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2018 Ford F-150 Engine Options Everyone has those days when it’s just hard to get going in the morning, for whatever reason it feels like we’re trudging through quicksand.  Thankfully, for some of us, we have our truck to help pull us out of our rut; feeling the power at the push of the gas pedal or taking a little off-road adventure can always cure a case of the workweek blues.  With ever-advancing technology making current trucks stronger, smarter and even more capable than ever before, allow me to introduce you to the one that stands tall amongst them all, the 2018 Ford F-150.  The 2018 Ford F-150 has seven trim levels, and four engines to choose from to ensure that all truck shoppers get the perfect blend of raw power and posh interior amenities.  Have a look at all of the 2018 Ford F-150’s engine and trim options here and drive home in your new truck today from Wade Ford. more Trim & Engine Options The seven trim choices of the 2018 Ford F-150 are the, XL, XLT, LARIAT, Raptor, King Ranch®, Platinum, and Limited. All seven trim levels can be equipped with available Four-Wheel Drive (4WD), and the 2018 Ford F-150 Raptor gets equipped with standard 4WD. The 2018 Ford F-150 Raptor also is the only trim that gets the 3.5L High-Output 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 engine that cranks out 450 horsepower and 510 lb-ft of torque (w/Premium 93-Octane gasoline). The 2018 Ford F-150 Limited edition gets a 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 engine under the hood that delivers 375 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque. A 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 engine comes standard on the King Ranch® and the Platinum trim levels and it produces 395 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque. On the XL and XLT trim levels, the 2018 Ford F-150 gets equipped with a 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 engine that arms it with 290 horsepower and 265 lb-ft of torque. Finally, the 2.7L EcoBoost® only comes standard on the 2018 F-150 LARIAT and it delivers 325 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque. Try all the 2018 Ford F-150’s engine on for size when you take it for a test drive at Wade Ford in Smyrna, GA. Indicators Wrapper for slides Controls Previous Next Find Out More About the 2018 F-150 Here

With the holiday season in full swing, many of you are probably looking to get your New Year's plans set in stone. If you aren't sure what you're doing yet, you may want to check out one of these 2017-2018 New Year's Eve events happening around Smyrna, GA. more La Pura Vida New Year's Eve Party La Pura Vida is hosting a New Year's Eve Party in Smyrna beginning on December 31, 2017 at 10:00 p.m. and ending on January 1, 2018 at 3:00 a.m. The event has a $20 cover charge and includes a free champagne toast at the countdown to midnight. 2nd Annual New Year's Eve Rooftop Ball Drop Creatwood Tavern, the only rooftop bar in Smyrna, is hosting a New Year's Eve party on the roof. The event begins with a free cocktail hour and food buffet at 9:00 p.m. on New Year's Eve and runs until 4:00 a.m. the following morning. The event includes a Ball Drop and a champagne toast at midnight as well as a live DJ. Reservations are highly recommended and admission costs $40 per person. New Year's Eve Murder Mystery Dinner On New Year's Eve, Maggiano's Little Italy is having a night of Murder and Mystery. Doors open at 6:25 p.m. with the show starting at 7:00 and running until 9:30 p.m. Tickets cost $65 per person and include a three-course meal as well as an exciting show. The best part is you'll be home before the clock strikes midnight! New Year's Eve Great Gatsby Gala To ring in 2018, Ray's on the River is hosting a New Year's Eve Gatsby Gala from 9:30 p.m. until 1:00 a.m. The event, which costs $150 per person, features an open bar, plenty of hors d'oeuvres, and a midnight champagne toast. Not to mention, there will be live music by a 5-piece band, so you can dance the night away. Gatsby 1920s-era attire is highly encouraged. Reservations are required.

