{"id":22007,"date":"2025-06-24T15:37:14","date_gmt":"2025-06-24T15:37:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tt-blogs.dealerfire.com\/akinsford\/?p=22007"},"modified":"2025-07-02T12:41:21","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T12:41:21","slug":"are-ford-ecoboost-engines-good-and-reliable","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.akinsford.com\/blog\/are-ford-ecoboost-engines-good-and-reliable\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Ford EcoBoost Engines Good and Reliable?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:279,&quot;335559991&quot;:0}\">Ford EcoBoost Engine Reliability and Lifespan&nbsp;<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At Akins Ford, located in Winder, Georgia, we often hear one important question from customers shopping for trucks, SUVs, and performance vehicles: Are <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.akinsford.com\/blog\/what-are-ford-ecoboost-engines\/\">Ford EcoBoost<\/a> <\/strong>engines good and reliable? This blog will help answer that while also exploring the lifespan, reliability, and specific performance of the most popular EcoBoost engines, like the 2.7L and 3.5L variants. Whether you&#8217;re interested in a Ford F-150, Explorer, Bronco, or Mustang, this guide will give you the insight you need.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/www.akinsford.com\/new-vehicles-winder-ga\"><strong>View our inventory<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/www.akinsford.com\/contact-akins-ford-in-winder-ga\"><strong>Contact us<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Are Ford EcoBoost Engines Reliable?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Yes, Ford EcoBoost engines are generally reliable, especially when properly maintained. Introduced in 2009, the EcoBoost lineup was designed to deliver more power and better fuel efficiency through turbocharging and direct injection. Since then, Ford has refined these engines with several updates to improve durability, heat management, and performance under pressure.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Here\u2019s why drivers trust EcoBoost:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Strong torque at low RPMs<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, ideal for towing and acceleration<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fuel savings<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> compared to traditional V8 engines<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Advanced engine management systems<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> to prevent knocking and overheating<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Proven performance in millions of vehicles worldwide<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Most EcoBoost engines today are rated to last well over 150,000 to 200,000 miles with standard maintenance like oil changes and timely service intervals. Ford has addressed earlier concerns from the first generation by improving internal components, cooling systems, and timing chain reliability.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/www.akinsford.com\/blog\/how-the-coyote-engine-howled-its-way-into-ford-history\/\">A brief history of the Coyote engine<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Popular Ford EcoBoost Engines: Reliability and Performance<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2.7L EcoBoost V6 Engine<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The 2.7L EcoBoost is widely praised for balancing power and efficiency. It is found in models like the F-150, Edge ST, and Bronco.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Key Specs &amp; Features:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Optimized design <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">for strength and weight reduction<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Excellent fuel economy<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> for efficient driving<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Known for longevity,<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> with many trucks crossing 200,000+ miles<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Common Praise:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Smooth acceleration, strong towing capacity (up to 9,000 lbs in F-150), and good fuel savings.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reliability Tip:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Use synthetic oil and avoid extended idling to reduce carbon buildup on valves.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4><span data-contrast=\"auto\">3.5L EcoBoost V6 Engine<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The 3.5L EcoBoost is a workhorse engine used in the F-150 and Expedition.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Key Specs &amp; Features:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Dual fuel injection<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> on newer models (port and direct)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Proven towing capacity<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> for heavy-duty jobs<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Updated design<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> in newer versions<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Common Praise:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Raw power, reliable under heavy loads, high-end towing without needing a V8.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"395\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2024\/05\/20052234\/Engine-Oil-Change-A5_b-1024x395.jpg\" alt=\"a technician pouring engine oil\" class=\"wp-image-20177 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2024\/05\/20052234\/Engine-Oil-Change-A5_b-1024x395.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2024\/05\/20052234\/Engine-Oil-Change-A5_b-300x116.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2024\/05\/20052234\/Engine-Oil-Change-A5_b-768x296.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/678\/2024\/05\/20052234\/Engine-Oil-Change-A5_b.jpg 1038w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\"><strong>Reliability Tip:<\/strong> Stick to the OEM&#8217;s recommended service schedule and change oil every 5,000\u20137,500 miles.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Common EcoBoost Reliability Questions<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Do EcoBoost engines have problems?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Early models had issues, but newer versions (2017+) have addressed these with improved engineering.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Can EcoBoost engines handle towing?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Absolutely. Both the 2.7L and 3.5L EcoBoost engines outperform many naturally aspirated V8s in torque and towing, especially when paired with 10-speed transmissions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How long do EcoBoost engines last?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">With routine maintenance, you can expect most EcoBoost engines to last 200,000 miles or more, especially newer variants with dual fuel injection and stronger internals.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Why Choose an EcoBoost Ford Vehicle from Akins Ford?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At Akins Ford in Winder, GA, we offer a wide selection of new and used Ford EcoBoost-equipped vehicles, including F-150, Explorer, Mustang, and Bronco models. Our expert service technicians are trained to maintain and repair EcoBoost engines to Ford factory standards, ensuring long-lasting performance.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Shop confidently<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> knowing:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We offer <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">full vehicle history reports<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Our service department can handle all <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">EcoBoost-specific maintenance<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We\u2019re one of <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Georgia\u2019s top Ford truck dealers<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/www.akinsford.com\/blog\/the-ultimate-guide-to-keep-your-engine-cool-and-prevent-overheating\/\">How to prevent engine overheating<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Explore Ford EcoBoost Models Today at Akins Ford<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Whether you&#8217;re shopping for a fuel-efficient commuter, a hard-working truck, or a performance SUV, Ford EcoBoost engines provide the power and reliability modern drivers need. 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