The Continental Automotive Group has been awarded a spot on the Austin American Statesman’s “Top Work Places” list based on workplaces as reviewed by employees. CAG employee comments and votes from Austin Infiniti, Austin Subaru, First Texas Honda, Mercedes-Benz of Austin, Continental Collision Center, and Wholesale Parts Direct are to thank for this award. One of the main reasons CAG won this award is their extensive employee benefits package. Continental Automotive Group is also noted for their “career” possibilities. When other companies have cut back on benefits and laid off staff, the Hardeman’s have stayed true to their mission – taking care of their employees. Today, CAG’s benefits package continues to grow, and there have been no layoffs based on current economic conditions. Read More.

Macho Marketing has a new image. A special thanks to our graphic designer, Cara Logue for putting this together. Macho Marketing is the in-house Advertising Agency for the Continental Automotive Group.

On August 9, 2011, Army Staff Sergeant James Roach’s homecoming visit to Central Texas was met with more then just rekindling with friends and family. He came home to a refurbished Ford Mustang, thanks to Continental Collision Center. While he was away in Iraq for a year, his friend and doctor, David Butler, had the idea to refurbish his 1997 Ford Mustang which had dents, dings and faded paint. Continental Collision Center helped with the restoration of the Ford Mustang and presented the refurbished ride to SSG James Roach. The link for the video can be found here: http://www.kvue.com/video/featured-videos/Central-Texas-soldier-gets-homecoming-surprise–127346343.html

Every minute of every day, someone needs blood. That blood can only come from a volunteer donor, a person like you who makes the choice to donate.

· Did you know that 1 in 7 people entering a hospital needs blood and one pint of your own donated blood can save up to three lives.

· Did you know that Children being treated for cancer, premature infants and children having heart surgery need blood and platelets from donors of all types, especially type O.

· Did you know that 17 percent of non-donors cite “never thought about it” as the main reason for not giving, while 15 percent say they’re too busy.

· Did you know that the #1 reason blood donors say they give is because they “want to help others.”

Your contribution is important! Help change a person’s life. We will be holding blood drives at each of our locations. The Schedule is as follows:

-Wednesday, September 21st: Austin Subaru (11:30-1:30)
-Wednesday, October 12th: First Texas Honda (11:30-1:30)
-Wednesday, October 19th: Mercedes-Benz of Austin (11:30-1:30)
-Friday, October 21st: Austin Infiniti (11:30-1:30)

Macho Marketing will be coming around and scheduling appointments at each location ahead of time, but if you would like to call us at 512-381-6693, ext 5293 from your work phone, or email macho at cagaustin dot com.

Just ask for Suzette and we will be happy to fit you in. Or you can visit The Blood Center of Central Texas site: http://www.inyourhands.org/ Also, just as a reminder, we will be giving out 10 tickets per each donation made for the annual Christmas party drawing with the huge prizes. Thank you for making a difference in our community!

Continental Collision: the preferred body shop for the Continental Automotive Group Dealerships; Austin Infiniti, Austin Subaru, First Texas Honda, and Mercedes-Benz of Austin. Well, after almost 8 years, and many drive by’s, Continental Collision now has a name tag. The sign is the first to promote the new Star CAG Logo (Official Logo for the Continental Automotive Group) and it’s backlit lights are activated during dark times of the night to help conserve energy.