Ford Vehicles Named Best Cars For The Money By U.S. News

BRIGHTON, Mich.- Recently, U.S. News & World Report released its yearly awards of Best Cars For The Money. The annual list is made up of 21 categories that name cars from compact, hybrid, upscale, small, and SUV as Best Cars For The Money. Based on automotive press reviews, safety data, reliability, the average price of the car, and cost of ownership, U.S. News & World Report chooses the winner of each category.

Your Brighton Area Ford Dealership is excited to announced that this year, Ford Motor Company has been awarded more great cars for the money than any other automaker! U.S. News & World Report awarded SIX Ford vehicles as Best Cars For The Money!

Ford Vehicles Named Best Cars For The Money By U.S. News
-Compact Car: Ford Focus
-Midsize Car: Ford Fusion
-Large Car: Ford Taurus
-Hybrid Car: Ford Fusion Hybrid
-Compact SUV: Ford Escape
-Midsize SUV with Two Rows: Ford Edge

Brighton Ford is proud to be able to provide our local drivers with Ford's Award Winning Best Cars For The Money. For more information on all of Ford's vehicle offerings, stop by Brighton Ford, 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. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800)-836-8206.

Follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Google+

2015 Ford F-150 Spy Shots

BRIGHTON, Mich.- When the Ford Atlas concept truck debuted at the Detroit Auto Show, it was rumored that it may be the next generation Ford F-150. Well, it's difficult to tell if it the Atlas, but what appears to be the 2015 Ford F-150 was spotted while out testing! These 2015 Ford F-150 Spy Shots don't reveal everything, but we can see a few notable details.

The next generation F-150 is likely in early development, but we can see in the spy shots that it retains the chrome Gillette-style front grille that is present on the current F-150. What's shocking in these photos is that there are only five-lug wheel hubs, as opposed to the six or seven-lug hubs on the current F-150. This means that this could actually be a prototype for a Ford F-100 or a lighter duty pickup truck since trucks with higher payload ratings have more wheel lugs.

In addition, the 2015 Ford F-150 will be 700 pounds lighter thanks to advanced metals, which will improve fuel economy and offer the option for a smaller engine. The tiny split exhaust tips suggest even further the possibility for a smaller engine since the current Ford trucks have larger exhausts. Significant improvements in aerodynamics will also improve gas mileage.

Stay tuned as the next generation Ford F-150 develops and we receive more information on what to expect for the 2015 model. Until then, check out the 2013 Ford F-150 Brochure and keep in mind that you can save money with our Ford F-150 Rebates. 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. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800)-836-8206.

Follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Google+

Ford Reduces Vehicle Waste By 40%

BRIGHTON, Mich.- Ford Motor Company has recently implemented a 5 year global waste reduction strategy to as part of their efforts to build a world class manufacturing system. Part of that plan includes a massive decrease in waste from the production process that would normally be sent to the landfill. By 2016, Ford will Reduce Vehicle Waste By 40%. Meaning just 13.4 lbs. of waste per vehicle will be sent to a landfill!

This is a drastic reduction is waste from production, but it's not the only thing Ford plans on during to reduce waste. The automaker's global waste reduction strategy will affect all areas of business, from working with global suppliers to using more eco-friendly packaging. Specifically, Ford plans to reduce waste by focusing on prevention, minimization, reuse, and recycling of waste whenever possible in order to establish more zero waste-to-landfill facilities globally and reduce the company's environmental impact.

Ford Motor Company's Van Dyke Transmission Plant has become an example, as the automaker's first North American zero waste-to-landfill plant. The Van Dyke Plant now diverts a whopping 15 tons of waste from being dumped in a landfill each month! And that's just one plant. Not to mention, last year Ford generated $225 million in revenue just by recycling 568,000 tons of scrap metal from the United States and Canada.

Just another reason why we're proud to sell New Ford Cars in Brighton, MI! You can now feel even better about buying a Ford vehicle knowing that the your vehicle was produced with the environment in mind! Don't forget to check out our Ford Fiesta Rebates! 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. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800)-836-8206.

Follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Google+

How To Save Fuel In The Winter

BRIGHTON, Mich.- With gas prices that seem like they continue to climb higher and higher, we're always looking for ways to save money on fuel and improve our fuel efficiency. Did you know that there are a few things that you can do specifically in the winter to make your tank of gas last a little longer? Keep these helpful, and simple, tips in mind when wondering How To Save Fuel In The Winter.

In addition to things you should do year-round like combining errands to avoid making a bunch of shorter trips and turning off your car rather than idling if you expect to be waiting more than 10 seconds, there are a few ways that you can improve fuel efficiency during the winter months.

First, you can get rid of the extra weight in your trunk. While you may carry extra weight to give you more traction, it also reduces your fuel efficiency, so lighten the load! Remember to always remove snow and ice from your vehicle, as that adds weight too.

