In May BreAnna McGee, Lexi Bryan and Adam Marske were honored as Athletes of the Month by Rizza Cars for the Orland Park, Frankfort and Hinsdale districts. Each Athlete of the Month sponsored by Rizza Cars received an award and their school is presented with a $500 check from Rizza Cars. Rizza Cars has dealership locations throughout the Chicago and Chicagoland Areas in: Orland Park, Tinley Park, Naperville and North Riverside and enjoys sponsoring activities in their community.
BreAnna McGee of Andrew High School – Why nominated? BreAnna McGee has been a 4-year starter for the Thunderbolts. The senior pitcher currently has a 9-0 record with an earned run average of 2.40
Lexi Bryant of Carl Sandburg High School – Why nominated? Through April 22nd, Lexi has a .450 batting average with 25 RBI's and 8 home runs. Lexi is a junior and has verbally committed to Kansas University.
Adam Marske of Nazareth Academy – Why nominated? Adam is a senior outfielder on the Nazareth Academy Baseball Team. Adam achieved a 31 on the ACT. His current game stats are: 17 for 35, .485 batting average, 4 Home Runs, and 22 Runs Batted In (R.B.I.'s). Adam's dedication and success makes him a perfect candidate for May's Athlete of the Month. Congratulations on a good season so far and keep up the good work!
Congratulations to all of our winners and nominees!
BreAnna McGee of Andrew High School – Why nominated? BreAnna McGee has been a 4-year starter for the Thunderbolts. The senior pitcher currently has a 9-0 record with an earned run average of 2.40
Lexi Bryant of Carl Sandburg High School – Why nominated? Through April 22nd, Lexi has a .450 batting average with 25 RBI's and 8 home runs. Lexi is a junior and has verbally committed to Kansas University.
Adam Marske of Nazareth Academy – Why nominated? Adam is a senior outfielder on the Nazareth Academy Baseball Team. Adam achieved a 31 on the ACT. His current game stats are: 17 for 35, .485 batting average, 4 Home Runs, and 22 Runs Batted In (R.B.I.'s). Adam's dedication and success makes him a perfect candidate for May's Athlete of the Month. Congratulations on a good season so far and keep up the good work!
Congratulations to all of our winners and nominees!
In April Meg Kelly, Abby Hedlin and Nora Masterson were honored as Athletes of the Month by Rizza Cars for the Orland Park, Frankfort and Hinsdale districts. Each Athlete of the Month sponsored by Rizza Cars receives an award and their school is presented with $500 from Rizza Cars.
Meg Kelly of Mt. Assisi High School - Why nominated? Meg Kelly is a 4 year starter on varsity and a 4 year All Conference selection (GCAC RED). She led the Eagles to a regional championship last year and sectional finalist (lost to eventual state champs Oak Forest 1-0). She is 2-0 this season with 23 k's in her first 2 starts. Meg will continue her softball career next year at Western Illinois University.
Abby Hedlin of Lincoln-Way West - Why nominated? Abby Hedlin had a great month of March in Girls Track and Field. Abby won the High Jump at the Charleston Invitational, which is the best Indoor meet in the state of Illinois. Abby’s winning jump of 5’4” also qualified her for the Indoor State Meet, in which she placed 2nd, at Illinois Wesleyn University on March 27th Along with the High Jump, Abby also was part of the 4x800 meter relay team that qualified for the Indoor State Meet.
Nora Masterson of Nazareth Academy - Why nominated? Nora is a senior on the girls' basketball team for the Roadrunners. Nora finished 3rd Place at the IHSA 3A Country Financial 3 Point Shoot-Out at Illinois State University. She advanced from the 32 participants to the four-player finals by making 9 of 15 shots and then 6 for 10 among six players in a shoot-off. Congrats Nora and thanks for your dedication!
Congratulations to all of our winners and nominees!
Meg Kelly of Mt. Assisi High School - Why nominated? Meg Kelly is a 4 year starter on varsity and a 4 year All Conference selection (GCAC RED). She led the Eagles to a regional championship last year and sectional finalist (lost to eventual state champs Oak Forest 1-0). She is 2-0 this season with 23 k's in her first 2 starts. Meg will continue her softball career next year at Western Illinois University.
Abby Hedlin of Lincoln-Way West - Why nominated? Abby Hedlin had a great month of March in Girls Track and Field. Abby won the High Jump at the Charleston Invitational, which is the best Indoor meet in the state of Illinois. Abby’s winning jump of 5’4” also qualified her for the Indoor State Meet, in which she placed 2nd, at Illinois Wesleyn University on March 27th Along with the High Jump, Abby also was part of the 4x800 meter relay team that qualified for the Indoor State Meet.
