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What are the Best St. Patrick’s Day 2017 Events near Atlanta GA?

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St. Patrick’s Day 2017 Activities near Atlanta GA

St. Patrick’s Day 2017 is right around the corner. That’s right, the day when everyone is Irish is almost upon us. And as an added bonus, it’s on a Friday this year. You know what that means – no one will have an excuse not to go out covered in green to celebrate. And since we live near the greatest city in America – Atlanta, Georgia – you know there’s plenty of St. Patrick’s Day 2017 activities going on. To help you get your St. Paddy’s plans in order, here are a few of the best 2017 St. Patrick’s Day activities near Atlanta, GA. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Is There Video of the 2018 Ford Expedition?

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First Look Video: 2018 Ford Expedition

Ford has unveiled the all-new 2018 Ford Expedition and it promises to be the most versatile and most capable full-size SUV ever. Yes, that means it’s even more capable and dependable than the 2017 Expedition, which is truly saying something. But words can only do so much. As they say, seeing is believing. So let’s just get right to it and check out video of the 2018 Ford Expedition in action. Read the rest of this entry >>

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How Powerful and Safe is the 2018 Ford Expedition?

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2018 Ford Expedition New Powertrain and Safety Features

Ford created quite a bit of buzz with the recent unveiling of the 2018 Ford Expedition, which promises to be even more capable, powerful, smart and efficient than the 2017 Expedition. It’s able to do this thanks to an upgraded and optimized new powertrain, an all-new trailering system and a comprehensive suite of advanced new safety and driver assistance features. But just how powerful is this new powertrain? How capable is the new trailering system? And how safe are these advanced new features? Let’s take a closer look and find out. Read the rest of this entry >>

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How Safe is the 2017 Ford F-250 Crew Cab 4×2 Super Duty?

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2017 Ford Super Duty Earns 5-Star Overall Government Crash Rating

You can add another achievement to the long list of things the 2017 Ford F-250 Super Duty Crew Cab 4×2 does better than anything else. Not only is the all-new F-250 Super Duty Crew Cab 4×2 the toughest, smartest and most capable Super Duty ever, it’s now also the safest. That’s thanks to it earning a five-star overall safety score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s New Car Assessment Program, making the 2017 F-Series Super Duty the only heavy-duty pickup truck to ever earn the NHTSA’s highest safety rating. How did the new Super Duty achieve such an incredible accomplishment? Let’s take a closer look and find out. Read the rest of this entry >>

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How to Upgrade Connectivity Features in Older Ford Models

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Connectivity Upgrades Available for Older Ford Models

Do you have a 2010-2016 model year Ford that you absolutely love and would never dream of getting rid of? But, at the same time, do you get a little jealous when you hear about all of the advanced new technology features found in the newest model year Fords? Do you wish you could have the best of both worlds? Well, now you can thanks to the new Ford SmartLink feature, which will allow you to upgrade your older Ford model with some of the latest connectivity features found in new Fords. Intrigued? We thought you would be. So let’s take a closer look to see how it all works. Read the rest of this entry >>

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2017 Ford F-150 Raptor Wins 2017 FOUR WHEELER Pickup Truck of the Year

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Has the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor Won Any Awards?

The results are in, and the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor has been named the 2017 FOUR WHEELER Pickup Truck of the Year. Judging took place over a week, as judges with the opinion-leading off-road enthusiast publication conducted a variety of tests on a total of seven trucks spanning more than 1,000 miles of terrain including pavement, gravel, dirt, sand, rocks, mud and snow. The trucks weren’t just tested in tough conditions, either. They were also taken out on the track where the new F-150 Raptor scored best-in-field zero to 60 miles per hour and quarter-mile times. So how did the 2017 F-150 Raptor earn the award? Let’s take a closer look and find out. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Ford Announces New Mustang Convertible

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When is the 2018 Ford Mustang Convertible Being Released?

Anyone who has ever been fortunate enough to get behind the wheel of a Ford Mustang knows just how much fun it is to drive America’s favorite and best-selling sports car. And now that driving experience is about to get that much better. Why? Because you’re going to be able to put to top down as you cruise along in your new Mustang. Yes, you read that correctly. A new 2018 Ford Mustang Convertible is going on sale this fall at dealerships nationwide, including right here at Akins Ford near Atlanta, Georgia. But the ability to feel the wind in your hair as you open up your new Ford Mustang Convertible isn’t the only advanced new feature offered. To see what we mean, let’s take a closer look at all of the features coming with the 2018 Ford Mustang Convertible. Read the rest of this entry >>

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2018 Ford Expedition Release Date and New Technology Features

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When is the 2018 Ford Expedition Being Released?

The all-new 2018 Ford Expedition has been unveiled and it promises to be the safest, smartest, most capable and most versatile full-size SUV ever built. Created with today’s active and diverse families in mind, the 2018 Expedition will include family-friendly features such as flexible seating and storage amenities. These include features such as second row tip-and-slide seating for easier access to the roomy third row. But when is its release date? And what are the new technology features that make it the smartest, most connected and most comfortable SUV on the market? Let’s take a closer look and find out. Read the rest of this entry >>

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How Much Can You Save During the President’s Day Sale at Akins Ford?

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2017 President’s Day Sale at Akins Ford near Atlanta GA

President’s Day is upon us, and that means many things to many different people. But when it comes to car-buyers, President’s Day means the best time to save on a new Ford car, truck or SUV. That’s especially true at Akins Ford near Atlanta, Georgia, where we’ve lowered our prices to the lowest they’ve been all year. So now is the perfect time to trade in your old car for a brand new Ford model at Akins Ford. Read the rest of this entry >>

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2018 Ford Mustang New Powertrain Features

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How Powerful is the 2018 Ford Mustang?

The 2018 Ford Mustang made a big splash when it was unveiled, as it is the most advanced Mustang to ever be released thanks to its wide array of advanced new safety, technology and convenience features. But what’s the first thing people want to know about a new Mustang once it’s announced? They want to know what’s under the hood. So let’s pop the hood and check out the amazingly powerful and efficient new powertrain features found in the 2018 Ford Mustang. Read the rest of this entry >>