side view of a red 2018 Ford F-150 Diesel

All-New Ford F-150 Diesel Engine Specially Designed to Easily Handle the Hot Atlanta Heat

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Extreme Temperatures Not a Problem for 2018 Ford F-150 Diesel

The Ford F-150 has been giving those who depend on their truck day in and day out all the power, capability, efficiency and dependability they need for over 40 years. But there’s long been one thing lovers of the F-150 lineup have been asking for, and that’s a diesel engine to put under their hood. Those people need wait no longer, however, as the all-new 2018 Ford F-150 lineup features a diesel engine option for the first time in the F-150’s long and illustrious history. And, as you can probably imagine, this isn’t just any old diesel engine Ford is throwing into the all-new F-150. Instead, this is an all-new diesel engine that has been specifically designed to up the power, capability and fuel efficiency of the 2018 F-150. It’s also been specially designed to easily handled our hot Atlanta heat, as extreme temperatures are not a problem for the 2018 Ford F-150 Diesel. In fact, it thrives in them. Read the rest of this entry >>

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When and Where is the 34th Annual Sweet Auburn Springfest in Atlanta GA?

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2018 Sweet Auburn Springfest Time and Location Details

As much as we love Atlanta, GA, any time of the year, the city truly shines once spring and summer hit. One of the main reasons for that is that Atlanta is home to so many fun, family-friendly festivals and events. There are so many incredible happenings taking place all around the city, in fact, that it can be hard to decide which festival you’re going to go to next. One festival that you’re going to want to make sure you don’t miss is the 34th Annual Sweet Auburn Springfest taking place over Mother’s Day weekend right here in Atlanta, GA. To ensure you know all you need to know about the festival, we’re going to go over all of the time and location details for the 2018 Sweet Auburn Springfest right here. Read the rest of this entry >>

close up of the Transit Connect logo on a blue 2019 Ford Transit Connect Wagon

What is the All-New Diesel Engine Option for the All-New Ford Transit Connect Wagon at Akins Ford near Atlanta GA?

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2019 Ford Transit Connect Wagon Lineup Engine Choices

Amidst all of the news regarding all of the all-new Ford models coming during the 2018 and 2019 model years, one such all-new model has flown somewhat under the radar – the all-new 2019 Ford Transit Connect Wagon. Primarily known as a commercial passenger wagon in the past, the all-new 2019 Transit Connect Wagon is set to be just as capable a family vehicle as it is a commercial vehicle. One of the ways it is making this transition is by offering a more fuel efficient diesel engine option. With that in mind, lets check out the engine choices of the 2019 Ford Transit Connect Wagon lineup. Read the rest of this entry >>

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What Engines Make Up the Engine Lineup for the All-New 2019 Ford Edge Lineup at Akins Ford near Atlanta GA?

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Horsepower & Torque Ratings for the 2019 Ford Edge Lineup

Our Akins Ford Blog has been full of new posts regarding the all-new 2019 Ford Edge lineup as we eagerly await its arrival sometime during the summer of 2018. But most of those posts have focused on specific all-new Edge trim levels – namely the 2019 Ford Edge ST and the 2019 Ford Edge Titanium Elite. This time around, however, we’re going to be looking at the all-new Edge lineup as a whole. More specifically, we’re going to check out the engines that make up the 2019 Edge’s engine lineup. So, without further ado, let’s check out the horsepower and torque ratings for the 2019 Ford Edge lineup. Read the rest of this entry >>

side view of a blue 2019 Ford Transit Connect Wagon

All-New 2019 Ford Transit Connect Wagon to Arrive at Akins Ford near Atlanta GA in the Fall of 2018

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Release Date for the 2019 Ford Transit Connect Wagon Lineup

Starting with the 2018 model year and continuing into the 2019 model year, Ford has quite the streak going when it comes to releasing all-new models. The 2018 model year saw the debut of the all-new Ford EcoSport lineup, an all-new Ford Expedition lineup and an all-new Ford Mustang lineup – just to name a few. That streak will continue into the 2019 model year with the release of an all-new Ford Edge lineup, an all-new Ford Escape lineup, an all-new Ford Fusion lineup and more. The 2019 model year will also see the release of an all-new Ford Transit Connect Wagon lineup. With that in mind, let’s check in on the release date for the 2019 Ford Transit Connect Wagon lineup while also checking out some of the all-new features that make the lineup perfectly suited for both commercial operations and everyday life. Read the rest of this entry >>

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When and Where are the Best Summer 2018 Music Festivals In and Around Atlanta, GA?

