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Dealerships will tell you that "this car's loaded," but what does that actually mean? The warranty is one of the most important conversations you can have at the dealership before signing any papers. This is because the warranty covers any damages to the car that are manufacturer's defects, or if you are buying pre-owned, it could protect you from out-of-pocket expenses if there are underlying issues with the car from a previous accident.

There is more to towing than just hooking up your vehicle to a trailer and taking off. Without following simple safety rules, your towing excursion could result in accidents or a mess on the highway. Stop in at Barbee’s Freeway Ford Inc. and have us inspect your vehicle, trailer and towing equipment.

Here are some simple guidelines to follow for safe towing.

Connecting to your vehicle has never been more revolutionary than it is today with SYNC 3 technology. Enhanced voice recognition gives more power than ever before to the driver, all ensuring eyes are on the road and hands remain on the steering wheel for safety.

SYNC Connect and FordPass enable a new level of user interface by providing a range of information on your vehicle in real time as well as enables you to find the cheapest fuel and parking spaces in advance of your trip so you don't end up searching for them.

Motor oil is as important to your vehicle as the motor because without motor oil, the motor wouldn’t run. When adding motor oil, it’s extremely important to get the type with the right viscosity for your vehicle. Stop in at Barbee’s Freeway Ford Inc. and check out our huge selection of motor oil. We guarantee we’ll get you the exact type your vehicle needs.

There is nothing scarier than seeing a car stop in front of you and then being unable to stop your car and avoid hitting that vehicle. If your brakes do not work as well as they should, you can get into scary and dangerous situations. It is important for you to keep your brakes in good shape.

Transmission services for a manual or automatic system are beneficial because the tools and products that are used during maintenance routines protect vital mechanical components. Although automatic and manual transmission options have unique mechanical components, general transmission maintenance is required, as professional mechanics always implement practical procedures to enhance reliability on the road.

We've been using horsepower ratings for over 200 years and if you've ever wondered how it originated, we here at Barbee’s Freeway Ford Inc. will explain. Horsepower is defined as an amount of work done over a period of time. Scottish engineer and the inventor of the steam engine, James Watt, proved that one draft horse could in fact produce approximately 33,000 foot-pound of work per minute.

James Watt had created an updated version of his engine that was more powerful than the previous ones and needed to find a smart way to market it. 

Let’s jump right to the answer here: Kitty litter has not proven to be environmentally safer than salt as a roadside assistance agent. It has qualities that make it a hazard just like any other chemical agent. However, it is emerging as a sensible alternative to salt because of its availability during the winter. Kitty litter is also cheaper than salt.

Salt melts the ice around it and has a grainy texture that allows the vehicle tire to gain traction. 

A lot of drivers are not aware that there is a Move Over Law that states that vehicles need to switch lanes when passing a stopped or broken-down vehicle on the side of the road. If it is just not safe to do so, then you should slow down at least 15mph when passing a vehicle on the highway that is stopped even if it is on the shoulder of the road.

There have been many deaths because people have failed to do that. We want to remind you from all of here at Barbee’s Freeway Ford Inc. that…

Having a vehicle is important in most places. Many businesses, schools, and other establishments aren’t located within short distances of each other. It can be difficult to reach some locations without a car of your own.