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The long wait is over for the 3.0 liter Powerstroke diesel 2018 F-150!  Brighton Ford has 6 new diesel F-150s in stock waiting for you.  The diesel engines get amazing gas mileage, run extremely quiet and provide you with the power you need to haul your boat, trailer and just about anything else you can think of.  250 horsepower and 440 lb-ft of torque make it best in its’ class!

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10 Tips for Road Tripping With an Infant

Road trips with an infant can be stressful, but they don’t have to be. Whether you’ll be on the road for five hours or five days, here are 10 tips to help your vacation go as smoothly as possible.

Tag Team
While one person is driving, have another sit in the back with the baby. Having that caretaker in the backseat can help address issues as they arise—preparing bottles, wiping snot or spit up, curing boredom with some old-fashioned “peek-a-boo”—which can help minimize stops and/or avoid total meltdowns.
It's an old trope, but "sleep when the baby sleeps" is solid advice during a road trip with kids. When the baby is sleeping, the person in the back should try to rest, too, so they can be refreshed enough to take over driving when the driver gets fatigued.

Manage Expectations
Any number of things can go wrong on a road trip—a flat tire, bad weather, food poisoning— but those hiccups become exponentially more stressful with a young (likely screaming) infant in tow. Accepting that going in, and having a sense of humor about the situation, can go a long way to help ease the tension. After all, the difference between a fiasco and an adventure can be as simple as your state of mind.
One way to make light of unpleasant situations is to make a game out of them. For example, put together Baby Road Trip BINGO cards where spaces are filled in with any and all potential disasters—think "blow out in the car seat" or tiny victories like "finished a whole podcast." That way, even bad situations are wins. 

Drive at Night
It’s a bit uncomfortable for the parents, but then again, so is a screaming child with no exit in sight. Driving at night means your baby will spend more time sleeping and less time awake and hungry/bored/needing changes. You’ll be able to drive for longer stretches without needing breaks.
A great way to maximize drive time is to time your departure so that it coincides with bedtime. Go through your whole routine (bath, pajamas, bedtime song—whatever your nightly ritual entails), but put the baby down to sleep in the car seat instead of the crib or bassinet. Drive as long as you're comfortable—or for as long as the baby is sleeping—but be sure to switch drivers, caffeinate and rest when needed to avoid driving drowsy.

Frequent Breaks
You might be able to go six hours without using the bathroom or needing to eat, but the baby likely can't. Plan for stops every 1 to 3 hours during the day and 3 to 6 hours at night to change diapers, stretch legs, eat and change sweaty or spit-up ridden clothes as needed.
To avoid unnecessary stops, make a checklist of items that you go through during every break so you don’t forget anything—think changing the baby’s diaper or clothes, using the restroom (for those not in diapers), and refreshing key supplies.

Skip the Scenic Route
While scenic overlooks and long stretches of open road might seem like the very things that make a road trip worthwhile, they can also make it difficult to find help or reprieve when you need it. Choose a route in advance that has frequent access to food, 24-hour gas stations, restrooms and service areas.
Even better, plot out some pit-stops in advance—including some potential hotels if you think you might need a real rest—so you can pull over when necessary.

Supplies Nearby
You might have a giant suitcase with everything you need to survive traveling with an infant for an extended period of time, but that's not what you want to be digging through at 65 mph while a baby is screaming in your ear, or while parked at a dodgy rest stop in the middle of the night.
Keep a kit within easy reach so you don’t have to unbuckle your seat belt to retrieve any critical items, and fill the bag with small amounts of necessities (you can always refill as you go). You could pack all of the below into a medium-sized backpack or tote bag:
o    A portable changing pad with two or three diapers
o    A packet of wipes
o    Pre-portioned bottles of formula or breast milk in a small cooler bag
o    Two or three small but versatile toys
o    Infant Tylenol or ibuprofen
o    A baby forehead thermometer
o    A small portable sound machine
o    An extra blanket
In addition to the baby kit, be sure there's one for the adults, too. That kit could include: relevant car-adaptable phone and tablet chargers, tablet or e-reader, high-protein/easy-to-eat snacks, sleep aids, sleep mask, a small pillow, earphones and earplugs.

Brush up on Baby Massage Techniques
Babies can get stiff and uncomfortable after sitting for hours in their seats, just like adults. Read up on some infant massage techniques that you can modify to use either while driving (if you’re on backseat duty) and during stops.
Gently massaging legs and feet, in particular, can often help calm a fussy baby long enough to get you to a good stopping place where they can stretch out their legs in earnest.

