Friday, July 31, 2015

2015 F-150 Takes The Top Spot In Safety For The Light-Duty Truck Category

2015 F-150 Takes The Top Spot In Safety For The Light-Duty Truck Category


BRIGHTON, Mich. - There's been a lot of trash talking lately involving the effectiveness and safety of the new 2015 Ford F-150, but let us clear it up: the 2015 F-150 takes the top spot in safety for the light-duty truck category. Ford's new F-150 is the toughest, lightest, smartest, most capable and safest truck EVER produced and now, Ford Motor Company can add "safest" to the description. The new truck is also the first truck in America to EVER pick up a Highway Safety Top Safety Pick for the SuperCrew model.

The crash-test performance for the F-150 exceeded expectations, thanks in part to its all-steel frame, high-strength, military-grade, aluminum alloy body and smart engineering. A breakthrough in innovation also was applied to the reparability of the all-new F-150, thanks to its innovative structure that simplifies repairs.

Ford basis their safety tests not by unrealistic stunts, but by real-world situations and accident repair data. A cross functional group comprised of seasoned automotive veterans worked to optimize vehicle weight savings and manufacturing design to deliver improved durability, capability, fuel economy and crash worthiness and that is the reason why the 2015 F-150 takes the top spot in safety for the light-duty truck category. 

Here at Brighton, we are proud of the all-new Ford F-150 and the engineers behind America's favorite truck! If you would like to stop by your Hartland Area Used Ford Dealer and get behind the wheel of one of our many 2015 Ford F-150s on the lot, feel free! Brighton Ford is located at 8240 Grand River Ave. just north of I-96 in Brighton. We are a family owned and operated business that strives for customer satisfaction. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800) 836-8206.

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Wednesday, July 29, 2015

The Ford GT Takes Home The Top North American Concept Vehicle Award

The Ford GT Wins Top North American Concept Vehicle Award
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BRIGHTON, Mich. - The Ford GT takes home the Top American Concept Vehicle Award, and these awards always focus on and recognize those vehicles most likely to shape the future of the auto industry as a whole. The fact that Ford's player in the sports car game is getting so much national recognition is super exciting! Each of the vehicle candidates were put through an intense selection process headed by more than two dozen jurors, and every vehicle nominated was introduced during this season's North American auto shows in Los Angeles, Detroit, Chicago, Toronto and New York. Finalists in the category included the Aston Martin Vulcan, the Buick Avenir and the Ford GT.  

The Ford GT took home the 2015 Production Preview Concept award, which marked the brand's 20th time as a category finalist and the fifth time as category winner. One of the jurors stated that the "Ford GT is already one of the all-time great designs, with styling that is simultaneously breathtaking and aerodynamically functional. A car for the ages."


The Ford GT takes home the Top American Concept Vehicle Award, which isn't surprising due to the national and international popularity the GT has been generating lately. The 2017 Ford GT will feature a stunning, next-generation twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6, and will produce more than 600 horsepower. The exciting EcoBoost engine will also be paired with  a seven-speed dual-clutch transaxle for a near instantaneous gear change and exceptional driver control.  


The new GT will join other Ford models, the Focus ST, Fiesta ST,  F-150 Raptor, Shelby GT350® and the Shelby® GT350R, as the latest addition to the Ford Performance lineup. At your local Hartland Area Used Car Dealer, we offer deals on New Cars and Used Cars, as well as Performance Cars.  If you would like to see them up close and personal, feel free to stop by! Brighton Ford is located at 8240 Grand River Ave. just north of I-96 in Brighton. We are a family owned and operated business that strives for customer satisfaction. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800) 836-8206.


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Friday, July 24, 2015

Ford Developing Advanced Lighting System To ID Potential Driving Hazards Before The Driver Does

Ford Developing Advanced Lighting System To ID Potential Driving Hazards Before The Driver Does


BRIGHTON, Mich. - Wouldn't it be great if your vehicle could help you actually "see" the road? Well you're in luck because Ford is developing an advanced lighting system to ID potential driving hazards before the driver does. This incredible new technology is called the Camera-Based Advanced Front Lighting System, and is one of the most exciting safety features Ford has ever produced!

This new system adds to Ford's current Adaptive Front Lighting System and Traffic Sign Recognition, which are already available in the current Ford lineup. These features improve visibility for drivers in badly-lit areas, as well as roundabouts and stop, give-away or yield signs.


This system is truly state-of-the-art! The Camera-Based Advanced Front Lighting System can spotlight hazards with a spot and a stripe on the road surface, which is illuminated by two special LED lamps next to the fog lights. The highlighted object shows on the display screen inside the car and is boxed by a red or yellow frame, depending on the proximity of the object and the level of danger presented. 

