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Tuesday, November 3, 2015

The Best Times to Travel for Turkey This Thanksgiving

Best Travel Times to Beat Thanksgiving Traffic

JACKSON, Mich. –– The last months of the year can be some of the best thanks to festive holiday traditions, but traveling during those times can be pretty hectic, especially on Thanksgiving. But don't let fear of Thanksgiving gridlock keep you from overindulging on turkey.

After monitoring Thanksgiving traffic conditions for two years, Google released a few travel tips last year to help drivers avoid congestion on the road. If you're one of the 46.3 million Americans planning a pilgrimage this November, take a look at what Google considers to be the best times to travel for turkey this Thanksgiving.

First and foremost, avoid making travel plans for Wednesday. Google's data states that this is the worst day for travel before Thanksgiving, specifically from 3–5 p.m. If this is the only day you're able to head out of town, we suggest leaving earlier or later in the day.

Traveling on Thursday is highly suggested since Thanksgiving tends to be the day of the week with the least amount of traffic. Most families sit down for dinner between 12 and 2 p.m., so this is a great time to hit the road.

Many Thanksgiving travelers wrongly assume they can dodge traffic by heading back home on Saturday. But traffic can be up to 40% worse on Saturday than on any other day you make the trek home. Relax, have another helping of mashed potatoes, and stay an extra day before driving home.

Avoid starting or ending your holiday on a bad note thanks to heavy traffic. Plan ahead for Turkey Day this year, and consider traveling according to Google's data on the best times to travel for turkey this Thanksgiving. If you have a long road trip ahead of you, make sure your vehicle is up-to-date on routine maintenance with help from your Spring Arbor area Ford Dealer, and check out our fall car care tips here.

Seymour Ford Lincoln is located at 2601 Seymour Road in Jackson, Michigan 49201. We will work hard to ensure you never leave our dealership unsatisfied! Visit us at at SeymourFord.com and SeymourLincoln.net or give us a call at (517) 787-9500.

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Monday, November 2, 2015

Certified Pre-Owned 2011 Ford Taurus SHO Jackson, MI

Certified Pre-Owned Cars Jackson, MI –– If you’re looking for a car with design and performance you can really show off on the road or in the driveway, your best bet is this Certified Pre-Owned 2011 Ford Taurus SHO for sale in Jackson, MI, with only 46,765 miles on it. Priced at $22,985, this Taurus will get you 17 mpg city and 25 mpg highway, plus give you the luxury and convenience of modern features, including:

All-Wheel Drive
Audio Input Jack
Auto Headlights
Back Up Camera
Bluetooth
CD Changer
Dual Zone Climate Control
HID Headlights
Leather Seats
MP3 Compatibility
Security System
Steering Wheel Controls
Universal Garage Door Opener

2011 Ford Taurus SHO

Engine: 3.5L GTDI V6 EcoBoost

Transmission: 6-Speed SelectShift Automatic

Interior: Charcoal Black/Umber

Exterior: Ebony Black

This Certified Pre-Owned 2011 Ford Taurus SHO for sale in Jackson, MI, looks as good as new because it was well cared for by only one owner, and it’s a local trade that helped us get a better sense of its history and level of quality. If you’re looking for a premium four-door sedan with a guaranteed quality score of 91 on AutoCheck, don’t let someone else snatch up this Ford Taurus SHO. Stop by our Jackson used car dealer for a test-drive, or check out our other used cars or used trucks for sale.

Seymour Ford Lincoln is located at 2601 Seymour Road in Jackson, Michigan 49201. We will work hard to ensure you never leave our dealership unsatisfied! Visit us at at SeymourFord.com and SeymourLincoln.net or give us a call at (517) 787-9500.

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Friday, October 30, 2015

Halloween Driving Tips to Keep Trick-or-Treaters Safe

JACKSON, Mich. –– While it’s important for parents to imbue safety in their kids on nights like Halloween, it’s also the responsibility of drivers to make sure neighborhood streets aren’t dangerous. If you’re planning on hitting the road on Oct. 31, follow these Halloween driving tips to keep trick-or-treaters safe.

Try not to drive in neighborhoods.

