tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-87511261711339629792024-03-05T19:11:00.313-08:00Metro Ford ChicagoSince opening our doors, Metro Ford has kept a firm commitment to our customers. We offer a wide selection of vehicles and hope to make the car buying process as quick and hassle free as possible.MetroFordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09752682967592913772noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8751126171133962979.post-25076433288494168882016-01-20T14:35:00.001-08:002016-01-20T14:35:36.967-08:004 Apps Car Owners Must Have<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11815129782364103359noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8751126171133962979.post-75441165761845137092015-12-30T20:51:00.001-08:002015-12-31T14:05:17.835-08:002016 Resolutions to Improve Your Year! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11815129782364103359noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8751126171133962979.post-22910366784044703132015-12-16T12:24:00.000-08:002015-12-16T12:35:21.685-08:00It's Truck Season, Consider This...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;">Pickup trucks can also be quite costly though. As such, before buying one, you need to make sure that this is the right type of vehicle for you and it will provide you the best value for your money. Below are some key factors you have to consider when investing in a pickup:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif;"><b>Passenger capacity.</b> Many pickups come standard as two-seaters, with sufficient space for the driver and a single passenger. Trucks with two-person cabs are normally less expensive than trucks with larger cabs. They also come with longer beds. If you will not be transporting many passengers and need more cargo space, the standard cab configuration might be your best choice. But if you need more passenger capacity for friends or family, select one with a larger cab.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11815129782364103359noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8751126171133962979.post-73254778277660456842015-11-30T10:26:00.002-08:002015-11-30T10:26:57.071-08:00Frustrated in the Car? Here's How to Keep Calm<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Unless you're fortunate enough to work at home or live next
door to your office, there's nothing you can do to avoid the daily commute (no,
sleeping in your office doesn't work!). For those who experience heavy traffic,
the commute to and from work is a nightmare, something to dread every morning
and evening.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">But do you really have to hate your commute? Why not find a
way to make your commute just a little bit less stressful? Here are a few tips
to help you out:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><b>Unplug</b> -- This may be easier said
than done, but it's worth the effort! While you're sitting in your car on
the way home or to the office, make it a point to ignore the annoying
buzzes of text messages, Facebook alerts, or Tweets. Disconnect from all
outside communication (unless you are waiting for something important),
but focus on the here and now. Listen to music, enjoy a light snack, or
practice car meditations. Be in the present, and keep all outside
distractions until you get home or to the office.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"><b>Listen to audio books</b> -- Story
time! What could be more awesome than listening to an epic fantasy,
twisted crime novel, or action thriller while sitting in Los Angeles
traffic? Audio books will give you something to focus on as you sit and
drive, taking your mind off the traffic around you. Not only is it awesome
entertainment, but it's great for your brain! You can even listen to
self-help or motivational books, promoting education and self-improvement
while fighting the stress of traffic.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
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to sit in L.A. traffic every day? Rush hour occurs between 7 and 9 AM and
5 to 7 PM, so those are the times you'll want to avoid driving. However,
why not leave for work a little earlier? If you're out of the house by 6
AM, you can usually beat the traffic. Do the same at the end of the day
(leave around 4 PM), and you'll get home before the traffic gets crazy. If
your boss is okay with you shifting your schedule slightly, it will save
you a lot of wasted time and stress!<o:p></o:p></span></li>
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been proven to help you relax, so why not try experimenting with soothing
scents? You can use air fresheners to flood your car with the relaxing
smells of peppermint, jasmine, lavender, and lilies. If you want something
stronger, you can purchase an essential oil diffuser designed specifically
for car aromatherapy.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
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chill out, relax, and enjoy the drive, and you'll find that the time spent in
your vehicle to and from work can be some of your favorite times of the day.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11815129782364103359noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8751126171133962979.post-59283276711329397932015-11-27T09:20:00.000-08:002015-11-27T09:20:00.052-08:00Preventative Winter Car Care Tips<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">You know there are preventative maintenance
items your daily driver needs, but the exact list of things to look after
escapes you. Don’t worry! That’s why we’re here.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">We will help walk you through the best winter
maintenance tips so you can survive until spring comes ‘round the corner again.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 19.0pt; letter-spacing: -.75pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">WINTER TIRES<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Many of today’s vehicles have either
front-wheel-drive or some kind of all-wheel-drive. While both do wonderful
things for traction, they cannot break the laws of physics. Sudden ice storms,
low visibility, or bad driving by “the other guy” are not necessarily overcome
by these drive systems. If you live in an area that’s particularly snowy,
and/or are not the most confident winter driver, the number-one driver’s aid is
a good set of winter tires.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Note that we don’t call them “snow tires”
anymore.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Today’s rubber compounds are designed to provide
maximum traction in the coldest temperatures, so it’s not just about the tread
pattern.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">If you plan to keep your vehicle awhile,
consider getting your snow tires mounted on dedicated wheels. Although the
initial cost seems high, the ease and expense of making the seasonal switch is
greatly reduced. If, on the other hand, you have a leased vehicle, or will
likely trade for something else soon, you can purchase tires and accept the
trade off of paying a little more for the mounting and balancing every six
months.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">If you haven’t waxed your car’s paint yet this year, now is the
time to do it. A fresh coat of wax will protect the paint, not so much from the
snow, but from the sand, salt, and other stuff that gets mixed in with it.
Second, most experts recommend replacing your wiper blades twice a year, in the
spring and in the fall. If you forgot to do it last April, get it done now.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Lastly, with shorter days and longer nights than normal, remember
that your exterior lights help you both to see and be seen. A quick walk-around
will confirm if any bulbs need replacing. You’d rather do that now than in
January when it’s minus 10 degrees with the wind chill.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Much of what’s needed under the hood falls into the “preventative
maintenance” category. You want to take care of things before they fail. Trust
us, there is no joy in being stuck at the side of the road, especially when
winter’s fury is blasting you.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">The DIY items here start with topping up the washer fluid. If
you’ve been using a 50/50 mix during the summer, switch to 100% from the
bottle. Personally, we always buy solvent in quantities of two, and keep one in
the trunk. Oil and filter services should be done, as cold-weather driving is
strenuous for the engine.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Check the radiator antifreeze level, as it’s the coolant which
delivers interior heat.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Jobs for which you’ll likely need professional assistance include
testing said antifreeze for proper temperature protection; testing the
battery’s condition to help ensure it’ll get your motor running every time, and
giving all under hood systems (belts, hoses, other fluid levels) a once-over.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 19.0pt; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: -.75pt;">INTERIOR / PERSONAL CARE<o:p></o:p></span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Snow, slush, and salt on your shoes will quickly damage your
vehicle’s carpeting. A good set of rubber floor liners will pay for themselves
in the protection they provide. Because you can never be too prepared, be sure
to carry a snow brush, ice scraper, and personal emergency kit as well. We’re
not paranoid, but keeping a blanket, flashlight, portable shovel, and
non-perishable snacks tucked into the trunk will make us feel better.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">If you take care of only the tires, wiper blades, and fluids, you
will still be ahead of most of the driving population in winter preparedness.