The fact that Ford is developing an advanced lighting system to ID potential driving hazards before the driver does further fortifies Ford Motor Company as one of the industry-leading producers in safety features and technology. If you would like to get a first-hand look at the current Ford safety systems integrated into its vehicles, stop by your local Howell Area Used Car Dealer today! We have tons of new and used vehicles for you to check out, or even take them out for a test drive. Brighton Ford is located at 8240 Grand River Ave. just north of I-96 in Brighton. We are a family owned and operated business that strives for customer satisfaction. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800) 836-8206.

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Tuesday, July 21, 2015

The F-150 Limited Is The Most Advanced And Luxurious Truck Ever

The F-150 Limited Is The Most Advanced And Luxurious Truck Ever

BRIGHTON, Mich. - Last week, we blogged about how the all-new Ford F-150 is the most fuel efficient truck every created, and now we're here to tell you that the 2015 F-150 Limited is the most advanced and luxurious truck ever! Ford Motor Company is the nation's leader when it comes to trucks and it has just introduced the most luxurious truck ever, the Ford F-150-Limited. The 2016 model will hit dealerships this winter, and will come loaded with more standard technology and driver convenience features than any other light-duty pickup truck.

Coming standard on the F-150 Limited is SYNC 3 with AppLink and class exclusive features such as 360-degree camera system adaptive cruise control, quad-beam LED headlamps, remote tailgate release and multi-contour massaging front seats. Wait, did we just say MASSAGING FRONT SEATS? Oh yeah we did!

The F-150 Limited Is The Most Advanced And Luxurious Truck Ever

The F-150 Limited is the most advanced and luxurious truck ever, and the updates are not just limited to the interior, but the exterior of the truck as well. Design elements include raised "LIMITED" lettering on the hood, a unique custom satin chrome grille and tailgate, 22-inch wheels, genuine fiddleback eucalyptus, Mojave leather seating surfaces, a unique instrument cluster face and a laser-engraved VIN plate with production number.

The F-150 Limited Is The Most Advanced And Luxurious Truck Ever

The F-150 Limited also comes standard with a Sony 10-speaker sound system with HD-Radio, a subwoofer and single CD-player, paired with a 5-year subscription to SiriusXM Traffic and TravelLink systems. And, of course, we cannot talk about a new truck from Ford without also mentioning that it comes with the innovative Ford Pro-Trailer Backup Assist that is available for the F-150 Limited as well!

Ford has not released pricing information for the F-150 Limited quite yet, but you can bet that Brighton Ford will keep you updated on all the new information regarding this beautiful new truck! If you have been thinking about trying out America's favorite pickup truck, the Ford F-Series, then stop by Brighton Ford today to take one out for a test-drive! At your Brighton Area Ford Dealership we have the F-150, F-250 AND the F-350 currently available to see at the lot! You can also schedule a service appointment online or browse our new and used inventory!

Currently, we are offering up to $17,200 OFF the MSRP price of the 2015 F-150, which you can lease right now for just $138/a month*! Brighton Ford is located at 8240 Grand River Ave. just north of I-96 in Brighton. We are a family owned and operated business that strives for customer satisfaction. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800) 836-8206.

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Friday, July 17, 2015

Ford Establishes Air Curtain Technology On The New F-150



BRIGHTON, Mich. - There has been tons of hype surrounding the all-new 2015 Ford F-150, and it is definitely deserving of all the excitement! After an industry-first engineering breakthrough of using an all-aluminum frame to replace the heavy, fuel-sucking, burdensome steel frame of the past, another engineering breakthrough is the additional implementation of air curtain technology!

Ford establishes Air Curtain Technology on the new F-150! As seen in the graphic above, air curtain technology guides airflow across the front wheels of the truck to reduce wind turbulence which helps make the all-new F-150 THE MOST aerodynamically efficient F-150 EVER! So, how does this all happen? Horizontal slots underneath the headlamps channel air from the front of the truck through ducting to openings in the wheel wells, which direct it across the outer surface of the wheel and tire. You can always count on Ford to continually push the boundaries of daring design while making the new 2015 F-150 more aerodynamically efficient over all the previous models.

With the new F-150, an extensive amount of time was spent running aerodynamic simulations and doing wind tunnel tests which in the end produced a more aerodynamic, efficient F-150 truck– the first of its kind. Ford establishes Air Curtain Technology on the new F-150 which is the result of hard working Ford engineers and designers showing how incremental improvement helped the all-new F-150 earn its position as the most fuel efficient gasoline pickup in the light-duty truck segment!

