Crews Begin Set Up of North American International Auto Show

WESTLAND, Mich. –– Last week, crews began setting up the 2016 North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center in Downtown Detroit, although workers have been preparing the space since mid-October. 

While NAIAS 2016 won't take place until Jan. 16, and run through Jan. 26, the event will take up 623,000 square feet on Cobo Center's main show floor and understandably takes at least three months to set up. For 2016, 75% the show will exhibit all-new or redesigned vehicles of the 40 automakers will showcase altogether, according to The Detroit News.

“Our theme this year is ‘All Roads Lead to Detroit’ and we’re looking at the great opportunity that the local auto manufacturers pick the North American International Auto Show as their venue of choice for worldwide unveilings and the technologies that they’re going to bring,” NAIAS 2016 Chairman Paul Sabatini told The Detroit News.

One of the focal points of NAIAS 2016 will be new vehicle technologies, which have rapidly advanced in just the last few years, as seen in new Ford cars and new Ford trucks at our Ford dealer near South Lyon, MI.

As crews begin setting up the North American International Auto Show, those expecting to attend should anticipate an impressive showing of new vehicles and technologies. But the vehicle displays, some double-decker and totaling 40,000 square feet, could prove to be as impressive as the vehicles they showcase.

Alongside glamorous new vehicles, Detroit will offer attendees a new perspective of itself with plenty of recently established high-end restaurants, new developments and building renovations, and $279 million in upgrades to Cobo Center. With much to do in the city before and after the event, and with an array of futuristically designed and manufactured vehicles for attendees to gape at, NAIAS 2016 could turn out to be one of the best years yet in the show's history.

If you're planning on heading down to NAIAS 2016, make sure your vehicle is ready to make the trip. Stop in for any auto service or car repair your vehicle may need before winter takes over. North Brothers Ford, located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185, is proud to be one of the premier dealerships in Southeast Michigan committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at (888) 806-7163, our knowledgeable sales team will be happy to help!

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One in Four People Name Their Car

WESTLAND, Mich. –– The memories vary but one fact remains the same: it's easy to form an attachment to the car that you drive. So easy in fact that one in four people name their car.

No matter if it's your first car or your current car, each vehicle that you've owned has a set of memories and emotions attached to it. Your very first car is the vehicle that might not have looked its best, but you and your friends didn't really care––you had a car and that's all that mattered. When that car finally took its last ride, you moved on to your next vehicle, which may or may not have been the vehicle that you took your newborn home from the hospital in.

A survey conducted by Nationwide Insurance polled 1,082 U.S. car owners and discovered 25% of people give their vehicles a name. Of that 25%, 31% said they were inspired by the vehicle's color and appearance.

The poll also revealed that 36% of car owners between the ages of 18 and 34 are more likely to nickname their cars, and women more so than men. Men who name their vehicles are prone to naming their car after a famous or historical person or a character in a movie.

For the women that nicknamed their vehicles, one out of every four thought of their car as a girl. Two very famous examples of "girl" vehicles are Eleanor––from the film Gone in 60 Seconds––and Christine––from the movie Christine.

At North Brothers Ford, we understand why One in four people give their car a name because we're attached to our cars, too. Do you name your vehicles, too? Let us know your names in the comments below!

If you'd like to find a new vehicle to create memories with, stop by our Ford dealer near Brighton, MI, today. Whether you're looking for a new Ford car, new Ford truck or a Certified Pre-Owned car for sale, we've got a vehicle for you! 

North Brothers Ford, located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185, is proud to be one of the premier dealerships in Southeast Michigan committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at (888) 806-7163, our knowledgeable sales team will be happy to help!


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2017 Ford F-150 Raptor Is a Vicious Trail Monster

WESTLAND, Mich. – Since its inception, the Ford Raptor has torn its competition to pieces with incredible off-roading capabilities, speed, and sharp looks, but the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor might double that damage. After checking out some trail testing videos, the only way to describe the latest edition of Ford Motor Co.’s most intimidating truck is that the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor is a vicious trail monster.

