Should I Choose Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive?

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Comparing Front-Wheel Drive and All-Wheel Drive

Sometimes people are surprised by all the decisions they have to make when picking out a new Ford car, truck or SUV. Sure, they’re ready to decide which color they want their new Ford to be, or whether they want a more powerful model as opposed to a more fuel efficient one. But there are other decisions people sometimes aren’t ready to make. One of those decisions is whether they want front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. With that in mind, we decided to compare front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive so that you know exactly what you want the next time you step on our Akins Ford lot near Atlanta, GA. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Are You a Recent College Graduate? Then You’re Going to Need One of These New Ford Models

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Here are the Best New Ford Models for a College Grad

This is a post for all of you recent college graduates out there around Atlanta, GA. First of all, congratulations. You just achieved something very special and very important. You’re about to embark out into the real world for the first time. And that means you’re going to need a real car to get you to and from work, to and from appointments, and to and from all of the other aspects of your new school-free life. With that in mind, here are the best new Ford models for a college grad. These cars will help you save money, have fun and, most important of all, keep you safe while going to and from your new life adventures. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Holy Labor Day Fun, Batman: Celebrating Labor Day with Hot Air Balloons and Comics in Atlanta GA

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Two Awesome Labor Day 2017 Events in Atlanta GA

It’s time to come out of the Batcave and into the light as we get ready to celebrate the end of summer with some of the best Labor Day activities this side of the Mississippi. In fact, we’re excited for two awesome Labor Day 2017 events here in Atlanta, GA, in particular – the 19th annual Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival and the 2017 Dragon Con. Find all you need to know about both events below. Read the rest of this entry >>

Front view of the 2017 Ford Focus Yellow

What Color Will You Choose for Your 2017 Ford Focus?

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Gallery of 2017 Ford Focus Exterior Color Choices

One of the most exciting decisions you make when picking out a new car, truck, or SUV is deciding which exterior color you will choose. It’s especially exciting picking out the exterior color of your new 2017 Ford Focus since it comes with the choice between 10 exterior colors. That’s a lot to choose from, so to help you out, we put together this gallery of 2017 Ford Focus exterior color choices.

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How is the 2018 Ford F-150 Different than the 2017 Ford F-150?

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2017 Ford F-150 vs 2018 Ford F-150 Model Comparison

This is the time of year pickup truck enthusiasts look forward to the most. That’s because this is the time of year when the anticipation for the latest Ford F-150 reaches its peak. Everyone here at Akins Ford near Atlanta, GA, is incredibly excited about the impending arrival of the 2018 Ford F-150, and we know you are, too. That’s why we decided to put together this 2017 Ford F-150 versus 2018 Ford F-150 model comparison – so you can see all the ways the new F-150 is different from the previous model year. Read the rest of this entry >>

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What are the 2017 Ford F-150’s Maximum Towing and Hauling Ratings?

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Max Towing and Hauling Capabilities of the 2017 Ford F-150

Anyone who depends on their pickup truck daily knows they need one that can handle any and all jobs put in front of it. More specifically, they need a pickup truck known for its dependability, reliability, capability, and power. In other words, they need the 2017 Ford F-150. The new Ford F-150 turns “Built Ford Tough” from a catchphrase into a promise. Honestly, it’s that reliability, ruggedness, and capability that has made the Ford F-150 one of the most dependent pickup trucks out there. But anyone shopping for a new pickup truck needs more than just words. They need to know exactly what their truck can do. That’s why we decided to check out the maximum towing and hauling capabilities of the 2017 Ford F-150. Once you see everything it is capable of, you’ll know the 2017 F-150 is the right choice. Read the rest of this entry >>

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How Technologically-Advanced is the 2018 Ford EcoSport?

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New Technology Features for the 2018 Ford EcoSport

The all-new 2018 Ford EcoSport makes its American debut sometime in early 2018, and that’s got us all very excited here at Akins Ford near Atlanta, GA. And that excitement has caused us to learn all we can about this efficient, powerful and fun-to-drive compact SUV before it makes its grand debut. We’ve already covered the new Ford EcoSport pretty extensively here on our Akins Ford Blog, but we’ve still got more to discuss, such as the new technology features for the 2018 Ford EcoSport. This should be a fun topic to discuss, since the new EcoSport is one of the most technologically-advanced compact SUVs of all time. Read the rest of this entry >>

Side view of the 2018 Ford EcoSport Blue

Ford EcoBoost Engine Named International Engine of the Year

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Ford’s 1.0-Liter EcoBoost Engine Named the Best Engine in the World

Ford has received some great news recently. First, they found out they jumped up to second place in the 2017 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study. And now, they found out their 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine has once again been named the best engine in the world. Yes, we mean that literally and without hyperbole. The Ford EcoBoost engine was once again named the International Engine of the Year, marking the sixth year in a row the engine has earned the honor. That means for the last six years, there’s been no better engine. So, what makes Ford’s 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine so impressive? Well, let’s take a closer look and find out. Read the rest of this entry >>

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All 2018 Ford Mustang Trims to Include Exciting Electronic Line-Lock Feature

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2018 Ford Mustang Models Get Electronic Line-Lock

Everyone who owns a Ford Mustang GT model equipped with a V8 engine knows how exciting and impressive its electronic line-lock feature is. Anyone who owns any other Mustang model doesn’t. But now the news has broken that all 2018 Ford Mustang models will get electronic line-lock no matter which engine or trim level is chosen. That means you can choose that V8 engine we already mentioned, the 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine, the 10-speed SelectShift automatic transmission or the six-speed manual transmission and still get to enjoy everything this incredibly fun track-focused feature has to offer. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Where Can I Take My Kids on a Rainy Summer Day in Atlanta GA?

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Top 3 Indoor Kids’ Activities in Atlanta GA

Here in Atlanta, GA, we’re blessed with some amazing summer weather. Actually, we’re blessed with some pretty amazing weather all year long. But even with the sun shining as much as it does, there are still some days when the weather simply won’t cooperate. That’s no fun any time of the year, but it’s especially troublesome during the summer when our kids just want to get outside and play. So, what should we do on those rainy days? Well, we’ve got a few ideas for you in this list of the top three indoor kids’ activities in Atlanta, GA. Read the rest of this entry >>