Category Archives: Safety

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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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2018 Ford F-150 New Safety and Technology Features

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What Safety and Tech Features are in the 2018 Ford F-150?

It was only announced this month, but the 2018 Ford F-150 has already made a huge splash. Part of this is due to its impressive new powertrain options and features, which will provide the best towing capabilities for any new Ford F-150 ever. But the 2018 F-150 is more than just a powerful, capable, rugged and dependable truck. It’s also an incredibly safe and technologically-advanced truck that includes a number of segment-first and class-exclusive technology and safety features. So let’s take a closer look at those as we eagerly anticipate its arrival here at Akins Ford near Atlanta, Georgia. Read the rest of this entry >>

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2018 Ford Mustang Release Date and New Features

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When Will the 2018 Ford Mustang be Released?

The world’s best-selling sports coupe is back and better than ever. Ford has unveiled the all-new 2018 Ford Mustang, which is the most advanced Mustang ever thanks to a comprehensive suite of advanced new technology, safety and convenience features. The 2018 Mustang also features improved performance over the 2017 Mustang thanks to powerful engine upgrades and the all-new available 10-speed automatic transmission. And you’ll be able to easily handle all that additional power with the available MagneRide suspension, which improves all aspects of the 2018 Mustang’s handling abilities. So let’s get right down to business and take a closer look at the all-new Mustang, including its release date. Read the rest of this entry >>

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When Do I Need to Replace My Brakes?

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How to Know When to Replace Your Brakes

What’s the most important part of your car? That’s a debate that could go on for ages. But we can all agree there are a few parts that stand above the rest, like your brakes. Without them, well, we don’t need to tell you what could happen. That means you need to keep on top of their maintenance. But it’s hard to know how to do that, so we came up with a guide on how to know when to replace your brakes. Read the rest of this entry >>

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How is Ford Working to Improve Safety?

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Ford Unveils Next-Gen Driver Assistance Features

Ford has announced it is tripling its investment in developing new driver assistance safety features. These features will help you park, avoid collisions, steer around slow or stopped vehicles in emergency situations, avoid going the wrong way and stay in your lane. Ford has said it hopes to have all of these new driver-assist technologies implemented in all of their models within two years. So while we wait, let’s take a closer look at exactly what Ford is working on. Read the rest of this entry >>

What Are the First Steps to Take After an Auto Accident?

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What to Do If You’re in an Accident

It’s every driver’s worst fear. And sometimes it’s completely unavoidable no matter how careful you are. It’s the ever-dreaded fender-bender. As soon as it happens, emotions begin to run high. It can be hard to think clearly during such a traumatic experience. The best way to take control of the situation, and therefore making sure it doesn’t control you, is to be prepared. To help you out, we at Akins Ford put together a checklist of what to do if you’re in an accident. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Learn all about Ford’s new evasive steering system

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How does Ford’s evasive steering system work?

Cars are getting smarter and smarter, helping drivers in ways they have never been able to before. One of the areas seeing significant improvement is the development of new safety systems. Ford has been at the forefront of many of these systems. One of the developments the company is working on is a new evasive steering system. So how does Ford’s evasive steering system work? Read the rest of this entry >>

Front-quarter view of the 2016 Ford Fiesta

IIHS names the 2017 Ford Fusion a Top Safety Pick Plus!

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2017 Ford Fusion IIHS crash test scores

Ford is a company committed to providing customers with the safest cars possible. The 2017 Ford Fusion just earned an award that will help it add to this reputation. The IIHS has named the new Fusion a Top Safety Pick Plus, the organization’s highest possible designation. The 2017 Ford Fusion IIHS crash test scores help to prove that this sedan is one of the safest cars on the road. Read the rest of this entry >>

F-150 Special Services Vehicle joins Ford law enforcement lineup

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2016 Ford F-150 Police Truck Modifications

The F-150 is the best-selling vehicle in America, and now it is ready to protect America’s law enforcement officers. The F-150 Special Services Vehicle will be the latest addition to Ford’s extensive lineup of law enforcement vehicles. Several 2016 Ford F-150 police truck modifications have been done to create this amazing new vehicle. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Ford F-150 is the only truck to earn a 2016 IIHS Top Safety Pick

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2016 Ford F-150 safety rating and features

The Ford F-150 is America’s best selling truck, and recent news is proving that Americans have great taste. The IIHS just named the F-150 a 2016 Top Safety Pick, the only fullsize truck to earn this designation. Awards like this one are a great recognition of how outstanding the 2016 Ford F-150 safety rating and features are. Read the rest of this entry >>