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Find Your Perfect Summer Road Trip Vehicle at Akins Ford near Atlanta GA

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Take a Summer Road Trip with These New Ford Models

Summertime is the perfect time for a road trip. And the new Ford models we have here at Akins Ford near Atlanta, GA, are the perfect vehicles to take that road trip with. But while you can’t go wrong choosing any new Ford model for your road trip, some models are better suited for long trips than others. In the end, however, it all depends on what you’re looking for. Do you prefer more interior space or better gas mileage? Where does safety fit into your needs? That’s what we’re going to cover here as we get you ready to take a summer road trip with these new Ford models. Read the rest of this entry >>

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What New Technology Features Come With the 2017 Ford Explorer?

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Check Out the 2017 Ford Explorer’s New Technology Features

Thanks to a slew of new updates and upgrades, the 2017 Ford Explorer looks like a sure bet to keep the model’s 25-year run as the best-selling SUV in America going at least one more year. Heck, as impressive as the 2018 Ford Explorer looks, it seems that run isn’t ending anytime soon. Some of the 2017 Explorer’s updates and improvements include the choice between three powerful and efficient engines, a newly redesigned and spacious-as-ever interior and an all-inclusive list of new safety, technology, comfort and convenience features.  This time around, we’re going to check out the 2017 Ford Explorer’s new technology features. Read the rest of this entry >>

Which New Ford SUV is Right for You?

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2017 Ford Expedition vs 2017 Ford Explorer

When it comes to SUVs, nobody is better than Ford. Ford has some of the most popular SUVs on the market, because Ford SUVs offer powerful and efficient engine options, roomy and comfortable interiors and extensive lists of advanced new safety, technology, comfort and convenience features. Two of Ford’s most popular and longest-running SUVs are the Ford Expedition and the Ford Explorer. Both are perfect fits for those looking for a combination of interior space, power and fuel efficiency, but which new Ford SUV is right for you? Let’s find out by taking a closer look at both models with this 2017 Ford Expedition versus 2017 Ford Explorer comparison. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Checking out the 2018 Ford Explorer’s New Technology and Safety Features

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Technology and Safety Features Included in the 2018 Ford Explorer

There’s a lot to love about the new 2018 Ford Explorer. The new Ford Explorer features the choice between three powerful and efficient engines and four new exterior colors, while also sporting redesigned front and rear styling details. What’s even better is the fact that it features an impressive suite of advanced new safety, technology, comfort and convenience features. That’s what we’re going to be taking a closer look at in this post, so let’s dive right in and check out the new technology and safety features included in the 2018 Ford Explorer. Read the rest of this entry >>

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When Will the 2018 Ford Explorer Arrive at Akins Ford near Atlanta?

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2018 Ford Explorer Release Date and Engine Options

Ford has released information the new 2018 Explorer and, wow, does it have us here at Akins Ford near Atlanta, GA, excited. Updates for the 2018 Ford Explorer include new front and rear stylings complete with a new grille. The new Ford Explorer will also feature a comprehensive suite of advanced new safety, technology, comfort and convenience features, such as an available embedded modem featuring a Wi-Fi hotspot capable of supporting as many as 10 devices at once up to 50 feet away from the new Explorer. You’ll also be able to customize your new Ford Explorer more than ever before since it offers the choice between three engines, along with more exterior colors than ever before and much more. But for right now, we want to check out the 2018 Ford Explorer’s release date and engine options. Read the rest of this entry >>

Side view of the 2017 Ford Explorer

2017 Ford Escape vs 2017 Ford Explorer

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Comparing the 2017 Ford Escape and 2017 Ford Explorer

So you’ve made the decision to purchase a new Ford SUV. Congratulations, that’s a great choice. But which impressive new Ford SUV are you going to choose? They’re all great choices, so you’ll have to figure out what you need out of your new SUV. Are you wanting great gas mileage above everything else? Or do you need more power, instead? How about passenger and cargo space? These are all features you’ll have to consider when picking out your new Ford SUV. To help you get started, we decided to compare the 2017 Ford Escape with the 2017 Ford Explorer. We’ll be looking at powertrain, fuel efficiency and interior volume.

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Side view of the 2017 Ford Explorer

2017 Ford Explorer New Driver Assistance Features

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How Safe is the 2017 Ford Explorer?

For the last 25 years, the Ford Explorer has been the best-selling SUV in the United States. And the 2017 Ford Explorer is primed and ready to continue that tradition thanks to a choice between three powerful and efficient engines, newly available appearance packages and a comprehensive suite of advanced new technology, comfort, convenience and safety features. It’s the safety features we’ll be focusing on today, as we take a look at the wide array of advanced new driver assistance features found in the 2017 Explorer. Read the rest of this entry >>

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KBB Gave Four Fords the 5-year Cost to Own Award

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Posted in Ford, Ford Explorer, Ford F-150, Ford Focus, Ford Mustang

Folks have a lot of good reasons to buy Ford trucks, whether it’s their affordable performance capability, or their sheer towing and hauling excellence, but now there is yet another reason, thanks to Kelley Blue Book. KBB gave four Fords the 5-year Cost to Own Award this year, which shows that they are estimated to have the lowest costs, long-term, in their class. Find out more about the winning advantages of the Focus ST, F-150, Explorer, and Mustang GT here. Read the rest of this entry >>

Fresh Photos of the MXV Wheelchair Accessible SUV at the Chicago Auto Show!

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Ford Explorer BraunAbility MXV Wheelchair Accessible SUV

We’ve previously written about the wheelchair-friendly Explorer SUV, but now we have fresh pictures of this valuable vehicle straight from its real-life debut at the Chicago Auto Show. The new BraunAbility MXV is based on the 2016 Ford Explorer and will be the world’s first volume-production wheel-chair accessible SUV. Read the rest of this entry >>