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Harry Robinson Automotive Family Earns Top Honors from Cars.com & DealerRater

We’re incredibly honored to share some exciting news with our community. The Harry Robinson Automotive Family has been recognized with multiple awards, including: These awards are especially meaningful because they are based on what matters most: our customers’ experiences. Built on Trust, Driven by Service At the heart of everything we do is a simple… Read More Harry Robinson Automotive Family Earns Top Honors from Cars.com & DealerRater

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Celebrating Our Employees of the Year

Both Angela and Nathan exemplify what we look for when recognizing Employees of the Month: commitment, integrity, teamwork, leadership, and a genuine desire to serve others. We are grateful for their contributions and proud to celebrate the example they set for our entire organization.… Read More Celebrating Our Employees of the Year

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Best of River Valley: Thank You!

We’re proud to announce that the Harry Robinson Automotive Family has once again been recognized among the Best of the River Valley! This year, our team brought home Best Customer Service, Best Collision Center, and the prestigious Sapphire Award — presented to businesses that have earned recognition every year since the program began.… Read More Best of River Valley: Thank You!

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We’re Nominated for Best of the Best 2025!

We’re honored and excited to share that Harry Robinson Automotive Family has been nominated in nine categories for the 2025 Best of the Best! These nominations are a direct reflection of the amazing support we receive from our customers, community, and incredible team — and we’d love your help bringing home the win.… Read More We’re Nominated for Best of the Best 2025!

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Enhancing Customer Experience: Ladies’ Day at Harry Robinson Sallisaw Ford & Buick GMC

So, WHY do we host Ladies’ Day?

Because it offers unique benefits, such as
Creating a Welcoming Environment
Encouraging Female Participation
Tailored Communication
Special Services
Empowering Women
Positive Change
Building Loyalty
Improves Industry Perception
Educating Customers… Read More Enhancing Customer Experience: Ladies’ Day at Harry Robinson Sallisaw Ford & Buick GMC

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2024 Arkansas Dealer of the Year Buick & GMC; Consumer Satisfaction Award

In 2024, over a million car shoppers determined which dealers consistently provided the best-in-class customer experience, and today, we celebrate the Cars.com Dealer of the Year Award winner for Buick & GMC in Arkansas, Harry Robinson Buick GMC. … Read More 2024 Arkansas Dealer of the Year Buick & GMC; Consumer Satisfaction Award

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Changing Lives, One Diaper at a Time: Join Our Diaper Drive for Heart to Heart Pregnancy & Family Care Center

In the spirit of giving back to our community, we are thrilled to announce our upcoming Diaper Drive supporting Heart to Heart Pregnancy & Family Care Center. This remarkable local charity has been a beacon of hope for countless families, and we are excited to make a meaningful impact together.… Read More Changing Lives, One Diaper at a Time: Join Our Diaper Drive for Heart to Heart Pregnancy & Family Care Center

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Celebrating 2023 Employees of the Year!

Celebrating 2023 Employees of the Year!… Read More Celebrating 2023 Employees of the Year!

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Shining a Spotlight on Hamilton House for Child Advocacy: A Beacon of Hope in Fort Smith, AR

Shining a Spotlight on Hamilton House for Child Advocacy: A Beacon of Hope in Fort Smith, AR In the heart of Fort Smith, Arkansas, a remarkable organization stands as a beacon of hope and healing for children in need. Hamilton House for Child Advocacy, with its unwavering commitment to the welfare of our community’s youth,… Read More Shining a Spotlight on Hamilton House for Child Advocacy: A Beacon of Hope in Fort Smith, AR

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Bring Joy to a Child: Join Our Toys for Tots Drive!

The season of giving is upon us, and what better way to spread joy than by supporting the Toys for Tots drive? Harry Robinson Buick GMC and Harry Robinson Sallisaw Ford are proud to be part of this incredible initiative, bringing smiles to the faces of children in need. Join us as we make a… Read More Bring Joy to a Child: Join Our Toys for Tots Drive!

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 Sallisaw Ford’s Biggest Sale Ever! 

Sallisaw Ford’s Biggest Sale Ever! 

🎇Sale Thursday thru Saturday, July 6-8, 2023🎇… Read More  Sallisaw Ford’s Biggest Sale Ever! 

