A Supercharged F-150 Wild Willies custom truck is a highly-optioned truck model with added packages and enhancements. Below, you can take a look at a list of features from our most recent Supercharged custom truck, as well as a walkaround video of another Supercharged Ford F-150 Wild Willies custom model from Akins Ford. Check out our custom builds in Winder, GA, after you read below.
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You may have seen the term Ford Pro Power Onboard. Customers ask me about this feature often, especially when they want a truck that can do more than tow, haul, and commute. As an employee in Winder, GA, at Akins Ford, I like to explain Pro Power Onboard as a built-in mobile power source.
Depending on the Ford model and configuration, this mobile power source can provide electrical power from the truck itself. That can make a big difference for work sites, campsites, tailgating, home projects, and other situations where an outlet is not nearby. So, what is Pro Power Onboard, and how does it work? Let me break it down.
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The Ford Explorer serves as an exceptional option for drivers who need a Ford mid-sized SUV with three rows of seating, robust towing capability, and versatile cargo capacity. Growing families in Georgia choose the Ford Explorer because this mid-sized SUV balances spacious interior comfort with confident performance for daily commuting across Metro Atlanta and weekend road trips.
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When a business needs to add vehicles, financing can feel like another job. At Akins Ford in Winder, GA, we know business owners already have plenty to manage. That is where Ford Pro FinSimple® can help.
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Georgia car buyers who ask, “What is the Ford UEV?”, learn that Ford builds next-generation electric vehicles using the Universal EV Platform (UEV), an advanced manufacturing system focused on extreme efficiency. The UEV platform utilizes large aluminum unicastings, a simplified 48-volt electrical setup, and optimized battery sizing to lower production costs, reduce vehicle weight, and deliver highly affordable electric trucks and SUVs.
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Financing a vehicle can feel complicated, especially for a first-time buyer. Understanding Ford Credit can make the process easier. Whether you’re buying your first car or replacing an existing vehicle, knowing your financing options can help you prepare. It can also help you understand your monthly payment, interest rate, and loan terms. Akins Ford of Winder is here to help Georgia drivers understand the basics before they finance their next Ford.
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Visiting climate-controlled museums and expansive water parks offers families the ultimate strategy for how to beat the heat in Atlanta in August. Drivers embarking from Akins Ford in Winder, GA can easily explore top-tier indoor and aquatic destinations across the metropolitan area. Interactive exhibits, giant screen movies, and splash zones keep children thoroughly entertained during high summer temperatures.
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What is the Ford Fathom? We’re excited to say that the Ford Fathom is an affordable all-electric pickup launching in 2027 with pre-orders opening in early 2027. Built on the Universal EV Platform, the Ford Fathom features a $28,350 starting MSRP, BlueCruise driver assistance, bidirectional power, and passenger volume exceeding a Toyota RAV4. Meanwhile, local truck buyers visiting Akins Ford in Winder, GA can compare upcoming electric choices alongside existing gas and hybrid pickups today.
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Vehicle owners learn how to maintain your vehicle after summer by scheduling a comprehensive post-road trip service checklist that evaluates critical components exposed to high temperatures and heavy towing strain. Furthermore, drivers visiting Akins Ford in Winder, GA ensure long-term reliability by inspecting vital fluids, checking tire treads, and testing brake performance right after summer highway travels wrap up.
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It’s easy to compare horsepower, towing capacity, and technology. However, choosing the right dealership is just as important as choosing the right vehicle. One way to identify an exceptional Ford dealership is by looking at the awards it has earned. Among the highest honors a dealership can receive is the Ford Triple Crown Award. At Akins Ford in Winder, GA, we’re proud to have earned the Ford Triple Crown Award seven consecutive years and 10 times over the past 11 award years. That level of consistency reflects our commitment to serving customers before, during, and long after the sale.
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