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If you have a business that needs to move cargo then the Ford Transit Connect is the perfect solution. The versatility of this van makes it a great choice for businesses both small and large alike.

The Transit Connect also has a long list of capability features for 2018 as well that include:

• Up to 128.6 cu. ft. of cargo space
• Maximum payload rating of 1,610 lbs
• A towing capacity of up to 2,000 lbs. when equipped with the Trailer Tow Prep Package
• 2.5L iVCT engine
• 6-speed SelectShift automatic transmission
• AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability Control™ (RSC…

The all-new Ford SYNC 3 infotainment system is easier to use than ever, giving you confidence to hit the road safely. Connect your smartphone to the SYNC 3 and take total control over the music, navigation, and safety features of your Ford vehicle.

?The all-new SYNC 3 is the latest generation of SYNC technology, using a new software program that makes it faster and easier to use. With the SYNC 3, you can control your vehicles infotainment at a conversational voice. The onboard touchscreen has simplified controls to make ease of use greater than ever. Keeping your eyes on the…

Three-row SUVs are more popular than ever due to their additional cargo space compared to more traditional sedans or compact cars plus they are more fuel efficient than ever. That is why we here at Ford Lincoln of Columbia would like to introduce you to our brand-new line of 2018 Ford Explorer.

?The exterior of this SUV comes equipped with incredibly efficient LED lighting which will make your vehicle stand out even in the dark of night. Also, the Explorer comes equipped with a dual panel moonroof that is perfect for stargazing at night and providing ample natural light for…

Your brakes are one of, if not the most critical systems on your entire vehicle. But despite this many people do not actually know how they work. Your brakes are actually powered by a fluid.

Your brake fluid is a hydraulic fluid that is kept in a reservoir under the hood of your car, truck, or SUV. It is different from the oils in your vehicle so it is a good idea to know what it looks like so you can monitor for leaks.

When you step on your brake pedal, the master cylinder forces your brake fluid through your…

Have your lights begun to dim? Your alternator is part of your electrical system and may cause your lights to flicker or dim when you turn on your engine. If the alternator starts to die, then you will see warning lights as well.

You may think that it is a weak or dead battery, but this could be the result of a dying alternator as well. A waning alternator may not fail at once, but over time, you will start to notice the lights dimming and a slow-to-start engine.

Once alternators go, they can be difficult and costly to replace…

To finance a vehicle – car, truck, SUV, anything – is to remit payments on a regular basis to a financial institution, that then relays them to the dealership you found the vehicle from. Financing is a popular means of finding a vehicle to drive in America in today’s age. Sometimes, there’s no way we can scrape up money to buy a replacement vehicle, but financing makes such possible.

In person, going to a dealership takes up a lot of time, sometimes that you might not even be able to do regularly. It...

Whether you are driving a car, truck, or SUV we here at Ford Lincoln of Columbia want our Columbia-area residents to be informed that if your vehicle is newer than twenty years old that you may be changing your oil too often. If you are having your oil changed every three thousand miles, then chances are that you are wasting oil and money. Newer cars can use oil more efficiently and can go farther before it has to be replaced. It is becoming increasingly popular for newer cars to go seven to ten thousand miles between oil changes whether they…

You are taught when you are driving to always aware of the blind spot, or the area that your mirrors do not pick up. A car could be passing you, and you won't see it, so if you are turning or changing lanes, it could be the cause of a serious accident.

Here at Ford Lincoln of Columbia, we like to point out features that are unique and which can keep you and your family safe. The Ford Blind Spot system. This system includes sensors that detect other vehicles approaching the back of your car from within ten feet…

There are many reasons why SYNC 3 stands out from the rest, but one reason that makes Ford's SYNC 3 Infotainment System different from all the rest is it's incredible and seamless voice command.

Often times, voice commands sound like a good idea until you actually use it. You struggle to enunciate your command a number of times until you finally giving up, noting how if you would have just typed in the first place you would have wasted a lot less time.

SYNC 3 stands out because it's voice command system is incredibly refined. You don…

When your vehicle breaks down you might be tempted to get the cheapest part you can find to fix it and get it back on the road. Having said that, we encourage you to get your part from the dealer. Here is why, you see, not all parts are created equal. At Ford Lincoln of Columbia we see this every day, in an attempt to save money, a wrong part causes more damage.