Ford and Johnson Bros. Offer Great Military Incentives

Posted on February 18, 2017 by admin

Johnsons Bros. Ford, in cooperation with the Ford Motor Company, is proud to offer a Military Appreciation Program to both active duty and retired military personnel. This program offers a range of offers, deals, and incentives to military personnel and makes Ford cars, trucks, and SUVs an attractive purchase option for the men and women who qualify.

Ford’s Military Appreciation Program

Ford offers military personnel and their families a Military Bonus Cash Offer. This exclusive offer is good toward the purchase or lease of an eligible new Ford or Lincoln vehicle.

Military Appreciation Cash is exclusively for members of the following US Military Branches; Active military personnel (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard), National Guard, Reservists serving on Active Duty, members of the Delayed Entry/Enlistment Program (DEP), Veterans within 24 months of separation, retirees, Spouse/Surviving Spouse and other household members, who are residents of the United States.

Ford also runs Ford Mobility Motoring, which makes it easier for those who are selecting and purchasing a Ford vehicle that will require adaptive equipment or modifications due mobility limitations.

You can read full details and learn more about the program here.

Service Discount at Johnson Bros. Ford

Johnson Bros. Ford also offers active military personnel a 10% discount off of parts and labor for all repairs completed in our service center’s main shop. If you qualify, don’t hesitate to take advantage of this special offer the next time your come by Johnson Bros. Ford for service or maintenance. Simply ask your trusted service advisor about it!

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Stop by Johnson Bros. Ford today to test drive a new or pre-owned Ford truck, car, or SUV. Even if you don’t qualify for Ford’s Military Appreciation Program, there are still plenty of specials, deals, and programs that you may qualify for instead. Just ask your friendly and knowledgeable sales associate if there are any current dealership or manufacturer offers.

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Great Spring Break Destinations in Texas

Posted on February 10, 2017 by admin

You don’t have to buy expensive plane tickets to a tropical destination to enjoy a warm and unforgettable spring break this year. These three Texas spring break destinations offer all of the warmth, relaxation and fun of those pricey destinations right here in the Lone Star State.

South Padre Island

South Padre Island offers all of the makings of an exciting spring break. The island used to bring in massive crowds of undesirable, rowdy spring breakers, but the crowds have lessened, and South Padre offers a warm getaway with gorgeous beaches, pristine water and plenty of excitement. College vacationers do tend to make the area busier in late February and March, so keep that in mind if you’re seeking a more low-key South Padre spring break.

Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi offers picturesque gulf beaches, the Texas State Aquarium, the Padre Island National Seashore, seaside restaurants, marinas, the USS Lexington. and plenty of downtown fun to make this spring break the best one yet. It’s a good alternative if you want the beach setting with less crowds.

New Braunfels

If you’re seeking warm weather, but don’t necessarily want to visit the beach, New Braunfels could be your ideal spring break destination. This picturesque Texas town in the heart of the Hill Country was founded in 1845. New Braunfels wows its visitors with its historic districts, adventurous rivers, impressive golf courses, live music, shopping, family-friendly attractions, award-winning restaurants, and so much more.

Stop and See Us at Johnson Bros. Ford

When you’re traveling throughout Texas this spring break, don’t forget to stop and see us at Johnson Bros. Ford in Temple. We’re your one-stop Texas auto dealership for sales, service, parts, and accessories.

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February Events You Don’t Want to Miss

Posted on February 3, 2017 by admin

Mark your calendars and be ready to hit the road to catch some of the best events happening nearby this February.

Celebrate Urban Birds – February 11

Celebrate the abundance and diversity of birds living in the urban environment of Austin. Hosted and presented by the Austin Nature & Science Center, in partnership with the Capital Area Master Naturalists, Travis County Audubon, and Wildlife Rescue. This fun-filled family day will allow you to learn about birds through such activities as Birds of Prey Tours, Live Bird Comparisons, Guided Bird Walks, and The Great Migration Challenge.

The event starts at 9:00am at 301 Nature Center Dr., Austin, TX. Admission is free.

