Geisking Public Relations

30/09/2024

Is your vehicle prepared for the wrath of 'Old Man Winter'? Are your tires reliable enough to keep you from 'Slip Sliding Away'? Are you sure? Be sure to tune in on Thursday, October 17th, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., to Wisconsin Public Radio's Larry Meiller Show. Host Larry Meiller, joined by Jim Ward, retired service director at Smart Motors Toyota, will guide you through essential winter vehicle prep and answer live maintenance questions. Don't miss this must-listen program!

17/09/2024

Learn how you can get involved in the September 18 blood drive, hosted by Smart Motors Toyota in partnership with the American Red Cross. Peter Graper, Human Resources Manager at Smart Motors, shares in a WKOW 27 online news story that many dealership employees regularly donate, and emphasizes the need to schedule an appointment in advance. Don’t delay—sign up now and help meet the constant demand for blood, making a real difference in saving lives.

Smart Motors annually hosts four or five blood drives for the American Red Cross.

17/09/2024

Ever pulled up to the gas station and found yourself puzzled by the range of fuel choices? With gas prices falling, the idea of trying premium might seem appealing—but will it actually improve your car’s performance? And what about ‘E-85’ fuel—what does that mean? Eli Dunn, a Master Diagnostic Technician at Smart Motors Toyota breaks down the different fuel types and which one is best for your vehicle. https://www.wisbusiness.com/2024/geisking-with-so-many-options-how-do-you-know-which-kind-of-gasoline-is-best-for-you-and-your-vehicle/

12/09/2024

Find out how you can take part in the September 18 blood drive, organized by Smart Motors Toyota in collaboration with The American Red Cross. Peter Graper, Human Resources Manager at Smart Motors, notes that many employees at the dealership donate blood, with appointments being necessary. Don’t wait—sign up soon and play your part in saving lives, as the demand for blood is ongoing. https://isthmus.com/events/american-red-cross-blood-drive-smart/?occ_dtstart=2024-09-18T10:00

22/08/2024

Selecting a new car can be overwhelming, though the process becomes much easier when you work with a knowledgeable sales professional who understands your specific vehicle needs. Justin Jackson, Sales Director at Smart Motors Toyota, shares five key questions to keep in mind when making your decision. https://www.wisbusiness.com/2024/smart-motors-what-five-things-should-every-driver-consider-before-purchasing-a-new-vehicle/

24/07/2024

Summer road trip? Check out this insightful and practical episode from the Larry Meiller Show on Wisconsin Public Radio, featuring Jim Ward, retired service manager from Smart Motors Toyota and producer/fill in host Jill Nadeau. They expertly address a wide range of vehicle maintenance topics from callers, including the importance of having a roadside assistance plan, when to change transmission oil, tips for pulling a trailer and using rooftop carriers, guidelines for changing engine oil, reasons why a vehicle might be burning oil, the impact of hot weather on batteries, troubleshooting a hands-free phone system, and how to achieve the best gas mileage when traveling, and more. Download, listen, and learn anytime!

First, Jim Ward is back to help you prep your car for summer travel, including making sure your air conditioning is in good shape, and how to determine if your […]

17/07/2024

Is your vehicle prepared for summer travel? Are you sure? Tune in to Wisconsin Public Radio's Larry Meiller Show on Thursday, July 18th, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Host Jill Nadeau, along with Jim Ward, retired service manager at Smart Motors Toyota, will discuss this topic and expertly answer callers' questions. Don't miss this informative program!

11/07/2024

Discover how a conversation with a man from Chicago transformed into a successful family business in this week's Monroe Times, featuring Jenny Bryant, owner of S&B Tubing.

ALBANY — On May 25, the Saturday of Memorial Day Weekend, Jenny Bryant along with members of her family and several other staff members embarked on their 25th season of making thousands of visitors to the tiny Wisconsin town of Albany very, very happy.

18/06/2024

Consider this: at 88 years old, Larry Richardson is still playing softball, holding down first base for the “Milwaukee Braves” in the Greater Madison Senior Softball (GMSS) league. News 3 Now / Channel 3000 recently interviewed this remarkable senior athlete. Since 2010, Smart Motors Toyota has proudly sponsored the GMSS league.

