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2010 San Antonio International Auto & Truck Show

It's time again for the annual San Antonio International Auto & Truck Show.  This years show starts on Thursday, November 18, 2010 and runs through Sunday, November 21, 2010.

So, what will Ford have on display at this years show?  Ford, like last year has the largest display of new vehicles out of every auto manufacturer and they will have every current model on the floor for you to get in and check out.  However, most of the attention will likely be towards three vehicles up on displays.  What might those three vehicles be you say?  The all-new 2012 Ford Focus sedan is on spinning display on one side and on the other spinning display you will find the all new Ford Explorer.  The last of the three "attention getters" is none other than the "The Boss"...enough said. 

 

If you have some free time Thursday through Sunday head down to the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center and check out what the San Antonio International Auto Show has to offer.

 

Ford Vehicle Owner's Personal Site

Did you know that Ford offers every owner of a Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury vehicle their own personal site to manage everything about their vehicle?  If you didn't know already, go to www.flmowner.comand register your vehicle(s).  The FLM owner site allows you to get service coupons from your local Ford dealer, view your vehicle owner's manual, pay your Ford Credit bill, and quite a bit more.

Take a few minutes and go to www.flmowner.com and register your Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury vehicle and take a look around at the new way to manage all of your vehicle needs.

Ford Model Year End Sales Event

Great news everyone, the Ford Model Year End Sales Event is here!  Now is the time to buy a new 2010 Ford and save thousands.  We have 0% financing available for qualified buyers for ujp to 60 months and 1.9% financing for up to 72 months on the 2010 F-150, Fusion, Focus, Mustang GT, and Ranger*.

Call us now at 210.477.3443 for complete details or to schedule your test drive.

excludes Fusion Hybrid and Edge SE, see dealer for complete details.

Ford adding mobile WiFi internet compatibility to USB ports

The SYNC system offered by Ford in most of its models just got a lot more interesting. In addition to giving vehicle owners super simple connectivity with virtually any phone or music player and the best voice recognition in the biz, the next generation of SYNC will add mobile internet compatibility to its USB ports. What does this mean? It means that if you've got one of those fancy 3G modems for your laptop, you can plug it into the USB port of your SYNC-equipped Ford and voilà! Your entire vehicle is a WiFi hotspot. Imagine the effect of adding easy in-car WiFi to a family of five's cross-country trip in a Ford Flex and you get the idea.

In-car WiFi has been around for a couple of years already, but all instances have required extra dealer-installed hardware (a receiver and router, specifically) and an additional monthly fee. General Motors announced just last week that it's adding optional in-car WiFi to seven Chevy models, but like most systems, you'll have to pay $500 up front ($199 after mail-in rebate through December 31st) for the hardware and $29/month for the service. With a simple software upgrade of SYNC next year, Ford customers will be able to use the 3G modem they may already have and get the same effect, without having to pay extra for new equipment and, most importantly, another monthly fee for internet. It's also an easy way for Ford to get WiFi in the car for SYNC's upcoming mobile apps.

SYNC was already a big reason for infotainment-obsessed car shoppers to consider a Ford, but at least when it comes to browsing the internet in your car, SYNC 2.0 with in-car WiFi just leap frogged the entire auto industry. Not only is the technology impressive, but this new feature actually saves the customer money rather than asking for more.

Official Ford Press Release
 

Ford Advantage Plan

The Ford Advantage Plan lets you buy or lease a high-quality new Ford vehicle with the unparalleled peace of mind of the Ford payment protection program. 

Payment Protection Program - pays the monthly amount due on your new vehicle purchase/lease up to a maximum monthly benefit of $700, for a maximum of 12 benefit payments.

Ford has stepped up to the plate.  Just days after hearing GM's CEO stepped down, Ford stepped up and is offering amercians peace of mind when buying the highest quality Ford product ever built.  This ground breaking program will make up to 12 payments of up to $700 if you lose your job. 

Watch the announcement with Ford's President of the America's Mark Fields.

Still Ford Tough - No Bailout, No Problem

CBS interviews Ford's CEO Alan Mulally on "Early Across America.

The Facts

SYNC Updates

Ford is making improvements to SYNC that include 911 assist, Traffic, Directions, and Information.  SYNC is powered by technology giant Microsoft and offers users complete hands-free control over blue-tooth compatible phones and mp3 players when plugged in to the USB port.  To learn more or to check for updates visit Ford's official website for all things SYNC www.syncmyride.com.

Gas Saving Tips

Eco-Driving can improve your fuel economy by an average of 24%.  In the video below one of Ford's Eco-Driving instructors gives you a few tips on how to be a more fuel efficient driver.