Get a Free Ride in a Ford Flex

STONEHAM, Mass. -- The Stoneham Ford service department is giving its customers a chance to experience the Ford Flex firsthand. Service customers at the Greater Boston Ford dealer can skip the waiting room and enjoy a comfortable ride to their home or office in Stoneham Ford's new Ford Flex Courtesy Shuttle.

Customers who are too busy to wait in the Ford service department can drop their vehicles off and be chauffeured back to their home or office. When the service staff completes the work, Stoneham Ford will send the Ford Flex Boston shuttle back to pick up the customers.

"Providing this courtesy shuttle is part of the commitment to customer service at Stoneham Ford," said General Manager Alan Melkonian. "The new Flex shuttle will make the service experience at Stoneham Ford far more convenient when our customers need repairs or maintenance."

Stoneham Ford's service department has won awards in the past for its professionalism and commitment to customer satisfaction. With the Flex shuttle, Stoneham Ford looks to expand on that in a unique way.

The Ford Flex stood out as the best option for Stoneham Ford's shuttle due to its capacity and comfort. The crossover seats up to seven, with two rows of rear bench seats that can be flattened to provide over 83 cubic feet of storage space for luggage and personal belongings. The Ford Flex's interior also offers best-in-class legroom, allowing several passengers to be comfortable as Stoneham Ford drives them to and from the dealership.

The Flex received a five-star crash rating in all four categories from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and comes standard with AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control for stable and safe handling. Designed for a smooth and quiet driving experience, it features independent rear suspension, an inset side-door design and sound-deadening materials to limit noise and bumps on the road.

Stoneham Ford hopes customers will enjoy the ride and the bold look of their new shuttle. The Ford Flex stands out on the road with its grooved door panels, a three-bar chrome grill and all-black greenhouse windows.

"Nobody wants to spend a lot of time in waiting rooms; being without your vehicle is inconvenient enough," said Melkonian. "The Flex courtesy shuttle eliminates the wait time for our service customers and gives them smooth, comfortable transportation in a highly stylish vehicle. It's a premium way to travel while our service staff provides expert care."

Stoneham Ford Stays Ahead of the Curve; Increases Supply of Popular Model

BOSTON, MASS (06/15/2010)(readMedia)— With fuel efficiency at the front of every car shopper’s mind, the demand for fuel-saving options is driving auto sales. Stoneham Ford, a premier Greater Boston Ford dealer, is responding by increasing its collection of 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid models. The 2010 Fusion earned Motor Trend’s 2010 Car of the Year honors and, with the gas-sipping hybrid version among the elite eco-friendly cars on the market, Stoneham Ford is anticipating continued strong demand in the region for this fresh, innovative Ford model.

“The 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid is a jetsetter in green technology,” said Stoneham Ford General Manager Alan Melkonian. “Boston Ford lovers are discovering that they don’t need to sacrifice performance and fun to drive a green car. The Fusion has been a hit for us, and we just ordered more to make sure we have them in stock all summer.”

Under the hood of the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid is a 2.5L Duratec I-4 hybrid engine that earns the mid-size sedan up to 41 mpg city. Ford’s innovative Regenerative Braking System converts heat from brake friction into energy for the battery-powered electric motor, which can bring the Fusion up to an impressive 47 mph by itself. The gas motor kicks in for quick acceleration or reaching higher speeds, and the resulting efficiency means a possible 700 miles between tanks of gas.

The Fusion Hybrid also meets the highest emissions standards, earning the titles of Super Ultra Low Emissions Vehicle (SULEV) and Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (PSEV). Adding to the Fusion’s environmental ethos are recycled cloth seats made from post-industrial materials that would otherwise be sitting in landfills.

The sustainable features of this model both inside and out have created a lot of buzz. Recently, safety and security product manufacturer SimplexGrinell ordered 200 Fusion Hybrids for their staff fleet. With the switch, they are expecting significant reductions in fuel costs and carbon emissions as a company.

The 2010 Fusion Hybrid promises to save customers money on gas and lower their environmental impact, but it also appeals as a high-performing, fun to drive vehicle.

“In the case of the Fusion Hybrid, fuel efficient does not mean weak performance,” said Melkonian. “Nobody wants to be caught on Route 128 or the Southeast Expressway in an underpowered car. At Stoneham Ford, we are very impressed with what Ford’s engineers have achieved with the Fusion Hybrid, so it’s exciting for us to see our customers get as enthusiastic about this car as we are.”