Fords for Less in Grand Rapids, Michigan

A Faster, Simpler, Better MyFord Touch is Here

March 26th, 2012

The Ford MyFord Touch® connectivity system is resonating with buyers, ranking as an important part of their vehicle purchase decision. In fact, 56 percent of drivers of 2011 and 2012 models said in owner surveys that MyFord Touch was important to their purchase decision. The popular and flexible system is receiving an upgrade, launching on 2013 Ford Taurus and Flex, as well as for current customers with eligible systems.

For current U.S. customers, Ford will mail out MyFord Touch and MyLincoln Touch upgrade packages that include a USB flash drive with the updated software, a notification letter, detailed instructions for the 60-minute download and an updated user guide. Navigation-equipped vehicle owners also will receive an updated SD card with all-new, updated map data. If preferred, customers also can elect to take their vehicle to a Ford or Lincoln dealer for installation of the upgrade.

Read the rest of this entry »


You Must Set Your DVR for This TV Show

March 26th, 2012

There’s a pretty crazy motorsports TV series you need to check out. P.S. By crazy, we mean, completely awesome!

Ford and Fuel TV collaborated to bring about the TV series, Octane Academy, which pits four action sports camps against one another in some pretty grueling challenges. And 32 fierce contestants have been divided into those four camps, each run by a pro driver. “The Academy is centered on the adrenaline rush, and boy, does Ford deliver!” said Mary Ellen Abraham, Ford Experimental Marketing Manager.

Read the rest of this entry »


Platinum Coming to Super Duty

March 12th, 2012

From its bold mesh-detailed grille to its exclusive satin-chrome tailgate applique, the new 2013 Ford Super Duty Platinum clearly communicates your hardworking ethic and recognizes your platinum level of success. Inside, Crew Cab spaciousness combines with unique premium leather-trimmed seating to give this Built Ford Tough truck an unprecedented level of sophistication.

Available in the Super Duty Crew Cab, it can be ordered as an F-250, F-350 or F-450 and with the 6.7-liter Power Stroke® diesel engine or the 6.2-liter V8 gas engine.

Read the rest of this entry »


2012 Focus Electric: 110 MPGe

March 12th, 2012

As we move closer to the production of the 2012 Ford Focus Electric, the good news keeps coming. Today, it was announced that the Ford Focus Electric will be America’s most fuel-efficient five-passenger vehicle, with an EPA-estimated 110 miles-per-gallon equivalent (MPGe) in the city, 99 MPGe on the highway and a combined EPA-estimated 105 MPGe.

Anytime you can use the words, “America’s most fuel-efficient,” it’s time to celebrate! And we think future owners of the 2012 Ford Focus Electric will do plenty of celebrating.

Read the rest of this entry »


 

© 2024 - Borgman Ford Mazda Grand Rapids News