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While driving, have you experienced a momentary loss of tire traction? If you ever lose confidence in your tires or experience any of the following issues, don't hesitate to have your tires replaced at your local Ford dealership. Here are five good reasons to get new tires for your car. 5 Signs Your Ford Needs New Tires Shallow Tread Depths The treads of car tires gradually wear down over time until they're too shallow to grip wet road surfaces firmly. Tire treads need sufficient depth in the voids to displace water and prevent hydroplaning, especially during the wetter, colder months of winter. The minimum safe tread depth for tires is usually 2/32 of an inch. It's a good idea to measure your tire treads frequently and replace a tire when the tread depth nears 2/32 of an inch. more Damaged Tire Rubber If your tires are damaged in any way, ask a technician to take a look. A puncture or cut can sometimes be repaired, briefly extending the tire's lifespan. However, most cut or punctured tires need to go. External bulges in the tire rubber indicate internal damage that also makes the tire unsafe to use. Spreading Sidewall Cracks As your car tires age, you may become used to seeing tiny hairline cracks in the sidewalls. These cracks result from the moisture in the tire rubber drying out from exposure to UV rays in sunlight and are initially harmless. However, if the sidewall cracks start to spread and deepen, you'll eventually need to have the tire replaced. Steady Loss of Air Pressure As every safety-conscious driver knows, tire air pressure should always be kept at precisely the recommended PSI. If the pressure in any of your tires keeps diminishing, have the tire inspected by a technician. There might be a hidden puncture or some other flaw that would spell the end for the tire. More Vibrations Than Usual When tires become damaged or overly uneven, you may notice an increase in vibrations and road noise. Never ignore any sense that your car is becoming louder and rougher. Ask a technician to check and perhaps replace your tires. Rotate Tires Often at Your Ford Dealership Uneven wear is another potential reason to replace car tires. You can keep tires uniform in size with regular rotations at your local dealership. It's generally recommended to rotate tires twice a year. This also gives the technicians a chance to inspect each tire for signs of damage or excessive wear and tear. Have your car's tires replaced today at Imlay City Ford in Imlay City, MI. We're a locally trusted dealership that serves as a one-stop shop for all your automotive needs, whatever they may be.

The Ford Mustang is celebrating its 60th year in production in 2024. Over those 60 years, Ford has tried to respect the original 1960s Mustang while upgrading it with current-day innovations. The 2024 Ford Mustang lineup has successfully brought the Mustang up to date with responsive, athletic handling at all speeds and stunning power and performance. Trim Levels of the 2024 Ford Mustang: Heritage and Innovation The 2024 Mustang All the trim levels share basic features. They all have selectable drive modes, massive brakes, sport-tuned suspensions, and a flat-bottom steering wheel that ensures precise road control. They all have Selectable Power-Assist Steering with three settings to give you the type of steering you want when you want it. They have a driver-focused digital cockpit with a 13.2-inch center touchscreen. They all have driver-assist technologies to make driving safer. They all have appearance and performance packages that upgrade the trim levels, giving them head-turning performance and style. SYNC 4 is included, which gives you hands-free phone, text, music, and navigation control with voice recognition. FordPass Connect is included, providing a 5G LTE WiFi hotspot so you and your passengers can connect all your devices simultaneously. more EcoBoost Fastback and Premium Fastback These Mustang trim levels feature the new turbocharged 2.3L EcoBoost engine, which produces 315 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque. They have a 10-speed SelectShift automatic transmission. The Fastback has an interior customizable information screen and touchscreen and Performance exhaust with quad chrome tips. EcoBoost Convertible and Premium Convertible These Mustang trim levels also feature the new turbocharged 2.3L EcoBoost engine and a 10-speed SelectShift automatic transmission. The Convertible has Active Noise Cancellation and Intelligent Access with Push-Button Start. GT Fastback and GT Premium Fastback These Mustang trim levels feature the 5.0L Coyote V8 engine, producing 480 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque. They have a 6-speed manual transmission with Rev Matching. The Fastback has a unique high-gloss black painted front grille and a functional hood vent. The GT Premium Fastback has a magnesium-framed curved glass display and 19-inch wheels with a Brembo Brake System with the Mustang Pony logo. GT Premium Convertible This Mustang trim level also features the 5.0L Coyote V8 engine and a 6-speed manual transmission with Rev Matching. It has the GT Performance Package and a B&O sound system with 12 speakers, including a subwoofer. Dark Horse and Dark Horse Premium These trim levels feature the track-tuned 5.0L Coyote V8 engine, which produces 500 horsepower and 418 lb-ft of torque. They also have the TREMEC 6-speed manual transmission with Rev Matching. The Dark Horse has the Gen-3 MagneRide Damping System and the unique Titanium Blue Shift Knob. Have you decided which trim level you prefer? Visit Imlay City Ford, Inc. in Imlay City, MI, and take a test drive to choose which Mustang you like best.

Ample legroom, plenty of cargo space, lots of creature comforts, supreme handling, and an unheard of fuel efficiency; it is no wonder the Ford Escape is one of the most popular compact SUVs out there. The 2024 Ford Escape upholds these standards while offering six different trim levels to suit different tastes. Here's a breakdown: 2024 Ford Escape Trim Levels\ Ford Escape Active The entry-level Ford Escape is loaded with so many features that it is on par with some of its competitors' premium trims. From the rotary gear shift dial and manual tilt and telescoping steering column to the power liftgate, dual exhaust tips, and daytime running lamps, everything about the Ford Escape Active screams class, style, and comfort. It even has dual-zone climate control to allow different temperature zones within the car. more Ford Escape ST-Line If you love the Escape Active but feel it doesn't look mean enough, the Ford Escape ST-Line might be what you are looking for. It has the aggressive ST-Line styling characterized by a bolder grille and spoiler, bigger 18-inch aluminum wheels, a rear skid plate, and LED signature lighting. The interior gets some love as well with the elegant ebony interior, sport contour bucket seats with red accent stitching, and the track-inspired flat-bottom steering wheel. Ford Escape ST-Line Select The ST-Line Select is made for Ford Escape lovers who value performance above all else. It comes with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine that produces an impressive 250 HP and 280 lb-ft of torque, allowing this beautiful SUV to go from 0 to 60 in a mere 6 seconds and boast a towing capacity of up to 3,500 lbs! Ford Escape ST-Line Elite The Ford Escape ST-Line Elite comes with all the performance specs of the ST-Line Select while adding tons of convenience features for superior ride comfort. They mainly come in the form of driver-assist technologies such as Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go, Lane Centering, Speed Sign Recognition, and Evasive Steering Assist. Ford Escape Platinum The Ford Escape ST-Line Elite comes with all the performance specs of the ST-Line Select while adding tons of convenience features for superior ride comfort. They mainly come in the form of driver-assist technologies such as Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go, Lane Centering, Speed Sign Recognition, and Evasive Steering Assist. Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid The Plug-In Hybrid is the Ford Escape's solution to fuel efficiency. It can run on gas, electric power, or both! A fully-charged battery can give you a driving range of up to 37 miles without using a lick of gas. When you choose to run them together, it will result in an all-time-low consumption rate of 101 MPGe, making it the perfect daily driver. Would you like to sample the Ford Escape to help you make your mind? Contact us today at Imlay City Ford, Inc in Imlay City, MI to schedule your test drive.