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2020 Ford Explorer ST & Hybrid Models have Elite Performance

Posted on January 14, 2019 by admin

Last week Ford revealed the much-anticipated, all-new 2020 Ford Explorer. Today, the American Automaker took it two steps further with revealing two all-new models that will take Explorer drivers faster and further than ever before. The all-new Explorer ST and the all-new Explorer Hybrid complete the model’s broadest-ever lineup. It includes a variety of driver and passenger comforts, an array of technologies that improve every drive, and new powertrain options that deliver power and efficiency.

“This new generation of Explorer recognizes that every family – and every driver – is unique,” said Hau Thai-Tang, Ford executive vice president, product development and purchasing. “With an all-new ST and an all-new hybrid, there truly is an Explorer for every adventure.”

The Powerful All-New Explorer ST

The newest Ford Explorer ST is the most powerful Ford SUV yet! Engineered by the Ford Performance team, Explorer ST uses a specially tuned 3.0-liter EcoBoost® engine projected to achieve 400 horsepower and 415 lb.-ft. of torque. A top speed target for track drivers stands at 143 mph.

“We designed it to be an ST from the beginning,” said Ed Krenz, Ford Performance chief functional engineer. “There’s no mistaking its ST DNA. It has a performance feel with sustained performance capability and wears an unmistakably ST appearance. More than anything, it’s just a hell of a lot of fun to drive.”

The Explorer ST will provide drivers with an engaging experience by a quick-shifting 10-speed automatic transmission and standard four-wheel drive with selectable traction control. Available upgrades include an ST Street Pack and an ST Track Pack. Both have 21-inch aluminum wheels with differing levels of performance brakes and feature larger vented rotors, red-painted brake calipers with stainless steel pistons, and larger brake pads for even better stopping power.

The Ford Explorer ST model will be offering an upgraded sport mode that will deliver an epic experience. When engaged via the selectable drive mode dial in the center console, the steering system tightens for sportier reaction, the gas pedal responds more aggressively, gears hold longer and shift quicker, and an enhanced engine note plays through the cabin.

The Design

Explorer ST will be a standout courtesy of a black mesh grille insert, liftgate appliqué, lower bodyside details, roof-rack side rails and skid plate elements. “EXPLORER” badging stretches across the front edge of the hood.

Inside, a 12.3-inch all-digital instrument cluster is standard. A flat-bottomed, heated steering wheel embossed with an ST logo and unique floor mats are subtle cues exclusive to Explorer ST. Leather sport bucket seats with micro-perforation, City Silver accent stitching and ST logo complete the sporty feel.

Explorer ST comes standard with a

Class III Trailer Tow Package with Cargo Management System
Active Park Assist 2.0 – Ford’s new driver-assist parking system that takes control of the steering wheel, gas pedal, brake pedal and gear shifter during parallel and perpendicular parking maneuvers with a simple touch of a button.

The Explorer Hybrid- Offering No-Compromise Efficiency

A Ford SUV that has great performance with the power to go further than ever before. The all-new Explorer Hybrid, which features a 3.3-liter hybrid powertrain, is projected to produce a combined system 318 horsepower. An EPA-estimated range of more than 500 miles between gas station fill-ups is targeted for the rear-wheel-drive model*.

Thanks to an all-new 10-speed modular hybrid transmission, unlike previous hybrid vehicles, a specially designed liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery is built into the Explorer chassis below the second-row seats to preserve cargo and passenger space.

“Reduced cargo space in hybrids is a thing of the past for Ford customers,” said Bill Gubing, Explorer chief engineer.

All-new Explorer Hybrid is a no-compromise Ford hybrid SUV designed to offer performance and capability in a fuel-efficient package.

Available in Limited edition trim, Explorer Hybrid comes with

Active Noise Cancellation
Ford Co-Pilot360 Assist+™ driver-assist technologies
Leather seats with micro-perforation and accent stitching
Second-row heated seats
14-speaker B&O premium sound system
Wireless phone charging pad and 10-way power adjustable driver and front passenger seats.

*Actual range will vary. Final EPA-estimated ratings available in the 2019 calendar year.

The 2020 Ford Explorer will be landing at a Randall Reed Dealership near you coming summer 2019! To read about the all-new 2020 Ford Explorer revealing, click here. Stayed tuned to be one of the first to experience the exhilarating performance of the Explorer ST and Explorer Hybrid models.

Ford Revealed the Powerful Redesigned 2020 Ford Explorer

Posted on January 10, 2019 by admin

The Ford Explorer, America’s all-time best-selling SUV is making a mark in Ford Explorer history. Ford Motor Company refers to it as being a redesign from the ground up! The all-new 2020 Ford Explorer delivers more power, capability and adventure tech than ever before. Arriving this summer, the Explorer now features the broadest model lineup ever.

Ford’s flexible new rear-wheel-drive architecture – makes the explorer more capable, comfortable, sportier and roomier in all three rows!

