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Here at Preston Automotive Group, we are proud to welcome Aberdeen Chevrolet to our family! Our newest dealership officially joined us Thursday, Nov. 1st; becoming the 11th dealership to do so, and is currently the only Chevrolet dealership for PAG. Located at 101 N. Philadelphia Blvd. in Aberdeen, Aberdeen Chevrolet is ready to show you why it is a premier Maryland Chevrolet dealer. As soon as you walk through the doors of Aberdeen Chevrolet, you know right away that you will experience the same dedication to exceptional customer service and care that you will find at any of the dealerships in the Preston Automotive Group. The expert staff at Aberdeen Chevrolet is standing by to listen to what your driving life needs, walk you through a vast inventory of Chevrolet cars, trucks and SUV models, let you test drive any model that catches your eye and help you find the best price for your personal budget. Its experienced service department will fix any problem your Chevrolet is experiencing and get you back on the road as quickly, along with providing you OEM parts that ensure the health of your vehicle. The mission at Aberdeen Chevrolet is the same as all of the dealerships in the Preston Automotive Group: “to provide a superior workplace for our associates so that as a team we can provide our guests with a superior consumer experience. We will express our love for every guest daily, and create an experience that will result in our guests choosing the Preston Automotive Group for all the services we provide.” Everyone at PAG is excited that Aberdeen Chevrolet is the newest member of our growing family, so stop by Aberdeen Chevrolet and find your dream Chevrolet today!

Ready to bring about a major revolution to the future of the automotive world, Ford has announced it will bring an entirely fresh lineup of incredible cars, trucks and SUV models to its customers in 2020. A news release states that Ford will replace more than 75 percent of its current vehicle portfolio and add new four trucks and SUV models. One major component of Ford’s decision will be to offer hybrid-electric versions of the Ford F-150, Ford Mustang, Ford Explorer, Ford Escape and the all-new Ford Bronco that will have even more capabilities and features for Ford lovers to enjoy. Here at the Preston Automotive Group, we are very excited by this news because it means Ford will be leading the charge in providing vehicles equipped with state-of-the-art technology and performance statistics that will be sure to blow the competition away. The news release also states that all new Ford vehicles will have 4G LTE connectivity by the end of 2019. That means you and your passengers will be able to stay connected to the outside world, no matter where you go. The Ford Co-Pilot360™, a suite containing standard technology that works to assist the driver and keep you safe, also will be available for all Ford models so that you can have complete peace of mind while you are out on the road. Customers can expect several completely new vehicles, such as an unnamed off-road small utility SUV model. Our team at the Preston Automotive Group cannot wait to learn more about Ford’s astonishing fresh lineup and look forward to learning more as time goes on. Be sure to contact us so that you stay in the loop about this ground-breaking news!

"Dodge already leads the police pursuit sedan business with the proven Charger Pursuit,” explained Steve Beahm, Head of Passenger Car Brands – Dodge//SRT, Chrysler, and FIAT, FCA in North America, “...and we believe the 2019 Dodge Durango Pursuit SUV will expand our appeal to an even broader audience and take our game to the next level in terms of performance.” The 2019 Dodge Durango Pursuit recently debuted at the National Sheriffs’ Association Show in New Orleans, changing the landscape of first responder SUV models. This vehicle will be available this summer and is sure to enhance the way law enforcement agencies get around. The new Dodge Durango Pursuit features a completely revamped front fascia complete with integrated brake-cooling air ducts in order to bring you improved durability and braking. This Durango Pursuit boosts both your stability and control via the load-leveling, performance-tuned suspension. Forces will be able to pick between the standard 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 engine, getting 293 horsepower and 260 lb.-ft. of torque, and the available 5.7L HEMI V8 engine, getting you a best-in-class 360 horsepower and 390 lb.-ft. of torque. The Durango Pursuit comes outfitted with a two-speed transfer case for low-range off-roading capability and larger anti-brakes that are more heavy duty. This lets these brakes have a 60-0 MPH stopping distance of just 134 feet. Additional features include the ParkView rear backup camera featuring ParkSense, 800 cold cranking amp (CCA) battery for the V8 engine only, as well as the 13.8-inch front and 13-inch rear pursuit-rated braking package. The V8 version of this model is also equipped with the most technologically advanced AWD system in the segment, along with a segment-exclusive active transfer case in order to enhance the vehicle’s fuel efficiency. The 2019 Dodge Durango Pursuit is sure to change the world of law enforcement transportation forever and our team at Millsboro Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, a proud member of the Preston Automotive Group, is happy to a part of that innovation.

