Diaper Drive at Graff Bay City

BAY CITY, MI – We’re helping the community again! On Saturday, Oct. 17, we’re hosting a Diaper Drive at Graff Bay City. Bring us all the diapers you can find!

Did you know that a Chevy Suburban can hold over 6,400 diapers? On average, parents go through 2,800 diapers in their kid’s first year which sums up to around $600.

Our goal is to stuff TWO Suburbans FULL of diapers. We’ll take any brand of diapers for any size kid. All of the donations will be given to the Bay-Arenac Diaper Bank. The diapers will then be given to families in need so their babies will always have clean and fresh diapers.

We know how expensive diapers can be, so help out a family that can’t afford them. With two Suburbans we can help out a lot of moms that need the extra help. Give back to your community with us and help out this great cause.

The event will take place Oct. 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Graff Bay City. You can check out our Facebook event page as well: http://on.fb.me/1KLobJI.

The Diaper Drive at Graff Bay City is a great event that we look forward to seeing you at! We do a lot for our community at Graff Bay City and we can do a lot for you too. Head on over to your Kawkawlin area Chevy dealer for anything you need. We have new and used cars, as well as a service center with great techs.

Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we are here to help you find the perfect car, truck, or SUV for your new family! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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1 Millionth Corvette is Restored and Back Home

BAY CITY, MI – After 1,200 man-hours, four months, a lot of sweat, and crazy attention to detail the 1 millionth Corvette is restored and back in it’s home at the National Corvette Museum.

In February 2014, the 1 millionth Corvette, along with seven other Corvettes, fell into a sinkhole that opened up in the museum’s Skydome area. Chevrolet promised to restore it because it’s important to the Corvette’s history and story.

The project was sent to the Design Center on GM’s campus in Warren, MI. There was a combination of 30 engineers and craftspeople that worked on the restoration. The most important part was to preserve as much as they could, but there was a lot of significant damage done to the car. They were fully prepared to take on the challenge though with a highly skilled team and specialty shops at their disposal.

There was a lot that needed to be done for the Corvette to look new again. The most prominent fixes were:

• Hood, front fascia, lower panels behind the font wheels and doors were all replaced 
• Number of ancillary parts under the hood were replaced
• Rear fascia and front exhaust system were repaired
• Front sub-frame was straightened out
• Wheels were reconditioned
• Soft cover on the instrument panel was carefully removed and replaced
• Red leather seats were restored with a few replacement patches

One of the unexpected surprises of the restoration was what the team found under all the damaged parts. While taking the car apart they found signatures on each piece that was signed by the employees that built the Corvette 23 years ago.

After all that, we can happily say the 1 millionth Corvette is restored and looks brand new again in its rightful place at the National Corvette Museum. You can get your own Corvette at Graff Bay City today. We can also fix up your vehicle at our dealership. Our team of service techs can take care of any car repair in Bay City, MI.

Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we are here to help you find the perfect car, truck, or SUV for your new family! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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Comfort Food Recipes For Fall

BAY CITY, Mich. – Chilly temps have finally started to move in (even if only just a little) and it's got us craving comfort food all day, everyday. From healthy treats to energize our mornings and savory pasta to warm us up in the evening, to straight up delicious treats that we'll take any time of day, these comfort food recipes for fall are our top picks this season!

Comfort Food Recipes For Fall

Pumpkin Breakfast Cookies

Start your day off on a healthy note with these pumpkin breakfast cookies that are packed with all kinds of goodies that will keep you energized all day long.

Slow Cooker Caramel Apple Crumble

Whether you need a mid-week pick-me-up or are having an autumn get-together, this slow cooker caramel apple crumble gets the job done in the dessert department.

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread

Dessert, breakfast, or mid-day snack – this pumpkin chocolate chip bread is a comforting treat any time of day.

Pumpkin Macaroni and Cheese

 Looking for a hug in a bowl? Look no further than this pumpkin macaroni and cheese that screams Fall.

