The U.S. Interstate system is over 50 years old. During that time, several unique and interesting roadside attractions have sprung up.  Here are a few worth checking out the next time you fire up the Ford and head out for the highway. If you need an easy print-out so you can find these gems on [...]

What’s all that noise about?  Some sounds are a very normal part of brake operation, while others may indicate a problem. How can you know when noise from your Ford’s brakes are something to ignore or a problem to investigate? Know the answers to key questions: • Where does the brake noise seem to originate? [...]

When it comes to buying tires for your Ford, it may take learning a new language.  Tires are sized and marked with a special code that will probably require your Ford Dealer Service Department to decipher. The codes you will find on tires can be very confusing, but they are also very important.  Installing the [...]

Service Advisors at Ford Dealerships have a variety of tools to accurately identify what Ford Motor Company recommended services are needed to keep your vehicle running at its best. These tools are intended to help you understand the services and keep your vehicle’s critical components in optimum condition. Your vehicle’s recommended maintenance schedule is designed [...]

Henry Ford told buyers of his Model T they could select any color as long as it’s black. Today we see cars in any of hundreds of hues, including shades of rust that won’t appear  in new car literature color chips. “Serious rust damage, including a hole right through the metal, can begin with a [...]

People are keeping their vehicles for more years.  Car manufacturers like Ford are making vehicles that last longer, owners are conscientious about care, and growing families with dwindling budgets mean cars are passed on to their children. There is not a science to predict when your car turns into a high-mileage vehicle. It usually depends [...]

According to auto repair shops there are ten most frequent car repairs.  Knowing what they are can help you keep a watchful eye to possible problems.  Here’s the list: 1) Brake system 2) Oil change/lube 3) Fuel system (radiator) 4) Ignition 5) Suspension 6) Fuel system 7) Electrical system 8) Transmission 9) Air conditioning 10) [...]