Spent a week in Vegas leading up and over Super Bowl weekend immersed in the world of car dealerships, auto makers and the best and brightest minds at the Digital Marketing Strategies Conference (DMSC) and attending the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) convention. Wanted to share some highlights to give you an insider view of what goes on behind the scenes with highlights of what happens when 20,000 automotive industry professionals gather in Las Vegas!
Digital Marketing Strategies Conference (DMSC) Tuesday - Friday
Best Speaker by far was Inspiration Speaker - Todd Durkin, CEO of Fitness Quest 10 Strategy. If you ever have the opportunity, run do not walk to hear this man speak! He will energize you and the entire room.
Fitness Quest 10 is a premier health and human performance facility in San Diego CA. We specializing in Sports Performance, Personal Training, Massage Therapy, Pilates, and Yoga. Owner and founder, Todd Durkin, is a leader in the fitness industry training athletes like LaDainian Tomlinson, Drew Brees, Carson Palmer, and Reggie Bush just to name a few. Todd’s passion for health and fitness has lead Fitness Quest 10 to be recently named one of the top 10 training facilities in America by the nationally publicized Men’s Health magazine. To find out more information about Fitness Quest 10 please visit his website at www.FitnessQuest10.com.
Lots of thought leaders and awesome workshops during DSMC on social media strategies and connecting with shoppers at ZMOT, Winning the Zero Moment of Truth, a new Google 75 page FREE eBook. Attended social gathering galore with some of the brightest minds in the industry. Had the opportunity to keynote on "What is Your Strategy To Dominate Your Market with Women Buyers?" to rally dealerships to deliver a WOW experience to women.
Thank you Brian and Glenn Pasch and PCG Digital for including me in this powerful thought leader educational event.
Happy Friday, Ask Patty Nation! Today we conclude our week of Super Bowl ads and teasers with a whole slew of videos. Many many companies are releasing their full Super Bowl ads early, and some of them are in this batch, so be fairly warned if you'd rather see them "fresh" during the game. I was going to make it a dog video trifecta, but the "Confident You" spot from Cars.com was too entertaining to skip. After that, we'll see a pair of spots by Subaru from their "Dog Tested and Approved" campaign, and finally - the full ad teased by the VW "Bark Side" video featured here last week is actually two ads in one, includes a look at the new new Beetle ... and it's hilarious.
It's hard to believe January is almost gone already. It's winter in the AskPatty Nation, for whatever that's worth - it's been blissfully mild for this Tennessee native, which is a welcome relief from the snowy days of the past two winters. But whatever the weather is, it's not slowing down the Ask Patty Certified Female Friendly locations who have hit the ground running in 2012. Check them out!
Victoria Transmission Victoria Transmission & Auto Care is supporting their community through donations for the Mustard Seed Food Bank. An organization started to address the needs in the Victoria, BC area, they expanded to become the largest food bank on Vancouver Island. Bring your vehicle in for a Transmission Service by 1/31/2012 – and we will make a $25 donation to the Mustard Seed Food Bank, Victoria. Visit their website for more information or make an appointment today: http://victrans.com/
Pearson Ford Pearson Ford of Zionsville had joined the Auto Safety Association of America as the exclusive Ford Motor Company center for the greater Indianapolis area. Ford, Lincoln and Mercury owners can now go to the ASA’s website www.autosafetynow.org and schedule a free vehicle recall check as well as a free vehicle safety inspection with Pearson Ford. full article: http://www.pr.com/press-release/382149
Tires Plus Total Car Care Tires Plus Total Car Care - Minot, Minot Air Force Base and Bismarck, North Dakota, has been recoginzed in their local press as a Certified Female Frienldy location. With an empahasis on better communication and making their customers more comfortable, owner Jard Lundeen is taking the AskPatty training to heart. Among the things they did was add a collection of family DVDs, books and magazines for children, they have snacks and a coffee machine that makes single servings from a wide variety of flavored choices. full article: http://bit.ly/sABMv8
Nigro's Auto Body ABRN (Auto Body Repair News) analysed the collision industry and selected 10 shops from across the country that stood out as leaders above all the rest. These shops go the extra mile for their clients, their community, and their workmanship. We are pleased to announce that Nigro’s Auto Body of Philadelphia, PA has made the list of top shops, and remains one of the most innovative and unique body shops in the United States. “Much about Nigro's is unusual. The shop actually traces its origins to Italy and the European method of repairing vehicles, which Nigro says outpaces much of the technology used in America. Co-owner and father of Domenic, Aniello Nigro trained and worked in Florence, Italy, before coming to Philadelphia to open the shop in 1984.” Check out the whole story here: http://bit.ly/xkKDQ0
Steven Toyota Steven Toyota of Harrisonburg, VA celebrated their 20th anniversary this month. Congratulations! Here's what they had to say on Facebook about the event: "Thank you to all of our wonderful customers & our dedicated employees. We would not be where we are without you! We look forward to serving the Valley for many more years! Stop by & celebrate with us!"
