Customer Appreciation Day 2011

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We are in the final stages of getting everything together and setup for this Saturday’s Customer Appreciation Day. We started the tradition years ago as a thank you to our valued customers. For those of you who have never attended, we have DNA LifePrint here getting people setup with ID kits for their children. This Child ID kit is endorsed by John Walsh.

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Some of the other things we have going on are:  Karaoke, games and prizes for the children, hot dogs and hamburgers, Redskins cheerleaders will be here signing autographs (courtesy of Talley Jewelry), clowns, magic and more.

Plus we will have special discounts on select vehicles! Come in and check out the 2012 Focus or the all new 2011 Charger.

Stop by and see us at Waldorf Ford and Dodge.  Route 301 North in Waldorf.  Just 15 minutes south of Washington DC.

Memorial Day – Rolling Thunder Motorcycle Rally

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We have been busy here at the dealership getting things ready for the big Memorial Day weekend.  This afternoon things quieted down a bit and I had some time to think about feelings and reasons surrounding the holiday. It seems like there is more going on here than where I have lived before, in part because we are uniquely positioned in Southern Maryland and have a big military and government presence that is an important part of the culture here.  

I was talking earlier to some of the guys that work here and found out that a couple of them will be meeting up at All American Harley Davidson to participate in the Rolling Thunder ride in Washington DC.  Everyone who goes, has the desire to pay respect to the brave men & women who sacrifice so much in defense of our freedom.

Thousands of bikes will roll through the streets and ultimately end up near the Relecting Pool where Rolling Thunder speakers will take the stage.

I have not gone, but it is on my bucket list of things to do before I am unable to.  The men and women who have served, or are currently serving our country, deserve our thanks and our respect.  Rolling Thunder parade is one way people show how they feel, what are some of the other ways we can show our appreciation – not only on Memorial Day – but every day?  I hope you will join us here at Waldorf Ford in giving a big thank you to all of our troops.

Huh? SYNC can help you manage chronic illness?

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Yes, believe it or not, SYNC will be able help you manage your chronic illness.

As Americans take a more active role in managing their health and well-being, Ford researchers are taking a leading role in developing a series of health and wellness in-car connectivity solutions designed to empower people with self-help information while they drive.

Leveraging Ford SYNC® and its ability to connect devices via Bluetooth, access cloud-based Internet services and control smartphone apps, Ford is taking charge in this automotive whitespace area, developing industry-first voice-controlled in-car connections to an array of health aids from glucose monitoring devices, diabetes management services, asthma management tools and Web-based allergen alert solutions.

“Ford SYNC is well known in the industry and with consumers as a successful in-car infotainment system, but we want to broaden the paradigm, transforming SYNC into a tool that can help improve people’s lives as well as the driving experience,” said Paul Mascarenas, chief technology officer and vice president, Ford Research and Innovation.

Some of the ways it can bring health and wellness connectivity into the car right now are:

  • Device connectivity via Bluetooth – Leveraging Bluetooth, medical devices can be connected to the car to share information through SYNC, just like a driver connects and accesses his or her cellphone and address book by voice control
  • Cloud-based services – Ford created an off-board network of location-based traffic, directions and information providers that drivers can simply access via their cellphone. Known as SYNC Services, new services such as medical services can be easily added through this plug-and-play voice-controlled capability
  • AppLink – Ford’s latest SYNC innovation allows smartphone apps to be accessed by drivers via voice control. The SYNC application programming interface (API) allows app developers to enable their apps to communicate through SYNC, delivering a smarter way for drivers to manage apps while driving
Ongoing,  Ford is working to add Glucose monitoring, Allergy alerts and is working on a partnership with WellDoc, a recognized leader in emerging field of mHealth integrated services.
For the complete press release click here .  Stay tuned here and check into Waldorf Ford for the latest in Ford Technology information.  Waldorf Ford is located on Route 301 North in Waldorf, Maryland, just 15 minutes south of Washington D.C.

Waldorf Ford of Waldorf MD Receives Ford Credit’s Top 100 Award for 2010

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Waldorf Ford of Waldorf MD Receives Ford Credit’s Top 100 Award for 2010

Waldorf, MD;  April 28, 2011 – The Ford Credit Top 100 Award recognizes U.S. dealers for total contract volume.  Presenting the award to owners Tom Kody and Greg Basiliko were Scott Barnes,  Regional Manager for Ford Credit and Juliette Gurley, Regional Representative for Ford Credit

Waldorf Ford sent 996 contracts to Ford Motor Credit Company in 2010, putting them in the Top 100 volume dealers in the country.  Waldorf Ford is the only dealer in the Maryland, Virginia and Washington D.C.  to receive this award.

“Earning this award is a reflection of our entire staff’s commitment to negotiate the best financing options available for our customers” say Waldorf Ford owners, Tom Kody and Greg Basiliko. “We couldn’t be more proud of our staff and our customers for winning this award.  Accomplishments like this are helping us fulfill our mission to ‘Provide the finest automotive purchasing and ownership experience to our customers’.”