Nora Masterson of Nazareth Academy - Why nominated? Nora is a senior on the girls' basketball team for the Roadrunners. Nora finished 3rd Place at the IHSA 3A Country Financial 3 Point Shoot-Out at Illinois State University. She advanced from the 32 participants to the four-player finals by making 9 of 15 shots and then 6 for 10 among six players in a shoot-off. Congrats Nora and thanks for your dedication!
Congratulations to all of our winners and nominees!
We pride ourselves on providing the ultimate experience for customers from start to finish when they look to Joe Rizza Ford of Orland Park to make their new or pre-owned vehicle purchase. Compliments to our hard work and efforts are appreciated as we make strides to improve our service with each and every customer. A recent customer from Iowa was kind enough to share his experience and testimonial to our service.
Dear Joe,
This letter is written to address the exceptional personal and professional demeanor of Ramy Betouni on the sale of my newly purchased Chrysler 300 Limited. I am from Pella, Iowa home of Corporate Office of Pella Corporation. For quite some time I have been looking for a pre-owned Chrysler 300 Limited Signature Series with all of the bells and whistles. I found one through Joe Rizza and spoke to Ramy.
I have had very poor experiences with “used car” salespersons until I met Ramy. We discussed my interest over the phone, agreed upon a day and time that I would drive to Orland Park and test drive the car. The entire experience changed my attitude about purchasing a pre-owned vehicle.
As a member of your team, I want to personally thank Ramy for his personal and professional abilities. His honesty, authenticity, knowledge of the car, and handling the transaction was valuable and instrumental in helping me to purchase the car.
Thank you once again,
Matthew J. Burch, R.C.C.
Dear Joe,
This letter is written to address the exceptional personal and professional demeanor of Ramy Betouni on the sale of my newly purchased Chrysler 300 Limited. I am from Pella, Iowa home of Corporate Office of Pella Corporation. For quite some time I have been looking for a pre-owned Chrysler 300 Limited Signature Series with all of the bells and whistles. I found one through Joe Rizza and spoke to Ramy.
I have had very poor experiences with “used car” salespersons until I met Ramy. We discussed my interest over the phone, agreed upon a day and time that I would drive to Orland Park and test drive the car. The entire experience changed my attitude about purchasing a pre-owned vehicle.
As a member of your team, I want to personally thank Ramy for his personal and professional abilities. His honesty, authenticity, knowledge of the car, and handling the transaction was valuable and instrumental in helping me to purchase the car.
Thank you once again,
Matthew J. Burch, R.C.C.
In March Chelsey O'Brien, Erynn Schuh and Patrick Vitek were honored as Athletes of the Month by Rizza Cars for the Orland Park, Frankfort and Hinsdale districts. Each Athlete of the Month sponsored by Rizza Cars receives an award and their school is presented with $500 from Rizza Cars.
Athletes are nominated by coaches and teachers at their school for outstanding athletic performance in their chosen sport. See why this month’s winners were nominated:
Chelsey O'Brien of Mt. Assisi Academy – why nominated? Chelsey, a senior at Mt. Assisi Academy, is a 4 year member of the Varsity Pom Dance Team, including the 2009 team that placed 7th at the IDTA State Competition. Chelsey is a dedicated dancer who pocesses strong leadership skills, a positive attitude, and a caring nature. She choreographed the majority of the award winning 2010 Pom Dance and is instrumental in critiquing the dancing skills of the other members of the team in order to make their performances at competition exceptional.
Erynn Schuh of Lincoln-Way North High School – why nominated? Erynn Schuh went 14-15 from the free throw line and scored 18 points on the night helping Lincoln-Way North beat Andrew 60-55 Wednesday night in the Class 4A Eisenhower Regional semifinals.
Patrick Vitek of Nazareth Academy – why nominated? Patrick is a freshman wrestler who qualified for sectionals in the inaugural season of the Nazareth Academy Wrestling Program. He wrestled at 152 pounds.
Congratulations to all of our winners and nominees!
