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Bill Brandt Ford has served Brentwood for 50 years. The owners attribute its success to a combination of hard work and treating everyone who comes through their doors like family.

rentwood’s Bill Brandt Ford is Contra Costa County’s oldest continuously owned

dealership. Founded by Bill Brandt in 1972, the business celebrates 50 years of selling Ford vehicles this month.

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back to our community and the community has been very good to the Brandt family and Bill Brandt Ford, and we support in every which way we can.”

Jim attributes much of the company’s success over the past 50 years to the team’s hard work.

“It’s not a job; it’s a way of life,” he explains. He recalls being in high school when his father opened the dealership in a Brentwood so small it had no stoplights.

Though Brentwood has grown and Brandt is now the father showing his own sons the tricks of the trade, one thing remains constant. “You only get out of it what you put into it.”

Growing up in small-town Brentwood and the automotive industry shaping the lives of the Brandt children, and the family has expanded the business to fit the growing

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needs of East County. When Bill purchased the Ford franchise in Brentwood, it was called Brentwood Motors and sat where the Quick Lane sits now on Brentwood Boulevard. The family expanded their footprint, moving into a new building across the street in September of 1989, weeks before the Loma Prieta earthquake struck, cracking the new stucco.

“We didn’t realize things were going to grow the way they did in the community, but they have and we welcome it. And we have been able to keep up with the larger population,” said Rob Brandt. “We have more facilities now and are spread across about five acres … this is our home.”

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The dealership is now run by three of Bill’s four children: Rob Brandt, Jim Brandt and Dianna Griffin, and a third generation has started learning the ropes of the business. Rob Brandt and Jim Brandt share dealer principal duties, while Griffin is chief financial officer.

“Bill Brandt Ford is built to last,” Rob Brandt said. “Brentwood has had a Ford dealer since the 1940s. My dad purchased the Ford dealership from Earline Chapman, who is still alive. He did that in the summer of 1972 and had the grand opening in October of 1972.”

Bill moved his family from Concord to East County two years later because Ford Motor Co. wanted their dealership owners to be part of the communities. Rob Brandt and Griffin graduated from Liberty High School in the early 1980s, and the family has been part of the local community ever since.

“We are very involved in our community,” Rob Brandt said. “We are Chamber members, I’m a Brentwood Rotarian, we give

together with their community. “When Dad was still alive, nearly every family dinner ended up feeling like a board meeting because we’d always wind up talking about the business,” Dianna says with a laugh. Like Jim, she emphasizes that it’s more than just a job, and that doing what one loves is an important part of success. Her other maxim is to treat everyone like family. This attitude, she says, has helped them see many return customers while also ensuring their employees enjoy working for the company.

Their method of doing business has evolved over the past five decades. There is a larger emphasis on digital marketing that has led to regular out-of-state sales, though the family continues to focus on their primary market in East County.

“If you don’t change with the times, you’ll get run over,” Dianna says.

The dealership now offers a range of electric vehicles. Rob Brandt said things are likely moving more and more in that direction, though the business still offers its lineup of gas, diesel and hybrid products. As for the state’s ban on new gas vehicles sales in 2035, Rob Brandt said he hopes he’s around to see if it sticks.

“Ford Motor Company is gearing that way,” he noted. “They are talking about building a couple million vehicles by 2030 that will be electric. They have a long way to go.

It’s definitely a part of the business plan for Ford Motor Company in the future.”

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6 reasons for a ‘check engine’ light

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odern vehicles use various technologies to ensure drivers remain

as safe as possible behind the wheel.

Technology also can alert drivers when their cars are in need of examination, and such is the case when the often dreaded “check engine” light comes on.

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A ‘check engine’ light does not necessarily mean costly repairs for drivers. can trigger the light. Opening the gas cap and then resealing it tightly may help; otherwise, a replacement cap may be necessary.

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While a ‘check engine’ indicator is seldom good news, it may not mean that expensive repairs are right around the corner. The following are six reasons why ‘check engine’ lights come on and how to remedy these situations.

