More Trophies! Yet again Ford crushed the competition in California to become AutoGuide.com’s Pickup Truck of the Year. The Ford F-150 Raptor has it all, including the purpose built Baja runner, long travel suspension and even enhanced handling for off-roading. Stephen Elmer, AutoGuide.com trucks editor says “While each truck in this year’s competition brings something(…)
There are millions of Ford customers who can now benefit from a new technology based program called SmartLink. This upgrade will allow current customers to access features that only 2010-2016 Ford and Lincoln vehicle owners will have access to. SmartLink is a simple device that plugs into the OBD II port below the steering wheel. -New Features(…)
Ford is giving its F-150 a makeover. The 2018 model will have a new front-end grille, new wheel options, more technology options inside, and a new diesel engine. The redesign comes just two years after Ford launched a new version of its top-selling model. The new 2018 F-150 goes on sale this fall, and prices(…)
Ford launched a new way for car, truck and SUV owners to have even more control in the car and in the home. Ford and Amazon are working together to combine Amazon’s newest technology, Amazon Alexa, and Ford’s smart cars. Ford cars are now able to talk to Amazon Alexa and follow commands! Here are(…)
Our friends at My Ford Magazine put together a pretty sweet list of how to prepare your car, truck or SUV’s tires with winter just around the corner. 1. HOW CAN I GET READY FOR WINTER WEATHER CONDITIONS? There are all-terrain tires that offer improved traction in various conditions. Winter tires are designed with rubber(…)
As you are driving along, you suddenly feel the jolt of your car running over a hidden pothole that you did not even see. Potholes are often a stealth hazard, popping up without warning when you least expect them. With the warmth of spring comes an increase in the amount of potholes. Potholes develop as(…)
Another year of SEMA is in the books after a successful week-long display of the latest and greatest in the automotive industry. SEMA, which stands for Specialty Equipment Market Association is the premier automotive specialty products trade event in the world. Ford showcased more than 50 displays of its vehicles and winning race cars, including the Le Mans-conquering(…)
Ford to Reduce Water Use per Vehicle by 72% by 2020 Water is the most important nonrenewable resource to sustain human life. Ford recognizes water’s necessity and aim to reduce our footprint, starting with decreasing the amount of water each Ford Vehicle uses. From 2000-2015, Ford has already saved 10 billion gallons of water by(…)
The Ford Mustang Shelby GT350R is a multi-award-winning vehicle and is now adding another award to its collection; a 2016 Popular Science Best of What’s New Award in the Auto category. Popular Science annually puts out its Best of What’s New issue, where they review thousands of new products and innovations. After careful consideration, Popular(…)
We’re back at it again with another dose of “not so” common sense tips that can help you out, in the event you need to jump your Ford car, truck or SUV. *1. Locate the battery in each car. Before you get started, find the battery in both your car (i.e., the “disabled” one) and the(…)