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, 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 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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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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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)

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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2017 Ford F-150 Raptor Was 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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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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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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Millennials Fear Other Motorists Driving Dangerously More Than Anything Else

BRIGHTON, Mich. - Many believe that the most common fear among human beings is the fear of public speaking, death or spiders, but when it comes to Millennials, you're wrong: Millennials fear other motorists driving dangerously more than anything else! A new survey released by Ford Motor Co. says that Millennials and Generation Z consumers' top driving fears include backing out onto busy streets, maneuvering into tight parking spaces and monitoring blind spots. 

For decades, public speaking has held the top fear spot, as well as spiders. However, younger generations are growing up with completely different fears than their parents or grandparents. Today, younger drivers are more worried about distracted drivers. See the list below:

Top fears for Millennials and Generation Z:

1. Other motorists driving dangerously (88%)
2. Public speaking (75%)
3. Death (74%)
4. Spiders (69%)
5. Snakes (69%)

The most worrisome driving conditions for Millennials and Generation Z survey respondents include snowy or icy roads, maneuvering into a tight parking spot, backing out onto a busy street, monitoring blind spots and not knowing where they are going. Millennials fear other motorists driving dangerously more than anything else, and that is why Ford Motor Co. offers technologies that will assist drivers in operating their vehicles as safely as possible. Research shows that 65 percent of respondents are more likely to purchase a vehicle if it has the technology to help with parallel parking. 

With technologies like Enhanced Park Assist, Ford is going the extra mile to make sure ALL drivers feel safe and confident in its vehicles. Ford Motor Co. is listening to its customers' wants and needs, and part of what understanding your customers means is using data like this to inform how Ford researches and develops new technologies. Vehicles that offer the Enhanced Park Assist include the Ford Fusion, F-150 and the 2015 Ford Edge. 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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Things To Do Around Brighton On The 4th Of July

BRIGHTON, Mich. - Can you believe it's almost JULY!? We can't, we felt like it was just yesterday when we were hauling our ice scrapers out to the driveway every morning. The ice is gone, however, and now the sun doesn't set until sometime after 9 p.m. With it so close to July, many of your are making your Independence Day plans and if those plans keep you in the Brighton area, here are a list of things to do around Brighton on the 4th of July! 

• 2015 Brighton Independence Day Parade - 7/4 Brighton, Mich. What better way to spend Independence Day than with your friends and family here in Brighton? You can bet that Brighton Ford will be there, suppling the 2 vehicles for the Grand Marshalls, as well as rolling through the parade with several cars, trucks and the Brighton Ford Army Truck! The parade will begin at the corner of Main and Church St. at 10:00 a.m., so remember to get there early to claim the best seats! We'll see ya there! 
• Detroit Tigers vs. Toronto Blue Jays - 7/4 Detroit, Mich. Catch the Motor City Kitties take on the Blue Jays down at Comerica Park for a 4th of July day game, starting at 1:08pm. The first 10,000 fans (21 and over) will receive a patriotic baseball cap upon entering the game. How fun would it be heading to beautiful downtown Detroit to spend Independence Day watching America's past time? Tickets are limited, but still available! 
• Salute To America at Greenfield Village - 7/1-7/4 Dearborn, Mich.  Bring the family to a classic Independence Day celebration with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra that's as full of freedom-loving fanfare as they come! Picnics, games and festive holiday food are all waiting for you at Greenfield Village for Salute to America. What makes this stop special? The fact that each night there is a joint concert from the D.S.O and the United States Army Field Band! If you stick around for the grand finale, there is a concert, PLUS authentic cannon fire and a spectacular fireworks display accompanied by live patriotic music!  
• Whitmore Lake Fireworks - 7/3 Whitmore Lake, Mich. Bring the lawn chairs, blankets and bug spray and head on out to Whitmore Lake's Fireworks on Friday, July 3rd! Fireworks start at dusk (10:00 pm), so be sure to head out early to get a good spot for your crew. The fireworks are shot over Whitmore Lake and seating and viewing area is across from the Post Office and on Main Street. 

