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Should I Choose Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive?

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Comparing Front-Wheel Drive and All-Wheel Drive

Sometimes people are surprised by all the decisions they have to make when picking out a new Ford car, truck or SUV. Sure, they’re ready to decide which color they want their new Ford to be, or whether they want a more powerful model as opposed to a more fuel efficient one. But there are other decisions people sometimes aren’t ready to make. One of those decisions is whether they want front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. With that in mind, we decided to compare front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive so that you know exactly what you want the next time you step on our Akins Ford lot near Atlanta, GA. Read the rest of this entry >>

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How to Get Your Car Ready for Spring

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Maintenance Tips to Get Your Car Ready for Spring

Spring is right around the corner, and you know what that means – it’s time for spring cleaning. But while you’re cleaning out your closets and attic and everything else, make sure you don’t forget about your car. That’s right, cars need spring cleaning, too. But sometimes it’s hard to know where to start or what needs to be done. To help you out, we compiled this list of spring maintenance tips for your car. 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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Akins Ford Wins the 2015 Ford President’s Award

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Here at Akins Ford, we have based our 50 years of successful business on the simple fact that our customers come first. Without the people of Winder and the surrounding community, we wouldn’t have the dealership that we do. Which makes us even more proud that we have won the 2015 Ford President’s Award for delivering top customer service while offering a wide selection of the best new Ford vehicles. Read the rest of this entry >>

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What Can Cause Low Brake Fluid?

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One of the first thoughts when that little brake warning light goes on is “Rats, is my parking brake on?” followed swiftly by a sinking sensation as you realize that the warning may be because of something much more serious. The brake warning lights generally activate when brake fluid is running low and needs to be changed. But what can cause low brake fluid in the first place? Keep reading to learn some of the most common reasons (and what to do about them). Read the rest of this entry >>

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Why Not Buy Mopar for the Holidays?

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Are you stumped on what to get that special car enthusiast in your life? Here at Akins, we know that Dad can be hard to buy for some years, so here are a few Mopar Christmas gift ideas sure to brighten the life (and rev the engine) of any Dodge or Mopar enthusiast in your life. And don’t forget to check out the custom truck accessories that you can get right here at our own Wild Willies shop! Read the rest of this entry >>

What to do if you are in an accident

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So the worst has happened, and in spite of all the great preventative safety features on your vehicle you’ve ended up in a tangle of twisted metal and deflating airbags. The first and most important thing is to get medical help for anyone who needs it. Then and only then are you free to worry about the rest of the hassle that comes with our accident. But with our basic advice we can prep you for any eventuality so that you can handle the situation with aplomb (and not panic). Read the rest of this entry >>

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Guess who’s rocking the new Ford service ads?

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New Ford Commercials With the Rock

Okay, that was a cheesy headline, but we’re excited about the new series of Ford service commercials that will be hitting the airwaves this October featuring Dwayne Johnson, the Rock. These new Ford commercials with the Rock and other Ford specialists will be highlighting the ways that high-quality Ford parts and know-how at your local Ford dealership make your Ford driving, owning, and maintaining experience even better. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Need an oil change? Get in and out quickly at Akins Ford!

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Oil change coupons for Atlanta GA

The experts at Akins Ford know a few things about getting you into a great car at an affordable price, but what you may not know is that there are also plenty of other offerings by the experts at Akins Ford including car service!

Our well-trained technicians are always ready to get you into a great new vehicle, but they are also there for all drivers after the purchase of the vehicle with the offering of a wide variety of services.
Some of the services we offer at Akins Ford include tire rotation, brake work, transmission flush, electrical work and of course oil changes We even offer specials, which many drivers find useful when trying to stay on a budget. From oil change coupons for Atlanta GA to an overall maintenance check, we have it all. Read the rest of this entry >>