Hitting the Apex!

By: Nick Pott

Happy November to all you Hitting the Apex fans! Let's talk a little bit about weight this month. Why weight? Well, the holidays are a time where weight always seems to matter. From “what size turkey did mom get,” and “how much does that package cost to ship?” to “how much potato salad should I bring?” or “oh my god I ate too much and now my pants are too tight,” weight is inherently on our minds in November and December. 

Nick Pott, Shop Manager

We should probably be glad we aren't in England when pounds are all they talk about when shopping! Even kids are concerned with weight. "Mom, his wrapped gift is heavier than mine and that isn’t fair!” Parents know what I'm talking about. This is also the time of year that race car builders and drivers are concerned with weight. "What can be made lighter?" and "where can we distribute weight better?" are topics heard in garages where grown men and women argue about things that physics has already dictated for us. 

The general rule in race cars is to go for the lowest weight and a neutral center of gravity – low and in the middle. This is true for passenger cars as well; not necessarily the overall weight, but too much weight in the car or unevenly distributed weight can make your trip to Grandma’s house more than a little challenging. Put five adults in your sedan and your car will take longer to accelerate and to brake and will make it harder to turn (this is known as "pushing" in racing). Be careful this holiday season when you’re going to visit family and friends. Is eating five pounds of turkey at dinner going to affect your car ride home from Mom's? No, but 175 pounds might, so don't pick up that hitchhiker after dark on the side of the highway. That’s how horror movies start, and I like all my readers. 

Happy Thanksgiving everybody!!

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Top 10 Movie Cars Voted By ArborMotion

Cars not only play an important part in real life but also in the cinematic life! Not only do they enhance action shots but certain movies center around a vehicle itself. 

When you think about car movies, what’s the first car that pops into your head? We asked the guys at ArborMotion to list their top 10 famous cars: 

1.DeLorean – Back to the Future

2. 1961 Ferrari 250 GT California – Ferris Bueller’s Day Off

3. The General Lee, 1969 Dodge Charge – Dukes of Hazard 

4.1977 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am – Smokey and the Bandit 

5. Jurassic Park Ford Explorer 

6. Mini Cooper – The Italian Job

7. Audi S8 – Ronin 

8. Ford Mustang Mach 1 – Gone in 60 Seconds 

9. 1979 Ford LTD Wagon – National Lampoon’s Vacation 

10. Lamborghini Countach – Cannonball Run 

What are your favorite car movies? Did your favorite make the list? Next time you’re in for service, ask the guys about their favorites and mention yours. 

Watch out for more of ArborMotion’s Top 10’s! 

November Department of the Month – Beata O’Brien

Beata O'Brien

There are many layers to ArborMotion; we have our technicians, service team, parts department, drivers and the owner. But the true back bone of this company is Beata O’Brien! Beata is our Finance Manager, and she keeps all of us on track. Without Beata, ArborMotion would spinning in circles. 

Beata has been working at ArborMotion for 7 years and this is her first job in the automotive industry. She holds two Master degrees in liberal arts. Beata is able to look at our financial reports and point out the areas where we can improve so we can do even more for our customers. Besides making sure that ArborMotion is doing wonderfully, Beata is passionate about figure skating and music. When she’s not working, you can find her at the Ann Arbor Ice Cube skating or playing the piano.

Beata truly is the glue that holds ArborMotion together. While we’re up front providing the best customer service, Beata is in back watching the numbers. Without her, we would not be able to give our customers a great experience. You can find Beata from time to time floating around the shop, next time you are in stop and say hi! 

Schedule a Service Today with Foreign Car Repair Specialists in Ann Arbor

At ArborMotion, we specialize in foreign car repair in Ann Arbor. All our technicians are ASE certified and three have ASE Master Technician certifications. If you want a reputable technician who specializes in your brand of vehicle, schedule an appointment with us today!

Looking for Mercedes Service in Ann Arbor? Look No Further Than ArborMotion!

Getting your Mercedes Benz serviced? Look no further! ArborMotion has been servicing Mercedes Benz for more than 30 years. On top of that, our technicians are trained to use the up-to-date Mercedes Benz specific scan tool technology to diagnose and repair your vehicle.

ArborMotion only uses Mercedes Benz OE and equivalent parts. As a result, we warranty all repairs for 2 years with unlimited miles! 

Choosing ArborMotion to repair your Mercedes Benz gives you the following – 

• 2-year unlimited mile warranty on all repairs
• Certified Mercedes Benz technicians
• Mercedes Benz and OE parts
• Complimentary Mercedes Exclusive inspection
• Complimentary hand car wash with every service
• Complimentary daily door to door shuttle service
• Complimentary loaner vehicle by appointment
• Convenient Mercedes Benz service A & B 

ArborMotion has technicians and service advisers who go above and beyond to make sure when you bring in your vehicle that it leaves running better than when it came in, and Mercedes Benz is no exception. We’ll make sure to give your luxury vehicle the luxury treatment it deserves. At our shop, you can count on technicians who care about every vehicle that comes through our doors, so next time you need service, don’t hesitate to call or email! Feel free to talk to our service advisers about all the great things that come with a Mercedes Benz service appointment!