Ford spent time testing a new prototype of the truck – made of components from the 2015 F-150 and the 2017 Raptor – and conquered some of the toughest trails in Northern Michigan. What makes the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor a vicious trail monster begins with its ability to roar over seemingly insurmountable hills, ruts, and other obstructions that tend to be difficult for other pickups.

The 2017 F-150 Raptor is better equipped for rough terrain thanks to its heightened ground clearance, increased from the previous-generation Raptor, plus 3.0-inch FOX Racing Shox with custom internal bypass technology. According to Ford, the shock absorption technology dampens and strengthens suspension travel over sketchy terrain.

In addition, the 2017 F-150 Raptor bulldozes over tough landscapes with an all-new four-wheel-drive, torque-on-demand transfer case. The Transfer case handles power dispersion throughout the front and rear wheels, and blends hallmarks of clutch-driven, on-demand all-wheel drive with mechanical-locking four-wheel drive.

If you're imagining yourself stampeding over unforgiving terrain in the 2017 F-150 Raptor, you only need to hold out a little longer. You can test-drive the all-new pickup in fall 2016. Until then, stop in at our used car dealership serving Garden City, MI, where we have plenty of new Ford trucks and Certified Pre-Owned vehicles! 

North Brothers Ford is located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185 and proudly serves as one of the premier dealerships in Metro Detroit, committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by, or give us a call at 888-806-7163, our knowledgeable and helpful sales team will be more than happy to assist you!

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The Difference Between Buying a New Car Versus a Used Car

WESTLAND, Mich.­­– Much like the debate over whether you should buy or lease a vehicle, you might also grapple with the difference between buying a new car versus a used car. Off the top of your head, you can probably think of a number of factors that go into this decision such as cost, technology, and repairs. But the questions you really want to answer ask how exactly those factors set apart the new from the used.

What does each cost?

More often than not, a new car will be pricier than a used car. This is because new vehicles tend to include newer technology, updated features, and modern design elements. However, if keeping up with automotive trends isn’t a priority for you, consider the fact that buying a used car will save you money due to its lack of contemporary features.

What are the differences in financing?

Interest rates hinge on a car’s resale value. It’s easier for a bank to predict how much a new car will depreciate compared to a used car (within 5 years new cars can depreciate by $9,000). Used cars come with higher interest rates than new cars do because they're more prone to major mechanical issues. Then there's the risk of a buyer who decides to bail on their used car purchase and leaves it for the bank to deal with a resale. A lender can make up for the uncertain resale value of a used car by hiking up the interest rate. However, despite used cars having higher interest rates, you still end up paying less in monthly payments because the cars principal is much lower than that of a new car.

How’s the gas mileage?

People really, really care about their gas mileage these days––you know how pricy the pumps can be. Of course, getting better fuel economy can be one of the perks of purchasing a new car. New cars usually get better gas mileage than used cars because, again, new cars tend to have updated technology. If you want to save money at the pump, a new car is your best bet.

Which costs more to insure?

Naturally, new cars cost more to insure than used cars do. Although new cars usually contain more updated safety features than used cars do, the higher cost of insurance for new cars is due to their overall higher value. The higher the value of the car, the more it costs to insure.

How much does maintenance and repairs cost?

A big chunk of a new car’s price tag includes a warranty that covers maintenance and repairs for a set amount of time. The great thing about a warranty is that you know most maintenance and repairs for are covered by the dealership or original equipment manufacturer (OEM). Just remember that eventually that warranty will disappear. Sometimes used cars come with warranties as well. These are called certified pre-owned vehicles, and you might consider this as an option for your next purchase. Aside from certified pre-owned vehicles, most used cars are more likely than new cars to require maintenance and repairs, which means you’ll end up paying more in that area. Then again, sometimes you get lucky and find a used car that runs forever without any major issues.