Don't worry, when you are looking for things to do around Brighton on the 4th of July, Brighton Ford has your back! We understand this can be a crazy time of the year, but count on us to know where everything fun is happening around town. Do you know what is the perfect car for cruising around Independence Day weekend? The 50th Anniversary Edition Ford Mustang, of which we have a few convertibles in stock as well! Check out this red one! Feel free to stop or call to schedule a test drive in ANY of our great vehicles on site! 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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Ford Motor Co. Awards Detroit-Area Students With Several Blue Oval Scholarships

BRIGHTON, Mich. - Last week, Ford Motor Co. awarded Detroit-Area students with several Blue Oval Scholarships amounting to $100,000! More than 160 Detroit-area high school students from 10 different schools received scholarships ranging from $250 to $1,000, with over $700,000 in scholarships awarded to students across the nation. For 2015, the Blue Oval Scholarship program partnered with the SME Education Foundation to encourage students to pursue their dreams post high-school graduation.

The awards were presented last Thursday, June 18, at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African America History, where achievements for over 160 graduating high school seniors were celebrated. Multiple schools from the Metro-Detroit area were represented, including River Rouge High School, Ypsilanti Community High School, Harper Woods High School, Pontiac High School and many more! Jim Vella, president of Ford Motor Co. Fund and Community Services, stated, "At Ford Motor Company, we believe that student achievement is the cornerstone to future progress, and supporting the next generation of leaders is critical to the growth of the communities we serve." In total, for the 7 years the program has been around, Ford Motor Co. has donated more than $700,000 in scholarships to assist almost 1,000 Detroit-area high school graduating seniors with tuition, books, fees and other education expenses.

It is so exciting to see a company so vital to the importance and success of the Metro-Detroit area giving back to the next generation! Ford Motor Co. awards Detroit-area students with several Blue Oval Scholarships every year, and we cannot wait to see these students succeed in the future. Here at Brighton Ford, we believe in investing in our local community! Check out our community involvement page to read more about how Brighton Ford gives back locally. You can always visit our website to check out our great new and used Ford inventory or to schedule a service appointment! 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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Customers Can Now Shop The Ford One-Stop 3D Car Store Online!

BRIGHTON, Mich. - We do not joke around here when we talk about how Ford Motor Company is always innovating and coming up with the most creative ways to make things easier, and a lot more fun, for their customers. Customers can now shop the Ford one-stop 3D car store online, which enables consumers to download digital images and printable files of Ford Motor Co. vehicles at the FIRST EVER automaker-licensed, one-stop 3D shop online.

The online Ford 3D Store offers printable files to its visitors that include the F-150 Raptor, Shelby GT350R, Focus ST and Fiesta ST with more models coming later in the year. Mark Bentley, licensing manager for Ford Global Brand Licensing stated that "3D printing at home is a growing trend, and it makes sense for us to offer our customers a chance to make their own 3D Ford models." Ford currently uses 3D printing every day to quickly prototype parts, and now Ford wants to share that fun and excitement with their loyal fan base.

Sales of 3D printers are currently expected to exceed 1 million units by 2018, compared to the 44,000 sold annually in 2014. 3D printed models are available for order at 1/32nd scale in plastic, however going and purchasing a digital image allows customers to have a Ford model 3D printed to the scale they choose as well as with the material the desire. These can come from their own printer or an outside source, and professional printers can create a model in materials ranging from a soft plastic to sandstone and other materials.

Customers can now shop the Ford one-stop 3D car store online, and when a buyer purchases a model or digital design online, he or she must register with the site itself to ensure and agree that the item will not be used commercially. If you would like to talk more about any of the great ways Ford is always on the cusp of innovation, feel free to drop by! We would love to show you any of our new and used Ford models! 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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