Ways to Treat Your S.O., Yourself, and Your Ford for Valentine's Day

WESTLAND, Mich.,––Valentine's Day is coming up next week! If you're coupled up, this likely means you and your S.O. will be exchanging gifts or doing something special together. If you're single, maybe you're planning on treating yourself to some chocolate and a relaxing night with Netflix. No matter your status, you can make the holiday fun AND use it as an excuse to treat your car to a little TLC. Let's be honest, for all the freedom it provides, your Ford definitely deserves some love! Plus, by treating it right, you'll help it run well into the future. Use our tips below for ways to treat your S.O., your self, and your Ford for Valentine's Day.

Treat Your S.O. 

• Plan an activity that you've never done together - it's been proven that couples who do new things together are happier and more connected 
• Buy tickets to a concert or comedy show to go to in the future
• Get reservations for a restaurant they've always wanted to try - OR cook a fancy dish for them
• Write a heart-felt message as a note or in a Valentine's Day card 
• Help them relax - buy them a spa treatment, or do something at home
• Bake them a decadent dessert you know they'll love

Treat Yourself

• Cook yourself a nice meal or get your favorite take-out
• Have a friends date and do something new!
• Give yourself a small budget and go on a shopping trip
• Get some materials together and have an at-home spa day 
• Subscribe to a monthly box of goodies- try SinglesSwag, BirchBox, or Candy Club 
• Buy or lease a new Ford - We may be a little biased, but the feeling of a new car is worth it

Treat Your Car 

• Take it through the car wash & choose a package that includes wax
• Get the oil changed (if it needs it) - OR make an appointment for the future so you don't forget
• Buy it some new shoes - It's recommended to buy 4 new tires together, but don't worry, you can save with our low tire price guarantee
• Have the interior detailed - OR do it yourself - Wipe down the surfaces, vacuum the carpet or upholstery, clean your windshield and windows, and put in a new air freshener!
• Invest in rubber floor mats to protect your carpet - We recommend Weather Tech's floor liners
• Bring it in to North Brothers to get a full inspection - We'll let you know if there are services we deem critical to your car's health, or if there are things you'll need to have done in the near future. We aren't here to up sell you services your car doesn't need!

We hope you, your S.O., and your car have a wonderful and love-filled Valentine's Day. If you're looking for a more grand gift to yourself or to your S.O., take our advice above and buy or lease a new Ford vehicle. There's a Ford for all types of drivers out there and we'd love to help you find the perfect one. Use our comparison guides to get started. If that's not in your budget, let us know how we can help make your car run and feel like new. We offer a wide variety of routine maintenance, scheduled maintenance, detailing, and repair services at North Brothers AND on top of that, you can schedule your next appointment online! We hope to see you at our location on Ford Road in Westland soon!


North Brothers Ford is located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185 and proudly serves as one of the premier dealerships in Metro Detroit, and is committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at 855-739-2023, our knowledgeable and helpful sales team will be more than happy to assist you!

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Winter Tires Vs. All-Season Tires: What's the Difference?

WESTLAND, Mich.––The snow and ice are coming because it is indeed winter in Michigan! When the winter weather arrives, we all run around to prepare our houses and cars for the next few months. One of the easiest ways to prepare your car and stay safe on the road in the crummy cold weather is having winter tires or snow tires put on your car. Some may think it's a better option to simply have all-season tires all year to avoid the hassle of tire service, while others deem it necessary to have winter tires during the cold months. We're here to evaluate winter tires vs. all-season tires to give you a better idea of what to do this winter!

WINTER TIRES

-Made of a softer rubber compound that can wear quickly in warm temperatures 

-Has wider, symmetric tread designs to allow room for slush, packed snow, ice, etc.

-Tread is typically more aggressive for stronger grip on edges

-GREAT for environments where the temperature goes below 45 degrees often

-NOT great for use year-round (it can actually cost you more if you use them all year)

ALL-SEASON TIRES

-Made of a tougher rubber compound that can harden in low temps, equaling less traction

-Has tighter tread designs, lacking room for packed snow and slush

-Has asymmetrical tread to handle wet and dry pavement

-Can handle a variety of road conditions (dry, wet, and light snow)

-GREAT for environments where the winter is mild

-NOT great for places where snow is heavy and temperatures are cold 

"But what if I have AWD or 4WD?" 

This is something you might be thinking about when going to purchase tires. Although these drivetrains are helpful in providing more traction generally, they lack in providing extra traction in icy and snowy conditions, especially in braking situations. Tested side-by-side by consumerreports.org, a sedan with winter tires and a AWD utility vehicle with winter tires use about the same braking distance in snowy conditions. 

If you decide you would like a set of winter tires to replace your all-season, or vice versa, we'd love to help you do so. At North Brothers, you can take advantage of our 30-day low-price tire guarantee, so you can be sure you're getting the lowest price on tires from 13 major brands! Plus, we'll professionally install them for you. You can find and get a quote for new tires and schedule an appointment online to have them installed. If you already have a set of winter tires sitting in your garage and want them swapped, we can take care of that too. We know the winter tires vs. all-season tires decision can be tough, but we're here to help. Don't hesitate to contact us with any questions. 

North Brothers Ford is located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185 and proudly serves as one of the premier dealerships in Metro Detroit, and is committed to exceptional customer service! Stop by or give us a call at 855-739-2023, our knowledgeable and helpful sales team will be more than happy to assist you!

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