There are a number of important factors to ponder over when you look at the difference between buying a new car versus a used car. Hopefully this list breaks down some of the bigger differences for you, but feel free to come into our Plymouth area used car dealer with any other questions you might have. We'd be happy to give you the rundown on some of our used cars and trucks, and explain what makes them different from our new Ford cars and new Ford trucks. Either way, we’ll help you find the vehicle that’s right for you!

North Brothers Ford is located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185 and proudly serves as one of the premier dealerships in Metro Detroit, committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by, or give us a call at 888-806-7163, our knowledgeable and helpful sales team will be more than happy to assist you!

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Win a 2-Year Lease on a 2015 Ford Fusion

WESTLAND, Mich.– Some people dream of Jeannie, but others dream of cruising the great state of Michigan in a brand new 2015 Ford Fusion. While we can’t help you out with the Jeannie thing (keep watching those 1960s sitcom reruns), we can increase your chances at driving across Michigan in a new 2015 Ford Fusion. How? This summer, enter to win a 2-year lease on a 2015 Ford Fusion at North Bros!

And no, there aren’t any proverbial strings attached to this sweepstakes. You don’t have to buy a new car, get an oil change or receive any routine maintenance in order to enter. All you have to do is stop in at North Brothers Ford in Westland and fill out an entry form between now and August 29, 2015. Pretty simple, huh?

To enter, all we ask is that you’re a legal resident of Michigan and at least 21 years or older with a valid driver’s license. We’ll only take one entry per household to keep things fair for you and the other contestants, so pick a family member with the most luck and who also meets the other requirements. You can visit our website to see more about the sweepstakes details.

This is one of those times where you say to yourself, “Why not give it a shot?” We say, “Exactly!” Don’t wait; get into North Bros and enter to win a 2-year lease on a 2015 Ford Fusion, one of Ford’s most popular vehicles with an APR of $25,335. Just like the other New Ford Cars and New Ford Trucks at our Ford Dealership serving Westland, MI, the 2015 Fusion is a vehicle that will change how you drive. Take a chance and enter to win!

North Brothers Ford is located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185 and proudly serves as one of the premier dealerships in Metro Detroit, committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by, or give us a call at (888)806-7163, our knowledgeable and helpful sales team will be more than happy to assist you!

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2016 F-650/F-750 Production Shifting to Ohio Plant

WESTLAND, Mich - Ford announced last Friday, March 7th, that 2016 F-650/F-750 Production will be Shifting to the Ohio Plant. Originally, the medium-duty trucks were produced at Ford's plant in Mexico, but are now transferring to Avon Lake, Ohio, near Cleveland, starting early next year. Ford's $168 million investment will go towards the retooling of the Ohio Assembly Plant for the medium-duty trucks - which currently produces the F-Series lineup of vans and other commercial vehicles. 

As you may have read in our "F-650/F-750 Join Lineup of America's Best-Selling Commercial Trucks", the 2016 medium-duty truck models are going to be the toughest, most work-ready, best value Ford medium-duty trucks of all time. Ford is confident that this outstanding work force will build these medium-duty trucks with only the highest quality, reliability, dependability and craftsmanship. Moving 2016 F-650/F-750 production medium-duty trucks to the Ohio plant will not only help secure a future for the workers at the facility, but also exercise Ford's expertise from other truck and commercial vehicle lines to give customers a better product at a competitive price. 

We can expect to see results of the 2016 F-650/F-750 production shifting to the Ohio Plant at the beginning of next year. The latest medium-duty trucks are expected to go on sale in the spring of 2015. 

If you're looking for a great deal on a beautiful Ford truck that will help you get the job done, come see us at North Brothers Ford! Our customers are our top priority and we do all we can to ensure you get a great deal on the Ford of your dreams! We are located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185, is proud to be one of the premier dealerships in Southeast Michigan committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at (888) 806-7163, our knowledgeable sales team will be happy to help!

