In a previous article, a few tips on traveling with pets were discussed. Indeed, after purchasing a Ford from a dealer in Costa Mesa, such as a Ford Edge from Costa Mesa, one is likely to feel so excited about their new car that they will want to take it out for a spin. However, if one has a pet and they are planning on bringing them along on the trip, they should also make sure that they are going to have as much fun in that Ford from a dealer in Costa Mesa as the humans are.

Pet Friendly Accomodations

While a road trip is mostly about the road and one’s Ford Edge from Costa Mesa, one will have to eventually sleep somewhere. As such, one should be sure that when booking accomodations, they are going to be pet friendly since the last thing one wants to experience is arriving at the hotel or motel, all tired from driving the Ford from a dealer in Costa Mesa, only to find out that they cannot spend the night there because of the dog.

Documents

Just like humans have to have a few documents with them when traveling, so should the pet. If their ID is not updated, this is a good time to do so since one never knows what could happen when they are away from home and in the unfortunate event that the pet gets lost, it is useful to have their ID updated. A good ID tag is also important, which should contain the name of the pet, as well as the phone number one can be reached at. The medical records of the dog can also be useful. If there is a medical emergency, they are going to be needed. All of these documents should be kept somewhere in the Ford Edge from Costa Mesa where one can reach them easily.

Plan the Route

It is important that when one plans the route, they make sure to leave plenty of time for breaks. Indeed, dogs may need to stretch their legs and relieve themselves more often than humans do. Even if this isn’t the case, it’s good to prevent things like these because, unlike humans, dogs may not be as good at holding it in. In addition, planning for plenty of breaks ensures that they will be able to get rid of some of their excess energy, which means they won’t be going crazy in the car.

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Road trips with one’s Ford from Costa Mesa, like the F150 in Costa Mesa, can be plenty of fun, even when they include a pet. However, one has to plan it well so that the pet will feel comfortable in the F150 from Costa Mesa and that the trip is going to feel like a good experience for them too, not just for the humans involved.

Keep Them Comfortable and Safe

When it comes to traveling, safety is one of the biggest and most important things one should keep in mind. Indeed, while there are dogs that love spending time in vehicles such as a Ford from Costa Mesa, not all do, and they may become nervous or scared when they are supposed to stay peaceful and quiet. If this is the case, then getting car seats for dogs is a great idea since this will help them stay in one place, while ensuring that they are cozy and safe. Something else that can help are seat belts for dogs, which work much like the ones for humans do. Regardless of the method one chooses to keep their pet in one place, it is important that there is one, since otherwise, things can become quite dangerous if the dog ends up distracting the driver, thus leading to an accident.

Essentials

When traveling for a few days, one should be sure to pack not just their own essentials in the Ford from Costa Mesa, but also the ones for their pet, including leash and collar, water and food, toys, waste bags and blankets. Getting the food one’s pet normally eats is especially important if they have a sensitive stomach. If one can’t find the exact food that works well with them in the new place, the pet may get stomach issues, and that is not fun. As far as the blankets go, it’s a good idea to have them on hand even if one thinks that they are not needed. Indeed, they can help with keeping the little one comfortable and warm, and when one gets to the destination, they can be used as sofa protection.

Weather

Those who are taking their F150 from Costa Mesa on a short trip of a few days don’t have to worry about weather a great deal, unless it is far too cold or it rains excessively. However, for those who are going to be on the road for a lot longer than a few days, they should make sure to check the weather so that they will be well prepared. 

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Most people have a favorite car, from a favorite manufacturer, and it is the car they dream of owning. One American made car that has a following like all over the world is the Ford Mustang. From Costa Mesa, California all the way to Maine, you will find people who love, own, and want to own one. These cars have a history that spans more than 5 decades and have cemented their place in American and global car culture.

The first Mustang was rolled off the assembly line on April 17, 1964 and because it was released in the middle of the model year, it was nicknamed the 64 1/2. John Najjar and Phillip Clark were the designers of the first prototype, which was known as the Mustang I and was created in 1961. Najjar is credited by the Ford Company with coming up with the name of the car because of love for a World War II fighter plane of the same name.

As the years have passed, this car has had a lot of changes, remodeling, and variations created. In the beginning, they got bigger and heavier as the years progressed, but in 1974, they decided to go back to the original size. The car is currently in its sixth generation and has added a lot of history to the brand.

It is the only original model to remain in uninterrupted production for more than 50 years. There isn’t another car on the planet that has had success like this. It has also inspired many variations and special edition models over the years like the Cobras, Mach Is, Bosses, Shelbys, and Roush models. This car also found a home on the race tracks of the world as well.