Off-road? No problem thanks to the intelligent four-wheel drive and an available new Terrain Management System^TMthat features seven easy-to-engage drive modes. Powertrain offerings include a 3.0-liter turbocharged EcoBoost^® V6 projected to produce 365 horsepower and 380 lb.-ft. of torque using 93-octane gas, making this the most powerful Explorer ever. The Explorer lineup now features standard, XLT, Limited, Limited Hybrid, ST and Platinum models.

Ford introduces its all-new 2020 Explorer – a complete redesign of America’s all-time best-selling SUV – that now features the broadest model lineup ever, more power and space, and smart new technologies to help tackle life’s adventures. Courtesy of Ford Media

“Explorer drivers told us what they want – more capability, more power, more space,” said Hau Thai-Tang, Ford’s head of product development and purchasing. “They want more technology, not just for the driver, but for the whole family. And they want all of it with a beautifully sporty exterior. This new Explorer gives them all of that, and more, helping make every journey more enjoyable.”

Standard features include a power liftgate, 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine with all-new 10-speed transmission, 8-inch digital touch screen with SYNC^®3, FordPass Connect^TM Wi-Fi service for up to 10 devices and more.

“We obsessed about what Explorer customers need and want,” said Bill Gubing, Explorer chief engineer. “We met with customer groups, pored through internet forums, and dissected social media posts to determine what they love about today’s Explorer and understand their pain points. Then we found ways to improve it across the board. Every enhancement on this all-new Explorer was inspired by our customers.”

Technology that heightens the travel experience

Ford’s New Active Park 2.0

Ford is always pushing to bring more driver-assist technology to the market. The all-new Explorer introduces available Active Park Assist 2.0. This allows the driver to park in a parallel or perpendicular spot with a touch of a button without having to work the steering wheel, gear shifter, gas pedal or brake pedal. Available reverse brake assist, uses radar and ultrasonic sensors to detect an object in Explorer’s path, and can apply the brakes automatically to avoid an imminent collision when the vehicle is backing up at a low speed – such as when exiting a driveway.

The Explorer has upgraded their intelligence with Adaptive Cruise Control with Speed Sign Recognition. In addition to automatically slowing when traffic ahead slows and helping keep the vehicle centered in its lane, the system uses cameras to read speed signs and, combined with the available navigation system, adjusts cruise control settings accordingly.

Explorer comes standard with Ford Co-Pilot360^TM, a suite of driver-assist technologies including:

Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking, which includes Pedestrian Detection, Forward Collision Warning and Dynamic Brake Support
Blind Spot Information System with Cross-Traffic Alert
Lane-Keeping System
Rearview camera with built-in lens cleaner
Auto headlamps with auto high-beams
Available Evasive Steering Assist
Available Post-Impact Braking

“It’s not about filling the vehicle with technology for technology’s sake,” said Chris Billman, Ford Co-Pilot360 engineering manager. “It’s about improving the experience, making driving less stressful, and helping the driver to feel more confident behind the wheel.”

Ford Pass Connect for Everyone

All 3 rows will enjoy FordPass Connect, a standard feature that serves up 4G LTE Wi-Fi for up to 10 mobile devices with a compatible wireless subscription service. FordPass Connect gives drivers remote access to their Explorer, allowing them to use their smartphone to lock, unlock, locate and start the vehicle, as well as monitor key vehicle diagnostics.T

The Interior Technology that Enhances all Passagers Experience

Explorer features an available 10.1-inch touch screen mounted in portrait configuration on the center stack. Navigation maps can fill the entire screen for easy viewing, or split the space with audio information. The screen uses capacitive glass comparable to what consumers are accustomed to on smartphones and tablets, providing a quicker, more responsive interaction with the updated SYNC 3 system. Standard SYNC 3’s more intuitive layout gives drivers compatibility with available features such as Apple CarPlay^®, Android Auto^® and Waze navigation.

A wireless charging pad is available that allows customers to recharge compatible mobile devices, and up to four USB ports, including new type-C outlets, charge next-generation mobile devices. Up to three 12-volt outlets and a 110-volt outlet are also available.

For music lovers, Explorer offers an available 980-watt, 14-speaker B&O premium audio system. Access to SiriusXM^TM satellite radio is standard and comes with new touch screen graphics and functionality – including a display of the day’s sports scores. HD Radio^TMis standard on Limited and Platinum models.

The touch screen shares information with the available 12.3-inch all-digital instrument cluster, which displays important vehicle information such as speedometer and gas gauge. It uses 3D animated graphics to change information depending on which of the seven drive modes are selected using the available Terrain Management System^TM.

The Explorer Design & Power

With more than 2 and a half tons of pulling power. Thanks to the Explorer’s all-new rear-wheel-drive architecture the vehicle is a more-than-capable towing machine, regardless of engine. Vehicles equipped with a 3.0-liter V6 EcoBoost and the towing package can haul up to 5,600 pounds, while those outfitted with a 2.3-liter EcoBoost and a towing package can tow up to 5,300 pounds.

