Monthly Archives: August 2014

Getting ready for back to school can be daunting. Let us help!

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back to school supplies lists Grand Junction CO

Going back to school doesn’t have to be boring and dreadful.

Back to school supplies lists Grand Junction CO

OK, so we know that typically you wouldn’t think of us at Western Slope Auto as your one-stop-shop for back-to-school supplies and information. However, we want you to know that we’re here for you and support you, our valued customers, in all that you do. For that reason, we thought it may be helpful to come up with a sort of checklist of back to school supplies lists Grand Junction CO to get the wheels turning as far as what your child or you may need to go back to school.

Now, we know there are the traditional supplies you will surely need, such as pens, paper, notebooks, folders, etc., but we also wanted to touch on a few other things you may not think about bringing. Read the rest of this entry >>

Have a kid heading to college? Make sure they’re prepared with this simple step

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Best cars to take to college in Colorado

Best cars to take to college in Colorado

Going to college doesn’t have to be stressful.

Having a child head off to college, or heading there yourself, is one of the biggest, scariest steps your family can take. Especially if it is your first child or you’re the first in the family to go to college.

There are a lot of unknowns and uncertainties with which many people tend to have a difficult time. Will he or she make friends? Will I fit in? Will they graduate on time? Is this a waste of time? The answer is unique in every situation, as each and every one of you is unique. We do think, however, no matter who you are or where you’ve come from in life, it’s important to be prepared. Read the rest of this entry >>

Thinking about getting an EV? Look no further.

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Electric vehicles for sale Grand Junction CO

electric vehicles for sale Grand Junction CO

The Ford C-Max is a great example of an electric vehicle.

Saving the environment is all the rage right now, and we’re for one happy this is trend finally catching on. One of the many ways vehicle manufacturers are giving consumers more of what they’re asking for is by providing a larger variety and quantity of electric and hybrid vehicles.

Electric and hybrid vehicles have been around for nearly a decade, but they are just as of late becoming more popular and more affordable for a larger segment of Colorado residents. For that reason, more and more vehicle manufacturers are coming out with hybrid and electric vehicles for sale Grand Junction CO. Read the rest of this entry >>

The rise in popularity of electric cars means more charging stations in Grand Junction

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Car charging stations Grand Junction CO

A car charging station is easy to use and safe for the environment.

Car charging stations Grand Junction CO

It seems as though it has taken forever for the electric vehicle revolution to take hold of the Grand Junction CO area, but many environmental enthusiasts are overwhelmed with joy as the trend seems to finally have become more popular among Colorado residents. And with the rise in electric vehicles comes the rise in the number of car charging stations Grand Junction CO, which means it is easier and much more convenient to drive an electric car in the Grand Junction area.

Car charging stations Grand Junction CO

Charging stations are more prevalent today.

Almost every vehicle manufacturer, including Ford and Toyota, have an electric vehicle in their lineup for 2015. These vehicles do tend to cost more upfront than a traditional gasoline-powered vehicle, but many consumers have found electric vehicles to save them money over time mostly due to rising gas costs. Read the rest of this entry >>

Pricing announced for 2015 Ford F-150

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2015 Ford F-150 price Grand Junction CO

The 2015 Ford F-150 is expected to be an extremely powerful vehicle.

2015 Ford F-150 price Grand Junction CO

Everyone loves a good pickup truck in Colorado. What other vehicle could take you to the office during the day, then haul or tow heavy stuff at night? That’s right, a pickup truck.

Pickup trucks of today are so versatile and technologically advanced, you may even forget you’re in a pickup truck because new models, especially the 2015 Ford F-150, are manufactured to be lighter, brighter and more compatible with everyday life.

For example, many pickup trucks now come with navigation tools and are able to be synced with a smartphone to make sure you’re always reachable.

2015 Ford F-150 price Grand Junction CO

If it’s a Ford, you know you’re going places.

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