Are you looking for something fun to do this Easter holiday? Well, look no further! We have a selection of fun, educational, and family-friendly happenings that will help you celebrate Easter (or just get out of the house to enjoy the support of the community. Keep reading for our Easter 2016 Activities near Atlanta GA. Read the rest of this entry
Every year brings new advances to the great Ford commercial vehicles we love, and the 2017 Ford Super Duty Chassis Cabs that are currently in production are no exception. Keep reading to learn more about the 2017 Ford Super Duty Chassis Cab capability, including enhanced horsepower, torque, and front gross axle weight rating. Read the rest of this entry
The Ford Transit is one of the best full-sized vans on the market, even when you pit it against heavy hitters like the Ram ProMaster, and it looks like it’s only going to be getting better. For 2017, this full-size van (and the Ford Transit Connect small commercial van) will be available with even more interior and feature options. Keep reading for the 2017 Ford Transit release date and updates on the upcoming features. Read the rest of this entry
March is Ford Truck Month, and here at Akins Ford, we are excited about the opportunities that we can offer for new and used truck buyers. Last year, we were the #1 Ford volume dealer in Georgia (and a top ranking dealer nationally) and we are currently offering serious deals and opportunities including $12,000 to $14,000 off the MSRP on most new Ford F-150s in our inventory, as well as plenty of research information. Celebrate Ford Truck Month with us and take advantage of these opportunities! Read the rest of this entry
Folks have a lot of good reasons to buy Ford trucks, whether it’s their affordable performance capability, or their sheer towing and hauling excellence, but now there is yet another reason, thanks to Kelley Blue Book. KBB gave four Fords the 5-year Cost to Own Award this year, which shows that they are estimated to have the lowest costs, long-term, in their class. Find out more about the winning advantages of the Focus ST, F-150, Explorer, and Mustang GT here. Read the rest of this entry
Whether you’re a fan of parades, or just love an excuse to wear green, St. Patrick’s Day can be a great excuse for quite a party. Check out this list of events coming up for March 17 (the actual day) and the weekends surrounding the actual day in Atlanta GA and the surrounding area. Read the rest of this entry
So, you’ve purchased a 2016 Ford Mustang GT350R. Maybe you’re in heaven, and maybe you’ve purchased one heck of a car and don’t know exactly what to do with it. Fortunately, the latest rumors are that Ford will be providing a complimentary Shelby GT350 Track Attack program to allow new 2016 Shelby GT350 or GT350R owners to get a feel for the power they have just purchased. Read the rest of this entry
One of the coolest things about being able to be at the Chicago Auto Show is getting to see specialty vehicles that don’t appear anywhere else. One of these is the F-150 Shelby by Tuscany. We were excited flat out by the use of the word “Shelby” which inevitably makes us think of the Ford Mustang Shelby GT350R performance car. When we learned about the basic and custom features of this truck we were not disappointed. Keep reading for information and images of the 2016 Ford F-150 Shelby Edition by Tuscany at the Chicago Auto Show. Read the rest of this entry
Most folks have spent at least a little time on a road with awful potholes. Most of us have taken our bumps and bruises and just hoped to get past the bad stretch quickly, but Ford is doing something different. With new pothole mitigation technology standard on the 2017 Ford Fusion V6 Sport (coming out later this year), sedan drivers will be able to enjoy a smooth ride no matter the road conditions. Read the rest of this entry
The very first Ford dealership in Winder GA was founded in 1924 only 21 years after Henry Ford starting manufacturing that very first Model A. That particular dealership passed through many hands and names before the Akins family took over in 1966. It has rested in those very capable hands ever since. Keep reading to learn more about the Akins Ford 50th Anniversary and history, as well as where you can expect our dealership to go in the future. Read the rest of this entry