Explorer comes standard with 18-inch painted aluminum wheels, but across the lineup drivers can opt for one of seven wheel designs, including 21-inch premium aluminum wheels available on Platinum models. Other Platinum differentiators include door handles with satin aluminum insert, liftgate appliqué, lower bodyside cladding insert, roof-rack side rails and a unique grille with satin aluminum finish.

Platinum models also feature a standard twin-panel moonroof, which allows light to flood the most comfortable Explorer cabin ever. Explorer Platinum includes special leather seats, plus leather-wrapped steering wheel, dashboard, door rollovers, and door and front console armrests.

Are you ready for adventure? Stay tuned to keep watch of the all-new 2020 Ford Explorer landing at a Randall Reed Dealership near you!

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Randall Reed Continues to Excel in Ford’s Hall of Fame, President’s Awards & Triple Crown Awards

Posted on January 9, 2019 by admin

Many ask what the Ford Triple Crown is, how does a dealer achieve receiving one and how hard is it to get – especially year after year? The Triple Crown is Ford’s highest honor. It is only given to the most elite dealers in the nation. In order to be recognized, a dealership must receive already being a multi-award-winning dealership to even qualify. I am proud to be the first independent Ford dealer to win the highly coveted Triple Crown at every Randall Reed dealership in the same year. In addition, I was also thankful to be the seventh inductee ever selected for the Ford Dealer Hall of Fame. This incredible honor is based on sales volume, and also requires a dealer be respected, admired and loved by the Ford Motor Company, Ford Credit, their own employees as well as other Ford dealers.

Earning the prestigious Triple Crown recognition requires that a dealer is providing award-winning sales and service. They must first earn the President’s Award for customer service; the Ford One Hundred Club, an honor based on vehicle sales; and the Premier Club. All of our hard-working and caring Ford dealership team have these accolades and for several, they have actually earned them all, including the Triple Crown, for six consecutive years.

What Is the President’s Award?

This award is given to recognize that a dealership has achieved excellence in customer satisfaction. The Reed family takes great pride in this particular award as customer satisfaction is paramount. The dealership group is the recipient of multiple President’s Awards and has been year after year during our 30-plus years as a dealer.

What is the Top One Hundred Club?

Many of the Randall Reed dealerships are members of the Ford Top One Hundred Club. Being selected for this exclusive club is in recognition of achieving excellence in Sales, Service or Parts.

What is Partners in Quality?

The Partners in Quality Award from Ford Motor Credit recognizes dealers who have shown the highest level of outstanding customer service and satisfaction as well as their ongoing partnership with Ford Credit. The Reed family is thankful to have multiple locations recognized for their ongoing efforts to take care of the customer first.

What is the Premier Club?

The FCSD Premier Club Award is yet another honor that the Randall Reed family of dealerships has received multiple times for multiple locations. The honorees are comprised of an elite group that is truly committed to excellence.

These awards are all very difficult to achieve and only a percentage of the dealers are able to do so. However, our dealership family is dedicated to providing the highest level of customer care. We are here to serve our customers and all of their automotive needs. Customer total satisfaction is the best reward and the awards make the journey all the more enjoyable.

If you’d like to learn more about our award-winning sales and service, please visit FordWhisperer.com and or shop online anytime at ReedHasIt.com!

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The All-New 2020 Ford Police Interceptors is the Future for our Law Enforcement

Posted on January 7, 2019 by admin

The all-new Ford 2020 Police Interceptor Utility takes to the streets in 2019. The lineup will include Police Responder Hybrid Sedan, F-150 Police Responder, Expedition SSV, F-150 SSV, Transit PTV and SSV Plug-In Hybrid Sedan.

A hybrid vehicle is ideal for our law enforcement, and not to mention taxpayers – because of the potential for significant idle-time fuel and cost savings. When police vehicles are stationary, a conventional gasoline engine must run continuously to power emergency lighting, radios, computers and other on-board electrical equipment. The Police Interceptor Hybrid’s powertrain allows the engine to shut off for extended periods, powering the electrical equipment via its lithium-ion hybrid battery, helping achieve significant reductions in fuel usage and CO₂ emissions.

“Our Police Interceptor Utility’s standard hybrid powertrain provides the potential for significant fuel savings with improved performance and no tradeoffs in safety or interior passenger or cargo space,” said Stephen Tyler, Ford police brand marketing manager. “It’s a win-win-win formula for law enforcement.”

The new and improved 2020 Police Interceptor Utility hybrid has a projected EPA-estimated rating of 24 MPG combined, a 41 percent improvement over the current Police Interceptor Utility equipped with a 3.7-liter gas engine. Projections indicate the first pursuit-rated hybrid police utility will save between $3,500 and $5,700 per vehicle annually in fuel costs versus the current Police Interceptor Utility*. If those savings were applied to every Police Interceptor Utility sold in 2017, it would equate to between $118 million and $193 million*, or more than 43 million gallons of fuel.

