Prestige Ford & Garland Community Raise $12,000 for Good Samaritans of Garland for Families in Need

Posted on April 28, 2020 by admin

Randall Reed’s Prestige Ford in Garland, Texas would like to thank everyone for coming together and helping our area families who are in need of a hand. Everyone giving a little is truly helping a lot. So far, we are thrilled to share that $12,000 has been raised and donated to the Good Samaritans of Garland, Inc. – “Good Sam”.

Randall Reed’s Prestige Ford and the Garland Community Fundraiser has been providing food assistance to help over 150 families with emergency food and supplies that are in Garland ISD and hundreds more in the Garland community since we started in April!

Still In Need. Can You Lend a Hand?

Good Sam is still in need of canned meat ravioli, tuna, canned fruit, peanut butter and beans to assist in the coming summer months.  

Garland and the surrounding cities are truly about the people and we all take care of one another. We are all in this together. If you would like to get involved, here are some ways you can help:

> Donate on Facebook through Thursday: https://lnkd.in/eXtTcWH
> Donate directly at GoodSamofGarland.org  
> Email Sheena Sharapata with Prestige Ford at SSharapata@WCAO.net if you know a company that would like to donate $250, $500 or $1,000.

#GarlandStrong — Businesses & Community Come Together To Help One Another

Special Recognition

The community and local businesses have stepped up together during COVID-19 to support the local non-profit providing food assistance in Garland, Rowlett and Sachse. Thank to Garland Fire Department and Dallas Area Rapid Transit (Official DART page) for helping to pack and with transportation. Thank you to BraceBuilt.com and BraceSteel.com for donating $500 as well as Edward Jones – Financial Advisor: Skyler Marchand for donating $500 back to support the mission. 

Thank you to the following local businesses for contributing
M2 Towing | Greenly Maid | Posh Vapors – Garland | Micropac Industries
Precision Reprographics | Woodforest National Bank | Garland Foodies
Prestige Ford | Quick Lane Tire & Auto Center Garland | RAD-Rides
Tom Sadler | Hello Car Wash | Dickey’s Rowlett Guy New | Grubbs Collision and Motorsports  | Julian Garland Foodies Olalde | Blacksmoke BBQ & GRILL

To learn more about Randall Reed’s Prestige Ford in Garland (serving Dallas, Rockwall, Sachse, Rowlett, Mesquite, Richardson, Plano), please visit www.PrestigeFord.com.

GoodSamofGarland.org | PrestigeFord.com | QuickLaneGarland.com

 

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Ways to Help Garland Community Charities, Small Businesses & Our Heroes

Posted on April 7, 2020 by sydavis

When our community is in need, it is amazing how we all come together. During this challenging time amid COVID-19 concerns, we wanted to share some positive news and ways you can lend a helping hand as well. From helping serve meals to our local heroes to food pantry items needed, there are small ways we can all give to help a lot.

Community Good News & Thank You

Last month, many of you came out to enjoy the annual Randall Reed’s Prestige Ford Classic Car Show (March 7th). It was a great success on two fronts. Not only was it an enjoyable day with gorgeous classic cars, we want thank to all who came out and also donated to our Fill-the-F250 Food Drive for the Good Samaritans of Garland. As you can see, the results were nothing short of amazing.  The results: 2,187 lbs. of food and $1,500.00.  Special thank you to the Texas Cobra Club – DFW Chapter and the SCAT Shelby Cobra Association of Texas for coming together at Intrinsic Smokehouse & Brewery with Prestige Ford. Good Samaritans of Garland serves the Garland, Rowlett and Sachse communities.  They provided food assistance to 827 families in March and provided 160 new families with emergency food assistance. 

Help: Families In Need Now

With the pandemic comes a greater need. The organization needs:  canned meat ravioli, canned fruit, peanut butter, tuna and beans of any kind. You can donate directly online at GoodSamofGarland.org, so they can purchase directly from the North Texas Food Bank. 

Great Work Garland: Companies Come Together

Local Garland companies are coming together to raise funds for those in need together. Hello Car Wash donated $500, Prestige Ford gave $500, Grubbs Collision & Motorsports provided $500 and over $1,000 has come in from the community directly aiming to raise $5,000+ to help families in need due to COVID-19. 

