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What Is the Ford Triple Crown Award for Dealerships?

Ford Dealerships in Georgia with the Ford Triple Crown Award 

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. 



What Is the Ford Triple Crown Award? 

The Triple Crown Award is one of the manufacturer’s highest dealership honors. It recognizes Ford dealerships that demonstrate excellence in multiple areas of their business during the same year. To earn the Triple Crown Award, a dealership must achieve distinction in three important categories: 

  • Outstanding customer satisfaction through the Ford President’s Award 
  • Exceptional dealership sales performance through Ford’s top volume recognition programs 
  • Excellence in vehicle protection, parts, or service performance through Premier Club recognition 

Very few Ford dealerships earn all three distinctions in a single year. Receiving the Triple Crown Award demonstrates a dealership’s ability to deliver an outstanding ownership experience from sales to service. 


Why Does the Ford Triple Crown Award Matter? 

Buying a vehicle is a significant investment. While every Ford dealership sells quality vehicles, not every dealership delivers the same customer experience. A Ford Triple Crown dealership has demonstrated excellence in areas that matter most to buyers, including: 

  • Professional and knowledgeable sales staff 
  • High customer satisfaction scores 
  • Outstanding service after the sale 
  • Strong parts and maintenance support 
  • Consistent operational excellence 
  • High sales performance backed by customer trust 

These qualities help provide confidence whether you’re purchasing your first Ford or adding another vehicle to your driveway. 


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President’s Award Winner for seven years in a row (11 out of 12 years total).

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Top 50 FBA Dealer for eight years in a row.

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Ford Elite Award Winner for eleven years in a row.

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Ford Partners in Quality for five years in a row.


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Seven Straight Triple Crown Awards 

Consistency is what makes this achievement especially meaningful. Akins Ford has earned the Ford Triple Crown Award seven years in a row, while also receiving the award 10 out of the previous 11 award years. That sustained success reflects a long-term commitment to customer service rather than a single exceptional year. 

Whether you’re shopping for an F-150, Super Duty, Bronco, Explorer, Mustang, Maverick, Expedition, Ranger, or Transit, our team works to provide the same high level of service every day. 


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More Than an Award-Winning Ford Dealership 

The Triple Crown Award is only one part of what makes Akins Ford a destination for Ford shoppers throughout Georgia and beyond. 

Customers visit our dealership because we offer: 

  • One of the nation’s largest selections of new Ford vehicles 
  • A wide inventory of used and Ford Blue Advantage Certified vehicles 
  • Competitive financing and lease options 
  • Factory-trained Ford service technicians 
  • Genuine Ford and Motorcraft® parts 
  • Commercial truck and fleet expertise 
  • Convenient online shopping tools 
  • A customer-focused buying experience 

Our goal is to make every step of the ownership experience simple, transparent, and enjoyable. 


How Can You Tell If a Ford Dealership Is Reputable? 

If you’re comparing Ford dealerships, consider these factors before making your decision: 

Manufacturer Awards 

Awards like the Triple Crown Award recognize dealerships that consistently perform at a high level. 

Customer Reviews 

Read verified customer reviews to learn about real buying and service experiences. 

Inventory Selection 

A larger inventory gives you more choices for trims, colors, and equipment without waiting for a factory order. 

Certified Service Department 

Factory-trained technicians using genuine Ford parts help protect your vehicle’s long-term reliability. 

Years of Experience 

Dealerships with a long history of serving their communities often build lasting customer relationships through consistent service. 


Why Shop at Akins Ford in Winder, GA? 

For many drivers throughout Georgia, choosing a dealership comes down to trust. At Akins Ford, we strive to earn that trust every day through knowledgeable staff, transparent pricing, exceptional customer care, and one of the largest Ford inventories in the country. Our seven consecutive Ford Triple Crown Awards and 10 awards over the previous 11 years demonstrate that commitment. 

We invite you to visit Akins Ford in Winder, GA, explore our inventory online, schedule a test drive, or speak with one of our Ford specialists. We’d be honored to show you why so many drivers choose our award-winning dealership. 


Frequently Asked Questions About Ford Awards 

What is the Ford Triple Crown Award? 

The Ford Triple Crown Award is one of the brand’s highest dealership honors. It recognizes dealerships that excel in customer satisfaction, sales performance, and service or parts excellence during the same award year. 

How difficult is it to earn the Ford Triple Crown Award? 

Only a small percentage of Ford dealerships earn the Triple Crown Award because it requires outstanding performance across multiple areas of the business rather than success in just one category. 

How many Ford Triple Crown Awards has Akins Ford earned? 

Akins Ford has earned the Ford Triple Crown Award 10 times over the previous 11 award years, including seven consecutive years. 

Why should dealership awards matter when buying a Ford? 

Manufacturer awards can provide confidence that a dealership consistently delivers excellent customer service, knowledgeable staff, and quality service. 

Does a Ford Triple Crown dealership offer the same vehicles as other Ford dealers? 

Yes. Triple Crown dealerships sell the same Ford models, but the award recognizes a higher standard of customer satisfaction, dealership performance, and service excellence. 



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