is Ford Credit. There are many reasons to consider Ford Credit, not the least of which one is Brighton Ford's and Ford Credit's direct connection to The Ford Motor Company. Ford Credit has written the book on automotive financing, and works directly with the Ford Motor Company to create programs and incentives that benefit our customers the most.

Ford Credit is More Than Just Financing

In addition to financing, Ford Credit provides the most up-to-date information about your new Ford vehicle. They create special offers and incentives, and provide pre-approval for your next Ford purchase or lease.

Ford Credit also provides financing for products that protect your vehicle and your investment? They offer a series of maintenance programs that can save you money. Ford Credit has programs that can protect you against excess wear and tear at lease-end, helping you avoid additional charges, if you choose to lease. None of this, of course, is available from banks and other lenders.

Ford Motor Credit - More Ways to Manage Your Account

With Ford Credit you can pay your bill, set up automatic payments, edit your profile and much, much more, anytime, 24/7. And we offer the convenience of doing it all online from your computer or your mobile device.



If you have any questions about financing your next new or used vehicle, please contact us right away. We would be more than happy to assist you. You can also visit our safe, secure online credit application to get started right away.


Brighton Ford is located at 8240 Grand River Ave. just north of I-96 in Brighton. We are a family owned and operated business that strives on customer satisfaction. Brighton Ford proudly serves the Brighton Ford dealership needs, Howell Ford dealership needs, Fowlerville Ford dealership needs, South Lyon Ford dealership needs, Whitmore Lake Ford dealership needs and Ann Arbor Ford dealership needs. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800)-836-8206.

2013 Ford Taurus Brochure from Brighton Ford

Download a 2013 Ford Taurus Brochure

BRIGHTON, Mich. – The Ford Taurus is Ford's flagship that offers full-size car interior dimensions, luxury car interior quietness, a top safety rating as well as advanced technology, to give it's owners confidence on the road.

The front-wheel or all-wheel drive Taurus is powered by a 290-hp 3.5-liter direct injection V6 engine and six-speed automatic transmission with SelectShift manual gear control. A 237-hp 2.0-liter EcoBoost turbo four-cylinder engine is optional on front-wheel drive models as well. The high performance SHO is powered by a twin-turbo version of the 3.5-liter V6, it produces 365-hp and channels that through standard all-wheel drive and a paddle-shifted six-speed automatic transmission. Standard safety features include electronic stability and traction control, four-wheel anti-lock brakes, six airbags, ignition disable and post-crash SOS alert. There are many kinds of technology features available such as Cross Traffic Alert, Collision Warning, active park assistance, MyKey parental features, SYNC, capless refueling, touch-pad keyless entry, adaptive cruise control, blind spot detection, rain-sensing wipers and intelligent keyless entry.

For 2013, the Taurus gets a mid-life freshening, adding a 2.0-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder engine, as well as an updated and more powerful V6. On the outside, new front and rear fascias, headlights, LED taillights, exhaust and wheels give the Taurus an enhanced look.

If you have any questions about the new 2013 Ford Taurus inventory, please contact us right away. We would be more than happy to assist you.

Brighton Ford is located at 8240 Grand River Ave. just north of I-96 in Brighton. We are a family owned and operated business that strives on customer satisfaction. Brighton Ford proudly serves the Brighton Ford dealership needs, Howell Ford dealership needs, Fowlerville Ford dealership needs, South Lyon Ford dealership needs, Whitmore Lake Ford dealership needs and Ann Arbor Ford dealership needs. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800)-836-8206.

2013 Ford Flex Brochure from Brighton Ford

Download a 2013 Ford Flex Brochure

BRIGHTON, Mich. – The Ford Flex is a full-size family vehicle that features three-rows of seating, bold styling and is highly functional. The Flex competes directly in the popular crossover segment.

The front-wheel or all-wheel drive Flex is powered by a 285-hp 3.5-liter Ti-VCT V6 engine. Available on the all-wheel drive Limited only is the 355-hp 3.5-liter twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 engine. Both engines are mated to a six-speed automatic transmission with SelectShift. Available features include a Multi-Panel Vista Roof, interior refrigerator, and capless fueling. Standard safety features include four-wheel disc brakes with anti-lock brakes, electronic stability and roll control, six airbags, and a tire pressure monitor.

For 2013, the Flex has been refreshed inside and out, new front and rear fascias as well as a new grille update the exterior, while new seat and IP trim changes the inside. SYNC is now standard on all trims, and MyFord Touch is standard on SEL and Limited trims. Also, inflatable rear seatbelts are now on the option list.

If you have any questions about the new 2013 Ford Flex inventory, please contact us right away. We would be more than happy to assist you.

Brighton Ford is located at 8240 Grand River Ave. just north of I-96 in Brighton. We are a family owned and operated business that strives on customer satisfaction. Brighton Ford proudly serves the Brighton Ford dealership needs, Howell Ford dealership needs, Fowlerville Ford dealership needs, South Lyon Ford dealership needs, Whitmore Lake Ford dealership needs and Ann Arbor Ford dealership needs. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800)-836-8206.

2013 Ford Escape Brochure from Brighton Ford

Download a 2013 Ford Escape Brochure

BRIGHTON, Mich. – The Ford Escape is a mid-size sport-utility vehicle, which now incorporates the latest technology and style; setting a new standard in the SUV category. Completely redesigned for 2013 the Escape features an athletic looking exterior, with a much improved interior.

The five-passenger Escape is available in S, SE, SEL, and Titanium trims, in either front or four-wheel drive. Engine choices start with the 168-hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder. Also, a 173-hp 1.6-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder engine is available. For even more power a 237-hp 2.0-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder engine is offered. All variations are paired with a six-speed select-shift automatic transmission. Impressive features offered on the Escape include a Panoramic Vista Roof, satellite radio, SYNC, MyFord Touch, a trailer towing package, heated leather seating, navigation system, auto park with cross traffic alert, Sony audio, MyKey, and an industry first hands-free power liftgate. Standard safety features include seven-airbags with drive knee airbag, passive anti-theft system, AdvanceTrac stability control with anti-rollover technology, four-wheel disc brakes, and tire pressure monitoring.

The Ford Escape is all-new for 2013.

If you have any questions about the new 2013 Ford Escape inventory, please contact us right away. We would be more than happy to assist you.

Brighton Ford is located at 8240 Grand River Ave. just north of I-96 in Brighton. We are a family owned and operated business that strives on customer satisfaction. Brighton Ford proudly serves the Brighton Ford dealership needs, Howell Ford dealership needs, Fowlerville Ford dealership needs, South Lyon Ford dealership needs, Whitmore Lake Ford dealership needs and Ann Arbor Ford dealership needs. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800)-836-8206.