You might not be able to avoid neighborhood streets completely, but you should avoid them as much as possible. Residential areas are where drivers pose the most danger to trick-or-treaters on Halloween, seeing as most kids are more concerned with filling bags with candy than they are with looking for vehicles coming their way. That’s why the best way to avoid any hazards is to simply not drive through neighborhoods, unless you absolutely have to.

Get rid of your lead foot.

Halloween is not the time to be speeding, especially in a residential area. In fact, you might even want to consider driving slower than the speed limit when you’re in a neighborhood. The fact is, most trick-or-treaters are going to cross streets without looking both ways. Even if you’re going the speed limit you could be travelling at a speed that inhibits your ability to make a quick decision or to stop in time. If you drive slowly it gives you plenty of time to become aware of your surroundings as you move down a street, and plenty of time to hit the brakes if need be.

Shine your brightest lights in dark places.

Some neighborhoods don’t have streetlights to illuminate their streets, which can make it difficult for drivers to see anything beyond the limited scope of visibility their headlights create. In these cases, it’s best to use your brights––fog lights––to broaden your visibility. This will allow you to spot trick-or-treaters further away, keeping you aware of the dark places where kids are lurking on Halloween.

Stop and look at stop signs.

Halloween is not the night to be rolling through stop signs, although you should always come to a complete stop at stop signs no matter what time or day it is. But on Oct. 31, when kids are running to and fro in search of candy, it’s more necessary than ever to come to complete stops. This gives you time to look around for kids who might be at the intersection, whereas rolling through limits your awareness.

Slow down to look for kids at intersections.

Not all intersections have stop signs or yield signs, but on Halloween it’s a good idea to slow down and look around before going through intersections anyway. Again, many trick-or-treaters are unconcerned with vehicles because they’re too focused on how much candy they can collect on Halloween. By yielding at all intersections, you can take time to look for kids who might be ready to run in front of you without thinking.

At our Lincoln dealer near Mason, MI, we want trick-or-treaters and drivers to stay safe on Halloween. The best ways we can make that happen are to provide our customers with Halloween driving tips to keep trick-or-treaters safe, but also to provide them with quality new Lincoln cars that showcase all of the most impressive safety features of the 21st century. Stop by this fall for a test-drive and you’ll understand what we mean.

Seymour Ford Lincoln is located at 2601 Seymour Road in Jackson, Michigan 49201. No matter what your auto need, we will work hard to ensure you never leave our dealership unsatisfied! Visit us at SeymourFord.com and SeymourLincoln.net or give us a call at (517) 787-9500.

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Wednesday, October 28, 2015

Ford-Loving Farmers Cut Corn Maze Into the Shape of an F-150

JACKSON, Mich. –– One of the most traditional fall activities for families to have fun with is visiting a local corn maze, but this year you might want to head out of state to Napolean, Ohio, to navigate these Ford-loving farmers’ corn maze cut into the shape of an F-150.

The seven-acre corn maze at Leaders Farms was carefully cut into an image of the the latest edition of the Ford F-150, and it’s about as close as corn comes to imitating the aluminum alloy, half-ton pickup.

When the owners of Leaders Farms decided to use the F-150 as their corn maze theme this fall, they weren’t simply being whimsical. “We are a multi-generation Ford-driving family,” said Kristin Leaders.

Leaders’ husband Brad is just as much a genuine Ford fanatic as her. After seeing the most recent F-150 design in a magazine, he decided it would be a perfect tribute to the automaker and an expression of his passion for the pickup.

But carving the image of an F-150 into a cornfield is no easy task. It’s a year-round process of planning, designing, and maintaining the field. When it actually comes down to creating the image, the Leaders’ had to incorporate GPS technologies that enabled them to carve a precise image.

The Ford-loving farmers cut their corn maze into the shape of an F-150, but the Ford theme doesn’t end there. Leaders Farms also puts on a show with Big Jack, a pumpkin cannon mounted to the chassis of a restored Ford F-450. For extra fun, Leaders Farms also takes care of 13 goats, 40 cows, and their barnyard dog Scout.

While there are plenty of local fall activities around our Ford dealer near Gregory, MI for you to enjoy, we couldn’t help but give a shout-out to Leaders Farms for taking the F-150 to a new level. Then again, nothing will ever beat simply getting into a new Ford car or truck and driving it down a long road, maybe one lined with cornfields.

