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Among full-size pickups, the reliable 2023 Ford F-150 distinguishes itself from others with stunning engine performance, off-road capabilities, and both best-in-class towing and payload strength. Adding to all this are its many impressive interior amenities, from upscale leather seats to productivity features, as well as a wide array of innovative technology inside and out. Strength and Versatility The many engine options available for this edition of the F-150 offer performance to suit every need, with the smallest one being a 2.7-liter V6 that delivers 325 horsepower. The most powerful engine in the group is the Raptor trim's available 5.2-liter supercharged V8, which generates an incredible 700 horses. For both fuel efficiency and muscle, the 430-horsepower 3.5-liter hybrid engine gets an estimated 25 mpg in combined city/highway mileage and is capable of towing up to 12,700 pounds. more However, the most towing strength is offered by the 400-horsepower 3.5-liter V6, with its 14,000-pound maximum capacity. For tackling demanding terrains, there's an available four-wheel-drive system, as well as Selectable Drive Modes, an on-the-fly feature that optimizes the truck's torque output and traction with multiple driving modes to choose from. Comforts and Technology This pickup's cabin can accommodate up to six passengers and offers everything you need for comfortable drives, including heated and cooled power-adjustable seats with leather trim, dual-zone climate control, and a relaxing ambient lighting feature. If you need a flat surface to work on while parked, there's also a fold-out work surface that can be extended outward by pushing the stowable gear shifter out of the way. As for technology, the vehicle's SYNC 4 infotainment system puts entertainment options on a 12-inch touchscreen and also provides hands-free calling and navigation functions. When you need to get work done around the truck, Pro Power Onboard serves as a mobile electricity generator for power tools, while Onboard Scales tell you if you're nearing your payload capacity when loading cargo in the bed. Safety Monitoring Features Plenty of impressive safety features are also offered with this pickup, like Lane-Keeping System and Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking. The first feature can warn you if you drift from your lane unintentionally and displays a coffee cup icon if you do it repeatedly, while the other two systems help prevent frontal collisions by letting you know if you need to slow down to avoid another vehicle while automatically braking whenever necessary. Also helpful, BLIS, or the Blind Spot Information System, can alert you to vehicles hiding in any of the blind spots around the vehicle, while AdvanceTrac and Curve Control help stabilize the truck in slippery conditions or when taking sharp turns. Ready for both work and play, the 2023 edition of the F-150 provides unparalleled performance and off-road capabilities, as well as a spacious cabin that's sure to make every journey more comfortable. Contact us at Jim Hudson Ford toda y to see this legendary Ford truck and all of its other exciting features in person.

Upscale luxury meets off-road versatility in the 2023 Ford Explorer, a stylish SUV that delivers reliable engine performance and four-wheel drive in a sophisticated three-row design. In addition to offering seating for up to seven inside its spacious cabin, this rugged adventurer provides plenty of advanced technology to enhance every drive, as well as these five features you're sure to love. 1. A Fuel-Efficient Hybrid V6 The 2023 Explorer's many engine options are all impressively powerful, but the 3.3-liter hybrid V6 distinguishes itself from the others by offering the excellent fuel efficiency without compromising performance. This engine helps the vehicle get up to 28 mpg on highways, while also generating 318 horsepower and delivering a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 pounds, making it ideal for just about every occasion. more 2. Wide-Screen Infotainment Providing entertainment options, hands-free calling, a wide range of apps, and navigation assistance, this edition's SYNC 3 infotainment system has it all. Not only does it provide both a 10.1-inch touchscreen display and a voice command option if you're busy driving, but it also offers smartphone connectivity without cables, thanks to its convenient Bluetooth function. 3. A Self-Parking System Maneuvering your way into tight spaces in packed parking lots can be stressful, though, luckily, the Active Park Assist 2.0 feature can easily simplify this for you. Once you've identified an available parking space, this system can autonomously park the vehicle for you by controlling steering, acceleration, and braking. Best of all, it can handle difficult maneuvers like parallel and perpendicular parking as well. 4. Luxurious Seating Options The Explorer's cabin is both luxurious and stylish, and its comfortable seats are a big reason for that. With options like leather trim, Active Motion massage, and both heating and cooling settings, every drive is made more enjoyable. Also offered are both manual- and power-folding rear seats, giving you all the convenience needed to haul cargo with ease. 5. Adaptive Cruise Control It's a hassle to have to adjust your speed when the flow of traffic is constantly changing, which is why this SUV offers Adaptive Cruise Control. To make drives more relaxing, you can set a preferred cruising speed, and while this system will keep the vehicle moving at that speed when possible, it can also slow or stop the vehicle if others in front of you do so before resuming your cruising speed again when your path clears. While the features covered here are all exciting in their own right, they barely scratch the surface when it comes to everything else this versatile SUV has to offer. Contact us today at Jim Hudson Ford to come see the 2023 Explorer up close or to schedule a test drive with our friendly staff.