Valentine’s Specials at Local Restaurants – February 14

A number of Austin restaurants, bars, pubs, and eateries will be offering special Valentine’s Day menus, options, and specials. While not a complete list by any means, here are some of the places that you can go for a special meal on Valentine’s Day:

Geraldine’s
Waller Creek Pub House
Boiler Nine Bar & Grill
The Driskill Grill
Whisler’s
Banger’s Sausage House & Beer Garden

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Stop by Johnson Bros. Ford this January to test drive a new or used vehicle if it’s time to upgrade your ride. You can also stop by Johnson Bros. Ford if you need to schedule some maintenance with our service department.

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Johnson Brothers Temple Service Center

Posted on January 27, 2017 by admin

When you buy a Ford, you can get maintenance and repairs done at our Temple Service Center at Johnson Brothers Ford. You can also pick up parts and accessories from us so that you can keep your Ford a Ford. We are here for our customers in Belton, Fort Hood, Killeen and Harker Heights.

Our Team

Our team of experts is ready to work on your Ford, no matter what the problem is. We’ll perform maintenance and repairs on your vehicle with quality Ford parts and quality service. And, we try to have you in and out as quickly as possible.

Services

Whether you need something as simple as a tire rotation or you have an older Ford that needs complex engine repair, our service technicians know how to do it and how long it will take. And, we are able to give you the cost of repairs.

Scheduling a Service Appointment

To schedule a service appointment, you can call your service adviser or fill out the form on our service web page. If you use the service web page, we’ll confirm the details of your appointment including the date, time and service or maintenance that you need.

Discounts

Our service center and parts department offer a 10 percent discount on parts and labor for senior citizens and active military. When you schedule your next appointment, be sure to ask your service adviser for more details on our discounts.

Additional Web Pages

You’ll also find additional information on our website including oil change advice, tire care advice and brake service advice.

Quick Lane Service

You can also use our Quick Lane Service for certain maintenance. This means you don’t need to make an appointment – just show up. Services available in the Quick Lane include tire change, tire rotation and balancing, oil changes, battery testing, coolant system issues and having your vehicle’s belts and hoses changed.

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Give our service department a call at Johnson Brothers Ford to schedule an appointment for maintenance or stop by our Quick Lane for certain services without an appointment.

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Johnson Brothers Price Promise

Posted on January 21, 2017 by admin

When you shop for a Ford at Johnson Brothers Ford, you will always get the Johnson Brothers Price Promise. This makes shopping for a vehicle less stressful and when you negotiate a price, you’ll have one concrete starting price.

Discounted Price

We already start you out with a no-hassle discounted price on every vehicle. You’ll find that we’re up front with pricing and less expensive than other dealerships.

Factory Rebates and Incentives

While you should always ask about factory incentives and rebates, we’ll be sure to offer you those right up front. If you are a student, a senior citizen or a student, be sure to ask if there are any incentives for your particular situation.

Same Online Price

When you find a price online, it will be the same when you arrive at our dealership for a test drive. We’ll never raise the price that once you arrive at the dealership.

Inflated Pricing

Some dealerships charge inflated prices for added equipment or optional accessories. You’ll find that when you shop with Johnson Brothers Ford, that when you want optional features, those prices will be fair and reasonable.

True Market Value

One of the biggest parts of negotiations is trying to get as close to full market value for your trade in as possible. Often, a dealership will stick to a low ball price and won’t budge. When you shop with us, we’ll give you the true market value for your trade in.

Visit Johnson Brothers Ford

When you stop by to test drive a new vehicle, ask your salesperson about our Price Promise and advise him or her if you are a senior, student or in the military to see if we or the manufacturer are offering discounts for your situation.

For the best price on your favorite Ford model, stop by Johnson Brothers Ford to pick out your next new vehicle.

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The 2017 Ford F-150

Posted on January 13, 2017 by admin

The 2017 Ford F-150, now at Johnson Bros. Ford, sets a new standard for what a truck ought to be. Durable, capable, smart, and powerful, the 2017 Ford F-150 can handle any task set for it and overcome any obstacle set before it.