Potomac Falls Express Lube & Car Wash Potomac Falls Express Lube & Car Wash, Potomac Falls, Virginia, has partnered with a number of local restaurants to offer savings on automotive services and lunch! Visit their location Monday through Friday between the hours of 11:30 and 2 p.m. to save on Express Lube services and receive a coupon to use that day at the one of the participating restaurants. Follow the link to see a list of restaurants and special offers: http://bit.ly/zHv546
Happy Holidays, Ask Patty Nation! It is hard to believe that 2011 has truly almost passed into history - it seems only yesterday that I was sending out "Happy New Year" greetings celebrating the beginning of 2011. Yet here we are, days away from Christmas, in the midst of Chanukah, and fresh from the winter solstice, getting ready to begin 2012. As we peek in on a snapshot of our own Certified Female Friendly locations it's clear that holiday cheer is spreading - from toy drives to food drives and other cause related initiatives, there's enough goodwill in our clients to make any grinch's heart grow ten sizes. Let's take a look...
Jim Ellis AUDI Atlanta TOYS FOR TOTS Time!! YES, we are a Toys for Tots donation spot! Each toy you donate gets you ONE entry into our raffle for ZAC BROWN BAND tickets on New Year's Eve! Employees, you can play, too... :) The drawing will take place before Christmas. Let's get those toys in! Jim Ellis also gives Facebook visitors daily prizes to celebrate the multiple accolades that Audi has received during the year in the Audi Season of Giving. Every day on their Facebook page, Jim Ellis Audi is giving away Atlanta Falcons game tickets, Atlanta Hawks tickets, gift cards to restaurants, museum tickets and many other prizes.
Maintenance & More of Albuquerque also hosted a toy drive benefitting Toys for Tots this month, just wrapping up their festivities this week. They've been collecting toys all month long.
Meade Lexus of Lakeside and Southfield hosted a Holiday Toy Drive to Support Local Kids Fighting Cancer. “The Bottomless Toy Chest,” based in Birmingham, is devoted to delivering toys and crafts to local children to keep their spirits up as they undergo cancer treatments. And with your help, Meade Lexus wanted to raise as many spirits as possible in time for the holidays. Meade Lexus of Lakeside and Meade Lexus of Southfield each hosted a Holiday Toy Drive to begin Monday, November 21st.Each Meade dealership accepted donations for three weeks and then rounded up employees to participate in a “Wrap Party,” where every collected item was gift-wrapped and prepared for patient delivery. The toys were delivered to children at local hospitals, including Beaumont, St. John's, and the DMC Children's Hospital of Michigan.
DARCARS' Tammy Darvish spoke last month at the Northern Virginia Women’s Business Conference, which provides visionary women the opportunity to discover the tools for success and make strategic business connections in the Northern Virginia region. She joined keynote speaker Cathrine Ann, the once-homeless founder of Consumer Connection Inc., a leading international customer service monitoring firm that employs thousands throughout North America, and gave the event's closing address.
