The aluminum wheels on your used Ford came with a clear coating for maximum corrosion resistance. In order to protect the aluminum as best you can, you will be able to use most any type of wax or sealer that is formulated for alloy wheels. In addition, any product that is designed for a base [...]

You can deny it all you want, but there is really no getting around the fact that the holidays are just around the corner.  That means spending lots of time in your Ford – shopping, visits to family, trips out of town, family outings. With so much to do, now is a good time to [...]

Halloween may have just passed, but that doesn’t mean your car can’t be haunted with scary, creepy sounds at any time of the year.  Don’t ignore strange noises.  It’s a warning that something is wrong and in need of attention. Most sounds provide clues to the issue at hand.  Below is a quick guide that [...]

Even with the high cost of fuel, millions of Americans will be driving to visit family and friends this holiday season.  Road trips make for terrific family adventures, but the National Motorist Association has a few suggestions for reducing travel headaches. Bring a spare key: A quick pit stop can turn into a disaster if [...]

This time of year we are all out enjoying the beautiful fall color and the last of the warm weather.  It’s important, thought, that you also take the time to prepare your car for the harsh winter that is only weeks away.  Follow these suggestions to make sure your vehicle is properly winterized. • Have [...]

There is really no excuse these days for being a uniformed consumer.  The internet has made the art of shopping around a relatively easy task.  Looking for car insurance is no exception.  Simply type “auto insurance” into your search engine and a multitude of information is at your finger tips. Before you begin your online [...]

If you are going to tackle a car repair yourself, be sure to take safety precautions.  Most accidents occur because you jumped into the repair without thinking it through, or you just want to get it done quickly and your brain hasn’t caught up with the action.  Here is a quick check list of safeguards.  [...]

Almost every region in the country has been hit with heavy rains this year.  The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) states that flooding is the most frequent of natural disasters.  In the Midwest in October a record twelve inches of rainfall was recorded.  Some research is indicating this is the highest accumulation of water in [...]

Ford continues to impress consumers with their delivery of fuel efficient vehicles and savvy technology.  Studies show that more Americans now have positive opinions about the company and would consider purchasing a Ford product. Here are few of Ford recent accomplishments: * Ford’s retail market share has improved in the U.S. for eight of the [...]

In support of a program known as Accelerated Action Day, the Ford Volunteer Corps has recruited current employees along with retirees to spend time working with organizations that support veterans and military families. Volunteers are putting their support of veterans into action by painting and repairing facilities in both Michigan and Washington, DC.  Ford believes [...]