All the way back in 1903, Henry Ford drove the Arrow in an effort to break the land speed record. With the help of mechanic Ed “Spider” Huff, Ford managed to hit a new record of 91.37 mph in the middle of January in Michigan. Though Ford himself didn’t enjoy racing, he did like to […]
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A Midsize Shootout: Comparing Chevy’s New Colorado and Ford’s Ranger
The 2023 Ford Ranger vs 2023 Chevy Colorado is one of the most exciting comparisons in the midsize truck segment. These smaller American pickups are great options for those seeking trucks that are fun, affordable, off-road ready, and also have good fuel economy. Fierce competition from Japan with Nissan’s Frontier and Toyota’s Tacoma has sparked […]
The 2022 Nissan Armada vs 2022 Ford Expedition: A Cost-to-Value Comparison
Make no mistake: 2022 is the year of the convenience gadget, especially for family-friendly SUVs. Automakers are scrambling to win the tech wars, and the battlefield is an innocuous [not so] little touchscreen nestled at the center of the dash. Regardless of the battlefield, no two giant SUVs are battling for market share with more […]
Everything You Could Want (and More) in a Workhorse: Ford’s 2022 Super Duty
Henry Ford put the world on wheels in the early 1900s and revolutionized how farmers across rural America worked. He delivered a capable vehicle that eventually replaced the trusty steed, made work more efficient, and gave drivers the freedom to travel and explore the world beyond the corners of their farms. Today, this legacy continues […]
Dear Ford: Please Bring Back These Three Iconic Cars
Visit a Ford dealership, and here’s what you won’t see: cars. The sedan, the hatchback, and the coupe are all but gone from the venerable Ford lineup, replaced by more popular crossovers and SUVs. We get it, since SUVs outsell sedans by a large margin, but we can’t help but fantasize about a world where […]
Edging Off-Road in the 2022 Ford Edge
For most people, a vehicle is necessary for everyday life to bring them to work, school, or just from point A to point B. To some, however, their vehicle is also something to fulfill their adventurous side. These adventurers are known as off-roaders. Although the term off-road sounds pretty intense, you would be surprised at […]
“Look Ma, No Hands!” Cruising with Ford’s BlueCruise
Hanna-Barbera gave Americans a glimpse into the future in the popular series, The Jetsons, a cartoon set in 2062 that featured a realm of modern technology complete with robots and flying cars. As of 2021, we don’t have robots, but we do have virtual assistants like Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant. So, where does that […]
Our Favorite 2022 Ford Trims
It’s easy to sit and brainstorm a list of your favorite vehicles, but the discussion of favorite trim levels is an entirely different discussion. Because of trim levels, two of the same vehicles can be wholly different, although this night and day difference comes at a higher cost. This isn’t always the case since manufacturers […]
Best in Show: 2022 Ford Edge vs 2022 Chevy Blazer
The battle between Ford and Chevrolet has been raging for decades. Both companies were important to the development of American engineering, and the competition between the two brands has been consistent since the first automobiles took the highways and byways in a contest to establish supremacy. This is still true in 2022, and the battle […]
The Mustang Mach-E Is an Excellent Everyday EV
Has it been that long already? It seems like just yesterday that Ford announced a new electric crossover which simultaneously became an “unbridled” success and as controversial as pineapple on pizza. Lightly updated for the new model year, the 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E is still a high-value offering with good range, strong performance, and plenty […]
Ford Making Headlines for All the Right Reasons
All too often, major automakers like Ford are in the headlines for reasons that are less than great, especially throughout the last year amid shutdowns, health and safety concerns, and the chip shortage. Recently, however, Ford has been making the news for several reasons that are actually quite positive, not only for them but also […]
The Ford Edge ST Will Immediately Solve Your Crossover Angst
Hidden among the rows of complacent and practical crossovers at your Louisville Certified Pre-Owned Ford dealer is an outlier that doesn’t immediately appear different. The thing is, crossovers all look pretty similar, so discerning the special ones (and there are special ones) might require more than a visual once over. We’re speaking of the Ford […]
The Ford Explorer Takes on the Mazda CX-9: The Best Three-Row SUV of 2021
Three-row SUVs like the Ford Explorer and the Mazda CX-9 are a saving grace for families of all sizes and with a variety of interests because they’re a stylish and sophisticated alternative to the behemoth minivans of the 1980s and 1990s. They’re ideal family haulers, whether your family is laden with babies and young children […]
GMC’s Iconic Truck Emblem: Arguably the Best-Ever
There’s just something glaringly ardent and inherently cool about the brazen ‘GMC’ emblem on the fascia of GMC trucks. Now, you might be thinking that statement is, in essence, an oxymoron. It is — and by design. Confident, impassioned, zealous, hot-blooded, and demonstrative are among the emotions and feelings associated with the archetypal badge. And […]
10 Fast Facts About the Ford Super Duty Lineup
Everyone knows a Super Duty truck when they see one, with its bold, rugged stance and menacing stare. It’s to be expected that the Super Duty models would make their way onto job sites and commercial fleets near and far because they’re built to handle the tough stuff…the stuff that other trucks can’t. Although we’re […]
Are Heavy-Duty Haulers Really Necessary?
Pickup trucks can do a lot these days, from hauling people and materials to the job site to pulling some incredibly heavy loads, but you don’t always need the largest, most powerful truck to be able to do this, right? Well, that all depends, and it’s a common misconception that any size pickup truck can […]
Off-Road Rumble: 2021 Ford Ranger vs 2021 Chevy Colorado
Off-roading has quickly become one of the most popular amateur sports for automotive enthusiasts. There is nothing quite like taking a vehicle out into the wilderness, challenging yourself and your vehicle’s limits on a rough and often unready trail. Automakers have taken note, with many offering packages, optional equipment, and even purpose-built vehicles for tackling […]
Introducing the 2021 Car of the Nation
Despite dealing with unprecedented disruption in the past year, the auto industry has rolled out some impressive new models. We have seen Cadillac introduce the ultimate muscle car with the unexpected CT5-V Blackwing, and we have seen Tesla push EVs to new heights with the unbelievably fast Model S Plaid. But while there were plenty […]
Born in Baja: The Bronco Raptor Comes Full Circle
The Baja 1000 is the Ironman race of the gas-powered world. Much like that other feat of human endurance, you don’t have to be crazy to undertake it, but it helps. Coursing through miles of sand, rocks, and gravel in the notoriously harsh environment of Mexico’s Baja California Peninsula, teams of two spend between 20 […]
4 Unique Features in the 2021 Ford Explorer You May Have Missed
It’s hard not to stand in awe at the 2021 Ford Explorer. It’s a versatile seven-passenger SUV that has the performance and capability to go on any adventure. We’ve all seen the beautiful design and technology features the 2021 Explorer released, but there are several unique features that are easy to miss if you’re not […]