Category Archives: Safety

What Are the First Steps to Take After an Auto Accident?

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What to Do If You’re in an Accident

It’s every driver’s worst fear. And sometimes it’s completely unavoidable no matter how careful you are. It’s the ever-dreaded fender-bender. As soon as it happens, emotions begin to run high. It can be hard to think clearly during such a traumatic experience. The best way to take control of the situation, and therefore making sure it doesn’t control you, is to be prepared. To help you out, we at Akins Ford put together a checklist of what to do if you’re in an accident. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Learn all about Ford’s new evasive steering system

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How does Ford’s evasive steering system work?

Cars are getting smarter and smarter, helping drivers in ways they have never been able to before. One of the areas seeing significant improvement is the development of new safety systems. Ford has been at the forefront of many of these systems. One of the developments the company is working on is a new evasive steering system. So how does Ford’s evasive steering system work? Read the rest of this entry >>

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IIHS names the 2017 Ford Fusion a Top Safety Pick Plus!

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2017 Ford Fusion IIHS crash test scores

Ford is a company committed to providing customers with the safest cars possible. The 2017 Ford Fusion just earned an award that will help it add to this reputation. The IIHS has named the new Fusion a Top Safety Pick Plus, the organization’s highest possible designation. The 2017 Ford Fusion IIHS crash test scores help to prove that this sedan is one of the safest cars on the road. Read the rest of this entry >>

F-150 Special Services Vehicle joins Ford law enforcement lineup

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2016 Ford F-150 Police Truck Modifications

The F-150 is the best-selling vehicle in America, and now it is ready to protect America’s law enforcement officers. The F-150 Special Services Vehicle will be the latest addition to Ford’s extensive lineup of law enforcement vehicles. Several 2016 Ford F-150 police truck modifications have been done to create this amazing new vehicle. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Ford F-150 is the only truck to earn a 2016 IIHS Top Safety Pick

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2016 Ford F-150 safety rating and features

The Ford F-150 is America’s best selling truck, and recent news is proving that Americans have great taste. The IIHS just named the F-150 a 2016 Top Safety Pick, the only fullsize truck to earn this designation. Awards like this one are a great recognition of how outstanding the 2016 Ford F-150 safety rating and features are. Read the rest of this entry >>

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New Bulletproof Panels on Ford Police Interceptor Sedan and Utility Vehicles

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Keeping our men and women in uniform safe on the job can sometimes mean outfitting them with the latest in computing technology, like on the new Dodge Charger Pursuit, but sometimes it means getting tougher than anything that can be thrown at them. This is why the new bulletproof panels on Ford Police Interceptor sedan and utility vehicles can mean such a big difference for our law enforcement personnel. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Ford Unveils World’s First Drugged Driving Suit

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Drugs and alcohol are a big temptation for people young and old alike, and impaired driving is a top cause of vehicle-related deaths. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration as many as 18 percent of automotive deaths annually can be attributed to drug use. But with the new Ford Drugged Driving Suit drivers have a way to learn about the effects of drugs on their driving before they end up one of those statistics. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Ford MyKey Features for Safer Driving

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When it comes to driving safely, it’s always good to have a little help on the road. With the Ford MyKey, parents are able to set limits on one of the keys for the family vehicle which help their students pick up good driving habits, which is especially good to be reminded of during  National Teen Driver Safety Week. With the Ford MyKey system, restrictions can be placed on distractions and good habits can be encouraged. This system has also been used in commercial driving fleets as well to encourage safety. But what are the Ford MyKey features? Read the rest of this entry >>