Have you been feeling the itch to get behind the wheel of America's best selling pickup truck? Well, you're in luck! We have a beautiful inventory of new and used Ford F-150 trucks, so stop by and take one out for a test drive! Stop by your Brighton Area Used Car Dealer for TONS of great deals on used and new vehicles, or feel free to schedule a service appointment on our website. Brighton Ford is located at 8240 Grand River Ave. just north of I-96 in Brighton. We are a family owned and operated business that strives for customer satisfaction. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800) 836-8206.

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Wednesday, July 15, 2015

Ford Introduces An Apollo Inspired, Limited Edition Mustang

Ford Introduces An Apollo Inspired, Limited Edition Mustang


BRIGHTON, Mich. - In celebration of the successful history of the Apollo space missions, Ford introduces an Apollo inspired, limited edition Mustang that will be auctioned off at a charity auction this month! The auction will be to benefit EAA youth aviation education programs, including the Young Eagles, which Ford Motor Co. has raised about $3 million for in recent years.

As far as limited-edition Mustangs go, this one is the King of the galaxy! This will be the eighth straight year that Ford Motor Co. has created a unique, aviation-inspired pony car to benefit the Experimental Aircraft Association youth education programs. The Apollo-inspired Mustang will be donated and sold via auction on July 23rd at the Gathering of the Eagles event at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2015, which is the "World's Greatest Aviation Celebration".

When Ford introduces an Apollo inspired, limited edition Mustang, it sure goes all out! This impressive pony car is modeled after the '15 fastback GT, and the team was led by Ford Design Manager Melvin Betencourt. The exterior is a beautiful one-of-a-kind glossy pure white and pure black non-production paint scheme that truly delivers a creative connection with the NASA space program. The best part of the custom designed exterior, however, HAS to be the unique LED underbody lighting that symbolizes atmospheric re-entry. How cool is that?! (see below for a close-up)
Ford Introduces An Apollo Inspired, Limited Edition Mustang

This space shuttle of a car will also come with an impressive array of performance enhancements that include a performance package, Ford Performance supercharger and shifter, X-pipe with side and rear exhaust, sport-tuned suspension, six-piston Brembo brakes and custom Forgiato 21-inch performance wheels. The Space Shuttle-inspired design also carries over to the interior of the vehicle, which includes performance gauges, a modified instrument cluster, and unique embroidered elements in the seats, trim panels and floor mats.

If you want the opportunity to see or bid on this beautiful vehicle, it will be on display in the Ford hanger at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2015. To bid and participate in the auction you must pre-qualify by contacting EAA development office, (800)236-1025 or by donor@eaa.org. 

If you would like the chance to obtain your own Ford Mustang, stop by your local Fowlerville Area Ford Dealer to check out our inventory of new and used Mustangs! Brighton Ford is located at 8240 Grand River Ave. just north of I-96 in Brighton. We are a family owned and operated business that strives for customer satisfaction. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800) 836-8206.

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Saturday, July 11, 2015

2017 Ford F-150 Raptor Was Tested In The Harshest Conditions

2017 Ford F-150 Is Tested In The Harshest Conditions


BRIGHTON, Mich. - You may have heard a few people in the automotive industry– especially the truck world– talk about the all-new 2017 F-150 Ford Raptor. What is causing so much excitement is the fact that the new truck just recently completed over 1,000 miles of testing in the southwestern part of the United States. The 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor was tested in the harshest conditions attainable and this is Ford Motor Company's roughest, smartest, most capable off-road truck ever!

The '17 F-150 Raptor was tested over 1,028 miles of complete desert trail designed to parallel the Baja race course in the Mexican desert, and the 66-mile route featured a wide range of surfaces including fast sandy washes, deep-rutted silt beds, steep climbs in deep sand, and slow meticulous crawls through tight trenches. In some places, the Raptor topped out at speeds just over 100 mph while slowing all the way down to 10mph in some places. The average speed over the course was 50mph and the 2017 F-150 Raptor completed the lap at a rate of 25% faster than the current model.

Impressive right? At the end of each race lap, the Raptor completed a tabletop jump which consisted of a steep ramp up to a two-foot plateau, then a step-off back to level ground. As is the case with ALL Built Ford Tough Trucks, the vehicles were put through EXTREME tests that a normal truck purchased from a dealer lot would never go through in it's practical lifetime usage. Engineers and experts at Ford Motor Company pushed the Raptor harder in a test that lasted a few days than it will be pushed over its lifetime.