In recent testing by Michigan State Police, the all-new Police Interceptor Utility hybrid had the fastest 0-100 mph acceleration, fastest lap, fastest average lap and highest top speed of 137 mph, versus competitive police utility vehicles tested, including V8-powered entries. The only faster entry was its cousin – Ford Police Interceptor Utility powered by a 3.0-liter EcoBoost^®engine.

At the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department testing, the new Police Interceptor Utility hybrid bested the outgoing 3.7-liter model in 0-60 mph by 1.1 seconds and 0-100 mph by 4.7 seconds. It also turned a faster lap time that was 2.4 seconds better than the 3.7-liter and fastest average lap time that was 1.7 seconds better.

Technology that Keeps Officers Safe

The Police Interceptor Utility is equipped with a number of advanced features designed to officer safety. Factory-installed Police Perimeter Alert uses sensors to monitor an approximately 270-degree area around the vehicle. It analyzes nearby movement to detect potentially threatening behavior. When such motion is detected, the system automatically turns on the rear camera, sounds a chime, rolls up the windows and locks the doors. Motion trails of the detected threat appear on the digital instrument cluster so officers can monitor.

Available driver-assist technology includes Pre-Collision Assist with automatic emergency braking, which features Pedestrian Detection and forward collision warning. A unique disable switch for law enforcement allows officers to temporarily override the system to perform precision immobilization technique maneuvers when necessary.

Additional optional equipment includes Rear Camera On-Demand, which allows officers to view behind the vehicle at the touch of a button, and a host of factory-installed and factory-sealed wiring and lighting packages that offer agencies turnkey solutions.

Three powertrain options for the all-new Police Interceptor Utility include a standard 3.3-liter hybrid, plus available 3.0-liter EcoBoost^® and 3.3-liter V6 engines. All are powered by a new 10-speed automatic transmission and feature standard full-time Intelligent All-Wheel Drive and deep snow/sand traction control mode.

“Whether patrolling or sitting idle, the all-new Police Interceptor Utility will change the way officers work,” said Bill Gubing, chief engineer for Police Interceptor Utility and Ford Explorer. “Everything about it was designed for keeping police officers safe, comfortable and ready for action.”

A proud History of Outfitting Law Enforcement

The popularity of Ford police vehicles continues a history that spans nearly seven decades. In that time, Ford has outfitted law enforcement with purpose-built vehicles based on some of its most popular nameplates.

In 1950, Ford became the first manufacturer to offer a police package vehicle, focusing then – as it does now – on safety, durability, performance and the attributes of being purpose-built and upfit-friendly. The Interceptor name debuted on the optional 110-horsepower flathead V8 engine for 1951.

By 1961, 58 percent of police vehicles in use in the 50 largest U.S. cities were Ford models. An emphasis on delivering total performance – including driving dynamics such as acceleration, braking and cornering – continued throughout the 1960s.

The Crown Victoria name was given to the Police Interceptor in 1983. Its available police package featuring an optional 351-cubic-inch 5.8-liter high-output V8 helped make it the preferred choice of municipalities across North America for decades.

Ford discontinued the once-ubiquitous V8-equipped Crown Victoria in 2011, and since then, its new Police Interceptors – most notably, Police Interceptor Utility – have continued to refortify law enforcement fleets. In 2017, Ford Police Interceptor Utility alone accounted for more than half of all police vehicle sales in the United States, outselling all other police vehicles combined.

EPA Estimated MPG. See FuelEconomy.gov for details. *Computed using fuel costs of $2.75 to $4.50 per gallon.

The Reed Factor is proud to support our law enforcement and grateful for their service! You can also stay up-to-date on all the latest automotive news via The Reed Factor Facebook and Twitter social channels!

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Ford F-Series marks 42 years as America’s Best-Selling Pickup

Posted on January 4, 2019 by admin

The Reed Factor – Ford F-Series America’s Best-Selling Truck for 42 Years

Ford has done it again! Forty-two straight years as America’s best-selling pickup! A highlight among another great year for Ford, the American automaker sold more than 900,000 F-Series trucks. “December capped another strong year for Ford and the industry,” said Mark LaNeve, Ford Vice President, U.S. Marketing, Sales and Service. In addition to leading truck sales, “our commercial vans mark 40 straight years of leadership and we had a record year for Ford SUVs, all of which helped us post our ninth straight year as America’s best-selling brand.” F-Series finished 2018 with a record 10 straight months above 70,000 pickups sold; the year saw 909,330 trucks sold, while 87,772 trucks were sold in December alone. With 42 years now as America’s best-selling truck, Ford F- Series had record transactions in 2018 on demand for high-series pickups.