Support Local Restaurants & Our Healthcare & First Responders

Intrinsic Smokehouse & Brewery in downtown Garland has created a special “Help Us, Help Them” Program for First Responders and Health Care Workers.  

How It Works:

You purchase a Charitable Meal Kit for $14.50 and Intrinsic Smokehouse and Brewery will deliver that nutritious meal to a First Responder or Health Care worker. It’s two helping hands with one kind act. Not only will you be helping our local heroes, you’re also be helping a small business and its staff along the way.

Donate online directly at: https://squareup.com/store/intrinsicbrewery/

Support Our Local Police

Garland Police Association is in need of hand sanitizer, masks, gloves and lysol.  Contact Sheena Sharapata at 214.477.7245 or SSharapata@WCAO.net for more details.  

Prestige Ford is thankful to all who have and continue to support our local businesses and charities. Our location on 3601 S. Shiloh Road in Garland is open to assist with any automotive needs. And we are here to continue to help our community. #GarlandStrong.

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COVID-19: Ford, Employees Find New Ways to Give Back

Posted on April 7, 2020 by sydavis

With COVID-19 news changing daily, Prestige Ford in Garland, Texas wanted to share some uplifting news of how the Ford Motor Company Fund is providing two new and unique opportunities for Ford employees around the world who are eager to give back while honoring stay-at-home recommendations. The end result will help communities and our kids.

This new COVID-19 Donation Match program is a combined effort between Ford Fund and Ford Motor Company Executive Chairman Bill Ford that will match $500,000 in donations to designated community organizations in the fight against COVID-19, raising a potential $1 million for groups battling the pandemic across the globe. Ford Fund is also launching a new “Read and Record” virtual volunteering project to create an online library of Ford employees reading children’s books for the 1.3 billion children and youth affected by school closings around the world.

“During trying times, Ford employees are used to being the boots on the ground – getting out, signing up and pitching in to help make a difference,” said Mary Culler, president, Ford Motor Company Fund. “Even now, while many are sheltering in place at home, our employees are looking for ways to help. These two new programs offer meaningful ways for employees to give back and join in the fight against COVID-19.”

Matching Donations to Make a Difference

Through the COVID-19 Donation Match, Ford Fund is giving Ford employees, as well as their families and friends, an opportunity to make a donation to support nonprofits and other community organizations in their efforts to meet coronavirus-related needs in more than 20 countries around the world.

GlobalGiving manages the program and is Ford’s longtime disaster relief and global grant-making partner. The program’s goal is to support community projects in locations that have both a significant level of emergency need and a substantial Ford employee presence. Projects focus on addressing hunger, shelter and mobility needs, providing educational resources, or delivering critical medical supplies and services to communities in need.

The $500,000 in matching funds, which include contributions from Ford Fund and Bill Ford personally, represent the strong commitment of both Ford’s philanthropic group and Bill Ford, who started the Ford Volunteer Corps 15 years ago and continues to champion the importance of volunteering and giving back.

Employees and others interested in donating can visit www.globalgiving.org/ford-covid-response to view a full list of participating countries as well as cities across the United States, and to learn more about community projects they can support. GlobalGiving will add new projects and additional details over the coming weeks, so employees are encouraged to check back often for updates.

Virtual Volunteers & Online Resources

Ford Fund has created a new “Read and Record” virtual volunteering project invites Ford employees from around the world to record and submit videos reading a children’s book in their own language. The effort is designed to provide Ford employees a way to give back from the safety and comfort of their own homes, and builds on Ford Fund’s ongoing efforts to increase literacy and promote a love of reading.

The online library will be catalogued by language, and multilingual employees are encouraged to read in languages other than English. Ford Fund plans to share the library with philanthropic groups that serve children and families.

To further assist employees, their families or anyone looking for things to do at home during the pandemic, Ford Fund is compiling COVID-19 related volunteer opportunities and providing a library of free online resources offered by many of its community partners. Available at www.fordfund.org/covid19, activities include virtual tours, downloadable worksheets, online tutorials, videos and more – all designed to help entertain, educate or inspire people of all ages. The site’s “How You Can Help” page also outlines ways employees can contribute to specific nonprofit needs for volunteers or donations of goods and supplies.

