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What safety features are available in the 2021 Ford F-150?
Tuesday, July 6th, 2021
2021 Ford F-150 safety features and technology
The 2021 Ford F-150 is a bold, tough, and high-strength pickup truck with an array of features. But when it comes to pickup trucks, safety features are as important as performance and durability. What are the available standard safety features in the 2021 Ford F-150? Read ahead to learn about the 2021 Ford F-150 safety features and technology. When you are ready you can get your hands on one of these here at Akins Ford in Winder, GA!
(more…)How to Set Up Trailer Theft Alerts on the 2021 Ford F-150
Wednesday, June 30th, 2021
2021 Ford F-150 Trailer Theft Alert Instructions
New this year, the Trailer Theft Alert feature on the redesigned Ford F-150 can alert owners to potential trailer theft through their smartphones as part of the truck’s security system. This guide covers how to set up your 2021 Ford F-150 to send Trailer Theft Alerts to your smartphone via the FordPass™ app.
(more…)How to Check Trailer Lights Using the FordPass™ App
Wednesday, June 30th, 2021
2021 Ford F-150 Trailer Light Check Instructions
New for 2021, select Ford F-150 trucks will come equipped with a Trailer Light Check feature that lets you check your trailer light operation all from your smartphone. This step-by-step guide covers how to check your trailer lights using the new F-150 Trailer Light Check function on your FordPass™ App.
(more…)How Much Range Does the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Get?
Sunday, May 23rd, 2021
2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Driving Range and Charging Time
The new 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning is shaping up to become the most affordable electric truck of the year, but the EV market in its infancy is all about range. This guide covers how much range Ford Motor Company says the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning will get when it arrives here in the Atlanta area this fall.
(more…)How Much Can the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Tow?
Friday, May 21st, 2021
2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Towing and Payload Capacities
The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning has been revealed, and Ford Motor Company is calling it the smartest, most innovative truck that it has ever built. This guide looks at how much the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning lineup will be able to tow when it arrives here in the Atlanta area later this year.
(more…)How to Get the Pro Power Onboard™ Generator on the All-New F-150
Friday, May 14th, 2021
Which Ford F-150 Has the Onboard Generator?
The new Pro Power Onboard™ mobile generator on the all-new 2021 Ford F-150 offers the best usable power on demand in the class. Whether you’re looking to power a whole fleet of hammer drills and jigsaws or just need to keep the hotdog water warm through tailgating season, available 2.0kW, 2.4kW, and 7.2kW systems let you choose exactly the amount of power you need. In this guide, we review which Ford F-150 trucks have the new onboard generator so you know exactly what to look for when you visit us here at Akins Ford this summer.
(more…)How to Get the Absolute Maximum Towing Capacity on the Ford F-150
Friday, May 7th, 2021 Which 2021 Ford F-150 Engine Is the Best for Towing?
Even the most unrelenting truck critics would be hard-pressed to deny the supremacy of the 2021 Ford F-150. The truck’s penchant for powerful engines, class-leading weight capacities, and variety of trim levels make it a difficult value to beat overall. Buyers who want to max out their new truck to best-in-class status can find out how when we look at which 2021 Ford F-150 engine is the best for towing here at Akins Ford.
(more…)First Look at Ford’s Hands-Free BlueCruise Driving Feature
Thursday, April 29th, 2021
What is Ford BlueCruise?
After 500,000 miles of development testing, Ford’s first advanced driving assistance system offers hands-free convenience designed to give the Tesla Autopilot feature some much-needed competition. This guide offers a first look at the new Ford BlueCruise feature, including how it works and which models will come equipped when it arrives here in Atlanta, GA.
(more…)Ford F-150 and Ranger Win 2021 KBB 5-Year Cost to Own Awards
Thursday, April 29th, 2021
What Truck Has the Lowest Overall Cost of Ownership near Atlanta, GA?
There’s more to buying a new truck than paying the price on the sticker. If you want to get the best deal on a new vehicle, the goal is to score something with a low cost of ownership that won’t leave you hemorrhaging cash over time. Ford fans rejoice: The Ford F-150 and the Ford Ranger have been named the most affordable trucks in their respective classes in the 2021 Kelley Blue Book 5-Year Cost to Own Awards. You can find them both near Atlanta, GA right here at Akins Ford.
(more…)Akins Ford Welcomes the New Selection of Hybrid F-150s
Thursday, April 8th, 2021
Where Can I Shop Hybrid Trucks near Atlanta, GA?
Electrified options have been popping up across the automotive industry, and to the contempt of firm purists, the era of hybrid trucks is underway. Built for those who embrace the tides of change, the all-new 3.5-liter PowerBoost™ full hybrid V6 powertrain makes the Ford F-150 the only light-duty full-size pickup to offer a full hybrid, and you can find it here when you shop our vast selection of trucks here at the Akins Ford superstore located near Alanta, GA.
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