Apple Ford eNewsletter


 

Apple Ford eNewsletter   
Second Quarter 2010

 

 

 

Apple Automotive’s 100% Guaranteed Credit Approval Program


 No matter what your credit situation, Apple Ford offers 100% guaranteed credit approval. We have been able to secure auto loans for people with: 

  • A bankruptcy.
  • Major derogatory credit after a bankruptcy.
  • A vehicle repossession.
  • First time buyers.
  • Terrible credit.
  • And more… 

 

 

 Apple Parts

 

At all of our Apple Parts Departments, we stock lots of tires to get you back on the road fast. Stop in for all your tire needs and ask about our best price guarantee!

Keith Sheffer Parts Manager(717) 417-1830
 keith.sheffer@applefordpa.com

 

  

 

 

   Apple Collision Center  3250 Cape Horn Rd Red Lion, PA 17356 

 

Sorry that we have to meet this way, but we are here to make this experience a positive one.  We repair all makes and models with our shop that consists of 15 repair bays and 6 refinishing bays.  We offer state of the art frame repair with our two frame machines and a laser measuring system to restore your vehicle withing the factory specifications.  All repairs and refinish work is backed by our Lifetime Guarantee.  If you are ever in need of our assistance please feel free to contact out courteous and professional staff.   No one ever plans to get into a car accident. But when it happens, you want to make sure that one of your largest financial investments is in the hands of a competent collision repair facility.

       
Dente Brashear

Body Shop Manager
(717) 417-1831
dbrashear@appleauto1.com  

 

 

 

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 Sales Highlights

 

  • February sales of the Ford Fusion, Motor Trend’s Car of the Year, were more than double year-ago levels (up 116 percent).  Fusion set a new February sales record – its 10th monthly sales record in 11 months.  The Fusion Hybrid recently was named North American Car of the Year.
  • Mercury Milan sales were higher than a year ago for the fourth month in a row.
  • February sales of Ford Mustang and Focus and Lincoln MKZ also were higher.
  • Ford Taurus sales totaled 6,359, up 93 percent versus a year ago.  Since the introduction of the all-new model in August, Taurus sales are nearly double year-ago levels.  The average conquest rate for Taurus is 46 percent nationwide and 76 percent on the West Coast.
  • Ford’s F-Series – America’s best-selling truck for 33 years in a row and best-selling vehicle (car or truck) for 28 years in row – posted a 39 percent increase in February.  In 2009, F-Series increased its leadership position among full-size pickups with a 4 percentage-point gain in segment share, and the F-Series continues to gain share in 2010 with a 6-point gain in January. 
  • Production of the all-new F-Series Super Duty has begun at Ford’s Kentucky Truck Plant.
  • Utility vehicles also posted strong sales increases.  In February, Escape sales were up 50 percent versus a year ago, Edge sales were up 67 percent, Flex sales were up 19 percent, and Mercury Mariner sales were up 39 percent.  Sales for traditional SUVs (Explorer, Expedition and Navigator) also were higher than a year ago.
  • Sales for Ford’s E-Series van (Econoline/Club Wagon) were up 26 percent versus a year ago.  E-Series has been America’s best-selling full-size van for 31 years.  
  •  Sales of the new Transit Connect – a small commercial van introduced in mid-2009 – totaled 1,338 in February.  Ford’s share of the commercial van segment is more than 60 percent.  Production of a battery-electric Transit Connect begins later this year.    

Matt Bardolf

New Car Sales Manager

 

 

Spring Driving Tips

   

 April showers bring May flowers and…wet driving conditions. Now that the long winter is over, millions of Americans will take to the roads again for holiday road trips and long weekend getaways. The Rubber Manufacturers Association reminds you to check your tires (and the spare) at least once a month and before every long trip.

As you prepare to hit the road again this spring, consider the following advice to make sure your tires are ready for the trip and that you arrive safely at your destination:
Good brakes and years of driving experience aren’t enough to ensure that you will be able to stop quickly in wet weather. In fact, stopping on a wet road can take up to four times the normal distance on a dry road. During wet weather conditions, drive slowly and keep in mind that stopping distances will be longer.

Check the pressure of your tires once a month, and before every long trip, to ensure that when you do need to stop, your tires can do everything they’re supposed to do to help you. The correct inflation pressure for your tires is specified by the vehicle manufacturer and is shown on the vehicle door edge, door post, glove box door or fuel door. It is also listed in the owner’s manual. The maximum inflation pressure listed on the tire is not the recommended pressure.

Rain water that mixes with oil or grime on the streets can cause slippery conditions that may result in unexpected skidding. Slow down and pay attention to the possibility of skidding.
Make sure you have the alignment and balance of your tires checked regularly so that if you do skid, your vehicle is properly equipped to help you stop safely.

Rotating your tires can sometimes help correct irregular tire wear. Before rotating your tires, always refer to your car’s owner's manual for rotation recommendations. If no rotation period is specified, tires should be rotated approximately every 6,000 miles.

In a sudden downpour, driving fast or driving on worn tires can cause your tires to hydroplane - this means that your tires “surf” along on a film of water just like a water skier.
Slow down in sudden downpours and make sure you check the tread on your tires once per month and before every long trip. Your tires should have at least 1/16 inch of tread depth.

 

 Chris Giffen

Service Manager