Thank you to all of our customers.

Waldorf Ford is located at 2440 Crain Highway, Waldorf MD. The sales and service the phone number is 301-843-2400.

About Ford Motor Credit Company

Ford Motor Credit Company LLC has provided dealer and customer financing to support the sale of Ford Motor Company products since 1959.  Ford Credit is an indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of Ford.  For more information, visit http://www.fordcredit.com.

Waldorf Ford Events

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Well, it looks like spring has finally sprung here in Southern Maryland.  The weather is getting warmer and the events in the region are starting to roll.  Here at Waldorf Ford, we already have events planned and are adding more all of the time.  Here are the events planned so far:

May 7th:  Cars and Coffee with Southern Maryland Mustang Club.  This is an all Ford “Cruise In” here at Waldorf Ford.  Come join us from 10 am to 1 pm for fun, food and friendship.  Admission is free, but donations are appreciated.  Any donations received that day will benefit Health Partners Inc of Waldorf.  Health Partners Inc is a non-profit organization that provides free health services t o members of Charles County that do not have health insurance and who cannot afford to pay for health care on their own.

June 4th:  Susan G Komen Global Race for a Cure, Washington D.C.  In 2008, we celebrated the 25th anniversary of the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, the largest series of 5K runs/fitness walks in the world, with well over one million participants since 2005.  The Komen Race for the Cure Series raises significant funds and awareness for the fight against breast cancer, celebrates breast cancer survivorship, and honors those who have lost their battle with the disease.  For more information or to register, please contact: Phone: 703-416-RACE  Email: info@globalraceforthecure.org

June 11th is our annual Customer Appreciation Day.  The day is filled with fun things for the kids to do and as in past years, DNA Lifeprint will be here with Children ID kits endorsed by John Walsh.  Join us for food, drinks, games and even karaoke!  Starts at 10 am and ends at 4 pm.

June 26th:  Mid Atlantic Cobra Association June 25th for the MACA 6th Annual Cruise-In. Come join the Mid Atlantic Cobra Association for a great networking opportunity.  All vehicles are welcome, but Cobras and GT500s get priority cruise position after the meet and greet.

If you want to stay up to date with new events as we add them, “like” us at facebook.com/waldorfford, or keep checking back here.

Wild Goose Chase

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We went on a wild goose chase today; quite literally. Last fall we developed a piece of property adjacent to our commercial lot, This additional lot is for additional vehicle display. The construction consisted of expanding the parking lot, adding new lights, creating a storm water management area (a bigger pond) and expansion of our small forest conservation area. It’s important to us to do what we can to help protect the Chesapeake Bay.

Apparently a pair of Canada geese really liked what we did! They have taken up residence and have started a family. The female is currently sitting on the nest, so we don’t know for sure that there are eggs under there – and I am not brave enough to try and find out! If our suspicions are correct, there is a good chance that we will have goslings in a few weeks. So keep checking for updates on our Facebook  page…. Waldorf Ford Maybe next time there will be a real chase involved!

Help Support the Charles County Humane Soceity

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Waldorf Ford had the pleasure of assisting Leah and Jenn from the Charles County Humane Society make a video to try and find good homes for the adorable animals at the shelter. They have kittens, puppies, cats, dogs, rabbits and many more animals! The fees vary, based on age of the animal and depending on what special they have going on each month.

You can check out all of the fees and different animals available at http://www.humanesocietycc.org/ or just stop by and see them in person at 71 Industrial Park Drive, Waldorf, MD. 20604 located in the heart of Southern Maryland.

Thank you so much for your support in helping find these animals a home.

The global launch has begun

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You have been hearing a lot lately about the coming of the 2012 Ford Focus. Well, the wait is over. At Waldorf Ford we received our first 2012 Focus this week and let me tell you…it was well worth the wait.

First impression is a sporty compact car. The exterior styling is a big deviation from the previous year Focus’. Sleek, sporty carry into the interior as well. Don’t let it fool you either, just because its a compact car, doesn’t mean that it is short on room inside. Somehow the Ford engineers have pulled a rabbit out of the hat and have created a extremely roomy and comfortable interior.

Digging below the surface you will find that the technology available on the 2012 Focus exceeds your wildest expectations for a car in this class. MyFord Touch integrates Climate, Phone, Entertainment and Information with simple to use voice commands. Plus there are so many fun things you can do with the MyFord Touch system, it will let you personalize your car more than ever before.

And the best part is that the 2012 Focus has an EPA rating of up to 40 MPG – and that is with the 6 speed Automatic! Sporty, affordable and economical – wow – a true trifecta!

Come see the 2012 Ford Focus at Waldorf Ford. We are located at 2450 Crain Highway, Waldorf Maryland, just 15 minutes south of Washington DC.