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Does the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E Come with a Charger?
Wednesday, June 30th, 2021
2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E at-home charging station options
Does the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E come with a charger? You may be wondering if a free charger will be offered with your purchase of the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E SUV, and the answer is yes, it will come with a Ford Mobile Charger. Keep reading below for more details on this model’s home charging station options, and visit Akins Ford in Winder, GA to view our current Ford inventory.
(more…)How to Set Up Trailer Theft Alerts on the 2021 Ford F-150
Wednesday, June 30th, 2021
2021 Ford F-150 Trailer Theft Alert Instructions
New this year, the Trailer Theft Alert feature on the redesigned Ford F-150 can alert owners to potential trailer theft through their smartphones as part of the truck’s security system. This guide covers how to set up your 2021 Ford F-150 to send Trailer Theft Alerts to your smartphone via the FordPass™ app.
(more…)How to Check Trailer Lights Using the FordPass™ App
Wednesday, June 30th, 2021
2021 Ford F-150 Trailer Light Check Instructions
New for 2021, select Ford F-150 trucks will come equipped with a Trailer Light Check feature that lets you check your trailer light operation all from your smartphone. This step-by-step guide covers how to check your trailer lights using the new F-150 Trailer Light Check function on your FordPass™ App.
(more…)Are Light Bars and Other Auxiliary Lights Legal in Georgia?
Wednesday, June 30th, 2021
Georgia Laws on Custom Vehicle Lighting
Light bars are one of the more popular modifications we see for off-roading vehicles at Akins Ford, offering improved visibility that helps keep you safe in the long run. In the state of Georgia, it is legal to have a spotlight, light bar, or other auxiliary lights installed on your vehicle. There are however some restrictions. This guide covers the laws on light bars and other auxiliary lighting systems in Georgia.
(more…)Bronco Sport Earns IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ Award
Wednesday, June 30th, 2021
How Safe Is the 2021 Ford Bronco Sport?
This year the 2021 Ford Bronco Sport drives off the IIHS testing grounds with a TOP SAFETY PICK+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). This guide explores the safety highlights, crash test results, and available driver assistance features that make the 2021 Ford Bronco Sport for our customers at the Akins Ford superstore in Winder, GA.
(more…)How Big is the 2022 Ford Maverick?
Friday, June 25th, 2021
2022 Ford Maverick Dimensions, Cabin Space, Legroom, and More
The all-new Ford Maverick arrives this year as the smallest in the line of Built Ford Tough trucks, but what the compact pickup lacks in size, it makes up for in versatility. Here we take a closer look at the exterior dimensions and cabin space featured in the 2022 Ford Maverick when it arrives at the Akins Ford dealership in Winder, GA, later this year.
(more…)How Long Is the Bed of the 2022 Ford Maverick?
Friday, June 25th, 2021
2022 Ford Maverick Bed Dimensions and Features
The 2022 Maverick lineup is on its way to the Atlanta area, and the truck’s new FLEXBED™ comes loaded with storage solutions designed to handle household projects, furniture hauls, bikes, kayaks, and so much more. This guide reviews the bed dimensions and features that guests will find in the 2022 Ford Maverick when it arrives at Akins Ford.
(more…)Guide to using BLIS® with Trailer Coverage and Cross-Traffic Alert
Sunday, June 20th, 2021
How to use Ford BLIS® with Trailer Coverage?
Every new Ford vehicle comes equipped with the Ford Co-Pilot 360 ™ which provides the driver a bunch of safety assist features. One of them is the BLIS® or the Blind Spot Information System. But how exactly does BLIS ® work? What is BLIS ® with Cross-Traffic alert and how to use it? How to use BLIS ® with trailer coverage? Read this blog by Akins Ford, Winder, Georgia to learn everything you need to know about the Ford BLIS ® safety assist feature.
continue reading this entryInnovative and Versatile Flexbed of the 2022 Ford Maverick
Thursday, June 17th, 2021
What is the 2022 Ford Maverick Flexbed and What Does It Do?
A cargo box with multi-functionality? Unbelievable! Yet be prepared to be dazzled. The Flexbed offered by the 2022 Ford Maverick is a dream come true moment for many a DIYers. Ford has revolutionized the pickup truck with developmental changes to its structure which took over a year and a half to configure and set right. The Flexbed is designed to make maximum use of the cargo space and can hold up to a weight of 1,500 pounds. The Flexbed also comes with the option to expand up to 6 feet from its initial 4.5 feet standing. Let us have a look at the 2022 Ford Maverick Flexbed and what it does.
(more…)2022 Ford Maverick Fuel Economy and Driving Range
Wednesday, June 16th, 2021
What is the 2022 Ford Maverick Fuel Efficiency?
The all-new 2022 Ford Maverick is a versatile Hybrid pickup truck with great fuel economy and driving range. This Ford is one of the most fuel-efficient trucks in the US market. According to Ford, with an estimated EPA rating of around 40 mpg in the city, the Maverick is the first standard full-hybrid truck in America. The Maverick is relied upon to acquire up to 37 mpg consolidated, as indicated by Ford Motor Company. The Akins Ford, located at 220 West May St. Winder, GA, brings this fantastic truck near you.
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