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The Ford F-150 has Active Park Assist 2.0. This is a feature that will make it a breeze for you to park. The system will be activated by pushing a button. The first thing that it will do is help you find a parking spot. It will then help you park. It doesn't matter if you need to perpendicular or parallel park. After you put your car in neutral and press the button, Active Park Assist 2.0 will handle the parking for you.

You can get more out of your cruise control by using Intelligent Adaptive Cruise…

Ford has released their newest vehicle, the EcoSport SUV. The company is known for its superior and innovative technology features. This article will discuss all of the different types of technology found in Ford's new EcoSport SUV.

The first technology will be Ford's MyKey feature. This feature is for parents that have teen drivers or young children. The car can be set up, so only certain features are available in the vehicle. For instance, you can restrict the car's top speed to 50 miles per hour and place an "over-speed warning."

The Mustang is back for another go-round, and it continues to set the standard for technology features that enhance the driving experience. Here, the team at Andy Shaw Ford will take a quick look at the new Mustang’s most important tech.

Safety Technology

Ford takes safety seriously, as shown by the inclusion of numerous standard safety systems. While each Mustang trim offers unique solutions, all new models are built for a safer driving experience. You’ll find features such as stability control, antilock brakes, and a full complement of airbags. 

When looking for a car, you need to get the one that fits your needs and a car that fits your small budget.  You are also required to consider the safety gears of the vehicle that you want to buy. These safety ratings must be certified by the NHTSA. A Ford Transit Connect is one of the vehicles with these features and safer for driving along the highway and other roads.

The features include:
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Anti-Lock Brakes; Anti-lock brakes are also referred to as ABS brakes; they always sense when the car tire has stopped rotating while under extreme braking. It…

A full-size SUV calls for capability features that surpass those of smaller models, and the Ford Explorer does not disappoint. The standard Ford Explorer is ready and equipped for adventure, as well as daily driving efficiency. Yet, a new trim called the Timberline, also amplifies the off-road capability of the Ford Explorer in Sylva.

In its base layout, a 3.0-liter EcoBoost engine can be added to the Ford Explorer as an upgrade that pushes the capability of this SUV to its limits. Rear-wheel drive is also standard, but a welcome enhancement known as Intelligent 4WD is also a possible…

With room for eight, cargo and impressive towing, the Ford Expedition remains one of our Andy Shaw Ford team's all-time favorite full-size SUVs. It's a very smart SUV, by the way, with trend-forward tech features for the whole family. Take a look.

Auto High-Beam Headlamps

The Ford Expedition's headlamps automatically toggle between high and low beams according to ambient external light conditions and nearness to other motorists' headlamps. This lets you keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road.

Pre-Collision Assist

The Ford Expedition scans the road ahead of you

Here at Andy Shaw Ford, the Ford Mustang is a sought after sports car because it never fails to impress. With the Mustang, Sylva car shoppers have multiple engines to choose from as well as numerous performance packages that take this sports car's capability to new heights.

The 2.3L EcoBoost engine powers the Mustang. This engine was crafted for performance with direct injection and turbocharging. This engine reaches up to 310 horsepower and 350 pound-feet of torque. The Mustang Shelby GT500 comes standard with a 5.2L Supercharged V8 gas engine. 

Although it has throwback-style two-row seating, the resulting legroom afforded passengers makes the cabin of the Ford Edge all the more appealing. Plus, this big SUV has many other standout qualities to its credit. Take its capability features, for example. Our Andy Shaw Ford team selected the following two for your info.

Intelligent All-Wheel Drive

Drive confidently through bad weather and on slippery roads with Ford Edge Intelligent AWD. Thanks to a cutting-edge on-board computer, Intelligent AWD monitors road traction, delivering additional torque as 

Picking a Ford Explorer from Andy Shaw Ford will allow you to have a vehicle designed to be powerful. Drivers in Sylva choose this midsize SUV due to its ability to deliver powerful off-road performance.

The Ford Explorer's powerful performance comes from its base engine, a 2.3 liter turbocharged four-cylinder that boasts an impressive 300 horsepower. Instead of the base engine, you can choose between the following available engines:

• 3.0 liter twin-turbocharged six cylinder with 365 horsepower
• 3.0 liter twin-turbocharged six cylinder with 400 horsepower

Learning to drive can be full of challenges for your teenager. At Andy Shaw Ford, we want to help ease your adolescent driver's transition into independence and safe driving. The following Ford Fusion smart features can help build their confidence through successful driving.

Blind spots are hard for even experienced drivers to navigate. The Fusion's Blind Spot Information System can provide your budding driver with information about objects in this danger zone. The included Cross-Traffic Alert system sounds an alarm and displays a warning when traffic is in the blind spot so they can