Ford Fund previously announced it is allocating more than $1.6 million in resources to help communities and local nonprofits throughout Southeast Michigan and across the United States address hunger, shelter and mobility needs related to COVID-19. Earlier this year, Ford Fund also worked with Ford of China to provide face masks and other protective gear needed during the initial breakout of the virus in China.  

Healthcare Support

As Ford Fund concentrates on taking immediate action at the local level, Ford engineers, researchers and suppliers are designing and manufacturing masks, respirators, ventilators and other critical medical equipment and supplies for healthcare workers, first responders and patients fighting COVID-19. To learn more about the company’s recent news and efforts related to COVID-19, click here.

If you need automotive assistance, Prestige Ford in Garland (serving Mesquite, Prosper, Terrell, Wylie, Rockwall, Richardson, Plano, greater Dallas/Fort Worth) is here to help. Visit us online at PrestigeFord.com to get started. We’re all in this together.

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Ford Teams Up with 3M and GE Healthcare to Manufacture Medical Equipment, Supplies

Posted on March 25, 2020 by sydavis

At Prestige Ford in Garland, TX, we wanted to share some recent Ford news. During the time with COVID-19 concerns, it serves as a good reminder that we are all in this together. The Ford Motor Company, joining forces with firms including 3M and GE Healthcare, is lending its manufacturing and engineering expertise to quickly expand production of urgently needed medical equipment and supplies for healthcare workers, first responders and patients fighting coronavirus (COVID-19).

In addition, the American automaker says they plan to assemble more than 100,000 face shields per week and leverage its in-house 3D printing capability to produce components for use in personal protective equipment.

“This is such a critical time for America and the world. It is a time for action and cooperation. By coming together across multiple industries, we can make a real difference for people in need and for those on the front lines of this crisis,” said Bill Ford, Ford’s executive chairman. “At Ford, we feel a deep obligation to step up and contribute in times of need, just as we always have through the 117-year history of our company.”

Powering Air-Purifying Respirators

The Ford team is working with 3M to increase the manufacturing capacity of their powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR) designs and working jointly to develop a new design leveraging parts from both companies to meet the surge demand for first responders and health care workers. This new respirator could be produced in a Ford facility by UAW workers.

To go as fast as possible, the Ford and 3M teams have been resourcefully locating off-the-shelf parts like fans from the Ford F-150’s cooled seats for airflow, 3M HEPA air filters to filter airborne contaminants such as droplets that carry virus particles and portable tool battery packs to power these respirators for up to eight hours.

Ford is looking at how it might produce these new-generation PAPRs in one of its Michigan manufacturing facilities, helping 3M boost production potentially tenfold.

“Working with 3M and GE, we have empowered our teams of engineers and designers to be scrappy and creative to quickly help scale up production of this vital equipment,” said Jim Hackett, Ford’s president and CEO. “We’ve been in regular dialogue with federal, state and local officials to understand the areas of greatest needs. We are focusing our efforts to help increase the supply of respirators, face shields and ventilators that can help assist health care workers, first responders, critical workers as well as those who have been infected by the virus.”

“We’re exploring all available opportunities to further expand 3M’s capacity and get healthcare supplies as quickly as possible to where they’re needed most – which includes partnering with other great companies like Ford,” said Mike Roman, 3M chairman of the board and chief executive officer. “It’s crucial that we mobilize all resources to protect lives and defeat this disease, and I’m incredibly grateful to Ford and their employees for this partnership.”

Ventilator Manufacturing

Ford and GE Healthcare is also are working together to expand production of a simplified version of GE Healthcare’s existing ventilator design to support patients with respiratory failure or difficulty breathing caused by COVID-19. These ventilators could be produced at a Ford manufacturing site in addition to a GE location.  

“We are encouraged by how quickly companies from across industries have mobilized to address the growing challenge we collectively face from COVID-19,” said GE Healthcare President & CEO Kieran Murphy. “We are proud to bring our clinical and technical expertise to this collaboration with Ford, working together to serve unprecedented demand for this life-saving technology and urgently support customers as they meet patient needs.”

Work on this initiative ties to a request for help from U.S. government officials.

