If you’ve been paying attention to Ford recently, then you know that they’ve talked freely about their commitment to developing and manufacturing Ford Performance vehicles. Thankfully, all of that talk has also been backed up so far. News of the Ford GT and Ford Focus RS are testament to just how dedicated Ford is to its performance line. I recent team up to create Custom Tires for Ford Performance Vehicles is just the latest example of this. Read the rest of this entry
There’s many different thoughts on when is the optimal time to get an oil change. Some stick to the old 3,000 miles or three months adage with no deviation, and others try to stretch every last drop — waiting months after it’s recommended to get an oil change. But what if your vehicle had a way to tell you how much life was left in your engine oil? Well, that’s actually a thing in many newer Ford vehicles! Learn about how you can save money with the Ford Oil Monitoring System. Read the rest of this entry
The 2016 Ford F-150 is going to have four engine choices for you to pick from, which will look familiar to those who are fans of the 2015 model. Now, there’s a ton of choices to make when it comes to picking a new truck, but one of the most important things to consider is the engine. Need some help? Here’s some tips for picking an engine in the 2016 Ford F-150.
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Having a Key Fob to lock and unlock a vehicle is a modern necessity that has become the norm for us. But what happens if it stops working one day, or if it isn’t working as well as it used to? We’ve got some advice on how to fix poor key fob range. Read the rest of this entry
Test drives have always been a great way to get a first impression of a vehicle, but sometimes it isn’t enough for certain people. You might really enjoy it on that day, but what happens if a vehicle ends up just not being right for you? This can be a problem, unless you’re shopping at Houston Ford, where we have a Road Ready Guarantee in Brainerd MN to protect you! Read the rest of this entry
There’s a ton of great fall events and 2015 halloween events in Brainerd throughout October. Are you looking for something that’s fun for the whole family? We have a few suggestions for you to look through!
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There’s an almost endless number of good things about the new Ford Sync 3 system, but there is one issue that has been persisting with some of its users and our customers. A bright screen of any kind can be a distraction at night, and the Sync 3 is no exception. To fix this, there’s a number of included features to make sure this doesn’t occur. In this blog post we’ll teach you how to dim the Ford Sync 3 Screen. Read the rest of this entry
We have a great service center at Houston Ford in Brainerd, MN, and we love getting to help members of our community keep their vehicles running well. One of the tougher areas of service is working on vehicles that run off a diesel engine. Houston Ford is very prepared to work on diesel vehicles, because it has not one, but two master diesel mechanics.
A master diesel mechanic is centric to diagnosing and confirming what an issue is with a diesel-run vehicle. They’re also the person who will design the plan for service and maintenance. Read the rest of this entry
Keeping the inside and outside of your vehicle in good condition will not only make you and your fellow passengers more comfortable, it will also keep your vehicle’s value high. You should always take great care of your vehicle, especially if you’re planning on selling or trading it in someday — a practice most people do. That’s why we’re happy to share some coupons for car detail specials in Brainerd MN! Read the rest of this entry
We love ford vehicles here at Houston Ford, but one that is always a particular favorite is the Mustang. We love that pony car, and that’s why we’re hosting the annual Mustang Rally at our dealership in Pine River, MN.
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