If you attend to everything on our list, you’re almost guaranteed to make it
through the winter unscathed.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Our best advice is to print out this list and use it annually as
your winter check sheet.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11815129782364103359noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8751126171133962979.post-50549590701713757702015-10-28T10:00:00.000-07:002015-10-28T10:00:06.114-07:00Tips To Consider When Buying Your First New Car<br />
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Buying new cars is something that
can cause uncertainty. While the process does get easier each time, the first
purchase can be quite intimidating if you aren't sure exactly how to go about
it. Here are some tips that can help you when it comes time to buy your very
first vehicle.<br />
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The first thing you should do is establish a budget. Your budget should be
realistic and reflect what you are able to pay monthly when looking at new
cars. Unless you are able to pay cash for the vehicle, you will be financing
the cost. Look at your cost of living when it comes to food, shelter,
insurance, and other spending habits. Once you have taken a good look at that
and your income, you will have a better idea of what you can afford to spend on
a car payment, insurance, fuel, and maintenance.<br />
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After you have decided what you can afford, then you need to take a close look
at your needs. While there are many fun new cars, purchasing the vehicle that
is best suited for you and your lifestyle is a wise choice. Unless you have
excess funds, buying a vehicle that is bigger, better, faster, or fancier can
cost you more in insurance, maintenance, and fuel.<br />
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Now it's time to research new cars. Luckily, learning more about the vehicles
that you are considering is quite easy. You can learn more about cars and their
features by looking at our site. After you have researched, you can have a more
effective shopping process on our lot. <br />
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Are you ready to start looking at new cars in person? Come into our dealership
and speak with one of our sales associates. The next thing you should do is
take a test drive. While you may find all the information you think you need
online, you still want to know how the vehicle feels when you sit in it and
drive. Is the seat height adequate? How does the steering feel? Do you like the
layout of the controls? There is a lot more to a vehicle than what it looks
like and its ratings and features so be sure to do a test drive before making a
final decision.<br />
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After you have shopped around and decided on a vehicle to purchase, you should
learn more about your financing options. Depending on your credit history, the
down payment you can afford, and other factors, you may have finance options.
Speak with our dealership’s finance department about these, we can help you fit
the car of dreams into your budget. <br />
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Purchasing a new vehicle is exciting, but it is something you should learn
about before signing on the dotted line. Use the information shared here to
help you make the most informed decision.</span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11815129782364103359noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8751126171133962979.post-31923348391702396342015-10-28T07:37:00.000-07:002015-10-28T07:37:00.676-07:00Making a Car Safety Kit
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in the vehicle. A car emergency kit is one of those things that you don't think
much about until it's too late. Then you'll wish you didn't leave home without
one. Every car should have some essential items in a location that can be
easily reached by the driver in an emergency, but not so accessible that a
child can get into it.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The basic emergency kit for cars should include the
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">1. Charged cell phone. It may make the difference between
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">2. First-aid kit. It should include Band-Aids, adhesive
tape, gauze pads, aspirin, antiseptic wipes, antiseptic cream or ointment, and
anything particular to you or your family. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">3. Three reflective warning triangles to be placed 50 feet
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">5. Tire gauge to periodically check the air pressure in
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11815129782364103359noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8751126171133962979.post-85328787370390322962015-09-29T07:30:00.000-07:002015-09-29T07:30:10.557-07:00Take Care of Your Vehicle This OctoberOctober is Fall Car Care Month, and the Car Care Council reminds motorists that checking their vehicles before the temperatures drop is a sensible way to avoid being stranded out in the cold and the unexpected expense of emergency repairs.<br /><br />“The last thing any driver needs is a vehicle that breaks down in cold, harsh winter weather. Winter magnifies existing problems like hard starts, sluggish performance and rough idling,” said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. “Whether you perform the check or maintenance yourself or go to the repair shop, it’s a small investment of time and money to ensure peace of mind, and help avoid the cost and hassle of a breakdown during severe weather.”<br />
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<br />The Car Care Council recommends the following Fall Car Care Month checklist to make sure your vehicle is ready for cold winter weather ahead.<br /><br /><b>Heating, Wipers & Lights</b><br /><ul>
<li>Make sure heaters, defrosters and wipers work properly.</li>
<li>Consider winter wiper blades and use cold-weather washer fluid. As a general rule, wiper blades should be replaced every six months.</li>
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<li>Check the tire tread depth and tire pressure of all tires, including the spare. If snow and ice are a problem in your area, consider special tires designed to grip slick roads.</li>
<li>During winter, tire pressure should be checked weekly.</li>
<li>Have the brakes checked. The braking system is the vehicle’s most important safety item.</li>
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<li>Keep your gas tank at least half full throughout the cold weather to prevent moisture from forming in gas lines and possibly freezing.</li>
<li>Be diligent about changing the oil and filter at recommended intervals. Dirty oil can spell trouble in winter. Consider changing to “winter weight” oil if you live in a cold climate.</li>
<li>Check the fuel, air and transmission filters at the same time.</li>
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<li>Have the battery and charging system checked, as cold weather is hard on batteries.</li>
<li>Clean, flush and put new antifreeze in the cooling system. As a rule of thumb, this should be done every two years.</li>
<li>Have the exhaust system checked for carbon monoxide leaks, which can be especially dangerous during cold weather driving when windows are closed.</li>
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<li>Make sure that your ice scraper and snow brush are accessible and ready to use.</li>
<li>Stock an emergency kit with jumper cables, a flashlight, blankets, extra clothes, bottled water, nonperishable food and a first aid kit with any needed medication.</li>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11815129782364103359noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8751126171133962979.post-44200751345779846632015-09-16T14:40:00.000-07:002015-09-16T14:40:34.866-07:009 Tire Myths: Fact or Fiction?People may know a lot about cars but when it comes to tires, it's a big zero. Today we will be busting some myths about tires.<br />
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<li><b>Myth:</b> Tires should be inflated according to the pressure indicated on the tire sidewall. </li>
<li><b>Fact:</b> Indication on the sidewall is the tire's maximum inflation pressure, not the recommended pressure. Follow inflation pressure recommendations in the Car owner's manual or written on the door post.</li>
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<li><b>Myth:</b> A tread pattern is required for great traction on dry roads. </li>
<li><b>Fact:</b> A tire without any tread provides the best results dry traction due to the maximum amount of rubber touching the road. A tread pattern, with its groove voids, actually lessens this traction on dry roads. The role of tread is to act as a squeegee in wet conditions and removes water from under the tire and channels it through the grooves for improved wet traction. </li>
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<li><b>Myth:</b> Performance tires wear out faster because of the sticky compounds. </li>
<li><b>Fact:</b> Partly true but tread rubber polymers aren't the reason. In fact, advancements like new polymers and ultra-tensile steel constructions make performance tires last longer now. Performance tires average about 45,000 miles in tread life, comparable to the figures for family-car passenger tires. Fast wear is usually due to high speeds and aggressive driving. </li>
