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close up of the Power Stroke logo on a 2018 Ford F-150 Diesel

Akins Ford near Atlanta GA Taking All-New Ford F-150 Diesel Orders Now

2018 Ford F-150 Diesel Available Now at Akins Ford near Atlanta GA

Right before the 2018 model year rolled around, Ford put all other pickup truck lineups on notice with the announcement that an all-new diesel engine option was coming to the 2018 Ford F-150 lineup for the first time ever. After a ton of initial excitement, the focus then turned to the rest of the all-new Ford F-150 lineup as it was released upon the world. But the 2018 Ford F-150 Diesel is back at the forefront once again as it is now available at Akins Ford near Atlanta, GA. Read the rest of this entry >>

front view of a blue 2019 Ford Edge ST with a city skyline in the background

Did the Ford Performance Team Create an All-New Performance-Enhanced Edge Model?

When is the Release Date for the 2019 Ford Edge ST?

If you are among the many who thought the 2018 Ford Edge was a HUGE step forward for the lineup, then you’re going to be really excited about what Ford recently announced. See, Ford recently told the world that the 2019 Edge lineup will include two all-new trim levels – the 2019 Ford Edge Titanium Elite and the 2019 Ford Edge ST. Taking nothing away from the incredibly impressive all-new Ford Edge Titanium Elite, we have to be honest and say we’re most excited about the all-new performance-enhanced Ford Edge ST. That’s because the 2019 Edge ST is the first Ford SUV to be created by the Ford Performance Team, meaning it’s going to be one of the most powerful, most capable and most fun to drive SUVs ever built. But when is the release date for the 2019 Ford Edge ST? Well, we’re going to go over that right here. Read the rest of this entry >>

side view of a gold 2019 Ford Ranger parked on a cliff with mountains in the background

All-New Ford Ranger’s Release Date at Akins Ford near Atlanta GA

Release Date & List of All-New Features for the 2019 Ford Ranger

After years of utterly dominating the full-size and heavy duty pickup truck classes thanks to, most recently, the 2018 Ford F-150 lineup and the 2018 Ford Super Duty lineup, Ford is setting its sights on once again bringing that dominance to the midsize pickup truck class. And it’s doing so by fully updating and upgrading an old classic to create the all-new 2019 Ford Ranger. Intrigued? We thought you would be, which is why we’re going to check in on the release date for the 2019 Ford Ranger while also listing some of its most impressive all-new features. Read the rest of this entry >>

2018 Ford Super Duty

What is the Release Date and Starting MSRP for the All-New Ford F-Series Super Duty Limited Lineup?

Starting Price and Arrival Date of the 2018 F-Series Super Duty Limited

Luxury has never really been a word used to describe the new Ford F-Series Super Duty lineup, but that’s only because there are so many other important adjectives to use instead – like powerful, capable, rugged, dependable and efficient. But luxury is pushing its way into the conversation with the impending arrival of the all-new Ford F-Series Super Duty Limited lineup that comes with an extensive list of class-exclusive features. But when it is coming? And what is its starting MSRP? Well, let’s see what we can learn about the starting price and arrival date of the 2018 Ford F-Series Super Duty Limited. Read the rest of this entry >>

2018 Ford Focus Red driving on the road

When Will the 2018 Ford Focus be Released at Akins Ford near Atlanta GA?

Release Date and New Engine Features of the 2018 Ford Focus

Ford’s most capable, customizable and fun to drive sedan (or hatchback) is making a triumphant return for the 2018 model year. That’s right, the 2018 Ford Focus is back and better than ever. Everything you loved about the 2017 Ford Focus lineup has returned – including the ability to choose between a sedan and hatchback model – with the addition of powerful and efficient new engine options, a more comfortable than ever interior, a more stylish than ever exterior and an extensive list of advanced new safety, technology, comfort and convenience features. So, let’s get right down to it and check out the release date and new engine features of the 2018 Ford Focus. Read the rest of this entry >>

2018 Ford Focus Yellow driving on the road

When Will the 2018 Ford Focus be Released at Brandon Ford in Tampa FL?

Release Date and New Engine Features of the 2018 Ford Focus

Ford’s most capable, customizable and fun to drive sedan (or hatchback) is making a triumphant return for the 2018 model year. That’s right, the 2018 Ford Focus is back and better than ever. Everything you loved about the 2017 Ford Focus lineup has returned – including the ability to choose between a sedan and hatchback model – with the addition of powerful and efficient new engine options, a more comfortable than ever interior, a more stylish than ever exterior and an extensive list of advanced new safety, technology, comfort and convenience features. So, let’s get right down to it and check out the release date and new engine features of the 2018 Ford Focus. Read the rest of this entry >>

2018 Ford Shelby GT350 driving on the race track

Shelby GT350 and GT350R Mustangs Coming Back for 2018 Model Year

Release Date for the 2018 Ford Shelby GT350 & GT350R Mustang

Mustang lovers rejoice because Ford announced the most track-capable, street legal Mustang ever built is coming back for the 2018 model year. Available this fall here at Akins Ford near Atlanta, GA, with three new exterior color options – Orange Fury, Kona Blue and Lead Foot Gray – the 2018 Shelby GT350 Mustang and the 2018 Shelby GT350R Mustang will also feature an available Electronics Package that includes the SYNC 3 voice-activated navigation and nine-speaker audio system. Another available package is the Convenience Package, which adds Miko suede inserts to the driver and passenger seats of the 2018 Shelby GT350 Mustang model. But now that we know 2018 model year versions are coming, we want to know when exactly they’ll arrive. So, let’s check out the release date for the 2018 Ford Shelby GT350 and GT350R Mustang. Read the rest of this entry >>

blue 2019 Ford Explorer model in front of a covered 2019 Ford Explorer ST

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

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 >>

Four 2018 Ford F-150 trucks parked in an open field

When is the 2018 Ford F-150 Diesel Truck Being Released?

Release Date and Powertrain Features for the 2018 Ford F-150 Diesel

Big changes are coming for America’s favorite pickup truck in the 2018 model year. Featuring new engine options, an all-new 10-speed automatic transmission and a comprehensive suite of advanced new safety, technology, comfort and convenience features, the 2018 Ford F-150 promises to live up to the grand tradition set by its forebearers. But one of the most exciting new aspects of the 2018 F-150 is that, for the first time ever, it will come with a diesel engine option. You’re excited, aren’t you? We thought you would be. We are, too. So, let’s get right to it and check out the release date and powertrain features for the 2018 Ford F-150 Diesel truck. Read the rest of this entry >>

New Ford F-150 Hybrid Powertrain and Release Date_o

What is the New Ford F-150 Hybrid?

New Ford F-150 Hybrid Powertrain and Release Date

Hybrid vehicles used to be known simply as small cars that got great gas mileage while not offering much in terms of horsepower and torque. But that’s all changing. And it’s changing rapidly. Hybrid powertrains have become much more advanced than they were in the early days, and more and more people are becoming fans of what they can do. Because of that, automakers like Ford are beginning to expand their hybrid offerings. That includes hybrid versions of models you may not expect. Surprising to some, but perhaps not to others, Ford has announced it is working on a hybrid version of the F-150. We’ve still got a while to wait until that becomes a reality, but in the meantime, let’s find out all we can about the new Ford F-150 Hybrid powertrain and release date. Read the rest of this entry >>