Milnes Ford Announces Big Upgrades for Our Military, Veterans & First Responders (+ eTransit & Escape Enhancements)

TL;DR:

• $1,000 Exclusive Bonus Cash for ALL veterans, active duty, retirees, spouses/surviving spouses, household members (10/16–11/19).
• $1,000 Exclusive Bonus Cash for First Responders & household members (10/16–11/19).
• Both $1,000 recognitions stack with ICI Private Offers, AXZD Plans, and Special APRs.
• Tire deals: Up to $180 off 4 tires through 11/19 + extra $80 off for Military/First Responders (through 12/31/2025) + $100 rebate or 22,000 FordPass® Rewards Points (through 11/19/2025).
• eTransit: MYCBC now $7,000 (10/16–12/1) + Final Pay $1,000 (starts 12/2) + expanded Fast Cash Certificates.
• Escape Returning Lessees: $2,000 Open RCL Renewal Cash (10/16–1/5) for lessees terminating 11/1/2025–12/31/2026.

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Why We’re Excited

Milnes Ford is proud to serve the men and women who serve our communities and our country. This month, Ford enhanced recognition programs AND added stackable savings—creating one of the strongest windows of opportunity we’ve seen for Military, Veterans, and First Responders in Lapeer, Davison, Flint, and Grand Blanc.

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1) Military Recognition — Now Expanded to All Veterans

Offer window: 10/16/2025 – 11/19/2025
Benefit: $1,000 Exclusive Bonus Cash
Who qualifies:

• All veterans, active duty, retirees, spouses/surviving spouses, and household members of an eligible military branch
  Eligible vehicles: ’24/’25/’26 Ford Blue, Model-e, and Pro (standard exclusions apply)
  Stacks with: ICI Private Offers, AXZD Plans, Special APRs
  Not compatible with: Other Affinity/base recognition programs (standard $500 versions)

Quick action: Bring proof of service or eligibility when you visit. We’ll verify and apply the $1,000 on the spot.

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2) First Responder Recognition

Offer window: 10/16/2025 – 11/19/2025
Benefit: $1,000 Exclusive Bonus Cash
Who qualifies:

• Police, Fire, EMT/Paramedic, 911/Dispatch, Nurses, and other eligible roles plus household members
  Eligible vehicles: ’24/’25/’26 Ford Blue, Model-e, and Pro (standard exclusions apply)
  Stacks with: ICI Private Offers, AXZD Plans, Special APRs
  Not compatible with: Other Affinity/base recognition programs (standard $500 versions)

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3) Ownership’s Tire Offers (Yes, They Stack Smartly With Your Month!)

Through 11/19/2025:

• Up to $180 off the purchase and installation of four (4) qualifying tires
• $100 mail-in rebate or 22,000 FordPass® Rewards Points on select brands

Exclusive for Military & First Responders (through 12/31/2025):

• Extra $80 off the purchase and installation of four (4) select tires (Military/First Responder personnel)

Service tip: Combine the seasonal rebate/points with your exclusive $80 discount where eligible for maximum value.

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4) eTransit Enhancements (Commercial & Fleet, take note)

• 24MY eTransit MYCBC now $7,000 (+$6,500 increase effective 10/16/2025; total now $7,000) — valid 10/16/2025 – 12/1/2025
• Final Pay $1,000 (begins 12/2/2025)
• Transit Fast Cash Certificates (Retail only, 10/1–10/31):
  • Up to 8 certs (to $2,000) on new 24MY Transit Van/Chassis Cab/Cutaway (No Wagon)
  • NEW (effective 10/16/2025): Up to 8 certs (to $2,000) on new 24MY eTransit or Wagon
  • Up to 4 certs (to $1,000) on new 25MY Transit Van/Chassis Cab/Cutaway (No Wagon)

Commercial concierge: Our Pro Certified team can structure retail-only stacks and timing (10/1–10/31 cert window) to capture the richest combo for your use case.

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5) Escape Returning Lessees — $2,000 Open RCL Renewal Cash

Benefit window: 10/16/2025 – 1/5/2026
Who qualifies: Customers with Escape leases terminating 11/1/2025–12/31/2026
Use it on: Lease or retail purchase of a new Ford (including: Bronco, Bronco Sport, Mustang, Escape, Explorer, Expedition, Ranger, F-150, Mustang Mach-E, F-150 Lightning)
Notes:

• If you also have an ICI Renewal certificate, this $2,000 does not stack—your Milnes Ford specialist will compare both and apply the higher-value path.
• Not compatible with Final Pay or Electrified Early Bird.
• Residency/credit qualifications apply.

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What Can Stack? (At-a-Glance)

• $1,000 Military  stacks with ICI Private Offers, AXZD, Special APRs
• $1,000 First Responder  stacks with ICI Private Offers, AXZD, Special APRs
• Tires: Combine rebate/points with the $80 Military/First Responder discount where eligible and timing aligns
• Escape RCL Renewal: Choose ICI Renewal or the new $2,000 Open RCL (we’ll price out both)

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How to Claim in Minutes

1. Verify eligibility (bring proof of service/occupation if applicable)
2. Pick your vehicle (’24/’25/’26 Ford Blue/Model-e/Pro)
3. Have us stack your offers (we’ll check ICI, AXZD, Special APRs, etc.)
4. Drive home with confidence

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FAQs

Q: I’m a veteran. Do I qualify even if I’m not currently serving?
A: Yes. The Military Recognition is expanded to ALL veterans, plus active/retired, spouses/surviving spouses, and household members (10/16–11/19).

Q: Can my spouse or household member use the recognition if the vehicle will be titled in their name?
A: Yes—household members are eligible within the program rules. Bring documentation to verify.

Q: Do these $1,000 recognitions stack with AXZD and Special APRs?
A: Yes. They also stack with ICI Private Offers. They do not combine with the base $500 affinity versions.

Q: What are the fastest ways to maximize the tire savings?
A: Time your purchase before 11/19 to capture up to $180 off and the $100 rebate/22,000 points; Military/First Responder personnel also get an extra $80 off through 12/31/2025.

Q: I have Escape lease months left. Can I still get the $2,000 Open RCL now?
A: If your Escape lease terminates 11/1/2025–12/31/2026, you can apply the $2,000 between 10/16/2025–1/5/2026 on a new Ford. If you also have ICI Renewal, we’ll compare values.

Q: I’m a business/electric fleet shopper. What should I know about eTransit now?
A: The MYCBC is $7,000 through 12/1, with $1,000 Final Pay starting 12/2, plus expanded Fast Cash Certificates (retail-only) that can add up to $2,000 on eligible 24MY units.

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Milnes Ford Honors & Awards

Best of the Best — Lapeer County (Readers’ Choice): Voted “Best of the Best” four consecutive years (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025) by readers of The County Press. DealerRater Consumer Satisfaction Award: Recognized for outstanding customer experience; highlighted across Milnes Ford market pages. Ford Blue Advantage® Certified Dealer: Factory-backed CPO standards and benefits. Senior Master Technician on staff: Tim Lucas honored for achieving Ford’s highest technician certification.

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Disclaimers

Offers valid only within stated dates. Eligibility, documentation, and residency requirements apply. Vehicle and tire brand exclusions may apply. Not all buyers will qualify for all programs. Recognition programs are not compatible with base $500 affinity versions. Escape Open RCL Renewal does not stack with ICI Renewal. See dealer for complete details and program rules, including verification through Ford systems. Program names, dates, and amounts subject to change. FordPass® Rewards Points are subject to terms. Taxes, shop fees, and installation extra where applicable.

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