When you purchase a new Ford vehicle, you may be exposed to several new technology features. The first step to being able to utilize these features is learning how they work. For instance, if you are looking to access your phone and music through Ford SYNC 3, you will need to pair your phone with the system. In order to do so, all you have to do is follow these pairing instructions. Once your phone is connected, you will be able to make and receive calls as well as stream your favorite tunes. more You may also like: How does Ford Pre-Collision with Pedestrian Detection work? Bluetooth Pairing Instructions for Ford SYNC 3 Start your Ford vehicle and make sure your phone is turned on. Enable and turn on your phone's Bluetooth settings. On the bottom of your SYNC 3 display screen, press Settings. Choose Bluetooth, then Add a Bluetooth Device. Turn back to your phone's Bluetooth settings. Your phone should scan for Bluetooth devices. Your Ford's SYNC 3 system should show up in the list of devices. Select it. Both the vehicle display screen and your phone should display a PIN. Ensure they match and accept the pairing on both. A screen may pop up on the SYNC 3 system asking if you want to "Set as Favorite Phone" and/or "Auto-Download" contacts. You can either accept or deny. Press Finish to complete the pairing process. There you have it! Your phone should now be connected to your Ford SYNC 3 system. If you run into problems during the pairing process or have questions about what you can do now that your phone is connected, feel free to contact our team at Wade Ford or get in touch with your local Ford dealer. Contact Us

2018 Ford Taurus Features The new Taurus is bringing performance and functionality into a stylish sedan.  It offers drivers plenty of benefits and great technology.  Here are some of the new 2018 Ford Taurus features to expect. more The Ford Taurus is one of the most iconic sedans by Ford, easily recognized while on the road and is a great vehicle because of the great usability and versatility that it offers.  And the new 2018 Taurus doesn't end that trend.  The big, bold body of the Taurus is refined down to the details to give off a sophisticated yet ready for fun feel.  And the interior is designed with detailed craftsmanship that looks great and provides occupants with superior comfort. There are innovative comfort features that are available as well.  Like a heated steering wheel, heated rear and front seats, plus the front seats are also abled to be cooled.  And to keep everyone entertained, the Taurus offer a quality Audio System from Sony® with Clear Phase® and Lice Acoustics™.  And it features 12 speakers around the cabin for a full immersive feeling.  Plus, the system includes Clear Phase technology that provides static-free and really sharp sounding reception. 2018 Ford Taurus Intelligent Technology The new Taurus also features advanced safety, convenience and driver-assistive technologies.  Making driving easy and efficient no matter where you go.  Here are some of the available technologies for the Taurus: SYNC® 3 (voice-activated technology) Blind Spot Information System with cross-traffic alert Adaptive Cruise Control Forward Collision Warning with brake support Active Park Assist Lane-Keeping System Push Button Start Navigation with SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link® Plus, many more! Controls Previous Next If you are interested in the new Ford Taurus, contact us at Wade Ford to stay updated on when it arrives on our lot! Check out the free Wade Ford App for a complete resource of our dealership!

November Charity Events near Atlanta, GA Every day has the potential to be Giving Tuesday, all you have to do is find a cause or charity that you believe in and like and help support it—even if it's just raising awareness.  And this year, there are plenty of November charity events near Atlanta and Smyrna, Georgia. more These events all have great meaning and are a fun way to show support.  And while there are quite a few this month, we are sharing only a few of the charity events that are happening in the area: Furkids Paws for Cocktails 2017 The Furkids Animal Rescue & Shelters is having their annual Paws for Cocktails fundraiser on the 9 th.  This event will benefit the Rescue and their mission to help care for thousands of homeless pets in Atlanta.  The tickets will include live entertainment and music, delicious food, one free drink ticket.  Plus, there will be a silent auction to help raise money. Where: Park Tavern in Piedmont Park 500 10 th St NE, Atlanta GA When: November 9, 2017 Time: 5:30 PM to 10 PM Tickets: $35 in advance; available on their website Read More: 2018 Ford Escape Specs & Features 2017 DAV 5k Atlanta This is a run, walk, roll and motorcycle ride that honors veterans and thanks all who have served.  This event also raises awareness of the issues that our ill and injured veterans face every day.  It's presented by the Disabled American Veterans, a non-profit that helps more than 1 million veterans each year.  There will be a post party at the Park Tavern after the race to continue honoring our military service members. Where: Piedmont Park 1342 Worchester Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30306 When: This Veterans' Day - November 11, 2017 Time: Check-in at 7 AM; 9 AM start time Tickets: $30 for adults; $15 for youth Learn more about the 2018 Ford F-150 Giving Thanks Food Drive The Shabazz Media Group, a multi-media production company, is holding its first food drive in Atlanta.  This food drive is also a networking event and there will be celebrity guests attending, as well as sponsors and vendors.  This event will be to help families in need this Thanksgiving by coming together for a little party to gear up for the holiday season.  All proceeds and food donations will go to the Atlanta Food Bank. Where: Studio 630 630 Travis St, Atlanta, GA 30318 When: November 17 – 18, 2017 Time: 8 PM on the 17 th to 11 PM on the 18 th Tickets: $25 or free if you donate 4 non-perishable food items If you are in need of a new Ford model or your vehicle needs to be serviced, you can stop in or contact us and our professional staff will be glad to help. We at Wade Ford hope you have a great holiday season this November!

