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When you’re forced to drive in a storm, make sure you check out this feature in your Ford to help enhance your safety.

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…

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…

The first ever Trailtoad Battlerun 5K is a unique charitable event that delivers fun for participants of all fitness levels. Whether you want to take a nice jog through beautiful Mulberry Park or try an intense 5K full of tough but exciting obstacles, the Trailtoad Battlerun is looking for you.

With a Tadpole Trail Fun Run, even young trail toads can get in on the action, so make sure to sign your kids up too if you’re interested in getting them involved in active events that benefit great causes.

The 5k is scheduled to take place on Saturday, Oct…

At this year’s Further with Ford summit, several wild new concepts were debuted – from an “On-the-Go H20” center-console water dispenser to a hoverboard that can tow your cargo. The new concepts were presented at the end of the summit, culminating the event with a peek into the imaginations of Ford’s engineering team. Learn more about a few of the concepts in the videos below.

ON-THE-GO H20

This unique in-car water dispenser is one of the most interesting automotive concepts we’ve ever seen. It recovers water from the condenser in the air conditioning system and pumps it through…

The nation’s truck leader has teamed up with the organizers of America’s favorite sport. After signing a three-year sponsorship deal with the National Football League, Ford has announced that the F-Series is the official truck of the NFL, and to celebrate the automaker is holding an exclusive sweepstakes.

Football fans can register online for a chance to win an all-new, redesigned 2017 Ford F-Series Super Duty and a VIP trip to Super Bowl 51! If you’re ready for some football and some Ford Super Duty, visit the Ford Toughest Ticket page to sign up for an opportunity…

Here are some awesome tips from Ford that’ll help you get your car prepared for the hustle and bustle of back-to-school season!

1. Get High Tech
   Instead of penciling in those carpooling schedules, use online calendars that you can share with other parents. And, to avoid heavy traffic on your trips, make sure you have traffic apps at your command.


2. Get Smart About Storage
   Several easy back-to-school storage solutions for cars include repurposing items such…

Every year, Cars.com gets a small team together to test out the latest compact SUVs on the market. Because small utility vehicles have become so popular, the website has begun to assess them every year, with this year being the first in which they’ve used a Champions vs. Challengers theme.

So who were the contenders?

Former “champions” included last year’s Compact SUV Challenge winner, the Honda CR-V, along with the segment sales leader, the Toyota RAV4. New contenders, specifically compact utility vehicles that have been remodeled since May 2015, included the Kia Sportage, Hyundai Tucson, and our…

If you haven't already enjoyed an evening at one of the free Lawrenceville Summer Concerts, you only have two more chances before the series ends! The next date is coming up on Friday, Aug. 26, 2016, and families across the area are invited to the show.

Downtown Lawrenceville holds free outdoor concerts every summer from May through September, and the events take place on the last Friday of each month rain or shine. The concerts run from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. and include music from popular local artists as well as famous cover bands.

You can…

Ford Focus RS models are popping up on streets around the nation and we’re excited to see that one of the first owners of the new model is Matt LeBlanc!

You may know him from the show “Friends,” on which he played the memorable character Joey; but these days, LeBlanc is making waves as one of the new cohosts of “Top Gear.” Hosting the show offers the benefit of getting to drive some of the most amazing cars in the world; yet, when it comes down to the vehicle that LeBlanc uses for his latest daily driver, he chooses…