Valencia Acura's Cheri Fleming has been nominated as the Los Angeles County Woman of the Year. With husband Don, whom she married in 1984, the couple purchased Valencia Acura in 1997. With Cheri heading up the dealership as dealer principal, Don serves as the store’s general manager. Her list of awards and accolades seems to grow almost daily. In addition to being named the American International Automotive Dealer Association Dealer of the Year in 2006, Fleming was SCV Woman of the Year in 2004, Betty Ferguson Foundation Woman of Honor in 2001 and in 2007 was named California State Senator George Runner’s Woman of the Year
Potomac Falls Express Lube & Car Wash participated in Grace for Vets on Veteran's Day, Friday, November 11, 2011. All Veterans and active military personnel who attended received an eco-friendly FREE car wash to thank them for serving our country. This month, they're offering a 25% discount on its full line of Passchal Eco-Luxury bags through December 31, 2011. Come see their one-of-a-kind, Passchal eco-luxury bags for men and women created from discarded tractor tire inner tubes and leather; each is hand-crafted in the USA to Coach-quality standards!
Lone Star Chevrolet is Celebrating 100 Years of Chevrolet, and they went all out to say "Thank You" to their loyal customers. On Saturday November 5th, Lone Star Chevrolet, Houston's #1 Chevrolet Dealership, hosted a Texas Sized party! Hot Dogs, Apple Pie, Gift Cards and Giveaways throughout the day - plus test drives on all the newest cars. One lucky custimer has a chance to win Taylor Swift tickets at Minute Maid Park.
Gages Lake Auto in Gages Lake, Illinois, hosted a Thanksgiving Food Drive. Thanksgiving is that wonderful holiday filled with turkey, football and family. We all have so much to celebrate and to be grateful for. What if everyone stretched the idea of giving thanks beyond one day and made it a way of life? Gages Lake Auto wants to give thanks to the community by giving back, and last month they hosted a food drive to support the Northern Illinois Food Bank.
A & J Automotive in Raleigh, NC has partnered with Raleigh Rescue Mission. Please help fill TEN tubs with food during the 2011 Tubs of Love food drive. Give 3 or more food items, and receive a $10 voucher towards your next auto service! Food Drive Donations accepted November 1 – December 31, 2011, Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:30 pm. Locations: 5001 Departure Drive and 1426 Wilders Grove Lane, Raleigh. Visit their web page for more details: http://ajautorepair.com/food-drive.
Matt Piper of FCC Collision Centers, along with other generous contributors, helped to transform a cheap beater into a sweet ride and present the refurbished car to a returning war veteran. Army Specialist Anthony Gadd, 26, picked up a formerly beat-up 1996 Volkswagen Golf with a messed-up bumper, which had been completely fixed, inside and out, and painted, all for free. FCC Collision Centers has always been proud to support their community. To read the full story, go to mercurynews.com., and follow FCC Collision Centers of FaceBook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/FCC-Collision-Centers/121424526978?ref=ts.
South Philadelphia’s own Nigro’s Auto Body is proud to announce their new “Choose Your Charity” program. This holiday season, Nigro’s will donate 10% (up to $250) of new customer claims to charity. Customers can choose from five different organizations (Red Cross, The Food Trust, Variety, United Way, SPCA).
Wow, it's hard to believe, but it's true: we are officially into single digits on our "days until Christmas" countdown. A little more than a week remains until tinsel time, but there's still time to bring you one last Holiday Gift Garage post, this time focused on the one person we haven't shopped for yet: YOU!
We've done the kids, and we've done the pets, now it's time for us to look at some great automotive themed gifts that will make your holiday a little bit brighter, and maybe a little bit safer, too. Let's get to it!
The CarMD Vehicle Health System - Check engine light on? It's one of life's deepest mysteries - what, oh what could that light possibly mean? Is it your gas cap? A sensor of some sort malfunctioning? To find out, you'll have to take it to a mechanic and have it scanned, or - you could do it yourself, at home. CarMD uses the same sophisticated technology your mechanic uses, but was designed for everyone to use. It does not matter whether you know a lot about cars or don't have a clue. The CarMD Vehicle Health system will not only tell you what that check engine light means, it'll also tell you how much you can expect to pay for a repair, not to mention empowering you with the ability to diagnose and even fix simple problems yourself. It even does emissions testing, so you're not surprised come inspection time.
The Wagan Heated Seat Cushion - Some people have heated seats in their cars already. I very much enjoy being in the passenger seat with those people during the winter, because my own car doesn't have that feature. If you're in the same boat, stop hitching lifts to keep your behind warm and treat yourself to this heated seat cushion. Apparently I'm not alone, because it's one of the most wished-for automotive items on Amazon today - and at $20, it's a no-brainer, really.
