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Ford Umhlanga is Here for You!!!

July 20, 2021 By Rokkit Digital

With all that has happened in KZN recently, we all had to experience life like never before. We could not leave our homes and were stranded inside for an entire week to be safe. Whatever plans we had made, were put on hold and our entire province came to a standstill. There was no access to any retail outlet due to these unforeseen circumstances and unfortunately, we as the people had to suffer during this unrest.

With this being said, We at Ford Umhlanga are back, ready to serve you and would like to reassure you that we are committed to providing excellent service for all our guests and your satisfaction is our number one priority.

The New Vehicle Sales department is fully staffed with stock availability and ready to get you into your brand-new vehicle.

The Used Car Sales department is fully stocked with a wide range of Preloved vehicles to suit your pocket.

The Finance Department is willing to assist with obtaining the most suitable finance agreement.

Our Service department is dedicated and working over and above to get your vehicle serviced or repaired and back onto the road as soon as possible hassle free.

Lastly, our Parts department is ready to provide you with Ford Genuine Parts that carry a 12 month/20 000km Ford warranty which means that you benefit from Quality parts and quality workmanship. This will prolong your vehicle usage.

Do not Hesitate and Contact us on 031 538 6200
Visit 115 Flanders Drive, Mount Edgecombe.
www.umhlangaford.co.za

THE FOREVER FORD EVEREST SPORT UNPACKED

July 20, 2021 By Rokkit Digital

Equipped with superior interiors and black sports finishing, The Ford Everest Sport is prepared to take on the toughest situations and look its best while doing it!

Comfort and Safety

The Everest Sport Comes standard with Seven airbags for you and your family, and that alone is Peace of mind.

Auto High Beam Control

The All-New Ford Everest Sport comes with Auto High Beam Control, and this detects oncoming traffic so potential incidents are avoided using the camera mounted on the rear-view mirror, is this another safety feature on the new Ford Everest? Precisely!

Engine

The Everest Sport is powered by the 2.0 Single-Turbo diesel engine generating an enthusiastic 132kW of power and 420Nm of torque. It is mated with a 10-speed automatic transmission, delivering strong performance and phenomenal fuel economy of 7.1L per 100km.

Unique front grille

The Everest Sport is unique with a 3D Everest bonnet badge, a black mesh front grille and bi-LED headlamps, so it commands and makes a statement wherever it goes.

Leather accented seating

Exceptional touches you can not only feel but see, with ‘SPORT’ front leather accented seats and capital blue stitching, the difference is laid out in the details.

Black body exterior accents

The Everest Sports recognisable exterior includes a black front rear bumper, a black tailgate appliqué and ebony roof rails.

20” black alloy wheels

To tie it all together, Everest Sport comes standard with sleek, stand-out 20-inch black alloy wheels.

Colours

Sea Grey
Frozen White
Agate Black
Diffused Silver
Moondust Silver
Copper Red

Contact us to confirm colour availability for each model.
When we say Ford is showing off, you must believe us! At CMH STEYN’S FORD, we have certainly been blown away and want to give away all regarding this new Ford release, but you must experience the AMAZING Ford Everest yourself!

Call us on 087 724 8470 to book your FREE test drive today or visit us at 42 Bosman Street Pretoria
https://cmhford.co.za/steyns-auto/
https://www.ford.co.za/suvs/everest

Collision awareness

July 19, 2021 By Rokkit Digital

We all dread the moment when we are faced with an unpredictable collision involving our precious vehicle. However, we must remain calm during incidents like these and focus on the safety of ourselves and those around us.

It is important to know your rights when you are in a collision. To ensure only the best for your Ford vehicle, keep your FORD A FORD by choosing to have your vehicle repaired by a Ford Dealer workshop department – this guarantees the use of genuine parts along with trained technicians that will be able to diagnose your vehicle needs correctly.

By choosing a reputable dealer such as CMH Kempster Ford Durban and our trusted workshop/service department to work on your vehicle, you are assured peace of mind knowing your vehicle will be repaired right, the first time!

Tips to remember when in a collision:

Stop your car, breathe, and remain calm
Get to safety, if you can, move to the side of the road or a sidewalk
Check if you or your passengers are injured, if there are injuries call your local ambulance service
Turn on your hazard lights and use the equipment in your car emergency kit to warn others.