Medical Respirators and Face Shields

Meanwhile, Ford’s United States design team also is quickly creating and starting to test transparent full-face shields for medical workers and first responders. The face shields fully block the face and eyes from accidental contact with liquids and when paired with N95 respirators can be a more effective way to limit potential exposure to coronavirus than N95 respirators alone.

The first 1,000 face shields will be tested this week at Detroit Mercy, Henry Ford Health Systems and Detroit Medical Center Sinai-Grace Hospitals. Roughly 75,000 of these shields are expected to be finished this week and more than 100,000 face shields per week will be produced at Ford subsidiary Troy Design and Manufacturing’s facilities in Plymouth, Mich.

Ford is leveraging its Advanced Manufacturing Center in Redford, Mich., and in-house 3D printing capabilities to manufacture components and subassemblies for use in personal protective equipment.

The auto company is evaluating a separate effort not involving GE Healthcare with the U.K. government to produce additional ventilators.

In China, Ford of China joint venture partner Jiangling Motors also has donated 10 specially equipped Transit ambulance vans to hospitals in Wuhan, where the coronavirus outbreak began. Ford is also reacquiring 165,000 N95 respirators from China that were originally sent by Ford to China earlier this year to help combat coronavirus.

Ford has also kicked off a working team to help hospitals locate and secure urgently needed surgical and N95 respirators. Ford has so far committed sending Henry Ford Health Systems 40,000 surgical masks while it locates additional supplies.

For companies and individuals who are interested in contributing to this effort,  they can submit their information here at www.fordnewideas.com.

Ford, along with the companies it is supporting, will provide additional updates as these special projects progress.

If you are need of vehicle assistance, from sales to service and parts, Prestige Ford (serving Mesquite, Prosper, Terrell, Rockwall, Richardson, Plano, greater Dallas/Fort Worth) is here to help. We pick up and deliver so you never have to leave your home. Get started by calling (800) 896-9617 or visiting PrestigeFord.com. 

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Ford Offers Special Savings & Payment Assistance Programs

Posted on March 19, 2020 by sydavis

Shop online, buy online, and save a ton online and you never need to come into the dealership! Right now, not only can you save a ton and make no payment for six months*, Prestige Ford in Garland will deliver everything to you! From the test drive to delivering your new vehicle, we are working to help you find the car, SUV or truck of your dreams without ever having to leave your home.

New Ford Programs: Built to Lend a Hand

Plus, right now there are amazing savings, Ford offers and payment assistance programs. For example, for current customers, Ford Credit encourages its current customers impacted by the virus to contact them and discuss the potential delay of payments. They are here to lend a helping hand.

For new customers, Ford Credit is offering no payments for 120 days.* Ford’s program gives the option to delay the first payment for 120 days* and Ford will make the first three payments when purchasing select new Ford vehicles.* Also ask about 0% APR for 84 months* on New Fords.

Benefits of Buying Online

  • Shop Huge New & Pre-Owned Inventory Online
  • Apply for Credit Online
  • Start Appraisal Process Online
  • At-Home Test Drives
  • Free Appraisal & Trade-in Pickup
  • New Car Delivered to Your Door

*Based on distance and availability. Contact dealer for details. Exp. 4/1/20

Vehicle Service Matters: We Deliver!

  • Schedule Online
  • Pickup Vehicle from You at No Charge
  • Assess & Provide Car Care
  • Deliver Service Vehicle Back to You

*Based on distance and availability. Contact dealer for details. Exp. 4/1/20.

All from the comfort of your home!

Our Prestige Ford team provides free appraisals, picks up your trade in and delivers a new vehicle right to your door. So, what are you waiting for?!  Get started at PrestigeFord.com.

*Payment relief based on Ford making 3 mos. of payments for customer plus FMCC deferral up to 3 mos. for well qualified customers. Payment caps apply by vehicle. See Dealer for Details. Customers electing to defer their monthly payment may be responsible for finance charges during the deferral period. All questions regarding payment deferral should be directed to dealership’s financial office on 2019/2020 models. 0% APR for 84 Mos. is based on $0 down payment, payment of $11.91 per month for every $1,000 financed, regardless of down payment on 2019 Models. With very well-qualified approved credit through Ford Motor Credit. Not everyone will qualify for factory financing. Some restrictions apply. In lieu of any other factory incentives. 0% APR cannot be combined with Ford making customer payments. Excludes Super Duty and Raptors. Not available with some other offers. See dealer for details. Exp. 4/1/2020.