They are a popular choice for racers due to their look, handling, and all the customizations that an be done to them to make them incredibly fast. They have been used by many backyard mechanics as the basis for their street race cars that are full of upgrades and aftermarket parts. They have also been used on a professional racing level as well. They are seen in drag, drift, sports car, and stock car racing circuits all over the world.

You can rest assured when you go to look at and buy that Ford Mustang in Costa Mesa fresh off the showroom floor, there are over 50 years of history and perfecting behind it. These are a kind of car that kids dream of having in their driveways when they grow up. They are one of the cars that defined the muscle cars of the 1970s and are the epitome of American car culture and passion.

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There comes a time where everyone needs a break. Mom and Dad need a break from work and the kids need a break from the pressures of school. It doesn’t necessarily mean you need to take a full blown vacation but a great day trip can be a great way to blow off some steam. When you live in Orange County, California, you definitely have some options. You can hop in your Ford Fusion in Costa Mesa and have some great fun at some great places.

1. Knott’s Berry Farm is a theme park located in Buena Park, California. It has everything that you want at a theme park like roller coasters, family rides, family and kid inspired attractions, and water slides. This park was built on the former site of the Knott’s family berry farm. It got its meager start as the family’s roadside farm stand that sold the family’s pies, jams, and other berry inspired products. As time went on, they added shops, restaurants, and other attractions. They started charging admission fees in 1968 and they began their relationship with the “Peanuts” characters in 1983. The family sold the park in the 90s to Cedar Fair and the food products to Smuckers after the death of their parents.
2. Orange County is a hub for the surfing culture. The roots of surfing go back thousands of years to the ancient Polynesians but only a little over a hundred years as a sport. The International Surfing Museum is located in Huntington Beach and was established in 1987 as a non-profit museum to pay homage to the sport. They have exhibits for dedications to legendary surfers and exhibits that display the progression of surf boards over the decades. It is dedicated to Duke Kahanamoku, who is widely accepted as the person who popularized surfing into the modern sport that it is today.
3. One of the best parts of Orange County are the beaches. They are world renowned and picturesque. The Newport pier is a great place to hang out in the California sun and smell the fresh ocean air. It is a 1,032 foot long pier that replaced the McFadden Wharf in 1939 after a hurricane. It is a great place to do some shopping, fishing, and enjoying the fun of the beach.

Pack some lunch in the trunk of the Fusion and hit the road. You won’t have to go far to find a fun time in and around Orange County. You can take a day to make some memories with the family and forget about the stresses of life. If you get too caught up in life, you forget to stop and smell the roses every once in a while.

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A fresh coat of paint can freshen up anything to look like new and give it a new lease on life. Furniture, homes, or cars can all get a fresh coat of paint and look completely different from when the project was started. When it comes to a new paint job on your car, a new paint job can run anywhere from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand dollars.

There may come a time when that your Ford Focus from a Costa Mesa dealer may need a new paint job and there are some things to consider. You have to think about what you want out of this paint job, the look you want your car to have, and what type of paint that you want used on the car. There are numerous different types of paints that a do it yourself painter or a professional shop can use. Here are a few examples:

• Metallic paint is a cool choice that gives your car a great look with a different effect. It is a good choice if you are redoing a sports car or a classic muscle car. This is a great choice to hide dings, dents, and imperfections in the body because of its reflective quality. It tends to be more on the expensive side and difficult to match if touch-ups are ever needed.
• Urethane based paint is another choice for your car. It is a versatile choice because it can be applied over top of old paint, including lacquer. It is an affordable choice that’s long lasting and doesn’t chip or fade easily. It does have a tendency to have a plastic look to it. It is also a toxic application process that requires the proper safety equipment and ventilation in the space in which you are doing the job,
• Acrylic is another type of paint choice for your Ford vehicle that is easy to apply. It has a glossy finish that creates a hard shell when it dries. Many professionals actually bake it on during the drying process. It, unfortunately, will fade quicker than other types of paint and it should only be applied by professionals.

There are a lot of other choices for types of paint to use. It all depends on what you are looking for. But a fresh paint job is a great idea because it can help to protect your car from further rust problems and it will increase the resale value when you are looking to sell the call. It can turn your Ford Focus from a beat up clunker to a great looking car with just the application of a fresh coat of paint.

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People spend a lot of money on their cars and trucks so they can customize them to look and function the way their want them to. The aftermarket industry is a multimillion dollar a year industry. Some people may be going to buy a new Ford F150 at the Costa Mesa dealer, but they are already planning on the extra stuff they are going to add to it. When it comes to trucks, people customize them to work and play much harder than when they brought them home.

