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Newer cars and trucks that are on the market today many thousands of miles on their engine before they need their oil changed. This is due to the fact that oil has changed significantly since it was used decades ago. In the 1970s and 1980s it was very common for a vehicle to need its oil changed every 3000 miles because the manufacturer wanted to make sure to prevent significant engine damage.

?Now that there are technological advancements in engine oil, such as synthetic oils, the 3000-mile rule is just a fallacy. No longer will these oils gunk up engines…

Picture yourself cruising down the freeway to get to your destination. The traffic is jammed, and you need to call up your spouse to tell them you will be late for dinner. Instead of fumbling for your Bluetooth device, the new Ford SYNC 3 Infotainment System takes care of that for you and much more.

The SYNC 3 has a handful of features that are offered. It can be paired with any driver's smartphone, including Pandora, Spotify and iHeartRadio, a 4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot, and enhanced voice recognition, all at the touch of one button on the steering wheel…

Some of the newer Ford vehicles offer a useful tool for drivers called Blind Spot Information System. This feature essentially notifies drivers when there is an object in their path that may not be visible to them. On each side view mirror, there is a light that illuminates. The light comes on when the car is moving, and when an object is in your blind spot -- such as a car passing you on the highway. This feature comes in handy when changing lanes or when overtaking other vehicles on the road. By looking at the mirror and seeing whether or…

You can't go wrong with a Ford car. The 2018 Ford Fusion has once again exceeded the expectation of critics and drivers alike. Offering a truly superb design, the 2018 Ford Fusion is without a doubt one of the most sought-after sedans in the marketplace, and rightly so.

Ford's new 2018 Explorer gives you plenty of passenger space. You'll be able to select options for three rows of seating to comfortably hold up to seven people. There is plenty of cargo space as well. The 2018 Ford Explorer can hold up to 82 cubic feet of cargo.

 

We are all guilty of bad driving habits, but some are not only dangerous, they may get you in trouble with the law. Below are a few driving habits to quit if you don't want a ticket.

• Driving over the speed limit. Speeding is something we're all probably guilty of at some point. If you're running late we think it'll help us get there faster. 

Might you be in the market for a midsize sedan? Well, if so, we here at Honolulu Ford believe you'll find a great deal to appreciate about ours, the 2017 Fusion.

"Like what?" you wonder.

Receive the need-to-know info from AutoGuide.com Managing Editor Jodi Lai; her critique of the Fusion is as follows:

While every Fusion engine option has its appeal, we're admittedly very impressed by the mid-level iteration, a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder.

Offered with the SE -- and standard on the Titanium and Platinum -- the four-cylinder couples with a six-speed automatic transmission to ...

Don't wait to get your brakes services if you experience any of the following warning signs:

1. The front of the vehicle tends to bounce or dip when you hit the brakes suddenly. 2. There will be leaking brake fluid around the tire wheel well or in the driveway. 3. If yo lit your entire drive.

 

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Visit us here at Honolulu Ford so one of our brake specialists can check or repair any issue with your vehicle's braking system right away.

To say that we here at Honolulu Ford are impressed by the 2017 Mustang would be an understatement of the greatest degree. More accurately, we're wholly infatuated with this slick sports car.

And if you're at all wondering why we feel as we do, we invite you watch the clip below.

Ride out with carwow reviewer Mat Watson, as he highlights some of the Mustang's most salient qualities:

Chock-full of fantastic features, the base V6 model is bound to make a compelling bid for your business.

Standard equipment on this trim includes 17-inch alloy wheels, automatic xenon…

We only get one go at life, which is why striving to make every aspect of it fun is something we can totally get behind here at Honolulu Ford. The 2017 Ford Focus puts more fun into your daily driving experience, not to mention safety and convenience.

How exciting is it to know your vehicle can parallel park itself for you? The Ford Focus can do all of that and then some. T