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Best of River Valley & Best of the Best Fort Smith

Thank you so much for supporting our growth. Growing in business is challenging to navigate correctly, and it means the world to us that we have such strong community support. We are a local business and love the people of this Arkansas Oklahoma River Valley we call home. We…… Read More Best of River Valley & Best of the Best Fort Smith

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Harry’s Heart to Heart Diaper Drive 2023

Heart to Heart Pregnancy & Family Care Center is dedicated to helping young girls, women, men & families who are expecting. Heart to Heart is local. Located on 16th Street here in Fort Smith, they offer baby and maternity supplies. All items are provided to clients completely free of charge. Items available vary but can include diapers, formula, maternity and baby clothes, furniture, cribs and mattresses, strollers, car seats and more.… Read More Harry’s Heart to Heart Diaper Drive 2023

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Credit Reporting Changes 2022

This year will see changes that could positively change how debt shows up on your credit report.
Starting in July 2022, Equifax, Experian & Transunion will no longer include…… Read More Credit Reporting Changes 2022

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December of Kindness: Week 5

December and 2021 is coming to a close so let us use this ending as an inspiration for a new beginning in 2022. If you haven’t chosen your theme or word or mantra for the new year, may I suggest KINDNESS.… Read More December of Kindness: Week 5

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December of Kindness: Week 4

Renee said, We think we change children’s lives with adoption, but the truth is they change ours. We experience and learn things we wouldn’t have had the opportunity to otherwise. If you can’t adopt or foster consider all the other ways you can help. If you want to know how you can help call me I would love to share!… Read More December of Kindness: Week 4

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December of Kindness: Week 3

“Adoption is amazing! It is a great opportunity to get a child and welcome them as part of your family. I don’t have any doubt that God chooses for me to be a part of the Henry family. Adoption is a great thing, so if you are thinking about adoption I would wildly encourage you to do it. I would never want to NOT be a part of my family. I don’t know much about my birth mother, but I do know she must have been a very kind and loving person to let somebody adopt me. I love being adopted!!”… Read More December of Kindness: Week 3

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2021 Pearly Awards

We decided to include a few “pearly” (superlative) awards along with our awards of recognition. First, let me tell you the Christmas party was so fun! We had a corn hole tournament, trivia, ping pong, fabulous food, a bar, and a photo area. There were some great gifts for the winners. … Read More 2021 Pearly Awards

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December of Kindness 2021

Terry is one of our favorite employees & a GetReal24 resident. He’s pictured here with Harry Robinson Buick GMC’s general sales manager, Scott who is also a former foster. … Read More December of Kindness 2021

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Gratitude Month: Polly Crable

It’s November, and around here we like to celebrate Gratitude. Throughout the month we will be sharing stories of gratitude from our team members.… Read More Gratitude Month: Polly Crable

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Gratitude Month: Skip Hill

It’s November, and around here we like to celebrate Gratitude. Throughout the month we will be sharing stories of gratitude from our team members. Today we celebrate with Skip. Skip is the finance director for #hrbg ”What I’m thankful for” I’M THANKFUL TO HARRY ROBINSON BUICK GMC FAMILY FOR STILL PUTTING UP WITH ME AFTER… Read More Gratitude Month: Skip Hill

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Gratitude Month: Shlaine Locust

Today we celebrate with Shlaine. Shlaine is the warranty clerk for Harry Robinson Sallisaw Ford in Oklahoma. … Read More Gratitude Month: Shlaine Locust

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Gratitude Month: Marty Phillips

It’s November, and around here we like to celebrate Gratitude. Throughout the month we will be sharing stories of gratitude from our team members.… Read More Gratitude Month: Marty Phillips

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Gratitude Month: Renee Durham

Renee just celebrated her 25th anniversary with Harry Robinson Automotive Family. She has been awarded the Patriotic Employer Award, and was recognized as a Woman in Business Leader. Through her leadership our dealerships have become deeply involved in philanthropic efforts for education, fostering, and meeting the needs of children in our community. We are also leaders in the women in automotive community having high representation for women in every department & key leadership roles. I must mention also that for the past three years she has been a finalist for Best of the Best Boss in the Arkansas Oklahoma River Valley.… Read More Gratitude Month: Renee Durham

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Gratitude Month: Chris Wilson

🍂The year 2021 has been good to me from health, financial, and personal standpoints. It could be the best year I’ve had overall in a long time when I really think about it. My daughters are both doing great in school and have solid friends and are genuinely happy with life. My wife and I have begun the process of moving to Fort Smith to make life easier and more convenient for us both. My folks are still alive and kicking. Work has been fun and entertaining as always. Life is good! -Chris… Read More Gratitude Month: Chris Wilson

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Gratitude Month: Cathy Creekmore

Today we celebrate with me , Cathy Creekmore. I am the social media director for Harry Robinson Automotive Family I’m doing mine today so I can say HBD Marine Corps!! And, my grandbaby is visiting so I’m all feely today … Read More Gratitude Month: Cathy Creekmore

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SWTR Best of the Best: WINNERS!

Thanks to our awesome customers! We’re proud to announce that we were honored with four Best of the Best Awards by the Southwest Times Record. All because of YOUR votes!… Read More SWTR Best of the Best: WINNERS!