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Ford and King Ranch's Celebration of 15 Successful Years

WESTLAND, Mich - Ford and King Ranch's Celebration of 15 Successful Years involved paying tribute to an outstanding partnership between the automotive company and iconic ranch in Kingsville, Texas. King Ranch's infamous reputation for cattle ranching, farming, commodity marketing and processing, luxury retail goods, and recreational hunting, was built on the same philosophies on which Ford builds its trucks: quality, authenticity, integrity, and toughness. Since 1999, the two companies have been partnered together and have aided to each others success over the past 15 years.

In celebration of 15 wonderful years, Ford and King Ranch captured the essence of the relationship with photos by Texas state photographer, Wyman Meinzer. With these photos comes the debut of the latest Ford F-150, F-Series Super Duty and Expedition King Ranch® models. The latest King Ranch trio and Meinzer's photos will be shown at a special exhibit at the 2014 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo on March 4th through the 23rd.

Today, King Ranch is known as one of the most genuine landmarks in Texas - the perfect place to capture shots of the latest Ford trucks. Meinzer, a born and raised Texas cowboy, used his experience to create a beautiful, authentic photo shoot that represents the King Ranch and Ford trucks perfectly. He understood the nature of the King Ranch vehicles and was able to present them in conditions that people would really see on the ranch. You can see the 4,000+ images from the four-day shoot at Ford.com!

To develop the ultimate King Ranch models, it was important that Ford color and materials designer, Aileen Barraza, visit the iconic ranch. In order to fully execute the ranch's personality through a vehicle, she needed to experience the "genuine luxury gained through hard work" essence that the King Ranch portrays. The new 2015 King Ranch's new trim levels are more than just unique look. They tell were developed to represent an authentic American story and philosophy that the ranch and Ford Motor Company share: luxury is earned.

Enjoy a product of Ford and King Ranch's Celebration of 15 Successful Years the 2015 King Ranch F-150, F-Series Super Duty and Expedition when they go sale later this year. If you're looking for a tough, high-quality Ford truck right now, stop by North Brothers Ford! We have a great variety of Ford vehicles including the 2014 F-150 XLT! Search through our online inventory then give us a call to schedule a test-drive!

North Brothers Ford, located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185, is proud to be one of the premier dealerships in Southeast Michigan committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at (888) 806-7163, our knowledgeable sales team will be happy to help!

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2014 NAIAS Ford Display Has Largest Customer Involvement Ever

WESTLAND, Mich - The 66,000 square foot 2014 NAIAS Ford Display has the Largest Customer Involvement Ever. The Cobo Center in Downtown Detroit has been and will continue to be flooded with car fanatics of all ages. Ford raised the bar this year with a memorable presentation of what the company has in store for the future.

A line of 82 vehicles and the latest in Ford products are scattered around 66,167 square feet of floor space for visitors of all ages to enjoy. The new upper-level of the display shows appreciation of "50 Years of Mustang", while another section is dedicated to "The Future of Tough".

This year, customers are able to interact with Ford vehicles in new ways that will showcase the strength and quality of the new products. "The Future of Tough" has the all-new F-150 as a focal point, one of the most buzzed about vehicles this year. A 22 foot tall, 75,000 pound assembly line display shows consumers the productions stages of the F-150. Each stage of construction touches on a different theme; durability, capability, efficiency, and technology.

The all-new pony car has been an icon for over 50 years and Ford paying a special tribute to it in this year's display. The 2015 Mustang is the center of attention at the stand this year. The upper-level exhibit will expose customers to 50 years of Mustang cultural and historical artifacts. It will also highlight references to the Mustang's impact on fashion, film, food, and fun the last 50 years.

A live engagement presentation and film is part of the display as well. Visitors have the chance to take part in the narration and presentation via two cameras that are catching all of the showgoers checking out the Mustang exhibit. An ST area allows two visitors to race in a head-to-head simulated road course. Winning times can be recorded and shared via personal social networks.

