Ford's Dearborn Truck Plant Recycles Enough Aluminum to Build 30,000 F-150 Bodies Each Month

For Earth Day, Ford Motor Company uploaded a series of Instagram posts explaining the closed loop recycling system at its Dearborn Truck Plant where it builds the 2016 F-150. According to a recent press release, the automaker is able to recycle up to 20 million pounds of...

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Make your getaway with the Ford Escape

With the summer months quickly approaching, Jim Schmidt Ford knows you'll be planning your great escape with loved ones to exciting and relaxing destinations. When you hit the road, make sure you're riding comfortably, safely and in a vehicle that's capable of taking on just about anything like the 2016 Ford Escape.

 

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The Ford Escape delivers a smooth ride with plenty of traction control, which comes standard

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Fashion Mavens and Ford Mustang

Whether you live in the cities of Milan, Paris, London, New York, or a small, rural town, it’s likely there is a passion for fashion. In more rural areas, it may be harder to see, but guaranteed there are individuals who adore fashion and the trends that are always changing.

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Get Ready for the New Ford Escape for Winter and Beyond

As this winter winds down, thankfully, it's a smart idea to start thinking ahead for the next icy and snowy season. With the new 2017 edition of the Ford Escape, you'll enjoy capable optional four-wheel drive, plenty of safety and comfort for your passengers, and of course, the best ...

 

 

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You'll fall for the Ford Fusion

Love isn't always sunshine and rainbows and unfortunately Tina and Ricky are experiencing this firsthand. The humorous parody below features Ricky realizing that he'll never quite measure up to Tina's thrilling 2016 Ford Fusion.

Love may not be in the air for these two but it's always in the air whenever the Ford Fusion is around. Luckily, we've got i

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50 Years in a Ford Mustang

It’s nearly Valentine’s Day! In case you missed the oodles of pink and red boxes of chocolates, flowery cards and diamond commercials, here’s a reminder that the day of romance is coming up next week.

For Terry Maxfield, this will mark a sad Valentine’s Day. Terry has recently lost the love of her life. No, we’re not talking about her husband or long-term romance, but her car. Terry sold her 1965 Ford Mustang—which she dearly loved—back to the original dealer.

 

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The 2017 Ford Fusion Gives You Choices

When it comes to hitting the road, it's always good to have options.

The all-new Ford Fusion Energi for 2017 comes as either a plug-in or a plug-in hybrid. This model comes equipped with the MyFord mobile app, allowing you to monitor you vehicle's charge levels and scout nearby areas for charging stations -- no matter where you are.

With as many competitive technology and performance features as gas-run models in our new Ford lineup, this sedan provides a convenient driving experience for both seasoned environmentalists and those with a developing interest in sustainability.

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“Switch it Up” with Ford

Have you ever watched the very popular TV show, Project Runway? If so, you’re familiar with the competition. Designers work diligently each week on a different challenge with the hopes of staying in the game.

It’s incredible to see the creations that these talented individuals come up with each week. We wonder if Alice Gao thought of this show when she recently accepted Ford’s challenge called “Switch it Up.” The test was for this professional photographer to put together a vintage outfit.

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See What the 2015 Ford C-Max Energi Can Do at Jim Schmidt Ford Inc.

Ford has been a committed player in the game since efforts to create more sustainable mobility began. With such a variety of options released in 2015 for drivers seeking more environmentally conscious models, choosing just one can be challenging. What are the benefits of all-electric as opposed to hybrid? What's the difference between hybrid and plug-in hybrid? Our sales specialists at Jim Schmidt Ford Inc. can answer these questions and more when you visit our store at 405 West High Street in Hicksville, OH.

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Get your tree home without any hiccups this holiday season

Your holiday tree might be an important part of your holiday celebrations so that's why we here at Jim Schmidt Ford Inc. want to make sure that it gets home to you and your family without any issues this year! Ford has got you covered with this funny and beneficial video of "dos and don’ts" to use as a guide.

We sure hope your tree doesn't catch on fire! We'd also like to do our part in allowing the tree transporting process to be as easy as possible and that's why we highly recommend driving…

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