National Car Care Month - Tires

WESTLAND, Mich.–– During National Car Care Month, it's the perfect time to get your tires serviced so that you're ready to hit the road this spring. Tire care is one of the most important parts of owning a vehicle, as tires are the safety buffer between you and the road. It's crucial that your vehicle has adequate tire tread, properly rotated tires, and accurate tire inflation all year round. Ensure that your ride can handle the wet road conditions this season will bring by reading these tips:


1. Tire Rotations
It is recommended that your tires are rotated every 3,000-7,000 miles, or every other oil change. Tires can wear unevenly, which is why it's critical to rotate them every so often to ensure they receive even wear across all four tires.

2. Tire Tread
Your tires' tread is what allows your vehicle to grip the road properly. Low tire tread puts you at risk for hydroplaning when the road is wet or losing traction during other conditions. It can also increase your stopping distance, putting you at larger risk of an accident. Check your tire tread using the penny method or have our team of experts inspect them for you!

3. Tire Pressure
The temp outside can directly effect the air pressure in your tires. By maintaining your car's proper tire pressure, you will experience improved fuel economy, less tire issues, and a much smoother ride. Refer to your owner's manual for the recommended PSI to make sure your tires match that amount. If they don't, it's time for them to be filled.

4. New Tires
Did you put on snow tires for the winter season? It's time to take them off! It's best to change back to all-season tires this spring. Winter tires are only built to handle 45 degrees Fahrenheit and under. If your tire tread is worn down, it's time for you to get a new set! We recommend replacing all four tires at the same time. Schedule an appointment with our service team and we'll get your vehicle into a new set of wheels in no time!


Rough winter weather can impact your vehicle's tires tremendously. And spring weather isn't much safer with slippery road conditions. By staying up to date with routine tire maintenance, you can rest assure that your ride will be effective in gripping the road this season. Now's the time to get your car's tires up to speed during National Car Care Month.

Be sure to schedule an appointment online with our service team for any tire rotations, added tire pressure, or even a brand new set of tires. We are here to help you remain safe behind the wheel of a reliable ride this spring! Check out our spring car care page for more tips on tire maintenance as well as alignment care, fluid care, wiper blade care, and spring cleaning.


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 888-806-7163, our knowledgeable and helpful sales team will be more than happy to assist you!

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Tips to Stay Healthy and Avoid Sickness All Year Long

WESTLAND, Mich.,–– It can be hard to remain your healthiest all year round, especially if you are in a profession consistently exposed to sickness. Although cases of the cold and flu start to rise in the fall and winter season, there's still a chance that you might catch something any other time of the year. That's why it's best to take the necessary precautions ahead of time to combat any illnesses that might come your way. No one wants to be bedridden, so we've put together a list of tips to stay healthy and avoid sickness all year long.

1. Wash Your Hands & Pay Attention to What You Touch
It's a simple task to wash your hands with soap and water frequently throughout the day. Along with this, if you're touching "high-traffic" items such as the drinking fountain at work, the bathroom door handle, or someone else's keyboard, you'll want to avoid touching your mouth, nose, and eyes as these areas are gateways to your immune system.

2. Eat Healthy!
It's fine to indulge in a burger or some decadent dessert here and there, but it's more beneficial to eat foods that will benefit your immune system regularly! Eating healthy doesn't mean you need to eat a salad at every meal, but it's a good idea to aim to eat less processed foods. Make some soup recipes if you're feeling down. Broth and veggies together can help comfort a sore throat or aching stomach and are healthy, too!

3. Consume More H2O
Although simple, this health tip is used often for many reasons. Water not only keeps you hydrated should you already be sick and need to replace fluids in your body, but it also helps you flush some of the bad stuff out if you're harboring any flu germs. The recommendation is to drink half your body weight in ounces of water!

4. Keep Your Surroundings Clean
Sanitizing the areas around you, such as your workspace, is a simple way to maintain a healthy environment. Germs spread very easily, increasing your chances of getting sick. Using virus and germ killing soaps to keep your surroundings clean will stop the spread of any cold and flu bugs, ultimately helping you lead a healthier lifestyle.

5. Get Active
Exercise is another factor that can help boost your immune system. It can be a simple walk outside or an extra sweaty cardio session at the gym. Whatever method you choose, make sure you're getting your heart rate up and are breathing heavier than normal. Cardiovascular exercise can help excavate bacteria out of your lungs and airways.

