Plan a Date Night with Your Ride, Part III
It’s Friday and it’s springtime and you need some inspiration for your date night. Well we are here to save the day. This week we have decided to take it up a notch and get spontaneous and exciting. If you are not feeling too creative check out our other date night posts here, in case you missed … Read more
Plan a Date Night with Your Ride, Part II
It’s the beginning of the week and the weather is beautiful outside. As we get closer to summer, the days will get longer and the nights warmer. Don’t you and that special someone want get out of the house and enjoy these gorgeous spring nights? While we know that it’s tempting to fall into the … Read more
Plan a Date Night with Your Ride
Springtime is finally here and I know we are all very excited to spend some more time outdoors. In an effort to include your ride in your springtime festivities we are beginning a series of date nights ideas with your ride. A little silly we know but, it’s all in good fun. So, the first thing that … Read more
Derek Celebrates 20 Years with Academy Ford
Derek has been a part of the Academy Ford family for 20 years today. He began his career in automotive right here at Academy Ford. He started out as a porter keeping the grounds clean, assisting with any errands needed for the dealership, among other responsibilities. Only a few short months into the position an … Read more
10 Step Guide to Storing Your Car
With all the chatter about extended Spring Break vacays around the dealership. We thought we should share with you some tips on storing your ride while you are away, especially if it will be long-term. You may think that simply parking your car in a garage or using a car cover will be sufficient. However, … Read more
Maintaining Your Car Engine
Last week, we discussed the importance of Maintaining Your Car Battery. This week, we are focusing on how to keep your car’s engine running smoothly for years to come. Here are some tips to follow: If you let your car idle for an extended period of time, the engine doesn’t operate at its peak temperature, resulting in … Read more
Brake Fluid. Do you need to replace it?
Why is it important to replace my brake fluid? Most brake lines are made of something called Bundy tube or Bundy pipe, which are steel pipes lined with copper. The copper corrodes over time, which can damage your brake system. Copper corrodes when dissolved oxygen and acid reacts with the metal. Brake fluid is acidic … Read more
Maintaining Your Car Battery
It is important to take care of your car’s battery to ensure that it has the longest life possible. This is especially true during the winter season, when extreme temperatures put extra stress on your car battery. Cold temperatures make the battery work harder and, because the engine oil in your car is thicker, it … Read more
How to Stop Winter from Killing Your Ride
The winter season can really take a toll on your car. Here are some tips for the wintertime to ensure that your car stays in top condition. Don’t plan on driving one of your cars over the winter season? If you plan on storing your car for more than a month, there are certain steps … Read more
Lock it, Park it, Etch it: to Make your Tailgate Less Attractive to Thieves
According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB), tailgate theft is on the rise. They have noted that the thefts have been increasing since 2009, with an 18 percent increase projected from 2011 to 2012. The model that has been the number 1 target is the Ford F-series truck, most frequently the 2008 Ford F-250. With a … Read more