With Halloween 2017 quickly approaching, many families in the Smyrna, GA area are probably on the lookout for festive events for the kids. Here is just a sampling of the family-friendly events happening in Smyrna and the surrounding area to celebrate Halloween. more You may also like: Best museums to visit in Atlanta, GA Children's Halloween Costume Parade On Saturday, October 28, Smyrna First Baptist Church is hosting a Children's Halloween Costume Parade. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. and ends at 8:30 a.m. in the church parking lot with the parade starting at 9:00 a.m. The parade will run north on King Street around Village Green Circle and end at the Veterans Memorial Lawn in Smyrna. Costumes will be judged on a variety of categories for children from newborns to 12 years old. Boo at the Zoo at Zoo Atlanta The Atlanta Zoo is hosting Boo at the Zoo on October 28 and 29 from 9:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Attendees can enjoy treats throughout the zoo as well as take part in various Halloween surprises and animal events each day. Halloween costume contests are scheduled to take place at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. Check out the Boo at the Zoo event page to learn more. Boo Bash at Town Center at Cobb Boo Bash is taking place on Saturday, October 28 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Town Center at Cobb. Children are encouraged to attend the event in costume and prepare for fun activities, such as a bounce house, games, giveaways, and much more. Trick-or-treating will happen at participating stores. Cobb County Fall Festival of Fun at Jim Miller Park On Tuesday, October 31 from 4:30 until 7:03 p.m., the Cobb County Fall Festival is happening at Jim Miller Park. The free event includes a trick-or-treating alternative for local children as well as arts and crafts, games, inflatable rides, costume contests, a photo booth, and more.

As one of the most recognizable vehicles on the road, the Ford Mustang is nothing if not legendary. Through the years, the Mustang has been available in coupe, convertible, and fastback styles and features an iconic design that continues to blend the old and timeless with the new and modern. In fact, each of the 11 color options that are available for the 2018 Ford Mustang accentuates the muscle car in a unique way. Check out the exterior paint colors that you can choose from for the 2018 Mustang below! more 2018 Ford Mustang color options Orange Fury Race Red Shadow Black Magnetic Lightning Blue Ruby Red Triple Yellow Ingot Silver Oxford White Kona Blue Royal Crimson You may also like: Ford Mustang Photos on Instagram