Jump-n-Carry Jumpstarter - No one wants to be stuck, especially not in winter. If you get stranded with a dead battery it's either find a good samaritan to give you a boost, or wait for a friend, family member, or roadside assistance to arrive... and if it's the latter, you'll be waiting a while. This jumpstarter can get you back on the road quickly and painlessly - it jumpstarts your own engine! A must have for any vehicle emergency kit.
Craftsman NEXTEC Inflator - A perfect companion piece to the jumpstarter, this will keep those tires ready for the road. Powered by a 12.0 Volt Die-Hard® Lithium-Ion battery for enhanced performance and longer shelf-life, this unit's powerful, adjustable air pressure quickly inflates objects all the way up to 200PSI! Fill up a variety of inflatable's including pool toys, sports equipment and yes, vehicle tires. Simply use the up/down arrows to set the desired PSI on the digital screen and it will do the rest. Once the desired PSI is met the inflator will automatically shut off to prevent over inflating.
3M Scotchprint Wrap Film - Want to make your ride a little more distinctive? More affortable and less permanent than paint, this awesome wrap film is the perfect way to customize your car for a day, a year, or more. Choose from a variety of finishes, textures and colors including carbon fiber, that off a unique, head-turning look. You can get a sample, more info, and installation instructions at 3M's website.
MADD Virgin Drinks- If you're attending holiday parties and driving, please remember to do so responsibly. To help you keep yourself and your family safe, MADD presents a series of virgin beverages that allow you to participate in holiday cheer without any of the ill-effects. These virgin drinks are all 100% alcohol-free, and varieties include champagne, merlot, chardonnay, mojito, pina colada, margarita, and even a virgin lager. Remember, at the holidays and every day, buzzed driving IS drunk driving and one small step can and will save lives.
Welcome back to another Ask Patty Holiday Gift Garage - last week the focus was on gifts for kids, but this week we're talking about some gifts for those furry kids, our beloved pets. At a loss for what to pick up for that pet lover in your life, or even looking for something to make your own pets' holiday a little brighter? Look no further than the Ask Patty Holiday Gift Garage - Pets edition!
Bark Buckle UP Pet Safety Kit - First and foremost, pet travel safety is very important to us at Ask Patty. We love our animals, and we love our road trips, and if you're the same then you need the Bark Buckle UP Pet Safety kit. The Bark Buckle UP Pet Safety Kit was designed to protect your pets if you are in an accident. First Responders will locate the pet safety kit in your glove box and call your contacts to come get your pet plus inform them you have been in an accident. Plus - it is absolutely positively free, so get yours today.
Canine Calendar for a Cause - Benefitting humans as well as being a perfect gift for dog lovers, this is a beautifully crafted sepia book/planner/calendar featuring more that 150 dogs that are helping find the cause to lead to a cure for Multiple Sclerosis. Photographed by leading photographers, there are doggie recipes, amusing maxims, and wonderful photos. The perfect gift for the Dog-Lover in your life. The Accelerated Cure Project for MS, Cincinnati Cause Chapter.
AKC Pet First Aid Kit - Expect the unexpected. The American Kennel Club® Pet First Aid Kit is an invaluable resource to have on hand in those unexpected pet emergencies. The pet first aid kit includes all the necessary items commonly needed to quickly and effectively treat your pet in an emergency or pet injury. This pet first aid kit is very affordable and comes in an attractive, easy-to-carry case.
Eco-Me Natural Cat & Dog Care Products - Great all natural chemical free products that are safe for your pets. Clinically tested and proven safe and effective. Mix up your own natural dog flea spray, treats,Dry Shampoo and more! These great kits provide you with the all-natural ingredients to make a complete line of pet care products. You supply at-home ingredients such as vinegar and baking soda - and for those of you a little leery, I can personally vouch for this one. Not only do we use these simple and all-natural solutions for our pets, but vinegar, baking soda, lemon juice, and salt represents the entire breadth of cleaning products we use at home all the time. For the cat version of the kit, go here.
Automotive Bed for Stylish Travelers - For those animals who are always 'on the go,' even while taking a nap. You can't go wrong with this Malibu Dream Car pet bed! Available in pink or navy blue, dogs and cats alike will feel right at home in the driver's seat of this car. No safety harness necessary!