Athletes are nominated by coaches and teachers at their school for outstanding athletic performance in their chosen sport. See why this month’s winners were nominated:
Chelsey O'Brien of Mt. Assisi Academy – why nominated? Chelsey, a senior at Mt. Assisi Academy, is a 4 year member of the Varsity Pom Dance Team, including the 2009 team that placed 7th at the IDTA State Competition. Chelsey is a dedicated dancer who pocesses strong leadership skills, a positive attitude, and a caring nature. She choreographed the majority of the award winning 2010 Pom Dance and is instrumental in critiquing the dancing skills of the other members of the team in order to make their performances at competition exceptional.
Erynn Schuh of Lincoln-Way North High School – why nominated? Erynn Schuh went 14-15 from the free throw line and scored 18 points on the night helping Lincoln-Way North beat Andrew 60-55 Wednesday night in the Class 4A Eisenhower Regional semifinals.
Patrick Vitek of Nazareth Academy – why nominated? Patrick is a freshman wrestler who qualified for sectionals in the inaugural season of the Nazareth Academy Wrestling Program. He wrestled at 152 pounds.
Congratulations to all of our winners and nominees!
In February Julia Marbach, Brian “Bubba” Witkowsk and Rachel Stec Powers were honored as Athletes of the Month by Rizza Cars for the Orland Park, Frankfort and Hinsdale districts. Each Athlete of the Month sponsored by Rizza Cars receives an award and their school is presented with $500 from Rizza Cars.
Athletes are nominated by coaches and teachers at their school for outstanding athletic performance in their chosen sport. See why this month’s winners were nominated:
Julia Marbach of Mt. Assisi Academy – why nominated? Julia Marbach Senior captain Julia is averaging 9PPG, 9RPG and 3 steals per game. As a three year varsity basketball player, Julia has made her game better every year. Julia has given the basketball program the leadership that it needs on the floor. Julia is not only fantastic on the basketball court, but she is also number 1 in her class. She balances her honors classes with her basketball schedule better then any player in the program. As a captain, Julia works hard in practice to help her younger teammates get better. Every coach likes to see their players get better as the season wears on, and Julia is averaging a Double-Double (10pts 11reb) in her last 7 games.
Brian “Bubba” Witkowsk of Tinley Park High School – why nominated? Brian “Bubba” Witkowski, a senior, has had an excellent senior season for the boys swim team. He is captain of the team and has guided the Titans to a tremendous amount of success this year. With his help the team won both the Oak Lawn and Tinley Park Invites and took 2nd at the Bremen Invite. He is hoping to guide the Titans to a conference team victory this Saturday at the SSC Blue Conference Meet at Tinley Park High School. He looks to improve his top times this season in the 50 freestyle-23.04 and the 100 freestyle-53.00. Brian not only excels in the pool but is a stellar student and leader in the classroom. He works extremely hard and Tinley Park High School is proud to nominate Brian Witkowski for Athlete of the Month.
Rachel Stec of Nazareth Academy – why nominated? Rachel is a senior guard on the girls basketball team for the Roadrunners. She made two clutch free throws with 2 seconds left in the game to surpass the Lyons Township with a score of 34-33. Congrats Rachel!!!!
Congratulations to all of our winners and nominees!
Athletes are nominated by coaches and teachers at their school for outstanding athletic performance in their chosen sport. See why this month’s winners were nominated:
Julia Marbach of Mt. Assisi Academy – why nominated? Julia Marbach Senior captain Julia is averaging 9PPG, 9RPG and 3 steals per game. As a three year varsity basketball player, Julia has made her game better every year. Julia has given the basketball program the leadership that it needs on the floor. Julia is not only fantastic on the basketball court, but she is also number 1 in her class. She balances her honors classes with her basketball schedule better then any player in the program. As a captain, Julia works hard in practice to help her younger teammates get better. Every coach likes to see their players get better as the season wears on, and Julia is averaging a Double-Double (10pts 11reb) in her last 7 games.
Brian “Bubba” Witkowsk of Tinley Park High School – why nominated? Brian “Bubba” Witkowski, a senior, has had an excellent senior season for the boys swim team. He is captain of the team and has guided the Titans to a tremendous amount of success this year. With his help the team won both the Oak Lawn and Tinley Park Invites and took 2nd at the Bremen Invite. He is hoping to guide the Titans to a conference team victory this Saturday at the SSC Blue Conference Meet at Tinley Park High School. He looks to improve his top times this season in the 50 freestyle-23.04 and the 100 freestyle-53.00. Brian not only excels in the pool but is a stellar student and leader in the classroom. He works extremely hard and Tinley Park High School is proud to nominate Brian Witkowski for Athlete of the Month.