Seymour Ford Lincoln is located at 2601 Seymour Road in Jackson, Michigan 49201. No matter what your auto need, we will work hard to ensure you never leave our dealership unsatisfied! Visit us at SeymourFord.com and SeymourLincoln.net or give us a call at (517) 787-9500.

Monday, October 26, 2015

Used 2014 Ford Focus for Sale Near Eaton Rapids, MI

Ford Dealer Near Eaton Rapids, MI –– At Seymour Ford Lincoln, we're certain Ford has developed the premier commuter sedan perfect for those who seek performance, style, and great gas mileage. Every year, the Ford Focus makes strides, but we still love the older models like this used 2014 Ford Focus for sale near Eaton Rapids, MI.

If you want fuel efficiency, this Focus will get you 27 mpg city and 37 mpg highway. If you want minimal wear and tear, you're in luck because this sedan is young with 28,157 miles. If you want convenient features, look no further because this Focus packs a long list of them, including:

Audio Input Jack
Bluetooth
MP3 Compatibility
Stability Control
Steering Wheel Controls
SYNC Satellite Communications
Traction Control

2014 Ford Focus SE

Engine: 2.0L I-4 GDI Ti-VCT Flex Fuel

Transmission: Automatic

Interior: Charcoal Black

Exterior: Tuxedo Black Metallic

Imagine how convenient and affordable your commute would be in this 2014 Focus. You'd have every modern amenity you need to stay comfortable and reap the benefits of great gas mileage, but the best part is that you can have it all for only $13,996. Stop by our Ford dealer for a test-drive, or check out our new Ford cars and trucks for sale.

Seymour Ford Lincoln is located at 2601 Seymour Road in Jackson, Michigan 49201. No matter what your auto need, we will work hard to ensure you never leave our dealership unsatisfied! Visit us at SeymourFord.com and SeymourLincoln.net or give us a call at (517) 787-9500.

Friday, October 23, 2015

When Should You Replace Your Windshield Wiper Blades?

JACKSON, Mich. – They say April showers bring May flowers, but spring isn't the only season that where the elements can decrease your visibility behind the wheel. Whether it's a spring deluge, a summer downpour, fall frost, or heavy winter snow, your windshield wipers are the one piece of equipment that keep your view clear, so it's important to make sure they're in proper working order.

If you're wondering what more you could possibly know about windshield wipers other than they function as mechanical squeegees, don't worry; we've got you covered! Check out the video below to learn when you should replace your windshield wiper blades, how to them clean, and how to keep them working well.

When Should You Replace Your Windshield Wiper Blades?

Maybe you're looking to replace more than your windshield wiper blades, and instead you're just ready for a new car all together. In that case, stop by our Lincoln and Ford dealer near Gregory, MI, to check out our new inventory of new Lincoln cars and new Ford cars and trucks. Seymour Ford Lincoln is located at 2601 Seymour Road in Jackson, Michigan 49201. No matter what your auto need, we will work hard to ensure you never leave our dealership unsatisfied! Visit us at SeymourFord.com and SeymourLincoln.net or give us a call at (517) 787-9500.

Monday, October 19, 2015

Used 2009 Lincoln MKS for Sale Near Mason, MI

Lincoln Dealer Near Mason, MI –– Automotive luxury has never been defined in better terms than those that describe a Lincoln, and this used 2009 Lincoln MKS base model is an exemplary vehicle that lives up to those standards. For $18,891, you can a experience a Lincoln MKS with only 52,668 miles that achieves 16 mpg city and 23 mpg highway, and includes luxury features such as:

All-Wheel Drive
Audio Input Jack
Bluetooth
Cooled Seats
Dual Zone Climate Control
MP3 Compatibility
Satellite Radio
Heated Seats
HID Headlights
Leather Seats
Security System
Steering Wheel Controls
SYNC Satellite Communications

2009 Lincoln MKS

Engine: 3.7L 24-Valve Duratec V6 w/ iVCT

Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic w/ Select-Shift

Interior: Light Camel

Exterior: White Chocolate Tri-Coat Clearcoat

Do you want to experience true luxury at a price within your budget? Place yourself behind the wheel of this 2009 Lincoln MKS and start driving at a new level. Stop by our Lincoln dealer for a test-drive, or check out our new Lincoln cars for sale.