DELAVAN,
Wis., May 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kunes
Auto & RV Group, a Midwest automotive group with more than 45
auto and RV dealerships, announced today key investments to further
its commitment to automotive service across its storefronts and
beyond. Kunes Ford, alongside other Wisconsin Ford dealers,
contributed $1 million toward the
training of future automotive technicians through the Wisconsin
Automobile and Truck Dealers Association (WATDA) Foundation.
Meanwhile, a member of the automotive service team at Kunes Buick
GMC of Stoughton reached the
prestigious level of World Class GM Technician – all solidifying
Kunes's role as a top provider of automotive service in the
Midwest.
Russ Kellom, a service technician
at Kunes Buick GMC of Stoughton,
reached the pinnacle of automotive excellence with his recent
designation as a World Class GM Technician. To achieve this status,
Kellom received extensive training in everything from engine repair
to brakes to heating systems, then aced his final exam in
Dallas, Texas.
"We're proud of Russ for achieving this gold medal of automotive
service and are excited to offer his expertise to the Stoughton community," said Kunes. "His
commitment to continue growing in an ever-changing field keeps
Kunes ahead of the curve."
Kunes again demonstrated its investment in future technicians
through the WATDA Foundation by teaming up with Ford dealers across
Wisconsin for a $1 million donation towards technician training
in the state. Kunes is very active in WATDA; CEO Gregg Kunes is a member of the WATDA board and
many Kunes service technicians work directly with the foundation,
offering training and mentorship.
The dealer group is also offering first aid training to
employees after tragedy impacted one of their own. A Kunes
technician, Christopher "Ty" Downing, suffered a fatal heart attack
last fall while on the job. The dealer group has since installed
AED defibrillators at all stores to honor Downing.
"While it's unclear whether the presence of defibrillators would
have saved Ty's life, we want to equip our employees with the
training and supplies they may need, should a similar situation
arise," said Scott Kunes, chief
operating officer at Kunes Auto Group. "We hope that Ty's family
will see this as something positive that came from their terrible
loss."
Kunes added that Downing's colleagues responded quickly and did
all the right things, calling 911 and offering CPR.
For more information about Kunes Auto Group and to find your
nearest dealership, visit ShopKunes.com.
About Kunes Auto & RV Group
Founded in 1996 in
Delavan, Wisconsin, Kunes Auto
Group has since grown to over 40 locations spanning across the
Midwest. Previously Kunes Country, Kunes Auto Group lives up to its
motto –– Faith, Family, and Giving Back –– by employing over 1,800
people and donating 10% of its yearly net profits to local
charities.
Kunes' dedication to its employees, customers, and communities
is shown through its countless "Automotive News' Best Dealerships
to Work For" awards, which are given to 100 dealers nationwide
every year. Kunes receives as many as 10 such awards each year with
over 30 total awards dealership-wide. For more information, visit
Kunes.com.
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