The 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor was tested in the harshest conditions attainable, therefore, it is the PERFECT truck for your off-roading needs! The all-new 2015 F-150 Raptor hasn't made its way to dealers yet, but as soon as they arrive we'll let you know about it! Until then, feel free to stop by your Howell Area Ford Dealership and check out any of our current 2015 F-150 models and take them out for a test drive.

Brighton Ford is located at 8240 Grand River Ave. just north of I-96 in Brighton. We are a family owned and operated business that strives for customer satisfaction. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800) 836-8206.

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Friday, July 10, 2015

Drowsy Driving Is Just As Dangerous As Drunk Driving

Drowsy Driving Is Just As Dangerous As Drunk Driving

BRIGHTON, Mich. - As a driver, we are al well versed in the dangers of drunk driving, distracted driving, aggressive driving and road rage... but what about drowsy driving? Did you know that drowsy driving is JUST as dangerous as drunk driving? A tired or fatigued driver is a dangerous driver according to multiple studies, including a recent NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) study that concluded there was up to 100,000 cases of drowsy driving incidents or crashes every year. Of those 100,00, there are an average 1,500 deaths and 70,000 injuries.

Contrary to popular belief, less than 1% of these fatigue related crashes or incidents are caused by semi-truck drivers due to a recent federal law that truckers can only drive for 10 hours in a 24 hour period. Did you also know that in a recent study nine out of ten North American police officers had pulled someone over they thought was drunk driving, but were actually just tired? Both drunk driving and drowsy driving have similar tell-tale signs. These include slower reaction times, decreased awareness, impaired judgement and increased aggressiveness.  

So, how do you fight drowsy driving? It's easy, first you have to recognize it. Here are some tell-tale signs that you might need to pull over and take a quick cat nap!

  • You cannot remember the last few miles driven. 
  • You hit a rumble strip or drift from your lane. 
  • You keep pulling your vehicle back into your lane.
  • Your thoughts are wandering and disconnected.
  • You yawn repeatedly.
  • You have difficulty keeping your head up and remaining focused. 
  • You tailgate.
  • You miss traffic signs.
  • You have barely avoided being in an accident.
Now of course we all yawn, and have been know to tailgate however if you're doing five of the listed things at the same time...it may be time to get off at the next exit and dose.

At Brighton Ford, we want you to be the safe you can be while driving on the road, and that means recognizing that drowsy driving is just as dangerous as drunk driving. Thankfully, Ford Motor Company has come up with a few amazing technological safety features that help fight the fatigue! If you would like to learn more about these features, feel free to stop by your Howell Area Ford Dealership

Brighton Ford is located at 8240 Grand River Ave. just north of I-96 in Brighton. We are a family owned and operated business that strives for customer satisfaction. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800) 836-8206.

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Thursday, July 2, 2015

The Exciting 2016 F-150 Continues To Dominate The Truck Industry

The Exciting 2016 F-150 Continues To Dominate The Truck Industry


BRIGHTON, Mich. - You may have been hearing A LOT about the all-new F-150 from Ford and for a good reason because the exciting 2016 F-150 continues to dominate the truck industry! With a Pro Trailer Backup Assist making backing up a trailer as easy as turning a knob, more and more people are realizing the affordability and dependability that a Ford F-150 can provide. With a new Special Edition Appearance package available on the XLT and Lariat, Ford is continuing to make tons of different options available on America's favorite pickup truck.

Other changes for the 2016 F-150 include SYNC 3 integration, which replaces SYNC with MyFordTouch, Shadow Black replacing Tuxedo Black, Lithium Gray replacing Guard Metallic and 20-inch machined aluminum wheels with painted silver pockets available on the XL.

The All-Pro Back Trailer, however, is what makes this new 2016 model! There is a reason the exciting 2016 F-150 continues to dominate the truck industry. The segment-first technology feature allows customers and drivers of all skill levels to steer a trailer instinctively by turning a knob left or right to indicate direction; the truck controls its steering and limits vehicle speed.  Also, responding to past customer requests, the 2016 Ford F-150 with the 5.0-liter V-8 engine will offer a gaseous-fuel prep option, making it the only light-duty pickup capable of running on compressed natural gas or propane.

We will definitely keep you updated as to when the 2016 F-150 will roll into Brighton Ford, hopefully very soon! Until then, feel free to stop by and visit your Milford Area Ford Dealership today! Brighton Ford is located at 8240 Grand River Ave. just north of I-96 in Brighton. We are a family owned and operated business that strives for customer satisfaction. For more information on Brighton Ford visit BrightonFord.com or give us a call at (800) 836-8206.

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