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Rear View of the 2019 Ford F-150

Utilizing Intelligent Access with Push-Button Start on the Ford F-150

How to Use Push-Button Start on Ford F-150?

With intelligent access technology now standard on Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum and Limited models, getting your F-150 running and on the road has never been easier. How to use the push-button start feature on your Ford F-150 depends on whether you’re sporting a gasoline or diesel engine under the hood. Read the rest of this entry >>

2019 Ford F-150 front quarter view

2019 Ford F-150 Hill Descent Control User Guide

How to Use Ford Hill Descent Control on the 2019 Ford F-150

Now equipped with Hill Descent Control, the Ford F-150 takes the tenseness out of traveling downhill for long periods of time. The intelligent system functions as a downhill cruise control by using the vehicle’s brake control system to maintain a set speed so you can focus your attention on steering. Excited to give this feature a go? Keep reading for a complete guide on how to use Ford Hill Descent Control on your 2019 Ford F-150.

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2021 Ford F-150 towing a boat

What Audio Systems are Offered on the 2019 Ford F-150?

2019 Ford F-150 Sound System Options

Whether you’re venturing off on a lengthy road trip or just tackling a 15-minute commute, music has a way of shaping the moment on the road. That’s why Ford has put endless amounts of energy into crafting a variety of ear-pleasing setups. Audiophiles of all genre preferences can enjoy the wide selection of sound systems offered on the 2019 Ford F-150. Keep reading to see what audio systems drivers can find at each trim level of the F-150 lineup.

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How to Lower Your Ford’s Windows Remotely Using Your Key Fob

How to Use the Ford Global-Open Window Feature

For those of us without a remote-start-equipped vehicle, hazards of entering a hot car are all too familiar. From scorching leather seats to skin-searing seatbelt buckles, we’ve all been burned by the summer sun in one way or another. Thankfully, many Ford vehicles come equipped with a handy feature that can help you escape the heat. Keep reading to learn more about the Ford Global-Open Windows feature and how to use it.

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Ford Co-Pilot 360

How Do I Enable the Lane- Keeping System in My Ford Vehicle?

How to Set Up the Lane-Keeping System on Your Ford Vehicle

Introduced for the first time in 2012, Ford’s Lane-Keeping System provided a much-needed solution to the problem of unintentional lane drifting. Five years later, this innovative driver-assistance feature is now offered standard on many Ford models as part of the Ford Co-Pilot360™ suite. Keep reading to learn how to set up the Lane-Keeping System and adjust its settings on your own Ford vehicle.

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2020 Ford Explorer front quarter view

Explore the All-New Ford Terrain Management System at Akins Ford near Atlanta, GA

What’s New in the 2020 Ford Explorer Terrain Management System?

With the introduction of the redesigned 2020 Ford Explorer, Ford revealed the existence of an all-new terrain management system that promises to make conquering challenging landscapes easier than ever. But this isn’t Ford’s first rodeo when it comes to terrain management. For years, Ford’s four-mode terrain management system has given it an edge over competing off-road models. Keep reading to learn more about Ford’s terrain management systems and how the 2020 Ford Explorer’s all-new system compares to that of previous models.

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Ford Wi-Fi

How to Set Up Ford SYNC® Connect Wi-Fi Hotspot

We’d love to say the thrill of the road trip never dies, but truth be told things start to seem a lot less grand after the first dozen rounds of I Spy. That’s why Ford brought us the Ford SYNC® Connect Wi-Fi Hotspot. With a Ford hotspot-equipped vehicle, drivers enjoy quick data speeds with a 4G LTE connection on the AT&T nationwide wireless network. The system is also capable of supporting 10 devices at a time within a 50-foot radius. Eager to get your vehicle’s hotspot up and running? Learn how with this Ford SYNC® Connect Wi-Fi Hotspot setup guide.

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Front Quarter View of the 2019 Ford Super Duty towing a boat

Listing the Features that Make the 2019 Ford Super Duty Lineup at Akins Ford near Atlanta GA One of the Safest and Most Technologically-Advanced Heavy-Duty Truck Lineups Available Today

2019 Ford Super Duty Features New Safety & Tech Advancements

Whenever anyone hears about a new Ford Super Duty lineup coming to Akins Ford near Atlanta, GA, they immediately want to know how powerful it is and how capable it is. That’s understandable, since most people use their new Super Duty truck for heavy-duty jobs and tasks – and with good reason, too, considering the 2019 Ford Super Duty lineup once again offers best-in-class power and best-in-class capability. But there’s more to the 2019 Super Duty lineup than just unbeatable power and capability. What we mean by that is that the 2019 Ford Super Duty lineup features a ton of new safety and tech advancements for the new model year, which we’re going to tell you all about right here.

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Front Quarter View of the 2019 Ford Edge

All-New Artificial Intelligence Technology Helps the 2019 Ford Edge Lineup Improve Traction and Gas Mileage

New AI Tech Improves Fuel Efficiency and Traction of 2019 Ford Edge

Ever since it was first unveiled, we’ve been telling you all about how the all-new 2019 Ford Edge lineup is taking things to a whole new level. And that’s true about many of the all-new features and capabilities for the all-new 2019 Edge lineup, but that’s also probably an immense understatement when it comes to the 2019 Edge lineup’s all-new artificial intelligence-driven all-wheel drive disconnect system. But wait – AI in a new SUV? Sounds intriguing, so let’s check out the ways this new AI tech improves the fuel efficiency and traction of the 2019 Ford Edge.

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