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Lease Wear & Tear Protection - What It Includes & If It's Worth It for You

Lease Wear Coverage - Wear & Tear Protection

Excess wear and tear charges are a common concern among lessees. If you’re worried about paying a penalty at the end of your lease, MPP offers Lease Wear Coverage that provides up to $5,000 in protection.

Am I a good candidate for lease wear coverage?
This really depends on several factors, but if you reply yes to the majority of the statements below, it may be worth considering.

  • I plan on getting a…
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The 5 Worst Things You Can Do To Your Car

If you care about your car and want to ensure it stays in good health for years to come, there are some things you should never do to it. See our list of the five worst things a driver can do to their car.

Driving When a Car Overheats
When you see a slight increase in the temperature gauge, you can do small things like turn off the AC to try and prevent it from rising any further. However, if temperatures continue to increase, or if the gauge is rising quickly, you should get off the road as fast as…

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How to Avoid Hydroplaning & What to Do if It Happens

The word hydroplane refers to the sliding of a vehicle's tires on a wet road or highway. When this happens, it's easy to lose control of the car and wind up in an accident. So with rainy weather here in Duluth, Georgia, it's a good time to learn what you can do to avoid hydroplaning, as well as what to do in a hydroplaning situation.

When weather conditions are poor there's…

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Shop With a Consumers' Choice Award Winner

Gwinnett Place Ford is the proud recipient of a 2014 Consumers' Choice Award! Through the CCA program, consumers nominate their favorite local businesses, then the CCA commission conducts 12-month independent surveys and ethics reviews to narrow down award winners.

The Consumers' Choice Awards recognize businesses that demonstrate superior customer service, professionalism and integrity, but more importantly they reflect strong customer satisfaction. The CCA program has existed for over 25 years now and its awards are…

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Best All-Weather Tires for Your Ford Car or SUV

Locals may find themselves in some rough driving conditions now that winter's hit Duluth, but unfortunately most of us can't stay inside and hide from the rain all together. Tires play a big role in driving safety, so it's a good time to start thinking about upgrading to all-season tires if your old stock tires are ready to be replaced. From Goodyear to Michelin and Bridgestone, we've got details about what…

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Ford's New Free Brake Pad Offer Announced

Purchase a set of Motorcraft brake pads at Gwinnett Place Ford and we'll replace them at no cost for as long as you own the vehicle (labor fees not included). Ford Motor Company recently launched a new point-of-sale program that offers customers free replacement of brake pads purchased on or after July 1, 2014, so Ford drivers will not only have an enhanced ownership experience, but also a great opportunity to get the right…

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How Often Should You Change the Oil in Your Vehicle?

Have you been changing your vehicle's oil too frequently? Maybe your parents instructed you to change it every 3,000 miles, and that might have been accurate at the time. However, that time was back when engines were not as efficient and the oil not as advanced as it is today.

It's difficult to go against what you were taught, but doing so now can save time and money. That is beneficial to all of us. Average vehicles today can go as much as 7.500 miles before the next oil change. Of course, it is always recommended…

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Boost fuel economy through proper maintenance

Whenever you buy a new car, one of the goals is to get the best fuel economy possible. One of the keys to this achieving optimal fuel economy is proper vehicle maintenance. Here are some of the things that you can do to save yourself money at the gas station.

1. Keeping your engine properly tuned can result in a 4% improvement.
2. Keeping tires properly inflated can result in up to a 3% improvement.
3. Use the recommended grade of motor oil can result in a 2% improvement.

As you can see from these simple tips, it is easily…
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Why Do I Need Regular Oil Changes?

Scheduling an oil change can be hassle sometimes but getting regular oil changes are one of the best things you can do to prolong the life of your vehicle. Whether your vehicle is old or new, with high or low mileage, regular oil changes will benefit you in several ways:

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