Hybrid or Electric F150s? Maybe, just not yet.
The new Atlas Concept that Ford Motor Co. unveiled at Detroit revealed several interesting technologies that altogether could save fuel: active grille shutters, active wheel shutters, a drop-down air dam, and power running boards. Then Raj Nair Group Vice President, Global Product Development of Ford Motor Company stated that that Ford expects “an increase in electrification across segments,” … Continue reading
TOP 5 WEEKEND GETAWAYS IN MARYLAND, PART II
Getting tired of the everyday drag and looking to escape this weekend? The second ranked place on USA Today’s top five getaways in Maryland is Deep Creek Lake. This is a weekend getaway for that outdoorsy adventure type. Looking for something a little more laid back maybe sit by the beach all day? Check out … Continue reading
Take a Road Trip this Holiday Weekend and Strengthen Your Love
YourTango.com and Ford have just released a new survey showing that a long car ride for couples can strengthen their relationship. 90% of the couples surveyed stated that taking some sort of road trip helped bond the two of them more together. When couples where asked, what is so special about a road trip that … Continue reading
Ford Helps Locavores with New App
Ford has made a commitment to promoting sustainable practices. In honor of this Commitment Ford has teamed up with SHFT.com a leading sustainability website to create an app that helps be more “Locavore”. This Locavore movement means that individuals are making a commitment to eating fresh food that is grown locally. Closer food sources mean … Continue reading
Top 5 Weekend Getaways in Maryland
It may not seem like it, but we are in the midst of spring. Anyone else starting to catch spring fever? That feeling that you just can’t sit still, where you would do anything to escape the real world even if just for a weekend? With that in mind we are here to share with … Continue reading
A True David vs. Goliath Story on the Superspeedway
We couldn’t resist sharing our great pride in the Ford Racing accomplishments this weekend. It was one of NASCAR’s longest days on May 5th at Talladega Superspeedway, the 2013 Aaron’s 499. This year it was at truly a David vs. Goliath story Talladega Superspeedway. David Ragan (the literal and metaphorical David in this story) gives Front Row … Continue reading
Meet A New Member of the Team: Anastacio Martinez
We would like to introduce to you one of the newest product specialist here at Academy Ford, Anastacio Martinez. Martinez is new to the Academy Ford family and has over 5 years of working in customer relations. He believes that his customer service skills along with being fluent in Spanish will come in very handy … Continue reading
Introducing the NEW 2014 Fiesta ST
The buzz is starting to brew as we draw closer to the release of the new 2014 Ford Fiesta ST. The new Fiesta ST is packed with all the latest technologies, built for performance but is rounded off with a very sophisticated style. Introducing the NEW 2014 Fiesta ST: The introduction of the NEW ST … Continue reading
PLAN A DATE NIGHT WITH YOUR RIDE, PART IV
If you like the smell of burnt rubber and Mustangs then grab that special someone and head on down to the Maryland International Raceway (MIR). The National Mustang Racers Association (NMRA) is hosting a major racing competition. If this does not seem to be your style or maybe you’re looking for a more laid back, … Continue reading
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