Archive for the ‘Performance’ Category

2018 Ford F-150 Diesel Has a Spring Release Date

Monday, January 8th, 2018
logo and branding for the new 2018 Ford F-150 Power Stroke diesel engine

Drivers have been very excited for the new 3.0-liter Power Stroke V-6 engine that will be available alongside the gas engine options on the 2018 Ford F-150. We finally have tentative goals for fuel-efficiency on this new engine and solid horsepower and torque numbers. Learn more about the new Power Stroke below. (more…)

What does an air force fighter jet have in common with a Ford truck?

Wednesday, August 2nd, 2017
Ford F-150 Raptor and F-22 fighter jet

Check out the Ford F-22 F-150 Raptor

Every summer, hundreds of thousands of people descend on Oshkosh, Wisconsin for the annual EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association) AirVenture. AirVenture is one of the largest air shows and conferences in the world, attracting visitors from all over the world. This year’s AirVenture featured a first-of-its-kind F-22-inspired Ford F-150 Raptor. The Raptor already has a great reputation for performance and capability, but with some accents and inspiration borrowed from one of the Air Force’s top fighter jets, the Raptor really soars. Check out the Ford F-22 F-150 Raptor!  (more…)

What Makes the Ford 10-Speed Transmission Special?

Wednesday, May 3rd, 2017
Dirty Ford F-150 - Why Truck Drivers Love the Ford 10-Speed Transmission

Why Truck Drivers Love the Ford 10-Speed Transmission

For over a century, Ford has been creating beautiful vehicles, powerful engines, smooth transmissions and countless other automotive innovations. Every year, Ford products continue to raise the bar for the entire industry. One particular product that Houston Ford wants to recognize is the Ford ten-speed transmission. The 2018 Ford F-150 is almost here, and in several of its trims, you will find a standard ten-speed transmission equipped to the engine; and, believe it or not, one of the most highly-anticipated features of the new F-150 is the transmission. To anyone who doesn’t understand why truck drivers love the Ford 10-speed transmission, stick around; Houston Ford has the answers. (more…)

Get superior power and performance from the 2017 Ford Mustang

Wednesday, June 22nd, 2016
2017 ford mustang exterior side blue

2017 Ford Mustang performance

When you’re in the market for a sporty car that offers incredible power and performance, it’s very likely that the Ford Mustang is one of the first vehicles that comes to mind. That’s because throughout the years the Mustang has continued to make a name for itself with its powerful engine and upscale interior. This year is no exception to this with the 2017 Ford Mustang performance offering more power and versatility than ever. (more…)

Custom Tires for Ford Performance Vehicles

Monday, November 9th, 2015

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. (more…)