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Message to Our Customers

Posted on March 17, 2020 by admin

At Prestige Ford in Garland, TX the safety and care of our customers and team members is always the top priority. While we have had no issues, due to concerns surrounding the coronavirus (COVID-19) and confirmed cases impacting Texas, our dealership is being proactive and wants to assure our community our dealership is taking extra precautions in response to coronavirus concerns. The World Class Automotive Group believes that protecting the safety and health of our employees, friends, vendors and community of guests is always of the utmost importance.

Our dealership group is closely monitoring and taking preventative measures to help ensure a healthy environment for our customers and staff. We will continue to actively monitor and share pertinent updated information.  Prestige Ford is open for business to serve the automotive needs of our customers, and our team is taking the necessary precautions to protect those who visit our dealership.

  • Our dealership has enhanced routine cleaning procedures throughout our locations.  This includes disinfecting high-touch surfaces such as dealership door handles, tables, chairs and countertops. It also includes vehicle door handles and steering wheels.
  • Employees are reminded to be vigilant in exercising proper hand hygiene — covering their nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing, and avoiding touching their face.
  • Our dealership team encourages both our customers and employees to avoid shaking hands and maintain a safe social distance as much as possible.
  • Hand-sanitizer has been distributed to all staff workstations. Additional sanitizing dispensers have been ordered and are being installed for the convenience of our customers.
  • Employees are prohibited from coming to the dealership if they are sick or generally not feeling well.

With the safety and well-being of our customers and staff always being our primary priority, our team will continue to monitor the situation locally and take the appropriate steps to ensure customers may continue to enjoy visiting Prestige Ford for their car-buying, service, parts and collision repair needs.  

For more information about COVID-19, you may reference the following resources: 

We thank you for being part of our Prestige Ford family and helping us taking the proper precautions to stay safe and support keeping our customers, team member and community healthy.

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Texas Cobra Classic Car Show Benefitting Good Samaritans of Garland

Posted on February 11, 2020 by sydavis

Mark your calendars for another awesome Texas Cobra Club Classic Car Show in Garland, Texas! RAD-Rides and Randall Reed’s Prestige Ford Classic Car Show featuring the Texas Cobra Club and the Shelby Cobra Association of Texas is taking place on Saturday, March 7th, 2020 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Intrinsic Smokehouse & Brewery on the historic downtown Garland square.

Fill-A-Ford for Those In Need

The event also features our annual Fill-A-Ford-F-250 Canned food drive benefitting the Good Samaritans of Garland. Bring non-perishable canned good, such as: canned meat ravioli, tuna, canned fruit, peanut butter or spaghetti sauce and add it tour our 1,500 cans already loaded up from Prestige Ford and RAD-Rides! All donations will be delivered to the non-profit 501(c)(3) Good Samaritans of Garland which proudly serves the Garland, Rowlett and Sachse communities.

Fun For Car Enthusiasts & Entire Family

This is a great event that everyone will enjoy. There will be over 50 GT40s and ’65/’66 Shelby Cobras lined up in downtown Garland. There will also be live music, great Texas BBQ and the joy of being part of supporting the local Garland community. 

When: Saturday, March 7th, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Where: Intrinsic Smokehouse & Brewery, 509 W State St., Garland, TX 75040

Questions on the event or how to get more involved? Contact Sheena Sharapata at SSharapata@WCAO.net or call 214.477.7245. 

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Dallas Winter Weather Driving

Posted on February 4, 2020 by sydavis

Dallas-Fort Worth area meteorologist are warning of potential winter weather. That can mean hazardous conditions for drivers for our neighbors in and around Garland, Mesquite, Rockwall, Rowlett, Prosper, Terrell, Richardson, Plano and the metroplex. Even for the most experienced drivers, any inclement weather can be challenging, stressful and dangerous. So, our team at Randall Reed’s Prestige Ford wanted to share a few quick reminders to keep your car running right and to keep you safer out on the roads.

