Category Archives: Ford F-150

Pro power board on the 2021 Ford F-150

How to Get the Pro Power Onboard™ Generator on the All-New F-150

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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.

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2021 Ford F-150 towing a boat

How to Get the Absolute Maximum Towing Capacity on the Ford F-150

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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.

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Ford BlueCruise Instrument Cluster Display

First Look at Ford’s Hands-Free BlueCruise Driving Feature

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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.

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2021 Ford F-150 trucks near river bank

Ford F-150 and Ranger Win 2021 KBB 5-Year Cost to Own Awards

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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.

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2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid driving on the road

Akins Ford Welcomes the New Selection of Hybrid F-150s

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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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Front-quarter view of the 2021 Ford F-150 Gray

Your Ford F-150 and Daylight Saving Time Changes

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How to Change the Time on Your Ford F-150 Truck 

If you own a newer model-year Ford F-150 truck, it’s likely that your vehicle comes equipped with a feature that automatically changes your infotainment center’s clock to match the local time zone. This feature does not automatically update for Daylight Saving Time, so you’ll have to adjust your clock manually when it comes time to fall back or spring ahead an hour. Thankfully SYNC® makes changing the time on your Ford F-150 a breeze. In this blog post, discover how to change the time on your Ford F-150 truck from our experts at Akins Ford near Atlanta, GA.

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2021 Ford F-150 rearview camera angle controls

Getting a Glimpse in the Ford F-150 with Camera Views On-Demand

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How to Change the 2021 Ford F-150’s Rearview Camera Angle

If you own a newer model-year Ford F-150, your truck may be equipped with a Camera Views On-Demand feature that allows you to change the angle of your rearview camera to offer a view of your truck’s bed, surrounding obstacles, and even behind a hitched trailer. Interested in learning the controls? That’s what we’re here for! Here’s how the Camera Views On-Demand system in the 2021 Ford F-150 truck works:

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2021 Ford F-150 with new zone lighting system

How to Control the Zone Lighting System on the Ford F-150

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How Do I Turn on Ford F-150 Zone Lighting?

Starting in model year 2021, the Ford F-150 offers an available Zone Lighting System that can illuminate the entire area around the truck with enough light to keep you working, or doing what you love. This system can be controlled right from your smartphone using the FordPass™ app. Here our guide and video walkthrough discuss how to control the new Zone Lighting System on Ford F-50 trucks.

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2021 Ford F-150 Gray driving on the road

2021 Ford F-150 Retains a Tight Hold on Best-Selling Status

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What’s the Most Popular Truck in the United States? 

Winning isn’t everything, but boy is it nice to be the best. The Ford F-150 holds a tight grip on its best-selling status with 589,034 models sold in 2020 alone, putting it well over 150,000 units above the next best-selling model. But this isn’t anything new. The Ford F-150 is the most popular pickup truck in the United States and has been for quite some time now. How long? The answer will most likely shock you. 

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2020-Ford-Escape

Electric Vehicle Incentives in Georgia

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Posted in Dealer Information, Ford, Ford Escape, Ford Explorer, Ford F-150, Ford Fusion, Ford Mustang Mach-E, Local

Georgia EV & Hybrid Tax Credits & Rebates 

With the recent surge of stylish and riveting electric-powered vehicles on the road nowadays, there are plenty of reasons to invest in an electric vehicle. You can add possible tax credit and rebates to that list. In this article, we explore some of the cash-saving incentives available to Georgia residents who purchase a new electric or hybrid vehicle. 

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