Know your rights:

You have the right to REFUSE, you are not obliged to use the repair services your insurance suggests.
Get a cost estimation before starting repairs
Release your vehicle for repairs only when you are ready
It is your right to get new OEM parts and to choose which parts are used to replace your damaged parts.

At CMH Kempster Ford Durban our workshop and parts department are here to ensure that after your collision, all your vehicle repairs will be professionally done by us, and genuine Ford parts will be used. Visit us at 901 Umgeni Rd or call us on 0313130800, browse online www.umgeniford.co.za

The Mustang Mach 1 has arrived!

July 19, 2021 By Rokkit Digital

The sport race design theme is the hallmark of the Ford Mustang line up and the Mach 1 follows suit perfectly. Styling comprises aerodynamic features including the front grilles, front splitter, rear diffuser, and rear spoiler in distinctive high or low-gloss black and Magnetic finishes. Unique 19-inch wheels are finished in moody, low-gloss Dark Tarnish.
This vehicle is made for thoroughbred performance! You will feel the adrenaline from the first rev. The Mustang Mach 1’s Ford V8 engine combines a high-performance Open-Air Induction System, intake manifold and 87mm throttle bodies with low-pressure port fuel injection and high-pressure direct fuel injection for 338kW of power at 7 250r/min and 529Nm of torque at 4 900r/min.

To enhance and maximize your driving experience, Mustang Mach 1 continues to deliver Mustang selectable Drive Modes including Sport and Track modes, with Track Apps enabling drivers to deploy accelerometer, acceleration timers and Launch Control features – viewed in the standard 12-inch all-digital instrument cluster.

Power: 338kW @ 7 250 r/min
Torque: 529Nm @ 4 900 r/min
Acceleration: 0 – 100 km/h: 4.4 seconds
Top speed: 267 km/h

The Mustang Mach 1 has a defined set of people that the vehicle attracts, for those who want to feel the adrenaline pumping through their veins, for those who want to experience the excitement of each rev and most certainly for those that appreciate the iconic Mustang in its entirety from design features to the paintwork!

If you are looking to own one of these bad boys, we at CMH Ford Durban will make it happen! Visit us at 901 Umgeni Rd or call us on 0877248624 alternatively browse online www.umgeniford.co.za

Article extracts and source : www.fordsouthafrica.co.za

CMH Ford Randburg looking out for Driver and Passenger Safety

July 15, 2021 By Rokkit Digital

Advanced Driver Assistance Systems in the Ford Ranger Aid Driver and Passenger Safety

When the Ford Ranger made its first public appearance at the 2010 Australian International Motor Show, it was more than just the eye-catching design and capability of the all-new pick-up that set it apart from the competition. It was the highly advanced levels of safety, security, and occupant protection.

During development, Ford engineers ran thousands of simulations to develop a strong enough vehicle to do the job and safe enough to protect occupants in a crash. In addition, Ford fitted the Ranger with comprehensive crash avoidance technology to prevent crashes from happening in the first place.

These Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) helped the Ranger to become the first pick-up in its class to achieve the maximum five-star European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP) / Australian New Car Assessment Programme (ANCAP) rating in 2012.

Safety Evolution

Features like pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking (AEB), available in certain Ranger and Everest models, are designed to reduce the severity of, and in some cases can help prevent, a frontal collision, marking a step toward a smarter, safer future on the road.

AEB uses complementary camera and millimetre-wave radar to detect and identify potential risks on the road on Ford vehicles. While the radar detects obstacles that are farther away and moving fast, such as other vehicles, the camera can also recognise images, such as pedestrians.
When the risk is detected, AEB alerts the driver with audible warning sounds and a flashing light. At the same time, the system prepares the brakes for rapid braking. If the driver reacts too slowly, the technology applies the brakes, potentially helping avoid the crash entirely or reduce the impact.

Ford ADAS features explained

Adaptive Cruise Control

Like regular cruise control, you can set a speed you want the Ranger to maintain, but adaptive cruise control uses radar to maintain a safe and pre-set distance with the vehicle ahead of you.

