2018 Ford Shelby GT350 driving on the race track

Shelby GT350 and GT350R Mustangs Coming Back for 2018 Model Year

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Release Date for the 2018 Ford Shelby GT350 & GT350R Mustang

Mustang lovers rejoice because Ford announced the most track-capable, street legal Mustang ever built is coming back for the 2018 model year. Available this fall here at Akins Ford near Atlanta, GA, with three new exterior color options – Orange Fury, Kona Blue and Lead Foot Gray – the 2018 Shelby GT350 Mustang and the 2018 Shelby GT350R Mustang will also feature an available Electronics Package that includes the SYNC 3 voice-activated navigation and nine-speaker audio system. Another available package is the Convenience Package, which adds Miko suede inserts to the driver and passenger seats of the 2018 Shelby GT350 Mustang model. But now that we know 2018 model year versions are coming, we want to know when exactly they’ll arrive. So, let’s check out the release date for the 2018 Ford Shelby GT350 and GT350R Mustang. Read the rest of this entry >>

red 2018 Ford Explorer parked on a beach

Checking out the 2018 Ford Explorer’s New Technology and Safety Features

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Technology and Safety Features Included in the 2018 Ford Explorer

There’s a lot to love about the new 2018 Ford Explorer. The new Ford Explorer features the choice between three powerful and efficient engines and four new exterior colors, while also sporting redesigned front and rear styling details. What’s even better is the fact that it features an impressive suite of advanced new safety, technology, comfort and convenience features. That’s what we’re going to be taking a closer look at in this post, so let’s dive right in and check out the new technology and safety features included in the 2018 Ford Explorer. Read the rest of this entry >>

Rear view of the 2018 Ford Mustang

How to Know Which of the Two 2018 Mustang Engines is Right for You

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Taking a Closer Look at the Two 2018 Ford Mustang Engines

There are a lot of exciting and impressive updates and upgrades to talk about when it comes to the latest version of the world’s best-selling sports coupe, and that makes us very happy here at Akins Ford near Atlanta, GA. But, at the same time, some things are staying the same, such as your ability to choose between two powerful and efficient engines when picking out your new Ford Mustang. So, not only is the 2018 Ford Mustang the most advanced Mustang ever created thanks to a comprehensive suite of advanced new safety, technology, comfort and convenience features, including new shock absorbers, a new cross-axis joint in the rear suspension and innovative new stabilizer bars, you get to choose which engine is put under the hood. But how do you know which of the two engines is right for you? You find out taking a closer look at the two 2018 Ford Mustang engines. Read the rest of this entry >>

blue 2019 Ford Explorer model in front of a covered 2019 Ford Explorer ST

When Will the 2018 Ford Explorer Arrive at Akins Ford near Atlanta?

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2018 Ford Explorer Release Date and Engine Options

Ford has released information the new 2018 Explorer and, wow, does it have us here at Akins Ford near Atlanta, GA, excited. Updates for the 2018 Ford Explorer include new front and rear stylings complete with a new grille. The new Ford Explorer will also feature a comprehensive suite of advanced new safety, technology, comfort and convenience features, such as an available embedded modem featuring a Wi-Fi hotspot capable of supporting as many as 10 devices at once up to 50 feet away from the new Explorer. You’ll also be able to customize your new Ford Explorer more than ever before since it offers the choice between three engines, along with more exterior colors than ever before and much more. But for right now, we want to check out the 2018 Ford Explorer’s release date and engine options. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Stone Mountain Park Offering Big Discounts for Active and Retired Military Personnel for Memorial Day Weekend

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Celebrate Memorial Day 2017 at Stone Mountain Park near Atlanta GA

Memorial Day is a time to remember and honor all those who have given their lives in service to our great country, while also thanking all active and retired military personnel who are still with us and fighting the good fight in the name of the United States. And what better way to do that than to make sure all of them can easily enjoy a weekend of family fun in their honor? That’s why all active and retired military personnel are going to want to celebrate Memorial Day 2017 at Stone Mountain Park near Atlanta, GA. With free tickets and discounts available over the entire Memorial Day weekend, Stone Mountain Park is working to make sure all of our American Heroes get a fun weekend with their friends and family. Read the rest of this entry >>

Military man holding the USA Flag

Akins Ford Offering Extra Incentive for Military Members and First Responders

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Akins Ford Offers Additional $1000 Incentive on All New Ford Models

Akins Ford near Atlanta, Georgia, is making the month of May even more special for military members and first responders thanks to an additional $1,000 incentive offered on all new Ford models throughout the entire month. Yes, you read that correctly, if you’re a member of our military or a first responder in your community, you can receive an additional $1,000 incentive during the entire month of May on any new Ford car, truck or SUV. The end of May may be the home of Memorial Day, but at Akins Ford, the entire month will be used to celebrate those who give so much to the rest of us. Read the rest of this entry >>

Woman cleaning car's dashboard

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 >>

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

Has the 2017 Ford F-150 Won Any “Green” Awards?

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2017 Ford F-150 Earns Spot on ACEEE Greener Choices List

The 2017 Ford F-150 is the only full-size truck to earn a spot on the 2017 Greener Choices List by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE). Joining other impressively fuel efficient vehicles like the 2017 Ford C-Max Hybrid, the new Ford F-150 and its 19 miles per gallon in the city and 24 miles per gallon on the highway earned a “Green Score” high enough to break the barrier of the 2017 Greener Choices List and show the world that full-size pickup trucks can be just as fuel efficient as they are powerful, rugged and dependable – at least when they’re made by Ford. Read the rest of this entry >>

wide angle view of the global 2018 Ford Focus lineup

What’s the New Exterior Color and Driving Range for the 2018 Ford Focus Electric?

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2018 Ford Focus Electric Driving Range and New Exterior Color

Ford has unveiled the new 2018 Focus Electric, and it’s giving “going green” a whole new meaning. That’s because when we say new, we mean it – the 2018 Ford Focus Electric features an all-new Outrageous Green Metallic exterior color option as well as an all-new fully optimized driving range. What that means for you is that the new Ford Focus Electric will be more stylish and sporty than ever before with a driving range that blows away the 2017 model year version. Are you intrigued? We thought you would be, so let’s take a closer look at the 2018 Ford Focus Electric’s driving range and new exterior color option. Read the rest of this entry >>

2018 Ford EcoSport Blue driving on the road

2018 Ford EcoSport Honeycomb Storage Features

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New Cargo and Storage Features in the 2018 Ford EcoSport

The all-new 2018 Ford EcoSport is coming to the United States, and that has a lot of people excited. Due to hit lots like ours here at Akins Ford near Atlanta, Georgia, in 2018, the new EcoSport is Ford’s smallest SUV. But don’t let its size fool you. The all-new EcoSport has the biggest personality of any Ford car, truck or SUV, thanks in part to its choice between two powerful and efficient engines. It also has all the cargo and storage space you could ever need due to its innovative and bee-inspired honeycomb cargo shelf. What is this bee-inspired storage system? Let’s find out by taking a closer look at the new cargo and storage features in the 2018 Ford EcoSport. Read the rest of this entry >>