Video: Ford F-150 Raptor Takes on Winter

Can you believe the way the powerful, performance-minded 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor takes on winter driving?  You might not find mountains of snow on your daily commute, but whatever your winter driving challenge is the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor can help you meet it.  

Big Mike Naughton Ford, your Denver area Ford dealer, would like to help you find the perfect Ford F-150 Raptor to meet your needs.  Contact us today and let us tell you more about this amazing vehicle and how you can get yours!

Ford Mustang Honored With Another Award

The amazing Ford Mustang has been honored with yet another award--  this time the Women's Performance Car of the Year during the Women's World Car of the Year Awards for 2016.  

The Ford Mustang beat out 294 competitors including narrowly edging out the sporty Ford Focus RS.  Judges appreciated the Mustang's head-turning exterior and the grip and suspension offered.  

Big Mike Naughton Ford in Aurora has several 2017 Ford Mustang models available for you to choose from.  Whether you are looking for the Mustang GT Premium Fastback or the Mustang Shelby GT350 Fastback, you will find them at our Denver area dealership.

Happy Holidays From Big Mike Naughton Ford

Everyone at Big Mike Naughton Ford in Aurora would like to wish you and your family a Very Happy Holiday Season!  

Ford Excels at Meeting Cold Weather Driving Challenges

Ford knows the challenges you face during the cold weather driving season and they are working hard to reduce those challenges.  Many of our Ford vehicles include available features such as heated front seats, heated steering wheel, heated side mirrors, windshield wiper de-icer,  and remote start.

Let the Ford experts at Big Mike Naughton Ford near Denver, Colorado show you all of the exciting features available on the 2017 Ford vehicle line-up!  

2017 Ford Edge Available at Big Mike Naughton Ford Near Denver

The 2017 Ford Edge inventory is arriving at Big Mike Naughton Ford! This sporty utility vehicle is perfect for a variety of driving scenarios – road trip, daily commute, adventures, and more. The 2017 Ford Edge is a five-seater with lots of cargo room, great gas mileage (estimated 21 MPG city/29 MPG hwy), and a great variety of advanced technology features. Visit Big Mike Naughton Ford, your Denver area Ford dealer, to test drive the 2017 Ford Edge.

The 2017 Ford Edge has four available trim levels to choose from. These are the SE (MSRP $28,95), the SEL (MSRP $31, 790), the Titanium (MSRP $35,600), and the Sport (MSRP $40,400). Each of these trim levels comes with an impressive list of standard and optional features. These features include intelligent access with push-button start, ten-way power driver seat, SYNC® 3, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, LED signature lighting, 12-speaker audio systems from Sony, and many more.

The 2017 Ford Edge has a suspension that is built for comfort and sporty handling. The front suspension is an independent, MacPherson struts and L-shaped lower control arm with isolated subframe and stabilizer bar. The rear suspension in most of the trim level is an independent integral link, isolated subframe and stabilizer bar. But the other available rear suspension is an independent multi-link suspension with trailing blade control arms, isolated subframe and stabilizer bar. These are the perfect suspensions for this sporty vehicle.

The 2017 Ford Edge has three different engine types:

* Twin-scroll 2.0L EcoBoost® I-4 turbocharged, direct-injection engine

* 3.5L Twin independent Variable Cam Timing (Ti-VCT) V6 Engine

* 2.7L EcoBoost® V6 twin-turbocharged, direct-injection engine

The availability of these engine types is dependent upon which trim level you choose.  Each of the 2017 Ford Edge models comes with a 6-speed SelectShift® Automatic with paddle activation. The SelectShift system gives the driver a dual-clutch experience. It's a transmission with the benefits of both a manual and an automatic together in one.

The 2017 Ford Edge is the perfect family vehicle – spacious, fuel efficient, loaded with fun features, and it is also extremely safe due to the advanced safety features it has. These features include rear view camera, reverse sensing system, adaptive steering, enhanced active park assist, front 190-degree camera, lane-keep assist, plus many more. 

Return to Park Feature on the 2017 Ford Fusion

Ford has introduced the 'Return to Park' feature in the 2017 Ford Fusion.  This feature will shift the car into park when it detects the driver's intent to exit the car. It can give the driver peace of mind that they have not forgotten to shift into park.  Vehicle roll-aways are an increasingly significant problem due to hurried or distracted drivers.

Big Mike Naughton Ford in Aurora, Colorado has a large selection of the 2017 Ford Fusion.  Stop in today to have our Ford experts help you find the right Ford Fusion for you!

Winter Driving Tips For a Safer Drive

Winter driving is upon us and it means preparation to be safe on the roads. Before you head out for the daily commute or family road trip it is good to take a few minutes to prepare for the conditions you might encounter on the roads.  