6. Stay Home
Even if you're a person who's overwhelmed at work and think staying home will only hurt your schedule, don't go in if you have the flu! If you feel like you're getting sick, or are already sick, take caution and protect others around you. There's no sense in you exhausting your energy or spreading your illness onto others. Take time to rest at home with some water, vitamins, and sleep.

7. Get More Sleep

This may be a simple health rule but getting extra sleep when your immune system is compromised is crucial. Make sure you're getting 8 hours of uninterrupted sleep each night. It may also be a good idea to take some cold medicine before you lay down to ensure your body is fighting the sickness while you sleep. Getting more rest allows your body to fight off any flu germs and revive itself so you can do what you need to the next day. 

We hope these tips to stay healthy and avoid sickness all year long will keep you out of bed and enjoying each and every day at your best! Getting into a rhythm is a great way to incorporate these activities into your daily routine. You'll be thankful you did! Taking care of your car is just as important as taking care of yourself. It's our goal to help you get your vehicle ready to hit the road. We're here to take care of any routine maintenance, such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake inspections, as well as much bigger service tasks. For your convenience, we've added a feature for you to schedule your service appointment online. Give us a call is you have any questions! It's time to keep you and your vehicle healthy all year long.

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 888-806-7163, our knowledgeable and helpful sales team will be more than happy to assist you!

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5 Car Organization Hacks

WESTLAND, Mich.––Driving to work, the kids' practice, the grocery store, and every where in between equals a lot of time in the car. It also means a lot of stuff that accumulates in your car! Clothes, shoes, snacks, toys, garbage, etc. all end up in your car can easily be forgotten about and ignored throughout our daily activities. If you're feeling a little overwhelmed at the thought of cleaning out your car, you might want to consider these 5 car organization hacks. 

1. Desk Item Holders

You can find these, or something similar, at a office supply store. These are typically used for paper clips, notepads, etc. but work great for other small items that go missing in your car like change, headphones, etc. These can work for those strange spaces near your cup holders or in your center console.

2. Baskets

Baskets are great for a whole lot of reasons, but simply put, for holding plenty of like items in one easy place. Shown above is a more fabric based basket which would work well for squeezing in certain places, and as a bonus it has a nice pattern. We recommend using a basket for emergency items for easy access when in a pinch.

3. Gum Containers 

Having change everywhere looks messy, but this little hack will keep it all together. These gum containers are big enough to fit lots of change, and some bills if you choose, and fit perfectly in your cup holder. These containers can work for other things like small snacks, hair pins, etc. 

4. Shoe Organizers

A shoe organizer works wonders for all those mismatch items that pile up. You can keep extra socks, toys, snacks, and whatever else you can think of in these perfect sized slots. This placement works for both the driver and passengers in the back. 

5. File Organizers

A small file organizer can be found at an office supply store and works really well to store important documents. Things like your title, registration, insurance, pet documents, maps, etc. that you need to always keep in the car or for travel can all be kept in one spot. This file organizer should also help keep the documents from getting dirty or wrinkled. 

You can use these tips to organize your car and keep it from becoming too messy again. At North Brothers Ford we're here to help with any auto need including tips like these 5 car organization hacks! It's our goal to make auto service and routine maintenance easy for you. For your convenience you can schedule your check-in time for your service appointment online! We can also help save you a future headache by regularly performing maintenance like oil changes, tire rotations, and brake inspections to help your car run its best! We've put all the best advice and answers to your questions in our newly updated FAQs page that will help you take care of your vehicle. 

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 888-806-7163, our knowledgeable and helpful sales team will be more than happy to assist you!

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7 Slow Cooker Recipes to Make While It's Still Winter

WESTLAND, Mich. –– Sorry for the reminder that it's still winter. Hang in there because it's almost over! You can still treat yourself to some comfort food with the cold air lingering. Not to say that your slow cooker can't be used in the summer time. These recipes are warm, hearty, and hit that comfort spot you're looking for during the winter. We've come up with 7 slow cooker recipes to make while it's still winter that you can try out this weekend!

1. Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup

This soup is actually pretty light, but can hold a nice punch of hearty spice if you season it right. The beauty of this recipe is the warmth it gives as it goes down, plus it's pretty healthy! 

2. Slow Cooker Chicken Alfredo Tortellini 

Italian, creamy, cheesy pasta is the way to a lot of hearts. This slow cooker recipe is perfect because it's a whole meal in one, and is just so darn delicious. It hits a true comfort note. 

3. Slow Cooker Thick & Chunky Beef Stew

This recipe is oh so hearty, and truly fitting for winter. Beef stew is a classic that can be spiced in so many ways and be delicious every time, and the slow cooker version? Piece of cake!