Adjustable Speed Limiter

Driving on a long stretch of highway? Keep within the law and set the adjustable speed limiter to the legal limit of the motorway you are on. Once set, your Ranger will not go over the speed limit, even if you step on the throttle.

Parking Sensors with Rear View Camera

Ranger helps you reverse into tight spaces with the combination of rear parking sensors and rearview camera images that can be conveniently viewed on your SYNC infotainment screen.

Lane Keep Assist

Ranger uses a camera to scan the road ahead for lane markings to detect if your pick-up truck is drifting out of the lane. The feedback you’ll feel through the steering wheel will alert you when your Ranger drifts from the lane, and a steering aid will guide you back to the centre of the lane.

Semi-Auto Active Park Assist

Have trouble with parallel parking? No worries. With the press of a button, Ranger’s semi-auto active park assist can detect a parking spot big enough for your truck and automatically steers itself into place.

Driver Alert System Coffee Cup

Ranger monitors you’re driving behaviour and detects if you are showing any signs of fatigue. A forward-facing camera calculates your vigilance level based on the vehicle position within the lane. If Ranger detects you are becoming less and less vigilant, an audible chime and a coffee cup logo will appear in the instrument cluster, suggesting the driver take a break.

Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) with Vehicle and Pedestrian Detection

AEB can avoid a collision with a vehicle or pedestrian using advanced camera technology by pre-charging the brakes for increased braking power and response. Ranger can also automatically apply the brakes to avoid a collision with a vehicle or pedestrian at speeds over 3.6km/h.

[1] ADAS features may vary on the specific Ranger Variant. Please check your local Ford website or visit your preferred Ford dealership for more details.

[2] ADAS features do not replace the driver and are driver aids. Always drive safely and follow local road laws.

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IT’S A NEW DAWN FOR CMH FORD BALLITO

July 12, 2021 By Rokkit Digital

Ford Ballito is proud to announce that it is now under and part of the CMH group. CMH is a highly recognized Motor company throughout South Africa that aims to assist customers with all their motoring requirements.

Our dealership is located on the beautiful North Coast. We have our highly trained staff members and managers ready to be of service to you and assist you in buying a new or used vehicle. CMH Ford Ballito lives up to our mission statement which is “To make people’s lives better through automotive and mobility leadership”

Our state-of-the-art showroom has a wide range of Ford models and a variety of pre-owned brands to suit your needs, our state-of-the-art facility also includes a beauty salon, hair salon, and a coffee shop. What better way to pamper yourself and treat yourself for lunch while surrounded by your dream car?

There is no better way for you to enjoy this experience and choose the right car for you than coming in to visit our breath-taking dealership and test drive your dream car today!!
Visit us at 35-37 Moffat drive Ballito business park, Dolphin coast. Or you can contact us on 032 946 5600 or send us an email at leadmaster10@cmh.co.za

We are looking forward to seeing you soon!!!

Bring Your Ford Home !!!

July 8, 2021 By Rokkit Digital

Ford Umhlanga invites all our guests who are driving seven- to ten-year-old Ford vehicles to bring your Ford back home to our State-of-the-Art Dealership.

Time flies when you are enjoying your Ford. As a loyal driver, we are inviting you to bring your Ford back home to our Service Centre.

Your vehicle will receive the Expert care it deserves, and you will have peace of mind knowing that your Ford will be fitted with Ford Genuine Parts in our workshop. Ford Genuine Parts carry a 12 month/20 000km Ford warranty which means that you benefit from Quality parts and quality workmanship.

The Amazing offers are listed below – Oil Service (incl VAT)

Figo, Fiesta, EcoSport, Focus, Ikon @ R1299.
Kuga @ R1499.
Ranger @ R1699.

This offer includes an Oil Service. Parts include Oil Filter, Full Synthetic Oil and sump plug as well as labour at a competitive retail labour rate.

Your vehicle has become an essential part of your life and it should be taken care of in the right way at the right place for it to give you many more years of Loyal service, that is why we at Ford Umhlanga provide you with this awesome offer. Book your vehicle in now and Give your Ford the love it deserves!!!

