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Crossovers and compact SUVs have a lot to live up to out there, but if you’re considering this hot automotive segment, don’t get saddled with something that won’t live up to your expectations. Check out this quick comparison between the 2017 Jeep Cherokee and the 2017 Ford Escape to see the Escape shine, then join us below for even more reasons to love the Ford Escape!

March is here, and in addition to ushering in some more favorable weather, it’s brought about one of our favorite annual events here at Ruxer Ford, and that’s Ford Truck Month! And if we can glean anything from the fact that the Ford F-Series trucks have been America’s best-selling pickup trucks for over 40 years, it’s that you all are going to like Ford Truck Month, too!

"Blue skies smilin' at me. Nothin' but blue skies do I see."?? #TruckTuesday pic.twitter.com/XPsCZFx2nL

— Ford Motor Company (@Ford) March 7, 2017

Sittin' pretty. #MustangMonday pic.twitter.com/vqNv3VpLhv

— Ford Motor Company (@Ford) January 23, 2017

The Ford lineup is home to a wide range of vehicles, so there’s something for everyone, from eco-friendly and all-electric, like the 2017 Ford Focus Electric, to big, powerful, and uncompromising trucks, like the Ford F-150. Of course, there’s also crossovers for families on the go, SUVs for those who need more passenger or cargo room, and plenty of choices inside of and outside of those categories.

So you’re driving along, minding your own business, when you realize your check engine light has come on. If you’re wondering what that light means and what to do about it, take a moment to watch the quick video from Ford, found below. It’ll answer those crucial questions, letting you know what the issue might be, how you can feel the issue in the your Ford model’s performance, and what you can do about it!

Here’s some news that will make you roll yours eyes and say, “Duh!”—the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor took home the fine designation of “Best Pickup Truck of 2017” from the folks over at Cars.com. It’s not that we aren’t appreciative of such an honor, we just figured, with a truck as fierce, powerful, and good-looking as the 2017 F-150 Raptor is, it would be difficult not to win top honors.

On- or off-road, the 2017 @FordTrucks F-150 Raptor is a winner and our Best Pickup of 2017! #CarsBestOf https://t.co/xy3QAbiwuJ pic.twitter.com…

Here at Ruxer Ford Inc., we’re proud to be able to say that the 2017 Ford F-150 has earned the title “Best Buy” of the Year for Trucks Award from the folks over at Kelley Blue Book. Not only is this a huge honor, it’s not the first; the F-150 has earned this fine distinction twice before!

Congrats to @Ford for #F150 #KBB Best Buy Award! @KelleyBlueBook @CoxAutomotive pic.twitter.com/UjIj6CTGpL

— Rebecca Lindland (@RebeccaL_Autos) November 16, 2016

The Ford lineup is known for it’s big style, bold choices, and dependability. Here at Ruxer Ford Inc., we just caught wind of a new Ford family member, small in stature, but big on almost everything else: the 2018 Ford EcoSport. It was recently unveiled on Snapchat of all places! The production models aren’t yet available, but we anticipate early 2018 as their arrival date.

Sometimes big things come in small packages like the avail. @beoplay in the all-new #Ford #EcoSport. Details here: https://t.co/73vgAI9SGH

— Ford Motor Company (@Ford) November 23, 2016

Sometimes it can feel like all we do is work, but when you’ve got a lot on your plate, mountains to move, and not enough time to do any of it, it can really pay to have the right tool for the job: the 2017 Ford Super Duty trucks. They’re packed with capability, intuitive features, and plenty of power, but here at Ruxer Ford Inc., we just wanted to say, it’s the inside that counts, so we’re taking a moment to appreciate the 2017 Super Duty’s softer side: the interior. Check it out in the…

No one wants to be a bad neighbor, so when it comes to proper electric vehicle (EV) etiquette and tips, the Ford Motor Company is here with a quick video full of pointers and advice for being the best EV owner you can be! And since the Ford lineup has quite a few hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles, you could say we know a thing or two about driving an electric vehicle. Check it out in the video below, and if you’ve been waiting on a sign to “go green” with your next vehicle purchase, consider this it!

We get A LOT of questions from customers about what the holes and “x’s” on their engine oil level indicator aka, “dipstick”, means.  Years ago the dipstick was designed to show when the oil in the pan was “full”, generally shown by MAX a section of knurled or cross hatches and a bottom mark that was stamped MIN.  The top mark meant it had the correct amount of oil in the pan, the area…