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Caution tape reads, "Stop"; a sign below reads, "COVID19"

Where can I get tested for COVID-19 in Milwaukee?

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COVID-19 Testing Sites in Milwaukee, WI

Getting tested for COVID can be a helpful way to keep yourself and others safe from the virus. Some sites are drive-thru or walk up and free for anyone, regardless of symptoms. In general, anyone with symptoms should request to be tested. Individuals are encouraged to try their primary care doctor first.

For those without transportation, there’s a free downtown shuttle to the Miller Park COVID-19 testing site. Note that masks and social distancing are required on the shuttle. Other sites can be perused via the map below. Stay safe!

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A mechanic works on the underside of a vehicle, overlayed on a backdrop of fall leaves

What maintenance should I perform on my vehicle during fall in Wisconsin?

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Fall Vehicle Care and Maintenance Tips for the Milwaukee Area

Fall has arrived. This means cooler weather, bright fall colors, and fresh, crisp leaves. Another, less-publicized aspect of fall, however, is the pre-winter ritual of vehicle maintenance.

It’s important to have one’s vehicle in tip-top condition before the winter hits. This is especially important here in the Milwaukee area, where we’re beset by both the notoriously savage Wisconsin winters and, for many of us, the rigors of city driving.

What fall maintenance should one have performed on their vehicle in order to be ready for winter?

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2014 Ford E-Series wagon on a black background

What is a Ford E-350?

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Ford E-Series Explanation and History

You may have recently found yourself checking out a big Ford vehicle parked on the side of the road, and looked closer to see what impressive member of the F-Series was being driven here. You may have been surprised to see not on “F” before the number on the side, but an “E”.

What’s the deal? Did the person owning the van simply partake in some strange emblem customization? Is this a new electric Ford work truck variation?

Actually, this vehicle is member of the (slightly) lesser-known Ford E-Series. What is the Ford E-Series?

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2021 Ford F-150 tows a boat along a highway

How much can the 2021 Ford F-150 tow?

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2021 Ford F-150 Engine-Specific Towing Capacities and More

Ford has recently released a slew of new details about its upcoming 2021 Ford F-150, and the automotive world is in a tizzy of excitement. Nearly every aspect of America’s best-selling vehicle is receiving some form of improvement. Of course, the availability of the first hybrid F-150 engine option is an especially titillating tidbit.

Some things don’t change, however, and one of these stalwart elements is the interest pickup drivers hold in towing capacities. All the bells and whistles don’t mean much, after all, if the machine can’t do the job it’s intended for.

So, where do the latest Ford developments stand in this regard? How much can the 2021 Ford F-150 tow?

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Red 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E outside some fancy club

How do I charge my Ford Mustang Mach-E?

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2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E Charging Guide

Though the switch to electric vehicles is seeming more and more inevitable with each passing week, some prospective customers find themselves a bit intimidated by the prospect of change. At the most basic level, it can be frightening to have to figure out the new charging technology.

Luckily, Ford is here to help. The videos below will outline all the main points of charging your Mustang Mach-E; you’ll learn how to use the Ford Mobile Charger, how to charge at home, and how to charge on-the-go. Happy zapping!

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White 2020 Chevy Silverado tows a boat

How do I use all the cameras in my Chevy Silverado?

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Chevy Silverado Camera Technology Guide

The current-gen Silverado is outfitted with an incredible array of cameras. In total, users will find up to fifteen available camera views to make use of. These handy gizmos can help with maneuvering, lane changing, towing, and more. Overall, they help bring a welcome additional dose of confidence to your drive.

Cameras on the Silverado include a birds-eye view through HD Surround Vision, side mirror cameras that cut down on blind spots, and a rearview mirror surface that doubles as a video screen. For a helpful guide on how to best make use of all this technology, check out the handy videos below!

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A stream of water from a bubbler makes contact with a pair of lips

Why does Wisconsin call it a bubbler?

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Bubbler History and Etymology

Several stereotypes come to mind when most people think about the Badger State: a penchant for cheese, religious devotion to the Green Bay Packers, and some unique dialectical choices. Falling into this final category is the widespread use of the the word “bubbler,” in reference to the individual drinking fountains that most of the rest of the English-speaking world refers to as, well, drinking fountains. 

It’s nothing new to point out that Wisconsinites use the word “bubbler;” the word was referenced as a “You Know You’re From Milwaukee When…” giveaway in newspapers as far back as the 1960s. But why, exactly, is this term so firmly seared onto Wisconsin tongues?

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A map is laid out, overlaid with lightning bolts, for planning a road trip in an EV

How hard is it to travel between cities in an EV?

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Electric Vehicle Road Trip Tips and Feasibility

With almost all major automakers announcing major electric vehicles to be released in the next few years, it seems the era of the EV is fast coming upon us. Many drivers are excited for this change that will bring a multitude of blessings to the environment and, hopefully, their pocketbooks.

But as with anything new, there are a lot of questions in the air. One query that often gets asked is,
“how can I take a road trip in an electric vehicle?”

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What are the tow features on my Ford vehicle and how can I use them?

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Ford Towing Video Guide Compilation

The latest Ford vehicles are outfitted with an impressive array of towing capabilities. It can be hard, however, to keep up with how best to take advantage of this continually improving technology.

Luckily, Ford has put together some helpful videos on the subject. Whether you’re wondering how to flat tow a Ford F-150 or how to set up a 5th wheel trailer with the backup assist feature, you’ll likely finally find you answers in the videos we’ve compiled below.

So view on and educate yourself on how best to tow with your modern Ford vehicle!

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