Ford announces new engine options for the 2018 F-150
2018 Ford F-150 New Engine Options
Fans of the Ford F-150 will be happy to know that information on the 2018 model of the iconic truck has been released. This includes information on multiple new engine options that will be offered on the 2018 F-150. So what are the 2018 Ford F-150 new engine options?
2018 Ford F-150 Engine Options and Performance
The changes to the F-150 engine lineup begin right away. Base models will now be equipped with a 3.3-liter direct-injection V-6 engine. This engine replaces the outgoing 3.5-liter V-6 that was standard on previous F-150 models.2018 Ford F-150 interior
Ford is expecting performance numbers on the 3.3-liter to be similar to the 282 horsepower and 253 pound-feet of torque produced by the 3.5-liter engine. However, the direct-injection and slightly smaller size of the new engine is expected to increase efficiency.
The remaining gasoline engines offered on the 2018 F-150 will be familiar, but there will be slight changes. And all-new version of Ford’s 2.7-liter EcoBoost V-6 will be offered along with the returning 3.5-liter EcoBoost and 5.0-liter V-8. All of the engine’s have been updated and upgraded for the new model year.
New F-150 Diesel Engine
With all do respect to the 3.3-liter V-6, the real highlight of the 2018 F-150 new engine lineup will be Ford’s all-new 3.0-liter Power Stroke diesel engine. This will be the first time the F-150 will be offered with a diesel engine. All of the F-150 engine options will be offered with Ford’s new 10-speed automatic transmission and an automatic start/stop feature designed to maximize performance and fuel economy.
If you would like to take a current F-150 model out for a test drive while you wait for the new model, stop by Wolf Auto. Take a look at our selection to learn more about everything we have to offer.
Ford Shelby Mustang GT350 Wins KBB Award
Is the Ford Shelby Mustang GT350 a good investment?
Investing in a high-performance sports car is a significant investment. Car shoppers looking to drop a significant amount of money on a high-powered sports car will want to know how much that investment is going to depreciate after it has been purchased. So, with all of this in mind, is the Ford Shelby Mustang GT350 a good investment?
Ford Shelby Mustang Resale Value Award
Car shoppers searching for a high-performance investment should put the Shelby Mustang at the top of their list. Kelley Blue Book just named the Ford Shelby Mustang GT350 the winner of their Best Resale Value Award in the High-Performance Car category. The exclusivity of this hard-to-find performance sportscar helps keep the resale value high.
The KBB Best Resale Value Awards determine which cars will hold the highest percentage of their original value for the longest time period. This is done through extensive analysis of millions of automotive transactions.
2017 Ford Shelby Mustang Features and Performance
Everything starts with the under the hood. The 2017 Ford Shelby Mustang GT350 is powered by a 5.2-liter V-8 engine that produces 526 horsepower.
The powerful engine is supplemented by a healthy collection of performance features. But don’t think the GT350 is a bare-bones sports car. This special Mustang still comes with all of the best comfort, technology and safety features Ford has to offer. This includes the new SNYC3 infotainment system with its 8-inch touch screen.
If you would like to take a new Ford model for a test drive, stop by Wolf Auto. Take a look at our selection to learn more about everything we have to offer.
New Ford GT delivers top performance
How fast is the new Ford GT?
When Ford decided to bring back the iconic GT, the results were an immediate success. The car has proved extremely capable on the track, and extremely popular off of it. New information has just been revealed on the performance capabilities of the supercar. So how fast is the new Ford GT?
“The Ford GT is all about performance. We achieved considerable weight savings with the carbon fiber architecture. We then reinvested some of that savings into where it counts most – performance, specifically, the active dynamics. The result is an even faster car.” – Raj Nair, Ford Executive vice president, global product development and chief technical officer.
Ford GT Engine Power and Performance
Powering the new Ford GT is the third-generation version of the company’s 3.5-liter EcoBoost V-6 engine. This high-output version of the engine has been designed push the EcoBoost’s performance to the absolute max. The end result is an engine that produces 647 horsepower and 550 pound-feet of torque. This is the highest output ever for an engine in the EcoBoost line.
All of that power translates to a top speed of 216 miles per hour. This makes the GT the fastest production car to ever wear the Ford badge.
Ford GT Performance-Oriented Design
It takes more than just a powerful engine to offer supercar capabilities. Everything about the Ford GT has been designed with performance in mind. The car weighs in at just over 3,000 pounds, giving it a power-to-weight ratio of 4.72 pounds/horsepower. The teardrop body design of the car is meant to maximize aerodynamics and allow the car to cut through the air.
Wolf Auto offers several powerful and capable Ford models, many of which can be equipped with EcoBoost engines. Take a look at our selection to find the perfect car for you.
Stay safe in the 2017 Buick Envision
2017 Buick Envision Safety Rating and Features
The much-anticipated Buick Envision just made its debut in the North American market for the 2017 model year. The 2017 Buick Envision safety rating and features will help keep the driver and passengers safe while on the roads.
2017 Buick Envision Government Safety Score
After government crash testing by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 2017 Envision emerged with an overall score of five stars. This is the highest possible rating a vehicle can earn in NHTSA testing.
This is not the first time the Envision has earned the highest possible score in a safety test. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) awarded the Envision the designation of Top Safety Pick+. This is the highest designation awarded by the IIHS and a very prestigious safety award.
