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Thursday, 10 February, 2022 The Ford Bronco is designed to make off-roading more accessible to anyone in Yorkville, NY who wants to experience it. At Steet-Ponte Ford, we are happy to point out the performance features that make off-roading so easy in a Ford Bronco. The first major performance benefit that you'll notice is the incredible ground clearance you'll have. If you opt for standard tires, you'll still have eight inches of ground clearance. If you want to upgrade your tires to 35 inches, you'll add three extra inches of ground clearance. This type of clearance can navigate rocky terrains, overgrown grass, and other dry landscapes that may give other cars difficulty. If it's wet terrain that has you worried, the Ford Bronco can help you safely travel over shallow bodies of water. You'll have up to 33.5 inches of water fording capability. Additional features that you can choose to add include skid plates, sway bar, and trail turn assist. Check Out Our New Ford Bronco Inventory Today! Check Out Our New Ford Bronco Inventory Today!

Tuesday, 14 December, 2021 It’s almost that time of the year!! Our Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest is being held on the day of our Holiday Lunch Party on Wednesday, December 15th. We’re so excited to see what kind of turnout we have this year! Winners from the following categories will be chosen by none other than Joe Steet Sr. and Steve Ponte Sr. for: Funniest, Best DIY, Most Holiday Spirit, Most Unique, Best Pop Culture, Joe’s Favorite, Steve’s Favorite, Ugliest Ugly Sweater. There will also be a winner for MOST liked photo on all of our Facebook pages in the Auto Group! Tune in to our Facebook and Instagram accounts, as all photos will be posted by Christmas Eve!

Thursday, 30 September, 2021 If you want an electric SUV with iconic styling and state-of-the-art features, the Ford Mustang Mach-E at Steet-Ponte Ford is a great catch. The Ford Mustang Mach-E helps you stay safe with Ford Co-Pilot360 2.0 and Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist 2.0. In addition, Ford Co-Pilot360 Active 2.0 comes with the Comfort/Technology Package. With Ford Co-Pilot360, you get a host of driver-assist features that include a Blind Spot Information System that helps you stay aware of vehicles in your blind zones, and this system comes with Cross-Traffic Alert. The Lane-Keeping System provides you with warnings if you start to sway out of your lane, and Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking is included with Ford Co-Pilot360 2.0. Additional features of this package include a rearview camera, Post-Collision Braking, Reverse Brake Assist, and a Reverse Sensing System. Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist 2.0 has Intersection Assist, Evasive Steering Assist, and Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-n-Go. With Ford Co-Pilot360 Active 2.0, you get Active Park Assist 2.0. Check Out Our New Ford Mustang Mach-E Inventory Today!

Monday, 03 September, 2018 The first Tuesday of every month we introduce a different face at Steet Ponte Ford Lincoln to help you get to know us better! This month, we’re introducing Steve Cater. Steve is a longtime employee of Steet Ponte Ford, you may recognize his last name as his family owned Cater Lincoln Mercury! Steve has 25 years of experience in the car business, and has been working with us for over 10 years! He lives in Whitesboro with his wife and two children. In his spare time, he loves snowmobiling in the winter, and spending time with his family. His favorite Ford is the Mustang GT! For more staff introductions, be sure to visit our Facebook page!

Tuesday, 07 August, 2018 The first Tuesday of every month we introduce a different face at Steet Ponte Ford Lincoln! This month, we're introducing Steve Ponte Sr.! Steve Sr. has been in the car business for over 30 years and started his career at our Chevy store, the former Len Brown Chevrolet. He resides locally in Herkimer with his wife, where he also raised their 4 children. Steve is an avid Golfer, and has played in some of the best courses in the world! He loves spending time with his children and seven grandchildren, and traveling to Florida with his family! For more staff introductions, be sure to visit our Facebook page!

Tuesday, 03 July, 2018 The first Tuesday of every month we introduce a different face at Steet Ponte Ford Lincoln! This month, we're introducing Joe Steet Sr.! Joe has been in the car business his entire life, beginning at age 11 reconditioning cars at his father and uncle’s store, United Auto Sales! Joe lives locally in New Hartford with his wife, where they raised their two children, who also work in the family business. Outside of work, Joe is an avid skier in the winter, you’ll see him and his wife at Gore Mountain throughout the winter months, and in the summer, you’ll see them riding around town on his motorcycle! He also loves spending time at his camp in Indian Lake with his family throughout the year. He is now officially a grandfather, as his daughter and son-in-law, who both work in the family business welcomed their first grandchild in June! For more staff introductions, be sure to visit our Facebook page!

Tuesday, 05 June, 2018 The first Tuesday of every month we introduce a different face at Steet Ponte Ford Lincoln to help you get to know us better! This month, we’re introducing Dave Abdou. Dave is the General Manager at Steet Ponte Ford and recently started working with us in early 2018! Dave is a veteran of the Automotive Industry, and lives locally in Whitesboro, NY with his wife and family. In his spare time, Dave enjoys golfing, running (you can catch him running the Boilermaker!) and spending time with family and friends. His favorite Ford is the Ford Explorer. For more staff introductions, be sure to visit our Facebook page!

Tuesday, 01 May, 2018 The first Tuesday of every month we introduce a different face at Steet Ponte Ford Lincoln to help you get to know us better! This month, we’re introducing Cyndi Wilson. Cyndi is a Service Advisor at Steet Ponte Ford Lincoln and recently started working with us in late 2017! Cyndi lives in Forestport, NY, and her favorite Ford is the Ford Escape. In her spare time, she loves spending time with her children and family, and playing Bingo with her sister at the Turning Stone! Check her out on our YouTube channel as she gives monthly service tips to help keep your Ford or Lincoln in tip top shape! For more staff introductions, be sure to check out our Facebook page!

Saturday, 31 March, 2018 You baby your engine in so many ways because you know that an engine is one of the most expensive parts on your vehicle to replace. But are you taking care of your engine by ensuring that your timing belt is in good working condition. If you're not, you should. The timing belt is a part that ensures that the camshaft and crankshafts are opening and closing the pistons and valves at the correct intervals. Without this timing element working properly, your engine can't run. It's even possible that if the timing belt brakes with the pistons and valves are opening and closing that your engine could be damaged. Ouch, that's a big price tag. If you're interested in learning more ways that you can protect your engine, or if you're interested in having your timing belt checked out, come to our service center Steete-Ponte Ford in Yorkville, NY. We'll be happy to take a look at your vehicle and find all of the ways that you can optimize the longevity of your timing belt and engine.

Wednesday, 28 February, 2018 Whether on a country road or a city street, having an emergency roadside kit in your vehicle is essential. A few items could keep you comfortable and safe until help arrives. Reflective triangles or flares will help alert oncoming cars. If you are not comfortable with road flares, LED flares are available now. It is a good idea to learn how to light a flare, just in case. Practice in a safe, dry location. Keep a first aid in the car. It should contain some sterile gauze, alcohol wipes, gloves, some antibacterial ointment, and bandages. Tire inflators, such as fix-a-flat, can revive a low tire enough to get to a mechanic. The canister attaches to the valve stem of the tire and sprays a solution inside. It is not a permanent fix, but it can get you to safety. Our service department at Steet-Ponte Ford in Yorkville can help get your car ready for the road. Tire and engine maintenance is one small way to prevent some roadside emergencies.