Fall Auto Maintenance DIY
Fall is a time of shorter days, cooler temperatures, and the inclement weather of winter is drawing near. So, it is a great time to prepare your vehicle for these upcoming weather changes. We have 5 simple DIY auto maintenance projects for you today and in the upcoming weeks, which we hope will help prepare you for … Read more
SIMMY CELEBRATES 28 YEARS WITH ACADEMY FORD
Simmy has been a part of the Academy Ford family for 28 years today. He started his career at Academy Ford as a painter in the body shop. When an unexpected medical leave came up for the then manager he was asked to step up and take over. Within that time he had a self-taught … Read more
Get Your Car Ready for Back to School
So, the school supplies have been purchased, new fall clothes are overflowing the kids’ closets, and the carpooling schedule has been finalized. (If not check out this post) You are ready for the school year to begin, right? Not so fast…you have to get the car ready too! Don’t worry there aren’t too many things … Read more
How to Get the Most Out of Your Service Appointment
Whether you are coming to see us for routine maintenance or you’re having issues with your vehicle that you just can’t figure out. These tips will help you get the most out of your service appointment. Communicate: The better the customer can convey to one of our service advisers what is wrong with his/her vehicle the easier it … Read more
6 Quick Tips to Driving Safely at Night
It’s just about midway through July and we want to take this opportunity to prepare you for August, the most dangerous month of the year when considering auto accidents; driving at night being the most fatal circumstance. 49% of all fatal car accidents occur at night despite there being fewer drivers on the road. The … Read more
Your Car Breaks Down, Now What?
The shoulders on most highways this time of year are limited due to the immense amount of construction work going on in the area. Even if you are lucky enough to find some free shoulder space use extreme caution! The side of the road can be a very dangerous place. With tons of metal, plastic, … Read more
Mitzi Celebrates 15 Years with Academy Ford
Mitzi has been a part of the Academy Ford family for 15 years today. She started her career at Academy Ford as a part-time File Clerk with basic bookkeeping responsibilities transitioning into a full time position in 2002. She began as an Accounts Receivables Specialist and is now working as our Warranty Administrator in the … Read more
