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One should never ignore the importance of horsepower when investigating which vehicle to purchase. Without the proper amount of horsepower, the car or truck you choose might not live up to expectations.

The word horsepower is said to have come into existence during the 18th century when James Watt was doing everything he could to impress potential customers to buy the steam engines he had designed. To relate the engines to something the people could already understand, he took the time to develop a method of measuring the power of ponies working at a coal mine.

Windshield washer fluid is essential for keeping a clear and obstruction-free driver vision. It also provides you with a clearer view to notice cracks or chips in your vehicle windshield.

With a cleaner windshield, you’re able to notice a chip in the glass quicker than you would with a windshield that is marred by dirt and grime. When a rock or stone comes in contact with a windshield, chances are pretty good that it’s going to leave a chip which requires you to catch it as early as possible to avoid it turning into a crack.

Don't trust the local auto parts store when you need replacement parts for your vehicle. These facilities can offer low pricing because many of the parts they purchase are made overseas and will not last like the ones you buy from the dealership.

It is important to remember that not all of those aftermarket auto parts are made the same. The cheaper the parts, the more inferior the workmanship and materials, which means you might save a few pennies today, but you will be buying the same part in no time at all. The OEM-approved parts that you purchase…

The Ford Fusion is back for 2018, and it is definitely bringing the heat. These are some of the most fuel-efficient vehicles on the planet thanks to its SmartGauge with EcoGuide technologies. One of its best features is the exterior chrome grille, and it sits nicely in-between the signature LED lighting.

This car has plenty of styles thanks to its unique profile. There are long flowing lines and deep grooves on the outside of the body. The Fusion comes in numerous colors such as white platinum, blue metallic, shadow black, ingot silver, ruby red and many more.

If you're on the hunt for a full-size crossover for your next daily driver, we here at Basil Ford would be downright delighted to introduce you to ours, the 2017 Explorer.

How come?

Link up with our friends over at MotorWeek to find out; their evaluation of the Explorer is as follows:

No doubt one of our favorites of the Explorer's powertrain portfolio, its mid-level 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine is straight-up sublime.

Optional on the Base and XLT trims, this turbo-four teams with a six-speed automatic transmission to make a muscular 280 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of…

The 2018 Ford Mustang is a great car that's a ton of fun to drive down the highway, its Coyote V8 engine roaring as you go. What works for the highway though, doesn't always work at home. While not everyone's going to object to your car growling down Main Street, you can bet there will be some unhappy campers if you're making that kind of noise early in the morning. That's why Ford is offering the Quiet Start option for the 2018 Mustang GT.

Once upon a time, the only type of safety features available were the ones designed to protect driver and passenger during a crash. Airbags keep occupants from striking their heads on hard surfaces. Seatbelts keep them from being tossed about the cabin or ejected from the vehicle. Stronger frames and engineered crumple-zones keep the passenger cabin intact.

Making a crash more survivable is a good goal—but what if the crash never happened?

With modern computer technology, automakers like Ford are building smarter new cars and trucks than ever before. Vehicles like the 2017 Fusion...

A car wash may be all you need to have your vehicle looking nice and ready to go out into public again. Many drivers do not necessarily place much of an importance on the cleanliness of their vehicles. What often ends up occurring due to this is the value of their vehicle decreases. If the vehicle owner neglects the aspects of cleanliness in pertinence to their vehicle, it is very possible for them to see a tremendous decline in their vehicle's value. Why take a change of potentially losing a significant amount of value on your vehicle when you…

Going on a road trip can be a blast, but it does take some planning. You need to be prepared so bring an emergency roadside kit just in case you get stranded by the road. You should also make sure that your fluids at full and that you have enough gas to get to your destination (or at least the budget to). Be sure to budget for unplanned stops, such as an extra stay in a hotel room or emergency car repairs. You should also make sure that you bring plenty of drinking water and snacks so that you don…

It's all fun and games until you yourself end up with a broken down car on the side of the road or worse in an accident. You need to be prepared for any and everything when you're on the road. These are some of the things you should keep in your car to be on top of whatever happens.

If the situation is dire and there's fire, you'll be thankful that you had that fire extinguisher in your trunk.  If you're nowhere near a gas station or any sign of civilization, you should keep long…