A first baseman for a local softball team celebrated his 88th birthday this month.

13/06/2024

Imagine being 88 years old and playing softball. Larry Richardson who plays first base for the “Milwaukee Braves” team in the Greater Madison Senior Softball (GMSS) league is doing just that as WKOW 27 interviewed this senior athlete. The GMSS league has been sponsored by Smart Motors Toyota since 2010.

MADISON (WKOW) -- Age is just a number for one player in the Madison senior softball league.

31/05/2024

Discover how 20 car tire tubes and two borrowed canoes grew into a successful seasonal family business in a small Wisconsin town, nicknamed “The Pearl of the Sugar River.” Jenny Bryant of S&B Tubing recounts S&B's origins in this week’s Brodhead Independent Register newspaper.

29/05/2024

How to avoid hydroplaning. Tire tread depth. Less than a cup of water can cause hydrolocking. Listener experiences hydroplaning. Good time to buy a hybrid or EV. Why windshields fog up. Vinyl sweat. Cleaning faded headlamps. Undercoat a new vehicle. Soooo many thought-provoking vehicle maintenance questions from statewide callers expertly addressed by Jim Ward, retired service manager at Smart Motors Toyota and Larry Meiller from the Larry Meiller Show on Wisconsin Public Radio. Download, listen and learn anytime!

We talk about hydroplaning and all things cars and water with Jim Ward, a retired service manager from Smart Motors Toyota. Then, we learn about restoring rare cars with Todd […]

24/05/2024

Discover how family inner tubing excursions in a quaint Wisconsin town dubbed “the Pearl of the Sugar River” evolved into the successful summer business, S&B Tubing. https://www.wisbusiness.com/2024/sb-tubing-how-one-woman-has-helped-keep-the-family-business-afloat-for-twenty-five-seasons/

22/05/2024

Do you know what leads to hydroplaning or how much water it takes to hydro-lock an engine? Tune in on Thursday, May 23rd from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to Wisconsin Public Radio's Larry Meiller Show as host Larry Meiller will discuss these topics and expertly address vehicle maintenance questions from callers with Jim Ward, retired service director at Smart Motors Toyota. Don't miss this informative program!

Join host Larry Meiller every week day as he discusses environmental and consumer issues, gardening and helpful "how-to" topics with his guests. Executive Producer Jill Nadeau and Producers Clara Neupert and Joel Patenaude seek out knowledgeable guests who give you accurate advice on a range of topi...

08/05/2024

An uplifting story that's sure to bring a smile. Last Wednesday, Brooklyn Andres, WMTV 15 News Morning Show Reporter/Anchor, caught up with GMSS player Ed Demianiuk from Monroe for an interview and a few swings at bat as the Greater Madison Senior Softball (GMSS) league launched their season at Verona Community Park. Smart Motors Toyota has proudly sponsored the GMSS league since its inception in 2010.

The Greater Madison Senior Softball League kicks off their 2024 season.

02/05/2024

An exciting kick-off for the Greater Madison Senior Softball (GMSS) league's new season, highlighted by WMTV 15 News Morning Reporter/Anchor Brooklyn Andres conducting interviews with GMSS players Steve Siegler and Ed Demianiuk during yesterday's 5 a.m., 6 a.m. morning news! Both Steve and Ed make nearly an hour-long commute to Verona every week to play ball in this 55 and older league, showcasing their dedication. Smart Motors Toyota stands as the exclusive sponsor of the GMSS league.

01/05/2024

Catch Brooklyn Andres, WMTV 15 News Morning News Reporter, interviewing Steve Siegler, player manager of the Greater Madison Senior Softball (GMSS) league live on Madison NBC TV news affiliate WMTV 15 this Wednesday, May 1st, between 5 a.m. and 7 a.m. Smart Motors Toyota has been the sole sponsor of GMSS since 2010.

26/04/2024

If you are 55 or older and itching to play softball this summer, the Greater Madison Senior Softball league welcomes you! See the following WMTV 15 News story for details. Smart Motors Toyota has been the sole sponsor of the GMSS league since 2010.

A Madison softball league for those 55 and older with hundreds of players is encouraging new players to join as they approach the season start day.