Grand Prairie Ford News & Updates

Ford received two awards and several honorable mentions in Edmunds.com’s recent 2015 Best Retained Value Awards! For those in the market for a reliable, hardworking truck or van, Ford is the way to go and these recent honors prove it once again.

The Best Retained Value Awards honor vehicle models that keep a high percentage of their value over time, with calculations based on projected value at five years after launch and assumed…

The next-gen Explorer offers a variety of changes, from new styling to updated technologies and the addition of a new top-level Platinum trim! Starting on the outside, Ford has incorporated a new grille design and updated rear styling elements that contribute to greater aerodynamics. Washers are included on both the front- and back-mounted cameras, in a segment-first move, and several new tech features have been thrown in the pot too, including a hands-free liftgate, smart-charging USB port and first-of-its-kind Sony Audio System (standard on new Platinum series) that Ford says brings home-theater quality sound to the streets.

Inside, the 2016…

The redesigned 2015 F-150 quickly gained acclaim among critics and favor among consumers for its groundbreaking redesign and we're confident that the 2016 edition of the truck will be just as popular, especially with new additions like a first-in-its-class Pro Trailer Backup Assist feature! Ford recently announced that the new technology will be added to the 2016 F-150 and it's an incredibly useful tool that'll make maneuvering trucks with trailers attached much…

At the 10th annual AutomotiveINNOVATIONS awards in Frankfurt, Germany, Ford topped all of its classmates, winning the title of “Most Innovative Volume Brand 2015.” Judges crowned Ford their winner based on the automaker’s impressive new semi-autonomous driving systems and safety technologies. In addition, the jury was impressed by Ford’s Electronic Stability Programme and ultra-efficient 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine, which happens to be a three-time “International Engine of the Year” award winner if you…

Ford is offering a new option on the 2016 F-Series Super Duty that’ll help increase safety for municipal, road construction and utility workers (just to name a few examples), as well as other drivers who cross their paths. A new strobe warning LED light kit will be available on all 2016 Super Duty trucks, which includes 15 hard-working models.

The strobes provide improved visibility on worksites, offering front- and rear-mounted amber-lens lights that can…

It’s the fourth consecutive year that the Ford Fusion Hybrid has been named on U.S. News & World Report’s Best Cars for Families list in the hybrid category! The Fusion Hybrid continues to prove that it offers families the real-world comfort, flexibility, safety and reliability that they’re looking for. Its impressive host of driver-assist technologies, roomy cabin space and stylish looks make it a top choice for moms and dads.

The 2015…

As part of the Ford family, we're very proud to announce that Washington Automotive Press Association honored Ford Motor Company with a Golden Gear Award. This honor recognizes the outstanding contributions made to the automotive industry by Ford over its 111 year history. More than a century of innovation is behind all of the cars, trucks and SUVs at Grand Prairie Ford and we couldn't be more proud to be a part of…

If you have a young car buyer at home who’s in high school or college, these are things they’ll likely consider when searching for their first or next car: Ford, fuel economy, value and style. According to MaritzCX, an independent research company, Generation Z drivers (ages 16 to 21) consider vehicles from Ford more than any other automotive brand. The company says Ford is the No. 1 brand considered by this group because of its fuel-efficient vehicle options, as well as its pricing and vehicle designs.

In addition, MaritzCX’s study revealed that Generation Z shoppers are most…

The redesigned 2015 Ford F-150 has claimed yet another award, adding to its already long list of honors! Kelley Blue Book’s editors evaluated hundreds of vehicles, with the help of actually families, and selected their top 15 Best Family Cars for 2015 based off several factors. The all-new 2015 F-150 made the list, exceeding expectations in all areas of assessment, some of which included cargo space, child seats, safety and rear-seat entertainment. For more…

Soon you’ll have a chance to get up close and personal with some of Ford’s most sought after new vehicle models! The Ford EcoBoost Challenge tour hits the Dallas area this March and features five exciting “experiences” with Ford products.

You can take back-to-back test drives with competing vehicles, making it easy to see exactly how Ford compares to its rivals without driving from dealership to dealership. Just a few hot models featured…