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<li><b>Myth:</b> Wide tires provide better traction under all weather conditions. Installing oversize snow tires on a car delivers better snow traction. </li>
<li><b>Fact:</b> Completely wrong. Wide tires have a tendency float on deep snow, and the tread lugs are unable to dig through to the road surface and gain traction. Narrow tires provide better traction in snow conditions. Narrow tire cut through the snow easier and provides traction. </li>
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<li><b>Myth:</b> All-season tires sufficient for even winter season. </li>
<li><b>Fact:</b> Can be true for certain regions but in places where snow remains on the roads for days winter tires are the best. </li>
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<li><b>Myth:</b> Tires should not be rotated from side to side, only front to back. </li>
<li><b>Fact:</b> Radial tires can be crossed from side to side in the rotation pattern unlike the bias ply tires. Regular tire rotation every 6000 to 8000 miles ensures uniform wear for all tires on a vehicle. </li>
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<li><b>Myth:</b> New tires should be put on the drive-wheel position to get the most traction. </li>
<li><b>Fact:</b> True only on a rear-drive vehicle. Always, install new tires on the rear axle. Most tire buyers purchase new tires for the drive-wheel position to get the most traction. However, by doing so they transfer most of their traction capabilities from the rear. The vehicle is more prone to over steer. </li>
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<li><b>Myth:</b> The government tests tires for traction, temperature resistance, and treadwear and assigns grades molded onto the sidewall. </li>
<li><b>Fact:</b> Uniform Tire Quality Grading is a federal law that makes it mandatory for tire manufacturers to grade their own tires for tread wear, traction, and temperature resistance. Tire manufacturers test tires and assign their own grades and not some government authority. </li>
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<li><b>Myth:</b> An undulation on a tire sidewall is supposed to be a weak spot and can lead to tire failure. </li>
<li><b>Fact:</b> An undulation is created where materials overlap each other in the tire carcass, and it actually is the strongest part of the tire.</li>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11815129782364103359noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8751126171133962979.post-21380280743331896932015-08-28T12:12:00.000-07:002015-08-28T12:12:00.147-07:0012 Tire Changing Steps<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This is a quick run-down on what to know and steps to take when changing a flat tire. We’re sure there are more tips than this, but these are good universal tips for all of us.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11815129782364103359noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8751126171133962979.post-69824662700443590712015-08-24T12:00:00.000-07:002015-08-24T12:00:03.639-07:004 Featured Technologies That Seem Like A Blast From The Future<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 16.7999992370605px; margin-bottom: 8pt;">
In 2015, we have become accustomed to being surrounded by gadgets that would have seemed a fantasy 50 years ago. From inter-connecting smart phones to fully functioning robotics, we are at the precipice of a technological revolution. For many of us drivers, however, we are firmly rooted in the last generation, driving around in cars that haven't changed much in many years, apart from some new bells and whistles. However, automotive technologies are being developed that will radicalize how we drive and experience driving. Here are 5 that are guaranteed to impress any motor heads.<o:p></o:p></div>
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At one point, GPS technology would have seemed a million miles away from a trusty atlas or road map, but today we are closer to ever to having a full navigation system built into the windscreen. This will be displayed through different types of glasses that will display different information to the driver in real time. This will display not only directional advice, but will display the speedometer, parking sensors, rev counter, fuel gauge and other aspects of the cars computer. Through touch screen controls, drivers will be able to control every facet of their vehicle from the screen, including air conditioning, radio, windows and headlights. Perhaps the most futuristic is the ability to zoom in on parts of the road so drivers can see obstacles up ahead more clearly. If put into place, this could help improve drivability but also keep drivers and there passengers safer.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Solar powered LED roadways have the potential to change the world in a way that many other technologies could only dream of. Designed to not only illuminate our roads and display dynamic traffic information, but actually charge electric cars wirelessly whilst they drive. This would revolutionize how we fuel our cars and completely transform the automotive economy. This would make electric cars a true alternative to petrol and diesel powered cars, and lead towards us improving our carbon emissions by an inexplicable amount. Imagine never having to refuel your car manually while driving around on illuminated LED roads! There are even plans to make the panels heated that will melt any snow or ice that has accumulated on the LED panels, which will then be filter to a water treatment center to use within the water supply. However, there are some questions about how economically feasible these plans are and how the roads will be constructed and maintained. However, the city of Sandport, US, is going to become the first city to have the panels by installing them within a parking lot.<o:p></o:p></div>
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This has been speculated for a long time but, in 2015, they are finally testing fully autonomous cars on public roads. A recent report suggested that by 2035, nearly 75 per cent of vehicles sold will have automatic driving capability. Google have actually been planning to make it a reality within 5 years, so we could have driverless cars sooner than we think. Whilst we have had components such as self-parking cars, completely driverless cars would revolutionize how we navigate our roads and motorways. However, there have been some initial problems; for instance, Google's attempt at a driverless car cannot tell the difference between a rock and a piece of litter that has drifted into the road and subsequently attempts to drive round both of them in the same way. Also, there are some moral questions about how much it will actually improve road safety and whether people will actually want to put their life in the hands of a computer program. Nevertheless, envisioning a future where we are essentially driven around by robots definitely seems like something out of science fiction.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<br />MetroFordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09752682967592913772noreply@blogger.com0Chicago, IL, USA41.8781136 -87.62979819999998241.4995241 -88.275245199999986 42.256703099999996 -86.984351199999978tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8751126171133962979.post-30785523533342525132015-07-10T13:44:00.002-07:002015-07-10T13:44:23.327-07:00Top 4 Reasons to Avoid Parking Under Trees! <div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: white; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; text-align: center;">
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Unfortunately, parking under trees is not a solution. While you can certainly park your car in the shade of a distant tree or nearby building, there are numerous reasons why you should never park your car directly under a tree, no matter if it is in your driveway or a parking lot. Here are the top 4 reasons to stay away from trees, no matter how shady they are:</div>
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1. Bird droppings are no fun. If you are like most people, you do not appreciate seeing a smear of droppings across your windshield or around your door. It almost seems as if birds do this on purpose, especially if your car is new or has just been washed and waxed. Not only are these gifts from above unsightly and gross, especially if they land on your door handles, they can also be harmful to your vehicle. Bird droppings can fade and chip paint over time, leaving stains that never go away, no matter how hard these areas are scrubbed. It is recommended that you wash off bird droppings as soon as possible. Parking under a tree invites feathered fiends--which love resting and nesting in trees, of course--to turn your car into a toilet.</div>
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2. When bad weather strikes, you should feel lucky to be indoors. You can be safe and dry inside a building and leave your car unattended in the storm. The most common case of foul weather, light rain, is no big deal to your vehicle. However, if you are parked under a tree, even the slightest winds and rain can lead to a major problem for your car. Loose branches and sticks can easily fall onto it, scratching your paint job or even damaging your glass. If the weather gets very intense, the entire tree could fall on your vehicle. A windshield replacement is simple and affordable enough, but what do you do when your entire roof or hood is smashed in?</div>