Sing Simple Camp Songs
When it comes to fussy infants stuck in car seats, you want to be prepared with a variety of tools at your disposal. Singing songs can often be more effective than the radio at helping to put a baby to sleep, calming them when they’re fussy and entertaining them when they’re bored.
Try to pick songs with simple melodies, but where verses can be added or improvised. Taking turns inventing new lyrics can help break up the monotony.

Take Precautions
With or without an infant, standard prep and safety precautions should be followed. Make sure a spare tire, car jack and tire iron are ready to go—or failing that, a can of fix-a-flat.
While packing the car, be sure not to obstruct the driver’s view, including in the rearview mirror. And always take steps to pull over to well-lit areas when stopping at night. 

Admit Defeat
If you’re tired, if you’re frustrated, if everyone in the car (including and especially your baby) can’t take another second on the road—stop. It’s okay.
Find a place to rest, and give yourself a few minutes or hours to regroup. Most hotelswill take bookings any time of day, and many provide cribs in the room upon request. Take a nap in a real bed, or freshen up with a hot shower and a meal at a real restaurant. Giving yourself and your baby a chance to reset can help make the rest of the ride go more smoothly. 

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Article compliments of Robyn Correll from tripsavvy.com

Custom Lifted 2018 Expedition Near South Lyon

Check out this one-of-a-kind custom 2018 Ford Expedition now available at Brighton Ford near South Lyon, MI. 

You’ll love all the customizations like this new Expedition’s:
3” Lift
Front LED Light Bar
LED Cowl Lights
35” KM3 Tires
20” Baja Wheels
Window Tinting
Black Chrome Wrap

Paired with its’ factory options like 4WD, 2 smart charging USB ports in 3rd row, chrome plated running boards, BLIS, Connectivity Package, FX4 Off-Road Package, heated steering wheel and seats and so much more!

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Every 2018 Ford Marked Down At Our Model Year End Sale

Now is truly the time to get into a new F-150, Escape, Fusion, Explorer and every other 2018 model for that matter!  We are making room for the 2019 models, so we are clearing out 2018 models by offering the best discounts of the year on 2018 models. 

Get 0% APR for up to 72 months on nearly every 2018 model and save thousands with these rebates:

-Up to $9,300 in rebates on 2018 F-150s

-Up to $7,500 in rebates on 2018 Explorers

-Up to $5,500 in rebates on 2018 Escapes

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2019 F-350 Lariat Review and Overview

The 2019 Ford Super Duty is an amazing truck and this F-350 Lariat is no exception.  It’s loaded to the gills with every option you can think of from heated and cooled seats to 4x4 drive to get you through all the mud and snow in Michigan! 

Here are some of the features of this 2019 Ford F-350 Lariat near Howell, MI:
   
-5th wheel and best-in-class gooseneck towing  
-Trailer tire pressure monitoring
-Trailer reverse guidance
-Adaptive steering
-Adaptive cruise control with collision warning
-6.7L Powerstroke Turbo Diesel 
-450 hp
-935 lb-ft of torque
-Boxlink
-LED box lighting
-Remote tailgate release
-Tailgate step
-SYNC 3
-FordPass
-High strength military grade aluminum-alloy body
-Fully boxed high-strength steel frame
-Class exclusive solid front axle
-Advancetrac with RSC and trailer sway control  

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September Is The Last Month To Get Out Of Your Ford Lease 3 Months Early

Looking to get out of your lease early and into a new Ford car, truck or SUV?  Early Bird Lease Pull Ahead is back at Brighton Ford!  Get out of your lease up to 3 months early and lease or purchase a new Ford vehicle.  This is a great offer for anyone who is over on miles for their lease, about to go over miles on their lease or anyone that would like to get into a new Ford and enjoy that new car smell.  Give us a call for details: 810-227-1171. 

Visit our massive Ford inventory online to view the new Ford Expedition, Escape, Fusion, Explorer, Escape, Edge and more. 

The September Ford lease deals at Brighton Ford are simply amazing, check them out here.

We serve Brighton, Howell, Fenton, South Lyon, New Hudson, Milford, Wixom, Ann Arbor, Hartland, Pinckney, Hamburg, Novi, Lansing, Michigan, Ohio and anywhere in between with our free delivery service.   

