Warning Signs Your Battery May be Failing

One of the good things about working in a service center is we can pass on tips to drivers to help them save money on repairs. By being able to identify the warning signs the car battery may be failing, you can drive to get it replaced and not be stuck somewhere needing a tow.

Here are some of the warning signs your car battery may be failing:
  • The battery indicator light keeps flashing on the instrument panel.
  • The car cranks very slow each morning.
  • The battery compartment has a strange smell and appears to be swollen.
  • Each time you…
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Keep Your Vehicle From Stealing Gas

Nobody likes to throw good money away, so why throw it away on your gas budget? Any vehicle can get better gas mileage, all you need to do is keep up on your vehicle maintenance. Make sure that you get your oil changed regularly and keep your tires properly inflated. Avoid letting your vehicle idle for long periods of time and use your cruise control when you are on the highway. Be sure to observe the posted speed limits, as well. Just going over the speed limit by 5 mpg can cost you an extra $0.17 per gallon of…
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Stranded But Safe

We've all seen it. Our fellow motorist stranded on the side of the road. Whether due to a vehicle's mechanical failure or a victim of mother nature, being stranded on the side of the road can be unavoidable. If you have a roadside emergency kit though, it probably won't be nearly as stressful or scary. Here are just a few suggestions for inexpensive items you can keep in your vehicle in the event you find yourself stranded.
  • Emergency triangles
  • Flashlight and spare batteries
  • Portable jumper box with cables
  • Blankets
  • A functional car jack and spare tire (most…
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2017 Ford Explorer Cements its Spot Atop the Full-Size SUV Class

What do we here at Pruitt Ford enjoy about the 2017 Explorer, our esteemed American automaker's full-size SUV?

Well, in truth ... just about everything. In our estimation, Ford delivered a doozy with this one.

Check the clip below to get a feel for what we mean. Here now with more on all things Explorer are the industry experts at MotorWeek:

If fuel efficiency is the priority, then you're likely to meet your match in the Explorer's mid-level engine option, a turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder. Those who stick with it in standard front-drive form, for example, will enjoy…

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Change your Oil - Save Gas!

There are many reasons why you need to change your oil regularly. It has a very important part in ensuring that your vehicle runs the way it was meant to-efficiently and at optimal performance. Without motor oil, your car just wouldn't run. It keeps everything lubricated and prevents overheating. It also absorbs all of the debris and contaminants that would otherwise cause damage to your vehicle. That's why it is important to get your oil changed regularly-to flush out all of the "waste." If you're not sure when to get it done-a quick check can tell you…
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2017 Ford Edge is Courageous and Dependable

The 2017 Ford Edge is one of the finest new cars in the market today. Many drivers love how the car drives on the road when they take it for a test drive. Come on by today to Pruitt Ford to check out the new and improved 2017 Ford Edge. This is a vehicle that has a lot of new technology, and it will help keep you safe with its advanced safety equipment. Many people today are excited by all of the new features that come along with this model. If you are looking into a dependable and courageous car…

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The 2017 Ford Fusion Will Keep You Safe in Luxury

Ford is at it again with performance and quality with its 2017 Fusion. Its spectacular design is hard to look away from, and its performance and technology are what keeps Ford customers loving it day after day.

The Fusion's EcoBoost engine option is designed to enhance performance with its new technology. The Auto Start-Stop Technology helps the customer by reducing fuel consumption and reducing your vehicle's emissions. Also included is steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters.

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