2018 Ford Escape Specs & Features For quite some time now, the Ford Escape has been one of the leading vehicles in the Ford lineup—and for good reason. The compact SUV manages to strike a balance that is extremely appealing to car buyers who are looking for a bit more space, but who also want a vehicle that can achieve high fuel economy ratings. To help you decide whether or not the Escape is the right fit for you, we thought it would be best to take a look at some of the specs and features of the SUV and to let you know all that it is capable of. more We’ll start with the inside, which includes seats for five, as well as a great deal of space for cargo. The seats of the Escape can be folded down in a variety of ways to make room for a mix of both passengers and cargo. At its largest, the Escape manages to hold as much as 68 cubic feet of whatever you need to take a long for the ride. Whether it be backpacks, art projects, sports equipment, or even dorm room furniture, the Escape has the space you need. Not surprisingly, the benefits of the inside don’t end there. Up front in certain trim levels of the Escape is the latest Ford SYNC 3 infotainment system, which allows you to stay connected with the world while you’re behind the wheel. You can access your phone to make calls and to listen to and respond to text messages. You can also listen to all of your favorite music. The best part about it all is that the system allows you to do all of this safely. It responds to the sound of your voice, but also can be operated through the large eight-inch touchscreen. It’s technology at its absolute finest. Under the hood of the Escape, you will find three engines to choose from. They are all fairly similar in terms of size and capability, but each does offer something unique, allowing you to choose what matters most to you. There is a 2.5-liter, which serves as kind of the middle-of-the-road engine, but also a 1.5-liter EcoBoost, which helps to make the Escape the most fuel efficient it has ever been. When loaded in the nose, it helps the compact SUV to get up to 30 mpg on the highway. If you are looking to put a bit of pep in the step of your Escape, then the available 2.0-liter, turbocharged EcoBoost engine is the one for you. Click Here to Learn More About the Ford Escape Learn More About the 2018 Ford Escape Here at Wade Ford, we have a number of new 2018 Ford Escape models in stock, and we would be happy to introduce you to any one of them. To learn more, we encourage you to head to our Ford Escape inventory and find the one that best fits your needs. From there, simply contact us and we can introduce you to it. On the other hand, if you need help in your search, you can get a hold of us right away and we can help to pair you to the Escape that best fits your needs. Either way, we encourage you to get a hold of us right away.

A spacious, technologically advanced, sharp-looking car. What are you picturing? You might be imagining the Ford Fusion, and if you are, you are spot on. Yes, some of the 2018 Fusion's details have been released and we here at Wade Ford want to keep you informed. Continue reading to find out when you might be able to have a 2018 Ford Fusion for your own. more You might also like: 2018 Ford F-150 Powertrain Specs & Options 2018 Ford Fusion release date Ford has not announced an exact date, but rather a time frame. The 2018 Ford Fusion will be available in late 2017 or very early 2018. We expect the newest model to arrive sometime between November 2017 and January 2018. Since Ford has not revealed an exact date, we unfortunately cannot do so either. However, expect to see the 2018 Ford Fusion by the time New Year's Day rolls around! You might also be interested in: Photo Gallery of Exterior Color Options for new Flex SUV 2018 Ford Fusion details You might be asking yourself what's new with the Fusion. The car has made great strides in recent years to modernizing itself. There will be a plug-in hybrid mod, as well as sport and coupe trims. Some design changes are also to be expected, such as a lowered roof-line and a revised floor-pan, which will result in lower seating and center of gravity. Rumors have indicated that the 2018 Ford Fusion could be the company’s first all-aluminum bodied sedan. Under the hood, we will see the return on the standard 1.5-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder gasoline engine. The sportier version of the Fusion will feature a 2.7-liter V6 turbo engine, producing 325 BHP and an impressive 350 lb.-ft. of torque. Questions? Contact us today!

Labor Day Events in Smyrna, Marietta and Surrounding Area Labor Day is a bittersweet holiday. With a long weekend and plenty of events, it feels great! On the other hand, it also signifies the end of summer's long days and constant activity stream. Although the weather becomes a little bit more hospitable, kids go back to school and we all have to start thinking about holiday shopping. Summer is great, and saying goodbye to it stinks. more Lucky for us, the Atlanta area is full of great ways to spend this final summer holiday. Here are some great ways we can spend the long weekend and holiday hours! Art in the Park – Marietta Catch some great, original art and crafts in an expansive outdoor venue for Marietta's Art in the Park. This celebration lasts from Saturday through Monday and features local and national artists with a variety of fine arts on display at the historic Marietta Square downtown Marietta.  Art in the Park also features Chalk Spot, where artists of all ages can show off their artistic abilities on the spot, a food truck row and a convenient walk to museums and galleries downtown. More information about this event can be found on the Art in the Park website by clicking here. 19th Annual Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival – Pine Mountain If you've ever wanted to go up in a hot air balloon, well you're braver than any of us! The Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival south in Pine Mountain gives you the opportunity to witness these beautiful sky giants in flight. You even to try a tethered balloon flight yourself, but that's not really our speed.  Beginning on the first, the event goes through Labor Day and is definitely worth a stop. You can get more information on admission at the Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival by clicking here. Taste of Soul Festival – Atlanta Come on down to one of Atlanta's oldest and most historic neighborhoods for the free Taste of Soul Atlanta festival. This day-long festival on Saturday the 2 nd, features a range of food, music and art with a soulful connection. Get more information directions at the Taste of Soul Atlanta website here. Wherever your long weekend leads you, we hope it's a great one for you and your family. We'll be right here on Tuesday when all of the Labor Day fun has subsided. If you have any questions, or are looking to schedule a test drive, contact us!

