Side View of the Ford Autonomous Vehicle

Ford Takes Strides Toward Its First Autonomous Vehicle

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Right after flying cars, the autonomous vehicle is the top automotive dream of most science fiction fans (though car-based missiles like vehicles in action flicks like Bond films are close behind). While some car fan prefer the thrill of top power and handling at their finger tips, many commuters would be just as happy pushing a button and letting the car get them safely home. Well, Ford Motors has taken another step toward this dream with new autonomous vehicle testing on a tricked out Ford Fusion Hybrid. Read the rest of this entry >>

Front-quarter view of the 2016 Ram 1500

The 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6 makes Wards 10 Best Engines List!

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Power, cleanliness, and efficiency are the watch words for a successful engine, and we are more than pleased that the 3.0-litre EcoDiesel V6 that powers the 2016 Ram 1500 has been named one of Wards 10 Best Engines for the third year in a row. Not only is that the longest running success of any engine on the 2016 list, but is also shows how power is a priority in Ram engines. Read the rest of this entry >>

Ford Generic wallpaper

New Gorilla Glass Windshield Makes the Ford GT Lighter and Stronger

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Ford is always pushing the envelope on what its vehicles can achieve, and with new hybrid windshield technology, the next generation of Ford GT supercar promises to be lighter and more powerful than ever. New Cornering Gorilla Glass hybrid windshields with extremely strong and light construction change the center of gravity on the Ford GT for better handling. Read the rest of this entry >>

2017 Dodge Challenger Red

The Force (or Horsepower) is With These Dodge Cars!

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Star Wars themed Dodge muscle cars in LA

With Star Wars: The Force Awakens opening in theatres this weekend, it seems like everyone from Legos to restaurants are getting in on the Star Wars action. Not to be outdone, FCA issued three Dodge vehicles this last weekend in Los Angeles to build excitement for the upcoming films. Whether or not these Star Wars themed Dodge muscle cars in LA can tell us anything about the movie, they sure are fun to see. Read the rest of this entry >>

2016 Ford F-150 Red towing a boat

The F-150 Can Now Run on Compressed Natural Gas!

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The Ford Motor Company is always pushing the envelop on new technology that delivers on stronger, more efficient, and greener technology, and they have done it again! The 2016 Ford F-150 is now available outfitted to run on compressed natural gas! This is a huge step toward a world where our automobiles are no longer dependent on foreign fuels, and can run even more efficiently. Read the rest of this entry >>

2017 Super Duty Truck in a commercial site

2017 Super Duty Truck Bed Ready For Accessories

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We already broke the new how the 2017 Ford Super Duty is going to be going aluminum, just like the Ford F-150 did back in 2015. But you’ll be glad to know that even with new materials making the Super Duty lighter and more capable, Ford engineers are putting serious thought into making the 2017 Super Duty truck bed ready for accessories and more than capable to tackle any road.

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2016 Jeep Wrangler Red driving on the road

Why Not Buy Mopar for the Holidays?

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Are you stumped on what to get that special car enthusiast in your life? Here at Akins, we know that Dad can be hard to buy for some years, so here are a few Mopar Christmas gift ideas sure to brighten the life (and rev the engine) of any Dodge or Mopar enthusiast in your life. And don’t forget to check out the custom truck accessories that you can get right here at our own Wild Willies shop! Read the rest of this entry >>