Last year saw the launch of the Talbot Goes Purple campaign, a focused effort to inspire our local communities to stand up and fight back against substance abuse. Our team at the Preston Automotive Group is proud to support the efforts of this initiative and to say that that the second annual Talbot Goes Purple campaign will kick off September 1st. Running for the entire month, there will be “purple clubs” in our local high schools that feature information and resources about how harmful abusing drugs or alcohol can be, how to help someone you know who suffers from addiction and more. These clubs will help show our youth that they do not need drugs or alcohol in their lives. You can also expect to see other events, and plenty of purple lights, all throughout the county. Here at the Preston Automotive Group, we are beyond excited to do our part in encouraging this important initiative, and we urge our customers to wear purple, decorate their businesses in purple and show other signs of support for this amazing initiative. However, it is not just Talbot County that will be going purple for the month of September this year. Dorchester, Caroline, Kent and Queen Anne’s counties are all joining in to promote conversations on the epidemic of substance abuse — especially opioid and prescription painkiller abuse — that is sweeping through the Eastern Shore and what actions can be taken to stop it. Sussex County in Delaware will be joining in this effort as well. These other counties are using the Talbot Goes Purple campaign as an inspiration for their own initiatives and will be holding their own events such as walks, movie showings, talks and much more. It is definitely past time for all of us to see what we can do to prevent more overdoses or the selling of illegal substances in our towns, and Going Purple is a great way to display that. Want to help your friends at the Preston Automotive Group support the second annual Talbot Goes Purple campaign? Then make sure you visit the campaign’s website or find it on Facebook to see how you can volunteer. We are excited to go purple with you and show our solidarity against the dangers of heroin and other substance abuse.

Driving to and from work every day can become a little monotonous, especially if your job is far away from home. Listening to podcasts and other audio formats are great ways to change up your mood, because they not only provide audio stimulation, but also interesting facts and information. Our team at the Preston Automotive Group especially enjoys listening to different automotive podcasts as ways to stay updated in our field and to better help our customers find the Ford in Preston they always have wanted. Check out several of our recommendations and be sure to let us know if these podcasts make your daily commute more interesting: Under The Hood Automotive Talk Show — A car repair and advice radio show, Under The Hood features three friends who like giving different advice about the best way to take care of your car, truck or SUV. It also has various repair tips, interviews with everyday people and so much more. This show definitely will be useful for those who want to keep their Ford in Preston in its best shape. Futurismo: An Automotive News Podcast — This podcast is all about discussing the future of the automotive world, specifically the next quarter-century of the industry. Each season, the hosts look at a specific trend or technology that exists in some shape today and touch on how it will evolve to help shape the not-too-distant future of transportation and cars. CarCast — A weekly podcast all about cars, this is hosted by celebrity Adam Carolla, Bill Goldberg and Matt “The Motorator” D’Andria. They talk about all aspects of the automotive industry, from performance, specifications, new models and so much more. You are guaranteed to learn plenty about your Ford in Preston or any others you have been interested in. Here at the Preston Automotive Group, we hope that our customers enjoy our podcast recommendations. Feel free to contact us with your choices on what to listen to and visit one of our dealerships today!

After announcing that it will slowly move away from making cars, the Ford Motor Company also revealed it will become involved in the practice of engineering battery-powered electric vehicles. An article by Engadget states that this shift means that Ford’s trucks and SUV models are expected to have more battery space, a reduction in fuel usage/dependency and an increase in technological features. Here at the Preston Automotive Group, we know that Preston Ford, Pittsville Ford, Denton Ford, Rtown Ford, Boulevard Ford of Lewes and Boulevard Ford of Georgetown, your Milford Ford dealer, all are excited by this news because it signifies that Ford is looking to the future and is dedicated to elevating the experiences people will have while driving a Ford in Georgetown and beyond. In Engadget’s article, Ford’s Global Director Of Battery Electric Vehicles Ted Cannis said this decision is based on the needs of Ford’s consumers and the desire to adjust to the ever-evolving automotive industry. Regarding adding a battery to a Ford, Cannis said “Let’s make them awesome. Let’s amplify what’s best about that for that user group and really make awesome vehicles.” That means Ford’s horizon will have electric crossovers, SUV models and even a hybrid F-Series that are meant to be sold on the power of their features instead of their gas mileage. Here at Boulevard Ford of Georgetown, your Georgetown Ford dealer, we cannot wait to learn more about this bold decision. Be sure to check in with us to get more information and to see how you can make the switch to Ford’s future electric rides.