• Some people want bigger tires and rims for their trucks. This serves multiple purposes for both looks and performance. Bigger tires add height to the truck for much better ground clearance. This makes them more fun in an off road environment. Bigger tires also put more rubber on the road, which gives more traction for better performance in bad weather. It also adds an aesthetic look that many people want for their truck.
• Regardless of whether it is a car or truck, many people want to add more power to their vehicle so they sound better and go faster. The options that are out there to accomplish this are things like cold air intakes, upgraded computer chips, and turbo chargers. All of these systems pull more air into the motor in order to create more power.
• Bed liners are a great addition to any pickup truck. The bed of the truck is one of premiere features of any truck and they need to be taken care of. Some manufacturers offer this as an option on truck but they can also be added on an aftermarket basis. Bed liners are a great way to prevent dents, scrapes, and rust from ruining the bed of your truck. This is also a great way to increase the resale value of the truck.
• Locking tool boxes are great for the truck of the American blue collar worker. They are a great way to store your tools in the bed of your truck and not have to worry about them being in the elements or getting stolen. Some boxes mount to the back of the cab and some even come on track so that they can be pulled to all the way to the tailgate. They also come in a wide range of materials.

These accessories are great additions to any truck but some of them will even work on other vehicles like the Ford Flex from the Costa Mesa dealer you were considering. Some accessories have a practical application and others are meant to reflect your style and personality. Make sure before you make a purchase, shop around for the best price and the best products to suit your needs.

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When you begin researching vehicles online to find your next dream model, you may notice that there are many different features to choose between. From safety to handling, each model brings its own unique combination of capabilities to create a distinct driving experience. One of the main differences between models is the type of wheel drive that it comes with. It could have a front-wheel drive (FWD), rear-wheel drive (RWD), all-wheel drive (AWD), or four-wheel drive (4WD).

Despite what many people seem to think, 4WD and AWD are not actually the same thing. At first glance, it would seem ridiculous to think that. After all, there are only four wheels on a vehicle, so if it uses all of them at once, then it must also be a 4WD. But there are actually several key distinctions between what these systems are like.

How Wheel Drives Work

Understanding the basics of a wheel drive and what each does is key to being able to fully understand the difference between 4WD and AWD. How a wheel drive works is that the engine transfers power to the vehicle’s axles, which in turn make the wheels rotate. 

When traveling on a flat and straight road, our axles and wheels do not have to be adjusted because the conditions for all four wheels are the exact same. However, once the vehicle begins to turn, the wheels require power and speed fluctuations in order to allow to keep up with each other.

The differential is what allows the wheels to start spinning at different speeds from one another. It does this by diverting specific amounts of torque and power to each wheel and can even lock both of the wheels on one end of the vehicle so that they spin at the same rate.

Explaining All-Wheel Drive

If you are looking at getting a Ford Flex in Costa Mesa, you might notice that it says that it has an AWD system. What this means is that the drivetrain is capable of altering the amount of power given to each wheel. In standard FWD and RWD systems, the vehicle is only equipped with a differential system that is able to direct power to one end of the vehicle. So in FWD, the vehicle has power going to its front two tires, while in RWD, the power is being directed to the back two tires.

This is not the case with an AWD system. The differentials that it comes with allows power to be directed to all four of the wheels at the same time. So this means that when one of your tires is beginning to lose traction or has to travel a shorter distance because it is going around the inside of a corner, the other tires are able to make up for it.

How the system determines which tires need more power and which ones need less is by using a series of sensors that are part of each of the wheels. These sensors are constantly monitoring the traction and speed that your wheels are getting and send this information back to the main computer system known as the Engine Control Unit. This process of adjusting the power inputs to each wheel is done automatically and is known as torque vectoring. 

The way in which the power adjustments are made is by adding power rather than taking it away. If one wheel is spinning really fast because it is failing to get traction, then the differential system will not slow it down. It will instead increase the power to the other three wheels so that they match the speed of the one that does not have traction.

This makes the AWD system incredibly useful for more everyday road conditions that require differences in wheel speed and torque. Driving on wet roads, gravel roads, or snow-covered roads becomes a lot easier thanks to the AWD system that is constantly activated.

Explaining 4-Wheel Drive 

When you go to look at getting a Ford F-150 from Costa Mesa, you will notice that it comes with a 4WD system. Understanding exactly how that system works is an important part of knowing what that vehicle is and is not equipped to handle.

