Blog Posts From Mitchell Selig Ford in Windsor, CT

Was history your favorite class in school? Whether it was or not, we think you’ll enjoy this enlightening “history” lesson by Ford regarding its popular pickup trucks. Here, we’re talking history as in, “this truck makes driving other brands history,” not in the literal sense.

With its military-grade aluminum alloy body, the Ford F-150 stands out and, combined with a specially-designed frame, makes the pickup truck up to 700 pounds lighter than others in its class. The 12,200 pounds of towing power gives drivers of the F-150 the freedom to tow nearly anything needed.

If you’ve ever played baseball, you have likely used a pitching machine at some point. Did you know that a typical pitching machine can launch a baseball at about 90 mph? Ford wondered how many miles per hour that machine could get when hooked up with one of its EcoBoost engines. If you guessed in the ballpark of 200 mph, you’re right!

Imagine being the guy trying to hit that baseball as it came flying at top speed out of the machine?

Fan of #tacotuesday? If so, you’ll likely get a kick out of this funny taco stunt. Guillermo, the popular sidekick of Jimmy Kimmel on the late comedy show, is asked by producers to create some tacos on the go. This shouldn’t be a problem, right? Well, he does have to make tacos from a tray on his lap. That makes it a little more challenging!

When you strive to find a truck that goes above and beyond to meet your needs, you can count on the 2016 Ford F-150 to be up for the challenge. Not only is it a tough and powerful truck, but it offers available driver assistance features that can save the day.

Take a look to see the available class-exclusive 360 degree camera in action. When you need help navigating in and out of tight spaces, the size of the F-150 is not an obstacle.

The North American International Auto Show just wrapped up, leaving us with plenty of models to get excited about. Rolling off production lines this spring will be the 2016 Ford Focus RS. This all-wheel drive hatchback will provide drivers with 350 horsepower and 350 pound-feet of torque. With power and a stylish design to bring to the road, we're certain this performance vehicle will be a hit.

The all-new 2016 #Ford #FocusRS has drifted its way off the production line. https://t.co/mlvJixyLm8 #FordNAIAS pic.twitter.com/BQNFs2E56N

— Ford Motor Company (@Ford) January 19, 2016

As the year draws to a close, are you making it your resolution to do more traveling in the new year? If so, it sounds like you're going to need just the right vehicle that can help you bring your adventures to the road. A versatile SUV like the 2016 Ford Explorer will do the trick.

If you're looking for some inspiration as you make your road trip plans, allow the Collins family to help. They recently took their Explorer across country, allowing their kids to experience a variety of different landscapes and outdoor adventures. Take a look…

Here in the Windsor, CT area, there's always a strong chance that snow will be in the forecast around the holidays. Whether you're traveling to visit loved ones or you plan to stay put, our team here at Mitchell Selig Ford wants to ensure all drivers are staying safe on the roads.

This is why we've shared the Ford Extreme Weather Driving Tips video below. Learn the best strategies to use while driving in a blizzard that will allow you to stay in control of your vehicle as much as possible.

Are you ready to kick off the holiday season? Here at Mitchell Selig Ford we certainly are, and we've been counting down the days to our most exciting sales event of the year. This Friday, you won't want to miss out on our Friends and Neighbors Black Friday Sales Event!

Enjoy below invoice pricing on all of your favorite new Ford models. You can also get $750 or $500 Black Friday Bonus Cash on select models. Start your holiday shopping by saving big on a new ride that the entire family can enjoy.

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