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3. The only perk to parking under a tree is its shade. However, there are simple solutions to beating the hot sun. You can have your windows tinted, replace them with pre-tinted glass, or put up a simple sun visor. These things might seem like relics from the 80s and 90s but they are still perfectly effective at bouncing sunlight away from your car, which keeps it cool.</div>
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4. Not only do birds love leaving their droppings on cars, but they will also love standing on your car. Trees do not only attract birds. Cats may venture by for a hunt and climb atop your vehicle with their dirty paws and sharp claws. Squirrels, mice, raccoons and other small animals may also climb onto your vehicle, eat atop it, and leave nutshells, dirt, and stray hairs behind as they participate in the little ecosystem around the tree. Heaven forbid one of these larger animals should urinate or leave droppings on your car. </div>
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While many of these problems seem unlikely, you could also say that car accidents are unlikely. Everyone knows, though, that when it comes to your vehicle and safety, you should do everything you can to prevent damage. Avoid parking under trees to minimize these risks.</div>
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Motorists can do their part to help the environment by practicing a few 'earth-friendly' car care habits, note the experts at the non-profit National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). It all comes down to timely vehicle maintenance and non-aggressive driving.</div>
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Don't pollute. Dispose of used motor oil, antifreeze/coolant, and old batteries properly. Some repair facilities accept these items. Or call your local government. Keep the engine running at its peak-a misfiring spark plug can reduce fuel efficiency as much as 30%. Replace filters and fluids as recommended by the owner's manual.</div>
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Get pumped. Keep the tires properly inflated and aligned. Under-inflated tires waste fuel by forcing the vehicle's engine to work harder. Moreover, properly maintained tires last longer, saving you money and lessening the burden at landfills.</div>
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Know your limitations. If you are not a do-it-yourselfer, find a good technician. Ask friends for recommendations. Check the reputation of the repair shop with your local consumer group. Check out the technicians' credentials. ASE-certified professionals have passed one or more national exams in specialties such as engine performance and air conditioning.</div>
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MetroFordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09752682967592913772noreply@blogger.com0Chicago, IL, USA41.8781136 -87.62979819999998241.4995241 -88.275245199999986 42.256703099999996 -86.984351199999978tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8751126171133962979.post-42215107606017769642015-05-20T08:06:00.000-07:002015-05-20T08:06:00.111-07:00Meet One Of The World's Fastest Shelby GT500 Mustangs | Metro Ford Chicago<div style="text-align: center;">
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In the world of drag racing, you usually do your best to get optimal traction off the line. Still, there are lots of rear wheel driven beasts out there that happen to do just fine.<br />
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Such is the case with this, the Kinetik Motorsport Shelby Mustang GT500 - a car that isn't just fast, but looks fantastic as well.<br />
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The GT500 is a proper muscle car, so if muscle is what you're going for, look no further than this modified version. Now, imagine unleashing 1,173 WHP and no fewer than 1,059 lb-ft (1,435 Nm) of torque through your rear tires. That's Bugatti Veyron territory!<br />
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In its debut at the Texas Mile, it managed to hit 209.3 mph (336 km/h), which isn't a record, but still, very impressive. As far as fast Mustangs go, there aren't many that can top this one.<br />
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Besides the 4.7 liter supercharger, this car also has a limited slip differential, Griggs GR40SS suspension, Koni coilovers, a Magnaflow 3" catback exhaust with competition mufflers, American Racing 2" primary long tube headers and Baer Extreme front and rear brake discs.<br />
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Naturally, you can go faster at the Texas Mile. Build yourself something like this Hennessey-tuned <a href="http://www.emetroford.com/inventory/view/Make/Ford/Model/Mustang/New/SortBy0/">Ford GT</a> and you'll make 209 mph look like child's play.<br />
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However, in terms of <a href="http://www.emetroford.com/inventory/view/Make/Ford/Model/Mustang/New/SortBy0/">Mustangs</a>, we'll take this particular one any day.MetroFordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09752682967592913772noreply@blogger.com0Chicago, IL, USA41.8781136 -87.62979819999998241.4995241 -88.275245199999986 42.256703099999996 -86.984351199999978tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8751126171133962979.post-52569333157510996082015-05-05T07:57:00.000-07:002015-05-19T09:19:46.703-07:005 steps to get the best car finance with bad credit | Metro Ford Chicago<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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Finding a fair deal on car finance with bad credit isn’t
like searching for a needle in a field full of haystacks. There is a logical
order to things sometimes. Finding good bad credit car loans might take a bit
longer but it’s entirely possible – and worth it. Just keep in mind that bad
credit car loans will usually attract higher interest rates than “regular” or
mainstream car loans. If you
follow these steps, you could find a deal that will eventually reduce your
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1. Do your homework<br />
Currently, you’re likely only about two or three steps away from something that
can search the internet at any given time. Having that in mind, you can
research bad credit car loan options using your computer, phone or tablet. Find
as many brokers and financiers as possible and see what they offer. See which
sites offer no-obligation quotes to get an idea of what you’ll pay.<br />
<br />
2. Ignore the “zero percent” and “one percent” dealer finance offers<br />
You might be tempted to take the “zero percent” finance or “low rate” finance
offers that car dealers often peddle. Don’t fall for them! These “deals” have
many hidden traps. You might not be able to negotiate the price and end up
paying a lot more than you bargained for. If you want to get back into good
credit, don’t take the “easy way out” – it often isn’t.<br />
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3. Check your credit history<br />
This step is crucial – check your credit history so you are better prepared
when you eventually settle on a broker. Your credit history is the first aspect
your chosen financier will assess when figuring out your eligibility for a
loan. Your credit history might have errors in it. It’s your responsibility to
fix them if they occur. This could improve your credit standing.<br />
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4. Set a reasonable budget – and stick to it<br />
Once you have a couple of brokers or lenders that you’re comfortable with, it’s
time to go car shopping. Keep in mind that lenders see people with bad credit
as higher risks. It’s worth your while to budget conservatively. If possible,
you should provide rough estimates to your lender, showing you can comfortably
take on a large debt such as a car loan.<br />
<br />
5. Do your homework round 2: researching your lender<br />
So you’ve picked a lender or two and you’re ready to apply. Before you do,
check out your lender a bit more closely. Do they have positive user reviews on
sites like WOMO.com.au? Have they been around in the industry for a reasonable
amount of time? Do they have a current Australian Credit Licence? You can check
using the ASIC website. You can never be too careful!MetroFordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09752682967592913772noreply@blogger.com0Chicago, IL, USA41.8781136 -87.62979819999998241.4995241 -88.275245199999986 42.256703099999996 -86.984351199999978tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8751126171133962979.post-77282086511610203922015-04-23T12:28:00.001-07:002015-04-23T12:28:03.915-07:005 Windshield Repair Myths<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>Small Windshield
Chips Are Safe and Won't Crack<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Research shows that 7 out of 10 chips in a windshield will
eventually crack. This means that the problem went from something that could
simply be repaired turned into something that needed to be completely replaced.
