The First Ever Ford Plug-In Hybrid Police Car Arrives in Grand Rapids Next Summer

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Borgman Ford Proud To Offer Eco-Friendly Options for West Michigan Public Safety Organizations

Borgman Ford is proud to offer quality Ford Vehicles to drivers in West Michigan, and we pride ourselves on our selection of eco-friendly cars, SUVs, and Trucks. Saving money on fuel isn't the only benefit of choosing from the Ford EcoBoost, Hybrid, or Energi lineup; drivers also help keep West Michigan beautiful by reducing or eliminating emissions.

Because public safety officials such as fire chiefs and detectives spend a considerable amount of their day driving around, Ford has added a New Plug-In Hybrid sedan to their…
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5 Awesome Improvements You'll See In The New 2018 Mazda6 Next Spring

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Check Out The Latest Upgrades to the 2018 Mazda6: Coming Soon to Borgman Mazda in Grand Rapids

With the recent reveal of the New 2018 Mazda6 at the Los Angeles Auto show, Borgman Mazda is excited to share some key improvements that were announced during Mazda's presentation! Although the 2018 model-year carries a big update to the Mazda6 with a long list of new features and tweaks, there are five key areas that shine…
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Motor Trend Crowns The New F-150 As "Truck of the Year" For Fifth Time


Borgman Ford is pleased to announce to our truck fans in West Michigan that Motor Trend has named the New Ford F-150 as 2018 Truck of the Year! This is the 5th time the F-150 has earned the honor, and it compliments the Ford Super Duty's win from last year.

Every year, Motor Trend editors review several trucks from many different manufacturers. After spending quality time with the 2018 F-150 XL, Lariat, Platinum, and Raptor, the decision was unanimous. The F-150 would take home the crown this year, thanks to superior design, engineering, safety features, value, efficiency, and performance…
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10 Tips for Safe Holiday Travel

 
Borgman Ford Mazda wishes you and yours a safe and happy holiday. Whether you'll be spending your time with loved ones in the greater Grand Rapids area, or taking your family on a road trip, please take care on the roads. Because there will be many more people on the road than usual, here are 10 handy tips to make sure you have a safe journey!
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Toys for Tots Drive 2017... in Transit Vans!


Borgman Ford is playing Santa's sleigh-helper for the 2017 Toys for Tots Drive. Area Marine Corps Reserve volunteers will be touring the town to collect toys to brighten the life of a child this Christmas in two Ford Transit Vans loaned to the cause. Each year, the US Marine Corps teams up with various businesses and organizations to provide toy drop-off locations for those wishing to make a donation.
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Ford Helps Michigan Assembly Line Workers Reduce Fatigue With Wearable "Exoskeleton"

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Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids Applauds Ford For Investing In Their Employees' Well-Being

Borgman Ford is continually impressed with the advances Ford is making in their current and future generations of vehicles. However, this latest trial-run of new technology isn't going into the vehicles themselves but helping to support the workers who make them. With the help of Ekso Bionics in California, Ford is outfitting some of their assembly line workers with an advanced, non-powered exoskeleton to better support their upper body while performing tasks above their head.
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Three Exciting Things Mazda Brought To The 2017 Tokyo Motor Show

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Borgman Mazda Excited For The Future of Cars in West Michigan

Borgman Mazda has been tuned-in to the coverage of the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show, and now that it's wrapped up, we're excited to share three exciting exhibits from Mazda with our fans in West Michigan. On display this year was a re-imagining of the Vision Coupe from the 2015 show, an all-new concept called the Mazda Kai, and more information on the upcoming SKYACTIV-X Engine. These will serve as the basis for Mazda's next generation of vehicles, with elements of their designs making appearances throughout the…
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How Ford Brought Eco-Friendly Foam into Over 18 Million Vehicles

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West Michigan Drivers Reap Benefits of Renewable Research & Testing

At Borgman Ford, we're always interested in the latest news regarding new technology in the auto industry, especially when its focus is to improve the experience of West Michigan drivers. Over the years, Ford has been making a big push to minimize their impact on the environment. Some of this is done directly, through reducing their water usage and manufacturing waste, while other efforts are a bit more unconventional.

For example, take the driver's seat in a Ford Vehicle. Years and years ago, using petroleum-based foam padding was the…
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Classic Ford Model T & '66 Mustang Up For Auction This Weekend in West Michigan

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Your Chance To Own Iconic Pieces of Ford History at Miedema Auctions

Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids is pleased to share with auto enthusiasts in West Michigan that two of Ford's most recognizable vehicles from yesteryear will be up for auction this weekend on Saturday, November 4th. Held at Miedema Auctioneering in Lakeview, Michigan, the auction will feature a number of items and vehicles, including partially-restored 1966 Ford Mustang GT Fastback and a 1926 Ford Model T Sedan. The auction begins at 10 a.m, and you can view the entire…
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Borgman How To: Pre-Winter Windshield Wiper Check & Maintenance

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How To Inspect Your Wiper Blades Before The West Michigan Winter Hits

During the warmer months, we only really use our wipers during a rainstorm or cleaning gunk off of the windshield. However, once the snow flies, making sure wipers can do their job becomes more of a safety issue. At the very least, worn wiper blades will make a lot of horrible noise and leave streaks on the windshield. When they get really bad…
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