Durability

Possessing a high-strength, military-grade, aluminum-alloy body and steel frame, the Ford F-150 is built at the same grade as vehicles in the aerospace, commercial transportation, and energy industries. Resistant to dents and corrosion and incredibly strong, the frame is actually 60 lbs. lighter than previous generations due to the state-of-the-art fabrication process of roll forming and tailor-rolled blanks.

Capability

Delivering impressive towing and payload capabilities, the 2017 Ford F-150 can handle a payload of 3,270 lbs. The F-150 also features a work-minded pickup bed with available features such as a flexible, configurable class-exclusive BoxLink system, LED box lights, stowable loading ramps, class-exclusive integrated tailgate step with lift assist, remote tailgate release, and deployable box side steps.

Smart Features

The 2017 Ford F-150 is loaded with smart features, including driver-assist technologies, like Pro Trailer Backup Assist, 360-degree camera with split-view display, Lane-Keeping system, and Blind Spot Information system.

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Come test drive the new 2017 Ford F-150 today at Johnson Bros. Ford in Temple, Texas. Whether you’re shopping for a new vehicle or just looking to schedule service, Johnson Bros. Ford can help.

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Events You Don’t Want to Miss in Texas

Posted on January 6, 2017 by admin

When you’re on the road this January (or looking for an excuse to do so), check out one of these fun events happening this month near your Temple Ford dealership.

24th MLK Community March, Rally, and Cultural Festival – January 16

Come out and honor the great civil rights leader, Martin Luther King Jr., at this free event taking place in Austin.

The 24th MLK Community March, Rally, and Cultural Festival will kick off at 9am at the University of Texas at 21st and Speedway under the MLK Statue. The march will continue on to the south steps of the State Capitol Building for a short program before continuing on to the historic Huston-Tillostson University where the festival will take place until 3pm.

The event organizers request that marchers bring can goods and non-perishable food items to donate to the Central Texas Food Bank.

Lunar New Year Festival – January 26

Check out this fun and free cultural event to mark the Chinese New Year. 2017 is the Year of the Rooster and the Lunar New Year Festival is ushering it in with Asian food, performances, and cultural activities. There will be a dragon dancing, lighting firecrackers, and exchanging red money envelopes. Head to the University of Texas to join in on the fun.

Austin Bacon and Beer Festival – January 28

The 4th Annual Austin Bacon and Beer Festival is setting up to be as popular as ever this year. Produced by Edible Austin in partnership with Eat Boston, the festival has sold out in multiple cities, including Boston, Denver, San Francisco, Philadelphia, and Austin in previous years.

The event showcases bacon-centric foods prepared by bacon-loving local chefs. This delicious showcase will be presented alongside local craft brews. General admission starts at 1pm at Brazos Hall and costs $47.00 for all samples inside. A premium tickets sets you back $100.00, but gets you early admission at 12:30pm, all samples inside, and a commemorative t-shirt and tasting glass.

The fest will run until 4pm. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Central Texas Food Bank.

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Tips to Improve MPG

Posted on December 28, 2016 by admin

Whether you purchase a vehicle that gets excellent gas mileage, such as a hybrid, or a vehicle that uses a bit more gas because of the higher horsepower engine from Johnson Brothers Ford, you’ll want to try to improve the miles per gallon. Although gas prices are lower, and it’s tempting to not worry about MPG, it’s a great idea to get into the habit of driving in such a way that you’ll improve the MPG – that way, you’ll be right in the game when gas prices increase.

Braking

Brake early. If you don’t have to accelerate from a dead stop, you’ll increase gas mileage. If you are coming up on a light that’s been red for a bit, start slowing down earlier, and you just might get lucky enough to be moving when it’s time to accelerate again. And, it’s safer, too. If it’s rainy or icy out, braking early gives you more control of your vehicle.

Highway Driving

Stay at one speed. Use the cruise control, if it’s safe to do so. And, to keep from changing speed when you’re following someone, leave 8 to 10 car lengths between you and the car in front of you. If that person is not using cruise, he or she may inadvertently slow down or speed up; and you’ll do the same. When you leave more distance between you and the vehicle in front of you, you won’t have to slow down until that person speeds up again.

