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It's no secret that the dangers of operating a motor vehicle are always high. However, there are things that can be done as a precaution, and to ensure your safety as well as that of your passengers and other drivers on the road. We all know there are many distractions, especially once you are behind the wheel of your car. In this new technological era, with the iPhones and smartphones, distractions are right at our fingertips, literally. The thing to remember is that no matter what, your life and the lives of those around you, are of far more…

What do we here at Lewis Ford Sales like about our esteemed American automaker's full-size SUV, the 2017 Explorer?

In truth ... every last bit of it. This utility hauler, in our estimation, is quite the head-turner.

And, apparently, our friends over at MotorWeek agree. Check out their review of the Explorer in the clip below:

There is absolutely no denying the brilliance of the Explorer's entry-level engine, a 3.5-liter V6. Standard on the Base model, this six-banger dishes out a decent 290 horsepower and 255 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed automatic transmission is standard, as is ...

Extremely cold weather has the potential to cause havoc with your vehicle, causing damage to the engine, the battery, even the tires. The risk gets amplified during a cold snap, as temperatures can plummet overnight and compromise your morning commute.

 

A photo posted by Ford Motor Company (@ford) on Mar 7, 2016 at 9:03am PST

So stay on top of the weather forecast, and consider these steps you can take to prepare and protect your vehicle for winter weather: .

Keeping a car clean on the inside and out can be a challenging task. This is especially true for families with several kids and those living in messy environments. All kinds of dirt and foreign materials are dragged into vehicles. Dirt and liquids can leave all kinds of stains that are very hard to get out of interior furniture.

Ford continues to provide some of the highest quality technology and furniture inside their vehicles. Ford uses a new durable material on all seats that help prevent seats getting damaged or scuffed. In addition to what Ford...

Ford is on a mission to deliver a fleet of fully-autonomous ride-sharing vehicles to the market by the year 2021. The next step in that process will happen when Ford presents their next-generation Fusion Hybrid autonomous development vehiclefor the first time at CES and the North American International Auto Show in January.

 

 

It’s no doubt Ford has been busy. The American automaker took home the most U.S. patents so far this year compared to other car companies with approximately 1,500 patents and a 25-percent increase compared to 2015.

“We are living the innovation mindset in all parts of our business across the globe,” said Raj Nair, executive vice president, product development, and chief technical officer. “Our employees are delivering...

Over the years, the Ford Focus has become a favorite not just among every day drivers, but enthusiasts for its diverse and unique take on the compact car formula. While a model that offers as much variety as this compact is wont to do can often invite accusations of casting too-wide a net, the Focus wins out with its mantra of intelligent performance.

Our wait for the power numbers of the formidable second generation 2017 Ford Raptor has been a wait of over a year and a half, and lately, the automotive press have been chomping at the bit. In the steady trickle of information since the truck was unveiled in 2015, we’ve learned quite a bit about what’s in store. Now, we’re pleased to bring you the Numbers of the Beast.

Say hello to the 2017 #Ford #Fusion, an impressive combination of safety and style. https://t.co/xsnrWXbsjB

— Ford Fusion (@FordFusion) June 16, 2016

Earlier this year, the IIHS completed a shocking round of tests on full-size pickups, from which the Ford F-150 was the only Top Safety Pick chosen. Now, the redesigned 2017 Ford Fusion joins the truck as one of the safest vehicles in our lineup.

"The 2017 Ford Fusion is our most advanced car yet and we're proud to see it recognized by NHTSA and the IIHS for its safety performance too," said Bill Strickland, chief…

When the Blue Oval formed the Ford Performance division at the end of 2014, they promised not just racing models, but vehicles that could be offered in dealerships like ours. Now, two of the twelve promised models have arrived--the Focus RS and Shelby Mustang GT350R--and are being quite well received. But what else is coming down the pike?