Buying a car carries with it some responsibilities. If you want exemplary service from your vehicle, you must keep it in good shape. Just like the human body needs exercise and a proper diet, there are also things you can do to keep your car in top-notch condition. Regular maintenance ensures that the vehicle does not stall when you least need it to. Here are our tips for keeping your car dependable.
For some drivers, the only vehicle maintenance they do is filling it up with gas. Everything else is out of sight and out of mind until something goes wrong. When it does, they quickly find out they should have been paying better attention to preventive maintenance.
Ford is a company that has developed a strong reputation through its wide array of vehicles, more specifically through their muscle cars and pickup trucks. The most popular vehicles in the Ford lineup of models have typically utilized V8 engine technology, so it goes hand-in-hand to explain that Ford is well-known for its V8 engines as well.
It's interesting if you think about it - despite the fact that almost everyone in the United States drives or has driven in the past, millions of drivers are limited in their knowledge of their vehicle's more intricate parts and functions. One such part and one that's rarely considered by drivers is power-steering fluid. Like all automotive fluids, it's easy to forget about until it runs low and sometimes it can be hard to identify when it needs to be replaced. With this handy guide, you should be able to identify when your power steering fluid is…
If the engine of your car starts to make noises, this requires immediate attention. You can't afford to ignore the problem because this normally indicates that a bigger problem will be on the horizon. Read on to learn why it is important to pay attention to the noises your engine is making.
When you purchase a new Ford vehicle, you know that it’s a vehicle that has been built using high standards to meet the expectations of consumers. Ford Motor Company has served vehicle owners for more than a century and has a proven reputation that can be supported by the innovation, quality and advanced technology used in the manufacturing stages. For 114 years, Ford has been America’s primary choice for purchasing a vehicle to…
Once you've decided to purchase a Ford plug-in hybrid or electric vehicle, one of the most critical steps to take is to make the most of your car by learning how to charge it. Fortunately, it's a quick and easy process to ensure you can begin using your vehicle. Hybrid models come with a 120-volt charging cord to ensure you can conveniently charge the battery at home.
Since most of us are not trained mechanics, it can be difficult to know what it means when your check engine light comes on. To help customers better understand this important little light, Ford has put together the above video that identifies some of the possible reasons for why it would come on and what you should do to get them fixed. Check it out now!
Ford is teaming up with The Rock this fall for their newest ad campaign. Called “The Specialists,” this newest campaign from the automaker focuses on Ford service and parts.
The first commercial aired this October, introducing the team, which is led by screen action hero Dwayne Johnson. Johnson, who is a former pro-wrestler, has starred in such action hits as “San Andreas,” “Walking Tall” and the Fast & the Furious series. This makes him the perfect…
With gas prices on the rise again, it only makes sense for consumers to worry about efficiency and fuel costs. That’s why, with our San Jose customers in mind, we have created a list of extra-care tips that will help you maximize every mile for fewer fill-ups and extra cash in your pocket.
Keep Your Car Tuned
Did you know a tune-up can increase your fuel efficiency by about 4 percent? If your car…