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If you are concerned about your impact on the environment, consider the Ford Energi. This popular plug-in hybrid is ideal for short trips and commuting back and forth to work in Tyler, TX.

The Ford Energi is miles away from first-generation hybrids with the power you get every time you turn on the ignition. Equipped with a 2.0L iVCT Atkinson-cycle I-4 engine and an electric motor along with an eCVT automatic transmission...

SUVs are among the most popular vehicles on the road today because of their versatility in both driving performance and usefulness. The 2018 Ford Edge is a crossover SUV that attempts to stand out with drivers by adding to the driving experience by incorporating features that are a benefit.

The Ford Edge offers features that drivers can find beneficial. Among these is an available class II trailer tow package. 

What makes the Ford Taurus a full-size sedan growing in popularity? Perhaps it could be some of these technology features.

Unlike traditional cruise control, the system in the new Taurus is designed to make driving safer and easier. The Taurus comes with the Adaptive Cruise Control that works to scan the road ahead after being set. If a slower moving vehicle comes into range, the cruise control automatically slows down with you hitting the brake, then resumes speed once that slower car is out of range.

When your car won't start, a jump could help. It is important to do the jump start safely because of the high voltage involved. Park the bad car nose-to-nose with a car with a good battery. Put the cars in park with emergency brakes engaged.

Connect the red or positive cable to both batteries. 

Sports utility vehicles (SUV’s) are often big, strong vehicles. These big cars also have wide wheel-bases, and they frequently feature large and sturdy tires. While the wide tires and suspensions of these vehicles can provide some extra stability, they are still subject to the dangerous effects of hydroplaning.

Hydroplaning strikes when thin layers of water build up beneath moving tire treads. 

It can be confusing to pick out the proper motor oil for your vehicle. Do you use traditional motor oil or do you spring for the synthetic motor oil? Luckily, we here at Tyler Ford in Tyler, TX are here to teach you the difference.

The main difference between the two types of oil are their components. Traditional motor oil is comprised of raw crude oil products. 

Although a tire blowout can happen at any time, there are certain things that you can be doing today to minimize the chances it happens with your vehicle.

Carefully inspect the car tires each morning. What you are looking for are any signs that could result in the tire failing. Cracks in the side wall, uneven wear in the tread, or bulges anywhere on the tire, all signs of trouble and should be inspected by a professional.

Have you ever found yourself ready to change lanes while driving only to glance back and notice another car is in your blind spot? Most drivers have, but these too-close-for-comfort incidents are responsible for lots of accidents. Not everyone remembers to take a look rather than relying on their mirrors.

This is why Ford utilizes a Blind Spot Information System that uses sensors installed on your vehicle to alert you of an approaching vehicle of which you may not be aware.

Included with the BLIS is the Cross Traffic Alert which switches on whenever you put the...