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We are thrilled to announce Steet Ponte Auto Group's year-long sponsorship with the Utica Zoo, one of the most beloved attractions in the Utica, NY area for over 100 years! This partnership reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting local institutions that bring joy, education, and unforgettable experiences to Oneida County and beyond. The Utica Zoo is home to over 99 species of animals, making it a fun family-friendly destination. Whether you're admiring the majestic lions, playful red pandas, or the engaging gibbons (more on them later!), there’s always something exciting to see and learn. Exclusive Perks for Our Team As part of this collaboration, Steet Ponte Auto Group employees will enjoy special discounts at the zoo—just one of the many ways we’re bringing this partnership to life. It’s a great opportunity for our team members and their families to explore the wonders of nature close to home. Sponsoring Signature Zoo Events We’re also proud to sponsor some of the zoo’s most popular annual events: 🍷 Wine in the Wilderness: We’re working on details to be the designated driver sponsor, ensuring everyone can enjoy the evening responsibly while sampling wines from across the region. 🎃 Halloween Spooktacular: This family-favorite event offers a fun and safe way for kids to celebrate Halloween with themed activities, costumes, and of course, plenty of adorable animal encounters. Proud Sponsors of the Gibbons Exhibit As part of our support, Steet Ponte Auto Group is also the proud sponsor of the Gibbons exhibit. These playful and energetic primates are a highlight of the zoo, captivating visitors with their acrobatics and endearing social behaviors. More Exciting Adventures Ahead We’re just getting started! Keep an eye out for more exciting collaborations and events throughout the year as we continue to support and celebrate our local zoo. Whether you're a regular visitor or planning your first trip, we encourage everyone to experience the magic of the Utica Zoo, it’s truly a local treasure. We’ll see you at the zoo! 🐾

Held on Sunday, February 16th, 2025 at Gore Mountain in North Creek, NY! This past weekend, our Auto Group team came together for an unforgettable day on the slopes at Gore Mountain for our 5th Annual Ski Trip! This annual tradition has become a highly anticipated event, giving employees the chance to embrace the winter season, connect with coworkers, and enjoy a well-deserved day of fun and adventure. From seasoned skiers to first-timers, everyone had a blast exploring the mountain’s diverse trails, soaking in the breathtaking views, and experiencing the thrill of the downhill runs. The crisp mountain air and fresh powder made for perfect skiing and snowboarding conditions, ensuring a fantastic experience for all. To keep everyone fueled for the day, we provided a complimentary lunch at the Tannery Bar and Restaurant, where employees got to warm up, enjoy a delicious meal, and share stories from the slopes. It was the perfect opportunity to relax, recharge, and bond with colleagues in a casual and scenic setting. This event continues to be a wonderful way to bring our Auto Group team together outside of the workplace, strengthening our connections and building lasting memories. Whether carving through fresh powder or simply enjoying the mountain atmosphere, everyone left with smiles on their faces and excitement for next year’s trip. A huge thank you to all who participated and helped make this event such a success. We look forward to keeping this tradition alive and can’t wait to hit the slopes again next year! See you on the mountain in 2026!

We love to share local events going on in the Utica, NY area and we’d love to share one that is coming up. The Annual Fire Truck Spectacular hosted by the New Hartford, NY Fire Department will be taking place on Thursday, July 15th at 6pm in the New Hartford Shopping Center parking lot! This a FREE event that's great for families. It’s always conveniently held in front of Nicky Doodles Ice Cream, so after you check out all the fire trucks, rescue trucks, ambulances and even a helicopter (that makes a dramatic entrance and exit each year!!) head on down for some great food and cold sweet treats. We proudly sponsor this event each year, as it not only promotes child safety with their smoke house, but is also very helpful for adults as local insurance companies are always on hand as well. Not to mention, many of our employees of the Steet Ponte Auto Group are proud volunteer firefighters. We hope to see you on Thursday, July 15th at the New Hartford Shopping Center for some FREE family fun!