Dogtek Eyenimal Digital Video Camera for Pets - Do you wonder what the world looks like from your pet's point of view? Want to keep tabs on where they go, what they do, when you're not at home? The Eyenimal digital camera is for you. This camera, designed specifically for pets, fastens securely to your animal's collar and records their antics from their point of view, with sound. This is a perfect gift for anyone who wants to get to know their pets a little more.
iPet Companion - Hands down, this is the coolest thing on the list. A perfect gift for anyone who loves animals, even those allergic! First of all, for those without pets who just love animals, for those with no time, health issues, or other barriers, the iPet companion website allows you to play with shelter pets in real-time via a video and interactive toy link. These pets, who are adoptable, by the way - and if you're in the market for a pet yourself, please adopt a shelter pet and save a life - will connect with you in a very real way even though you're separated by miles of country. This is why I love the internet.
Second - and this is my favorite part - the iPet Companion Home Edition is a purchaseable iPet setup for your own home. Want to check in on your pets while you're at the office, and even play with them for a bit? You can do it with this. Includes two interactive toy controllers, a camera, and a control box. Once it's setup, you can use the iPet website to interact with your precious pets from anywhere in real-time... and so can your friends! Now, these guys are so popular that they're actually out of stock, but it's just too cool not to mention. The next production run is scheduled for March of 2012, and I'd imagine they'll sell out again fairly quickly. Still - what a wonderful belated holiday gift this would be, right?
It's that time again! Holiday Gift Garage season on Ask Patty is the time when we share great auto-themed gift ideas with you, and this year we have a series of gift garages planned to help you get prepared for holiday shopping!
In this first Gift Garage post, we're going to talk a little bit about gifts for the kids, and a little bit about safety, too. Well, what are we waiting for? It's December 2! Let's get to it!
Disney / Pixar Cars 2 Carrera Racers - Anyone who is around my age will know exactly what this is. Carrera slot car circuits have been around since the 1960's, and they are still the brand of choice if you're looking for classic high-speed slot racing fun. Their controls, circuits, and cars are without par. This year, you can race Disney / Pixar's own Lightning McQueen and the gang with teh Carrera Cars 2 collection. We reviewed the blockbuster film here when it was released, and it came as no surprise that a plethora of merchandise was to follow. There are plenty of Cars 2 gift ideas for the little McQueen fan in your home, but for my money, the sheer nostalgic joy of the Cars 2 Carrera Slot Racing set is the way to go. After the DVD or Blu-Ray purchase, of course.
Hot Wheels Video Racers - These things are awesome. Hot Wheels is another brand that has been ubiquitous on toy shelves for decades, and they're also constant innovators, trying to make the most of their product. The Video Racer in particular is such a neat idea, I want one! It's a larger car than your typical Hot Wheels racer, but that's because it has a camera in the grille. It records while it races, and thanks to a video screen on the car's underside, the racing footage can be reviewed in real time and also loaded into companion PC software (a free download, no less) where these videos can be edited, cut together, and spiced up with effects and other extras. I would play with this thing for hours, no kidding.
Formula 1 2011 - If your kids are tied to their gaming devices, this is the one for you. Racing games come and go, and many of them are a lot of fun, but whenever one comes out that boasts a little special something called realism I have to take note. Ever since the days of the original NASCAR Racing game for the PC, the more realistic racing games have always been especially appealing to me, and to you too if you're a motorsports fan. F1 2011 comes complete with actual drivers, teams and circuits featured in the 2011 F1 Championship, boasts not only exciting single-player content, but an engaging multiplayer mode as well. It's available for Xbox, PS3 and PC already, but was just released for the Nintendo 3DS handheld, and that's the way I'd go because I love gaming on the go.
The Power Wheels Boss Mustang from Ford - For those who prefer to keep their car toys a little more tangible, the officially licensed Power Wheels Mustang is the way to go. Modeled after the boss version of the full size Ford Mustang, it is a 2 seat, 12 volt racer with realistic styling, look and colors. The vehicle features a sound box with cool motor sounds, an adjustable seat and cup holder. Power Wheels is another of those brands that has a long history of quality, having produced powered ride-on toys since the early 70's. More than 30 years later and with over 25 million vehicles on the road to date, Power Wheels continues to be the #1 battery-powered vehicle brand in the business, so if you're looking for the best way to bring the power of that full-size Mustang down to a kid-tameable size, this is the way to do it.
