Now On The Job in Seattle and Detroit: Transit Connect Electrics

Posted on September 16, 2011 by Auto Concepts Northwest

2012 Ford Transit Connect image Transit Connect Electric by Ford has won over DTE Energy, who know a few things about electricity and headquartered in Detroit. The  DTE recently added four of the electric vehicles (EVs) in its ongoing efforts to increase their use of alternative-fuel sources its fleet. The durable and rugged Electrics will be put to the test out in the field by Detroit Edison’s repair and maintenance crews.  The crews can drive up to 80 miles on all-electric  (no-emmissions) on a single charge.

DTE President and CEO wants to use the Transit Connects to test the performance of these vehicles in day-to-day use.  They will determine how to best use their unique characteristics and how the electric vehicles for personal and business use impacts the electrical system.   They also would like to see what the utilities need to do to support the vehicles wide-spread use.

This is the  first of Ford’s electrified vehicles to reach the market, but it won’t be the last. The company plans to launch four more during 2012:

  • the Focus Electric – an EV version of the popular Focus compact
  • the C-MAX Hybrid – a new high-efficiency multi-activity vehicle
  • the C-MAX Energi – the plug-in hybrid version which will deliver an extended electric driving range
  • and a new next-gen Ford hybrid that is currently being kept under wraps

The purchase of the DTE fleet was made at Suburban Ford in Sterling Heights, Mich., which recently became the world’s first Ford dealership to sell a full line of gas, hybrid and electric vehicles.   This dealership may have been the first, but won’t be the last.

This past Spring, the Seattle Green Festival at Qwest Event Center, showcased the Transit Connect Electric and to local companies as an all-electric commercial van designed for local florists and other businesses that make quick deliveries in a region and help transform commercial fleets with pre-defined routes and the ability for daily charging.

Ford also slated Seattle as one of 11 U.S. cities to receive the first Focus Electric this year.

If you need your fleet vehicle kept looking great contact Auto Concepts Northwest!   You can rely on Auto Concepts Northwest for all your Auto Detailing needs.

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Car Maintenance For Summer

Posted on May 15, 2013 by PGI Auto

Car maintenance is a very important part of independence and vehicle ownership.  It is also something that is often overlooked by new adults, finding themselves on their own with the car for the first time, and those who believe car maintenance and repair in Everett is too expensive an endeavor.

The truth is, maintaining your vehicle is not expensive.  Thinks like keeping your windshield clean, checking tire pressure and checking fluid levels are all things that should be done regularly and cost owners nothing.  This is especially important when pollen is ripe throughout the air during spring and summer.  When it is time to change the oil or other fluids, you can do it yourself or go to Auto Concepts NorthWest and have it done for almost nothing.

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Make sure your oil is changed every 5,000 miles, the air filter gets changed ever 12,000 miles and the tires are rotated every 5,000-10,000 miles.  It is important for your transmission to change all tires at the same time when driving an AWD vehicle.

For more information about car maintenance or to see an inexpensive price list, contact Auto Concepts NW.

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Car Maintenance to Help Lessen Allergies

Posted on May 7, 2013 by PGI Auto

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Custom Chrysler Cruisers

Posted on April 15, 2013 by PGI Auto

You can do almost anything to you car if you’re willing to to invest the time and money. There are many custom creations a car owner can make when they add things like custom upholstery, LED running lights, custom audio and video and exterior design upgrades.

In a recent article by complex.com, the magazine presents readers with 10 of the craziest custom Chrysler PT Cruisers. If you’ve ever been to a local auto show to see custom rides, you have seen what some time, money and imagination can create. Some of them look great, and some not so great.

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If you’re looking to customize your vehicle, talk to a professional at Auto Concepts NorthWest. They have several products for customizing your vehicle in Everett. There is no reason you can’t drive around in a custom vehicle created just the way you like it.

For more information about custom vehicles, or for a list of repair and maintenance services, contact Auto Concept NW.

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Windshield Repair in Everett

Posted on April 7, 2013 by PGI Auto

When seasons change, and the weather changes dramatically from one week to the next, your windshield is vulnerable to scratches, nicks and cracks. These issues should be dealt with immediately as the become safety issues. Not only can it obstruct the driver’s view of the road and surrounding area, but a compromised windshield is more likely to shatter and hurt anyone in the vehicle.

Glass repair in Everett is fast, easy and inexpensive. In most cases, your car insurance will pay for most of the windshield replacement, as they know how dangerous it can be driving with a cracked windshield. It’s important to use a company like Auto Concepts North West, who will try to save you some money, but only uses quality products and highly skilled technicians.

