2015 Ford F-150: The Mean Machine

Ford manufacturers have not held back one bit on their newest 2015 model of the traditional F-150. Although actually 700 pounds lighter than the previous year’s model, the 2015 model is in fact more powerful than ever before! With an outstanding 2,250 max payload and a riveting 8,500 maximum tow capacity, this model can conquer almost anything you desire it to! What is under the hood that gives it all this power? This is all made possible by a 2.7 liter Eco Boost V6 engine.

Many new features have been made readily available for the up and coming model to ensure the maximum amount of power, sensibility, and quality for the consumer! The new dynamic hitch assist makes it simpler than ever to hook up your towing needs and drag it away! The remote tailgate release lowers the tailgate at the push of a button. When your hands are full, it is much easier to push a button rather than having to set everything down to fumble with the tailgate. Lastly, stowable loading ramp make it so simple and easy to wheel up your heaviest of item without having to set up disconnected, unreliable ramps. 

Also, an 8 inch productivity screen located in the cab makes it so simple to navigate all of the necessary and nifty features inside the car. This is definitely a model year for the Ford F-150 you will not want to miss out on!

Come on in for a test drive at Hixson Ford of Alexandria 2506 MacArthur Drive Alexandria, LA or give us a call at 318-448-0871 today!

2015 Ford Mustang 50 Year Limited Edition

The Ford Mustang and its symbol is one of the most recognizable in the automobile marketplace.  This year marks a special installment as it marks the 50 year anniversary of the Mustang.  The original Mustang was introduced in April of 1964 as a mid-year introduction, but 1965 was the first full model year.  This marks a very big celebration for Ford.  This years’ installment is also going to be the first one marketed all over the world.

Ford plans to celebrate this momentous occasion by making 1,964 of the special 50 Year Mustangs.  The final one will be auctioned in September and all proceeds from that auction will go to the Edith and Benson Ford Heart & Vascular Institute.  This just shows how Ford is committed to giving back to the community and charities alike.  This will be done in Las Vegas at the Barrett Jackson Auto Auction September 25th through the 27th.  They are estimating a potential of over $250,000 in proceeds.  The winner will also get airfare, hotel accommodations and VIP passes to the Ford Eco Boost 400 NASCAR Sprint Cup in Miami on November 16th.

“Ford Mustang inspires passion like no other car,” said Raj Nair, Ford group vice president, Global Product Development. “The visceral look, sound and performance of Mustang resonates with people, even if they’ve never driven one. Mustang is definitely more than just a car – it is the heart and soul of Ford Motor Company.”

For more information on the entire 2015 lineup, come by today at Hixson Ford of Alexandria at 2506 MacArthur Drive in Alexandria, Louisiana or give them a call at 318-448-0871 today!

Hixson Alexandria and Keeping Kids Safe

Hixson Autoplex of Alexandria is proud to announce their partnership with the Keeping Kids Safe Project and are housing an event from September 12th and 13th.

Parents and children of all ages are invited to this event.  This is one of the top child safety programs in the country.  Many children are reported missing in the USA each year.  Some are found within a few minutes or hours.  Police officials say that time is critical in the recovery of a missing child.  A major source of wasted time is in the gathering of resources, fingerprints, statistical information, and photographs.  This can be avoided by providing a pre-made file to the authorities.

The event will be run by S.I.P. Kids and they will be taking FBI quality digital fingerprints and photographs of your children.  Their inkless digital scanner captures high quality fingerprint images that are printed on a record and then provided to the parents for safe-keeping.  The only record taken is sent directly home, they do not database any information.  In the case of an emergency, parents are able to turn this file over to the authorities anywhere in the world to instantly aid in the investigation, saving crucial time and resources.  For more information about Keeping Kids Safe visit http://www.KeepingKidsSafe.us 

For more information contact the professionals at Hixson Autoplex of Alexandria at 318-448-0871 and we look forward to seeing everyone at the event to help keep children safe at 2506 MacArthur Drive in Alexandria, Louisiana on September 12th and 13th!

Beat the Heat at Hixson

Summertime is travel time, we just can’t resist the lure of sunny skies and the open road.  However, before you hit the road this summer you can take several precautions to keep your family safe and save money at the pump.

Extreme heat and long drives can be tough on cars.  Cracked hoses, leaky radiators, underinflated tires and dirty filters significantly lower your fuel efficiency or in the worst case, lead to a total breakdown.  That is why the professionals at Hixson are here to help you get your vehicle ready for the summer heat!

Come by today and ask for your FREE charging and starting system check that includes a free battery check.  There’s no reason to not be prepared for the hot days to come and there’s no purchase necessary to get your vehicles charging and starting and battery check.

For more information and to get yourself ready for summer visit Hixson Ford of Alexandria at 2506 MacArthur Drive in Alexandria, Louisiana or call 318-448-0871 today!