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?If you still get confused when talking about the difference between towing vs. payload capacity, Yarmon Ford Inc. is going to help clear things up right now for you.

The payload capacity in your truck is everything you put inside the bed or the cab. This is not about pulling anything behind the truck, it is all about what weight is added on top of the frame. This makes a huge difference because the frame can support the weight easily, it is towing where the frame has to be pushed to the limits.

 

For modern vehicles, it's not enough to say that a car performs well. You have to be able to see the metrics. The 2018 Ford Focus Electric is a popular compact EV that provides you with all the information you need to maximize efficiency and adapt your driving habits.

The SmartGuage with EcoGuide comes standard in all Focus Electric models. It's an advanced instrument cluster that's within view whenever you're driving. The LCD display shows you driving metrics in real time. It can also be personalized. You're able to display the information that's most…

The 2018 Ford EcoSport is a popular compact SUV that's chock-full of useful technology. It's an ideal choice for drivers in Paynesville because it has many features that are designed to improve the driving experience.

Hill Start Assist is available on many of the EcoSport trims. With this feature, you can accelerate up a hill with confidence. If you stop on an incline, the vehicle applies automatic brakes that are removed only after you hit the gas. When it's time to move forward, your car will stay put while you move your foot to the accelerator pedal…

Have you seen the latest designs from Ford for the 2018 Fusion? The grill in the front has gotten a total facelift. The sedan looks extremely modern and stylish with all new LED headlamps and foglight design as well. Ford has gone with some sportier upgrades as well, including a trim that comes with a spoiler. The design on the inside is all for comfort with cloth upholstery that can be upgraded to leather with the premium package.

The technology on the inside is pretty amazing as well. You'll get Ford's SYNC infotainment system at the base that…

People have been taking a second look at the Ford Escape now that it's the number two compact SUV in its market. Ranked highly for its performance, safety, interior comfort, and reliability, the Escape has a new design and lots of advanced tech features that make it even better than before to navigate the roads and stay comfortable. With a more spacious cabin, people have been saying that the Escape is great for families as well.

You can get a lot of acceleration and power from the Escape, despite the smaller engine in these vehicles. At the base, you…

With a reputation for reliable transportation, high-rated safety features, and a multitude of features, the Ford Edge is a wildly popular SUV. With features like AWD, customizable cargo space, and much more, the Edge combines the driving experience of a luxury car with the durability of a truck.

With an innovative All-Wheel Drive system, The Ford Edge keeps you and your passengers safe in any conditions. Constantly transmitting information through multiple sensors, The Edge's AWD system maintains optimal performance and handling by adjusting torque to the front and rear...

 

Are you wondering how to keep your 4-wheel and all-wheel-drive system running smoothly? A big part of that is how your transfer case is working. A transfer case is integral to a 4-wheel or all-wheel drive vehicle system, and when it's not working, you'll notice.

So how do you keep the system running smoothly? Like many components of a vehicle, changing the transfer case fluid on a regular basis will keep the gears turning properly. You see, the transfer case is the component of all-wheel and 4-wheel vehicles that shifts weight from one axle to the next. By…

Your auto engine runs at temperatures that are not sustainable without the proper cooling systems in place. That is why we have all noticed the radiator under the hood of our car, truck, or SUV. But this system can't operate forever without a little maintenance of its own. And if you have ever had a cooling system failure, then you were surely on the side of the road. It's never fun.

The best thing that you can do for your coolant system is a flush. A flush involves first draining the system of the old coolant. A hose…

You never want to get caught driving at night with headlights that just don't do the job. You need your headlights to light the way when it is difficult to see, and they keep you safe on the roads of Paynesville, MN. Take a few minutes to check them from time to time to make sure that they are free from cracks and holes and that they are clean.

Headlights are like the eyes of your car & when they're hazy, yellow, & foggy seeing well at night can be an issue: https://t.co/A7obBYU18M pic.twitter.com/YlDAOxKjqZ…

Try putting water in the washer tank and cleaning your windshield in the middle of winter. The water could freeze instantly on contact with the glass, or it may just become a block of ice in the reservoir and damage the pump system. The recommended windshield wiper fluid has cleaning solvents that are designed to help dissolve contaminants on the windshield so they can be easily washed away.

Things like bird droppings or an abundance of dead bugs are no match for the better windshield wiper fluid.