4. Creamy Ranch Pork Chops 

These creamy chops are quite simple to prepare, especially in the slow cooker. This is one of those lick-your-plate type meals the whole family will love. It goes best atop mashed potatoes 

5. Slow Cooker Breakfast Casserole

Can breakfast be for dinner, too? Yes, of course! This casserole is good anytime and leaves room for you to add whatever veggies you like. 

6. Slow Cooker Meatloaf 

Are you a little surprised that you can make meatloaf in a slow cooker? We were too, but it is so delicious! The slow cooker does good keeping the meatloaf moist. With the carrots and potatoes on the side it's a nice filling meal. 

7. Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan

Meaty chicken, warm tomato sauce, and cheese all over pasta is what it's all about. Try this italian classic out in the slow cooker, it's surprisingly easy!  

Hopefully these 7 slow cooker recipes to make while it's still winter are enough arsenal to combat the very last of the winter blues. Not only do these recipes taste delicious, but they also save you time thanks to the lovely slow cooker. Saving time is also easy at North Brothers Ford when you schedule your check-in time for your service appointment online! We can also help save you a future headache by regularly performing maintenance like oil changes, tire rotations, and brake inspections to help your car run its best! We've put all the best advice and answers to your questions in our newly updated FAQs page that will help you take care of your vehicle. 

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 888-806-7163, our knowledgeable and helpful sales team will be more than happy to assist you!

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Free Ford Premium Maintenance Plan Offer

WESTLAND, Mich.- If you like the sound of free vehicle maintenance, then you're going to like this! As part of Ford's "100 Hour Sale" to close out the year, customers who Lease a 2012 or 2013 Ford Fiesta, Focus, Fusion, or Escape during the sale will receive a complimentary 2-year/25,000 mile ESP Premium Maintenance Plan! This Free Ford Premium Maintenance Plan Offer is only available during the "100 Hour Sale" December 19, 2012-January 2, 2013, so hurry in! Ford's Free Premium Maintenance Plan Offer will reduce the cost of ownership and offer you peace of mind!

The Complimentary Premium Maintenance Extended Service Plan will provide you with maintenance service every 7,500 miles or every 6 months with a maximum of three visits. You will also receive coverage for all normal scheduled maintenance as outlined in your owners scheduled maintenance guide, plus six selected wear items such as: brake pads and linings, engine belts and hoses, wiper blades, clutch disc, shock absorbers, and spark plugs (except CA). You can enjoy peace of mind knowing that all maintenance replacements are made with the original equipment manufacturer parts and you will enjoy a $0 deductible.

More Information about the "100 Hour Sale"
Complimentary Premium Maintenance Plan Offer:

When you Lease a 2012 or 2013 Ford Fiesta, Focus, Fusion, or Escape during the "100 Hour Sale", you'll receive the complimentary Premium Maintenance Plan which covers routine inspections, preventative care, and replacement of normal "wear and tear" items that require periodic attention. These normal "wear and tear" items include: engine oil and filter changes, multipoint inspections, tire rotations, replacement of brake pads and linings when worn, shock absorber replacements, spark plugs (except CA), clutch discs, engine belts, hoses and hose clamps, wiper blades, and diesel exhaust fluid fill at the time scheduled maintenance is performed at the dealership. At each service interval, your vehicle will undergo a comprehensive multipoint inspection as indicated in your Owner's Scheduled Maintenance Guide. You can learn more about your vehicle's recommended maintenance in the Owner's Scheduled Maintenance Guide as well.

Not only will this save you money on vehicle maintenance but in the long run the Premium Maintenance Plan will provide timely care and inspections that can prevent serious and expensive repairs, optimal vehicle performance for the long run, protection for your vehicle investment and budget, the possibility to increase your resale or lease-end value while limiting maintenance costs, and only Ford factory trained technicians using only OEM parts to keep your vehicle running at its best.

As part of the Premium Maintenance Extended Service Plan you can take advantage of the First-Day Rental Option for added coverage. When you purchase rental assistance you will be reimbursed for a rental vehicle for up to two days whenever you leave your car at the dealership for covered maintenance services.

In addition, the Premium Maintenance Plan offers transferable coverage which may add extra resale value to your vehicle. This means that if you sell your vehicle, the remaining maintenance coverage may be transferred to the new owner.

That's a lot to take in! Come on in to North Brothers Ford and we'd be happy to explain even further how the Free Ford Premium Maintenance Plan Offer works. If you have any questions give us a call at (888) 806-7163 or stop by. North Brothers Ford is located at 33300 Ford Rd Westland, MI 48185.

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