Ford F-150 Built Ford Proud for 2019

The Ford family of pickups has been a leader because they are tough, smart and capable. Ford F-150 is starting the New Year with exciting new upgrades. A 3.3-liter V6 with 6-speed automatic remains the standard powerplant. The 2.7-liter EcoBoost® V6, 5.0-liter V8, 3.0-liter Power Stroke® turbodiesel V6 and 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 are all paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. Trim levels include XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch and Platinum trucks. Range-topping F-150 Limited gets a serious power upgrade with the high-output 3.5-liter EcoBoost engine previously only available on F-150 Raptor, plus a new high-flow dual-exhaust system and redesigned interior. F-150’s Navy Pier interior color scheme changes to Camel Back two-tone. FordPass™ Connect is now standard for F-150 XLT, while the CD player is deleted. XLT Sport Appearance Package gets new five-inch angular step bars. New colors available: Agate Black, Abyss Gray, or Silver Spruce.

STANDARD FEATURES

23.0-gal. fuel tank capacity
2-speed automatic 4WD (4×4 LARIAT and above)
Auto Start-Stop Technology
Black vinyl floor covering (XL)
Cargo box tie-downs (4)
Configurable daytime running lamps
Electronic shift-on-the-fly (ESOF) (4×4 XL, XLT)
Engine Options: 3.3L Ti-VCT V6 FFV2, Engine – 2.7L EcoBoost® V62, Engine – 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 FFV2
Mirrors – Power sideview
Power windows and door locks
Quick-release tailgate with lock
Seat – Front 40/20/40 split
SYNC® with 4.2-inch color LCD screen ir SYNC 3 with 8-inch color LCD capacitive touchscreen with AppLink,® 911 Assist® and 2 smart-charging USB ports (XLT and above)
SYNC Connect (XLT and above)
Transmission – 6-speed SelectShift® automatic with selectable drive modes (3.3L engine) or Transmission – 10-speed SelectShift automatic with selectable drive modes (2.7L, 3.5L, 5.0L and 3.0L engines)

STANDARD SAFETY & SECURITY

AdvanceTrac® with RSC® (Roll Stability Control™) and Curve Control
Airbags – Front-seat side and Safety Canopy® System with side-curtain airbags and rollover sensor
Brakes – 4-wheel vented disc with Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
MyKey®
Personal Safety System™ for driver and rightfront passenger with dual-stage front airbags
Remote Keyless Entry System
SecuriLock® Passive Anti-Theft System
SOS Post-Crash Alert System™
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS; excludes spare)
Trailer sway control

AVAILABLE FEATURES

36.0-gal. extended-range fuel tank
Aluminum cross box storage toolbox by WEATHER GUARD®
Black vinyl floor covering
BoxLink™ with 4 premium locking cleats
Class IV Trailer Hitch
Engine Options: 2.7L EcoBoost V62, Engine – 3.5L EcoBoost V6, Engine – 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 FFV2, Engine – 3.0L Power Stroke® V6 Turbo Diesel2
Engine block heater
Fog lamps
Integrated trailer brake controller
Plastic drop-in bedliner
Rear view camera with dynamic hitch assist
Reverse Sensing System
Spray-in bedliner
Stowable bed extender
Stowable loading ramps
SYNC
Tailgate step

AVAILABLE PACKAGES

2.7L EcoBoost Payload Package
CNG/Propane Gaseous Engine Prep Package (requires 5.0L engine)
FX4 Off-Road Package
Heavy-Duty Payload Package
Trailer Tow Package or Max. Trailer Tow Package
Snow Plow Prep Package
STX Appearance Package
XL Chrome Package, XL Power Equipment Group, XL Sport Package
XLT Chrome Package, XLT Power Equipment Group, XLT Sport Package

Ford Super Duty Powered Up for the New Year

America’s truck leader again brings heavy-duty truck customers the most capable heavy-duty pickup – the 2019 Ford F-Series Super Duty. Its high-strength steel frame, high-strength, military-grade, aluminum-alloy body, powerful 6.2-liter gas or 6.7-liter Power Stroke® diesel, plus TorqShift® 6-speed transmission all carry over. Lariat Sport gets a new Appearance Package with premium painted 20-inch aluminum wheels. An available FordPass™ Connect embedded 4G LTE modem is added for greater connectivity, while an available 1,000-watt, 10-speaker B&O PLAY premium audio system treats customers to top-shelf sound. In keeping with consumer trends, CD players are no longer available. New colors: Agate Black, Silver Spruce.

