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Over time, your vehicle’s tires will slowly wear down due to daily use and driving around Northampton. It’s vital to ensure smooth tire spins as they are the only point of contact your vehicle has with the roads.

One of the most important ways to enhance a vehicle's lifespan is by ensuring it gets all the care and maintenance it needs. Following a regular maintenance schedule can extend the lifespan of a vehicle by 30-40%.

We at Ford of Northampton can't stress enough how essential routine maintenance is for your Ford. This is especially true for brakes, which you need to work efficiently. Here are some things to know about brake service at our dealership.

What Happens During Brake Service?

During routine brake service, the technician checks all brake components and repairs, replaces, or adjusts them. If the brake fluid is old, the technician will perform a brake flush and refill it with fresh oil. Regular brake flushes ensure the parts stay lubricated and free from debris and metal chips from friction. 

Have you been baking in the summer heat without working air conditioning? If so, Ford of Northampton has you covered with various automotive services that can help you get back on the road in a cool and comfortable vehicle. Learn about the Air Conditioning (AC) services we provide below, or get in touch with an advisor to schedule your next Service Center appointment within minutes!

Common Air Conditioning Services

Air Filter Replacement

As air enters the cabin from the exterior, it passes through the cabin air filter, which traps pollen, dirt, bugs, and more from entering your vehicle.

When you're in the market for a new vehicle, there are lots of decisions to be made. It can be fun to choose your favorite model in a color you love, with the features to make your drive more enjoyable. Once you've picked out your dream car, you'll probably also need to decide how to finance it. The conventional method of securing a loan used to be the only option. These days, you may find that a lease works better for you. To make your decision easier, check out these tips on financing versus leasing from Northampton…

Summer is a time filled with road trips, drives to Mount Holyoke Range State Park, and lots of entertainment. Ensure your car is equipped to handle all the fun and adventure with a service appointment at Ford of Northampton.

If you’re a fan of Ford vehicles, we understand why! Models from Ford offer exceptional reliability, performance, and versatility, and they’re an excellent pick for all kinds of different lifestyles. So, if you want to be in on the loop about forthcoming models from this automaker or want to learn more about updates that you can expect to your favorite Ford vehicles, we encourage you to keep reading to learn more about what Ford has in store for the rest of 2022 and 2023.

It is important for any Ford to have a solid set of tires underneath it. But folks in the Northampton and Holyoke areas know that traveling the roads on a healthy set of tires is imperative. Rain and snow can be notoriously tough to get through during certain times of the year. A good set of tires awaits your Ford at Ford of Northampton, very close to Westfield, MA.

Tire Types For Your Ford

Folks in New England have been fans of the hybrid model for quite some time now, but we're sure there are still Holyoke Amherst drivers who have overlooked the benefits of purchasing and driving a hybrid model. With the automotive world constantly maneuvering to keep up with the wants and needs of drivers, Ford has released a variety of its popular models in hybrid form. Get to know what makes a Ford hybrid model so beneficial.

Benefits of Driving a Hybrid Model

If local Northampton drivers are looking for a way to capitalize on their used model or an older car sitting in their driveway, pay Ford of Northampton a visit! We are always interested in local and surrounding area drivers' vehicles and want to buy them. We offer many great selling and trade-in options for our drivers and want to work with them to get their old car off their hands and maybe into something new from our new Ford or used car selection.

Why Drivers Should Sell Their Car to Ford of Northampton