Repairing your windshield may also be an option and would take even less time and money. If you’re not sure which your windshield needs, let the technicians at Auto Concepts help you out.

For more information or a consultation, contact Auto Concepts NW.

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Basic Car Maintenance

Posted on March 21, 2013 by PGI Auto

Car maintenance is a very important part of independence and vehicle ownership.  It is also something that is often overlooked by new adults, finding themselves on their own with the car for the first time, and those who believe car maintenance and repair in Everett is too expensive an endeavor.

The truth is, maintaining your vehicle is not expensive.  Thinks like keeping your windshield clean, checking tire pressure and checking fluid levels are all things that should be done regularly and cost owners nothing.  When it is time to change the oil or other fluids, you can do it yourself or go to Auto Concepts NorthWest and have it done for almost nothing.

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Make sure your oil is changed every 5,000 miles, the air filter gets changed ever 12,000 miles and the tires are rotated every 5,000-10,000 miles.  It is important for your transmission to change all tires at the same time when driving an AWD vehicle.

For more information about car maintenance or to see an inexpensive price list, contact Auto Concepts NW.

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All About Brake Wear

Posted on March 15, 2013 by PGI Auto

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The Future of In-Car Tech

Posted on March 7, 2013 by PGI Auto

In-car technology has taken a huge leap over the past few years. For decades, car tech stayed fairly the same, with some advancements from tape players to CD players to DVD players. Now, however, new cars are packed with advanced technology, from multimedia units that use touch-screen and voice command technology and can even connect to apps on your phone; to rearsight and rearview cameras that show a video of what’s happening behind your vehicle.

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Heads-up displays are also coming along. These systems project information onto the driver’s windshield, and will soon communicate with the surrounding area to paint show the driver where to drive via navigation, or which buildings have restaurants or ATMs. It’s almost hard to fathom the technology that is coming forward and will be here within the next five years. Even cars that can drive themselves are within two years of reaching production model cars.

For more information about you can get the best of in-car tech equipped in your vehicle, contact Auto Concepts NW.

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The Spring Maintenance Check List

Posted on February 28, 2013 by PGI Auto

Winter is tough on car engines, drivetrains and other elements that live under the hood. When the weather warms up, and spring makes its entrance, it’s very important to make sure your vehicle is in order before you take any long trips or let your vehicle get too warm. A few steps in prevention can help lower your repair and maintenance bills down the line.

One of the most important steps to take is to check the battery. Winter is particularly brutal on car batteries, as cold weather can cause the battery to work extremely hard and can drain more easily.

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Checking your brakes is important as winter conditions and road salt can lead to corrosion. The tires, as well, are affected by ice, snow and salt. Check all belts and hoses that may have had to work harder in the cold. The oxygen sensor should also be checked, as well as the air-conditioning.

For more information about maintenance and repair, contact the Auto Concepts NW.

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The Cheapest Cars to Repair and Maintain

Posted on February 20, 2013 by PGI Auto

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Some vehicles are less expensive to own than others; whether they be more reliable and have less repairs needed, or that these repairs cost less than repairs needed on other vehicles. Having a car with more recent parts that are more readily available is one way to make them less expensive to repair. Then, having a car that is more reliable will make it so that you almost never need to repair it, and lowering these costs.

Some car maintenance in Seattle and auto repair in Everett will always be needed, but there are vehicles that will help keep these costs down. Edmunds.com has recently created a list of the ten cheapest cars to own, including the ones that cost the least amount of money to maintain.

This list includes the Honda Insight and the Honda Civic DX Coupe.  The Honda Insight was found, when all costs were averaged out, to cost $.41 per mile to own, and the Civic – the same price.

For more information about auto repair, contact Auto Concepts NW.

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The Concept Cars of 2013

Posted on February 14, 2013 by PGI Auto

Concept vehicles showcased during auto shows often inspire the future of automotive technology and engines. During the North American International Auto Show in January, several concept vehicles were shown which will soon be seen in vehicles of the future. After-market modifications and other vehicle enhancements will then reflect these technologies and systems.

Concept vehicles that were shown during the North American International Auto Show that were deemed to be superior to others and will undoubtedly inspire future technology, are the BMW 4 Series Concept, Honda Urban SUV Concept, Lincoln MKC Concept and Toyota Corolla Furia Concept. These are all vehicles we can expect to see make it to production in the near future.

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Concept vehicles also show decor packages that the show popular custom car exterior in Seattle. Things like LED and HID lighting have made huge progress in recent years. Auto engineers have also created OLED lighting, which will become very popular quite soon.

For more information about these products or to take a look at car modifications, contact Auto Concepts NW.

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