Inclement Weather & Roadways

Did you know – and we are not factoring the snow or ice yet – the AAA states that wet pavement alone contributes to nearly 1.2 million traffic crashes each year. So, what does that mean when snow and ice come into the mix? Winter storms, bad weather and sloppy road conditions are a factor in nearly half a million crashes and more than 2,000 road deaths every winter, per research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. 

Quick Cold Weather Reminders

  1. Stay put! Don’t venture out until you have to.
  2. Take it slow with room to roll. Not only do you need to slow down, you need to leave extra room to both start and stop.
  3. Brake in the know. Make sure you know how your brakes work – not only in dry conditions, but inclement so you react accordingly.
  4. No cruisin’. If surfaces are slippery, it is not a good idea to use cruise control.
  5. Fuel up! You never know what could happen, so make sure you have at least ½ tank – or better yet – a full tank of fuel.
  6. Power pack. It’s always a good idea to have a bag with essential with you in case of emergency. Items can include: glass scraper, umbrella, flashlight, water, blanket/warm clothing, etc.  P.S. Have basic car gear for a breakdown (spare, jack, jumper cables, etc.).

Mind Your Maintenance 

Before you hit the road, Prestige Ford’s Service Department wants to remind you it is key to consider what you can do now to stay safe and seen, especially in poor weather conditions.  AAA says you should make sure to replace windshield wiper inserts that leave streaks or don’t clear the glass in a single swipe. Make sure all headlights, taillights, brake lights and turn signals are properly functioning so other drivers will see you during downpours. Turn on your headlights whenever you drive.

Treading Thin?

When did you last look at your tires? Do you know if you have a good tire tread depth? Are you checking to see if they are over or under inflated? These are all factors to big factors in whether or not your vehicle has good traction, which is especially important on wet road. Check your car, truck or SUV’s tire pressure, including your spare, monthly.  Make sure to do so when your tires are cold, and not after you’ve been on the road for a long time. When in doubt, bring them into Prestige Ford in Garland (serving Mesquite, Rockwall, greater Dallas, Plano, Richardson) to be check out for free*.

Slow Your Roll

This is a no brainer.  When it’s icy or wet, you need to slow down. One it can help reduce your vehicles chance of hydroplaning, which can become an issue with water on the ground.  AAA says with as little as 1/12 inch of water on the road, tires have to displace a gallon of water per second to keep the rubber meeting the road. So, drivers should reduce their speed to correspond to the amount of water on the roadway. At speeds as low as 35 mph, new tires can still lose some contact with the roadway. Slowing down can also allow more time to react to a situation.  Which leads to another important tip, allow ample space between you and the vehicles around you.  Wet weather requires more braking time and reaction time. So a little extra space can help you be in a safer place as you travel in less than desirable conditions.

Skid Control

The AAA shared that no matter the experience, any driving can skin out in certain conditions.  If you ever find yourself in that situation, here are quick steps the AAA list on their website:

1.    Continue to look and steer in the direction in which the driver wants the car to go.

2.    Avoid slamming on the brakes as this will further upset the vehicle’s balance and make it harder to control.

Yes, we know. That is easier said than done, but AAA goes on to share, “Don’t panic, and avoid slamming on the brakes to maintain control.”

You can’t control others and their actions on the road, especially on bad weather days, but you can prep, slow down and take actions to help keep yourself as safe as possible.

Prestige Ford is Here to Help!

If you need your vehicle checked out or need new tires, brakes, batteries, wipers, etc. our team would be happy to assist. If you’re simply ready for a new Ford car, truck or SUV, take the short drive on 635 to Garland Road and Shiloh. We have great specials on a great selection of new and pre-owned vehicles. You can learn more about our Dallas-Fort  Worth area Ford dealership at www.PrestigeFord.com!

Be careful out there, Prestige Ford friends.

Source: https://exchange.aaa.com/safety/driving-advice/winter-driving-tips/#.XjmuoC2ZNTY

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Bigger, More Fuel Efficient & Smarter: See Why Ford Edge Shines in National Ads

Posted on February 4, 2020 by sydavis

Randall Reed’s Prestige Ford team and our smart customers are always looking for the smarter vehicle choice. You can stop looking. It has arrived! The Ford Escape now offers more space, smart new driver-assist tech as well as an optional hybrid powertrain for class-leading EPA estimated fuel economy.

