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Experience (Valentine’s Day) Better - Four Date Ideas based on your Ford Valentine’s Day is coming up and at BK Ford Waco, we’ve come up with some Central Texas date night ideas based on what you drive, be it a truck, car, or SUV! If you’re not big on dates, you could always swing by the dealership and get an oil change, new tires, or basic vehicle maintenance to surprise that special someone in your life. If you really want to impress them though, your best bet is to just hop online and custom order a new 2022 F-150 Truck. If that sounds like a little overkill for this holiday, here’s some fun central Texas Ford inspired date ideas. more For the Ford F-150 Truck Owner: Obviously, you have to go on a truck picnic! The F-150 bed features LED box lights, an Integrated tailgate step with lift assist, and remote tailgate release. It’s a nice truck bed that can be used for more than work. Grab some takeout (we recommend Union Hall) or a charcuterie board, a bottle of wine, and some blankets and you’ve got yourself a romantic picnic under a Texas sunset. If you’re not able to get to a rural Texas Field, we suggest heading down to the Brazos River and finding a nice spot in the heart of Downtown Waco! For the Ford Bronco Owner: Just like your Bronco, the Drive in Movies are a classic. Take your special someone to the nostalgic last drive-in picture show in Gatesville, Texas! Nothing beats popcorn, candy, and the comfort of your new Bronco. Plus, you’ll be sure to have the coolest truck at the Drive In! This Valentine’s Day, the Last Drive in Picture Show is offering 2 different shows: American Underdog, and Moodfall. For the Ford Mustang Driver: Might we suggest a drive to a local vineyard? A drive out to Valley Mills Vineyard in your Mustang is sure to get your heart pumping. The drive to get there takes you down highway 6 north, over Lake Waco, and through the rolling hills of central Texas. Just outside of Waco, an afternoon of wine, snacks, and great views is a perfect date. For the Ford Expedition Driver: Double date, group date, or take the whole family out! You’ve definitely got the room for it, Ford Expeditions are the perfect family vehicle. If you want to spend Valentine’s day with friends or family, we suggest an outing to Waco’s TopGolf! Can’t beat fellowship and a friendly competition, or a good laugh if someone in your group has never swung a golf club before. No matter how you’re spending your Valentine’s Day, we hope it’s a good one! We’ll be spending the Monday serving our customers, which in our eyes is pretty sweet.

Ford introduced its first Hybrid Truck option in the 2021 Ford F-150 lineup. F-150 Truck lovers can now purchase a hybrid version of their favorite pickup without forfeiting payload or towing capacity. The Ford F-150 Hybrid boasts best in-class horsepower and torque rating, making the purchase of a hybrid truck a realistic and fuel efficient alternative to traditional truck ownership. The Ford F-150 Hybrid pairs a twin-turbocharged V6 engine with an electric motor that contributes 35 KW or 47 horsepower to the drivetrain. The battery is located under the truck, so cargo and passenger space is not sacrificed. All F-150 Crew Cabs are available in a hybrid model. The hybrid option transforms this truck into an onboard generator system that can provide 7.2 kilowatts of electricity to outlets located in the truck bed. Drivers can be sure they are never without electricity or power again! The Ford F-150 Hybrid runs smoothly and boosts the 3.5-liter truck’s EPA fuel efficiency by 20 percent, elevating the truck’s estimated city/highway combined mpg to 25. The F-150 Hybrid also gets an EPA-estimated range of 750 miles on a single fill-up of its 30.6-gallon tank, saving both time and money. F-150 Truck buyers now have more choices than ever before. Owning a hybrid is no longer impossible for people who want a Ford Tough Truck. Come see what we have to offer at Bird-Kultgen Ford in Waco, Tx. Whether you prefer the traditional F-150, the new Hybrid or want to reserve an all-electric Lightning, we can help you find the perfect F-150 for your lifestyle. Now more than ever, there’s a perfect F-150 near you.

The winner of the Shepherd’s Heart Car Raffle was drawn on September 4th, and the new owner was announced at Bird-Kultgen Ford on Friday, September 10th. more The lucky winner, Debra Romero, was surprised when she arrived at the showroom and was handed the keys to the 50th Anniversary Mustang Convertible. She was excited to be the winner and even more excited to be part of a fundraising campaign that helped raise money to feed hungry people. The mission of Shepherd’s Heart is to feed, clothe, empower, and advocate for families in need. Bird-Kultgen Ford enjoyed partnering with Shepherd’s Heart again this year to help the nonprofit raise over $47 K for their mobile food pantry. The raffle was a huge success, and BK Ford is grateful to have been a part of it. Special thanks to everyone who purchased a raffle ticket. Your generosity and support were essential to the success of this campaign, and all proceeds will help Shepherd's Heart continue to fight hunger in Central Texas.