STANDARD FEATURES

4-/7-pin trailer tow connector
Built Ford Tough® trailer hitch receiver
Engine – 6.2L 2-valve V8 FFV (F-250, F-350)
Engine – 6.7L Power Stroke® V8 Turbo Diesel (B20-capable) (Limited, F-450)
Fail-Safe Engine Cooling System (gas engine)
Front stabilizer bar
Integrated trailer brake controller
(XL DRW, XLT, LARIAT, KING RANCH, PLATINUM, LIMITED)
MyKey®
Pickup box lamps
Rear view camera
Stationary elevated idle control (SEIC)2
SYNC® (XLT)
SYNC 3 (LARIAT and above)
Transmission – TorqShift® Heavy-Duty 6-speed SelectShift® automatic (Diesel)

STANDARD SAFETY & SECURITY

AdvanceTrac® with RSC® (Roll Stability Control™)
Airbags – Driver and right-front-passenger front
Airbags – Front-seat side
Airbags – Safety Canopy® System with roll-fold side-curtain airbags
Brakes – 4-wheel vented disc with Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
Passenger airbag deactivation switch (Regular Cab and SuperCab)
SecuriLock® Passive Anti-Theft System
SOS Post-Crash Alert System™
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Trailer sway control

AVAILABLE FEATURES

5th-wheel and gooseneck hitch kits
110V/400W power outlet
Adaptive Cruise Control with Collision Warning and Brake Support (LARIAT, KING RANCH, PLATINUM, LIMITED)
Adaptive Steering (LARIAT, KING RANCH, PLATINUM, LIMITED)
BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with cross-traffic alert and trailer coverage
BoxLink™ with 4 premium locking cleats
Dual alternators (diesel engine)
Electronic shift-on-the-fly (ESOF)
4-Wheel-Drive System with manual locking hubs
Engine Options: 6.7L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel (F-250, F-350)
Engine block heater
FordPass™ Connect
Hill start assist
LED box lighting, LED roof clearance lights, LED headlights and taillights (LARIAT, KING RANCH, PLATINUM, LIMITED) or LED sideview mirror spotlights
Medium-duty battery (gas engines only)
Mirrors – PowerScope® trailer tow
Operator Commanded Regeneration (with diesel engine)
Power Deployable running boards (LARIAT, KING RANCH, PLATINUM, LIMITED)
Premium Vinyl floors (LARIAT, KING RANCH, PLATINUM, LIMITED)
Rear CHMSL camera
Reverse Sensing System
SYNC 3 with voice-activated navigation
Stowable loading ramps
Telematics Modem

AVAILABLE FEATURES

Tough Bed® spray-in bedliner
Trailer brake controller with Smart Trailer Tow Connector
Transfer case and fuel tank skid plates (4×4)
Transmission – TorqShift® Heavy-Duty 6-speed SelectShift® automatic (F-250 gas) or Transmission – Mobile and stationary mode power takeoff (PTO) provision
Twin panel panoramic moonroof (LARIAT, KING RANCH, PLATINUM, LIMITED)
Ultimate Trailer Tow Camera System
Upfitter switches (6)

AVAILABLE PACKAGES

5th-wheel/Gooseneck Trailer Tow Prep Package
6.2L CNG/Propane Gaseous Engine Prep Package
9,900-lb. GVWR Package (F-250)
10,000-lb. GVWR Package (F-350 SRW)
11,400-lb. GVWR Package (F-350 SRW)
13,000-lb. GVWR Package
Camper Package
F-250 High-Capacity Trailer Tow Package
FX4 Off-Road Package
Heavy-Service Front Suspension Package
Heavy-Service Package for Pickup Box Delete (F-250, F-350 SRW)
Lariat Sport Package
Pickup Box Delete
Power Equipment Group (XL)
Rear View Camera and Prep Kit
Snow Plow Prep Package
STX Appearance Package
Tow Technology Package
XL Value Package
XLT Premium Package, XLT Value Package

That’s just the beginning of what Ford has to offer. Our Ford dealerships offer a huge lineup of Fords from F-150 to F-750s. Shop ReedHasIt.com for our entire line up and find your dream Ford truck today!

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Ford Acheives 40 Consecutive Years of America’s Best-Selling Commerical Van Brand

Posted on January 3, 2019 by admin

More big news from Ford Motor Company. The American automaker has announced they have achieved its 40^th consecutive year as America’s best-selling commercial brand. This is a feat that is unmatched in the auto industry. Ford vans have been extremely popular among fleet buyers for the vehicles dependability, durability and technology that the Ford van family offers.

Ford began the reign in 1979 and celebrates 2018 being the 40th year. Ford sold more than 7.1 million vans with powerhouse names like Econoline, E-series, Transit, and Transit Connect. Led by Ford Transit, America’s best-selling full-size commercial van, and Ford Transit Connect, the best-selling small cargo van, Ford sold more commercial vans than any other brand last year.

Are you looking for the best commercial vehicle, shop ReedHasIt.com to find your trusted van that was Built Ford Proud!

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Lincoln Navigator Earns Edmunds Buyers Most Wanted Award for 2019

Posted on January 2, 2019 by admin

The Lincoln Navigator is power combined with luxury, it earned the 2019 Edmunds Buyers Most Wanted Award in the Luxury Large SUV category. The Buyers Most Wanted awards recognize the most in-demand vehicles in each segment based on overall sales figures, days-to-turn and shopper interest data on Edmunds.