Contact 031 538 6200
Visit 115 Flanders Drive, Mount Edgecombe.
www.umhlangaford.co.za

Meet Margret Lawrence – New Vehicles Finance Manager

July 6, 2021 By Rokkit Digital

We would like to welcome Margret to the new vehicle sales department. With over 25 years of experience in the motor industry as a Finance Manager, positive change is bound to happen, and we have seen that already in her first month onboard.

We sat down with Margret to find out about her experience in the ever-changing automotive industry. Margret, formally known as Margie joined the CMH group in 1993 as a finance manager for Ford Umgeni and has since gained vast knowledge, experience, and expertise amongst other dealers such as Nissan Datcentre Pinetown, Peugeot, and Mazda Ford. She has been part of the Ford family for over 10years and has grown from strength to strength.

Since Margie has joined the management team, the new car department has strengthened even more. The team is confident and committed to excellent guest service here at CMH Kempster Ford Durban South. She is currently elevating the standards in the department ensuring that each customer that walks in with a dream of buying a vehicle gets the best finance approval.

Visit us at 274 Solomon Mahlangu Drive, Bluff and look at our wide range of vehicles on offer. If we do not have what you are looking for, we will gladly try and source one for you. Contact: 031-451-4700.

www.bluffford.co.za

CMH Ford Hatfield – The Month of June – Done and Dusted

July 1, 2021 By Rokkit Digital

What an awesome diverse month this has been in the Dealership. Firstly, we are proud to boast an outstanding achievement for Marissa Zeelie our New Cars F&I, who won the award for best overall F&I for the year. Outstanding achievement. We had a few nominations and runner ups in our branch as well-being Werner Van Zyl (DP), Tyrone Cotty (Used Car Sales Manager) and Ryan Mckee (New Car Sales Manager).

We celebrated many events this month such as hosting the 25-year birthday celebration of our dealership, displaying 25 Used Car vehicles on a promotion. In the time of Covid, we are very restricted, so we followed protocol and our vehicles were parked outside in our parking bays for clients to come and view. Balloons and banners were the call of the day with our Gazebo nicely situated between all.

Youth Day was our next celebration and we decided that even though Covid was active, we were going to host a small braai for the people working that day, we advertised on Facebook that we would be open until 1.00 for anybody who would like to come and pay a visit. Feet were few but spirits were high, and we kept the beat going.

The famous Father’s Day, events at this stage are now very limited so we decided to do a great special on the New Ford Ranger with awesome prizes to be won. Posts went out on Facebook and a small braai was arranged on the floor, motivation and enthusiasm were very evident.

And finally, it is month-end, it is Saturday, and the staff are ready to take up one last challenge, to convert the last couple of deals in the pipeline into sales. The month is finally over and all we can say is WELL DONE!

Reference: www.hatfieldford.co.za
0877277195

CMH Ford Hatfield 25th Birthday Celebration

June 11, 2021 By Rokkit Digital

Wow who would have thought that this year, we at CMH Ford Hatfield would be celebrating our 25th birthday. We are hosting a special day on the 12th of June, promoting 25 awesome vehicles at special prices. We hope to bring in a lot of new customers to the dealership, walking in as strangers and walking out as friends. We are driven to make sales but also give excellent service.

The showroom is well maintained, the cars are washed off every second day and are re-arranged weekly. Promotions are updated weekly as well, and our Gazebo and banners are always visible from outside.

Driven by a very experienced and well-trained sales team, we strive to do better and better each day. When you walk into the dealership you immediately feel the energy levels and enthusiasm of the staff. There is a great willingness to assist.

What makes us unique at CMH Ford Hatfield is our after-sales and service follow-ups. We have a team of 3 people who phone our clients the next day to find out how our service has been. So, taking into account that our management team and staff are highly trained and multi-skilled, our dealership is clean and neat, our service is top class, our stock is rotated and advertised, and we are part of the Ford Guest Excellence program, it is no wonder that we have been successful for 25 amazing years and we will go from strength to strength.

Reference: www.hatfieldford.co.za
0877277195

CMH Ford Randburg presents the Limited-Edition Ford Mustang Mach 1

June 11, 2021 By Rokkit Digital

As the world’s best-selling sports car, the iconic Ford Mustang range in South Africa will soon be bolstered by a very special and exclusive model – the Mach 1 Fastback coupé, which is the pinnacle of Mustang 5.0-litre V8 style and performance. The unrivalled exclusivity of the Mustang Mach 1 will be guaranteed, as only 90 units are available for the South African market.

