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Ford is changing the way people look at mobility, offering new physical and digital solutions that make getting around easier. Via a new mobile app platform called FordPass, commuters can access several exclusive services and get “Appreciation” perks from affiliated companies like 7-Eleven, McDonald’s and Spotify.

FordPass is a free app that’s available to anyone, whether you drive a Ford vehicle or not. A few of the program’s key parts include:

FordGuides
Similar to a conciege service, FordGuides enables users to receive free assistance with a variety of tasks via phone or chat. For example, if you…

The Chipotle Cultivate Festival returns to the Valley this spring, offering food, fun and festivities for visitors. Free to attend and exciting for all ages, the Chipotle Cultivate Festival will feature a wide range of activities, including cooking demonstrations from acclaimed Food Network and Cooking Channel chefs!

Delicious eats will be available for purchase, including mouthwatering desserts offered at the event’s Artisan’s Hall. A variety of craft beers, ciders and wines will be on sale as well, and you’re sure to find the perfect match to complement your food picks. The event will even feature a special…

When you want to bring your furry friend along on car rides, make sure you follow these guidelines to enhance safety for all vehicle passengers.

• If you want to reduce the risk of getting into an accident, keeping your pet restrained is a must. Invest in a pet carrier or pet seat belt to keep your pup in place on car rides. A roaming Rover can be a big distraction and, according to a 2011 AAA and Kurgo study, a high percentage of dog owners admit to reaching back to hold down their dogs while driving.


• Do not let your…

Two of our favorite vehicle models are now available LEGO style! For children ages 7+ and LEGO Speed Champions collectors, all-new Ford Mustang and F-150 Raptor LEGO kits are now for sale online. Children and LEGO fans of all ages are sure to have fun with the new sets, which are getting good reviews from buyers. Both kits include a multitude of pieces and will spark hours of play for children, while expert builders will find the sets quick to assemble and sturdy.

Budding Ford fans and LEGO enthusiasts have a choice of a $14.99 Mustang GT kit with…

AAA reports that drivers spend approximately $3 billion a year on vehicle repairs associated with driving over potholes. And, along with wreaking havoc on cars, potholes and other road hazards cause discomfort for drivers and passengers. To minimize the financial hardship on those of us who encounter diabolical potholes, Ford has been testing cars on a new 1.2-mile track that includes replicas of insane potholes and other road hazards from around the world.

The new potholed course is a part of Ford’s 50-mile test track, which is based in Lommel, Belgium. One new technology that has resulted from…

In an epic stunt never before conjured up by any other automaker, Ford proved that the fully redesigned 2017 Super Duty truly is built tough! With the assistance of John Brenkus, who you may know from ESPN’s “Sport Science,” Ford pulled off the dramatic stunt, which had surprising results.

The large-scale test included eight Ford F-150 trucks and an F-750 TONKA dump truck, all of which were stacked one on top of the other using a special hoisting system. The trucks were then placed directly on top of the 2017 Ford Super Duty’s all-new fully boxed frame. All…

The Bites ‘N Brews Craft Beer Festival is going to take over CityScape in Downtown Phoenix and you won't want to miss out on the fun if you're a craft beer connoisseur. With samples from over 20 North American breweries, fun games, good food and great music, it promises to be a fantastic time.

The Bites ‘N Brews festival takes place on Feb. 27, 2016, from 3-7 p.m. and tickets are affordably priced, plus there’s convenient underground parking at CityScape for festival goers. General admission tickets will get you 10 beer sampling tickets and you can…

Many new Ford models are now offered with the brand-new SYNC 3 infotainment system, which is a replacement for the outgoing MyFord Touch and SYNC platform. To see how the new SYNC 3 interface works, check out the video below. Also, if you’d like to learn more about how the system differs from its predecessor, please view details below the video.

STREAMLINED, EASIER TO READ MENU
Offering a better user experience, SYNC 3 includes a more streamlined menu layout, as well as larger icons and an overall cleaner look that makes the menu easier to read and navigate.

FASTER…

The Ford team had some fascinating things to say at the North American International Auto Show this past January. According to the company, four brand-new SUVs are going to be introduced to the lineup in a "few years." Hinting at basic supply and demand, Ford reps said that SUVs are more popular than ever and that U.S. SUV sales are expected to increase further, making it more important for the company to invest in the development of additional sport utility vehicles.

Ford confirmed that the models would be brand-new and not based on any of the SUVs in the…

Did you know that one pint of blood can save up to three lives and that every 2 seconds someone requires a blood transfusion?

If your resolution is to do more to help others this year, consider making a donation at our upcoming blood drive. The American Red Cross is always in need of blood donations and, because only about 10 percent of eligible donors actually donate, the need for contributions is immense. You can help by rolling up your sleeves and making a donation at our upcoming blood drive on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2016. The ARC will be at…