Chances are you’ve seen the new national ad campaign here in the Garland area for the all-new Escape. It looks amazing right? It features more space, smart new driver-assist technologies and a new hybrid powertrain option for class-leading EPA estimated fuel economy.

It’s being branded as “Built Street Smart,” and for a good reason. It offers a lot of smart options. Like what? Well, the improved cargo capacity†, advanced features and class-leading EPA-estimated fuel economy. “By far, our 2020 Ford Escape is our smartest, most capable Ford Escape ever, so the goal now is to educate the public on how we’re delivering as promised in terms of interior volume. The 2020 Ford Escape Hybrid front-wheel-drive has class-leading EPA estimated mpg city and combined fuel economy* and an EPA estimated 582-mile range, plus our available cutting-edge driver-assist technologies,” says Chris Mosco, Ford Escape marketing manager.

Room to Spare!

With unrivaled flexibility, all-new Escape introduces new sliding second-row seats in the non-hybrid models that enable best-in-class second-row legroom** and as much as 37.5 cubic feet of cargo space.

Estimates are In!

The small SUV raises the bar with an available hybrid model that has best-in-class EPA-estimated44 mpg city and 41 mpg combined fuel economy.*

Thanks to its standard Ford Co-Pilot360™ driver-assist technologies, including Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking, Escape earned a Top Safety Pick from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Also featured in the new ad campaign is the vehicle’s available Active Park Assist 2.0, once exclusively the domain of higher-priced luxury brands.

The 2020 Ford Escape and Escape Hybrid are available today, with a plug-in hybrid-electric Escape arriving this spring. So make sure to watch out for that rolling into our showroom. 

What are you waiting for? You’ve been wanting a great SUV that suits all your needs. Now is the time go get a great new ride in the New Year and save. Take the drive down 635 to the Garland Road exit and turn on Shiloh. We’re at 3601 S. Shiloh Road in Garland, Texas (serving Mesquite, Prosper, Terrell, Rockwall, Richardson, Plano, greater Dallas/Fort Worth). Shop online anytime at PrestigeFord.com!

†Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution. *Based on the 2nd row seat in the most rearward position. Class is Small Utility over 4480 mm length based on Ford Segmentation. **EPA-estimated ratings of 44 city mpg / 37 hwy mpg / 41 combined mpg. 2020 Escape Titanium Hybrid 2.5L/ FWD/CVT. 14.2-gallon tank. Actual mileage and range will vary. Class is Small Utility over 4480 mm length based on Ford Segmentation. 

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Bronco 4×4 Prototype Testing Teaser

Posted on January 16, 2020 by sydavis

Our dealership team at Prestige Ford in Garland is very excited about the new Ford Bronco 4×4. It may seem like it is taking forever, but Ford is working on it. Just take a look at this video to see some of the prototype testing taking place. Ford has teamed up with pro off-road racer Brad Lovell to test the Ford Bronco in Johnson Valley.*

So, while all of us are enthusiastically await the return of the Bronco 4×4, Ford engineers are hard at work making sure that it is ready to take on the wild. In fact, in the high desert of California, Ford experts are busy testing and proving out the all-new Bronco’s powertrain and rugged chassis, which is based on the company’s fully boxed, body-on-frame global T6 architecture, in an experimental prototype vehicle.

In the Mojave Desert’s Johnson Valley, home to such punishing motorsports series as King of the Hammers, the Bronco prototype is being pushed to its limits off-road in grueling conditions crawling up rocks and racing across sand.

The Ford Bronco was built exactly for this. The forthcoming sixth generation of America’s original “sports utility vehicle,” makes its world premiere this spring.

Does that make you want a new Ford today? Our Prestige Ford in Garland, TX team (serving Mesquite, Rockwall, Dallas, Richardson, Plano, DFW) is here to help! Take the short drive on 635 to the Garland exit and Shiloh to the Prestige Ford sign for savings. Shop online anytime at www.PrestigeFord.com!

*Experimental Bronco Prototype. Not final vehicle. Professional driver on closed course. Do not attempt. When off-roading, always know your terrain and use appropriate safety gear.

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