Accordingly, the limited-edition Mustang Mach 1 becomes the most track-capable 5.0-litre Mustang yet, courtesy of a newly designed front end, plus Ford Performance parts derived from the Mustang Shelby GT350 and Shelby GT500 models.

The performance of the specially calibrated 5.0-litre V8 engine matches that of the revered Mustang Bullitt, producing 338kW of power and 529Nm of torque. Mach 1 buyers that desire the most engaging driving experience can select the high-performance six-speed manual transmission derived from the Shelby GT350, or there’s the option of Ford’s high-tech 10-speed automatic. Both transmissions receive numerous performances, cooling and calibration enhancements that are specific to the Mach 1.

Visually, the Mach 1 is easily identifiable as a truly special, track-focused machine – most notably by the bold Mach 1 grille that pays tribute to the original, along with extensive use of low-gloss Magnetic dark grey and black accents.

New 19-inch five-spoke Tarnished Dark-painted aluminium wheels are a modern interpretation of the classic Mach 1 Magnum 500 style wheels, fitted with 255/40R19 tyres in front and 275/40R19 versions at the rear, giving the Mach 1 a sportier, more aggressive demeanour and enhanced handling prowess.

To further improve ride and handling, the Mach 1 features the latest MagneRide adaptive suspension, new performance-oriented electric power steering calibration, stiffer sway bars and front springs, an upgraded brake booster, a rear subframe with stiffer bushings and a rear toe-link from the Shelby GT500. And, as expected of a track-focused Mustang, the available Drive Modes includes a Track mode and Track Apps with Launch Control.

All units destined for South Africa are painted in distinctive metallic Fighter Jet Grey with the Appearance Package as standard, which will make the Mach 1 instantly recognisable. Other distinctive elements include satin black bonnet and side stripes with orange accents and orange-painted brake callipers. Additionally, the front fenders feature the legendary ‘Mach 1’ badging, which reaffirms this model’s iconic lineage.

The same theme is carried through to the cabin thanks to orange seatback accents and a Dark Spindrift instrument panel with aluminium accents. Other interior upgrades include new door sill plates, an updated splash screen on the 12.3-inch full LCD instrument cluster, Mach-1-branded door-sill scuff plates, and engraved badging on the instrument panel that displays the vehicle’s unique chassis number to reinforce its special, limited-edition status.

Timing and pricing for the Mustang Mach 1 in South Africa will be confirmed at a later stage.

Book yours today with CMH Ford Randburg
Call: 0877248840
Visit: www.randford.co.za

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Donovan Naidoo – Parts Manager @ CMH Ford Umhlanga

June 10, 2021 By Rokkit Digital

A Warm welcome to Donovan Naidoo, our new Parts Manager. Donovan started his career at an aftermarket outlet in 1997. After 6 years of loyal service, he decided to join Ford in 2003 as a Parts Salesman. Thereafter achieving excellent results as a salesman, Donovan moved up the ladder again and became a Manager in 2014.

Being a person that is passionate and takes pride in ensuring his staff are happy which in turn kept Guests satisfied and targets were met. He became an overachiever which is in his nature. Donovan became the runner up for the Parts Merit Award at Ford Motor Company of South Africa in 2015. Afterwards, he worked, even more, harder and made sure for the years 2016,2017 and 2018 he won the Parts Merit Award for Ford Motor Company of South Africa. What an Achievement!!!

This Year at our CMH Annual Awards Function Donovan Naidoo Won the Parts Manager Award for the entire CMH Group!!! With so many awards, hard work and dedication we at Ford Umhlanga are so proud to have him on our team now as we believe and know that he will only take us to greater heights and Success will take care of itself.

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Looking for Ford Genuine Parts with Excellent Service Contact the Parts Team at Ford Umhlanga.
Tel: 031 538 6200
Visit 115 Flanders Drive, Mount Edgecombe.
www.umhlangaford.co.za

Ford Umhlanga is Here for You!!!