 How a 4WD system works is that it uses the differentials to deliver an equal amount of torque and power to all four of the wheels. This might sound very similar to an AWD system, but there is a big difference. An AWD system allows a wheel with no traction to start spinning at a higher rate of speed than the other three before increasing the power of the three wheels to the same level. Whereas a 4WD system never lets one wheel to start spinning faster than the rest, regardless of whether it has traction or not. All four of the vehicle’s wheels are permanently locked in at a matching amount of speed and torque.

What this means is that an extremely uneven terrain, like a mountainside, will be much easier to handle with a 4WD system. This is because the differential system will not have to constantly be diverting separate amounts of power to each of the wheels to match each other as they repeatedly lift on and off the ground. Instead, the 4WD system will keep them going at a consistent speed and provide a much smoother drive.

Unlike an AWD system, 4WD tends to be something that is only used for selective conditions and is not activated all of the time. This is because having all of the wheels spinning at the exact same speed can pose a bit of a danger when driving on flat and smooth roads. Going around a flat corner with four wheels that are locked in at the same speed can often cause the vehicle to lose control. That is why the vast majority of 4WD vehicles are naturally operated as either a FWD or RWD with the option to switch to 4WD when needed.

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It can be incredibly expensive to pay for anything and everything these days. Groceries, rent, utilities, and car payments can really add up to be a lot of money every month. People are always looking for way to save as much money as they can, wherever they can. Car insurance is one of those things can be really costly and really hit your wallet hard. Before you go out and buy that new Ford Fiesta in Costa Mesa, make sure you ask all the right questions about insurance. There are ways to save money on your car insurance to save you a little green to add to that rainy day fund.

1. First and foremost, you want to shop around. You never go out and buy the first great thing you see because you want to find the best possible price you can. Car insurance is the same way. You should call multiple companies to see what their rates are. What one company will charge you to insure a Ford Explorer in Costa Mesa may be way different than what another company will charge you. You could ultimately save hundreds just by shopping around.
2. Every company offers their own list of rebates and discounts. Make sure that you are getting every discount possible. Ask the agent that you are working with to check and double check that they are getting you all the possible discounts that they can get for you.
3. Many times people pay for coverage that they just don’t need. If you are driving an older vehicle, you don’t need to have collision or comprehensive coverage for the car. This step could save you a lot of money by keeping your money where it belongs, in the piggy bank for a rainy day. The general rule is if the value of the car is less than the yearly cost of insurance plus the deductible, there is no need it is not worth having collision on it.
4. Considering usage based insurance is always a possibility for car owners who do not drive that much or that far. It is coverage that is based on how far you drive. If you are one of those people who take the bus a couple days a week to work and school, looking into usage based coverage may be a great idea.

Just like with anything else that you are shopping for, make sure that you don’t jump on the first price you get because you may get it cheaper somewhere else. Compare the internet based companies like Esurance with the big insurance guys like Progressive. Do the research on who gives the best discounts and what they give them for. At least you will only have to do this shopping once a year.

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 Nothing can interrupt a nice peaceful drive in your Ford Fiesta through the streets of Costa Mesa quite as much as a warning light popping up on the dashboard. The panic and confusion that comes up whenever one of these lights turns on is something that most of us are very familiar with. Even though these warning lights have more or less stayed the same over the past decade, there are still many drivers who do not know what they mean. That is why this guide is here to help explain the meaning behind each of the main warning lights and what to do when they turn on.

Tire Pressure Light

This light is the one that somewhat resembles a tire and usually has an exclamation mark in the middle of it. When this turns on it means that at least one of your tires has become slightly deflated. If you have a more modern Ford Explorer from a Costa Mesa dealer, then the onboard driver information display system might actually be able to tell you exactly which tire it is.

However, older vehicles require you to just get out and look at each one to try and see which of them looks less full than the rest. If you have a tire gauge with you, then you can quickly check the psi of them to find out which one it is.

When this light pops up, you should stop and examine your tires as soon as possible. If one of them is only slightly low then driving on it will not be a big deal, but it will lower your fuel efficiency. However, if one or more of the tires is significantly low, then driving on it can damage your wheel and force you to buy a replacement.

If you notice during your inspection that one of the tire walls has suffered serious damage, then you will probably end up having to replace the entire tire. In this case, you will actually have to replace the other tire on the opposite side as well because otherwise, the different tread amounts can impact the performance of your vehicle.

But if the tire tread has been damaged by something small like a nail, then you might be able to pull it out and fix the hole with one of the tire spray products that are available. These foam sprays will enter the hole, harden, and plug it up to prevent air from leaking out.

