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When you are backing out of a parking space, it helps to have the rearview camera you'll find in today's Ford Focus. Did you know that you can also have a rear cross-traffic alert? This system spots moving vehicles that may cross the reverse path of the Focus. Together these safety tools are an effective way to help the Ford Focus driver avoid fender benders and other common parking accidents.

A rear cross-traffic alert is part of BLIS, the Blind Spot Information System. Ford Focus drivers will appreciate how BLIS reveals traffic in the Salisbury, MA driver's…

Ford engineers paid particular attention to the feel inside the Ford Flex. The full-sized SUV has an immense amount of room in the interior that makes for a spacious feel. To enhance this feeling, Ford incorporated a unique design into the vehicle’s ceiling.

The 2018 Ford Flex welcomes nature into the interior. Ford engineers cut holes in the roof of the vehicle to bring the great outdoors into the spacious c passenger and driver compartment. With the addition of a Multipanel Vista Roof design, natural light enters the cabin from all angles. All three rows of seats have a…

During winter, there is a lot of snow, extremely low temperatures, and freezing rain, which makes it dangerous to drive at this time of the year. And now that the winter season is coming are you prepared for it? Winter is the period when you need to keep your windshield clearer while driving since there a lot of obstacles on the road. It is, however, the most challenging time to keep your car’s windshield clear, unless you invest in high-quality winter wiper blades.

If you own a vehicle for an extended length of time, the headlight coverings commonly become cloudy. However, there are a few quick tricks to remove the fog and ensure the lights work at optimal levels at night. Grab a rag, dampen it and apply toothpaste to the covering. Scrub the headlights. Rinse and dry. If toothpaste does not do the trick, then consider using insect repellent. But, you must apply the chemical to the rag to prevent ruining the vehicle's paint. Rub the dampened cloth over the lights until clean.

Purchasing a new or certified used vehicle is an exciting event. It can also be a challenging one. Aside from the right automobile choice for your situation, you will most likely need to consider including either a powertrain or a bumper-to-bumper warranty. If you have a working knowledge of what each includes, it will ease some of your burdens.

A powertrain warranty usually includes all of the internal parts that are responsible for your vehicle’s movement. An example of these oiled parts includes the transmission, driveshaft, and engine.

If you need to tow a boat or a trailer, there are a few safety tips that you will want to follow. You want to make sure that your trailer is up to standard, and you want to make sure that your vehicle is ready to tow.

When towing, make sure that you don't tow too much. Towing excess weight will damage your vehicle. Before towing, check the tires and tire pressure on your vehicle and on the trailer. Add air if needed. Also, you will want to check the lights on the trailer. They need to be properly…

When you're searching for the perfect SUV, what qualities are you looking at? Do you want something spacious? How about an SUV with third-row seating? Do you want something with solid gas mileage? How about a vehicle that will handle well on long road trips?

If you're in the market for a dependable SUV, you're probably considering both the Ford Expedition and the GMC Yukon. Both of these vehicles have a number of benefits, including spacious seating and strong engines. It's important to note, though, that depending on your preferences when it comes to handling and…

The benefits of driving with a full tank of gas in your car far outweigh any reasons you might have for going too long between gas station visits. These are just a couple of the biggest benefits of driving the car with a tank full of gas.

The trouble with driving on icy roads is that you can break down any moment. Sliding on an icy patch into a tree, off into a snow bank, or in a ditch, could leave you stranded for a while as help is on the way. An empty gas tank means you could be…

We have all heard of four-wheel drive and all-wheel drive before. But what is really the difference? How do we know what is right for our next car?

• All wheel drive technology was made for wet or snowy roads. As all 4 wheels are in use all the time, it can produce a more secure feeling even on dry pavement.
• Four-wheel drive technology has been around just as long and seems to be more well known.
• While both are different the basic concept is the same. If you have four wheels why not put them to work for better traction…

James Watt, an inventor and a man who designed steam engines, is credited as the first person to use the term horsepower. He did so to help sell his products to farmers and others during the 18th century. He knew that if he was to be successful, he would need to relate his engines to the most used form of power during that time.

Watt spent time at a local coal mine watching ponies pulling coal-filled carts and calculated that a single pony could effectively pull 33 pounds of weight per minute. This measurement continues to be used today to…