Ford & 3M Rapidly Begin Production of Powered Respirators to Protect Healthcare Workers

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Borgman is proud to represent Ford, who has recently teamed up with 3M to develop much-needed powered respirators for healthcare workers. In response to the COVID-19 epidemic, the medical field in the United States has found itself in a shortage of protective equipment for workers, especially in Michigan. Ford and 3M developed a prototype for a powered respirator and brought it to production inside of 40 days. This was thanks in part to the nearly 90 paid volunteers from the UAW at Ford's Flat Rock Assembly Plant right here in Michigan.. 
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Get Your Vehicle Ready For Summer Adventures in West Michigan

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Now is a great time to make sure your vehicle is ready for summer adventures in West Michigan. At the time of this writing, the order is set to be lifted on May 15th with many businesses reopening Memorial Day Weekend. Before then, remember that the Borgman Service Center is offering Free Pickup & Delivery of your vehicle for all of your maintenance needs.
 
This month, we're giving you a quick list of some parts of your vehicle you should check before setting out on a Memorial Day road trip, including advice for how to identify potential problems.
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Ford & GE Team-Up To Mass-Produce Ventilators for Coronavirus Patients

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Borgman Ford is proud to stand beside Ford, who in a time of crisis is again stepping up to the plate to do their part. In a new partnership with General Electric, Ford will be mass-producing ventilators to help patients with severe COVID-19 symptoms recover. Ford also has the support of the United Auto Workers Union and expects to produce 50,000 ventilators in Michigan within 100 days. Production is expected to start at their Rawsonville Plant on April 20th, and once fully ramped up, Ford expects to be producing 30,000 ventilators a month.
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Borgman How To: Keep Your Vehicle Healthy During Shelter In Place

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Keep Your Vehicle Working During Social Distancing

While West Michigan drivers are staying home to help prevent the spread of coronavirus, it's important that steps are taken to ensure their vehicle stays healthy too. When vehicles sit for extended periods of time, tires, hoses, and other components can become damaged and require expensive repairs. In this Borgman How To, we'll give you a quick routine you can use to make sure your vehicle is ready to go. If you need any service for your vehicle, Borgman's Service Center is still open and offering Free Pickup & Delivery with…
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Ford Extends 6-Month No Payment Offer as Helping Hand to West MI Auto Shoppers

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Ford Will Pay The First 3 Months and Allow Deferment of 3 Months Payments for Eligible Customers

Borgman Ford has been tracking the COVID-19 outbreak carefully, and one of the most devastating aspects is the numerous people out of work due to layoffs.

In an unprecedented move, Ford has offered to cover the first 3 loan payments and allow the deferment of another 3 payments for borrowers who qualify. This lets people who need a new vehicle but find themselves in a tight spot to shop worry-free and drive home the vehicle they need for daily life - without making a…

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The New Ford F-150 is West Michigan's Ultimate Truck For Work Or Play

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Borgman Ford and Borgman Commercial are the proud home of the mighty Ford F-150 in Grand Rapids MI. The F-150 is America's favorite pickup truck for 43 years and counting, and every year new features and capabilities keep raising the bar on the competition. Favored among truck fans and West Michigan businesses alike, Borgman has been helping auto shoppers in Grand Rapids drive home the truck of their dreams since 1960. If you need to put one (or several) Ford F-150 pickups to work this spring, read about what makes this truck America's favorite and stop in to…
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How To Survive the West Michigan Pothole Season

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It's that time of year again: as the winter weather in West Michigan gives way to an early spring freeze-thaw cycle, potholes will start to appear en-masse across Grand Rapids motorways. Seasoned drivers may get very adept at spotting them and avoiding them - especially if they travel the same route every day - but hitting one is inevitable. The Borgman Service Center is here to help with some tips to avoid damaging your wheels or suspension should driving through one be unavoidable. 
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The Ford F-150 & Ford Mustang Claim Top Honors in J.D. Power Dependability Study

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Borgman Ford in Grand Rapids is excited to share with West Michigan truck and muscle car fans that the Ford F-150 and the Ford Mustang topped both of their segments in the 2020 J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study! Both of these vehicles serve as icons within Ford's lineup, whether it's for power, dependability, or style. These vehicles also feature SYNC 3, a robust infotainment system which contributed towards their score. An article appearing in the Official Ford Media Center explains more about the J.D. Power award and what launched the iconic duo to the top of…
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Ford Tough Chassis Cabs: Your Commercial Workhorse


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While West Michigan is still awaiting a “real winter,” the spring season isn’t far on its heels. Our goal at Borgman Ford is to ensure your business is ready to tackle whatever is thrown at you. Whether you need to move earth or a household, check out our Built Ford Tough lineup of chassis that are ready to be custom-built for your business. And — in case you haven't heard, we're letting you in on your future favorite fleet leader: the 2020 Super Duty Chassis Cab. 

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How Do Anti-Lock Brake Systems Work?

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Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) is a technology that works while you drive, ensuring that your braking system restores vehicle control when you start to feel out of control. Anti-lock braking didn’t become standard on vehicles across the world until three decades ago, which was a major improvement in safety while driving in unstable conditions. Understanding why ABS is part of your vehicle’s system and how it works is critical to knowing when it’s working in order to keep your driving as safe as possible, and when they’re not working and it’s time to bring it…

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