Also from Ford, the Build-a-Bear Mustang - For the Mustang fan who has everything, Build-a-Bear Workshops presents the officially licensed Ford Mustang plush. I'm not at all ashamed to admit that there are more than a few Build-a-Bear plushes around my house - and I don't have kids! The quality and charm of the Build-A-Bear animals is unparalleled, and the process - well, let me just say if you've never made one, you need to, just to experience it. You choose your animal, and pick up an empty 'skin'. The bear is hand-stuffed for you by a friendly associate, who also allows you to place the beating (via a blinking red LED) heart inside before closing it up. Then, you can choose clothes and other accessories for your new friend, name it, and even print your very own adoption certificate. As you can see from the link, you can also order them already assembled, but this particular animal is currently backordered. It's just as well - seek out an actual store and build one yourself. It's a stuffed animal experience that makes the animal mean so much more once it's home, because you actually had a hand in its creation. Highly recommended.
Check back often for more Gift Garages and the Holiday Season continues! Have a great weekend, Ask Patty nation!
Specialty Equipment Market Association / Automotive Aftermarket Product Expo
Roaming the miles and miles of SEMA and AAPEX looking for female-friendly products was like looking for a needle in a haystack. For some reason many of the distributors still don’t understand that women are making 65% of all buying decisions. There were too many vendors using thinly clad young women to lure buyers into their booths instead of featuring the benefits of their products and services. I also found that most of them dismissed me as a buyer until I pushed for a conversation and helped them understand that I knew what I was talking about and had a valid interest in their products. There were many vendors that would benefit from taking the AskPatty.com “Female Friendly Training”.
It took some hunting, but I did find a couple female friendly products.
As you may have heard (once or twice, if you follow the blog) October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and things are looking just rosy all over the Ask Patty Nation as our Certified Female Friendly shops and dealers think pink and support worthy causes such as Komen for the Cure, AutoTex PINK, and more. Read on...
Community Tire Pros & Auto Repair, with 5 locations in Phoenix and Glendale, Arizona, will be focused on Car Care Awareness and Breast Cancer Awareness during the month of October. Customers visiting the stores can earn a gift-with-purchase, such as a co-branded Computer bag - limited to the first 12 per store, with other items given out such as side pouches, Key Chain emergency whistles, Cancer Information packets, etc. They have also been busy remodeling locations and are planning the Grand Re-opening for Nov. 3rd & 4th, with the celebration of "Customer/Vendor Appreciation Day!" Visit their website for more information and updates: http://www.communitytireaz.com.
Shockley Honda, in Frederick, Maryland, is showing their PINK in support of Breast Cancer awareness month. Bring in a bra or a donation to Shockley Honda during the month, and receive $50.00 off any repair over $250.00 Visit their website to print the coupon and read more about their outstanding Sales and Service Departments: http://www.shockleyhonda.com/page/service_specials/en/.
American Tire & Auto Care of Old Bridge, New Jersey, along with their sister locations serving all of Central New Jersey, will be donating $1.00 for every Omni Tire sold during the month of October. In support of The Breast Cancer Research Fund (www.bcrfcure.org), American Tire & Auto has partnered with Radar for the Mobilizing Hope campaign. Radar will be donating a minimum of $250,000.00 from Omni Tire sales across the country. Visit American Tire & Auto Care's website to print your coupon or to read more about the cause: http://www.americantires.net/coupons.aspx.
Hope Peterson, certified technician and owner of New Hope Auto & Truck in Pinellas Park, Florida, continues to provide her customers, and the community, and invaluable service by hosting Free Car Care Clinics. The Clinics are designed to be informational and hands on. The class will cover general vehicle maintenance, keeping maintenance logs, reviewing each participants car and following hand-outs provided the National Car Care Council. Click on her website for more clinic dates and information: http://www.newhopeautoandtruck.com.
