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Steet Ponte Volkswagen is proud to announce that we have been awarded Bronze Status in the Volkswagen Dealer Skills Academy for the 2026 program year! This achievement reflects our dealership's ongoing commitment to professional development, customer satisfaction, and delivering an exceptional Volkswagen ownership experience to every customer who walks through our doors. What is the Volkswagen Dealer Skills Academy? The Volkswagen Dealer Skills Academy is a comprehensive training and development program designed to help Volkswagen dealerships strengthen their teams and improve the overall customer experience. The program focuses on providing dealership employees with advanced education, coaching, and training opportunities across sales, service, parts, management, and customer care. Dealerships earn recognition based on their participation and completion of training programs, employee development initiatives, and commitment to Volkswagen's standards of excellence. The program encourages continuous learning and helps ensure dealership personnel stay current on the latest Volkswagen products, technologies, processes, and customer service best practices. Why is the Dealer Skills Academy Important? Today's automotive industry is evolving faster than ever. From advanced safety systems and connected vehicle technology to electric vehicles and changing customer expectations, ongoing education is essential. Participation in the Dealer Skills Academy helps dealerships: Stay up to date on Volkswagen products and innovations Provide a more knowledgeable and confident customer experience Improve communication and service throughout the ownership journey Strengthen employee skills and career development Deliver consistent, high-quality experiences that customers can trust For customers, it means working with a team that is dedicated to learning, improving, and providing expert guidance throughout the vehicle purchasing and ownership process. A Commitment to Continuous Improvement Receiving Bronze recognition is an accomplishment that reflects the hard work and dedication of our entire team. We are proud of the effort our employees put into ongoing training and professional development, and we remain committed to building on this success in the years ahead. At Steet Ponte Volkswagen, we believe that investing in our people ultimately benefits our customers. Every training course completed, every certification earned, and every new skill developed helps us better serve the drivers and families who trust us with their automotive needs. We would like to thank our incredible team for their dedication and our loyal customers for their continued support. We look forward to continuing to provide the outstanding sales and service experience you've come to expect from Steet Ponte Volkswagen. Visit us today and see why our customers always say, "It's so easy to do business with the Steet Ponte Auto Group!"

As summer approaches, the team at Steet Ponte VW is taking a moment to recognize and celebrate the upcoming holidays with our families and yours. Below are our holiday hours for Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, and Labor Day weekends across all of our dealership locations in Yorkville, Herkimer, New Hartford, and Johnstown, NY. We encourage you to plan ahead if you’re scheduling a test drive, service appointment, or vehicle pickup during these holiday weekends! 🇺🇸 Memorial Day Weekend Hours Friday, May 23rd – Open for regular business hours Saturday, May 24th – Closed Sunday, May 25th – Closed Monday, May 26th (Memorial Day) – Closed Tuesday, May 27th – Open for regular business hours 🎆 Fourth of July Weekend Hours Thursday, July 3rd – Open for regular business hours Friday, July 4th (Independence Day) – Closed Saturday, July 5th – Closed Sunday, July 6th – Closed Monday, July 7th – Open for regular business hours ⚒️ Labor Day Weekend Hours Friday, August 29th – Open for regular business hours Saturday, August 30th – Closed Sunday, August 31st – Closed Monday, September 1st (Labor Day) – Closed Tuesday, September 2nd – Open for regular business hours We’re proud to serve the Mohawk Valley region and appreciate your understanding as our teams take time to enjoy the holidays with their loved ones. From all of us at Steet Ponte VW in Yorkville, we wish you a safe and happy summer season! For questions or to schedule service before the holiday weekends, visit: 🔗 www.steetpontevw.com

At Steet Ponte Auto Group, we believe in giving back to the communities that support us. This year, we proudly launched our first annual School Supplies Drive, bringing smiles to the faces of hundreds of young students as they prepare for the new school year. A Commitment to Our Community This August, our team at Steet Ponte Auto Group came together for a day of service, filling 504 backpacks with essential school supplies. Each backpack was carefully packed with a ruler, a pack of #2 pencils, two pink erasers, a notebook, a folder, a four-pack of glue sticks, and a 24-pack of Crayola crayons. These supplies were distributed to local schools across the region, ensuring that students have the tools they need to succeed. more Supporting Schools Across the Region Our Yorkville stores—including Toyota Yorkville, Nissan, Mazda, Ford/Lincoln, United Auto, and VW—donated a total of 250 backpacks to ten elementary schools within the Utica City School District. Additionally, Steet Ponte Chevy in Herkimer contributed 25 backpacks to Frankfort-Schuyler Elementary School, 50 to CVA Elementary Schools, and 25 to Herkimer Elementary School. Steet Toyota of Johnstown made a difference by donating 150 backpacks to elementary schools in the Johnstown and Gloversville School Districts. Visit Us and Be Part of Our Community At Steet Ponte Auto Group and United Auto Sales, we are deeply committed to the well-being of our community. We understand that our role extends beyond providing quality vehicles; it's about making a positive impact on the lives of those around us. Our involvement in community events like the School Supplies Drive is just one example of how deeply we care about our community and its members. We invite you to visit any of our dealerships to browse our available inventory and experience the exceptional service we provide. Whether you’re looking for the perfect Volkswagen vehicle or just want to learn more about our community initiatives, we’re here to help. Together, we can drive forward toward a brighter future for everyone.

