By Michael Elkins
Ford announced today that they have officially opened the doors at a new dealership location in Northern Texas. The highly anticipated site is located on 18 acres of prime real estate in the heart of Prosper, TX. This event is particularly noteworthy, as this dealership is one of few new points awarded in the United States by Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F) in many years.
Fully staffed, Prosper Ford will employ nearly 200 people from Prosper and its surrounding communities.
This forward-leaning, eco-friendly dealership is recognized for efforts in sustainability through a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification and is equipped with numerous onsite EV charging stations.
The service station is designed with customer needs at the forefront, offering several amenities such as a luxurious customer lounge equipped with workstations, free wi-fi, and large-screen televisions.
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