Rachel Stec of Nazareth Academy – why nominated? Rachel is a senior guard on the girls basketball team for the Roadrunners. She made two clutch free throws with 2 seconds left in the game to surpass the Lyons Township with a score of 34-33. Congrats Rachel!!!!
Congratulations to all of our winners and nominees!
In January Katie McGann, Joey Allegretti and Ryan Powers were honored as Athletes of the Month by Rizza Cars for the Orland Park, Frankfort and Hinsdale districts. Each Athlete of the Month sponsored by Rizza Cars receives an award and their school is presented with $500 from Rizza Cars.
Athletes are nominated by coaches and teachers at their school for outstanding athletic performance in their chosen sport. See why this month’s winners were nominated:
Katie McGann of Mt. Assisi Academy – why nominated? As a 2 year starter for the varsity basketball team, sophomore Katie McGann has been contributing since her first day in the program. Last year Katie averaged 9.7 pts per game and has already shown improvement on that for this year by averaging 13.5 pts per game. Katie has refined her offensive skills and has proven to be a solid offensive threat to our opponents. Katie leads the team in 3pt field-goals with 19. Not only does Katie provide us with offensive power, she is also averaging 5 rebounds a game. Katie is also shooting 87% from the free-throw line. In her second year as a varsity player, Katie is already setting herself up to move into the top ten scoring leaders at Mt. Assisi by years end. Katie has been able to maintain a 3.0 gpa while participating cross-county and basketball.
Joey Allegretti of Lincoln-Way East High School – why nominated? Joey Allegretti, a Lincoln-Way East sophomore wrestler, was diagnosed with leukemia Jan. 3, 2007 while on a family vacation to watch the Orange Bowl. After, a year of treatment he is finally cleared to come back and wrestle. Allegretti, who ranks in the top 10 in his weight class, has been a dedicated athlete since getting medical clearance to play after missing a year's worth of sports.
Ryan Powers of Nazareth Academy – why nominated? Ryan Powers is a three year starter for the Roadrunners. Recently, he scored 30 pts versus Timothy Christian and had 15 rebounds against Marist. Ryan was also named for the All-Tournament Team for the R-B Bill Vandemerkt Thanksgiving Classic.
Congratulations to all of our winners and nominees!
Athletes are nominated by coaches and teachers at their school for outstanding athletic performance in their chosen sport. See why this month’s winners were nominated:
Katie McGann of Mt. Assisi Academy – why nominated? As a 2 year starter for the varsity basketball team, sophomore Katie McGann has been contributing since her first day in the program. Last year Katie averaged 9.7 pts per game and has already shown improvement on that for this year by averaging 13.5 pts per game. Katie has refined her offensive skills and has proven to be a solid offensive threat to our opponents. Katie leads the team in 3pt field-goals with 19. Not only does Katie provide us with offensive power, she is also averaging 5 rebounds a game. Katie is also shooting 87% from the free-throw line. In her second year as a varsity player, Katie is already setting herself up to move into the top ten scoring leaders at Mt. Assisi by years end. Katie has been able to maintain a 3.0 gpa while participating cross-county and basketball.
Joey Allegretti of Lincoln-Way East High School – why nominated? Joey Allegretti, a Lincoln-Way East sophomore wrestler, was diagnosed with leukemia Jan. 3, 2007 while on a family vacation to watch the Orange Bowl. After, a year of treatment he is finally cleared to come back and wrestle. Allegretti, who ranks in the top 10 in his weight class, has been a dedicated athlete since getting medical clearance to play after missing a year's worth of sports.
Ryan Powers of Nazareth Academy – why nominated? Ryan Powers is a three year starter for the Roadrunners. Recently, he scored 30 pts versus Timothy Christian and had 15 rebounds against Marist. Ryan was also named for the All-Tournament Team for the R-B Bill Vandemerkt Thanksgiving Classic.
Congratulations to all of our winners and nominees!
In December - Nicole Frederick, Steven White and Jocelynn Birks were honored as Athletes of the Month by Rizza Cars for the Orland Park, Frankfort and Hinsdale districts. Each Athlete of the Month sponsored by Rizza Cars receives an award and their school is presented with $500 from Rizza Cars.
Athletes are nominated by coaches and teachers at their school for outstanding athletic performance in their chosen sport. See why this month’s winners were nominated:
Nicole Frederick of Queen of Peace High School – why nominated? Nicole is ranked #1 in her senior class and she is also a team captain on the Queen of Peace Varsity Volleyball team. She has been an outstanding player for us this year, earning GCAC All-Conference honors. As a setter, Nicole has had 57 kills, 422 assists, 48 aces, 197 digs, 5 solo blocked shots, and 8 assist blocked shots. Nicole is a great athlete who has performed well.
