Hare Truck Center's online newsletter for July and August 2018
JULY/AUG 2018
TRUCK Tribune
Every Day is an Adventure at the Truck Center
It’s hard to believe that 2018 is already halfway over! Our kids, Spencer and Conner, have put another baseball season behind them, and they’re now headed into football season. They’re keeping busy and they’re keeping us busy. Spencer had an absolute blast at the Indy 500 in May. He’s already looking forward to next year’s race. I have to say, I can’t wait for the next Indy 500 either. At this year’s race, I had the chance to get into a two-seat Indy car for a lap around the track. That was really awesome. I’ll be cherishing this memory for a long time. I got to feel the power of the car as we went around the track. I may have only been the passenger, but it was worth every second. Who knows what will happen next year! Since the Indy 500, summer has been pretty low- key for our family thus far. We haven’t planned any vacations or extended time away from home. We may catch some concerts out at Dillon Park and do a few other things close to home, but I think that will be the theme for this summer: close to home. With how busy the Hare Truck Center has been this year, it might be a good thing we’re not straying too far! Thankfully, we do have a wonderful team here to handle everything. Cara George, whom I introduced in the newsletter this past spring, has seen a lot of success as our newest member of the sales team. We’re really glad to have her aboard! We also started a new award, the Hare Truck Center Employee of the Month. In May, the HTC Employee of the Month was awarded to Scott McBroom of the service department. Service had a
really good May, and a lot of that was due to Scott’s effort. Congrats again, Scott! You can see the award “ceremony”on the Truck Center Facebook page: Facebook.com/haretruckcenter. You can also see a lot of other great content on our Facebook page. Remember Truck Talk Thursday? Well, some new programs are joining the fray! This summer, just about every day will be an adventure at the Truck Center.
Start the week with Must Go Mondays, where we focus on a vehicle or two that must go. We’ll be showcasing special prices and incentives, so if you’re looking for a deal, you won’t want to miss Must Go Mondays. Next up is Tech Talk Tuesdays, which is when we talk about the service department and vehicle technology. Then it’s time for Welcome Van Wednesdays, where we do walk-arounds, inside and out, of new vehicles we have on the lot. Finally, you won’t want to miss Flapjack Fridays on the first Friday of every month. It’s a morning dedicated to flapjacks and trucks — a wonderful combination. To learn more about these daily web shows, head over to our Facebook page where you can tune in. Don’t forget to like our page so you don’t miss out on any of the updates!
Haretruckcenter.com recently, be sure to check it out. It’s a lot cleaner and easier to use, and I’m excited to see it finally rolled out. Let us know what you think! -Todd Thurston
And speaking of our web content, the Hare Truck Center website has undergone a bit of a renovation. If you haven’t been to
www.haretruckcenter.com | page 1
Published by The Newsletter Pro • www.NewsletterPro.com
Secret Swimming Holes of the World
EXCLUSIVE SPOTS YOU MUST SEE TO BELIEVE
Summertime is for swimming, but why settle for a community pool when you can have access to the most beautiful swimming locales in the world? These three exclusive, little-known spots are sure to take your breath away. Hali’i Falls, Hawaii With its spiral staircase of waterfalls, this remote jungle location offers up more than one unique spot to take a plunge. Visitors never fail to be awestruck by the deep blue-green hue of each pool created by the four cascading waterfalls. Hali’i means “to spread out,”which is precisely what each waterfall does, showcasing a serene experience unlike any other. But the beauty of this one-of-a-kind experience is only outdone by its exclusivity. To reach these pools, you’ll have to hike through dense forest, deep marshes, and wide-open pastures of sugar cane. Dos Ojos, Mexico The Spanish translation of the name for this magical system of caves is “two eyes,”and you’ll want to have yours checked after you see this swimming hole. When limestone bedrock collapses, a sinkhole called a “cenote” is formed. The unearthed water from the natural aquifer balances a color palette of earth tones with the most majestic shades of blue you’ll ever behold. The calling cards for these bodies of water are the Blue Eye and the Black Eye. Both offer unforgettable experiences, but the price of entry is a hefty sense of adventure. You’ll need a full set of scuba gear to get to either hole.
The Baths, Virgin Gorda A day in the Caribbean is like living every moment inside a beautiful pastel painting. The elegance of this location in the British Virgin Islands will make you feel like you’ve been transported into a cathedral. The large boulders and natural rock formations create shallow caves that will captivate your eyes as you wade through the water in wonder. When you exit, you’ll witness the sight that gives this beautiful spot its name. A handful of 40-foot granite boulders form private pools as if that was what they were made for.
Second, implement time-off request deadlines. When you know a lot of people are going to want to take a few weeks off during the summer, ask that they put in their requests as soon as possible. It allows everyone time to plan so any work is delegated accordingly. On top of that, remind your team to get the requests in before booking any travel arrangements. That way, no one has to play the bad guy when a time-off request gets denied and a hotel booking hangs in the balance.
How does your business keep up productive momentum when employees jet off for a week or two? Every summer, this is a question that businesses all over the country try to answer. It’s also a question that impacts businesses differently depending on staff size and organization. Some businesses have enough folks on hand at any given time that the absence of a single person isn’t a big deal. But during the summer, the dynamic can change when more employees decide to take time off, especially one after another. When employees take time off, things are more likely to slip through the cracks, and productivity can take a hit. However, having well-defined vacation policies in place can prevent issues from developing in the first place.
