Three Ford Models Honored With Retained Value Award
Here at your Shelbyville Ford dealership, we know that Ford models are a great value, now and in the future. But we also understand that buyers want some real data to back up that knowledge, which is why we’re pleased to announce that three 2014 Ford models have been given TrueCar Pre-Owned Value Awards in TrueCar’s first year of announcing the honors. The 2016 TrueCar Pre-Owned Value Awards were given to 2014 model year vehicles, and were based on analysis of factors like performance, the brand outlook, and forecasted value. Read the rest of this entry »
Ford Makes Traffic a Little Less Painful
If anyone had the power to make traffic disappear, you know they would. Since no one, unfortunately, has that power, Ford is doing the next best thing, and making managing traffic easier than it’s ever been before. A Texas A&M Transportation Institute study showed that U.S. drivers spend an average of almost an hour a week in traffic. And of course, for drivers with longer commutes or in bigger cities, that time was even longer. While Ford can’t give people those hours back, they can make the time stuck in traffic less stressful for drivers. Read the rest of this entry »
KBB.com Declares Ford Best Truck Brand
Each spring, the experts at Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com take a step back from considering individual models, and take some time to look at the big picture of the brands that manufacture them. The Kelley Blue Book Brand Image Awards are based on research from the company’s Strategic Insight team. This team tracks how brands are perceived by consumers, using data from over 12,000 shoppers utilizing KBB.com for their new vehicle research. This year, KBB.com named 13 winners in seven categories, honoring the manufacturers’ prowess in creating vehicles and brands that inspire enthusiasm in new car buyers. Read the rest of this entry »
There’s little doubt in 2016 that SUVs have dominated the market. It’s hard to drive anywhere including in the Shelbyville, KY area and not see roads and parking lots full of SUVs and even to some extent, crossovers.
2016 Ford F-150 Shows Off Fuel Economy
When drivers think about pickup trucks, they don’t usually think of them as being fuel efficient. But fuel economy is still important, even in the largest vehicles, and PickupTrucks.com understands that. That’s why they held the PickupTrucks.com Texas Truck Showdown Max MPG fuel economy challenge. The challenge pitted some of the top pickup trucks on the market against one another. Trucks were not only rated on their fuel economy, but they were subjected to PickupTrucks.com’s usual round of tests including acceleration, brakes, sound, payload, and calculations of the gas-tank-range. After 18 total tests and expert evaluations of the trucks’ MPG performance, ride quality, tech and entertainment, and more, they were ready to pick the best. Read the rest of this entry »
Ford Models Boast Low Cost to Own
When buying a new car, everyone wants to get a great deal. And who could blame them? A car is a big purchase, and drivers want to make the most of it. But there’s more that goes into a good deal than just the initial price – there’s the also the long-term costs of owning a vehicle. These costs can be more difficult to determine, but Kelley Blue Book is here to help. Every year, the experts at KBB.com announce their 5-Year Cost to Own Awards, which honor vehicles expected to have the lowest expenses over the next five years. They look at factors like depreciation, insurance rates, and projected maintenance costs to determine the winners. Read the rest of this entry »
Ford Fusion Named Best Hybrid for the Money
There are always a lot of factors to consider when buying a car, factors like comfort, drive experience, budget, and much more. But for most drivers, there’s another factor that’s can be difficult to determine – whether they are getting the best vehicle for their money. Luckily, U.S. News and World Report understands how important it is for consumers to feel like what they are getting in their vehicle is worth the money they paid. So every year, they produce a list of the best models for drivers’ money, across a variety of categories. They understand that what a vehicle is really worth is based on the real quality, operating costs, and comfort, not just the bells and whistles of fancy add-ons and exteriors. Read the rest of this entry »
Ford Driver Assist Technology
Ford vehicles are great products. This is true for myriad reasons. From appealing yet unique styles in cars like the 2016 Ford Focus to the iconic and performance-ready 2016 Ford Mustang to the heavy duty tried and true 2016 Ford F150.
Ford has been making an ongoing commitment to the environment lately. From improving fuel efficiency with their EcoBoost engine to making their production facilities greener, Ford automakers are moving towards sustainability. And in the latest move, they are making their Auto Start-Stop technology standard for every 2017 Ford F-150 with EcoBoost engine. The Auto Start-Stop automatically turns off the engine when a vehicle is stopped, which not only cuts down on harmful emissions, but increases fuel efficiency. Read the rest of this entry »
New Ford Fusion Unveiled
Last month in Detroit, Ford revealed another of the exciting new models coming to drivers this year, the 2017 Ford Fusion. The newest Ford Fusion will come in a number of versions, including not one but two hybrid options, as well as a Sport trim and the luxurious Ford Fusion Platinum. These options, along with a lineup of three different EcoBoost engines to choose from, will make it easier than ever for drivers to get the exact driving experience they want from their new Ford. Read the rest of this entry »
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