Ford News & Events

If you purchased a new Ford or plan on purchasing a new model with the available Adaptive Cruise Control feature, read on to see a step-by-step guide of how to use this safety-enhancing technology.

Adaptive Cruise Control is very user-friendly. All you have to do is hit the ON/OFF button located on your steering wheel, then accelerate to the speed you want to travel. Next, you hit the SET+ button on your wheel to set that speed in place. At this point you can take your foot off the accelerator and let the system take over.

Adaptive Cruise Control…

Ford just recently launched a virtual reality app that’ll give you a unique 3D experience of the Ford GT at the 24 Hours of Le Mans race! You’ll feel like you’re right in the pit and behind the wheel of the GT as it sprints down the raceway. This is a special virtual tour, especially since the all-new Ford GT won this year’s Le Mans race five decades after a momentous victory in 1966, when GT racecars swept the competition with 1st, 2nd and 3rd place wins.

Once you download the app on your iOS or…

Hot music and hot moves abound at the Atlanta Salsa Festival. A celebrated event featuring artists from Europe, South America, Asia and the Caribbean, this annual festival offers a wide range of entertainment for music and dance lovers. From pool parties to workshops, and of course, lots of dance rooms, guests will have plenty to see and do.

The Atlanta Salsa Festival offers three days and four nights of around-the-clock dancing and entertainment. Whether you’re interested in salsa, timba, bachata, rumba, merengue or kizomba, you are sure to get your fill! It’s all happening in downtown Atlanta beginning…

Get ready to have your cake and eat it too at Gwinnett Restaurant Week. From July 17-21, 2016, several local restaurants are offering exclusive three-course, pre-fixe meals for only $25, plus tax and gratuity. The five-day event not only gives foodies in the Atlanta area a chance to try out new restaurants, but also an opportunity to try out multiple courses from each participating restaurant for a low price.

A variety of cuisines are also represented at the event, so you can try out new fare or choose restaurants which offer food that specifically meets your taste and dietary needs…

Coming up on June 17, 2016, iTrack Motorsports is hosting one of their high-speed Friday night events right here in the Atlanta area at Lanier Raceplex. Go to watch or go to race – either way you’re sure to have a blast!

The event includes track racing and drifting. No experience is necessary and it’s only $65 to participate. Bridge Moto will have helmets available for rent; but if you have your own, just note that it must be rated SA2005 or higher. Testing takes place from 1 to 4 p.m. on the day of the event, with…

Whether you love to tailgate, camp or work on the go, here are some of the coolest, must-have F-150 accessories for your pickup! Mall of Georgia Ford is here to assist you with all of your truck accessory needs, including installation. Contact us for more details if you’re interested in learning more.

ELECTRONIC F-150 ACCESSORIES

1. Remote Start

Among our picks for top truck accessories, remote start is first on the list. If your truck didn’t come standard with this feature, you can add it now! With remote start, you can conveniently power up your truck from up…

What is Best of Gwinnett?

It’s a celebration of businesses that have earned respect among local shoppers – businesses that offer quality products and customer service that fosters loyalty. Every year, Gwinnett Magazine asks locals to vote for their favorite businesses in a variety of categories and winners are named the Best of Gwinnett.

The 2015 results recently came in and we’re proud to announce that Mall of Georgia Ford has been named “The Best” Ford dealer in Gwinnett County! Thank you to everyone who voted for us!

From sales to service, we’re more motivated than ever to…

The starter serves a very important function. It’s what ignites the engine and makes your car go. When the starter’s malfunctioning, it could mean a long walk home or a call to Uber.

Before this happens, there are a couple of warning signs you should keep an eye out for which may indicate that your starter needs attention. Have the part fixed or replaced before it completely goes out and you’ll save yourself that walk home. Or else, if your car won’t start, there are signs you can look and listen for that could point to…

Ford recently received several honors that prove its “We Own Work” motto is more than well-deserved. If you want to invest in a work truck or van that’ll hang on to its value for many years to come, you can’t go wrong with a Ford. The 2015 Transit Connect and F-350 Super Duty recently won Best Retained Value Awards from Edmunds.com and several other Ford models earned honorable mentions!

Transit Connect won in the Small Commercial Van division and F-350 in the Heavy Duty Truck class, meaning they’re projected to hold a higher percentage of their…

One of the most popular board games in the nation has been joined by one of the most popular sports cars in the nation – Mustang. Jumping into the Hasbro crew, a new Mustang token is now featured in the latest edition of Monopoly Empire.

From the silver screen to pop songs, the Ford Mustang has been featured in several mediums. It’s a car that’s long enjoyed a certain celebrity status and this is reflected by the fact that it was selected for the new Monopoly game, which is different from the classic version you may be familiar with…

Potholes and other road fissures are dreaded by car owners across the nation. With rutted streets and highways throughout the U.S., they can be an unavoidable, costly nuisance for many drivers. In fact, AAA found that Americans spend $3 billion annually on vehicle maintenance linked to pothole-plagued roadways.

If you recently ran over a bump in the road, you should check your vehicle for signs of damage that may need to be fixed sooner rather than later. Here are a few signs of pothole damage from the Car Care Council.

Bulging Tires
Notice the sidewall on one of your…

If you want to experience snow-packed entertainment, LanierWorld’s Winter Adventure is sure to satisfy. Anyone who hasn't already had a chance to visit the park during its snow-themed season should keep in mind that there's only a short amount of time left to do so.

While known for its beachy environment and activities, LanierWorld is equally as fun when covered in snow! The park offers a winter wonderland with plenty of snow for guests to build snowmen and have snowball fights. There are also exclusive new Bubble Skating and Knockerball attractions, along with fast-paced slide sledding – that…

When I started researching custom gear shifters, I didn’t expect to find quite so extensive a selection, but it turns out that there are many, many companies out there designing unique shift knobs for those who drive stick. Custom gear shifters are a fun way to personalize your car and there’s a vast range of cool shift knobs out there to choose from.

In addition to great options from Ford Accessories, you’ll also find a few other custom shift knobs that we thought were awesome in the gallery below.

FORD PLUM RED 5-SPEED SHIFT KNOB

Plum Red…

When the weather outside is frightful and there’s no way you can get out of driving, follow these guidelines to ensure that you and your passengers stay safe and sound. Even on the rainiest of days, you can greatly reduce your chance of hydroplaning with these easy tips.

• Check your tires regularly to make sure they’re properly inflated. Under- and overinflated tires make it harder to gain traction, so check your tires to ensure they’re at the proper PSI.


• Drive slower or at a lower gear, if applicable. Plus, don’t make sudden moves. That means no…