Community involvement is at the heart of Steet Ponte Auto Group. This summer, we were proud to be the Entertainment Sponsor for the New Hartford Farmer's Market, a vibrant event that brings together local farmers, artisans, and entertainers. Proud Sponsor of the New Hartford Farmer's Market As the Entertainment Sponsor for the New Hartford Farmer's Market, Steet Ponte Auto Group played a key role in supporting local talent and enhancing the community experience. Our sponsorship contributed to the recent installation of a new concrete pad at the market’s gazebo, providing a sturdy foundation for the musicians and performers who bring the market to life each week. more A Community Hub for Local Goods and Entertainment The New Hartford Farmer's Market is a cherished local event, offering residents and visitors a place to shop for fresh produce, handmade goods, and enjoy live entertainment. By sponsoring the market, Steet Ponte is helping to foster a sense of community and support local businesses and artists. Our involvement goes beyond just providing financial support—we are actively engaged in promoting a thriving local culture. Steet Ponte Auto Group's Commitment to Community At Steet Ponte Auto Group, we believe in giving back to the community that has supported us for so many years. Whether it’s through our sponsorships or by offering quality vehicles and services to our customers, we are dedicated to making a positive impact. If you’re in the market for a new vehicle, explore our inventory at Steet Ponte VW to find the perfect match. Need maintenance or repairs? Our service department is here to help. And if you’re looking to finance your next purchase, our financing department offers competitive rates and personalized service. Visit us today and see how Steet Ponte is committed to serving you, both on the road and in the community.

Are you in the market for a fantastic new electric vehicle to drive all over Rome? Then you should visit Steet Ponte Volkswagen, where you can check out the Volkswagen ID.4, a fully electric crossover that delivers exciting performance. Here is what makes the ID.4 such a standout election vehicle. Electric Performance The ID.4 comes standard with a single electric motor that produces 201 horsepower and a punchy 229 pound-feet of torque and that has rear-wheel drive. An available dual-motor, all-wheel drive setup produces 295 horsepower. The standard ID.4 driving range is 208 miles, but a driving range of 275 miles is available. Head-Turning Design The ID.4 has a sleek, muscular design that is sure to stand out on the road in New Hartford. Beautiful 19-inch alloy wheels add plenty of style, while equally impressive 20-inch alloy wheels are available. Premium LED projector headlights with AFS, illuminated lightline, and illuminated front and rear logo are available. Top Tech and Safety Features All ID.4 models come standard with a 12-inch infotainment touchscreen, which provides easy control over vehicle settings, navigation, audio, and more. Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ are standard, so you can connect your smartphone to the infotainment system. Navigation is also standard. All ID.4 models also have a standard 5.3-inch customizable digital gauge display and voice recognition. The ID.4 also has several important safety features. Standard safety features include forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking and pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control. Take a New Volkswagen ID.4 on a Test Drive Today Does a new ID.4 sound like your ideal electric vehicle to drive all over Utica? Then visit our dealership and take one on a test drive. To schedule your test drive, contact us today!

We're so excited to announce the newest addition to the Steet Ponte Auto Group Family, Steet Ponte Nissan! Located at the same place on 4967 Commercial Drive in Yorkville, NY, we are thrilled to round out our family of dealerships with the customer favorite brand, Nissan. Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. is a Japanese multinational automobile manufacturer headquartered in Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Japan. The company sells its vehicles under the Nissan, Infiniti and Datsun brands. In 2013, Nissan was the sixth largest automaker in the world, after Toyota, GM, VW, Hyundai and Ford and is the leading Japanese brand in China, Russia and Mexico. Don't forget, we share used inventory with ALL of our stores, meaning we now have even MORE used cars, trucks, SUV's and vans to choose from! Please join us in welcoming this brand to our family of stores!