Wi-Fi Hotspot Featured on New 2018 Ford Models

This fall, Ford will introduce a Wi-Fi hotspot to its lineup for the first time ever. Select new 2018 Ford cars, trucks and SUVs will offer the hotspot, which is built into the available SYNC Connect system and powered by AT&T’s 4G LTE network.

The hotspot is accessible up to 50 feet away from the car and is capable of supporting up to 10 devices – more than the seven devices that GM’s hotspot can support.

In-car Wi-Fi opens up many possibilities for vehicle owners and passengers. From streaming music and movies to surfing the web, sending emails…

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Cosmic Wall Climbing Hits the Atlanta Area

Cosmic wall climbing at Adrenaline Climbing in the Atlanta area

If you enjoy cosmic bowling, you’re going to love cosmic wall climbing. Whether you’ve climbed before or want to learn, Adrenaline Climbing offers a little something for guests of all levels. They're also home to the first and only cosmic climbing experience in the entire Atlanta area.

Professional climbing guides are there to provide assistance, and the facility offers climbs appropriate for kids, teens and adults. It’s only $15 to participate in cosmic climbing, with harnesses included for free. To enhance the cosmic atmosphere, dance music is pumped on high.

Adrenaline Climbing creates boulder problems (i…

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DriverScore App for Ford SYNC Can Help Lower Insurance Rates

Ford SYNC connects with DriverScore app

Ford models equipped with SYNC 3 now offer a unique way to potentially lower your insurance rate. DriverScore, a new app developed by IVOX, is changing the game when it comes to car insurance, offering personalized driving scores that can help motorists lower their premiums.

Ford is the first automaker to offer DriverScore connectivity, proving how its advanced SYNC AppLink technology truly enhances the vehicle ownership experience. If you own or lease a Ford car…

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Gwinnett Place Ford Teams With Univision 34 to Provide Gifts to Families in Need

The holiday season brings poinsettia wreaths and Christmas trees, festive family gatherings and, most of all, the spirit of giving.

While contributing to the local community is important year round, the holiday season is an especially pertinent time to uplift those who may be a little less fortunate than yourself. That’s why we were recently very privileged to take part in an event that brought holiday cheer to local families in need.

Through a heart-felt promotion with Univision 34 Atlanta, viewers helped select 10 deserving families who received holiday meals at a special dinner on Nov. 15. The event…

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2017 Ford Super Duty Named Motor Trend Truck of the Year

We’re excited to announce that the new 2017 Ford Super Duty has earned the elite title of Motor Trend Truck of the Year, beating rivals like the Nissan Titan and Titan XD, Ram 2500 and 3500 HD, and Honda Ridgeline.

Judged in several areas, including design, efficiency, engineering, performance, safety and more, the Ford Super Duty lineup excelled to such a great degree that Motor Trend says judges knew it would be the winner halfway into testing all models.

Following its full redesign, the 2017 Ford Super Duty lineup has undoubtedly become the standard bearer among heavy-duty trucks, pretty…

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Thanksgiving Half Marathon, 10K & 5K at Tribble Mill Park

If you want to work off some calories before indulging in a Thanksgiving feast, there’s an upcoming race scheduled just before turkey day. The Thanksgiving Half Marathon, 10K & 5K is taking place at Tribble Mill Park on Sunday, Nov. 20, and it’s your opportunity to get a running start on physical fitness before all the big holidays hit.

Whether you’re working your way up to run a full marathon and need some practice, or whether you simply want to do a 10K or 5K in a scenic atmosphere, this is sure to be the perfect event. All…

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New Ford Tech Prevents Accidents With 'Petextrians'

When you’re not driving, are you guilty of being a distracted walker? Today, more people than ever text while walking, which can create a dangerous scenario for anyone behind the wheel.

Ford aims to prevent accidents caused in these situations using new technology called Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection, a system available on the 2017 Ford Fusion. The technology helps drivers avoid petextrians who may inadvertently cross the street at the wrong time or walk into traffic because they’re paying too much attention to their smartphone.

Petextrians have caused an epidemic of distracted walking, which some countries have…

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