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Gratitude Month: Saralinna Wilson

It’s November, and around here we like to celebrate Gratitude. Throughout the month we will be sharing stories of gratitude from our team members.… Read More Gratitude Month: Saralinna Wilson

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Gratitude Month: James Durham

It’s November, and around here we like to celebrate Gratitude. Throughout the month we will be sharing stories of gratitude from our team members. Today we kick things off with James. James Durham has been a sales consultant here at HRBG for years, & has been recently promoted to Finance Manager! I’m thankful for “life”……Thankful… Read More Gratitude Month: James Durham

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Best of River Valley Awards

Thanks to our awesome customers! We’re proud to announce that we were honored with several Best of the River Valley Awards by the Northwest Arkansas Gazette. All because of YOUR votes! Best of the River Valley Auto Dealer Service Center Best of the River Valley Auto Collision Center Best of the River Valley Auto Dealership-Finalist… Read More Best of River Valley Awards

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Harry Robinson Buick GMC VIP Employee of the Month

I’ve been wanting to do this for a while. Being nominated is an honor; winning is awesome! I’m talking about being a VIP Employee of the month. We don’t use VIP’s usual interpretation, we call ourselves Valuable, Inspiring, Positive employees. Our motto being: It’s up to everyone to create a positive culture. Speaking from a… Read More Harry Robinson Buick GMC VIP Employee of the Month

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Sierra Full of Joy 7

We’re excited to kick off our 7th Annual Sierra Full of Joy on Sunday, December 1st!  Sierra Full of Joy is our annual donation drive to help local foster children. Each year we take up donations for THE Call of Crawford & Sebastian Counties. The state of Arkansas has nearly 5,000 children in foster care,… Read More Sierra Full of Joy 7

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Sierra Full of Joy 6

We’re excited to kick off Sierra Full of Joy on Tuesday November 27th!  Sierra Full of Joy is our annual donation drive to help local foster children. Each year we take up donations for The Children’s Emergency Shelter & The CALL. Fort Smith Children’s Emergency Shelter provides shelter & care, in a safe, structured home-like environment… Read More Sierra Full of Joy 6

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Please Vote for Harry Robinson Buick GMC!

We are honored to be among the nominees for River Valley’s Best of the Best 2018! Not only did we receive nominations in Best Collision/Body Shop, Auto Service/Repair, Large Used Auto Dealer & New Car Auto Dealer, but also for Best Place to Work and Best Customer Service! What an unexpected recognition! We strive to… Read More Please Vote for Harry Robinson Buick GMC!

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Auto news: 40 Under 40 Retail Honoree Amanda Mendenhall. Harry Robinson Buick GMC, Fort Smith Arkansas

Congratulations to our Service Manager, Amanda!! Amanda Mendenhall AGE: 37 POSITION: Service manager, Harry Robinson Buick-GMC, Fort Smith, Ark. ACHIEVEMENT: In the last year, more than tripled service department profit by more than doubling labor hours per ticket and by performing inspections intended to show customers worn parts on their vehicles Amanda Mendenhall’s recipe for… Read More Auto news: 40 Under 40 Retail Honoree Amanda Mendenhall. Harry Robinson Buick GMC, Fort Smith Arkansas

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Best of Best Fort Smith 2018

  We would very much appreciate your nominations for this years Best of the Best. You guys have given us awards every year for the past few years, and it’s time for this year’s nominations. We would appreciate your noms in the following categories: 🚗Auto Service & Repair-Dealer 🚙Collision/Body Shop-Dealer 🚗New Auto Dealer 🚙Large Used… Read More Best of Best Fort Smith 2018

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Buick Owners-Fort Smith, Arkansas

At Harry Robinson Buick GMC we don’t just sell Buicks, we own them! About 10 of us own Buicks & we are in Love with them. Buick offers the best ride on the road, elegant styling, great gas mileage and luxury!… Read More Buick Owners-Fort Smith, Arkansas

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CBI Team Fort Smith, Meet Renee Durham

Source: CBI Team Fort Smith Rachel Todd  December 7, 2017   Community Influencer Renee Durham We are continuing our CBI Team Fort Smith-River Valley blog series on local Community Influencers. Meet Renee Durham, General Manager of Harry Robinson Buick GMC. Renee has been in the automotive industry since 1996. She has a bachelors degree from UALR and… Read More CBI Team Fort Smith, Meet Renee Durham

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Harry Robinson, Time Dealer of the Year Nominee

DETROIT, Dec. 4, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Ally Financial today announced that 47 auto dealers nationwide have been selected as nominees for the 2018 TIME Dealer of the Year award, one of the most prestigious automotive industry honors, recognizing successful auto dealers who also demonstrate a deep and long-standing commitment to community service. “Only a small fraction of the… Read More Harry Robinson, Time Dealer of the Year Nominee