1. Faulty/loose gas cap: A faulty gas cap is one of the reasons a ‘check engine’ light might turn on. A cap that is not tightly closed or one that is poorly sealed enables vapors to escape, which

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2. Faulty sensor: Sometimes there is nothing wrong with the engine or other components, but the light sensor itself.

The ‘check engine’ light might come on because its sensor is corroded or not working properly.

3. Oxygen sensor failure: The oxygen sensor sends data to the vehicle’s computer, which it uses to create the right mix of air and fuel to enter the engine’s cylinders. The ‘check engine’ light may come on when the sensor fails or registers a problem with the fuel/air mix.

4. Ignition coils/spark plugs: A ‘check engine’ light may come on to warn drivers it is time to replace spark plugs and/or ignition coils. According to DigitalTrends, ignition coils generate the electricity needed for spark plugs to ignite the fuel and air mix in the cylinders. Worn coils or fouled plugs can cause any number of issues, including engine misfire.

5. Catalytic converter issues: The catalytic converter heats up hydrocarbons and other emissions so that they turn into carbon dioxide and water vapor to help protect the environment, offers AutoZone.

The converter usually does not fail on its own, but a mechanic can help diagnose what might cause the failure.

6. Electronic powertrain controls: Vehicles are large computerized devices with an array of sensors and modules that run powertrains. Any issues with these sensors, networks or modules can trigger the ‘check engine’ light.

Depending on the make and model of a vehicle, a check engine light may require less urgency than a flashing light. It always helps to consult with the owner’s manual to help determine issues. Automotive retail stores and mechanics can connect the car’s computer to diagnostic equipment that will issue a diagnostic trouble code that can serve as a starting point to address check engine light issues.

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as prices have been historically high in 2022.

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comparison website GasBuddy.com, as of June 2022, the least expensive state for regular gas was Georgia, at $4.43 a gallon. The most expensive was California at $6.34 per gallon. During June, which marks the beginning of the summer travel season in many areas, fuel costs in most parts of the United States averaged around $5 per gallon.

There are several obvious and not so obvious ways to save gas.

Even with the start of October, prices in California are still near $6 per gallon, at $5.88, according to AAA. That’s up 43 cents from a week ago, up 61 cents compared to a month ago, and $1.49 higher than a year ago.

With prices so high, many drivers have been looking for any way to save money at the pump. Some may have cut back on driving habits while others might have organized community carpools. Others may have taken to other modes of transportation. For those who have no option but to drive their vehicles, there are ways

to reduce fuel consumption without resorting to walking or cycling. ♦ Lighten your load How much weight is being carted around in a vehicle can directly affect the amount of gas it consumes. Remove any unnecessary items from the trunk or cargo area of a truck or SUV. Consider removing extra accessories, like roof racks or hitches. ♦ Slowly accelerate Resist the urge to “gun it” when coming off a stoplight or stop sign, as rapid acceleration wastes gas. Press

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the accelerator pedal gently to increase speeds gradually and conserve fuel.

Similarly, coast to a stop, rather than slamming on the brakes. ♦ Don’t idle Turn off the engine if you will be idling for more than a minute. Idling for longer than that is merely wasting fuel. Modern engines do not need to be warmed up for more than 30 to 60 seconds, even when the weather is cold. Driving will warm up the car faster than idling while parked, provided you drive moderately until the

temperature gauge shows the car has reached the right temperature. ♦ A/C or windows open?

While it’s true that the air conditioning will drain fuel when in use, driving with the windows open makes the vehicle less aerodynamic by causing drag.

Some experts recommended leaving the windows down during slower, city driving and using the AC for higher speeds on the highway. ♦ Keep tires properly inflated Poorly inflated tires can make a vehicle less efficient by causing more friction between tire and roadway. Check the PSI rating for the tires and inflate accordingly.

Many modern vehicles automatically alert drivers when tires are low on air. ♦ Drive a consistent speed When driving on the highway, switch to cruise control to maintain a consistent speed. Driving steady reduces drag, which, in turn, reduces fuel consumption. ♦ Stick to a maintenance schedule Maintaining your vehicle by getting routine oil changes, fluid checks and other simple maintenance helps a car or truck run properly, and that can help conserve fuel.

These are just a few strategies drivers can employ to conserve fuel in the face of historically high gas prices.

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