Carl Black Of Sarasota News/Events Blog

The automotive industry is vital to the US economy.  The current financial crisis has impacted the automotive industry and crippled the ability to secure credit.  General Motors is asking the current administration and Congress for a loan, not a bail out.  As you watch the news and wonder if it is in your best interest to support the auto industry consider this.

One out of every 10 people in America is employed in a service that is related to the US auto industry.  If a plant closes, so does its suppliers, local stores and vendors.

Nearly 3 million jobs would be lost in the first year alone-with anther 2.5 million to follow over the next two years.

Personal income in the United States would drop by more than $150.7 billion over three years in lost taxes, unemployment and health care assistance.

Domestic automotive production would more than likely fall to zero-even by international producers, due to supplier bankruptcies.

There are some 14,000 US brand dealers in cities and towns across the country, employing approximately 740,000 people, with a total payroll of some $35 billion.

Please take a moment to be involved and let your representatives know you are concerned by calling 1-866-927-2233.  For more information and to state your support click on www.gmfactsandfiction.com.

Carl Black Automotive Group appreciates your time, concern and business.

October 31st & November 1st, come down to Carl Black wearing your Halloween costume and receive an additional $100 off any vehicle purchase! Look for the ghost in selected vehicles and score even more in savings! We will be cooking up some ghoulish treats along with special Halloween goodies for the kids!

Planning on coming to Carl Black October 17th and 18th. Support your favorite sports team and come dressed in their gear. As always, free hotdogs and hamburgers for everyone!

October 3rd & 4th

Wear your favorite Rays gear to support them making history for their first playoff games. We will be cooking out and listening to the games on the radio.

Live on the Lot

August 15th from 5pm - 7pm Adam Gregory will be performing his debut single Crazy Days, along with other songs from his new album. This is a free show, no ticket required. Everyone will get a Meet and Greet and Autograph. We will have FREE Hooters Wings and refreshments available. Carl Black has brought top talent to Sarasota with past appearances and performances by Big and Rich, Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan, Trace Adkins and Eric Church, all at Carl Black GMC Live on the Lot. Get here early and bring the whole family! Check him out online at www.myspace.com/adamgregorymusic or www.adamgregory.com!

July 25-26 Seafood Boil Weekend. Wear your beach cloths and enjoy some great food. Low Country Boil shrimp,potatos,sausage,and corn. Come in and enjoy some great cooking.

July 18-19 Support Your Rays Weekend. Buy a new or used vehicle and get free pair of tickets for the Devil Rays game. Wear your Rays gear and we will be cooking hotdogs and hamburgers on the grill.

July 5th Forth of July Sale-A-Bration. Buy any Red, White, or Blue vehicle and get an additional $150.00 off. Anyone wearing red, white and blue will receive a prize. We will be cooking out on the grill.