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Harry Robinson Buick GMC Donates Yukon to Fort Smith School Resource Officer

Harry Robinson Buick GMC Donates Yukon to Fort Smith School Resource Officer Fort Smith, Arkansas: Friday, October 20, 2017, at 5:00 pm at Harry Robinson Buick GMC, 6000 S 36th Street, Fort Smith, AR Fort Smith Police Department received the donation of a 2015 GMC Yukon to Fort Smith Public School Resource Officer Travis Watkins.… Read More Harry Robinson Buick GMC Donates Yukon to Fort Smith School Resource Officer

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SWTimes Best of the Best Voting

Thank you for nominating us for Best New Car Dealer, Auto Service & Repair, and Collision Center! Voting is this week. Aug 13th-20th! Here’s the link: swtimes.com/best You will be entered to win $250 when you vote in 25 categories. As a local company it means a lot that you nominated us & are voting.… Read More SWTimes Best of the Best Voting

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Women in Business discuss key aspects behind their leadership, drive and commitment to serving – Talk Business & Politics

Source: Women in Business discuss key aspects behind their leadership, drive and commitment to serving – Talk Business & Politics On behalf of the Northwest Arkansas Business Journal staff, I am pleased to present to you the 2017 class of Women in Business honorees. If you want to feel inspired, I think you will enjoy… Read More Women in Business discuss key aspects behind their leadership, drive and commitment to serving – Talk Business & Politics

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Thursday is Ladies’ Day

We’re introducing Ladies’ Day here at Harry Robinson Buick GMC. Ladies’ Day is every Thursday. Ladies who make a “Ladies Day” appointment will get $10 off an oil change & tire rotation. Here’s the link to make your appointment now: https://goo.gl/1LJFuB You can also give us a call at 479-646-8600, and be sure to mention Ladies… Read More Thursday is Ladies’ Day

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Harry’s Heart to Heart Diaper Drive

Harry’s Heart to Heart diaper Drive kicks off today and goes through the month of March. Last year we collected 6595 diapers, 3152 wipes, $400 cash & a baby bed mattress! I have no doubt we can do even more this year. I’ve been advised that there’s a special need for diapers Size 4 &… Read More Harry’s Heart to Heart Diaper Drive

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Harry Robinson Wins Dealer Rater Award, 4th Consecutive Year

Harry Robinson Buick GMC Wins 2017 DealerRater Buick & GMC Dealer of the Year Award Award recognizes top U.S. and Canadian auto dealers who demonstrate excellent customer service as expressed by consumer reviews written on DealerRater Fort Smith, AR Harry Robinson Buick GMC has been awarded a 2017 DealerRater Dealer of the Year Award, which… Read More Harry Robinson Wins Dealer Rater Award, 4th Consecutive Year

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Harry Robinson Buick GMC VIP Employee of the Year Awards

At Harry Robinson Buick GMC we pick our employee of the year by having the nominees be the employees of the months for that year and having every employee (almost 100 now!) vote. We call our employees of the month/year VIP because it’s our individual responsibility to each other the be Valuable, Inspiring and Positive.… Read More Harry Robinson Buick GMC VIP Employee of the Year Awards

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Arkansas foster care system ‘in a crisis’; steps taken to fix – Talk Business & Politics

Yesterday we kick off Sierra Full of Joy 4 & today there’s a story in TB&P about the foster care crisis we are facing here in Arkansas. *Sebastian County has more children in need of a foster home than any county in the state, according to DHS statistics. So, if you’re looking to bless someone… Read More Arkansas foster care system ‘in a crisis’; steps taken to fix – Talk Business & Politics

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Sierra Full of Joy 4

Today we kick off our 4th annual Christmas donation drive for local foster children benefitting Children’s Emergency Shelter and The CALL of Crawford/ Sebastian county . Here are their 2016 Wish lists.   Follow these links for more information about the Children’s Emergency Shelter & The CALL. The River Valley is blessed to have awesome… Read More Sierra Full of Joy 4

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We Support the Blue Wrap Up

I’m about a week late with this wrap up report. I apologize. I had no idea how far behind I was! You should have seen all the emails needing tending to. Just to remind you, We Support the Blue is a month of giving dreamed up by our (Harry Robinson Buick GMC) General Sales Manager… Read More We Support the Blue Wrap Up

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We Support the Blue Kickoff Event at Harry Robinson

This kickoff weekend was awesome! Thank you to everyone who came out. Don’t forget we are donating $100 for every vehicle sold in the month of October to the Fort Smith Police Dept & Sebastian County Sheriff’s Office for equipment, training and other resources. You can Support the Blue even if you’re not in the market for a… Read More We Support the Blue Kickoff Event at Harry Robinson

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