Ravioli with Pumpkin Alfredo

When it comes to comfort food, there is just nothing that is as comforting as this ravioli with pumpkin already. Trust us. 

As Fall continues to move in and your autumn adventures begin, make sure you're ready for anything with a new Chevy car or truck from our Mt. Morris Area Chevrolet Dealership. Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we are here to help you find the perfect car, truck, or SUV for your new family! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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How to Avoid Hitting a Deer on the Road

BAY CITY, Mich. - We've all been there, or know someone who has; you're driving along on a winding country road when all of a sudden a flash of brown crosses your path — you've hit a deer. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), large animal collisions have accounted for an average 187 fatalities in recent years. With deer season just around the corner, more and more drivers need to stay alert and aware when driving, especially during dawn and dusk. Here are some simple tips on how to avoid hitting a deer on the road this fall! 

Preventive Techniques

• The two most important ways to avoid a potential dear collision are slow down and then SLOW DOWN. If you're traveling through an area known for its high deer population, slow down and follow the posted speed limit. 
• Always wear a seatbelt. The most significant and severe injuries in deer-vehicle accidents usually result from failure to use a seat belt. 
• Engage your high-beams or bright-lights whenever the road is free of oncoming traffic at night. This will increase your visibility and give you more time to react.
• Keep a look out for eye shine along the roadside, and immediately slow your vehicle down. 

Deer Statistics 

• Deer breeding season usually runs from October through early January. This is the time when deer are heavily active and on the move. This is also when deer-vehicle collisions are at their peak.
• Even though deer may wander in and out of residential neighborhoods, they are most commonly found on the outskirts of town and in heavily wooded areas. 
• Deer are natural pack animal and are rarely found alone, thus, if you see one deer you can bet there is a another close by.

Encountering a Deer

• Never, EVER, swerve to avoid hitting a deer in the road. Stay the defensive driver and avoid veering into the opposite lane to avoid a collision. Swerving can lead to a collision with an oncoming vehicle, take you off the roadway and into a tree or ditch, and greatly increase your chance of severe injuries. 
• Deer are very unpredictable, even one who is calmly standing on the side of the road could jump in front of your vehicle for no reason. If you do see a deer, slow down and maintain control to allow the deer to cross the road or until you have successfully passed the deer completely. 
• If unfortunately you do collide with a deer (or any other large animal) call emergency services immediately if injuries are involved, or local police if no one is injured, but damage has been caused to your or someone else's property. 

If there is only one thing you take away from these tips on how to avoid hitting a deer on the road, let it be this: don't veer for deer. Also, remember to not approach the deer if you do indeed hit it because it could still be alive and your presence may startle it more. 

We hope you don't have any deer-vehicle collisions this fall, however, if you do, our Caro area certified service center will get your vehicle back on the road in no time at all!

At Graff Bay City, all of our consultants are friendly and knowledgeable, and will help you choose the best option for you at your local Caro area Chevy dealer! Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find the perfect vehicle for your weekend getaway!

For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu has Made its way to Graff Bay City

BAY CITY, Mich. - For months we've written countless blogs on the exciting 2016 Malibu, and now we can finally say that the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu has made its way to Graff Bay City! It's definitely the moment the automotive world has been waiting for, and it is so exciting to be able to see this breathtaking Chevy vehicle in the flesh!

The most exciting feature of the new 2016 Malibu? It's definitely has to be the industry-first Teen Driver safety system. The Teen Driver system is a built-in system that tracks car data which allows parents to actually get an electronic "report card" on how their teen drove. Pretty neat, huh? The system records distance traveled, maximum speed, when the car had to engage stability control and anti-lock breaks, as well as the amount of alerts issued by the safety features. Pretty much, the all new 2016 Chevy Malibu is a parents' best friend, but a teen's worst nightmare. Let's just say if you break the rules in this car, it'll tell your Mom.

The 2016 Malibu is also one of the first vehicles to incorporate Apple CarPlay and Android Auto into its infotainment system. These systems turn the 2016 Malibu from just a rolling piece of metal into a rolling robotic assistant that gives directions to nearby restaurants, reads your text messages to you, or play your favorite hits by simply stating "Play Taylor Swift".