Bill's Auto Care in Batavia, New York, has received the AAA Top Shop Award for an impressive 4th year in a row! Since 2008, when AAA surveyed clients about their service experiences they were greeted with an overwhelming 99.1% satisfaction rating, with 100% saying they would recommend Bill's Auto Care to their friends for service. Congratulations t Bill's Auto on their 2011 award.
Schoen Place Auto is holding a bike drive for R Community Bikes. The drive will be held in the Schoen Place Auto parking lot,and volunteers will be here to help unload bikes from cars. They will accept bike donationsanytime during business hours. So people who can not make it for the formal bike drive can stop inanytime before or after the event.R Community Bikes is a grassroots, 501(c)3 organization that collects and repairsused bicycles for distribution, free of charge, to Rochester, NY’s most needychildren and adults.
Pumpelly Tire held a Pink Celebration on October 4 at the Lake Charles Country Club. At the event they collected donations and brought in local Breast Cancer Survivors to join us.
Jon Lancaster Toyota Scion and C&D Auto Care are among the many clients who are doing donation drives this October for Komen for the Cure this month.
...and let's not forget the many CFF locations who support Breast Cancer research in the US and Canada every day by selling AutoTex PINK wiper blades at their locations. Find a location near you on our AutoTex PINK showcase page, and get yourself a set today!
As temperatures cool and the leaves begin to change, there's no doubt: Fall has arrived to the Ask Patty Nation. The road trips of summer have past and now we look forward to Fall Car Care Month and other great causes in October and beyond. This month our nation of CFF locations are celebrating growth and change with new locations, educating their customers with clinics, and utilizing their social media presences to reach their customers in some exciting new ways.
Mike's Auto Service & Repair in West Springfield, Massachusetts, has been recognized by AutoInc. Online with their "Shop Site of the Month" award for their interactive and helpful website. Combining thoughtful and informative content, interactive features, and as an AutoTexPink Wiper Blade distributor, they have an entire page dedicated to the Wipe Out Breast Cancer campaign: http://www.mikesautoservicerepair.com.
Action Tire in Barrie, Ontario, is celebrating the Grand Opening of their second location On October 1st. A full day with food, fun, community support and a chance to test your driving skills on Bridgestone’s Race Simulator or Participate in the Pit Crew Challenge. New location address 696 Bayview Drive, in Barrie, joins the original location at 40 Morrow Road.
Puente Hills Hyundai, located at 17621 Gale Avenue, in City of Industry, California, is a proud sponsor of Hyundai’s Hope on Wheels campaign. To commemorate National Children’s Cancer Awareness Month in September, Puente Hills Hyundai in City of Industry, Calif., offered free car washes to join the fight. The dealership had a goal to raise $8,000—a dollar for every customer in the database.
Hackney Auto, Truck & Fleet, a full-service auto, truck and fleet repair center, will be moving to a new location in September. More spacious and inviting to serve all their Austin area customers. Please stop by to wish them well! New Address: 11600 Manchaca Road, Bldg. #2, Austin, Texas 78748.
Waukegan Tire has been having great success with their line of Passchal bags, and they recently had the honor of hosting their own celebrity customer! The Chicago Bears' own Chris Harris (aka Hitman Harris #46) is shown here with his Passchal travel bag. We look forward to seeing him use the travel bag when the Bears go to the Superbowl this year!
Town & Country Auto Repair is hosting a Car Care Clinic this Fall! Sign up on their website and they will reserve your seat and have special flowers waiting for you. Come and learn about tire pressure and tread depth, fluids and oil, signs that brakes give you, how to clean battery posts, how to jump start a vehicle, what emergency items should always be kept in the vehicle in case of a breakdown, and develop a basic understanding of the automobile systems in a positive and welcoming environment. Sign up here: http://www.townandcountryautorepair.com/
Jon Lancaster Toyota Scion is embracing the benefits of Facebook with a Social Media Deluxe Car Wash Coupon Contest. One coupon will be given daily for 6 days. (mon-friday only) If you are the first person to answer the question correctly, you will win a Free Car Wash. (No Toyota employees or Jon Lancaster Staff are able to win) (you have 2 days to pick up your prize) a photo needs to be taken to put on this page, no name required. Good Luck!
Alta View Tires is also utilizing their social media presence - October is Fall Car Care Month, and Alta View will be featuring Facebook exclusive specials starting on 10/1
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