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Stop on Red Week: Promoting Safety at Intersections

July 30th, 2024 by
red traffic light.

Intersection crashes are highly dangerous, often resulting in severe injuries or fatalities. To promote safe driving and raise awareness, National Stop on Red Week is held each August, emphasizing the importance of obeying traffic signals and the severe consequences of running red lights. The History and Importance of Stop on Red Week National Stop on…

Three Classic Ford Trucks to Celebrate Car Collector Appreciation Day

July 3rd, 2024 by
High perspective front corner view of a 1975 Ford F150 Supercab Pickup at a local car show.

Americans have been crazy for cars since the first horseless carriage was displayed. On Car Collector Appreciation Day this July 12th, we look at some of the most unique classic Ford trucks to date! Which ones are your favorites? 1956 Ford F-100 A wrap-around windshield with curved glass, a smooth rounded hood, and slanted A-pillars….

Posted in Automotive History

Ford Invests in Accessible Tech After Significant May 2024 EV Sales

June 6th, 2024 by
Electric SUV Ford Mustang Mach-E GT stopped on a street. This model is the first mass-produced electric SUV from Ford.

In the previous month, Ford experienced a surge in EV sales, with 8,966 units sold, marking a 65% increase from the previous year and securing its position as the company’s third-highest monthly sales ever. This robust performance underscores the growing demand for electric vehicles, signaling a strong inclination towards future-oriented technologies. Ford is delighted to…

Posted in Ford News

Prepping Your Ford for Your Summer Road Trip

May 22nd, 2024 by

This Monday is Memorial Day, and the open road has begun calling to you. Have you finished making preparations for your big summer road trip? Let’s run down the checklist. Are your bags packed? Playlist made? Air B&B confirmed? Perfect! All that’s left to take care of is the one component you certainly can’t leave…

Five Times Ford was the Star of the Silver Screen

May 1st, 2024 by

The American film industry was still in its infancy when Ford first opened its doors. At the start of the twentieth century, crowds were gathering at nickelodeon theaters to see moving pictures (silently, as accompanying sound still being a distant dream.) As American cinema evolved, Ford developed a close relationship with Hollywood, which has only…

Tips for Driving in Heavy Rain this Spring

April 17th, 2024 by

April showers may eventually bring May flowers (which bring pilgrims, and so forth), but until that time arrives, spring storms mostly bring headaches to drivers everywhere. Your vision is compromised, your brakes are slower to respond, and your fellow motorists can become more erratic and unpredictable. Needless to say, the chances of an accident increase…

Jurassic Bark: The New Ranger Raptor Goes Hard

March 21st, 2024 by

In many ways, Ford’s Raptor line of off-road speed demons is like an actual herd of raptors: you hear them before you see them, they move at impeccable speeds, and good luck if one catches up to you. Now, the F-150 Raptor and Bronco Raptor officially welcome the 2024 Ranger Raptor to their Jurassic family.  …

Five Car Sounds You Shouldn’t Be Ignoring

February 23rd, 2024 by

With few exceptions – think Optimus Prime, KITT, or the characters in Pixar’s Cars – our vehicles don’t speak the English language. However, that doesn’t mean your car isn’t yearning to interact with you. Differentiating natural car noises from potential warnings can be challenging, but one thing you should never do is ignore them. In…

Exploratory Major Upgrade: Here’s the 2025 Explorer

February 9th, 2024 by

The Ford Explorer – America’s all-time SUV sales leader – isn’t going to sit around and wait for the competition to come for its crown. Rather than rest on its considerable laurels (i.e., eight-million total units sold), the Explorer is set to receive a refresh this summer. With a huge tech upgrade, a refined interior,…

A Guide to Caring For Your EV During the Winter

January 23rd, 2024 by

The winds of winter are out in full force in Des Moines, leaving us to make the proper adjustments: heaters are cranked up, sidewalk salt is spread, and cold weather clothing has taken up their usual residency in your wardrobe. In the meantime, perhaps you’ve noticed your Ford F-150 Lightning isn’t quite as spry as…

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