Ford sold an F-Series truck every 29.3 seconds last year. Globally that equals 1.075 million trucks. With these kinds of numbers, it’s safe to say that consumers consider Ford to be the brand of choice when it comes to reliability, safety, quality, and affordability.
If you’re considering buying a new vehicle, you may be wondering, is Ford reliable?
Keep reading to learn how reliable and safe your new Ford can be.
Is Ford Reliable?
When it comes to reliability, Ford has had a rough history. But the company has made a serious effort to leave the rumors of unreliability behind. These days, several of Ford’s models have received high marks for their reliability.
JD Power gave Ford the fourth spot on its list of the most reliable car brands.
Ford has been successful in gaining a reputation for reliability because it doesn’t slack when it comes to choosing quality materials. This applies to everything from the in-cabin materials to the materials used to make the frame and mechanical components.
The EcoBoost family of engines are built with the intent of them lasting for thousands upon thousands of miles. What little maintenance they do need is delivered by skilled and knowledgeable technicians through Ford dealerships.
Ford’s Safety Features
When it comes to safety, Ford strives ahead of the competition with more models receiving a five-star Overall Rating than any other full-line brand. There are several safety features included standard on Ford models.
Safe Tire Pressure
Having the proper amount of tire pressure will improve the handling and stability of your vehicle. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System ensures that you always have correctly inflated tires.
Advance Trac
This is an electronic stability control that helps the driver maintain control and traction when the weather becomes adverse. It’ll detect and correct wheel slip, oversteering, and understeering.
Then there’s Roll Stability Control that will sense the vehicle’s speed when entering a turn. If you’re traveling too fast, it’ll slow the car down to prevent rolling.
Airbag system
Each Ford comes outfitted with the most modern airbag system that wraps you and your passengers in a Safety Canopy System. Some models also come with additional airbags at the driver’s knees and inflatable outboard safety belts. These seatbelt airbags help to disperse the force of energy from the crash across your torso. This is improved from the concentrated spot of force from a traditional belt.
Safety Cage
Sitting in your Ford, you’re focused on the comfort of the seats, the headroom, and the feel of the materials. But behind all of that comfort and quality is a safety cage built from high-strength boron steel.
Driver Assist Technology
These days, safety features go far beyond airbags and steel frames. Safety has taken on technology with vehicle manufacturers developing driver-assist features.
Ford is one of the leading manufacturers to utilize this technology in their models. Known as the Ford Co-Pilot360 Technology, it consists of several features to help you drive safer.
BLIS with Cross-Traffic Alert
Have you ever tried to change lanes only to have the sudden shock of someone in your blind spot? With the BLIS Cross-Traffic Alert, this will never happen again. This feature will alert you when there’s a vehicle in your blind spot.
Lane-Keeping System
It can happen to everyone, you’re not paying attention, and your vehicle drifts from your lane and into the next. This feature prevents this from happening by scanning the road for your lane and alerting you when you start to leave it.
If the alert triggers a few times, then the system will show a coffee cup icon. This is a sign for you that you’re too tired or distracted to drive, and it’s time for a break.
Pre-Collision Assist with AEB
Despite your best efforts to drive defensively, other’s driving habits can still put you at risk for an accident. This system helps you prevent a collision by monitoring the vehicles and pedestrians around you.
If you fail to take action and a collision seems imminent, the system will brake for you.
Adaptive Cruise Control
This is the cruise control of the future with its ability to keep pace with the traffic in front of you. Combine this with the lane-centering feature, and your car can almost drive itself.
Evasive Steering Assist
This system won’t steer for you but will aid you when you need to make a last-minute evasive maneuver. This most often happens when traffic in front of you suddenly stops, and you don’t have enough room in front to avoid a collision.
Reverse Brake Assist
Nothing is more stressful than trying to back up when people and cars are moving behind you. This system will detect both moving and stationary items that are behind you. If you don’t stop in time, the system will apply the brakes for you.
Rear View Camera
With the rearview camera, you don’t have to back up blind anymore. Use the screen in the dash to see precisely what is behind you when moving in reverse.
Enhance Active Park Assist
No more giving up that prime parking spot because it’s tight or requires you to parallel park. With Enhanced Active Park Assist, all you have to do is shift, gas, and brake. The system will handle the rest and maneuver you right into the spot.
Maintain Your Ford Today
Keep your Ford reliable by maintaining it properly. Schedule your Ford for regular checks with an experienced maintenance technician.
If your vehicle is older and lacks many of the safety features we discussed, we can help. Our knowledgeable team can help you find the perfect Ford to replace your old car.
Schedule your Ford maintenance today and ensure your vehicle stays safe while on the road.
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