Best Vehicles for Family Road Trips

March 28, 2014 · 3 min read

When planning family road trips it is very important to have the proper vehicle that fits the whole family as well as all the cargo that comes along with taking a road trip! All of that luggage has to go somewhere! Most families need a lot of space not only for kids but also for their cargo. The first car on the list is the Ford Flex! The Flex has three rows of seating and plenty of room for cargo. The second row seats can be ordered with a center-console refrigerator-freezer. It has the best in class second and third row leg room. With additional amenities like the PowerFold third row seat with tailgate feature and a refrigerated second row console the Flex is an ideal crossover for tailgating. Not only is the Flex spacious but it is also comfortable. There are available features such as heated and cooled front seats, dual-zone automatic temperature control, power adjustable pedals, power-tilt steering column and available power, folding heated mirrors. The Lincoln MKT can carry up to seven passengers and features an optional over the top surround sound and video entertainment system with 14 speakers. There is an option package which includes navigation, panoramic sunroof and a blind spot monitoring system. The entertainment upgrade includes video screens behind each of the front headrests that can show two different movies or video games at the same time! While the kids are in the back occupied the adults in the front to listen to something else! This system is also said to greatly improve music played from MP3 players. Another car that made the list is the Ford Fusion. The Hybrid models gets a remarkable 47 miles to the gallon. The Fusion receives high marks for its roomy, comfortable seats and useful trunk space that expands cargo space with a folding rear seat. The interior design is also very attractive and upscale. The notable features include dual-zone automatic climate control, auxiliary jack, satellite radio, Bluetooth, voice controlled Synce with MyFord infotainment system. It can also be equipped with features such as lane departure warning with lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring, active park assist, navigation and a rearview camera with back up sensors. The Hyundai Santa Fe is also on our list of the best vehicles for family road trips. It features rear seats that are split into three sections which are able to fold down for clever use of space. Standard features include a 17 inch alloy wheels, power accessories, Bluetooth technology, six speaker audio systel and the Hyundai Blue Link telematics system. The Santa Fe is a 2013 IIHS Top Safety pick and has dual front side mounted air bags as well as child seat anchors and emergency braking assist. Hyundai vehicles also come with the Hyundai powertrain warranty which covers up to 10 years or 100,000 miles. Hyundai also has a basic warranty to cover items such as brake pads and linings, belts and radio and audio systems for five years of 60,000 miles.

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Feb 22, 2019 in Preston Ford

WardsAuto Honors Diesel Engine For 2018 Ford F-150

WardsAuto, one of the most trusted sources in the automotive industry, recently released its “2019 Wards 10 Best Engines Winners” list and the 2018 Ford F-150 was among the honored vehicles, thanks to its available 3.0L Power Stroke Turbo Diesel V6 engine. The 2018 Ford F-150 was the first-ever in this truck’s history to be outfitted with a diesel engine that “dreams are made of,” according to Ford Vice President of Global Powertrain Engineering Dave Filipe. WardsAuto editors certainly were impressed by how powerful this available engine is and how it maintained such a reliable fuel economy at the same time. Our staff at Preston Ford, your Ford Salisbury MD dealer, is such a fan of the available 3.0L Power Stroke V6 engine and its many capabilities. We think the addition of this immensely-popular diesel engine makes the 2018 Ford F-150 the undisputed king of its class. WardsAuto editors enjoyed the balance between performance and fuel economy provided by the available 3.0L Power Stroke Turbo Diesel V6 engine. This engine delivers a mighty 250 horsepower and a ground-shaking 440 lb.-ft. of torque, along with an astonishing 30 MPG when you are driving on the highway. It also gives you best-in-class towing and payload with an unbelievable maximum towing capacity of 11,400 lbs., meaning you will have total confidence to haul anything in your 2018 Ford F-150. You will experience enhanced responsiveness and lessened turbo lag thanks to the innovative high-efficiency, variable-geometry turbocharger inside this diesel engine. The high-pressure 29,000 pounds per square inch injection calibration provides a quiet air of efficiency for your 2018 Ford F-150 and smooth rides over all kinds of terrain. With the premium mechanical engine-driven fan and dual radiator shutters, you will be able to handle high-temperature and high-altitude driving conditions with equal ease. Overall, the available 3.0L Power Stroke Turbo Diesel V6 engine was engineered for one reason: to give your 2018 Ford F-150 the muscle and performance it deserves to conquer the open road. Here at Preston Ford, your Annapolis Ford dealer, we think WardsAuto made the right choice in honoring the available 3.0L Power Stroke Turbo Diesel engine in its “2019 Wards 10 Best Engines Winners” list. It is a fantastic engine that really unlocks the full potential of the already-amazing 2018 Ford F-150. So why wait? Visit your Ford Salisbury MD dealer and experience the thrill of this monstrous diesel engine for yourself today!