It’s almost that time of the year!! Our Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest is being held on the day of our Holiday Lunch Party on Wednesday, December 22nd. We’re so excited to see what kind of turnout we have this year! Winners from the following categories will be chosen by none other than Joe Steet Sr. and Steve Ponte Sr. for: Funniest, Best DIY, Most Holiday Spirit, Most Unique, Best Pop Culture, Joe’s Favorite, Steve’s Favorite, Ugliest Ugly Sweater. There will also be a winner for MOST liked photo on all of our Facebook pages in the Auto Group! Tune in to our Facebook and Instagram accounts, as all photos will be posted by Christmas Eve!

This past Sunday, August 1st, we held our Annual Company Picnic for the Steet Ponte Auto Group at Enchanted Forest Water Safari in Old Forge, NY! We have held it here every year since 1994, when we purchased our Toyota store in Yorkville, NY. This year was a bit different due to our rainy and colder summer we've been having, but still had over 300 people in attendance! The rain luckily held out until about 2pm, so many of us were able to squeeze in a bunch of water slides, dry rides, and walks through the Enchanted Forest part of the park. As always, the staff at the Park were extremely hospitable and helpful. We had a great picnic lunch, and the never ending ice cream is always a fan favorite!! Cheers to everyone who came out to celebrate the Auto Group in a relaxed, non-work environment!

The 19th Annual Steet Ponte Auto Group Golf Tournament is being held on Sunday, July 18th at Stonebridge Golf Course in Frankfort, NY! Each year we change the location to give all of our local golf courses business, and it’s also fun for us to golf different courses we might not attend normally! The tournament starts at 11:30am and is open to not just our employees, but family, friends, customers, and other business associates. Please call or contact Chris Bivins of Steet Toyota of Yorkville to sign up and form a team! (315) 736-8241 ext. 718 or ChrisBivins@steettoyota.com. Prizes for EVERYONE are always given out, including 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes, longest drive, and closest to pin. Coffee and donuts, lunch, beer for the day, hot dogs and hamburgers at the turn, a full Italian buffet dinner, and 18 holes of golf are included in your ticket for $85! Team skins are for $20. When: Sunday, July 18th Time: 11:30 registration, 12pm start Where: Stonebridge Golf Course 2340 Graffenburg Road, Frankfort, NY 13340 Format: Captain & Crew

Thursday, 06 May, 2021 The Steet Ponte Auto Group is HIRING at ALL LOCATIONS!! We have many positions open from Technicians, to Sales, to Office Staff! Message us here with your resume, or apply on www.steetponteautogroup.com Information for Technicians: We are a local and family owned and operated business, with a newly renovated store & state of the art shop, in house body shop, brand new break room for Service Department & Technicians, and plenty of space! This position is FULL TIME and includes health benefits, 401k, paid vacation, additional training through the manufacturer NO SUNDAYS, and ALL major holidays off! MUST have valid NYS driver's license. Responsibilities include: -Repairs and maintains cars and trucks. -Conduct diagnostic tests on vehicles and replace worn or damaged components. -Troubleshoot and repair a variety of engine systems to ensure that the proper repairs may be made to the customer’s satisfaction. -Carefully manage their time to ensure that repairs are made on schedule and the shop is as efficient as possible. To apply, send resume to Service Manager, Patrick Doherty: PDoherty@steetpontechevy.com or stop down to apply in person! Give us a call with any questions (315) 866-5080

We want you to know that we're dedicated to our employee & customer's health & safety during this time as we head into not only flu & cold season, but COVID-19 as well. We are complying with New York State Automobile Dealer's Association regulations and cleaning our facility every 2 hours per their instruction. We still have plexiglass in front of all desks, follow social distancing in all departments, and have cleaning supplies, extra masks, and hand sanitizer at every desk throughout our store. We have a professional cleaning company that still comes nightly to clean the dealership as well. Rest assured that your experience with our family and locally owned group of dealerships will not only be easy and enjoyable, but also SAFE! As a reminder, we still offer virtual vehicle sales. Service appointments can be made online or by phone, and both service and parts can be paid for over the phone as well!