Preston Automotive Group wants to extend a very warm welcome to Rtown Ford, the newest member of our family. Based out of Randallstown, Rtown Ford joined us last month and we could not be more excited. It prides itself on being “Baltimore’s Destination Dealership” and it definitely backs up that claim. When you visit Rtown Ford, you are sure to find the same excellent service and vast inventory of Ford cars, trucks and SUV models that you can expect from any PAG Ford dealer. The experienced staff at Rtown Ford is ready to listen to your driving needs, show you different Ford models, set up test drives of whichever models interest you the most and help you find the best financial option for your lifestyle. Just like all of our PAG dealerships, the mission at Rtown Ford is “to provide a superior workplace for our associates so that as a team we can provide our guests with a superior consumer experience. We will express our love for every guest daily, and create an experience that will result in our guests choosing the Preston Automotive Group for all the services we provide.” Here at PAG, we encourage everyone in Baltimore and the surrounding areas to visit Rtown Ford and discover the Ford of your dreams today!

A recent announcement stated that Ford will be releasing its Ford Co-Pilot360™ feature this fall. Ford Co-Pilot™ is a wide array of standard driver-assist technologies intended to make all of your travels much safer and a whole lot more fun. The 2019 Ford Edge will be the first model to have Ford Co-Pilot™ pre-installed in it, with other car, SUV or truck models following soon after. Your friends at the Preston Automotive Group are very excited about this announcement because this revolutionary system will only be available as a whole, not as part of any optional package. will provide you with all the confidence you will ever need to take on a highly congested highway or navigating a foreign city. You will be able to do all of this while having peace of mind knowing that you are protected while you head to your destination. The components in the Ford Co-Pilot360™ work in tandem to make driving your Ford efficient, enjoyable and stress-free. The Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection will assist you with locating pedestrians that might be in your blind spots and to avoid collisions with nearby vehicles by alerting you visually and audibly. If it senses that you will not be able to respond to an accident in time, this system will automatically engage your brakes to minimize any possible damage. The Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Cross Traffic Alert uses radar to identify any vehicles approaching your blind zone and notifies you with signals on your side mirrors, so you always know what is around you. Thanks to the lane keeping system, you will never have to worry about unintentionally drifting out of your current lane. When evening begins to fall and turn into night, you definitely will enjoy the quick response from the auto high beams. The reverse camera is there to provide you with all the information you need about what is right behind you when you put your Ford in reverse, eliminating any worries about parallel parking or backing out of the driveway. When put together, the features of the Ford Co-Pilot360™ deliver control, precision and relaxation whenever you need them and enhances the overall quality of the journeys you take. Here at the Preston Automotive Group, we cannot wait for the Ford Co-Pilot360™ to roll out this fall and to see how well it operates in the 2019 Ford Edge. We guarantee that you will love having this system with you and be glad it has your back while you are out on the road. For more information on the Ford Co-Pilot360™, check out the Ford website.