The all-new 2018 Ford F-150 will offer its most advanced lineup of powertrain options ever, and we thought we’d dive into some of the specs regarding those engine options to give you a better idea of the choices you’ll be making if you decide you want one of these incredible new machines for yourself. more “The Ford F-150 lineup again delivers on its promise to give full-size truck customers even more value, functionality and smart technology innovations, with engines with best-in-class towing, payload and fuel economy. Our new F-150 highlights Ford’s commitment to its hardworking truck customers and how we listen to their demands for their new F-150 to be even tougher, even smarter and even more capable of work and play.” - Todd Eckert, Truck Group Marketing Manager, Ford Motor Company 3.3L V6 This year the standard engine will be the 3.3L V6, offering a more efficient, powerful and torque-offering base trim level than ever before. If offers 290 horsepower, 265 pound-feet of torque and a 22 miles per gallon combined fuel economy. 2.7L EcoBoost V6 This engine comes equipped with a segment-exclusive SelectShift 10-speed automatic transmission and offers 325 horsepower, 400 lb-ft. of torque and 22 mpg combined. 5.0L V8 The largest engine in the lineup offers best-in-class payload with its 395 horsepower, 400 lb-ft. of torque and 19 mpg combined. 3.5L EcoBoost V6 The 3.5L EcoBoost V6 will be offered as a regular engine and a high-output option. The former offers 375 hp, 470 lb-ft. of torque and 21 mpg combined, while the ladder generates 450 hp, 510 lb-ft. of torque and 16 mpg combined. 3.0L Power Stroke Turbo-diesel V6 Unfortunately, very little information is known at this point about the brand-new diesel engine offering for the F-150. We do know that it will be offered starting next spring, so we’ve got a while to wait, but we imagine we’ll get more information much sooner than that. If you’re interested in a 2018 Ford F-150 of your own, be sure to schedule a test drive right here on our website or give us a call at the sales desk.

Best Golf Courses Near Atlanta GA Here in the middle of another Georgia summer, there is so much that people can go out and enjoy in the area. However, those looking for a relaxing time outside with some friends and family can enjoy a fun round of golf. There are so many great golf courses in the area, so we tried to only include public courses in this list so the most amount of people can enjoy playing there. Here are our recommendations for some of the best golf courses near Atlanta, GA. more Legacy Golf Links & Driving Range Location: 1825 Windy Hill Rd, Smyrna, GA Website: Legacy Golf Links & Driving Range The Legacy Golf Links was designed by former professional golfer Larry Nelson, and is an 18-hole golf course right here in Smyrna, GA. Children and adults can also receive lessons to help them improve as a golfer, and people can also casually hitting some balls at the driving range. Cobblestone Golf Course Location: 4200 Nance Rd, Acworth, GA Website: Cobblestone Golf Course Further north of Atlanta is the popular Cobblestone Golf Course in Acworth, GA. Cobblestone was completely renovated in 2010 and has been continuously voted as one of the best municipal courses in the area for years. This course is another great place for fantastic golf lessons, as well as great for golf outings and other events. Read more: Best museums to visit in Atlanta GA. John A. White Golf Course Location: 1053 Cascade Cir SW, Atlanta, GA Website: John A. White Golf Course A great golf course for people of all skill levels, the John A. White Golf Course also offers a Loyalty Program that offers frequent golfers free rounds or balls for the driving range. Located in Atlanta, the John A. White Golf Course is another course you won't regret playing. Those were just a few of our recommendations for the best golf courses near Atlanta, GA. If we missed any of your favorites, be sure to let us and others know in the comments below. If you need a new vehicle that offers room for your golf bag, feel free to browse through our new Ford inventory.