Planet Ford Celebrate Employee Milestones

Posted on June 2, 2015 by admin

p45joseemployeemay2015image004At Planet Ford and Planet Lincoln in Spring (serving The Woodlands, Houston, Aldine, Conroe, Cypress) we are lucky to have an amazing, award-winning team. We like to pause each month to celebrate their birthdays and anniversaries!

Our celebration also recognized the Planet Ford/Planet Lincoln Employee of the Month, and Employee Excellence. A big thank you and congratulations to Sean Currie for 21 years of service. Our Employee of the Month is Jose Chavez.planetfordseancurrie21yearsimage002

Shawn Burns, the General Manager/Operating Partner of Planet Ford presented a several of employees with an Employee Excellence Award in recognition of outstanding performance in customer satisfaction, sales, and training.  These employees have exceeded the highest levels of performance in their area of expertise.  Great job to all of the employees honored with this award!

May Anniversaries Celebrated:

Sean Currie
Daniel Trevino
George Vinery
Jesse Williams
Amanda Holiday
Randall Crooks
Rogelio Gonzales
David Moran
Delia Ramos
Aaron Smith
Ted Matthews
Reynaldo Flores
Karen Ferguson
Anibal Hernandez
Ken Lazard
Marco Moreno
Alex Chavarria
Roosevelt Woods, Jr.
Erika Tristan
Jaime Arenas
Amber Davila
Devin Duoto
Carlos Duca

May Birthdays Celebrated:
Tom Dejohn
Stephen Tucker
Arthur Wooten
Randall Crooks
Morieta Treat
David Schultz
Dawn Eaton
Michael Murfin
Vance Deer
Vickie Pscion
Denise Kelley
David Sherman
Esivel Gonzalez
Tran Keels
Tomas Castillo, Jr.
Derick Brown
Luis Gonzalez
Ean Mizell
Evan Cotter
Nazaret Cruz
Tina Ivy
Michael Knight
Adam Perez

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Drive the 2015 Ford Explorer in Spring

Posted on June 2, 2015 by planetford45writer

Cruise into summer behind the wheel of a 2015 Ford Explorer in Spring. The Ford Explorer is superior to other vehicles in its class like the GMC Acadia and comes with features that can’t be beat! Planet Ford is giving you the details on the match up between the Ford Explorer and GMC Acadia so read on to learn what makes the Ford Explorer the better buy!

The Explorer can tackle any obstacle, on the road or off-road, and its front and rear gas charged shocks give you better control on uneven surfaces. The Explorer comes standard with front and rear stabilizer bars that help keep the Explorer flat and under control when cornering, however the Acadia only offers a front stabilizer bar. You’ll maneuver with ease in the Explorer that performs better than the Acadia in both the skidpad test and figure eight test.

The convenient features you’ll get when you choose the Ford Explorer are endless. The Explorer comes standard with driver power windows with one-touch opening and closing, speed-sensitive windshield wipers, and an exterior keypad with the Explorer XLT/Limited/Sports editions. The Explorer Limited offers even more helpful features like sensitive light sensors on front headlights, heated front and rear seats, and active park assist that takes the stress out of parallel parking.

Need another reason to love the Ford Explorer? The Car Book estimates that the Explorer is less expensive to own and operate than the Acadia and you’ll pay $96 less for front brakepads, $141 less for fuel injection and $44 less for front struts just to name a few. Five-year ownership costs are also estimated to be less expensive and that includes fuel, fees, depreciation, financing, insurance and maintenance.

Want to learn more about the 2015 Ford Explorer in Spring? Visit Planet Ford today and we would be happy to tell you more about this exciting SUV!

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Houston Food Bank Collections at Planet Ford, Gives Oil Change

Posted on May 29, 2015 by admin

FoodbankP59Planet Ford in Spring (serving The Woodlands, Houston, Aldine, Cypress, Conroe) believes it is key to help your community whenever possible.

Right now the Houston Food Bank needs a helping hand.  There are a lot of families who are in great need. Can you lend a hand and a few cans of food or non-perishable items? Now through June 6, 2015, bring in 10 canned food items or non-perishable food items and receive a complimentary oil change* from Planet Ford.

“Especially with all of the horrible weather in the Houston area recently, our Ford dealership wants to pitch in and help,” said Shawn Burns, GM/OP of Planet Ford on I-45. “Many of us have extra and unwanted non-perishable items. Why not clear out the cabinets and pass them onto someone who wants and needs them? As a thank you, we will be giving a complimentary oil change.”