“The totally redesigned Lincoln Navigator represents a huge shake-up in the luxury large SUV category and is the comeback story of the year in the industry,” said Ivan Drury, senior manager, Industry Analysis, Edmunds. “The fastest-selling vehicle in its class, shoppers flocked to the Navigator almost faster than Lincoln could make them, marking quite a turnaround for the nameplate and a big win for the brand.”

Lincoln sales statistics show more than 55 percent of Navigator sales are conquest, with buyers coming from Mercedes-Benz, Cadillac, Land Rover and other luxury brands. The Lincoln Navigator clients also are skewing younger than traditional Lincoln buyers, with approximately 50 percent between the ages of 34 and 54.

Lets take a look at some of the Lincoln Navigator Highlight Features:

Courtesy of Lincoln Motor Company Media: Heads-Up Display

Twin-Turbocharged 450- Horsepower Engine
Lincoln Drive Modes
Adaptive Suspension
Approach Detection
Automatic Power-Folding mirrors
Power-Deployable Running Boards
Panoramic Vista Roof
Second and Third Row Comfort and Leg Room
Lincoln Connect
Heads-Up Display
Driver-Assist Technologies
Adaptive Cruise Control
Lincoln Pickup & Delivery

Are you ready to have Lincoln’s most wanted luxury large SUV? Visit ReedHasit.com for your new dream car, truck, or SUV!

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Volkswagen Shares their Secrets of VW’s First Electric Race Car

Posted on December 26, 2018 by admin

It is amazing how fast technology has advanced for electric cars. Here is some Reed Factor news you can use, Volkswagen shares the secrets of their first electric race car.

Cedric Delnatte, a motorsports engineer designed his dream: a new electric vehicle to take on one of the world’s great racing challenges, from scratch, with no rules beyond those of physics and driver safety.

From the beginning, Delnatte said the team quickly recognized that they are faced with finding the perfect balance between power and weight. At 670 hp, the I.D. R has a mighty amount of grunt, but not as much as, say, a typical stock-bodied racecar. But with just under 2,425 lbs. to move, the I.D. R can accelerate more quickly than most top-level, open cockpit race cars.

Delnatte said computer simulations quickly found that limiting weight was vitally important for mastering the Pikes Peak route and its 156 corners — even if it meant sacrificing some power.

“Pikes Peak is very specific because it’s made out of corners, so having a lot of power doesn’t really help you – it helps you only on straight lines,” he says. “You don’t need this power to be fast on the corners.”

Courtesy of VW Media: The I.D. R Pikes Peak at the Los Angeles auto show. The racing number 94 comes from the ninth and fourth letters of the alphabet – I and D.

Another challenge was the battery pack. At 45 kilowatt-hours, the battery pack on the I.D. R can hold about 26 percent more energy than a 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf – again, a substantial but not overwhelming amount. Delnatte said the I.D. R was designed to make the most of that energy by relying on recuperation – essentially, using its twin electric motors as generators when driver Romain Dumas needed to slow down to recapture energy back to the batteries. Some 20 percent of the energy the I.D. R used to climb Pikes Peak came from brake regeneration.

Keeping style in mind of design, the team knew they had to make the most of all the part. The parts relied on extensive aerodynamic testing and chassis design.

The I.D. R looks like no other car because it’s designed to slip through the air as effortlessly as possible. Every part of the car was optimized either for airflow or downforce, from the smooth floor to the massive rear wing. Since Pikes Peak racers end up at 14,000 feet, the higher altitude makes it harder to maintain downforce. The oversize wing and other parts create so much downward pressure at speed that it’s like having another I.D. R sitting on top of itself.

“If you could rotate the car,” says Delnatte, “the car would fly.”

Driver Romain Dumas had some challenges adapting to an electric race car. The low slung, centered cockpit provides great aerodynamics but has limited visibility. Dumas’ seat is slightly off-center, as the battery pack has been split in two, with one half next to him and the other behind him for better front/rear weight balance. The other challenge: Just how quiet the I.D. R runs.

“It’s much less loud than a conventional engine car, which was affecting Romain quite a lot,” says Delnatte. “A driver in general is adjusting his driving style based on the noise that he’s hearing, and in this type of car you don’t hear that much.”

Now that Pikes Peak has been conquered, the I.D. R team has some other plans for the car. Next month, Volkswagen Motorsports will announce the I.D. R’s next challenge. Delnatte couldn’t discuss specifics, but he said just as Pikes Peak took months of work to master, the next target will need its own set of innovations.

“If you want to go back to a track basically at sea level, you would change the aero because you don’t need such a big rear wing,” he said. “If you go to a longer track, you would need maybe different batteries, or if you go to a track where you have more straight lines, you would need more power and less drag. So it’s really depending on the target you fix.”

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Ford EcoSport creates EcoSpots, Making Parking Easier

Posted on December 18, 2018 by admin

Do you circle around and around looking for a parking spot, and not just a spot, a spot you can fit comfortably in? Your search may be over, Meet the EcoSpot, parking spaces for only the most-compact SUV in North America.