A windshield that is chipped immediately becomes weaker and is at risk for
becoming more damaged. Car owners should be aware of any small windshield chips
that exist on their vehicle and repair them before they worsen.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>All Chips in Your
Windshield Require a Full Replacement<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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While windshield chips can cause a lot of problems in the
future if they are not repaired, they do not require a full replacement. Chips
in a windshield are actually very simple to repair and if done right, one would
never know the window was ever chipped. A windshield only requires a full replacement
by a windshield repair company if it is cracked or when a chip turns into a
crack that is larger than a quarter. If a crack is the size of a quarter or
smaller, it may be able to be repaired instead of replacing the whole
windshield.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Do-It-Yourself Repair
Kits Are Good Enough<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Taking the cheap way out and using a do-it-yourself kit is
going to have cheap did-it-yourself results. Many windshield repair companies
will not repair a window that has already been experimented on with a repair
kit. Going straight to a professional will save more money in the long run and
will ensure that the job is done well. Do not make the mistake of using a kit
to substitute a real repair. Companies that make and distribute repair kits
will market that their products work just as well as a professional repair job,
but remember that they are a business trying to sell a product. Do not fall for
it.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Chip Repairs Must Be
Paid for Out of Pocket<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Usually, vehicle owners will not have to pay for the entire
chip repair on their own. Paying for a chip repair is much cheaper than
replacing the windshield. Insurance companies are aware of this, so they will
often waive the deductible on the chip repair. In the case of the entire
windshield being repaired, a car owner will most likely have to pay the
deductible themselves. In addition, windshield repair professionals often offer
warranties and other benefits to their clients.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>All Chips Are the
Same <o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Most people do not know that all windshield chips are
categorized into 6 different types and are treated accordingly. These are combo
break, bee's wing, star break, bull's eye, clover leaf, and half-moon. A
professional can determine what kind of chip is in a windshield. Each kind of
chip will spread differently. Some types will spread faster than others.
Knowing what type of chip it is plays a part in the repair process, which is
another reason to have a windshield repaired by a professional rather than with
an at-home repair kit. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Many parents worry when their teens start to drive.
Distracted driving, inexperience and simple carelessness are all reasons for
parents to be concerned. The added distraction of a cellphone and all its
available functions bring even more reasons to worry.<o:p></o:p></div>
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While it would be great if parents could keep a watchful eye
every time a teenager is behind the wheel, it’s just not possible. In this age
of technology, can parents have more peace of mind when their newly licensed
teenage driver is on the road?<o:p></o:p></div>
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“Parents can make use of vehicle monitoring devices,” says
Chris Kersting, president and CEO of the Specialty Equipment Market Association
(SEMA). The trade association represents the $33 billion automotive specialty
equipment industry that includes thousands of products that are available to
enhance a vehicle’s styling, performance, comfort and convenience. “These
devices can help relieve some parents’ anxieties about their teen driver and
can even improve teen driving habits.”<o:p></o:p></div>
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Here are some devices to consider for anyone who wants to
keep tabs on teenagers behind the wheel.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Bluetooth</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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While you don’t want your teen texting while driving, it’s
equally as important to make sure that he’s not talking with his phone glued to
his ear. A vehicle with Bluetooth capabilities will ensure a safer hands-free
experience – not to mention you can call him knowing he can answer you without
taking his hands off the wheel or his eyes off the road. Choices range from a
standalone universal Bluetooth kit, FM transmitters or a new Bluetooth-enabled
car stereo system.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>GPS tracker</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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You can easily track a vehicle’s movement using a GPS
tracker. These handy devices can be mounted in any car, sometimes using only a
magnet, and will report back to your computer or smartphone. Advanced features
include alerts letting you know if your teenager is driving out of a
pre-designated area. Trackers typically require a monthly subscription service
fee.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Plug-in diagnostic port adapters</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Plug-in diagnostic port adapters plug into your vehicle’s
onboard diagnostic port (OBDII). The OBDII connects to the car’s brain and when
accessed, can provide a plethora of information on how the car is being driven.
Every car sold after Jan. 1, 1996 was required to have an OBDII port, so most
vehicles on the road today include this port. Numerous plug-in adapters are
available to monitor driving habits and gather reports, including speed
monitoring, harsh braking, location displays and more. Most adapters also
require a service subscription in order to provide text or email alerts on
activities you wish to monitor.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Hardwired telematics systems</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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A hardwired vehicle tracking system eliminates the
possibility of your teenager finding and removing the diagnostic port adapter.
Hardwired systems also provide real-time information and can pinpoint locations
more accurately than a plug-in unit. These systems provide the same features
such as speed tracking and notifications when your teen exceeds speed
thresholds, and have built-in motion sensors to detect rapid acceleration or
rapid starts. When real-time information is important, a hardwired system,
while more costly and time consuming up-front, has real advantages.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Cellphone blockers</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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Some aftermarket products available today can actually block
cellphone usage when your teenager is driving, going a step beyond vehicle
tracking or telematics. These cellphone blockers can be configured to block
numerous phone capabilities, including texting while driving, taking photos and
using applications. It can even block all incoming and outgoing phone calls,
except from numbers you specify (i.e. mom and dad). Like a plug-in or hardwired
telematics system, cellphone blockers connect to the vehicle’s telematics
system. Along with blocking the most distracting functions of a phone,
cellphone blockers also monitor and report speeding, driving habits and provide
location identification.<o:p></o:p></div>
MetroFordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09752682967592913772noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8751126171133962979.post-81227422511056932772015-02-16T07:57:00.000-08:002015-02-16T07:57:00.429-08:00The 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor is Still Menacing, Wonderfully Ridiculous | Metro Ford Chicago IL<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It may be all Ecoboost and 10-speed automatic underneath, but the 2017 <a href="http://www.emetroford.com/inventory/view/Model/F-150/New/SortBy0/">Ford F-150</a> Raptor strikes that balance of aggressive and goofy characteristics that made the outgoing model such a hit.<br /><br />Oh yeah, and the off-road credentials were pretty good, too.<br /><br />Unsurprisingly, like the <a href="http://www.emetroford.com/inventory/view/Model/F-150/New/SortBy0/">2015 F-150</a>, the new Raptor is a case of same-but-different on the outside. The FORD letters on the grille are still enormous, an endearing characteristic. They've also been added to the tailgate in lieu of a blue oval. The whole look is perhaps more modern and sophisticated, but in person the Raptor still comes off as a tough thing.<br /><br />Ford didn't let us pop the hood to see the 3.5-liter Ecoboost V6 that's supposed to be in there. Nor did they let us get too close to the interior, which at least doesn't stray too far from the new F-150's style. The paddle shifters inside were the first thing I noticed, though. And I'm still not convinced they look right in a truck, especially when they bear a similar appearance to the ones in the new Ford GT.<br /><br />The thing about the Raptor has always been that it's a ridiculous vehicle. It's ridiculously large, ridiculously powerful for its size, ridiculously capable. But at the end of the day, the main attraction to this thing is its looks and sounds. They just make you smile.<br /><br />This new one may be smarter under the skin, but it looks like it still has a sense of humor on the outside.<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: black; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: 'Open Sans', sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 22.3999996185303px; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;"><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11815129782364103359noreply@blogger.com0Chicago, IL, USA41.8781136 -87.62979819999998241.4995241 -88.275245199999986 42.256703099999996 -86.984351199999978tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8751126171133962979.post-49399717628962796842015-02-02T07:53:00.000-08:002015-02-02T07:53:00.097-08:00The 17 Things You Need to Know About the 2017 Ford GT Supercar | Metro Ford Chicago IL<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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2017 Ford GT: The facts</h2>
Ford's all-new GT supercar was the smash hit of the 2015 Detroit auto show, and although we were given its basic specs, we were hungry for more. So we cornered anyone we could find from Ford to give us the 600-plus-hp sports car's juicier details.<ul>
<li><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">The GT "concept" Ford put on display in Detroit looks mighty production ready, suggesting that the skunkworks project has been in motion for years. In fact, we're told the car has seen just one year of development work so far—yet the final car is due next year. That's hyperspeed in the car world.</span> </li>
<li><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Ford expects the first production prototype to be in action this spring. Spy photographers, get ready.</span></li>