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Summer 2018 Music Festivals in Atlanta GA

There are a lot of things to love about living in and around Atlanta, GA. But one of the things we love most about living in and around Atlanta is the diverse music scene. From rock and roll to hip hop to jazz – and everything in between – Atlanta has it all and then some, with an incredible local music scene and the venues and events needed to bring in some of the biggest acts in the world. Because of that, it’s no surprise that Atlanta is home to some of the best music festivals around. With that in mind, here are three of the best music festivals taking place in Atlanta, GA, during the summer of 2018. Read the rest of this entry >>

front view of a silver 2019 Ford Edge Titanium Elite

What is the Release Date for the All-New Ford Edge Titanium Elite at Akins Ford near Atlanta GA?

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What is the All-New 2019 Ford Edge Titanium Elite?

If you’ve been paying any attention at all to our Akins Ford Blog recently, you know we’re incredibly excited about the all-new 2019 Ford Edge lineup. We also know everyone else who loves Ford SUVs – or SUVs in general – is incredibly excited about the all-new Edge lineup as well. That’s because the 2019 Edge lineup features not one, but two all-new trim levels, a slew of segment-first driver assistance features, and the most powerful V6 engine in its class – just to name a few of the all-new features and capabilities of the all-new Edge lineup. Now, since one of the all-new 2019 Edge trim levels – the 2019 Ford Edge ST – is the first Ford SUV modified by the Ford Performance Team, most 2019 Edge news is dominated by that model. But the all-new Edge lineup also features the all-new 2019 Ford Edge Titanium Elite. What exactly is the all-new 2019 Ford Edge Titanium Elite? Well, we’re going to answer that right here, while also checking in on its release date. Read the rest of this entry >>

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How Technologically-Advanced is the All-New Ford Ranger at Akins Ford near Atlanta GA?

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Advanced New Tech Systems Featured with the 2019 Ford Ranger

A lot has changed since Ford’s last foray into the midsize pickup truck class. Back then, all you needed to do was create a truck that was equal parts powerful and capable. Nowadays, your truck still needs to be powerful and capable, but it also needs to be efficient, safe, and packed to the brim with advanced new technology, comfort and convenience features. Ford has already been massively successful at doing just that with the 2018 Ford F-150 and the 2018 Ford Super Duty lineups, and now it’s looking to continue that success with the all-new 2019 Ford Ranger. That’s why we decided to check out some of the best advanced new tech systems featured with the 2019 Ford Ranger. Read the rest of this entry >>

side view of a silver 2019 Ford Edge Titanium

How Many Ford-First and Segment-First Safety and Driver Assistance Systems Does the All-New Ford Edge Lineup Feature?

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Listing the Segment-First Safety Systems of the 2019 Ford Edge Lineup

The all-new 2019 Ford Edge lineup boasts a wide array of firsts, including the first Ford SUV created by the Ford Performance Team (2019 Ford Edge ST). That right there is great news for those with a need for speed, but what about those looking some advanced new safety and driver assistance features? Well, that group will be pleased to hear that the 2019 Ford Edge lineup also features a comprehensive suite of segment-first (and first-for-Ford) safety systems, which we’re going to list right here. Read the rest of this entry >>

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When Festivals and Events are Coming Up in April and May around Atlanta GA?

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Spring 2018 Festivals and Events In and Around Atlanta GA

With spring in full swing and summer right around the corner, many people in and around Atlanta, GA, are beginning to plan the fun family adventures they’re going to embark on. And since we live in and around Atlanta, GA, there’s a ton of fun festivals and events for us to choose from. There are so many, in fact, that it can be hard to decide what all you want to do. With that in mind, here are three incredibly fun family-friendly spring 2018 festivals and events in and around Atlanta, GA. Read the rest of this entry >>