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Mother's Day is coming up soon! If you are still looking for a few ideas to make her day special, we've put a few suggestions together for you! There are many ways to celebrate Mother's Day such as Spa days, Breakfast in bed but why not buy her the car of her dreams! We have many New and Used vehicles to choose from and we will even deliver it to her! Click here to view our current special offers. If Mom already loves the vehicle she's in then we have a few other suggestions too! Purchase a full auto-detail. Our service department can help by making her vehicle ready for summer. Click here to schedule an appointment. Purchase new tires for her vehicle. Click here to view our current offers. Bring her vehicle in for a Multi-Point Inspection to keep her safe on the road. Shop accessories for her vehicle. No matter how you decide to celebrate Mother's Day we know she will appreciate it! Happy Mother's Day.

Receive 0% APR for 90 days and no up-front costs with the Passport Service Payment Plan Click Here for Details All loans are issued by WebBank, Member FDIC. All applications are processed through CFS and funded by WebBank, member FDIC. WebBank funds the repair amount once repairs are completed and documents are executed. All applications are subject to approval pursuant to standard underwriting criteria. The DigniFi Interest Waived Program applies to all approved customers. As part of the program, interest will be waived if you make all of your scheduled payments on time and pay off your loan in full within 90 days. The maximum approved amount, terms and the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) will be based on an evaluation of credit history. Interest will be charged to your account from account opening at 9.99%-36.00% APR if the full loan amount is not paid within 90 days. Minimum monthly payment is required. Valid on loan amounts from $350 - $7,500. Additional principal payments will be required to pay off the loan amount before promotion expires. Example on a service repair costing $5,000.00: 36 monthly payments of $211.00 with no initial payment. The estimated payment and interest rates are being provided to you only as a guide to potential financing options that may be available. This estimated payment is based upon a 27.99% interest rate, with an APR range from 9.99% to 36.00%, with a maximum 4% origination fee. This is not a loan application, an offer, guarantee of financing, or a loan approval.

Spring has sprung, and so have the annoying potholes wet winter weather left behind on some of your most frequented roads. And unfortunately, these divots in the asphalt can wreak havoc on your vehicle. While they might not seem like a huge issue, potholes can cause costly damage to tires, suspensions, and other vehicle parts. A report from AAA indicates that drivers in the U.S. spend an average of $3 billion on pothole damage repairs each year. Luckily, there are several smart moves drivers can make to help minimize and hopefully steer clear of the damage that these rocky pavement pits might cause. Check out the roadmap below on how to avoid pothole pitfalls driving forward: Don’t drive through puddles When it comes to puddles, be cautious. Don’t drive a vehicle too fast through them since there may be hidden potholes that are deep and extra dangerous. If the vehicle does collide with a deep crater, don’t panic. Pull over to a safe spot on the highway or shoulder of the road right away. Slow down, check for cross traffic, change lanes and come to a stop to check for damage. Stay alert on unfamiliar roads When driving on an unfamiliar road, watch out for hazards. Because drivers often anticipate and avoid potholes in areas they travel often, they might not notice new ones in less frequented areas. Drivers should keep their eyes peeled in new places and proceed with caution. Keep a safe distance between vehicles Maintain a safe distance between vehicles on the road. Drivers will be able to spot potholes faster and more easily when they can see what’s coming. Make it a point to maintain at least a 3-second following distance between the vehicle in front of you. And remember, allow for extra space on highways and byways because it’s possible to miss a pothole when following too closely at faster speeds. Keep up on car maintenance If the vehicle’s tires are inflated properly when it hits a pothole, it lessens the chance of damage. When a vehicle hits a pothole with low tire pressure, the rim is more likely to be damaged and the suspension could suffer. Underinflated tires may also increase the chances of losing control of your vehicle or getting a blowout. Overinflated tires will not give as much during impact with a pothole, which could also damage the suspension. Shocks and struts in good condition, with properly inflated tires can cushion the blow. Drive slower in the dark Less visibility during nighttime means it can be tougher to avoid potholes. Reduce the chances of driving over them and minimize damage by taking it slow on the roads. This defensive driving tactic is especially helpful when it’s rainy or excessively windy. Know how to hit an unavoidable pothole Some potholes just can’t be avoided. One of the best things to do is slow down to avoid incurring vehicle damage. When the car hits a pothole, grip the steering wheel tightly to prevent it from jerking. Just don’t brake before hitting a pothole because doing so can cause damage. Source: Michigan Department of Transportation

Warm wishes on Easter to all our customers and their families. May this Easter bring your Family together for a great celebration filled with lots of joy, happiness, and of course chocolate!

HARD WORK PAYS OFF Score major savings with offered College grad programs or a rebate. You've waited long enough. Take full advantage of your achievements and save big on a new vehicle, today. Proof of eligibility required. Click here to view new inventory. Contact Passport Auto locations for more details.

Help improve gas mileage with routine maintenance on your vehicle. Get better gas mileage with regular maintenance: • Routine Maintenance • Check Tire pressure • Replace air filters • Maintain your vehicle with a tune-up • Engine Oil Services • Inspection Services • Brake Fluid Service • Engine Air Filter • Cabin Air Microfilter • and more Click here to view our service offers.