Check Engine Light

This light looks like an engine and is the most serious light on the entire dashboard. It is meant to indicate that some part of your engine is experiencing an issue. Finding out exactly what this issue is can be tricky because this light can be triggered by so many different things. Some of the issues are small and do not require a trip to the mechanic, while others are much more serious and need to be checked out as soon as possible. 

Generally speaking, a problem with the vehicle’s emissions system will cause the light to flash, whereas anything more serious will probably cause it to stay solid. Either way, if the light stays on for more than 24 hours, or you notice a serious problem with your vehicle’s performance, then you need to take it to a professional to get checked out right away.

Oil Light

This light is shaped like an oil can and is one of the other most serious lights that can turn on. Many people tend to think that this light indicates that your vehicle is low on oil. While this can definitely be what it means, it could also indicate that there is an issue with your oil filter or oil pump.

The oil light is not something that you want to try to ignore, because doing so could cause costly damage to your engine. So when this light comes on, make sure that you either examine your vehicle yourself or take it into a professional to get it checked out.

Coolant Light 

This light looks like a weird key, which is supposed to be a thermometer, sticking into several wavy lines. What the coolant light represents is that the temperature of your engine’s coolant has reached a dangerously high temperature. The reason for this is hard to determine, but fixing it usually is not too difficult.

Simply pull over into a safe location, lift the hood up your vehicle up, and let your vehicle rest for a while. That should be enough to bring the temperature back down to an acceptable level. If the light comes back on again after you have let your vehicle rest for a while, then you should consider getting it checked out by a professional.

Battery Light

This light is appropriately shaped like a car battery, although it represents far more than just the battery. If it turns on, then that means that your vehicle is suffering from an electrical charging system problem. This system includes your car battery, but it also includes the alternator and voltage regulator as well.

A damaged battery will likely be what activates this light, which means that it either it is not charging or can’t hold a charge. Either way, you will not be able to continue driving your vehicle much longer until this issue is fixed. So make sure that you immediately go get your vehicle checked out once this light turns on.

Brake Light

This light is usually shaped like an exclamation point with a circle around it and two curved lines on either side of the circle. When it turns on, it could indicate several possible issues. Either the parking brake is still engaged, the braking fluid has become low, or there is a problem with your vehicle’s ABS system. So while the fix might be as simple as disengaging your parking brake, it could also be much more serious. If it stays on after you have played around with the emergency brake, then be sure to go get it checked out by a professional.

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There are things that we all need that we don’t really want to have to shop for. Shopping for car insurance can be one of those things that can be a dreaded chore. Before you go down to the Ford dealership in Costa Mesa, you will want to call around and get quotes from a few agencies to see where you will be able to get the best priced policy for your new car. Here are a few of the top insurance agencies for the state of California that you may want to shop quotes from.

• Esurance – Esurance Insurance Services Incorporated is an internet and phone based agency that offers home, auto, motorcycle, and renters insurance. They are a fairly new company as they were founded in 1999 by Jean-Bernard Dules, Jeffrey Goodman, Huyen Bui, David Griffin, and Charles Wallace. They were bought, and are now owned, by Allstate Insurance in 2011 and they currently offer services in 42 states. They are one of the first companies to be based on an internet basis. Their primary competitors are GEICO and Progressive.
• GEICO – GEICO stands for Government Employees Insurance Company. They were founded in 1936 by Leo and Lillian Goodwin to provide insurance for government employees and their families. They started to offer services to the general public in 1974. They are currently the second largest insurer in the United States, second only to State Farm. They were responsible for coverage of over 24 million vehicles on the road last year. Their current headquarters is located in Chevy Chase, Maryland.
• Mercury Insurance – They are an insurance company that is based in Los Angeles, California and they offer multiple lines of personal insurance for homes, cars, rentals, and businesses. They also offer personal liability coverage, also known as umbrella coverage, for things like extended car warranties. They are represented in 11 states including New York, Georgia, Oklahoma, Texas, and Florida. They were founded in 1961 by retired World War II pilot George Joseph.

If you do your homework, you will have a good idea of what the insurance will cost you before you even hit the showroom. If you take care of this step in the process of buying the car, you can enjoy the experience of hitting the showroom. When you call for quotes, you can let the agents know what type of cars you are going to look at, like a Ford Escape in Costa Mesa. Even if you don’t get that exact vehicle but you get one in the same class, the quote price will not differ too much within the same class of vehicles. Even though new car shopping can be stressful, try to enjoy the fun of it.

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