According to a 2017 report from INRIX, a leader in connected car services and transportation analytics, drivers in New York City spend an average of 107 hours every year searching for a parking spot. In Los Angeles and San Francisco, they burn 85 hours and 83 hours, respectively. Nationwide, every driver spends an average of 17 hours a year searching for a parking spot.

Hard to fit parking spots meet the 2019 Ford EcoSport! The EcoSport is in a segment that prides itself on efficient use of space. It may only measure in at 161.3 inches in length, but thanks to innovative features like flip-and-fold second-row seats and a moveable cargo floor board that adjusts easily to any of three positions, EcoSport delivers parking convenience without sacrificing the precious cargo room that SUV drivers demand.

Here’s how EcoSport measures up to some of its chief competitors:

EcoSport has more cargo area than a Mini Countryman, but is 8.5 inches shorter
EcoSport has more cargo area than a Buick Encore, but is more than 7 inches shorter
EcoSport has more cargo area than a Mazda CX-3, but is 7 inches shorter
EcoSport has more cargo area than a Chevy Trax, but is nearly 6 inches shorter

If you are someone who doesn’t want to fight parking spots and loves the feel, space and drive of an SUV, then the 2019 Ford EcoSport could be your next dream SUV. Because in a world where parking is scarce – every inch counts.

If you are ready for your next SUV that may short, but is mighty; check out all the option available at http://reedhasit.com

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Planet Ford Sells Ekstensive Metal Truck to Benefit Boots for Troops

Posted on December 12, 2018 by admin

Reed Family Enterprises and our Planet Ford location in Spring and Humble, Texas are proud to join forces with Boots For Troops to help deliver a very Merry Christmas gift to our military men and women. In tandem with other partners, we are all working to raise funds to bring troops home for the holidays or provide a special “home care package” delivery. The Planet Ford locations are selling this custom, one-of-a-kind Ford F-150. All of the proceeds will benefit the Boots for Troops charity. They are on a mission to uplift and empower the overall morale and mental well-being of our American troops – especially during the holidays.

Boots for Troops recognizes that many of our military personal are unable to afford the cost to travel home during the holidays, so the program pays for flights for our soliders to get home to their loved ones.

Planet Ford has donated a new 2018 Ford F-150 that is customized and featured on the TV show “Texas Metal“ that will air December 26, 2018, and Bill Carlton, owner of Ekstensive Metal Works, stars in the Velocity TV show.

Custom Ford F-150
Ekstensive Metal F-150

Custom Ford F-150 Neat Features

6” Rough Country Lift Kit
American Force Fury Tires Lug Nut
Addictive Desert Designs Bumper Case Rack
Wrap Pixel Works
Wet Sounds Speakers Amps Alpine iLX-F309 Kit
LED Lighting 5/5 Front Bar Roc
Magna flow MF Series Dual Exhaust System
WilWod 6 Piston Big Brake Kit Front only
Whipple Install Tune
Leather Install
Stereo Install Tune
Decked System Bed Box System
T Rex Grill Light Bar
Custom Badging F150 Logo
Custom Under Seat Speaker Box B4T Logo

You can have an opportunity to purchase a customized F-150 with the sale benefitting our troops! Planet Ford is dedicated to supporting our military, and has found a new way to support them by joining forces with Boots for Troops. You’re invited to join the TV watch party on December 26, 2018 from 7 to 10 p.m. at District 249 Bar & Grill at 23238 State Highway 249 in Tomball, Texas.

About Boots for Troops

Boots for Troops also offers custom care packages to soldiers. To date, the charity has sent out 705 care packages tailored to each individual. The care packages are designed to raise the morale of U.S. troops all over the world. U.S. Navy Veteran Jimmy Rogers and his wife Lindsey founded the charity and work hard to find special items for every shipment, whether it’s a jersey from their favorite sports team, cookies from their hometown bakery or much-needed footwear.

“I found my fellow crew members were lonely and missed the comforts of home,” said Rogers. “When care packages came, they were often filled with poor quality items or things they didn’t need. Although sent by caring individuals, there was nothing personal about the packages. Every care package we send is customized to each recipient. What makes us unique is that they all contain a pair of boots.”

Planet Ford & The Ford Whisperer

With over 30 years of experience as a Ford dealer, Randall Reed has truly become a Ford Whisperer. Our multiple award-winning dealerships strive to achieve a pinnacle level of success and recognition by always exceeding our client and associates’ expectations and needs. We believe in business being done through skilled craftsman who are passionate loyal advocates, exuding honor, integrity, ethics and humility giving back to our communities. Our mission is simple… #1 in customer satisfaction and #1 in the hearts of our employees and communities we serve. Together, we all win!

For more information on the Pixel F-150 or if you’re ready for your own custom Ford F-150, then visit Planet Ford (serving Greater Houston, Atascocita, Kingwood, Katy, Conroe) in Humble off HWY 59 today. If you can dream it, we can build it.

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