2017 Buick Envision Safety Features and Technologies
The standard and available safety features offered on the 2017 Envision utilize a combination of 13 radar and ultrasonic sensors and five cameras. The Envision offers features like OnStar, all-wheel drive, a rearview camera, rear cross-traffic alerts, a blind-zone monitor, front collision alerts, lane keeping assist, front parking sensors, a safety alert driver seats, forward collision mitigation system and a surround view camera.
These features help to supplement the Envision’s standard set of equipment. Every Envision comes equipped with antilock brakes, traction and stability control, side and full-length side curtain airbags and front seat knee airbags.
The 2017 Buick Envision is now available right here at Wolf Auto. Stop by and test drive this great crossover right away. Or take a look at our selection to learn more about everything we have to offer at Wolf Auto.
Check out the New LEGO Batmobile from Chevrolet
How big is the LEGO Batmobile?
Attendees of the North American International Auto Show will have noticed an interesting new concept car Chevrolet displayed. This giant LEGO Batmobile has been designed by Chevrolet in LEGO’s team of master builders. So how big is the LEGO Batmobile?
LEGO Batmobile Dimensions and Size
The LEGO Batmobile is designed to be lifesize. The model is inspired by Batman’s Speedwagon from the upcoming LEGO Batman Movie, which will be debuting in theaters everywhere on February 10.
“To work on the LEGO® Batmobile with Warner Bros. is an absolute thrill for us at Chevy. Many of the themes in ‘The LEGO Batman Movie,’ like imagination, family and community, align perfectly with our Chevy brand values and add to the value of the partnership.” – Paul Edwards, U.S. vice president of Chevrolet Marketing.
The life-size model measures 83 inches inches high, is 204 inches long and 111 inches wide. Each tire weight over 100 pounds, and the model as a whole weighs in at 1,695.5 pounds.
344,187 bricks in 17 colors were used to construct the Batmobile. The model is build on an aluminum frame made of 86 feet of tubing. Creating the Batmobile was a long process, taking 222 hours to design and 1,833 hours to build in the LEGO Model Shop in Enfield, Connecticut.
Unfortunately, we do not offer any cars made out of LEGOs here at Wolf Auto. But we do offer several other excellent Chevrolet models. Take a look at our selection to learn more about everything we have to offer at Wolf Auto, or stop by in person and take a test drive.
Stay safe in the 2018 Chevy Traverse
2018 Chevy Traverse New Safety Features
The 2018 Chevy Traverse has just been revealed. Several updates and revisions have been made to this great crossover for the new model year. This includes the addition of several safety systems. The 2018 Chevy Traverse new safety features will provide even more peace of mind to drivers and passengers.
New 2018 Traverse Safety Systems
Several new safety-oriented technologies have been added to the Traverse for the 2018 model year. New Traverse safety features include:
- Surround Vision.
- D-Optic LED headlamps.
- Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warnings.
- Front Pedestrian Braking.
- Forward Collision Alerts.
- Low and High-Speed Forward Automatic Braking.
These features join a healthy collection of features that carry over from past Traverse models. The 2017 Traverse could be equipped with features like:
- Rearview camera.
- OnStar.
- Blind-spot and rear-cross traffic monitoring system.
- Forward collision alerts.
- Lane departure warnings.
These systems are also supported by a healthy collection of airbags. The 2017 model also earned a five star government crash test rating, the highest possible score. Crash test results for the 2018 Traverse are not yet available.
In addition to all of these safety features, the 2018 Traverse will include Chevy’s Teen Driver feature as standard equipment. This system allows parents to set restrictions on learning drivers, and review driving performance after the fact.
The 2018 Chevrolet Traverse is set to go on sale during the fall of 2017. Be sure to stop by Wolf Auto when it does to take a test drive.
Wolf Auto offer several Chevrolet models in our inventory. Take a look at our selection to learn more, or stop by and take a test drive.
Chevrolet Debuts the 2018 Traverse
What will be new on the 2018 Chevy Traverse?
Crossover are flooding the market right now. These vehicle draw in customers with the sheer amount of versatility they have to offer. One of the standouts in this class has been the Chevrolet Traverse. Traverse fans will be eager to know when they can expect a new version of their favorite crossover. The new model of the Traverse has just been revealed. So what will be new on the 2018 Chevy Traverse?
2018 Traverse New Engine
A new engine will be offered on the 2018 Chevy Traverse. The crossover can be equipped with a new 3.6-liter V-6 engine. Performance numbers are not yet available on the new engine, but Chevy is anticipating a 10 percent increase in horsepower and fuel economy estimates checking in at around 25 miles per gallon highway. The new RS trim will be equipped with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. Both engines will come equipped with a stop/start feature that helps improve fuel economy.
2018 Chevy Traverse New Trim Levels and Features
Two new trim levels will be added to the Traverse lineup for the 2018 model year: RS and High Country. The RS trim is designed to added sporty performance to the crossover, while the High Country places an emphasis on luxury.
RS models come equipped with 20-inch wheels, the four-cylinder engine and special black exterior accents.
High Country trim levels will come equipped with unique interior trim, Loft Brown leather appointments, 20-inch polished wheels, power-fold third row seats and the special twin-clutch all-wheel drive system.
When the 2018 Traverse arrives, be sure to stop by Wolf Auto for a test drive. While you wait, take a look at our selection to learn more about everything we have to offer.
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