Without brake pads, your car could veer out of control every time that you try to stop. These amazing components keep you safe while behind the wheel and prevent expensive damage to the rest of the braking system. That is why our team believes that all drivers should understand the basics of how brake pads work.
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.
The omnipresence of smartphones means that our personal lives and work lives can be neatly integrated into a single screen accessible at any time. Shouldn't that same level of privilege be extended to our cars? Ford thinks so, and that's why they've built the EcoSport with technological integration in mind. This makes the EcoSport a lot more than just another ordinary crossover SUV.
SYNC3 technology means that you'll never have to worry about whether or not you locked your car keys or forget how much fuel is left in the tank. Integration with Apple CarPlay and…
The Ford Escape, a popular crossover compact SUV, is the perfect vehicle for shoppers who are all about interior features. However, the Escape also gives you a comfortable ride, good fuel economy, super performance and many color options. Stop at Tyler Ford and see what makes the Escape such a great SUV.
State-of-the-art technology went into the Escape’s interior from the Panoramic Vista Roof®, which is a never-ending source of natural light to the leather-wrapped heated steering wheel complete with cruise, audio controls, manual tilt and telescoping steering column.
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.