What’s the most important part of your car? That’s a debate that could go on for ages. But we can all agree there are a few parts that stand above the rest, like your brakes. Without them, well, we don’t need to tell you what could happen. That means you need to keep on top of their maintenance. But it’s hard to know how to do that, so we came up with a guide on how to know when to replace your brakes. Read the rest of this entry
Ford has announced it is tripling its investment in developing new driver assistance safety features. These features will help you park, avoid collisions, steer around slow or stopped vehicles in emergency situations, avoid going the wrong way and stay in your lane. Ford has said it hopes to have all of these new driver-assist technologies implemented in all of their models within two years. So while we wait, let’s take a closer look at exactly what Ford is working on. Read the rest of this entry
It’s every driver’s worst fear. And sometimes it’s completely unavoidable no matter how careful you are. It’s the ever-dreaded fender-bender. As soon as it happens, emotions begin to run high. It can be hard to think clearly during such a traumatic experience. The best way to take control of the situation, and therefore making sure it doesn’t control you, is to be prepared. To help you out, we at Akins Ford put together a checklist of what to do if you’re in an accident. Read the rest of this entry
Not a lot is known about the 2018 Ford model lineup. But one thing is for sure – they are going to be some of the most technologically-advanced vehicles on the market. That may not come as a surprise to you, as Ford has always been known for staying on the front lines of technology by adding advanced new features each and every model year. But in this case we’re talking about something specific – the new Ford SNYC AppLink feature. Read the rest of this entry
Ford fans will already be familiar with the capabilities of the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor. This impressive truck starts with the high-performance version of Ford’s third-generation 3.5-liter V-6 engine and the tacks on a slew of off-road-oriented features. The truck was so impressive, Ford made a racing version of it. If you are looking for images of the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor race truck, take a look at this gallery.
Read the rest of this entry
The Ford EcoBoost lineup of engines is impressive. By turbocharging smaller engines, the company is able to provide impressive performance ratings without sacrificing performance. This allows Ford to produce some of the most fuel efficient compact cars currently on the market. The 2017 Ford Focus EcoBoost fuel economy ratings are a great example of how impressive this performance is. Read the rest of this entry
Towing capabilities are something most shoppers consider when looking to buy a new pickup truck. The 2017 Ford F-150 towing ratings are impressive, helping this truck fulfill the needs of just about any owner. So just how much can the 2017 Ford F-150 tow? Read the rest of this entry
Ford has been one of the companies at the forefront of the development of autonomous vehicles. The latest development in this pursuit of the self-driving car will be revealed at the North American Auto Show in January, but Ford has released a video that tells us a little more about this new car. So how was the autonomous Ford Fusion Hybrid developed? Watch the video to learn more about this revolutionary new car. Read the rest of this entry
The 2017 Ford Super Duty has not been on the roads for very long, but the truck has already made a habit of excelling far and beyond the competition. The 2017 Ford Super Duty new technology systems continue this trend of dominance. Five class-exclusive technologies have made their debut on the 2017 Ford Super Duty, continuing to set the truck apart from the competition. Read the rest of this entry
Ever since the 2017 Ford Focus RS was brought to North America, the hot hatchback has been an instant success. This success has received a significant amount of attention and recognitions. So has the 2017 Ford Focus RS engine won any awards? Read the rest of this entry
