You may have seen a Ford truck drive by with the characters, “FX4” emblazoned on the side. You may have wondered, “what’s the deal with that? Are they spelling out the first “four” and then just putting in a number for the last, so it comes out to something like ‘Four by 4’?” Well, that’s a good theory, but… not exactly. Read the rest of this entry
The Ford Safe & Smart package is available for multiple vehicles, including the 2019 Ford Explorer and 2019 Ford Escape. This cutting-edge technology is a taste of the powers of self-driving cars to come. The Ford Safe and Smart Package boasts exceptional driver-convenience features* including rain-sensing wipers, auto high-beam headlamps, a Lane-Keeping System that helps detect and alert you to vehicle drift, and adaptive cruise control augmented by forward collision warning with brake support. Read the rest of this entry
Ford’s F-150 line has long been renowned for its off-roading abilities; nothing else in its wheelhouse compares in this all-important truck category. For its 2019 model, Ford is offering seven variations on the F-150. The 2019 Ford F-150 Raptor is a variation that specializes specifically in off-roading. Let’s take a look at what Ford has outfitted this beast with this year in order to blow away its already-massive off-roading expectations. Read the rest of this entry
Whether driving on your daily commutes or traversing the country on a cross-country road trip, it’s easy to stay connected to your world with the wealth of advanced connectivity technologies that are offered for new Ford vehicles. This includes the inductive wireless charging pad, which enables you to conveniently power-up your smartphone while on the go. To learn how to use the inductive wireless charging pad, view here. Read the rest of this entry
Ford drivers who enjoy adding accessories to their vehicles, whether that be a muscle car or a truck, can find plenty of options straight from the Ford company, and those options are always expanding. Each year, the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas is a place where manufacturers bring their latest technology to show off, and Ford is no exception. This year in addition to showing off some great technology, three Ford vehicles earned top honors. You can learn more about the Ford SEMA 2018 winners and accessories below. Read the rest of this entry
Drivers looking for a midsize SUV have long been able to find their match in the competent and confident Ford Edge. While this crossover will not be getting a redesign for the new model year, it will be benefiting from improved mileage numbers thanks to a plethora of fuel saving technology including new all-wheel drive disconnect, active transmission warm-up, and a new eight-speed automoatic transmission. But what are the 2019 Ford Edge fuel economy numbers? And how does all-wheel drive disconnect work? Read the rest of this entry
Assistance technology in vehicles has come leaps and bounds in recent years, and one of the coolest new features for an off-roading aficionado is Ford Trail Control. This system acts like cruise control for off-roading, and will autonomously maintain a consistent speed without the driver needing to keep a foot on the gas pedal. But what Ford vehicles have Trail Control? The 2019 F-150 Raptor is the second model to be available with this practical off-roading feature. Read the rest of this entry
We are anticipating a fall release for the 2019 Ford F-150 Raptor, but now we have great news for drivers that long for the Raptor’s high-performance engine wrapped in elite luxury. One of the most mouth-watering of the 2019 Ford F-150 Limited new features will be the addition of the Raptor’s elite V-6 EcoBoost engine to the already cutting-edge technology advantages of this top trim. Read the rest of this entry
When it comes to your next pickup truck, there are a few things that you’re probably going to look for. Among them are driver assistance features that have the potential to help keep both you and your passengers safe. Thankfully, the 2019 Ford Ranger has plenty both standard and available. Let’s find out what they are. Read the rest of this entry
The connectivity that drivers can enjoy with Ford vehicles is ever expanding, from Wi-Fi hotspots becoming available on older models, to cutting-edge off-roading features on the 2019 Raptor. One feature that is going to help more drivers stay connected and informed is the Ford+Alexa collaboration. Using this feature, drivers will be able to enjoy all the functionality of Alexa from the comfort of their vehicles. What Ford models are compatible with Alexa? What voice commands are possible? Keep reading to find out. Read the rest of this entry