Steven White of Tinley Park High School – why nominated? Steve White is a hard worker both on and off the court. It is the first year of varsity basketball for the junior. He has been a part of the program for both his freshman and sophomore seasons prior to his debut on the varsity. White helped the Titans finish second in the Stagg Thanksgiving Tournament, where the Titans posted a 3-1 record. White was named to the All Tournament Team, and as a junior, White is averaging 15.5 points/game, 5.5 rebounds/game, 2.25 steals/game and leads the team in both three pointers made (10) and free-throws percentage (83 percent).
Jocelynn Birks of Lyons Township High School – why nominated? Jocelynn led her team to a 2nd place finish at the 4A Volleyball state championships. She led her team in kills and dominated the net as an attack player all season long. Jocelynn has been named to the West Suburban All-Conference team as well as being named her team's MVP for the season.
Congratulations to all of our winners and nominees!
Athletes are nominated by coaches and teachers at their school for outstanding athletic performance in their chosen sport. See why this month’s winners were nominated:
Nicole Frederick of Queen of Peace High School – why nominated? Nicole is ranked #1 in her senior class and she is also a team captain on the Queen of Peace Varsity Volleyball team. She has been an outstanding player for us this year, earning GCAC All-Conference honors. As a setter, Nicole has had 57 kills, 422 assists, 48 aces, 197 digs, 5 solo blocked shots, and 8 assist blocked shots. Nicole is a great athlete who has performed well.
Steven White of Tinley Park High School – why nominated? Steve White is a hard worker both on and off the court. It is the first year of varsity basketball for the junior. He has been a part of the program for both his freshman and sophomore seasons prior to his debut on the varsity. White helped the Titans finish second in the Stagg Thanksgiving Tournament, where the Titans posted a 3-1 record. White was named to the All Tournament Team, and as a junior, White is averaging 15.5 points/game, 5.5 rebounds/game, 2.25 steals/game and leads the team in both three pointers made (10) and free-throws percentage (83 percent).
Jocelynn Birks of Lyons Township High School – why nominated? Jocelynn led her team to a 2nd place finish at the 4A Volleyball state championships. She led her team in kills and dominated the net as an attack player all season long. Jocelynn has been named to the West Suburban All-Conference team as well as being named her team's MVP for the season.
Congratulations to all of our winners and nominees!
In November - Jessie Mainczyk, Erin McGinnis and Horacio Sanchez were honored as Athletes of the Month by Rizza Cars for the Orland Park, Frankfort and Hinsdale districts. Each Athlete of the Month sponsored by Rizza Cars receives an award and their school is presented with $500 from Rizza Cars.
Athletes are nominated by coaches and teachers at their school for outstanding athletic performance in their chosen sport. See why this month’s winners were nominated:
Jessie Mainczyk of Queen of Peace High School – why nominated? Jessie Mainczyk is a member of the Queen of Peace High School Volleyball Team. Her stats represent her qualification as an Athlete of the Month. To date she has 185 defensive digs, 194 kills, 21 ace serves and 8 solo blocks.
Erin McGinnis of Andrew High School – why nominated? Erin has been a 4-year varsity starter for the Andrew Girls' Golf team. She has consistently been our best golfer this season became the first female golfer in Andrew history to qualify for the state finals.
Horacio Sanchez of Lyons Township High School – why nominated? Horacio Sanchez is a member of the Lyons Township Soccer team that wons its 5th straight regional championship in October. He can score and feed others to score.
Congratulations to all of our winners and nominees!
Athletes are nominated by coaches and teachers at their school for outstanding athletic performance in their chosen sport. See why this month’s winners were nominated:
Jessie Mainczyk of Queen of Peace High School – why nominated? Jessie Mainczyk is a member of the Queen of Peace High School Volleyball Team. Her stats represent her qualification as an Athlete of the Month. To date she has 185 defensive digs, 194 kills, 21 ace serves and 8 solo blocks.
Erin McGinnis of Andrew High School – why nominated? Erin has been a 4-year varsity starter for the Andrew Girls' Golf team. She has consistently been our best golfer this season became the first female golfer in Andrew history to qualify for the state finals.