Second, you can remember to be aware of resistance on the road. Even the lightest dusting of snow can create resistance for your vehicle and lower your fuel economy. So, try to wait until the roads have been plowed, or follow in the tracks that have been created by another vehicle.

Lastly, make sure to park your car in the garage in the winter if possible. This will keep your vehicle at a warmer temperature while not in use, and won't take as much energy to warm up. And in regards to letting your vehicle "warm-up" before you drive it, it only takes 30 seconds to warm the engine sufficiently, so don't waste fuel by turning on your car 10 minutes before you leave the house!

So, during the next frigid day or snow storm, don't forget these tips for How To Save Fuel In The Winter and you'll make your take of gas last a little bit longer! If you need a new vehicle to get you through the winter, check out our Ford Explorer Rebates or 2013 Ford Expedition Brochure! 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. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800)-836-8206.

Follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Google+

Ford Adds 450 New Jobs, Investing $200 million

BRIGHTON, Mich.- With the increasing demand for vehicles like the Ford Fusion and Escape, Ford's production of the 2.0-Liter EcoBoost is maxed out. Which means, it's time to grow with the demand, and that's exactly what Ford Motor Company is doing. The 2.0-Liter EcoBoost engine which is currently produced in Spain, will move production to the United States. Ford is investing $200 million in its Cleveland Engine Plant and adding 450 workers!

Cleveland Engine Plant No. 1 is adding a third shift to meet demand for the EcoBoost engine in both Ford cars and trucks. Some of the 450 new positions will be filled by employees transferring from Cleveland Engine Plant No. 2 and the rest will be filled by new hires. Ford investing $200 million and adding 450 new jobs puts the automaker halfway to their goal of adding 12,000 hourly workers in the United States by 2015.

To experience what all of the interest is about, come to your Brighton Area Ford Dealership to test drive a Ford vehicle with an EcoBoost engine like the 2013 Ford F-150 or the 2013 Ford Fusion. And remember, when purchasing a new vehicle, we can always help you finance with Auto Loans. 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. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800)-836-8206.

Follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Google+

Ford Fiesta Movement

BRIGHTON, Mich.- Do you remember when the first small hatchback Ford Fiesta came to the United States back in 2009? Well, to build excitement for its release, Ford Motor Company put together the originial "Fiesta Movement" campaign. Fast-forward to today, and Ford bringing back the Fiesta Movement: A Social Remix, for the release of the newest 2014 Ford Fiesta. Word spread this week that Ford announced they would be providing bloggers, tweeters, and other social media enthusiasts with a 2014 Fiesta for 6 months for them to blog, tweet, pin, post, and share their experience with the vehicle!

Some of the same people who participated in the original Ford Fiesta Movement will participate again this time, but Ford will also select an additional 100 individuals to drive a brand new Ford Fiesta for 6 Months with gas, parking, and insurance expenses paid for by the automaker during that time! All the winners have to do is produce social media content on their profiles that Ford can also use in more traditional advertising material like television and print ads.

If the Ford Fiesta Movement has caught your attention and you want to drive a 2014 Ford Fiesta FREE for 6 months, get your application in soon! Selected individuals will begin to receive their cars beginning in April or May! If you want to make a Ford Fiesta your car for life (or at least longer than 6 months) then check out the 2013 Ford Fiesta Brochure and find out how you can save with our Ford Fiesta Rebates, Ford Fiesta A Plan Pricing, and Ford Fiesta X Plan Pricing. 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. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800)-836-8206.

Follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Google+

2013 NASCAR Ford Fusion Stock Car

BRIGHTON, Mich.- The Daytona 500 in Florida is just a few days away, and this year we will have a little more to look at when it comes to the stock cars. Instead of all of the NASCAR stock cars looking pretty much the same, the Gen 6 cars at the Daytona 500 will take a lesson from the past and look more like spiced up versions of the vehicles you actually see in dealer showrooms!

The 2013 NASCAR Ford Fusion Stock Car, the first race car actually designed by Ford engineers since the 1960's, will make its racing debut this Sunday. During the Daytona 500, you notice that designers were able to put their own personal touch on 13 separate surfaces of the car's exterior, making the 2013 NASCAR Ford Fusion look more like a Ford Fusion. While the NASCAR Fusion will feature a front end and taillights that mirror the showroom model Ford Fusion, the automaker hopes that the aerodynamic design change doesn't cost them a win.

Tune in to the Daytona 500 this Sunday to see the 2013 NASCAR Ford Fusion Stock Car in action. Then come on in to your Brighton Area Ford Dealership to test drive your own NASCAR-inspired 2013 Ford Fusion! We can help you save with Ford Fusion Rebates too! 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. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800)-836-8206.


Follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Google+

Polar Plunge Weekend Downtown Brighton

BRIGHTON, Mich.- Downtown Brighton will be shivering this weekend! No, we aren't expecting unseasonably cold temperatures. This weekend is The Polar Plunge at Leith Lake behind Brighton High School to benefit the Special Olympics, and Downtown Brighton businesses have banded together to help raise even more money!

The Polar Plunge takes place Saturday behind Brighton High School, but over 30 Brighton merchants have come together to extend the event throughout the weekend to try to raise additional funds. The festivities begin this Thursday with a Polar Bear Pub & Shop Crawl Downtown Brighton. Visit any participating store or restaurant to pick up a punch card and then receive punches for each purchase or donation made that night. After reaching five punches, drop off your card at Downtown Main Martini Bar & Grill to be entered into a drawing that will take place at 9 pm. Most of the participating stores and restaurants will feature their own small fundraiser as well.

The much anticipated Polar Plunge will take place on Saturday from 1pm-4pm at Leith Lake behind Brighton High School. And then the weekend will close with the 2nd Annual Polar Plunge Afterglow Fashion Show on Sunday at Downtown Main Martini Bar & Grill from 5pm-9pm. This year's show will include a DJ, silent auction, and will feature fashions from Ally's Boutique, Ally & Amy Accessories, Bink & Babs Boutique, The Brighton Tux Shop, Cooper & Binkley Jewelers, Elite Feet, Hush Intimate Apparel, Talula and The White Dress.

Last year, the week long fundraiser raised more than $9,000 for Special Olympics. This year, participating merchants aim to raise between $10,000 and $12,000 throughout the weekend. So come out to the Polar Plunge Weekend Downtown Brighton to help raise funds for Special Olympics, and have a good time doing it!

If you need some heated seats to help you warm up after the Polar Plunge, check out our 2013 Ford Expedition Brochure at your Brighton Area Ford Dealership! 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. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800)-836-8206.


Follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Google+

Leaked 2015 Ford Edge Image

BRIGHTON, Mich.- Some unexpected Ford vehicle news has made headlines after a member of the Blue Oval Forums discovered an unfamiliar image! In a Powerpoint presentation by Ford Motor Company for the Deutsche Bank Global Auto Industry Conference, an image of what looks to be a next generation Ford Edge has been either accidentally or purposely included in the presentation. Although the presentation occurred last month, the Leaked 2015 Ford Edge Image was not discovered until this week!

It's hard to see much since the image of the suspected 2015 Ford Edge is very small, but we can distinguish the significant changes to the vehicle's front and body style. The headlight shape appears to remain similar to the current 2013 Edge, but we see influence from the 2013 Ford Fusion in the fog light bezels and grille. We don't know if the image was placed in the presentation on purpose or on accident but the Leaked 2015 Ford Edge Image reveals that the crossover looks to be completely redesigned!

For full features and specifications on the current Edge, take a look into the 2013 Ford Edge Brochure and if you want to make it yours remember that we have Ford Edge Rebates to save you money! Your Brighton Area Ford Dealer 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. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800)-836-8206.


Follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Google+

Valentine's Day History & Fun Facts

BRIGHTON, Mich.- Tomorrow is the day, we will show our love and affection for that special someone most likely with some type of flowers, chocolates, candies, or gifts. Those who are not excited by Valentine's Day refer to February 14th as a "Hallmark Holiday", and although the card company does much business surrounding this holiday, they did not invent it. To get in the spirit of the lovely holiday tomorrow, entertain these Valentine's Day History & Fun Facts from your Brighton Area Ford Dealer!

Valentine's Day History & Fun Facts:
-Although the complete history of Valentine's Day remains a mystery, it is thought that its origins stem from either the Roman celebration of Lupercalia on February 15, or from the Christian St. Valentine that was executed on February 14 for secretly marrying couples.

-The first Valentine was sent by the Duke of Orleans in 1415 to his wife after being captured.

-The first box of Valentine's candy was given in the late 1800's.

-Valentine's Day is celebrated all over the world, including in the United States, Canada, Mexico, the United Kingdom, and Australia.

-Valentine's Day is the 2nd largest day for exchanging cards, just behind Christmas. Over 1 billion Valentine's Day cards are give in the United States each year.

-Of flower buyers on Valentine's Day, 73% are men and only 27% are women.

-Pets aren't excluded, 3% of owners will give a Valentine gift to their pet.

-Around 110 million roses, mainly red, are sold and delivered within a 3-day period surrounding Valentine's Day.

Happy Valentine's Day from Brighton Ford! Spread the love and show your Valentine's Day spirit tomorrow, February 14th! If you're feeling extra generous and want to gift your Valentine a New Ford Car, check out our 2013 Ford Focus Brochure or 2013 Ford F-150 Brochure! 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.  For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800)-836-8206.

Follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Google+