Ford's Advanced Driver Assistance Systems: Navigating New Technologies

Whether driving your kids to school in the morning or going on a family road trip, your car's comfort, safety, and convenience can be greatly enhanced with a few Ford family accessories. Whichever accessories you opt for, the genuine Ford brand guarantees quality and durability. Genuine Ford Accessories for Family Travel All-Weather Floor Mats Traveling with children usually means a good deal of mess and cleaning. All-weather floor mats are extra resistant to dirt, mud, crumbs, and all kinds of grime, making it far easier to clean up after each ride. more Portable Rear-Seat Entertainment On long drives, it's important to keep your kids, or any rear-seat passengers, nicely entertained. Ford offers an advanced dual-tablet style entertainment system that provides movies and games. And with additional Bluetooth Game Controllers, your kids will never get bored. Pet Seat Covers and Barrier If your family includes a furry friend or two, you'll want to protect your seats from dog hair and slobber. The Ford pet seat covers are extremely durable with triple-stitched main seams. They're water-repellent and also very comfy. In addition, you could purchase the front seat pet barrier, which prevents overly excited dogs from leaping into the front portion of the cabin. Custom Sunscreen During summer, getting into a hot car or truck is no fun at all. You can dramatically reduce interior heat with custom sunscreens designed to perfectly fit the windows and windshield of your particular vehicle and model. Roadside Assistance Kit With a Ford Roadside Assistance Kit, you gain peace of mind that if your car should ever break down, you're well-prepared. This complete kit comes in a soft fire-resistant case and includes a reflective safety vest, survival blanket, and rain poncho, plus tools, towels, lights, bandages, booster cables, and much more. You might also want to purchase Ford's first aid safety kit, just in case. Clamp-On Roof Cross Bars Family camping trips, sporting events, and vacations often involve carrying extra equipment. You can avoid cluttering up your car with convenient clamp-on roof crossbars that easily hold extra cargo and cargo that won't fit easily into your trunk. Camping Bed Tent Turn the rear of your pickup into a spacious, cozy tent that's super easy to set up, comfortable inside, and resistant to all kinds of weather conditions. This accessory makes family camping trips a breeze. Discover More Ford Family Accessories Today Pay us a visit to browse these and many more superb Ford vehicle accessories. We can let you know exactly what comes available for your car or truck, and show you how the accessories work in action.

Rear-end collisions are among the most common accidents, often caused by limited visibility when reversing. The Ford Cross-Traffic Alert, designed to address this problem, stands out as a leading collision-prevention system that highlights Ford's dedication to safety for all occupants. Ford Cross-Traffic Alert: An Emphasis on Premium Safety What Is Cross-Traffic Alert? Part of Ford's Blind Spot Information System (BLIS), Cross-Traffic Alert helps you reverse safely out of parking spots or onto busy streets. The system alerts you when a vehicle is about to cross your Ford's path from behind, ensuring you know when it's safe to proceed. more How Does Cross-Traffic Alert Work? The system uses radars near your Ford's rear quarter panels and automatically activates when you shift into reverse. When the system detects a vehicle crossing your path, the side-view mirror indicators will flash, an audible chime will sound, and a visual alert in your Ford's message center will show you the direction of the approaching vehicle. Ford's Blind Spot Information System Using the same sensors as Cross-Traffic Alert, Ford's BLIS activates as soon as you reach speeds over three miles per hour and remains active throughout your drive. When BLIS detects a vehicle in your blind spot, you'll receive an alert via an LED on the corresponding side-view mirror. This light will remain on until the vehicle exits your blind zone. If you're attempting to change lanes and the system detects an approaching vehicle on the corresponding side, the mirror's LED icon will flash, accompanied by an audible warning. Cross-Traffic Alert With Trailer Coverage How It Works When your trailer is connected to your Ford, BLIS extends the radar's detection zones by using sensors in the taillights. This allows BLIS to cover the area from the side-view mirrors to the end of the trailer, providing comprehensive safety. Getting Set Up Using the buttons on your steering wheel, navigate to the "Towing" section on your onboard screen and select "Trailer Setup." This will take you through several screens requesting information about your trailer, such as its length, width, and connected hitch. Once you finish inputting the information, your Ford will automatically save this configuration and select it when you attach your trailer. Advice When entering your trailer's length, measure from the ball hitch to the rear of the trailer. Since the screen defaults to 18 feet and adjusts in three-foot increments, we recommend selecting the length closest to or slightly above your actual trailer length for full coverage. We also recommend completing this setup before connecting your trailer to streamline your experience. Discover how Ford's leading safety technology enhances your driving experience, providing peace of mind when it matters most. Visit our dealership here at Coughlin Ford of Heath in Newark, OH, to explore Ford's advanced technology and check out our full lineup of vehicles today!

Whether you're a to-and-from commuter, an off-roading enthusiast, or an avid thrill-seeker looking for a truck, the 2024 Ford F-150 should find its place in your garage. This versatile pickup is powerful, packed with modern amenities, and easy to customize to suit your preferences or needs. 2024 Ford F-150 Engine Options A base 2.7L EcoBoost V6 engine pumping out 325 horsepower and 400 lb-ft of torque keeps the F-150 ready for work or play. This powertrain pairs with a 10-speed automatic transmission and selectable drive modes for efficient performance on asphalt and unpaved roads. Rear-wheel drive comes standard for enhanced fuel economy, but you can upgrade to a 4x4 drivetrain. If you need more power or extra muscle off the road, you can upgrade to one of the four additional gas engines, including a High-Output Supercharged 5.2L V8 engine that produces 720 horsepower and 640 lb-ft of torque. For long-distance driving or savings at the pump, you can also customize the truck with the available 430-hp 3.5L EcoBoost Full Hybrid V6 engine for an EPA-estimated fuel economy rating of 23 MPG combined. more Configurations for All Needs When buying a 2024 F-150, you can customize much more than the powertrain. Various cab and bed setups make this model one of the most versatile light-duty trucks you can drive today. If you need a work truck, you can pair the Regular Cab with a 6.5-foot or an 8-foot bed. The Super Cab style offers a roomier interior space with seating for six and pairs exclusively with a 6.5-foot bed for seamless maneuverability. If you need a truck for everyday driving and play, the SuperCrew Cab, compatible with 5.5-foot or 6.5-foot beds, boasts luxurious comfort and plenty of convenience. Towing and Payload Capacity With outstanding towing and payload capacities, the 2024 F-150 is ready for anything from hauling construction materials to towing camping trailers. The standard equipment boasts a conventional towing capacity of up to 8,400 lbs and up to 1,785 lbs of payload capacity. If you need to haul more, you can get up to 2,445 lbs of payload capacity from the 3.5L EcoBoost V6 engine. The same engine paired with the SuperCrew 6.5-foot style and 4x4 drive also delivers a best-in-class conventional towing capacity of 13,500 lbs, when the truck is equipped with the Max Tow Axle upgrade and the Tow/Haul Package. For seamless trailering, each model comes standard with a Class IV trailer hitch and you can easily manage trailer functions on the 12-inch productivity screen. The 2024 F-150 comes well-equipped for most purposes, and you can easily customize each trim level to suit your needs. Visit us at Coughlin Ford of Heath in Newark, OH to discover more about this model and take it for a spin.