Randall Reed, owner of Planet Ford agrees. “When we all work to give a little, we can help a lot!”

*Gas engine cars, SUV & light-duty trucks. Oil filter, oil change up to 5 qts. (excludes synthetic oil). Exp. 6/6/15.
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Planet Ford Delivers $6K to Westfield HS

Posted on May 28, 2015 by admin

p45 drive One for Ur School westfield high school image003Today, Planet Ford in Spring delivered a check for nearly $6,000 to Westfield High School. The money was earned during a Ford Drive One 4 UR School fundraising event held March 7th at school.

“We want to thank the community, students and staff for coming out to help make this event a big success for the kids,” said Shawn Burns, GM/OP of Planet Ford on I-45. “We had a lot of fun test driving new Fords and answering questions from our community.”

Planet Ford partnered with Westfield High School for the event that benefited Westfield’s S.A.N.E. Senior Organization, a senior students association. S.A.N.E. hosted Drive One to help raise money for Prom 2015.  A total of 298 test drives. At $20 per drive donated by Ford, the students raised $5,960!

Ford’s Drive One 4 UR School program was developed as a fun, engaging way to help high schools raise money to support various programs and extracurricular activities.  Ford dealerships partner with local schools to conduct the fundraising test-drive events.  Participants get to drive a new Ford, such as the F-150, Fusion, Mustang or Focus, among others.  For every valid test drive completed, Ford donates $20 to the high school  – up to $6,000.

To learn more about Planet Ford in Spring (serving Houston, The Woodlands, Aldine, Cypress, Conroe), take the short drive on I-45 to the Louetta exit or log on anytime to www.PlanetFord45.com. We also invite you to visit our all-new, world’s largest Quick Lane Tire and Auto Center.

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2015 Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Fusion in Spring

Posted on May 21, 2015 by planetford45writer

Wondering who the winner is in the match up between the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu and Ford Fusion in Spring? Both vehicles put up a good fight but the Ford Fusion takes top prize with its great features. Learn about some of the Ford Fusion’s features below from Planet Ford!

It’s tough to only list a few of the Fusion’s impressive amenities but we’ve included some that are worth taking note of:

  • The Fusion offers all-wheel drive to give you best traction even under poor conditions, but the Malibu doesn’t offer all-wheel drive.
  • Put a little more pep in your step with the Fusion that can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in just 6.8 seconds, which is 1.6 seconds faster than the Malibu.
  • Improve your fuel efficiency with the Fusion that gets better highway fuel mileage than its competition.
  • Fueling is easier in the Fusion with its standard cap-less fueling system that automatically opens when you insert the fuel nozzle so your hands stay clean.
  • Standard front and rear gas-charged shocks give you better control on uneven surfaces.
  • The Fusion has more interior space so you and your passengers will be comfortable and its standard locking glovebox gives you a place to keep your valuables secure and out of sight.
  • Speed-sensitive windshield wipers and power windows allow you to focus on where you are headed rather than fiddle with features.
  • Choose the optional Adaptive Cruise Control or Active Park Assist feature to give you even more of an edge over the competition.

Wouldn’t you agree that the 2015 Ford Fusion in Spring is the way to go? Visit Planet Ford today to take the Fusion for a test drive and see what all the hype is about!

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Planet Ford Delivers New Escape Keys to Spring Teacher of Year

Posted on May 18, 2015 by admin

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Congratulations to Claudia Lara, recipient of the Spring ISD Secondary Teacher of the Year title and a brand new Ford Escape from Planet Ford and the Reed family.  Saturday, Shawn Burns, Operating Partner/General Manager, handed of the keys to Mrs. Lara’s new Ford Escape from Planet Ford on I-45 in Spring, Texas.

Mrs. Lara said she was in shock and was truly excited. Before driving off into the sunset in her new Ford, she not only wanted her husband to take a photo of her and the new vehicle, but asked that “her dream team” join in the snap shot.

Planet Ford and the team were proud to help make this dream come true for a teacher who has and will continue to help the dreams of her students come true.  The Reed family and Planet Ford also recognized the Elementary Teacher of the Year, Latoya Patterson, with an all-expense paid cruise vacation. Both teachers were recognized during Spring ISD Employee Recognition Banquet held at the Hilton North Houston in Houston, TX.

