Ford Bliss with Trailer Coverage

Guide to using BLIS® with Trailer Coverage and Cross-Traffic Alert

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How to use Ford BLIS® with Trailer Coverage?

Every new Ford vehicle comes equipped with the Ford Co-Pilot 360 ™ which provides the driver a bunch of safety assist features. One of them is the BLIS® or the Blind Spot Information System. But how exactly does BLIS ® work? What is BLIS ® with Cross-Traffic alert and how to use it? How to use BLIS ® with trailer coverage? Read this blog by Akins Ford, Winder, Georgia to learn everything you need to know about the Ford BLIS ® safety assist feature.

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2022 Ford Maverick front-quarter view

Innovative and Versatile Flexbed of the 2022 Ford Maverick

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What is the 2022 Ford Maverick Flexbed and What Does It Do?

A cargo box with multi-functionality? Unbelievable! Yet be prepared to be dazzled. The Flexbed offered by the 2022 Ford Maverick is a dream come true moment for many a DIYers. Ford has revolutionized the pickup truck with developmental changes to its structure which took over a year and a half to configure and set right. The Flexbed is designed to make maximum use of the cargo space and can hold up to a weight of 1,500 pounds. The Flexbed also comes with the option to expand up to 6 feet from its initial 4.5 feet standing. Let us have a look at the 2022 Ford Maverick Flexbed and what it does.

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2022 Ford Maverick driving on the road

2022 Ford Maverick Fuel Economy and Driving Range

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What is the 2022 Ford Maverick Fuel Efficiency?

The all-new 2022 Ford Maverick is a versatile Hybrid pickup truck with great fuel economy and driving range. This Ford is one of the most fuel-efficient trucks in the US market. According to Ford, with an estimated EPA rating of around 40 mpg in the city, the Maverick is the first standard full-hybrid truck in America. The Maverick is relied upon to acquire up to 37 mpg consolidated, as indicated by Ford Motor Company. The Akins Ford, located at 220 West May St. Winder, GA, brings this fantastic truck near you. 

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2022 Ford Maverick truck near a lake

New 2022 Ford Maverick Debuts with Optional Intelligent AWD on EcoBoost® Models

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Will the 2022 Ford Maverick Offer 4WD or AWD?

Our early look at the new 2022 Maverick proves that Ford Motor Company is not afraid of straying from convention. Unlike most Ford trucks, there will be no 4×4 version of the 2022 Ford Maverick. Instead, an optional Intelligent All-Wheel Drive system is available for those who want it. However, there is a caveat. Here, we look closer at how to get Intelligent AWD on the 2022 Ford Maverick, including compatible models.

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2022 Ford Maverick trucks with city background

View All 11 Paint Colors Available on the All-New 2022 Ford Maverick

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Images of the 2022 Ford Maverick Exterior Colors

The 2022 Ford Maverick is slated to arrive at U.S. dealerships this fall, and its small, boxy demeanor breaks ground for a new era of more commuter-friendly trucks. The new hybrid compact pickup is also notably plumper in appearance compared to other Ford trucks. If the F-150 earns the title for popularity, we might list the Maverick under “most likely to leave an impression”. So far, Ford Motor Company has revealed 11 exterior color options for the 2022 Ford Maverick. Join Akins Ford in Winder, GA, as we explore the 2022 Ford Maverick exterior colors!

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2021 Ford Explorer off-roading

How Much Ground Clearance Does the Explorer Timberline Have?

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2021 Ford Explorer Timberline Ground Clearance, Approach Angle, and Departure Angle

Studies have shown that pandemic season has brought U.S. families closer to the great outdoors. The new Explorer Timberline model is Ford Motor Company’s response to that trend. In this guide, we review the ground clearance, approach angle, and departure angle measurements that make the new 2021 Ford Explorer Timberline a great choice for those looking to explore more this year.

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2021 Ford F-150 Lightning

How Much Range Does the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Get?

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2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Driving Range and Charging Time

The new 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning is shaping up to become the most affordable electric truck of the year, but the EV market, in its infancy, is all about range. This guide covers how much range Ford Motor Company says the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning will get when it arrives here in the Atlanta area this fall. Keep reading for the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning driving range and charging time specs and analysis.

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2021 Ford F-150 Lightning driving at night

How Much Can the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Tow?

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2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Towing and Payload Capacities

The 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning has been revealed, and Ford Motor Company is calling it the smartest, most innovative truck that it has ever built. This guide looks at the Towing Capacity of the F-150 Lightning, as well as some other related features in this amazing full-size EV pickup truck.

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2021 Ford Explorer in a parking lot

Standard and Available Co-Pilot360™ Features in the 2021 Ford Explorer

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What Safety Features Does the 2021 Ford Explorer Include?

If you own a current-generation Ford Explorer, your SUV already comes equipped with a bundle of confidence-enhancing features designed to bring ease to the commute and actively mitigate potential collisions. In this guide, we review what Co-Pilot360™ safety features are standard and available on the 2021 Ford Explorer lineup here at Akins Ford.

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Pro power board on the 2021 Ford F-150

How to Get the Pro Power Onboard™ Generator on the All-New F-150

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Which Ford F-150 Has the Onboard Generator?

The new Pro Power Onboard™ mobile generator on the all-new 2021 Ford F-150 offers the best usable power on demand in the class. Whether you’re looking to power a whole fleet of hammer drills and jigsaws or just need to keep the hotdog water warm through tailgating season, available 2.0kW, 2.4kW, and 7.2kW systems let you choose exactly the amount of power you need. In this guide, we review which Ford F-150 trucks have the new onboard generator so you know exactly what to look for when you visit us here at Akins Ford this summer.

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