Ways to Save on Auto Service This Year

WESTLAND, Mich.––If we were all honest about our spending habits, most would say they love saving on various services or products. One service we often neglect because of the cost is auto service; however, neglecting routine maintenance could come back to bite you. Many times there are discounts you can get for services and parts, not to mention all the ways you can avoid costly auto repairs. If saving money is one of your New Year's resolutions, make sure to check out our tips below for ways to save on auto service this year!

1. Include Auto Services in Your Monthly Budget

If you're a car owners, you should be aware that there are certain routine maintenance tasks that need to be taken care of throughout the year. Oil changes, tire rotations, and wiper blade installations are just a few services that you'll need to have done, should you want to keep your vehicle running well. Including these costs into your monthly budget (if you're an organized budgeter) will help you be more aware of how much you need to spend on your vehicle throughout the year, and will help you avoid surprise costs!

2. Take Care of Routine Maintenance On a Regular Schedule

The 3,000-5,000 miles in between oil changes is a recommended milestone for a reason! Going over 5,000 miles can allow dirty oil to run through your engine and cause heavy wear, which can lead to costly repairs down the road. The same goes for other routine maintenance such as tire rotations, alignments, brake pad replacements, etc. Reference our routine maintenance and seasonal maintenance pages for more information on what tasks should be completed and how often.

3. Have Your Auto Service Done at North Brothers Ford

At North Brothers Ford, we're proud to employ an expert team of technicians who are able to help our customers with any make and model save big. Utilizing our advanced monitoring technology, like our Tread Spec machine, we can properly diagnose your car's health. This allows us to recommend only the services and parts you really need. We also offer competitive pricing on services, and a friendly team that can help you save on parts, too!

4. Find Discounts on Service and Parts with Our Coupons

There are plenty of coupons you can use to save on service and parts at North Brothers. You can get discounts on all types of auto services and products from brake pad lifetime guarantees, to deals on wiper blades. Visit the coupons page on our website, click to select your coupons, fill out the form, and look for the email to come to your inbox with the valid printable coupons you can use at the time of your service. Make sure to stay tuned to our social media networks for updates on lease and purchase offers, new coupons, and community events.


If you need more advice on ways to save on auto service this year, or need help planning your routine maintenance schedule, our team at North Brothers Ford would be happy to help! We can also help you save on new vehicles like the 2017 Ford F-150, the 2017 Ford Escape, and 2017 Ford Fusion Sport regardless of your credit status!

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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9 Ways To Save Big on Back-To-School Shopping

WESTLAND, Mich. - It's that time of year again when the kids return to school while the parents face the stress of ensuring their children have everything they need. Between new clothes, supplies, goodies for school lunches and more, back-to-school shopping can get very expensive, very quickly. To help alleviate some of your stress and help you save a few bucks, here are 9 ways to save big on back-to-school shopping.

1. Wait until you receive the school supply list. Many parents want to get the shopping done as quickly as possible, so they will go out and buy whatever they think their child may need - this is the easiest way to overspend. A lot of schools/teachers will supply the students with specific supplies, meaning it's a supply you won't have to purchase. If you wait until you receive the school supply list, you'll be able to get exactly what your child needs without overspending on things they don't.
2. Make a budget. Know exactly how much you have to spend on supplies and stick with it. If you find that you're going over your budget, try to eliminate supplies that your child may not need right away/may not need at all.
3. If you're buying books, buy them online. Books can get expensive very quickly - especially if you're buying college textbooks. By using websites such as Half.com, Amazon.com or CheapestTextbooks.com, you can get used books at half the cost.
4. Don't rush to buy supplies! Most Americans stock up on supplies the minute they are put on the shelf. If you can, wait until after Labor Day - everything will go on sale. So stock up on what your kids will need the first day but hold off on items they may not need until later.
5. Use coupons! Don't be afraid to peruse the newspapers and clip, clip, clip. You can save a ton with coupons, especially during the back-to-school season. You can also find coupons on sites such as RetailMeNot.com and CouponCabin.com.
6. Price match. Stores like Target are more than willing to price match. So whether you find a supply cheaper on Amazon or at Walmart, bring proof of the price in and have them match it.
7. Social Media is a great tool. Many stores will try to attract more fans and followers, so they will offer deals that are exclusive to their Facebook/Twitter pages. So find your favorite stores and 'like' them!
8. Communicate with parents in the community. Other parents may have gently used supplies and/or clothes, or even items that are brand new! They might be willing to swap for items that you have, or maybe sell them to you at a cheap price. It never hurts to look!
9. Shop for next year's supplies, THIS year. After the rush to buy back-to-school supplies has died down, stores will  reduce the price of supplies significantly. This is a great time to swoop in and pick up supplies that you know your kids will need next year.

We hope that these 9 ways to save big on back-to-school shopping will help you financially during this time of year - having the kids go back-to-school can sometimes be stressful, so your finances shouldn't have to be. We can also help you save a few dollars on a New Ford Car or Certified Pre-Owned Cars For Sale at our Northville Area Ford Dealer. Our knowledgeable sales staff knows exactly how to help you save big with rebates and employee pricing - so stop by today! 

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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