2017 Ford Escape

The new 2017 Ford Escape offers great performance and features

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2017 Ford Escape specs and features

For a popular segment like the compact SUV, a vehicle has to excel in nearly every category in order to stand up to its stiff competition. Well, that’s exactly what you’ll find with the 2017 Ford Escape, which offers a wide range of great specs and features that help it hold its position at the top of its segment. With a selection of engine options, interior features and impressive fuel economy, it’s no wonder that the Ford Escape continues to out-perform the competition in nearly every category.

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couple kayaking in a lake

Enjoy the beauty of Minnesota this spring and summer

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Places to camp in Minnesota

Spring is in full swing, and summer is right around the corner, believe it or not! As Minnesotans, we are fortunate to live in an area with endless beauty and landscapes which invite the outdoor enthusiast to enjoy just about any activity that comes to mind. Hiking, fishing, and good old fashioned sightseeing are among the outdoor options for us around here. Now that the weather is turning around for the better, we thought it might be fun to share a few places to camp in Minnesota which may be of interest. Read the rest of this entry >>

2017 Ford Taurus

Houston Ford has great deals on new and used autos!

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Affordable used cars in Pine River MN

Houston Ford is proud to sell a plethora of vehicles from our favorite brand, including one of the most popular pickup trucks in history, the Ford F-150. But that’s not all we do. Did you know we also have a great selection of pre-owned automobiles? Our new car brand is Ford, but we have all kinds of different automakers represented on our used car lot. You don’t have to be rich to own a Ford, and you certainly don’t need to break the bank on any of our used models, either. Keep reading for more information about affordable used cars in Pine River MN.

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2017 Ford Fusion at night

Watch the Fusion drive itself in complete darkness

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Self-driving Ford Fusion at night

Autonomous cars are no longer limited to the imaginations of science fiction writers or blockbuster movie directors. This technology is the way of the future. Ford continues to push the envelope when it comes to self-driving cars. Recently, the automaker began testing out the self-driving Ford Fusion in wintry conditions, and now the innovators at Ford are testing out the self-driving Ford Fusion at night. Keep reading for more details and a demonstration video! Read the rest of this entry >>

2017 Ford Fusion

Stop-and-go technology featured in the new Fusion

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2017 Ford Fusion adaptive cruise control system

You probably know the feeling. Maybe you are driving home after a long day at work and just want to kick back in your recliner and unwind. Or perhaps you are taking the family on a cross-country trip. Either way, you probably dread looking at the road ahead and seeing nothing but stopped cars, stretching out for miles and miles. Occasionally it is because of a mishap, but quite often it is simply due to the vast amount of people who are taking the same route as you. This can make for a frustrating situation, especially if you had the cruise control all set up and were cruising down the highway belting out your favorite tunes. Ford has developed a way to ease some of that frustration with the 2017 Ford Fusion adaptive cruise control system.

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2017 Ford F-150

Does the new F-150 look good in Ruby Red?

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2016 Ford F-150 color options

The Ford F-150 is the automaker’s most popular pickup truck, and it remains one of the most popular trucks in the United States. The 2016 F-150 is keeping the momentum going, pushing the boundaries and redefining what a pickup truck can do. Its power and innovation have earned it accolades left and right, including from the IIHS, who named the 2016 F-150 a Top Safety Pick. We know it is more than capable of tackling a lot of difficult tasks and making your job easier as its driver, but what are the 2016 Ford F-150 color options so you know it can look good in the process? Read the rest of this entry >>

2016 Ford F-150

Kelley Blue Book names Ford Best Overall Truck Brand

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Ford trucks for sale near Brainerd and Pine River MN

Ford is America’s truck leader, which makes sense given the brand’s penchant for innovation and commitment to quality. Ford trucks are built with strong materials that don’t weigh them down, leaving them nimble enough to properly live up to customer demands. Durability and versatility are key characteristics of Ford trucks, and praise has been heaped onto the automaker for years as a result. That tradition of praise continues now that Kelley Blue Book has named Ford the Best Overall Truck Brand. We thought we’d use this recognition as a chance to highlight some of the Ford trucks for sale near Brainerd and Pine River MN. Read the rest of this entry >>

2017 F-Series Super Duty

Ford Super Duty trucks getting a technology upgrade for 2017

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Reverse Trailer Guidance for Ford Super Duty pickups

Ford is one of the most successful auto manufacturers in the world, and one of the reasons for this continued success is constant innovation. Whether it’s new technology in autonomous vehicles or connectivity with your smartphone, Ford is always on the cutting edge of the auto industry. Now, Ford is further enhancing its popular Super Duty lineup of pickup trucks to further assist drivers. Reverse Trailer Guidance for Ford Super Duty pickups will roll out for the 2017 model year, and it looks impressive. Read the rest of this entry >>

2017 Ford Escape

No more clumps of snow on the windshield with the Ford Escape

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2017 Ford Escape windshield wiper de-icer

You know how obnoxious winter can be. Oh boy, do you ever. Living in Minnesota provides endless beauty, but the winter months, as fun as they can be, are also filled with endless hassles when it comes to driving. You know the drill. You’ve finished your day at work, but it has been snowing. You just want to go home, but your vehicle is covered in the white powdery wet stuff. You try to brush it all off and scrape off what you can, but sure enough, when you turn on your wipers, it’s nothing but streaks and clumps scattered across your windshield now. Ford has a way to avoid this problem. Read on for information about the 2017 Ford Escape windshield wiper de-icer. Read the rest of this entry >>

2017 Ford Explorer models

Ford will add four new nameplates to its global SUV lineup

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Four new Ford SUV nameplates

SUVs and their crossover cousins are a big market right now. Anywhere you look, you’re bound to see more SUVs than ever before, and Ford models such as the Explorer and Escape are certainly among them. With the market for these vehicles not showing any signs of shrinking, the company announced that four new Ford SUV nameplates will be released in the next four years in segments where the automaker does not currently compete. What are the driving forces behind this decision? A lot of it has to do with the aging of two different generations. Read on for more details.

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