Jan 11, 2019 in Preston Ford

Preston Ford Says “Mission Accomplished, Delmarva!”

Thank you to all the loyal Preston Ford customers in Delmarva for supporting us! We are so excited to say “Mission Accomplished, Delmarva!” because our 2018 Mission: Possible 6 Sales Event was a smashing success! We started this year-end sales event because we wanted to give our customers unparalleled savings and to showcase our dealership compared to the rest of the country. For the past decade, we have strived to place Preston Ford, your Annapolis Ford dealer, on the list of the top 100 best-performing Ford dealerships in the U.S. This year we had a different goal in mind for the Mission: Possible 6 Sales Event; we wanted to reach the Top 50. We are proud to say that we exceeded that goal and finished the year as the 44th highest-ranked Ford dealership in the nation! This shatters last year’s result of being 52nd and it is all thanks to our loyal customers in 39 states across the country. We are thrilled to announce that we ended 2018 as the top Ford dealer in the East and the top Ford dealer in the Washington region for the month of December. Preston Ford, serving your Salisbury Ford needs, was also the 4th best-selling Ford dealer in the whole country for the month of December based on volume sales beating places like Detroit, MI and Dallas, TX. Our expert staff at Preston Ford, your Annapolis Ford dealer, is extremely honored to serve the Delmarva Peninsula. We are thrilled to offer you several of the most competitive price points, freight always included in our advertised price, and one of the top buying experiences found in the country. Our devoted sales team puts in many hours of hard work, just to make sure you leave Preston Ford confident in your purchase of a Ford car, truck, or SUV. We want to keep that momentum going, which is why we are charging into 2019 to continue our tradition of impeccable customer service. Stop by Preston Ford, your local Salisbury Ford dealer, today and let us help you find the Ford of your dreams!

Oct 02, 2018 in Preston Ford

Fall Seasonal Maintenance

The Preston Automotive Group wants to make sure that our clients always get the service they need for any upcoming season. Fall brings beautiful scenery; leaves falling and the weather cooling down to a comfortable temperature. However, keep in mind that this lovely fall weather can cause some issues for your vehicle if it is not properly maintained. We have listed out some of the aspects of your vehicle that you may want to check out before the fall season really gets into full swing. Windshield Wipers - Spring and winter aren’t the only times for intense weather, as autumn also commonly entails late-night thunderstorms and even sometimes snow as you round the season out. A windshield that is dirty could lead to eye fatigue and even safety problems if the issue persists. Make sure that your windshield wipers have blades that are working correctly and replace them if you find any problems or missed spots. You should also make sure that you have enough windshield wiper fluid to keep your windshield completely clean. Oil - You probably spent much of this past summer on the road, whether it be heading down to the beach for some fun during the day or taking that long road trip that your family has been craving all year. Either way, you’ve probably accrued some mileage on your car, truck or SUV. Make sure that you check your vehicle’s handbook to see how often you should be changing your oil. Having fresh oil can prevent engine problems and keep your fuel economy at the optimal rate. If you need your oil and/or filter changed, then come into one of the Preston Automotive Group’s service areas and get your vehicle back to peak performance. Cooling/Antifreeze Systems - Even though fall is here, the summer heat may not be completely gone quite yet. Make sure your engine makes it through these last few hot weeks by ensuring that the cooling system has been flushed out and filled back up with coolant that is both factory approved and the right amount. Bring your vehicle into one of the Preston Automotive Group service stations and get your coolant levels checked and refilled, if needed. We can also make sure that your levels of antifreeze are where they should be, so your engine continues to perform how it should as we get closer to winter. So bring your vehicle into a Preston Automotive service department today and get it ready for the fall season under the hood.

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