<li><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">The in-house low-cost carbon-fiber development program Ford has fired up in collaboration with Dow Chemical has little to do with the GT project. In fact, the carbon fiber in the GT's chassis tub and bodywork will be hand-laid and production probably will be handled by an outside supplier.</span></li>
<li><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;"> </span><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">When Ford's global performance vehicle chief engineer Jamal Hameedi started to tell us how his team was targeting "the best power-to-weight ratio," we figured the sentence would end with "in its class." Nope. Hameedi instead capped off the claim with "of any car on the market." Ford has yet to reveal the GT's weight, but we're expecting it to be crazy light. As for the engine, Ford promises more than 600 horsepower.</span></li>
<li><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;"> </span><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">The GT on Ford's Detroit show stand rolled on normal aluminum wheels, in contrast to the Mustang Shelby GT350R sitting nearby; that car has ultra-lightweight carbon-fiber wheels. Given how fanatical Ford is being about the GT's weight, you'd think these high-tech and mass-reducing rims would be on the GT, too. Ford tells us it is looking at the possibility.</span></li>
<li><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;"> </span><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">The GT's rear spoiler is full of tricks, including an air-brake function. The wing can both rise vertically and tilt, its horizontal surface angling upward to capture extra downforce and drag when needed.</span></li>
<li><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;"> </span><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Riding on a what Ford calls an "active" suspension, the GT can lower itself at speed for stability and better aerodynamics. In true supercar form, a button in the cabin can lift the front end when faced with inconsiderately designed driveway ramps and speed humps.</span></li>
<li><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;"> </span><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Front and rear, the GT features carbon-ceramic Brembo brake rotors and calipers. Just as the Nürburgring is practically a required stop on any vehicle development engineer's world tour, so apparently are Brembo's offices.</span></li>
<li><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;"> </span><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">There's no question about it: The 2017 GT will be fast. But Ford didn't set out to grab top-speed records or acceleration honors. Instead, we're told Ford is chasing "lap times, lap times, lap times" and is seeking ultimate handling. Oh, and Ford is planning to take the GT to Le Mans in 2016—the street car partially exists for homologation reasons—and is putting Ferrari in its crosshairs. The 1960s are back, baby.</span></li>
<li><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;"> </span><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">As you probably already ascertained, this is the front of the Ford GT. It doesn't have anything in it—well, besides a radiator, some cool heat-exhausting vents, and the pushrod-actuated front suspension. There is no electric motor powering the front axle, as there is in Porsche's 918 Spyder, and neither is there one in the back. Ford didn't want to sacrifice low weight for heavy hybrid components like motors and batteries. Oh, and the sports car is intended to showcase Ford's EcoBoost engine branding, a mission that'd be complicated by a hybrid system.</span></li>
<li><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;"> </span><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">One of our favorite things about the GT is the way its passenger cell tapers to nearly a point at the car's tail, and the channels that create between the "fuselage" and the rear wheels. Far more than a flamboyant flourish, these pathways force the air to bend and submit to the GT's will. The flying buttresses linking the roof to each rear fender may appear flat, but they are in fact curved in section. This is because they're really wings—cut them in half, and they're airfoil-shaped. They create downforce, in addition to directing air flowing around the car to the rear spoiler.</span></li>
<li><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;"> </span><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Amazingly, Ford found a second use for the GT's flying buttresses: intake tubes. Each hollow panel (one per side) houses piping that flows from an air-to-air intercooler ahead of each rear wheel (visible through the large vents on the fenders). Intake air is scooped up from beneath the GT, compressed in each turbocharger, and then shot through the intercoolers before twisting its way up the winglets and down into the engine. Sweet.</span></li>
<li><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;"> </span><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">After passing through the fender-mounted intercoolers, newly heated air then flows above each rear wheel to the GT's tail, where it exits through the centers of the taillights. Yep, the look of those lamps isn't by accident.</span></li>
<li><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;"> </span><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">The GT's EcoBoost twin-turbocharged, direct-injected 3.5-liter V-6 engine shares far more with the EcoBoost six in Ford's Daytona Prototype LMP2 race car than it does with any roadgoing Ford engine. With more than 600 horsepower, the GT's V-6 earns the awesome "Powered by Ford" branding.</span></li>
<li><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;"> </span><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">Oh yeah, baby, Ford plans on keeping the two colossal, jetfighter-like exhaust outlets right where they are, high up on the rear bumper. Those cannons are just finishers, however—the actual exhaust pipes terminate a few inches ahead of them. We don't care, the openings look the business.</span></li>
<li><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;"> </span><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">With a near-horizontal rear window that's roughly one and a half feet wide, parking is probably going to be the least-fun thing you could do in a GT. So the hyperFord has a backup camera nestled in the nether regions of its diffuser. It makes sense, of course, as the things are federally mandated after 2016.</span></li>
<li><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;"> </span><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;">According to Ford VP of design Moray Callum, the styling is 95 percent complete. That last 5 percent? We're told the GT needs little things like the door mirrors larger than teaspoons and subtle lighting tweaks to be salable. Otherwise, what you see here is what is going to hit driveways. This is fantastic news because, well, just look at the thing.</span></li>
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But the niggling question hangs in the minds of many—what does FoMoCo’s new supercar sound like? It’s a longstanding jab at the Viper that the V-10 snake sounds like a United Parcel Service vehicle at idle. Scratch that. The GT is the new king of the demonic delivery trucks. The 3.5-liter V-6 garble-gargles through its high-mounted tailpipes, while the twin turbos send their barbaric whirring hiss echoing through the taillight tubes. If Steven Spielberg’s Duel were remade by Michael Bay, it’s the noise the film’s menacing Peterbilt would make at rest. Watch the clip below to see what we mean.<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: #444444; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 18.2000007629395px; orphans: auto; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px;"> </span><br />
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A lot of kids are rough on their toys, especially when it comes to those made to be used outside, like a four-wheeled kid-size Power Wheels. Whether it's cruising through the sand box, carrying piles of rocks in the driveway or crashing around trees in the backyard, these motorized vehicles often take punishment from the moment the giftwrap comes off.<br />
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new communications and entertainment system – features faster performance,
more conversational voice recognition, a more intuitive smartphone-like
touch screen and easier-to-understand graphical interface to help Ford
customers connect and control their smartphone on the road </span></li>
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way to control smartphone apps, the addition of Siri Eyes-Free capability
for iPhone users, over-the-air software updates using Wi-Fi, and enhanced
911 Assist® that provides subscription-free emergency calling in the event
of a significant accident</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><a href="http://www.emetroford.com/"><span style="color: blue;">Ford</span></a>
today introduced SYNC® 3, a new communications and entertainment system that is
faster, more intuitive and easier to use with enhanced response to driver
commands.<br />
<br />
SYNC 3’s more conversational voice recognition technology, a more
smartphone-like touch screen and easy-to-read graphics will help millions of
drivers connect with their lives and control their smartphone while on the
road.<br />
<br />
The next-generation system builds on the capability of SYNC technology already
in more than 10 million SYNC-equipped vehicles on the road globally. SYNC 3
begins arriving on new vehicles next year.<br />
<br />
“<a href="http://www.emetroford.com/"><span style="color: blue;">Ford</span></a>
is delivering an easier way for customers to stay connected,” said Raj Nair,
Ford chief technical officer and group vice president, Global Product
Development. “SYNC 3 is another step forward in delivering connectivity
features customers most want, and they tell us this kind of technology is an
important part of their decision to buy our vehicles.”<br />
<br />
Ford took a customer-centric approach in developing SYNC 3, drawing on 22,000
customer comments and suggestions, plus insights gleaned from research clinics,
market surveys and tech industry benchmarking.<br />
<b><br />
Intuitive interface</b><br />
<br />
Although SYNC 3 is optimized for hands-free use, an all-new touch screen
delivers an experience similar to a smartphone or tablet.<br />
<br />
Quicker response to touch as well as voice commands and smartphone-like
gestures including pinch-to-zoom and swipe are central to SYNC 3, along with
crisp, modern graphics.<br />
<br />
A bright background and large buttons with high-contrast fonts for daytime use
help reduce screen washout in the sun. At night, the display automatically
switches to a dark background to help reduce eye fatigue and minimize
reflections on the windows.<br />
<br />
“We considered all the modern smartphones and mobile operating systems and
created something familiar but unique,” said Parrish Hanna, Ford global
director of Human Machine Interface.<br />
<br />
SYNC 3 reduces on-screen complexity and prioritizes the control options
customers use most.<br />
<br />
The home screen features three zone choices – Navigation, Audio and Phone.