Passport Auto offers alternate transportation while you wait for your vehicle to be serviced. Whether you need to get back home or drive to work, Passport Auto provides many transportation options based on availability, service time, and location: LOANER: If a loaner car is available, Passport Auto will provide a car for the time necessary to service your vehicle. For more information on our loaner policy, click here. RENTAL: If loaners are not available, Passport Auto will connect you with a local car rental based on availability. RIDE-SHARE: Passport Auto offers ride-sharing options for service customers, such as Uber or Lyft. For qualifying repairs*, we offer complimentary rides within 10 miles of the dealership! *Min. $100.00 repair/ maintenance or covered repair under warranty Click here to schedule service.

We are so lucky to have you all as customers. Wishing you the luck of the Irish this St. Patty's Day and all the year through! Thank you for your continued patronage.

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) today announced the winners of its highest award in safety, the 2022 TOP SAFETY PICK+. Every tested Mazda vehicle made the list for the third consecutive year. These vehicles include the Mazda3 Sedan, Mazda3 Hatchback, CX-30, CX-5, and CX-9. To qualify for the 2022 TOP SAFETY PICK+ award, Mazda vehicles earned good ratings in each of the Institute’s six crashworthiness evaluations: moderate overlap front, driver-side small overlap front, passenger-side small overlap front, side, roof strength and head restraint tests. Mazda vehicles also earned advanced or superior ratings for front crash prevention in both vehicle-to-vehicle and vehicle-to-pedestrian evaluations and good or acceptable headlight ratings. “Achieving the IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK + Award is a reflection of Mazda’s commitment to providing advanced safety technologies that our owners expect,” said Mazda North American Operations President and CEO Jeff Guyton. “Our wide range of safety technologies are designed to support, not replace the driver, which results in a more confident and enjoyable driving experience.” Mazda’s CX-5 was the first vehicle to earn a Good rating in IIHS’s new, tougher side impact test, which will be added to the award criteria in 2023. Mazda was proud to add that top achievement to our list of accolades from IIHS and commends the Institute for continuously raising the bar in safety. To learn more about advanced safety at Mazda , please visit the MazdaUSA.com website – https://www.mazdausa.com/why-mazda/safety. The IIHS is an independent, non-governmental safety-testing organization, funded by the insurance industry. For more information, visit https://www.iihs.org/ratings/top-safety-picks.

The 2022 MINI electric hardtop 2 door Recharged with tons of new features The legendary design and all electric power of the 2022 MINI Electric Hardtop 2 Door has been updated with fresh technological and stylish features. Fully loaded with more standard premium features, the MINI Electric drive is even more fun than before. UPDATED TECH AT YOUR FINGERTIPS Your iconic MINI Electric will always have your back with the new standard Lane Departure Warning, built to ensure your safety on the road with visual warning and vibrations in the steering wheel to notify you when you are drifting from your lane. We've also included standard Active Driving Assistant with active safety features such as Pedestrian and Front Collision Warning with City Collision Mitigation. DIGITAL UPGRADES YOU'LL LOVE We turned the volume way up when it came to the Electric Hardtop 2 Door radio. This model now features the larger 8.8" Touchscreen with an updated user interface and High Gloss Black detail. We also replaced the Analog Cluster with our brand new Dynamic Digital Instrument Cluster. Now, you can easily view information like Vehicle Speed, Driving Modes, Turn by Turn Navigation, Communications, Multimedia, and much more digitally.

The 2023 Mazda CX-50 is the first Mazda vehicle manufactured at the Mazda Toyota Manufacturing (MTM) plant in Huntsville, Alabama. This all-new, rugged and capable crossover SUV is purpose-built for the active lifestyles of North Americans. It combines superior on-road driving dynamics and sophisticated design, a signature of any Mazda vehicle while enabling drivers to venture further into the outdoors and off-road. The CX-50 comes adventure-ready and signifies a new styling expression in the Mazda lineup that blends the brand’s striking Kodo design with outdoor confidence. CX-50 respectfully interacts with its newfound surroundings while emphasizing Mazda’s trademark driving experience and expanded off-road capability, allowing drivers to be closer to nature. The CX-50 is available in 10 packages with two efficient powertrain choices – a Skyactiv-G 2.5L naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine producing 187 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque, or a Skyactiv-G 2.5L Turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 256 hp and 320 lb-ft of torque on premium 93 octane gas, 227 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque on regular 87 octane gas. Both engines are mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. The CX-50 comes standard with i-Activ All-Wheel Drive (AWD) technology and new Mazda Intelligent Drive Select, or Mi-Drive with Sport, Off-Road, and Towing modes on select packages. Drive modes can be selected with the Mi-Drive control and will help the crossover SUV perform naturally and confidently in a wide variety of driving conditions, such as off-road terrain, snow, or while towing up to 3,500 pounds on select packages. Click here to reserve the first-ever Mazda CX-50

Purchase any 3 eligible tires and get the 4th for just $1 All four (4) tires must be mounted and balanced, no carry outs. Offer eligible on OEM, OEA, and WIN tires only. Some of the manufacturers may also offer their own exclusive rebates. Customers may qualify to receive these rebates. See service advisor to confirm these offers and eligibility. Certain restrictions apply. Customers’ may need to submit directly to select manufacturers to receive their respective rebates. Price and offer availability may vary by model. Taxes and fees additional. No cash value. May not be combined with other offers. Void where prohibited. Offer valid Feb 1st - March 31, 2022.