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Your road trip shouldn't be like a horror movie. You shouldn't break down in the middle of a dark road. You shouldn't have to walk seven miles to a gas station. It doesn't have to be that way. A little preparation can go a long way. It can save you tons of anguish.

You can start by packing a gas can to store extra gasoline. It can give you enough just to get those extra few miles. It can also serve as storage for gas should you run out. You can also pack valuable items like…

Your car battery could be running out of juice. Does it need to be tossed? It might need to be tossed if it's not helping you start the car. You might need to get the jumper cables out way too often these days. That's never good. You might have a weaker than normal sounding horn. That's not good, either.

The car battery is integral to running electrical components within your vehicle. It powers windows, locks, radios, windshield wipers, cigarette lighters, external power and more. It's the basis for a lot of energy within the framework of…

Gas prices go up and down all the time. No matter what the price of gas at the time it can still be a very expensive bill. That bill is even larger if your fuel economy is not low. While your car may have a standard fuel economy, there are ways to increase it and make your gas last longer. Follow these tips to get more miles per gallon of gas you buy.

If you drive your vehicle a lot, make sure to change your oil, and use c-foam or gas cleaner to ensure that there isn't any buildup…

A roadside emergency kit is a good thing to add to your vehicle. It could help you when you are stranded, and it could help save lives.
A brief description and a brief reason to have them in the kit would help.

• A flashlight in case the emergency is in the dark. Road flares to warn traffic. Reflectors for traffic direction.
• A first aid kit would help if there are injuries to deal with. Gauze, tape, sterile bandages, pain killer, antiseptic ointment, and even antibiotics if available.
• Jumper cables to help start your car or another car.
• Unopened bottled water…

If ever there were a full-size SUV that could leave us here at Metro Ford Inc. flat-out floored, our esteemed American automaker's, the 2017 Explorer, would have to be it. You see, no matter how you slice it, this is one incredible crossover.

Wondering why we feel as we do?

Well, then, the clip below should help spell it out. Join the good folks over at MotorWeek, as they take the Explorer out for a spin:

Drivers who value high-flying performance are sure to meet their match in the Explorer's range-topping engine, a turbocharged 3.5-liter V6.

The…

If you just want to get outside the bounds of your normal driving routine, the 2017 Ford Escape is there for you. It is designed to go anywhere at anytime. The Escape's rugged and reliable build will handle the trials of whatever trail you follow. It will carry through the rain and snow and provides many new safety features to help you handle the drive.

But even if you have your sights set on more mundane driving, the Escape is fine for the task. With a well-designed exterior and comfortable interior, even doing chores will be a pleasure. The…

If you are changing your oil yourself, you'll need a jack and jackstands, a box-end wrench and a container for the oil. You can also use the container to catch the oil. To change the oil, you'll need to drain out the old motor oil from your car and replace it with new oil. This is also the time to replace the oil filter.

It's important to change the oil or have it changed when your mechanic recommends it, which is usually about every three months or so. Depending on the model of your vehicle, you may…

Life is all about change. If there is one thing that you can count in, it's that there will be changes. This is what the engineers of the 2017 Ford C-MAX kept in mind when designing the type of compact vehicle that would be able to assist you in adapting quickly to changes. Even the way the car is powered offers you, the flexibility of choosing between driving in electric only mode, gasoline only mode, and simultaneous electric and gasoline powering. The power-split hybrid architecture that enables this type of innovation is made possible with a lithium-ion powered...

Looking for a car that is more than just a means of transportation? If you spend a lot of time in your ride, shouldn't you enjoy your time there? If you drive a Ford Fiesta, you will enjoy it so much, you'll be looking for excuses to take it for a spin. It's just that fun to drive. It's serious about fun. It's a real head-turner, too, with its 16-inch Sparkle Silver-painted aluminum wheels, leather-wrapped shift knob, and rear spoiler. It even has SYNC 3 that lets you gets things done on the go with…

The 2017 Ford Explorer is an SUV that accommodates adventurous families. Navigating unpaved trails is made easy with the Intelligent 4WD that's linked to the Terrain Management System. Pulling off sharp turns on meandering roads is also simplified with some help from the Curve Control and AdvanceTrac with Roll Stability Control. Equipped with the Hill Descent Control, the Ford Explorer can also maintain a steady pace even while rolling down steep landscapes.