Here are a few tips to get your started:

* Check Your Tires – It is always good to check your tires for proper inflation but it is especially important during the winter driving season.  Under-inflated tires can lead to less control, less traction, and premature wear on your tread. Also, remember to explore the options of winter tires or all-weather tires especially if you do a lot of snowy weather driving.  The Tire Store at Mike Naughton Ford can help you assess your situation to decide if this type of tire would be a good option for you.

* Prepare an Emergency Safety Kit – Make sure your car is properly stocked in the case of an emergency. This kit should have items like a flashlight, sand or kitty litter, snow shovel, blankets, extra clothing, batteries, non-perishable foods, and jumper cables.

* Keep Your Gas Tank Full – The cold and snowy weather is no time to run out of fuel!  Keep your tank topped off to prevent this issue.

* Test Your Car’s Battery – It is extremely important to have a strong and charged battery during cold weather. If your battery is more than 3 years old, you should look at having it replaced.  The service experts at Big Mike Naughton Ford would be happy to check your battery for you.  Print your coupon here to get your battery tested for free!

* Accelerate and Decelerate Slowly – Slow and steady is the best way to accelerate and slow down during inclement weather.  Drive slowly, don’t power up hills, and try not to stop going up a hill. Know your brakes and how they act. It can be helpful to test your brakes around your neighborhood before hitting faster-moving roads.

* If You Begin to Skid – Keep calm and don’t panic. Make sure to always leave enough space in between you and the car in front of you in case this situation occurs. During the skid process, steer in the direction you want the front of your car to go. Do not hit the brakes until you regain control of the car.

Most importantly, if you do not need to be out and about during snowy weather, just stay home. There can be a lot of potential dangers with winter driving, including the drivers around you who may not be as knowledgeable about what to do during the snow.   If you do choose to go out, follow these tips and be safe!

PreOwned Vehicles to Fit a Budget at Big Mike Naughton Ford

Big Mike Naughton Ford in Aurora, Colorado has over 20 used vehicles priced at less than $15,000!  That means there is lots of potential for you to find the perfect pre-owned vehicle to fit your budget.  Stop by Big Mike Naughton Ford near Denver to see our amazing inventory selection including several 2015 and 2016 Ford Fiestas, several 2015 and 2016 Ford Focus, and even a 2016 Ford Fusion!  If you have a tight budget or bad credit, contact Mike Naughton Ford and let us discuss options with you.

2017 Ford F-150 Arriving at Big Mike Naughton Ford Near Denver

The 2017 Ford F-150 is starting to arrive at Big Mike Naughton Ford near Denver. This tough and rugged pick-up truck has a high-strength military grade aluminum alloy body, one of the highest estimated gas mileages available in the segment, incredible towing capabilities, and a variety of amazing safety features. This new 2017 Ford F-150 is equipped with some brand new features to make it an even better option.

The 2017 Ford F-150 comes in several trim levels so you can be sure to find the right one for you. These trim levels range from the XL (MSRP $26,540), to the Raptor (MSRP $48,325), and finally to the Limited (MSRP $59,600). Each of these have their own standard and optional features; some of those include SYNC® 3 with SYNC® Connect, 8-Inch LCD Productivity Screen, Intelligent access with push-button start, Ford MyKey®, heated and cooled front seats, heated steering wheel, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, Sony® AM/FM stereo with single-CD and HD Radio™, and many more. 

There are five different engine types available on the 2017 Ford F-150 depending on which trim level you choose. These engine types are: 2.7L EcoBoost® V6 3.5L EcoBoost® V6 3.5L Ti-VCT V6 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 H.O. 3.5L EcoBoost® V6.  These can be paired with two different transmissions options, again depending on which trim level you choose. There is an electronic 6-speed automatic transmission and an electronic 10-speed automatic transmission. The electronic 10-speed automatic transmission is a new addition to the Ford F-150 line-up this year!

The 2017 Ford F-150 offers two different front suspension types and one rear suspension. The front suspensions are an independent double-wishbone with coil-over shock and stamped lower control arm or an independent double-wishbone with coil-over shock and cast aluminum lower control arm. The rear suspension is a leaf spring/solid axle type.

The 2017 Ford F-150 is one of the safest pick-up trucks available on the market. This is because of not only its protective exterior and durability, but also the safety features that are either standard or optional. These safety features include Pro Trailer Backup Assist™, BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) with cross-traffic alert and trailer coverage, 360-degree camera with split-view display, adaptive cruise control and collision warning with brake support, lane-keep assist, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and much more. 

Big Mike Naughton Ford in Aurora has started to receive 2017 Ford F-150 inventory.  Stop by today to take a test drive and find out about the many features that make this the Kelley Blue Book's Best Buy of the Year in the truck category.