David Tillapaugh, Global Auto Show Operations Manager for Ford, stated that the 2014 NAIAS Ford Display has the Largest Customer Involvement Ever. He also made note that this year will be the prime opportunity for Ford to engage consumers right at the entrance of the display and allow them to see for themselves what makes "Ford Go Further".

North Brothers Ford can hardly wait for the newest Mustang and F-150 to go on sale! If you are a truck lover, visit the dealership to see our inventory of New Ford Trucks. North Brothers Ford is here to help those in Trenton and the surrounding areas find the Ford vehicle they have always wanted!

North Brothers Ford, located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185, is proud to be one of the premier dealerships in Southeast Michigan committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at (888) 806-7163, our knowledgeable sales team will be happy to help!

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'Built Ford Tough' Tag Line Turns 35

WESTLAND, Mich. - While most companies tend to change up their tag lines on a pretty regular basis, Ford has stuck by their well-known slogan - and it's served them well. Probably one of the most recognized phrases in the country, the 'Built Ford Tough' tag line turned 35 this past weekend.

The 'Built Ford Tough' slogan turned 35 this past weekend and is still going strong. Representing the durability of the Ford brand, the slogan has also become a phrase that many around the world recognize immediately. Why fix something that isn't broken, right?

First used in 1979, the 'Built Ford Tough' slogan has served Ford successfully for many reasons. Not only is it simple and to the point, but it is also true. It represents Ford's truck line accurately because Ford trucks are tough and built sturdy. With over 8 million drivers today that own Ford trucks, many boasting over 250,000 miles, Ford is made to last. With millions of miles and still going strong, not many other vehicle brands can brag about that!

If you'd like to see for yourself how the 'Built Ford Tough' tag line rings true, stop in today to our Plymouth Area Ford Dealership to check out our Used Trucks Under 20,000, and let us help you save money with our Ford-F150 Rebates! We want to get you the truck of your dreams, so let us show you what it means for your vehicle to be 'Built Ford Tough'!

North Brothers Ford, located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185, is proud to be one of the premier dealerships in Southeast Michigan committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at (888) 806-7163, our knowledgable sales team will be happy to help!

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New Compact Ford Truck Could Be A Ranger Or F-100

WESTLAND, Mich.- Ford Motor Company is currently trying to make sense of a business case for a new compact pickup truck that is possible through all of the difficulties for this segment. Ford ended production of the Ranger in December 2011 and at the same time America lost its last compact pickup truck. Trucks just keep getting bigger and bigger, more powerful, and more capable.

So what happened to the consumer interest for a compact pickup? Well, it still exists, but it has become difficult to produce a compact pickup that makes sense without overlapping the full-size pickup segment. A New Compact Ford Truck would have to have a significant difference in size, price, and fuel economy, for example, 1,000 pounds of payload capacity, 3,000 pounds of towing, and a dramatic reduction in fuel economy. All with a reasonable sticker price. Ford's current global Ranger would have too much overlap with the F-150, so it only makes sense to do something completely different. This could mean that a New Compact Ford Truck F-100 may not be a traditional body-on-frame truck. It just may be a car-based pickup.

But, the Ford Compact Pickup Truck's price presents even further difficulties since the current Ford F-150 is priced at just $24,500 before discounts. It is is too close in price to the F-150, consumers would just opt up for the larger truck. However, Ford's most basic Fiesta is also priced at $14,000, meaning the New Compact Pickup cannot be priced too low either. This is all aside from production costs too.

But the good news is that Ford is working on it, and sees the market for a true compact truck. Until we get official word that a Ford Compact Truck is coming soon, take a look at the 2013 Ford F-150 Brochure. We have New Ford Trucks and Used Trucks for sale and ready to be taken on a test drive, so come visit us! North Brothers Ford, located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185, is proud to be one of the premier dealerships in Southeast Michigan committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at (888) 806-7163, our knowledgable sales team will be happy to help!

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