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Agave is roasted, pressed, fermented and distilled to create a popular spirit that’s shipped across the U.S., but it turns out that it’s not just good for filling up shot glasses.

Ford Motor Company has joined forces with Jose Cuervo to explore ways in which wasted agave fiber can be used to create car parts. Lots of testing is being conducted using the durable fibers, which have the ability to be transformed into a low-weight, sustainable composite.

Ultimately, the composite could result in lighter car parts that help improve fuel economy. Plus, it would minimize the use…

For art lovers, there are plenty of fun things to do in the Atlanta area this summer. Whether you want to make your next masterpiece or go explore outdoor galleries, one of these fun events is sure to satisfy.

Alpharetta Art in the Park
Now through September on select dates, locals can head to the outdoor artists market in downtown Alpharetta. You can see art pieces being created right before your eyes and purchase work from local artisans. A variety of mediums are represented, including jewelry, woodwork, pottery, soaps and lotions, clothing and much more.

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July 30, 2016
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Ford continues to incorporate innovative new features on the award-winning F-150 and this year is no different. As the company celebrates hitting 1 million F-150 EcoBoost sales, a brand-new engine is being ushered into the lineup.

Standard on the incoming 2017 Ford F-150 is an all-new, second-generation 3.5-liter V6 EcoBoost with efficiency-enhancing Auto Start-Stop technology; the engine is paired with a brand-new 10-speed automatic transmission! Together the duo will help the F-150 produce even greater power and fuel efficiency. In regard to power, Ford says shoppers can expect a minimum of 30 lb-ft more torque, but full specs haven…

If safety is something high on your list of musts when it comes to purchasing a new car, the 2017 Ford Fusion is one of your top options. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, an independent, nonprofit research company, put the new Fusion through its battery of crash tests and the car passed with flying colors.

Test categories included moderate overlap front, side, roof strength and head restraints, and the Ford Fusion earned the highest score of “Good” in all evaluations. To earn the title of Top Safety Pick+, which is the institute’s most elite honor, Fusion’s available…

Fridays-N-Duluth

A longtime Duluth tradition returns! From May through October, Fridays-N-Duluth will offer fun entertainment, delicious food and all sorts of family-friendly activities for all ages. It’s a community block party like no other, coinciding with Food Truck Fridays and Flicks on the Bricks!

Every Friday night from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in downtown Duluth, visitors can look forward to a variety of entertainment. A fantastic food truck lineup will be onsite, featuring local favorites like Field Dog Kitchen, Scratch and King of Pops. If you visit on the first and third Friday of each month…

If you care about your car and want to ensure it stays in good health for years to come, there are some things you should never do to it. See our list of the five worst things a driver can do to their car.

Driving When a Car Overheats
When you see a slight increase in the temperature gauge, you can do small things like turn off the AC to try and prevent it from rising any further. However, if temperatures continue to increase, or if the gauge is rising quickly, you should get off the road as fast as…

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Remember when you were turning 15? When the excitement of getting closer to adulthood was palpable and there was only one way to celebrate – with a party! Well, recently, we got to participate in a promotion that rewarded one lucky winner with a coming-of-age celebration like no other.

Over this past March and April, Univision 34 Atlanta invited teens to show off their talents in a one-of-a-kind Un Sueño de Quince promotion, which Gwinnett Place Ford was very proud to sponsor. From singing and dancing to painting and much more, local teens auditioned for a chance…

Just how much aluminum does Ford recycle every month at its Dearborn plant? The answer is a lot. The automaker’s efforts to go green are tremendous in fact. Using recycled aluminum prevents 95 percent of the greenhouse gas emissions created by aluminum production, making the F-150’s composition exceptionally eco-friendly.

Getting a bit more specific with the answer to our original question, Ford recycles approximately 20 million pounds of aluminum stamping scrap every month! That’s enough to build 30,000 F-150 bodies.

When aluminum coil goes through the stamping process, about 30-40 percent of it becomes scrap, but…

Mustang has joined the Monopoly family, representing Ford in a new board game that’s all about top brands. Monopoly Empire is a little different than the real estate-focused game you played as a child. Instead of buying up properties, players aim to build the biggest business empire by purchasing hot brands, and Ford is among the companies that players can seize for their own.

The Ford Mustang has been a pop culture icon since the start of its career, claiming spots in movies, TV shows and even song lyrics. Now it’s a piece in one of the nation…

A movie sensation turned Broadway favorite, Frozen has now found yet another outlet in which to awe viewers – and that’s on ice. Coming soon to Gwinnett’s Infinite Energy Center, Disney On Ice is presenting Frozen like you’ve never seen it before.