“Educators do so much and often go far beyond the call of duty,” said Mr. Burns. “There really isn’t enough that Planet Ford can do to celebrate and thank all they do. However, this is one way to show our appreciation, and we greatly enjoyed surprising these awesome educators and delivering their well-earned prizes.”

Owner, Randall Reed agreed, “Teachers are at the heart of our community,” he said. “They do more than just educate our young people, they help mold lives and ultimately have an impact on everyone’s futures. We are pleased that we can recognize their lifetime work by fulfilling a dream of a lifetime with a new car and exotic escape.”

Ms. Patterson teaches art at Anderson Elementary where she is also a Gifted and Talented program representative and serves as the sponsor of both the school’s Creative Dramatics program and Destination Imagination team.

Mrs. Lara teaches Spanish at Carl Wunsche Sr. High School where she includes a variety of activities that make learning fun for her students. “I like to have dynamic classes where they are actually learning through doing,” she said.

This is the second year that Planet Ford proudly helped celebrate and reward area educators during the Spring ISD Employee Recognition Banquet. Last year, IMG_5163Robert Silvy (left) drove away in a new Ford Escape.  Tamia McEwen (right) was awarded a Carnival Preferred Awards Plus all-expense paid cruise for two to the Bahamas.IMG_5153

Spring ISD’s Teacher of the Year program recognizes outstanding educators for their commitment to excellence in education. Each year, every Spring ISD school selects a campus Teacher of the Year. Those winners are then invited to submit materials to a committee to be considered as a finalist for the district’s Teacher of the Year program. From there, the selection committee chooses two educators to represent the district.

To learn more about Randall Reed’s Planet Ford in Spring (serving The Woodlands, Houston, Conroe, Aldine, Katy, Conroe) take the short drive on I-45 to the Louetta exit. shop online anytime at www.PlanetFord45.com!

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Planet Ford, Reed Family Award $5,000 Scholarship to Spring HS Student

Posted on May 14, 2015 by admin
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Shawn Burns, GM/OP, awards Summer Loftin, Spring HS Senior, with $5,000 scholarship from Planet Ford in Spring, Texas & the Reed family

Summer Loftin, a Spring High School senior, has a dream of being a nurse and helping others. Today, Randall Reed and the Planet Ford team helped Summer fund her dreams.  She is the recipient of a $5,000 scholarship from the Reed family and Planet Ford in Spring, Texas.

This morning, the staff from Spring High School, Spring ISD and Planet Ford teamed up with Summer’s mother, Teresa Burne, and the student’s sister, Kim, to award her the surprise of a lifetime.  When Summer walked into the Lion’s Cafe, she thought they were simply signing some school paperwork.  Once inside the cafe, she was greeted with cheers and awarded a bigger than life-size check for $5,000 by Shawn Burns, Operating Partner/General Manager of Planet Ford on I-45.

“We’re thrilled to award our annual scholarship to such a hard-working and deserving student,” said Mr. Burns. “Being able to surprise her with these much-needed scholarship funds and seeing both the reaction of both Summer and her family means a lot.”

Summer has been accepted into the nursing program at Texas A&M.  She says she is looking forward to a lifelong career of caring and helping others in their time of need.

To learn more about Planet Ford in Spring (serving The Woodlands, Houston, Conroe, Aldine, Cypress), take the drive on I-45 to the Louetta exit. You can shop our huge selection of New Fords and pre-owned vehicles online anytime at www.PlanetFord45.com!

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Planet Ford Gives New Ford to Spring ISD Teacher of the Year

Posted on May 14, 2015 by admin

SISD_logo-squareTonight is the night! Planet Ford in Spring, TX and the Randall Reed family are excited to help honor the best of Spring ISD’s best. The top two educators of the year will receive two different kinds of dream rides courtesy of Planet Ford and the Reed family. Shawn Burns, Operating Partner/General Manager of Planet Ford, located on I-45, will have the pleasure of announcing the winners and awarding one with the keys to a 2015 Ford Fusion or Ford Escape. The other top educator will win a luxurious, all-expense paid cruise.

This is the second year that Planet Ford has had the pleasure of helping to celebrate area educators during the Spring ISD Employee Recognition Banquet. Last year, IMG_5163Robert Silvy (left) drove away in a new Ford Escape.  Tamia McEwen (right) was awarded a Carnival Preferred Awards Plus all-expense paid cruise for two to the Bahamas.IMG_5153

“Educators do so much and often go far beyond the call of duty,” said Mr. Burns. “There really isn’t enough that Planet Ford and our team can do to celebrate and thank all they do. However, this is one way to show our appreciation and we are looking forward to surprising these awesome educators and delivering their well-earned prizes.”

