Ford vehicles are built tough, but that doesn’t mean that some components aren’t indestructible through normal use. If you’ve just found yourself locked out of your vehicle with a dead key fob, we may be able to get you going. Our Sherwood Ford team wants to help if this ever were to occur with your model, so today we’ll show you what to do after your car key fob battery dies. Learn how easy it is to get back up and running! Read the rest of this entry
Did you know that your Ford vehicle can talk to you? It might not be with words and voices, but your model is made up of many sensors that can tell you if anything is going awry on board. There are plenty of ways to know when your Ford car is acting up a bit, so much so that it can be hard to pinpoint an actual issue. We’re here to help, so join our Sherwood Ford service team as we show you the most common Ford dashboard lights and what they mean for you – with this, it’ll be much easier to understand what your vehicle is trying to say and remedy any problem that might arise!
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In today’s interconnected and fast-moving world, it’s becoming more and more evident that life isn’t going to slow down anytime soon, especially when your line of work is one that generally requires you to be online. That’s why many vehicle manufacturers today have taken notice and introduced built-in internet in their vehicles, one of them being Ford. With SYNC® Connect technology, you can pair up your smartphone, tablet or laptop for blazing online speeds right from the comfort of your Ford model’s cabin – first, however, you’ll want to make sure that everything is ready to go. So, if you’re wondering how to set up and connect to your Ford vehicle’s Wi-Fi hotspot, check out the quick and easy steps with Sherwood Ford today!
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Edmontonians are a hard-working, friendly breed of people, always able to go the extra mile for every job with a smile on their faces. It makes sense, then, that you’d need a vehicle that’s able to keep up with this connected lifestyle. Recent model years from 2014 onward have seen new tech innovations like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto enter the picture. These app integration systems are some of the coolest on the market, and we want to dive into their features and functions today. So, join Sherwood Ford as we take you through all the Ford vehicles with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in Edmonton AB!
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Besides the upgraded body styling, drivetrain performance and innovation that the all-new 2019 Ford Ranger will bring to the table, one of its features is one of the most advanced in the market, and it’s sure to make your towing experiences that much easier. It’s set to feature a Blind Spot Information with Trailer Coverage, which will add a measure of simplicity and security when you’re backing into those tight spots. Today, our Sherwood Ford team will take you through this technology and how it works!
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When deciding on a 2018 Ford Explorer vs 2018 Ford Expedition sports utility vehicle, there are some important considerations. Families who need more cargo room and hauling capability look to the larger Expedition. Its interior cabin easily accommodates for roominess and passenger comfort. The mid-size family-friendly Explorer can also be tailored to fit your lifestyle.
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Here in the Edmonton metro area, we’re no stranger to traffic jams, and one of the most annoying components of them is that they can often start without prompting. To help combat this, Ford has partnered with Vanderbilt University to research the positive and beneficial effects of its vehicles’ Adaptive Cruise Control technology during highway driving. What they found was quite interesting, so today, we want to show you some of the benefits of Adaptive Cruise Control Technology in Ford models, as well as how it can be used to prevent a phantom traffic jam from happening!
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Back in the day, it used to be quite the hassle trying to navigate in places that you were unfamiliar with. If you didn’t have the foresight to download and print directions from MapQuest (which, mind you, were a tad inaccurate most of the time), you were relegated to using an atlas to try and figure out where you were. Today’s technology, however, has eliminated the need for this, and a forerunner of the future of navigation is the Waze app. We’ll be showing you how to access and use the Waze app in SYNC-equipped Ford models, so you can see every twist and turn in clarity!
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For most Canadians, there aren’t many model brands that have been more innovative and advanced over the years than the Ford family. Each of its models have been bestsellers across the country for generations, which is evident especially in the case of the Explorer, Escape and Edge SUVs. All three brothers have some of the top features on the market at your disposal, and we’ve listed our five favourites for you today. Join our Sherwood Ford team in checking out what a Ford SUV can provide!
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Have you downloaded the FordPass app yet? As a new and innovative way to keep you in control of your journey, FordPass gives you the ability to move through your day like you already do but with an enhanced driving, parking and traveling experience.
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