Tile-like icons dominate the screen, with a quick access function tray along
the bottom making for a more straight-forward user experience.<br />
<br />
Phone contacts are searchable via a simple swipe of the finger to scroll
through the alphabet. With “One Box Search,” SYNC 3 users can look up points of
interest or enter addresses in much the same way they use an Internet search
engine.<br />
<br />
“Simplicity has value,” said Hanna. “Reducing the number of things on-screen
also makes control easier and is designed to limit the number of times a driver
has to glance at the screen.”<br />
<b><br />
Easy-to-use voice recognition</b><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.emetroford.com/"><span style="color: blue;">Ford</span></a>
SYNC – the industry’s first system to widely and most affordably offer
voice-activated technology to control smartphones – becomes more capable with
the next-generation system by minimizing the number of steps needed to carry
out a command.<br />
<br />
With SYNC 3, simply saying “play <song, artist, album or genre>” prompts
the system to play the desired song, artist, playlist or album; there is no
need to identify the desired category. To switch back to a radio station, the
user just says the name of the SiriusXM station or terrestrial radio station number.<br />
<br />
Voice search results are enhanced by a better understanding of how consumers
refer to businesses and points of interest. Drivers don’t have to know an exact
name. They can search for “Detroit Airport” rather than using the official name
“Detroit Metropolitan Airport.” With addresses, they can say, “Eleven
Twenty-Five Main Street” instead of “One One Two Five Main Street.”<br />
<br />
When connected to an Apple iPhone, SYNC 3 offers seamless integration of Siri
Eyes-Free control. Drivers can seek Siri’s help by holding down SYNC’s “Push to
Talk” steering wheel button – much as they would hold down the button on an
iPhone to initiate a Siri session.<br />
<br />
<b>Innovative features</b><br />
<br />
<a href="http://www.emetroford.com/"><span style="color: blue;">Ford</span></a>
was first to bring voice control to in-vehicle apps with AppLink™, and the
experience is further improved with SYNC 3.<br />
<br />
AppLink allows customers to connect their smartphone to their vehicle and
control their compatible apps using voice commands or buttons on the vehicle
display screen. AppLink now automatically discovers smartphone apps including
Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, NPR One, SiriusXM Radio and iHeartRadio Auto, and
displays their unique graphics and branding. Music and news apps are
automatically displayed along with other media sources, just like AM/FM or
SiriusXM.<br />
<br />
“Overall, AppLink is faster, more responsive and easier to find your apps,”
said Julius Marchwicki, Ford global product manager, AppLink. “The overall
design of SYNC 3 allows for better integration with smartphones – resulting in
a more user-friendly experience.”<br />
<br />
Developers easily can integrate branded apps into AppLink, providing Ford
customers with an experience on the vehicle screen similar to what they see on
smartphone screens.<br />
<br />
SYNC 3 also features the new ability to update the software via Wi-Fi. Once a
vehicle is set up with credentials for a home Wi-Fi network accessible in a
customer’s driveway or garage, for example, it can automatically download
updates.<br />
<br />
SYNC 3, like earlier generations of the technology, provides subscription-free
emergency service 911 Assist®.<br />
<br />
The customer’s Bluetooth-connected phone is used to dial 911 in the event of a
significant accident, alerting first-responders with the vehicle’s location.