Acceleration

Accelerate slowly. There’s no reason to accelerate like you’re going to be doing 100 mph down the road since you know that’s not going to be happening. Accelerate slowly – but not too slow, lest you irritate other drivers – and you’ll find that you’ll save more gas.

Maintenance

Make sure you keep up with the maintenance on your vehicle. Keeping everything in tip-top condition ensures that you get the best possible gas mileage.

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Stop by Johnson Brothers Ford to test drive a new vehicle. Or, if you’re not ready for a new vehicle just yet, give our Ford service department a call to schedule an appointment for maintenance.

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Service Offers for the Holidays

Posted on December 18, 2016 by admin

If it’s been a while since you’ve had maintenance done on your Ford, call the service department at Johnson Brothers Ford for an appointment. Visit our service page for some of the service offers we have for the holidays so you can save money on getting your vehicle serviced. All of these offers end on December 31, 2015.

The Works Vehicle Checkup

Get The Works for just $39.95, which includes synthetic blend oil change, tire rotation and pressure check, a brake inspection, a multi-point inspection, a battery test, topping off your vehicle’s fluids, a filter check and checking your vehicle’s belts and hoses. The oil change includes up to 5 quarts of Motorcraft oil and the oil filter. Battery testing does not include the hybrid battery test.

Motorcraft Complete Brake Service

If your vehicle’s brakes are low, take advantage of our Motorcraft Complete Brake Service for $179.95. This service includes brake pads or shoes, machining the rotors or drums and labor. The price is per axle.

Free Brake Inspection

Get a free brake inspection by an expert technician. We’ll inspect the pads or shoes, calipers, drums or rotors, the hoses and the hose connections. We’ll also inspect the parking brake for proper operation and damage.

Motorcraft Tested Tough MAX Battery

Get a Motorcraft Tested Tough MAX battery starting at $119.95. These batteries features a 100-month warranty. Taxes and installation are extra. The warranty includes free towing on a dealer-installed battery.

Free Battery Test

Get your battery tested free to ensure that it has enough juice to start your vehicle on those extra cold mornings. We’ll visually inspect your vehicle’s battery and test it using the Rotunda Micro-490 tester. A hybrid battery test is not included in this offer.

Motorcraft Premium Wiper Blades with Wear Indicator

Get a pair of Motorcraft Premium Wiper Blades with a wear indicator for $19.96.

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Call the service department at Johnson Brothers Ford today to set an appointment for maintenance. Be sure to visit our service specials page and print the coupons for the services that you are would like to have completed.

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Driving Safety Tips for Dust Storms

Posted on August 23, 2016 by admin

While dust storms aren’t common around Temple, TX, Johnson Bros Ford knows that many of our neighbors travel far and wide. Because dust storms aren’t common in the area, many people won’t know what to do if they encounter one. Certain parts of the country can experience fairly intense dust storms, like in Kansas where howling winds (often in excess of 50 miles-per-hour) have kicked up some serious dust and can make driving nearly impossible. Follow these tips to tackle these dust storms safely in your vehicle if you encounter one on your travels.

Prepare Before You Go

Before you hit the road in the morning, check the weather in the areas through which you’ll be traveling. If there is any chance of avoiding a dust storm — even if it takes you a little out of the way — you should take the alternative route.

When You Encounter a Storm

Pull over and park your vehicle at the first signs of a low-visibility dust storm — you don’t want to wait until the storm has diminished visibility to pull off of the road. When stopping, be sure to pull completely off of the paved road to a safe area where you will not be in the line of traffic.

Once You’re Off the Road

Remain inside your vehicle until the dust storm passes and visibility increases. While your vehicle is parked, turn off all of its lights including emergency flashers. Engage your vehicles emergency brake and advise all of your passengers to keep their seatbelts fastened.

Wait for the Storm to Pass

It’s important to wait until a dust storm has completely passed before getting back on the roadway. When the storm has passed, continue back onto the roadway with caution and always drive at reduced speeds in heavy winds.

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Before you head out anywhere, drop by Johnson Bros Ford to get your vehicle checked out, or for new and used car sales if you’re looking to update your vehicle.

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