Horacio Sanchez of Lyons Township High School – why nominated? Horacio Sanchez is a member of the Lyons Township Soccer team that wons its 5th straight regional championship in October. He can score and feed others to score.
Congratulations to all of our winners and nominees!
The 2010 Ford Fusion has been named Motor Trend's Car of the year!
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Fresh from playing 15 holes in the cold rain Jeremy Fraser of Frankfort stopped at the Lincoln-Way North Homecoming football game to claim his prize as the winner of the Triblocal.com and Rizzacars.com High School Player of the Month for September.
Fraser is a junior at Lincoln-Way North and a member of the varsity boys golf team. At 16, he's been a key member of the team and aiming for a top finish this season.
Each month schools present a nominee for High School Player of the Month and readers, like you, cast votes for the athlete you'd like to see win the contest. The athlete with the most votes is declared the winner.
As the winner, Fraser received an award and Rizzacars.com donated $500 to Lincoln-Way North High School.
To present the award Oct. 3 Dan McMillan, chief financial officer of Rizzacars.com presented the check to Lincoln-Way North Athletic Director Matthew Lyke and Jeremy Fraser.
By Triblocal.com reporter Melissa R. Riske
Fraser is a junior at Lincoln-Way North and a member of the varsity boys golf team. At 16, he's been a key member of the team and aiming for a top finish this season.
Each month schools present a nominee for High School Player of the Month and readers, like you, cast votes for the athlete you'd like to see win the contest. The athlete with the most votes is declared the winner.
As the winner, Fraser received an award and Rizzacars.com donated $500 to Lincoln-Way North High School.
To present the award Oct. 3 Dan McMillan, chief financial officer of Rizzacars.com presented the check to Lincoln-Way North Athletic Director Matthew Lyke and Jeremy Fraser.
By Triblocal.com reporter Melissa R. Riske
Joe Rizza has again received Ford Motor Company's President's Award. The most prestigious award that Ford gives its dealers. It recognizes excellence in customer satisfaction for Ford Sales and Service. Ford Motor Company's General Zone Manager Jeff Terlep expressed his excitement. "Ford Motor Company is extremely proud of Joe Rizza's accomplishments in all 3 of his Ford and Lincoln, Mercury dealerships," stated Mr. Terlep. Only 5% of all Ford Dealers nation wide receive this high honor.
There are several metrics to determine if a manufacturer is producing high-quality vehicles. J.D. Power surveys and Consumer Reports are useful consumer tools, but one statistic tells the automakers how well they're doing perhaps more than any other: warranty costs. At the turn of the 21st century, Ford was dumping billions of dollars into warranty vehicle repair, but the Blue Oval says that recent quality gains has cut warranty costs by $1.2 billion over the past two years. In fact, since 2004, warranty repair work has been reduced by 50%. Amazingly, the warranty cost reductions come as Ford has increased warranty coverage from 3 years and 36,000 miles to 5 years or 60,000 miles.
Ford says it has improved quality by scrutinizing every part of the vehicle creation process. Computer-aided design and engineering is cutting cost while also delivering more precise data, and the Blue Oval's global product development system delivers standardized engineering. Ford has improved its processes at the plant level as well. Each of the automaker's facilities has a variability reduction team that weeds out oddball processes, removing the chance for error.
18 of Ford's 24 models have fewer Things Gone Wrong than the year before, and every vehicle since 2005 has better quality than its predecessor. Ford promises that new models like the 2010 Taurus will continue the tradition of improved quality, giving the Blue Oval a solid shot at passing the Japanese competition in J.D. Power and Consumer Reports. The result for Ford is much-needed cost savings, but the larger victory comes from the fact that customers are spending less time in service and more time on the road. Hit the jump to read Ford's press release.
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In the market for a fuel-sipping mid-size sedan? Now, and for a limited time only, buyers of the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid will be eligible for the $3,400 federal tax credit for hybrid vehicles. Late last year, Ford hit the magic 60,000 limit on individual hybrid sales that's been imposed by the Feds, so the tax credit for all of the Blue Oval's hybrid machines will be halved beginning on April 1st. Beginning in October, the credit will again be cut in half to $850 and the entire amount will be gone starting January 1st of 2010.
Tax credit or not, the 2010 Fusion Hybrid's EPA rating of 41 mpg city and 36 mpg highway bests the Toyota Camry Hybrid by a whopping eight mpg in the city and two mpg on the highway. For what it's worth, hybrid tax credits for Toyota (and Honda, for that matter) have already expired.
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