Are you looking for an impressive truck with extreme power? Upgraded shocks and off-road suspension? Outstanding towing and payload ratings? Wider stance and increased ground clearance? Large all-terrain tires and a Rock Crawl Drive Mode? Impressive workday benefits and trail-riding capability? Then look no further than the Ford Tremor Series at Bird-Kultgen Ford. more The Tremor package is available on the Ford Ranger, the F-150, and the F-250 and F-350 Super Duty. The Tremor package will make the ride smoother, enhance off-road performance, and look incredible. The Ford Ranger crew-cab Tremor package includes all-terrain tires, an upgraded suspension, an electronically locking rear differential, skid plates, fixed metal side steps, Tremor graphics, six auxiliary power switches for accessories, and much more. Ford recently added the Tremor off-road package for the 2021 F-150. The Tremor package for the 2021 F-150 includes an upgraded suspension, 33-inch all-terrain tires, a rear locking differential, and a four-wheel-drive transfer case from the F-150 Raptor. That names just a few of the perks from this package. Last but not least, Ford has a Tremor off-road package specially designed for F-250 and F-350 Super Duty. This package includes 35-inch off-road tires, 18-inch low gloss black-painted wheels, unique front springs, super enhanced rear and front differentials, performance shocks, low profile running boards, water fording vent tubes, Tremor graphics, and plenty of other upgraded features to make your truck look great and perform even better. The Tremor Package really is impressive! Plus, right now you can custom order the vehicle of your dreams and save an extra $1,000*. You can do this online at bkford.com or come see us in person. Pick the features that fit your lifestyle and get exactly what you want. There is no reason to settle for anything less! Save $1,000 and get Your Ford, Your Way*! *Must place an order through Bird-Kultgen between 6/2/2021 and 7/31/2021 to receive $1,000 Bonus Cash upon delivery of your new retail vehicle. Excludes Bronco, Shelby, Raptor, and MachE.

There is no denying that Americans have a long term love affair with trucks. What started out as a need in the early 1900s has evolved into a modern day love story, and it’s no surprise that Ford is at the heart of the narrative. more At the turn of the 19th century, 95 percent of Americans lived on farms and relied on one horse wagons for trade, transportation and farm work. By the turn of the 20th century, only about a third of families still lived on farms and many owned two horse wagons. The revolutionary change came in 1925 when work horses were replaced by the first factory built pickup: the Model T Ford. This new invention drastically altered everyday life by making long-distance trips more practical, heavier workloads possible, and longer work days an option due to headlights. In World War II, trucks gave the American army a clear advantage. Other countries discouraged entrepreneurial ideas like the pickup, and our roadways and fuel infrastructures were much more advanced thanks to the ever-increasing popularity of the truck.  Individuals and businesses alike relied on trucks for convenient transportation, and when Congress passed the luxury tax on new cars in 1991, trucks were exempt because of their value to the economy. This luxury tax exemption spurred truck manufacturers to begin adding luxury options to trucks, and the American people fell deeper in love. In 2001, Ford introduced the half-ton F150 four door pickup; it was love at first sight. Sedans no longer had the edge in luxury or interior space, and by that time owning a truck had become a status symbol.  The Ford F150 still holds the title of the best-selling, most popular pickup model in American history, proving that love can indeed stand the test of time. All-new 2021 F-150 Lariat in Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat. The completely redesigned 2021 Ford F-150 has been named the North American Truck of the Year, along with many other accolades including ‘Best Buy Award’ by Kelley Blue Book, Green Truck of the Year by Green Car Journal and Top Rated Truck by Edmunds.com. Works Cited Huffman, John Pearley. “Why Do Americans Love Pickup Trucks? Ask The Drive.” The Drive, The Drive, 20 Jan. 2016, www.thedrive.com/article/1751/. Miller, Marty. “King of the Road: Breaking Down the Popularity of Pickup Trucks.” Experian.com, 30 Aug. 2019.

The new 2021 Ford Explorer is a sleek and stylish take on the traditional sports-utility vehicle. With some trim options providing top speeds of up to 143 MPH, this isn't a run of the mill SUV. This SUV is Ford tough, sporty, stylish, and built with families in mind. Let's take a closer look and see why this vehicle is one of the best on the market today. more Your Complete Guide to the 2021 Ford Explorer Engine The engine is the most important part of any car and that's why this vehicle comes with your choice of three different engine options. The standard option is the fuel-efficient 2.3-liter EcoBoost I-4 turbocharged engine with direct injection TI-VCT, 300 horsepower, and 300 lb-ft of torque. The upgraded EcoBoost engine is a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 with 400 horsepower, and 415 lb-ft of torque. The other engine option is an impressive 3.3-liter hybrid naturally aspirating V-6 engine with 318 horsepower and 322 lb-ft of torque. Interior Comfort This new SUV may look sporty on the outside, but its roomy and comfortable interior is clearly built for families. The vehicle seats seven people and includes a third row for passengers and cargo, as well as storage space behind the third row. The vehicle has luxurious leather upholstery, as well as heated seats and steering wheel. Upgrade to the Platinum trim for a truly royal interior as it includes diamond perforated leather seating surfaces with accent stitching, making the interior a glamorous work of art. Five Trims The new Explorer comes in one of five different trim options: standard, XLT, Limited, ST, and Platinum. The standard trim option starts at $32,225 and the Platinum starts at $54,480. The other three trims are somewhere in the middle between the two, but all five trims come with their own standard and optional features which truly customize the Explorer in a variety of different ways. Entertainment The standard option comes with an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment console, but you can upgrade it to a 10.1-inch vertically oriented screen which resembles a large tablet propped right against the dashboard. The futuristic entertainment system includes six-speakers, FordPass Connect with 4G LTI Wi-Fi Hotspot, ApplePlay, Android Auto, and a rear-seat entertainment system. You can upgrade the already premier speakers as well to a B&O sound system with twelve speakers. Safety Safety is the paramount concern when it comes to the design and production of every Ford vehicle. That's why the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave the new Ford Explorer a 5-out-of-5-star crash test rating. The SUV also comes with other safety features such as Ford's patented Hill Descent Control and Terrain Management System. There's a reason why Ford Explorers are families' first choice in sports-utility vehicles, and that's because our vehicles come with everything you could ever want in an SUV. No guide is quite complete without a test drive, so come to Bird-Kultgen Ford to see the new Explorer for yourself and take a test drive today!