The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu has made its way to Graff Bay City, and pricing options have FINALLY been announced. The completely redesigned Chevy Malibu midsize sedan will start out at $22,500. The midrange Malibu LT is priced at $25,895, while the new, top-of-the-line-model is priced at $31,795.

For parents with teens just starting their driving careers, the all-new 2016 Chevy Malibu is the perfect vehicle! Lucky for you parents, we just received a shipment of this all-new sedan. Stop by and check out this Ashen Grey Metallic model (it's definitely our favorite color) and take it for a test-drive! At Graff Bay City we love being able to supply the most technologically advanced Chevy models to our community, and we look forward to seeing you soon!

At Graff Bay City, all of our consultants are friendly and knowledgeable, and will help you choose the best option for you at your local Thomas Township are Chevy dealer! Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find the perfect vehicle for your weekend getaway!


For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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Graff Bay City will Support the United Way of Bay County for #GraffGivesBack

BAY CITY, Mich. – Last month, Graff Bay City started a new fundraising initiative titled "Graff Gives Back." Last month, we featured the Fallen and Wounded Soldiers Fund as our August spotlight organization, and this month Graff Bay City will support the United Way of Bay County for #GraffGivesBack! Just as last month, Graff will donate $10 from every vehicle sale and $0.25 from every vehicle serviced will be donated to the United Way of Bay County.

The United Way of Bay County's mission is to build the community's financial and human ability to efficiently and effectively meet its car needs. By partnering with the United Way of Bay County, we at Graff Bay City are committed to assisting the families of our local community. Graff Bay City will support the United Way of Bay County for #GraffGivesBack September Edition, and we are immensely honored to be doing so!

For more information about the United Way, visit: http://www.unitedway.org/
If you would like more information on the United Way of Bay County — or to donate — visit: http://www.unitedwaybaycounty.org/

Graff Bay City has tons of vehicles in our New Car Inventory and Used Car Inventory for your shopping needs! Remember, if you purchase a vehicle from Graff Bay City we will donate $10 to The United Way of Bay County! All of our consultants are friendly and knowledgeable, and will help you choose the best option for you at your local Bridgeport Area Used Car Dealer! Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find the perfect vehicle for your weekend getaway!

For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.


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End of Summer BBQ Recipes

BAY CITY, Mich. - Labor Day is fast approaching and for many, it's the last weekend to chill with friends and family before football takes over everyone's lives! To mark this glorious occasion, we rounded up some delightful end of summer BBQ recipes to show everyone that you're still king or queen of the grill!

Chili Lime Chicken

This chicken recipe is so delicious, we might tell our guests that we just came up with it on our own! 

Oven Barbecued Beef Brisket 

You don't have to be a Texan to love barbecued brisket! 

Sweet & Spicy Sweet Potato Wedges

A new spin on potato wedges! These ones are deliciously sweet and spicy! 

Mexican Street Corn

No matter what BBQ we're at, if there's grilled corn involved, we're definitely sneaking some home! 

Southern Style Baked Beans

You can't have a BBQ without baked beans can you? No, we didn't think so! 

Watermelon Blackberry and Mint Salad

This refreshing summer fruit and berry salad would go great with some fresh whipped cream on the side! 

With summer lingering around for just a few more weeks, it's the perfect time to squeeze in as much grilling as you can! These end of summer BBQ recipes are easy to whip up, and will be pleasing the crowds all year long. If you do plan on grilling anytime this weekend, be sure to check out out Grilling Safety Tips blog to make sure that everyone has a safe and happy holiday. 

Graff Bay City is your one-stop-shop for all things Chevrolet! At your Sebewaing area used car dealer we have TONS of new and used Chevy vehicles onsite, as well as a superb service center and auto repair shop! Stop by and make sure your vehicle is ready for fall. Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find the perfect vehicle for your weekend getaway! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website:www.GraffBayCity.com.

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