Third, encourage taking vacation. Work-life balance is critical when you want a productive team. Sometimes you have to reiterate that vacations are important, as numerous studies have confirmed. Too often, employees don’t plan vacations because they don’t want to compromise their job in any way, or they feel guilty about leaving. But when people don’t take time off, that’s when productivity takes the biggest hit. The longer people work without taking time for themselves, the more likely they are to experience burnout.
First, be clear about the time-off policy. If you have one department of six people, a reasonable expectation is that only two people from that department may be out at a time. The policy of “first come, first served,” is one of the best ways to approach this situation. It’s fair, and it encourages people to get time-off requests in early, leaving your team more time to plan for the absence.
page 2 | www.haretruckcenter.com
Truck of the Month
2019 CHEVY BLAZER REVEALED AS A SPORTY CROSSOVER
In 2019, you can expect many sleek new cars to hit the market, including Chevrolet’s new Blazer. At first glance, this hybrid of Chevy’s Equinox and Traverse looks very similar to both of those designs, but this SUV carves its own unique path. The SUV has two models set for release in early 2019: the Blazer RS and the Premier. Each is equipped with a 2.5L four-cylinder or 3.6L V-6 engine that partners perfectly with its 9-speed transmission. The four-cylinder can produce 193 horsepower with 188 pound-feet of torque, while the V-6 engine has 305 horsepower and 269 pound-feet of torque. Both models come standard with stop-start engine technology. In appearance, the Blazer RS and the Premier will be very similar. However, the RS will have more of a blacked-out style, while the premier will show off with chrome trim. While the exterior is described as “aggressive” in its design, the interior has been adapted to provide complete comfort for the driver. Many features have been included to create a maximum driving experience.
cruise control, wireless charging, an automatic heated steering wheel, heated and ventilated seats, and a hands-free power liftgate. The trunk has a rail system and cargo fence, which helps any items stored in the back of the vehicle not slide around when on the road. The V-6 engine will also have a tow power of 4,500 pounds at max capacity. While the price of the Chevy Blazer won’t be available until the date of its launch draws nearer, Chevy fans will be waiting on tenterhooks for the SUV’s release.
Each model will have a padded knee area for comfort, an 8-inch color touch screen, an electronic-locking glove box, six USB ports, adaptive
BLUE CHEESE BUFFALO DOGS AND CELERY SLAW
Ingredients:
• • • •
1 package of your favorite hot dogs
1 package hot dog buns
1 bottle Frank’s RedHot sauce 4 ounces crumbled blue cheese
For Celery Slaw: •
4 celery stalks, very thinly sliced
• • • •
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon olive oil
Celery salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste
Directions:
1.
For slaw, toss all ingredients together and season with celery salt and pepper.
4.
Top with blue cheese, add another splash of hot sauce if you’re feeling extra spicy, and serve.
Independence Day Barbecue Freedom America
Washington Revolution Parade Fireworks
Colonial July USA Congress
2. 3.
Grill hot dogs and toast buns.
Assemble hot dogs, douse with hot sauce, and top with celery slaw.
www.haretruckcenter.com | page 3
PRST STD US POSTAGE PAID BOISE, ID PERMIT 411
Hare Truck Center 3477 Conner Street Noblesville, IN 46060
Every Day is an Adventure at the Truck Center
Must-See Swimming Holes of the World Don’t Let Employee Vacations Sink Your Business This Summer
Truck of the Month Blue Cheese Buffalo Dogs and Celery Slaw
The History of Hot Dogs and Burgers
This American Grub
HOW HOT DOGS AND HAMBURGERS BECAME NATIONAL TREASURES
If your plans for this Independence Day involve firing up the barbecue, you’ll probably be cooking two American classics: hot dogs and hamburgers. Come the Fourth of July, families will be grilling up burgers and dogs from sea to shining sea, but it wasn’t always this way. The story of how beef patties and sausages became culinary symbols of our nation will give you plenty of food for thought. The Hot Dog It was German immigrants who brought the“frankfurter”and the “wienerwurst”to American soil in the 1800s. There is much debate over who first decided to place one of these franks in a bun, but by the opening of the 20th century, hot dog stands had popped up all over the Eastern Seaboard. We do know the identity of the man who took the hot dog’s popularity to a national level: Nathan Handwerker. A Jewish immigrant from Poland, Nathan sliced buns for a hot dog stand on Coney Island. After scraping together enough money, he quit his job and opened a stand of his own, undercutting his former employer’s prices by half. Not only did Nathan’s hot dogs outsell the competition, the Great
Depression made them the perfect food for a nation suddenly living on a tight budget. By the 1930s, hot dogs had become so unquestionably American that Franklin Roosevelt famously served them to King George VI during his royal visit in 1939. The Burger Like the hot dog, the exact origin of the beef patty’s eventual “sandwiching”is lost to history. Once again, it was German immigrants who brought their recipes for“Hamburg steak”with them across the Atlantic, but reports vary as to who first sold the meat patty inside a bun. Multiple diners and fairgrounds across America claim to be the home of the first hamburger. All of these claims date to the turn of the 20th century, a time when our nation was faced with feeding a growing working class quickly and cheaply. By the 1950s, the burger had become a symbol of the American everyman. Both the hot dog and hamburger embody the history of our nation. Immigrant traditions merged with blue-collar needs to create two uniquely American foods. It’s fitting that we celebrate America’s birthday with the grub that has grown along with it.
page 4 | www.haretruckcenter.com
Published by The Newsletter Pro • www.NewsletterPro.com
Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4Made with FlippingBook - professional solution for displaying marketing and sales documents online