The temperatures are dropping in Central Texas, with an expected record low of – 1 in Waco on Sunday. Unfortunately, this weather is expected to last much longer than us native Texans are accustomed and hiding indoors may not be the solution all week. If you have special Valentine’s plans this weekend or simply need to get to work and the grocery store here is some advice from our experts. more Jon Taft, Service Advisor Manager, says, “Make sure you do a thorough vehicle inspection before taking off on the road, cold temperatures can magnify existing problems.” Vehicle Inspection Tips: Allow your car a little more time to warm up so that oil in the transmission and engine can circulate and get warm (always make sure your garage door is open prior to starting your vehicle). Ensure you have good tread on your tires, we r ecommend replacing tires with a tread less then 3/32 of an inch. ( An easy gage is to use a penny, place a penny headfirst into several tread grooves across the tire, if you can see Lincoln's head your tires are too worn. Double check you r tire pressure; low tires can cause you to slide on the road. Clear all windows, mirrors and cameras of ice or debris to allow for an unobstructed view (frozen sensors on your vehicle will continue to alert you if not cleared). Check your wiper blades, if they were used to clear ice previously the blades or motor may need to be replaced. Cold weather can also make the blades brittle and more likely to crack. Never spray your vehicle with water to clear ice, this will only cause more problems. (We highly recommend investing in a scrapper, but you can also use a credit card, spatula or even a baseball cap in a pinch). Robert Chollett, Quick Lane Service Manager, sa id, “Most modern vehicles are fully equipped to handle cold weather, but it is always good to double check your battery and coolant. A low battery may have difficulty starting in cold weather.” If you have any questions or want a th o rough vehicle inspection you can always stop by our Quick Lane and our team will be glad to help, make sure your vehicle is running safely for all weather. Vice President, Claire Kultgen reminds, “It’s always best to double your travel time when traveling in inclement weather, go slow and pay attention to weather warnings and watches.” If you have any questions re garding your vehicle, please give us a call. Please stay safe and warm this winter.

2020 has been a very different year for most of us, and we are looking forward to what changes 2021 will bring. Among those things to look forward to is the 2021 lineup of Ford vehicles that include all-new redesigns, returning favorites, and the future of performance. Let’s look at some of our recent arrivals! more 2021 Ford F-150 The Ford F-150 has been a beloved truck in America for generations, and the 2021 version looks to continue that tradition while embracing an even wider range of versatility. Not only will the 2021 F-150 be full of useful technology and boast some of the best performance capabilities in its class, but it will offer a fuel-efficient hybrid version and the newly announced off-road capable Tremor package! 2021 Ford Bronco Sport and 2021 Ford Bronco We’ve posted about both the Ford Bronco Sport, which is available right now, and the upcoming Ford Bronco. Needless to say, we are excited for both as they bring the much beloved Bronco name back with a serious amount of off-road attitude. Both models come with a wide range of options and accessories so your Bronco can be an overland beast or the perfect storage vehicle for you and your family. 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E Let’s start with the most unique addition coming to the Ford lineup. The 2021 Mustang Mach-E is a fully electric SUV with the Mustang badge that will produce enough horsepower to push the Pony car into the future.  The performance Mustang Mach-E GT tops off the line with 480 HP and 634 lb.-ft. torque! While the performance is exciting, you’ll be able to enjoy driving the Mach-E up to 300 miles on a single trip before recharging. While there is some concern about the Mustang name being used for an SUV there is no doubt that with its combination of performance, endurance, and fuel-efficiency the 2021 Mustang Mach-E will be ushering a new future of performance electric vehicles. Schedule a test drive today!   We are all looking forward to 2021 and the new Ford vehicles that will come with it. Bird-Kultgen Ford in Waco, TX has plenty of details and info if you want to learn more about these exciting vehicles.   Image via Ford.com