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
We’ve previously written about the wheelchair-friendly Explorer SUV, but now we have fresh pictures of this valuable vehicle straight from its real-life debut at the Chicago Auto Show. The new BraunAbility MXV is based on the 2016 Ford Explorer and will be the world’s first volume-production wheel-chair accessible SUV. Read the rest of this entry
When you think of a great hybrid vehicle, there may be several vehicles that pop to mind. But just today, the U.S News and World Report issued their annual list of Best Cars for the Money, and the 2016 Ford Fusion Hybrid took this award as the most affordable but capable vehicle for the Hybrid Car category. Read the rest of this entry
Trucks like the Ford F-150 regularly get specialized packages to allow drivers to customize their vehicles to their personal aesthetic and work needs, though options like the Lariat Special Edition Appearance Package. Now the Ford Explorer is going to get a specialty option of its own! Keep reading to check out the 2017 Ford Explorer XLT Sport Appearance Package release date and other great details of this newly enhanced SUV. Read the rest of this entry
Not one, not two, not three, but four, FOUR Ford GT supercars will be competing this year at the 2016 Le Mans 24 Hours. The Le Mans 24 Hours is grueling 24 test of efficiency, resilience, and speed. Vehicles may must not only be brilliant racing machines, but be able to handle divers driving environments (from racing tracks to closed-off public roads) without breakdowns. Fifty years ago in 1966, Ford took a sweeping victory on this intensive track. We can’t wait to see how they do this year. Read the rest of this entry
When a small (or large) business needs even more diversity than a Super Duty truck or a Transit van can provide, customers can check out the Ford Super Duty Chassis Cab. This versatile and thoroughly tested commercial vehicle allows drivers to outfit exactly the custom truck accessories that they need for the ideal work vehicle. Good news for Akins Ford customers near Atlanta GA is that the 2017 Ford Super Duty Chassis Cab in production now will benefit from new advances. Keep reading for how and when to expect this truck on the lot. Read the rest of this entry
Even if you are perfectly content with the features of your standard commuting vehicle, there’s something exciting about reading about the advanced off-road heavy-hitters that can handle pretty much any terrain. Which is why we keep coming back to the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor. What’s the latest news about this off-roading powerhouse of a truck? It’s off to the races. Read the rest of this entry
Every piece of every new Ford vehicle on the lot here at Akins Ford is the perfected result or months and maybe even years of stress testing and analysis to guarantee that our vehicles can handle whatever life throws at you. That includes the fabric and the interior design. Ford fabric stress testing means that your seats are scratch and stain resistant, and even hold on to that perfect new-car smell. Keep reading to find out more. Read the rest of this entry
Generally, the fun in a Ford (whether you’re in a Super Duty or a Mustang) comes from being behind the wheel of one of the most powerful and engaging driving machines on the market. But when that’s just not enough excitement for you, know that the Ford company and Akins’ Wild Willies have the accessories you want and need. One of the latest new features is a new back-seat package on the Ford Mustang Shelby GT350R. Read the rest of this entry
Have you every wondered what kind of stress goes into truck like the 2016 Ford Super Duty? These trucks can handle massive trailering and truckbed loads, and carry them over any terrain. They are put through some serious torture tests to make sure that they (and the new military-grade aluminum siding coming out on 2017 Super Duty models) deliver on the Built Ford Tough promise. Now Ford customers (and prospective customers) can experience first-hand what goes into making a Super Duty the most popular commercial truck in multiple industries, thanks to a serious of First We Own Work videos coming out next month.
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