With SYNC 3, the car relays additional information, including if airbags were
deployed, the type of crash (front, side, rear or rollover) and the number of
safety belts detected in use, in order to help emergency call takers dispatch
the appropriate resources to the scene.</span></div>
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Severe weather can be both frightening and dangerous for
automobile travel. Motorists should know the safety rules for dealing with
winter road emergencies. We want to remind motorists to be cautious while
driving in adverse weather. </div>
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<b>We recommend the following winter driving tips:</b></div>
<ul style="margin-top: 0in;" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Avoid
driving while you’re fatigued. Getting the proper amount of rest before
taking on winter weather tasks reduces driving risks.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Never
warm up a vehicle in an enclosed area, such as a garage.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Make
certain your tires are properly inflated.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Never
mix radial tires with other tire types.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Keep
your gas tank at least half full to avoid gas line freeze-up.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">If
possible, avoid using your parking brake in cold, rainy and snowy weather.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Do not
use cruise control when driving on any slippery surface (wet, ice, sand).</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Always
look and steer where you want to go.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;">Use
your seat belt every time you get into your vehicle.</li>
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<b>Tips for long-distance winter trips:</b></div>
<ul style="margin-top: 0in;" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;">Watch
weather reports prior to a long-distance drive or before driving in
isolated areas. Delay trips when especially bad weather is expected. If
you must leave, let others know your route, destination and estimated time
of arrival.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;">Always
make sure your vehicle is in peak operating condition.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;">Keep
at least half a tank of gasoline in your vehicle at all times.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;">Pack a
cellular telephone plus blankets, gloves, hats, food, water and any needed
medication in your vehicle.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;">If you
become snow-bound, stay with your vehicle. It provides temporary shelter
and makes it easier for rescuers to locate you. Don’t try to walk in a
severe storm. It’s easy to lose sight of your vehicle in blowing snow and
become lost.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;">Don’t
over exert yourself if you try to push or dig your vehicle out of the
snow.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;">Tie a
brightly colored cloth to the antenna or place a cloth at the top of a
rolled up window to signal distress. At night, keep the dome light on if
possible. It only uses a small amount of electricity and will make it
easier for rescuers to find you.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;">Make
sure the exhaust pipe isn’t clogged with snow, ice or mud. A blocked
exhaust could cause deadly carbon monoxide gas to leak into the passenger
compartment with the engine running.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;">Use
whatever is available to insulate your body from the cold. This could
include floor mats, newspapers or paper maps.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;">If
possible run the engine and heater just long enough to remove the chill
and to conserve gasoline.</li>
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<b>Tips for driving in the snow:</b></div>
<ul style="margin-top: 0in;" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;">Accelerate
and decelerate slowly. Applying the gas slowly to accelerate is the best
method for regaining traction and avoiding skids. Don’t try to get moving
in a hurry. And take time to slow down for a stoplight. Remember: It takes
longer to slow down on icy roads.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;">Drive
slowly. Everything takes longer on snow-covered roads. Accelerating,
stopping, turning – nothing happens as quickly as on dry pavement. Give
yourself time to maneuver by driving slowly.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;">The
normal dry pavement following distance of three to four seconds
should be increased to eight to ten seconds. This increased margin of
safety will provide the longer distance needed if you have to stop.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;">Know
your brakes. Whether you have antilock brakes or not, the best way to stop
is threshold breaking. Keep the heel of your foot on the floor and use the
ball of your foot to apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;">Don’t
stop if you can avoid it. There’s a big difference in the amount of
inertia it takes to start moving from a full stop versus how much it takes
to get moving while still rolling. If you can slow down enough to keep
rolling until a traffic light changes, do it.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;">Don’t
power up hills. Applying extra gas on snow-covered roads just starts your
wheels spinning. Try to get a little inertia going before you reach the
hill and let that inertia carry you to the top. As you reach the crest of
the hill, reduce your speed and proceed downhill as slowly as possible.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;">Don’t
stop going up a hill. There’s nothing worse than trying to get moving up a
hill on an icy road. Get some inertia going on a flat roadway before you
take on the hill.</li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;">Stay
home. If you really don’t have to go out, don’t. Even if you can drive
well in the snow, not everyone else can. Don’t tempt fate: If you don’t
have somewhere you have to be, watch the snow from indoors.</li>
</ul>
<div class="MsoNormal">
Original post can be viewed <a href="http://exchange.aaa.com/safety/roadway-safety/winter-driving-tips/">here</a>.</div>
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<span style="background: white; color: black; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Are you ready for the upcoming
winter and what it will be offering? Before you rush to the store for the
last gallon of milk and loaf of bread, you’ll want to be sure your car is
ready to battle the elements.<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span style="background: white; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%;">Follow these tips<span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="color: #636363;"> </span></span><span style="color: black;">before
venturing out into the winter wonderland. </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%;"></span></div>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; color: black; line-height: 14.65pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><a href="http://www.emetroford.com/page/serviceappt-multistep/master/car-service/"><strong><u><span style="color: #636363; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;">Get a Tune-Up</span></u></strong></a><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;">.<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>Have your mechanic check your
hoses, belts<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br />
and anti-freeze. A weakened hose or belt can break and leave you
stranded, or a<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br />
weak solution of anti-freeze can ice up and damage your cooling system. </span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; color: black; line-height: 14.65pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><a href="http://www.emetroford.com/page/serviceappt-multistep/master/car-service/"><strong><u><span style="color: #636363; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;">Check Your Battery</span></u></strong></a><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;">.</span><span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="color: #636363; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;">Make sure your
car’s battery connection<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br />
is clean, tight and corrosion-free. The battery should be securely
mounted. If<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br />
the battery is three years old or more, have it tested and replace it
if<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br />
necessary. <span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; color: black; line-height: 14.65pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><strong><u><span style="color: #636363; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;">Check Your Heater and Defroster</span></u></strong><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;">.<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>If your heater isn’t<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br />
working, you’ll probably know. But what about front and rear
defrosters? Before<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br />
you’re faced with a frosty windshield, turn your front and rear
defrosters on<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br />
and off to make sure they’re working. </span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; color: black; line-height: 14.65pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><a href="http://www.emetroford.com/page/serviceappt-multistep/master/car-service/"><strong><u><span style="color: #636363; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;">Give Yourself a Brake</span></u></strong></a><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;">.<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>If you have the slightest concern<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br />
that something’s amiss with your brakes, get them inspected
immediately. If you<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br />
have anti-lock brakes, you should avoid pumping the brakes if you
begin to<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br />
slide. </span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; color: black; line-height: 14.65pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><a href="http://www.emetroford.com/page/serviceappt-multistep/master/car-service/"><strong><u><span style="color: #636363; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;">Have Your Exhaust System Checked</span></u></strong></a><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;">.<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>Ask your mechanic to<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br />
double check the exhaust system for leaks, which can emit dangerous
carbon<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br />
monoxide into your car. If you become stuck in the snow and want to
run the<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br />
engine and heater, make sure your tail pipe is clear of the snow and
crack open<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br />
a window to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, which can be
fatal. </span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; color: black; line-height: 14.65pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><strong><u><span style="color: #636363; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;">Fill up with Washer Fluid</span></u></strong><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;">.<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span>Slush and mud splashed on a<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br />
windshield can spell danger for a winter driver. Make sure your
washer fluid<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br />
reservoir is sufficiently full, and keep a spare jug in the
trunk. </span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; color: black; line-height: 14.65pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><strong><u><span style="color: #636363; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;">Consider New Wiper Blades.</span></u></strong><span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="color: #636363; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;">Even if your
windshield wiper blades<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br />
are in good condition, you might want to upgrade to a rubber coated
snow blade<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br />
that can handle the extra weight of wet snow. They’re not expensive,
and could<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br />
make your winter driving a lot safer in the long run. </span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; color: black; line-height: 14.65pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><a href="http://www.emetroford.com/section/car-service/car-tires/Chicago-IL-Ford-Dealer"><strong><u><span style="color: #636363; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;">Take a Look at Your Tires</span></u></strong></a><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;">.</span><span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="color: #636363; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;">Your tires need to
have adequate<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br />
tread with “grip” to propel you through the snow. </span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; color: black; line-height: 14.65pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list .5in;"><strong><u><span style="color: #636363; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;">Fill Her Up!</span></u></strong><span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="color: #636363; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt;">One of the best
driving tips for winter is to<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br />
keep your tank more than half full at all times. It will help you avoid<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br />
freezing in your fuel lines, and will keep you safer in winter
weather<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br />
situations.</span></li>
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<span style="background: white; color: black; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 10.0pt; line-height: 107%;">If for any reason you are in
need of assistance with any one of these safety precautions please give us
a call and we will be happy to help you in any way we can. Please visit <a href="http://www.emetroford.com/">Metro Ford</a> or <a href="http://www.emetroford.com/page/serviceappt-multistep/master/car-service/">schedule an appointment</a> today!</span></div>
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