Save Big On Special Ford Demo Vehicles Near Howell

Looking to save big on a new Ford?  Brighton Ford has a special offer on our 2018 Ford demo vehicles.  The special demos are new Ford models with around 2,000 miles on them, which equals big savings for you!  Our demo vehicles have an additional rebate that can be combined with all Ford rebates and offers.  The extra rebate is from $1,500 - $2,500 depending on model.  Leases as low as $119/mo and save $11,000+ off of MSRP. So you can get a new F-150, Fusion Hybrid, Taurus, Explorer, Escape, Edge and more new 2018 Ford vehicles for the best price in the country!  Give us a call for details and get into a demo vehicle from Brighton Ford at I-96 and Grand River in Brighton, Michigan.

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Order The 2019 Ranger at Brighton Ford Today

Call your salesman to place your order on the 2019 Ford Ranger today!  Brighton Ford has opened up the order bank so you can order the all new Ford Ranger that you want! Stop in to our Ford dealership near Howell, MI or call us at 810-227-1171 to place your Ranger order.  



The Ford Ranger Reinvented

The all-new 2019 Ranger has been developed and tested to the demanding standards of Built Ford Tough. It shares a heritage of toughness, durability and capability derived from over 100 years of Ford Trucks’ relentless focus on engineering excellence.

This is what freedom looks like today. The all-new 2019 Ranger has the toughness and capability to leave civilization far behind — because adventure begins where the road ends.

The proven 2.3L EcoBoost® engine with Auto Start-Stop technology is designed to optimize power and efficiency using turbo-charging and direct gasoline injection. It’s also paired with the innovative, class-exclusive 10-speed automatic transmission.  The Ford Ranger will be available in the base XL trim, XLT trim and the LARIAT trim with the FX4 Off-Road Package, so you will have many options for your 2019 Ranger! 

The FordPass Connect feature in the Ranger can create an in-vehicle Wi-Fi hotspot to which you can connect up to 10 devices, so your passengers can stay in touch wherever you roam. You can also use FordPass™ to keep track of your Wi-Fi data usage. The hotspot can be accessed up to 50 feet outside the vehicle.

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For Your Convenience, We Are Open Labor Day Weekend!

We make car buying easy here at Brighton Ford! We are open when you are off work just to make things easy for you.  So stop by Labor Day weekend to take the all new F-150 for a test drive, check out our used Jeeps, get those brake pads you’ve been meaning to purchase or even get an estimate at our Collision Shop…because we are here for you when it’s convenient for you!  

Thursday, August 30th
Sales: 9am – 9pm
Service: 7am – 6pm
Parts: 7am – 6pm
Body Shop 7:30am – 6pm

Friday, August 31st
Sales: 9am – 7pm
Service: 7am – 6pm
Parts: 7am – 6pm
Body Shop 7:30am – 6pm

Saturday, September 1st
Sales: 9am – 4pm
Service: 7am – 12pm
Parts: 7am – 12pm
Body Shop 8am – 12pm

Tuesday, September 4th
Sales: 9am – 7pm
Service: 7am – 6pm
Parts: 7am – 6pm
Body Shop 7:30am – 6pm

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Every Pre-Owned Vehicle Marked Down at Our End of Summer Sale

Now is the time to get into a used car, truck or SUV at Brighton Ford!  We have slashed prices on all of pre-owned inventory to give our customers the best deals of the year!  Many vehicles have been reduced to below market value.  And we have all makes and models, whether you’re looking for a used Cadillac, Ford or Jeep, we have what you want.  We have over 130 used trucks, cars and SUVs in stock, shop online today!  

Highlighted in this video:

-2004 F-150 XLT 4x4 now $7,000

-2007 Cadillac CTS with moonroof now $5,500

-2008 Escape XLT with all wheel drive now $7,000

-2010 GMC Yukon XL with 3rd row seating now $16,000

-2015 Explorer XLT with all wheel drive now $26,750

-2015 Mustang GT 5.0L V8 now $26,500

-2015 Jeep Patriot High Altitude with heated leather seats now $14,000

-2016 F-250 Super Duty with snowplow prep package now $29,250

-2017 F-150 XLT with 100,000 mile warranty & 24/7 roadside assistance now $32,750 

-2017 Fusion with only 18k miles now $18,500

-2018 Edge SEL with tow package now $32,500


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