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When a vehicle is out of alignment, it’s not always obvious. Unless you do something like hit a pothole or slam into a curb, you might not even be aware of anything being out of specification. A common indicator of a vehicle being out of alignment, after a significant impact, is noticing that it pulls to the right or left impulsively. Typically, it’s an obvious pull; however, it can also be a slight drifting.

Many drivers today demand certain amenities in their vehicles. Technology features are often times at the top of that list. For consumers that are in search of their next vehicle that offers these types of amenities, the all-new 2018 Ford Edge should be kept in mind.

Drivers of the Edge from Ford will be able to enjoy such technology features as:

Compact SUV's have become more and more popular with drivers because they offer the additional storage of an SUV but the better fuel economy of a smaller car. That is why we here at Freeway Ford Truck Sales of Lyons, IL are excited to announce the arrival of the 2018 Ford EcoSport.

Hill start assist allows your vehicle to easily accelerate from a dead stop when going uphill adding a level of safety not seen before. 

Keeping your vehicle in peak performance means paying attention to a wide range of factors, and few are more important that your tires. As the only part of your vehicle that actually touches the road, it is essential that you regularly inspect your tire pressure and tire tread to ensure you keep a firm grip on the pavement.

If you find it hard to see what is in front of you when you are driving down the road at night, our team can help you out. Your vehicle might need to have some work completed on its headlights so that it can illuminate the road in the way that it is meant to do that.

There are hundreds of signs that we drive past each and every day. Some of them attempt to advertise a product to us while others post laws such as a speed limit sign on a highway. But what about the laws that aren't explicitly listed on a sign?

That is why we here at Freeway Ford Truck Sales in Lyons, IL want you know that there are move over laws which…

Many consumers do not know that insurance companies pay out the fair-market value of an automobile if the vehicle has been totaled in an accident. Totaled means the cost of fixing the damage exceeds the current value of the car.

The check is made out in the amount of the fair-market value, which might not be enough to payoff the existing loan left on the vehicle. You are still responsible for paying it…

You have probably heard this archaic 3,000-mile oil change myth from the very day you got your license. Though this oil change concept may still work out for older cars, modern vehicles are built to go up to 10, 000 miles without requiring any oil change depending on the instructions on the car's manual.

The Ford SYNC© 3 provides its users with a simpler way to navigate their Ford, and its features, with an easy-to-read layout. Keep your hands on the wheel and eyes on the road! Ford SYNC® is Ford's in-car infotainment system, allowing users the convenience of connecting their smartphone to it in order to create hands-free calls and voice command experiences, all with limited set up difficulty.

We at Freeway Ford Truck Sales are focused on making sure that holiday drivers are well prepared for traveling during the holidays. When you travel, a great plan and making sure your vehicle is in prime condition can help keep you on the road with fewer worries.

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