Owner Randall Reed agrees, “Teachers are at the heart of this community,” he said. “They do more than just educate our young people, they help mold lives and ultimately have an impact on everyone’s futures. We are pleased that we can recognize their lifetime work by fulfilling a dream of a lifetime with a new car and exotic escape.”

Spring ISD’s Teacher of the Year program recognizes outstanding educators for their commitment to excellence in education. Each year, every Spring ISD school selects a campus Teacher of the Year. Those winners are then invited to submit materials to a committee to be considered as a finalist for the district’s Teacher of the Year program. From there, the selection committee chooses two educators to represent the district.

Spring ISD Employee Recognition Banquet will be held at the Hilton North Houston in Houston, TX. The event begins at 6:00 p.m. and the presentation will take place around 7:45 p.m.

To learn more about Randall Reed’s Planet Ford in Spring (serving The Woodlands, Houston, Conroe, Aldine, Katy, Conroe) take the short drive on I-45 to the Louetta exit. shop online anytime at www.PlanetFord45.com!

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Another Look at the Ford Fusion in Spring

Posted on May 11, 2015 by planetford45writer

Last week, Planet Ford gave you a brief overview of some of the Ford Fusion’s great features and today we’re back at it again. We’re bringing you a side-by-side comparison of the Ford Fusion in Spring and the Nissan Altima, but the Fusion comes out on top yet again! Take a closer look at the Fusion’s impressive features below with Planet Ford.

The convenient features you’ll get with the Ford Fusion make it even more appealing compared to the Nissan Altima. Power windows, an exterior keypad and standard automatic headlights add an extra layer of convenience that the Altima does not provide. Choose from optional features like Adaptive Cruise Control, Active Park Assist and automatic rear and dimming side view mirrors to have an advantage on the road this is not offered with the Altima.

Choose the Fusion and you’ll be able to keep more of your hard earned money over time than you would with the Altima. Insurance will cost less for the Fusion owner and The Complete Car Cost Guide estimates that you’ll save $375 over a five-year period. Typical repairs on the Fusion will not be as expensive including $143 less for a starter, $187 less for fuel injection and $291 less for a timing belt/chain just to name a few.

The great features on the Fusion have earned it a lot of recognition over the years from consumer publications. Consumer Reports recommends the Fusion for its reliability, performance and safety but the Altima was not recommended. The Fusion was selected as Motor Trend’s 2010 Car of the Year and named one of Automobile Magazine’s “All Stars” but the Altima didn’t make the cut for either of these.

Ready to take the Ford Fusion in Spring for a test drive? Visit Planet Ford today to check out its remarkable features in person!

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Check Out the 2015 Ford Fusion in Spring

Posted on May 5, 2015 by planetford45writer

Are you searching for your next sedan? The Ford Fusion in Spring just might be exactly what you’ve been looking for! The Ford Fusion goes head to head with its competitor, the Honda Accord, but the Fusion comes out on top due to its great safety features, fuel economy and interior design. Find out why the Ford Fusion topples the competition at Planet Ford!

There are several areas where the Ford Fusion outranks the Honda Accord and we’ll show you a few of them below:

  1. Safety-Whether you’re traveling solo or with a car full of passengers, safety is always a top priority. The Fusion offers features like a driver alert monitor, cross path warning system and reverse sensing system to give you an advantage on the road. Not to mention the Fusion received five stars in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s front crash test beating the Accord’s four-star rating.
  2. Fuel Economy-Save a little extra money at the gas pump with the Fusion that gets 24 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway. The Fusion 1.5 ECOBoost engine offers an optional system that automatically shuts off the engine when the vehicle is stopped in order to conserve fuel. Then it easily restarts when you’re ready to start moving again.
  3. Spacious Interior-Choose the Fusion without compromising a roomy interior. The Fusion offers more passengers space so you and your occupants will be more comfortable. A low lift-over trunk design makes loading and unloading easier and folding rear seats can split to accommodate larger cargo.

These are just a few of the features that make the Ford Fusion stand out from other competitors in its class. If you are interested in learning more about the 2015 Ford Fusion in Spring, pay a visit Planet Ford! Our knowledgeable sales associates would be happy to share more information with you about this great sedan!

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