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2018 Ford Shelby GT350 in a showroom

Ford Unveils Dashboard of the Future on All-New Ford GT

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2018 Ford GT Features Dashboard of the Future

The future is now thanks to the all-new Ford GT and its dashboard of the future. Ford is using the all-new GT as a starting point for a brand new all-digital instrument display that will soon be found on all new Ford models. The innovative 10-inch wide digital display will be able to quickly and easily present information to you based on which of the five special driving modes you select. Intrigued? We thought you would be, because everyone here at Akins Ford near Atlanta, Georgia, is, too. So, let’s take a closer look to see how this impressive new display is working to improve the future. Read the rest of this entry >>

Front view of the 2017 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350R

Has the 2017 Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang Won Any Awards?

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2017 Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang Wins 2017 KBB Award

When you’re the world’s best-selling sports coupe, you’re bound to win some awards. And that’s exactly what the 2017 Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang has done by earning the 2017 Kelley Blue Book Best Resale Value Award for a High-Performance Car. The award is given to new models based on their projected retained value through the initial five-year period of ownership. So how did the 2017 Ford Shelby GT350 Mustang earn the award? Let’s take a closer look and find out. Read the rest of this entry >>

2017 Ford Fusion White parked outside house

How Connected is the 2017 Ford Fusion?

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2017 Ford Fusion New Connectivity Features

It may be a cliché, but no one goes anywhere without their phones anymore. And because of that, connectivity in cars has become a very important feature throughout the automotive industry. And just as Ford has always been at the forefront of including advanced technology features in their models, they’re also at the forefront of advanced new connectivity features. The 2017 Ford Fusion is the perfect example. Packed to the brim with a comprehensive suite of new connectivity features, the 2017 Fusion is one of the most connected cars on the road. What are these features, you ask? Let’s find out. Read the rest of this entry >>

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How to Upgrade Connectivity Features in Older Ford Models

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Connectivity Upgrades Available for Older Ford Models

Do you have a 2010-2016 model year Ford that you absolutely love and would never dream of getting rid of? But, at the same time, do you get a little jealous when you hear about all of the advanced new technology features found in the newest model year Fords? Do you wish you could have the best of both worlds? Well, now you can thanks to the new Ford SmartLink feature, which will allow you to upgrade your older Ford model with some of the latest connectivity features found in new Fords. Intrigued? We thought you would be. So let’s take a closer look to see how it all works. Read the rest of this entry >>

Front-quarter view of the 2018 Ford Mustang Gray

Ford Announces New Mustang Convertible

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When is the 2018 Ford Mustang Convertible Being Released?

Anyone who has ever been fortunate enough to get behind the wheel of a Ford Mustang knows just how much fun it is to drive America’s favorite and best-selling sports car. And now that driving experience is about to get that much better. Why? Because you’re going to be able to put to top down as you cruise along in your new Mustang. Yes, you read that correctly. A new 2018 Ford Mustang Convertible is going on sale this fall at dealerships nationwide, including right here at Akins Ford near Atlanta, Georgia. But the ability to feel the wind in your hair as you open up your new Ford Mustang Convertible isn’t the only advanced new feature offered. To see what we mean, let’s take a closer look at all of the features coming with the 2018 Ford Mustang Convertible. Read the rest of this entry >>

2018 Ford Expedition Red driving on the road

2018 Ford Expedition Release Date and New Technology Features

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When is the 2018 Ford Expedition Being Released?

The all-new 2018 Ford Expedition has been unveiled and it promises to be the safest, smartest, most capable and most versatile full-size SUV ever built. Created with today’s active and diverse families in mind, the 2018 Expedition will include family-friendly features such as flexible seating and storage amenities. These include features such as second row tip-and-slide seating for easier access to the roomy third row. But when is its release date? And what are the new technology features that make it the smartest, most connected and most comfortable SUV on the market? Let’s take a closer look and find out. Read the rest of this entry >>

Side view of the 2017 Ford Explorer

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 >>

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

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 >>

Front-quarter view of the 2018 Ford Mustang Gray

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 >>

Front-quarter view of the 2018 Ford Mustang Gray

Ford Announces Electrified F-150, Mustang and Transit

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Is Ford Working on Any New Hybrid or Electric Vehicles?

If you look back on the history of the automotive industry, you’ll see a variety of phases that cars, trucks and SUVs have gone through. Most recently, a phase highlighting the importance of fuel efficiency, including the rise of the hybrid, has come to pass. And with the rise of the hybrid has come the rise of the fully-electric vehicle. No longer are electric vehicles tiny, impractical cars that have a better chance of leaving you stranded somewhere than they do getting you to your destination. Instead, they’re now viewed as the future of the industry. So much so, in fact, that Ford has announced numerous electrified vehicles it plans to introduce in the next five years, including hybrid versions of two of its most iconic vehicles – the F-150 and Mustang. Read the rest of this entry >>