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3 Winterization Tips to Try Before the Snow Starts Falling


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September may seem a bit early to be talking about winter preparation, but with fall officially starting in a few days, cold weather conditions will hit Chicago sooner than you think. Starting now will give you plenty of time to research products, and have them ordered and ready to install in your Ford by November.

  • Test your battery. Most winter breakdowns are caused by battery failure, because—believe it or not—a battery loses 60 percent of its electrical charge in temperatures of 0 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Get winter windshield wipers. Normal wiper blades tend to get clogged with ice...
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2017 Ford Explorer Earns Acclaim from MotorWeek Team

If ever there were a full-size SUV that could leave us here at Haggerty Ford Inc. flat-out floored, ours -- the 2017 Explorer -- would have to be it. It's readily apparent that the American automaker went to great lengths to make this utility vehicle one of the best in the biz.

Wondering what -- in particular -- makes it so?

Then, click "play" on the clip below. Here now to highlight some of the Explorer's top traits are the industry experts at MotorWeek:

The amenities offered by the mid-level Limited trim are sure to make it one of the most popular…

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The Importance Of Washing Your Car

For those looking for a viable car-wash, look no further. Perhaps, you have not cleaned your car for a little while. Better yet, you forgot to get an oil change, maintain your car, or worse. Perhaps, you feel as though you do not have to. However, nothing could remain further from the truth. Also, having a dirty car could lead to additional issues. Failure to properly take care of your car will incur additional costs. Moreover, it may end up destroying your car. Not only do dirt particles leave an unpleasant appearance on your car, it also does damage to…
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Great Snacks Make a Great Road Trip

Everybody gets that hankering this time of year to hop in the vehicle and hit the road. Who doesn't love cruising down the highway with some great tunes, the sun in the sky, and a road full of adventures ahead? You'll also want plenty of fun snacks and drinks to take with you, both as part of the fun and to keep you moving on down the road.

It is important on a road trip to remember to stay hydrated. That's why bottled water and other hydrating drinks are important to bring along with the sodas and…
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Be Ready For a Disaster

If you own a vehicle, then you know the importance of having gas in the tank and air in the tires, but having an emergency roadside kit is equally important. Every vehicle on the planet should have one. So, what is an emergency roadside kit? It's a bunch of items that will be a real life-saver in the event that you get stranded. You should have items like bottled water, nonperishable food items, and warm blankets in it. You should also have a First-Aid kit, cell phone and charger, tow rope, jumper cables, and flashlight and batteries. You should…
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Tips for Safe Driving

Everybody knows that car accidents, no matter how small, are a bad thing. Nobody buys a new vehicle looking to wreck it in the future. So on order to reduce some stress before your next trip, follow these safe-driving tips.

Don't speed. Speeding is something that not only can stick you with a ticket, but it is also extremely dangerous and leads to accidents. Instead of leaving last minute and making yourself rush, give yourself ample time to get places. The more time you have to get somewhere, the safer you will be.

Don't drive distracted. Distracted driving…
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