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Stay Connected to Your Ford Wherever You Are

What is the Ford Pass?

Do you have to look up your dealership service center every time you need a service scheduled? Do you take pictures of where you parked in a large parking lot to remember where your car is? What about wishing you had remote start, or trying to remember if you need to stop for gas on the way home? If you answered “Yes” to any of these, the FordPass App should definitely be on your wish list.

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Best features and functions of SYNC AppLink

We have to hand it to Ford here – in terms of tech advancement, no other vehicle manufacturer comes close to what it’s been able to produce. All new Ford models are outfitted with SYNC® infotainment technology, which plays out as its own full operating system, in the same vein as Apple’s iOS and Android OS. Today, our Sherwood Ford team wants to show you some of the best features and functions of SYNC AppLink, Ford’s in-house app suite – check out all that you can do inside your model of choice!   Read the rest of this entry >>

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What features come with FordPass Smartlink?

FordPass SmartLink Features and Availability on new Ford models 

Being firmly entrenched in the middle of the Digital Age, we’re more connected to information, people, and our vehicles than ever before. Our phones can do a lot for us, and with Ford’s new FordPass SmartLink technology, they can help us keep better tabs on our models at all times. Today, our Sherwood Ford team will show you the best FordPass SmartLink features, as well as their availability (and cost) on new Ford models. Come check out how advanced the Ford line truly is!  

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How to set up and connect to Wi-Fi on the Ford SYNC 3 infotainment system

When you live an on-the-go, busy lifestyle, the last thing you need to worry about is not having the time on the road to respond to those emails or complete online deals. That’s why new innovations on today’s Ford vehicles have turned them into mobile offices, complete with internet capabilities and plenty of convenient features to bring you closer to everything in your life, no matter where you are. Today, we’ll show you how to set up and connect to Wi-Fi on the Ford SYNC 3 infotainment system, so that you can see just how easy it is to open up your life even when you’re behind the wheel!  

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Why Choose Ford Canada Credit? 

Benefits of choosing Ford Canada Credit when buying or leasing a Ford vehicle

With so much commerce being hosted online nowadays, there are more ways than ever to get inside a high-quality Ford vehicle for a price that can fit your budget. One of the most popular ways to do so in our nation is via Ford Canada Credit, a financing service that has been at the epicentre of Canada’s auto financing world ever since 1962. Today, our Sherwood Ford team wants to show you some of the top benefits of choosing Ford Canada Credit when buying or leasing a Ford vehicle!   

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How to update your Ford SYNC App

The current Ford vehicle lineup is regarded as one of the most technologically advanced on the Canadian market, thanks to its SYNC infotainment system. With this, you’ll be able to navigate, stream media, and even call your most important contacts with ease. However, there comes a time when you’ll need to upgrade your SYNC app’s software in order to get the latest and greatest tech inside your Ford model. So, today our Sherwood Ford team will show you how to update your SYNC App!

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Which 2019 Ford Vehicles Can Be Flat Towed?

The Celsius scale might not be getting too high anytime soon, but since the areas that surround Edmonton are so beautiful year-round, now is as good a time as ever to load up your trailer or camper and head out in search of adventure. You might find yourself wanting to bring your Ford model along for the ride, and if that’s the case, we’re sure you’ve wondered “Which 2019 Ford Vehicles Can Be Flat Towed?”  

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2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty truck front view

Which diesel engine is the best for your heavy-duty truck?

Power Stroke vs. Cummins vs. Duramax diesel engine comparison

Though much has changed in the pickup industry over the years, one thing has and most likely will remain constant – as much as a well-built, strong and innovative pickup build matters, what’s most important is the engine that lies inside, ready to work for you at a moment’s notice. That’s why American-made trucks like the Ford Super Duty, Ram 2500 and Chevy Silverado 2500 HD have put so much research and development into providing blue-collar workers with all the strength and relentless power they need. We want to give you a closer look at each powertrain that these legendary trucks offer, so join Sherwood Ford as we show you our Power Stroke vs. Cummins vs. Duramax diesel engine comparison!

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2019 Ford Escape vs 2019 Ford Edge

Should you buy the 2019 Ford Escape or 2019 Ford Edge?

2019 Ford Edge vs. 2019 Ford Escape model comparison

We’ve come to expect a lot from Ford over the years; it’s a monolithic model manufacturer, with plenty of high-performing models from just about every type of vehicle build. If you’re on the hunt for a well-made, high-quality crossover, you should know that the Ford family has two that are at or near the top of the automotive class; that’s simply unheard of for most other brands. Our Sherwood Ford team wants to take you through them today, so join us as we show you our 2019 Ford Edge vs. 2019 Ford Escape model comparison!

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