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We here at Philpott Ford are excited to show you around the high-tech features in the new Ford Taurus. This popular full-sized sedan is available with advanced radar systems that are designed to monitor your surroundings as your travel through our town and beyond.

The Blind Spot Monitoring system is available as an optional upgrade. For the Limited and SHO models, it's standard. With this feature, you'll get radar sensors on both sides of your vehicle. As you're driving, the sensors will detect vehicles in your blind spot.  

Every member of our team here at Philpott Ford understands what a quality vehicle looks like. We understand the importance of helping you find a vehicle that you can depend upon and today we're excited to introduce this popular cargo and passenger van.

What do you do when you need to load cargo into the 2019 Transit Connect? The rear cargo doors are able to swing out up to 180-degrees with the option of having glass windows or metal. You can even add on a rear liftgate to load cargo even easier. 

Those who are still in the market for a new midsize pickup truck would do well waiting just a little longer until the new 2019 Ford Ranger is released.

The reason for the growing interest in the new 2019 Ford Ranger is due in part to the extensive robotic testing that this vehicle undergoes. To ensure there will be no squeaking or rattling of the suspension system, several days of continuous shaking by robots is performed in an effort to not ruin your ride. 

The 2018 Ford F-150 is one of the most popular full-size trucks on the market today because it has so much to offer. Let's start with its strong, tough exterior that's ready for a challenge. With military-grade aluminum alloy, this truck body brings together light weight and high strength for maximum power and efficiency.

On the inside, the all-new 2018 F-150 has even more to offer. The diesel Power Stroke engine gets up to 30 mpg on the highway and 22 mpg in the city, exceptional numbers for a pickup truck in this class. 

The new Ford Fiesta is a subcompact car that has been exploding in popularity with drivers due to a few of these smart features. Let us discuss a couple of these features drivers appreciate.

If you have ever been climbing a hill with a car that has a manual transmission, you know the challenges of shifting gears. The new Ford Fiesta has the standard Hill Start Assist to make driving uphill easier. When you are about to shift, this feature holds the brakes for two seconds to give yo time to shift without the vehicle rolling back. 

Trying to pay attention to everything around you when driving can be difficult. The various smart features built into the 2018 Ford Fusion can help you drive safely in a variety of conditions.

With a Pre-Collision Assist system, the Fusion will continually scan the road in front of it. If it detects anything, it will flash a warning and produce audio alerts. The brakes can automatically deploy if a collision is about to happen, reducing your speed immediately. 

The Ford Mustang comes complete with a variety of top-notch handling features that set the vehicle apart from the competition. These handling features include an independent rear suspension. The model's independent rear suspension is extremely helpful in minimizing body roll. It also assists in effectively isolating roadway imperfections.

Another of the Ford Mustang handling features is the vehicle's braking power. The Ford Mustang brake range provides superior braking power under different conditions. 

Drive through inclement weather conditions with confidence in the Ford Flex. This popular three-row mid-sized SUV has a number of great features that are designed to improve your visibility and safety in rain or snow.

Heated side mirrors come standard on all Flex builds. Heating elements inside the mirror housing get rid of frost or fog so that you can have a clear view of your surroundings. The mirrors can clear up in a matter of minutes so that you're ready to hit the road in no time. Also available is automatic windshield wipers. Sensors will detect when rain…

If you're tired of worrying about gas prices and ready to never stop at a gas station again, you might enjoy driving the new 2018 Ford Focus Electric. The highly efficient engine provides an EPA-estimated 118/96 MPGe City/Highway, and the regenerative braking system will harness additional power every time you hit the brakes.

Many safety features come together to provide an exceptional driving experience. With four-wheel disc anti-lock brakes and electronic brake assist, you can have peace of mind about your stopping power in a variety of conditions. 

Are you looking for a pre-owned car, but you’re concerned about safety? If you’re in Nederland, stop by Philpott Ford and check out our inventory of vehicles in the Ford Certified Pre-Owned program.

No car, SUV, truck or crossover is allowed to be part of the Ford Certified Pre-Owned program if it’s more than six years old. This gives you the security of knowing that it’s equipped with the modern safety features that will help protect you and your passengers.