Get ready to see a lot of pink, as your friends at Preston Automotive Group gear up to kick off the seventh annual “Driven To Inspire” initiative. What is “Driven To Inspire?” It is where we wrap one of our Ford models in pink, a 2018 Ford F-150 Crew Cab XLT in this case, and let people can sign their name or little messages. This pink behemoth will be traveling all around the Eastern Shore all year long, spreading breast cancer awareness in full support of the efforts of Susan G. Komen and the Preston Automotive Group. The best part is that you do not have to wait to see our pink F-150, because it will be making its 2018 debut at the always-fun St. Patrick’s Day Parade in downtown Easton tomorrow March 17th at 5pm. So be sure to cheer as it drives by and feel free to put your name or a happy message on a door or its tailgate when it stops. We love meeting new people and reading what they write. This pink truck is a messenger of hope and every signature or directive only reinforces our mission at the Preston Automotive Group. Worried that you’ll miss out on seeing PAG’s pink F-150 because you can’t come to tomorrow’s parade? Don’t worry about it because it will be present at a whole bunch of different community events on the Shore, so there will be plenty of opportunities for you to leave your mark on it. One such event will be the annual March of Dimes March for Babies, set for Sunday, May 6 at the Preston Autoplex. We cannot wait to get our pink F-150 on the road and make new friends, so check your schedule and get ready to rock some pink!

Our team at Millsboro Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is elated to announce that the official grand opening of our new headquarters will be in April. Though we have been operating out of our new headquarters for several months, we decided to have a ribbon cutting for this achievement because the occasion deserves it. For more than two years, we have been the premier destination for those who have been looking for a new or used Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep or Ram in the Millsboro area. We soon realized that we were close to outgrowing our original location — the Millsboro Auto Mart on Dupont Boulevard — and we wanted a space that would fully reflect our deep commitment to giving our customers exemplary service. That is why we built a whole new building right next to the Millsboro Auto Mart, in order to give everyone who visits the same superb service and small-town hospitality that all of our guests have come to expect from Millsboro CDJR. When you walk into the new Millsboro CDJR headquarters, you will find a refreshing and modern atmosphere waiting for you.The new headquarters houses our new inventory and our expansive state-of-the-art showroom features a variety of the latest Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram models. Our experienced staff is standing by to walk you through our inventory, answer all of your questions and help you find the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep or Ram model of your dreams. We also will be glad to point out several of our financial plans and help you decide which one fits your unique budget. Are you looking to service your Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep or Ram? Our updated service department sports all-new service bays equipped with the most current equipment. We gladly service all makes and models and look forward to your visit. The Millsboro Auto Mart now houses our used inventory in a museum type atmosphere filled with antiques and memorabilia that relate to the history of the car industry. Here at Millsboro CDJR, we want to thank our amazing team for their hard work and commitment during the transition period. We also are very grateful to all of our customers for their patience and understanding as we made the move to our new headquarters. Everyone is invited to come visit us, take in the marvel of our new space and find the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep or Ram of your dreams. We cannot wait to cut the ribbon on this and hope to see you in April!

Here at Preston Ford, we are beyond excited that we are among the recipients of the Ford Motor Company’s 2017 President’s Award. Created in 1998, this annual award spotlights Ford dealerships across the country that had exemplary sales performance and the highest level of customer service. To win the President’s Award, a dealer and its staff has to be 100 percent committed to the cause, constantly strive to exceed expectations and be absolutely dedicated to making sure everyone who visits has all of their questions answered, finds exactly which Ford model they have been looking for and leaves with a smile on their face. That criteria exactly describes the attitude that our team at Preston Ford has every single day. It especially shows in our ranking as 52nd of the top-ranking Ford dealerships in the United States for 2017. We are extremely excited about our success and definitely are working hard to keep our momentum going strong. Naturally, we want to thank our incredible staff at Preston Ford for their hard work in achieving the 2017 President’s Award. Our amazing progress could not have been possible without their help. They are the ones who chat with our guests, find out what brings them to our dealership and take them on a detailed tour of our extensive Ford inventory like a 2018 Ford F-150 or a 2018 Ford Focus. They also sit down with our customers, schedule a test drive of the Ford model they are interested in and go over which of our financial programs is the best fit for their unique budget. When you run into issues with your new or used Ford, our service department is standing by to fix all of your problems and do so quickly and correctly. Our staff at Preston Ford accomplishes all of that while being friendly, efficient and receptive to what the customers need. That is why all of our team deserves a heartfelt and hearty “Thank you!”, and we encourage them to keep up the great work they are doing. We must also say a huge thank you to all of our loyal customers near and far that helped us reach this prestigious award - we could not do it without you!Here at Preston Ford, we invite everyone to come in and find out what we are talking about for yourself. We are honored to receive the 2017 President’s Award and cannot wait to do so again this year!